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| Network optimization for serious streamers @ghdprentice Have you considered trying a mesh system instead of an extender? Several people here seem to think it sounds better. Just thinking could be something to try, and if there’s any improvement it’d be a very cheap upgrade. Love to hear ... | |
| How much should I spend on a new DAC I’m not up on Roon, but pretty sure the Innuos can be used as a Roon endpoint so there may still be a benefit. Maybe someone else can chime in here? @baylinor I know you like your X26, but with the Ares you’re comparing a lesser R2R DAC so not s... | |
| The problem with absorption panels- it kills the fine details Sounds like you overdid it with the panels. I’d start just treating first-reflection points and see how that works and maybe some diffusion behind the speakers. A careful mix of absorption and diffusion seems to be key. | |
| How much should I spend on a new DAC Your biggest bottleneck is probably using the computer as your source, and adding a good streamer will make a huge improvement and probably more than upgrading your DAC. That said, for around $3k you could add both this Innuos streamer and Gustar... | |
| How do you feel about Eggleston Speakers? They make good speakers. I reviewed a pair of Fountaine Signatures a while back and was impressed, and I’m sure the Savoys are a lot better. But, then again, speakers are very personal so I’d suggest reading reviews to see if they offer the soun... | |
| Apple iPad music streamer @cincyjim If you want a nice upgrade swap out the Camera Adapter for this and you’ll hear more of everything. https://www.lavricables.com/cables/reference-silver-lightning-interconnect-cable-for-oppo-ha-2-centrance-mini-m8/ | |
| Speaker Height Problem Well, a simple and very cost-effective solution would be to get a bunch of hockey pucks to raise the speakers, but you could also try experimenting with tilting the speakers back a bit so the tweeters are aimed closer to your ears — or a combinati... | |
| Don’t buy used McCormack DNA 1990s amps @kchamber Thanks for sharing this valuable info! | |
| What are some good Amplifier choices for Martin logan ESL 15A? Really depends on what improvements you’re looking for over what you have now and what sound characteristics are most important to you. I will say my friend runs his MLs with a Bryston 3B SST2 with great results so maybe something in the SST2 or ... | |
| DAC/Pre-Amp Advice I’m gonna reiterate — focus on the DAC, two subs, and speaker positioning first and then worry about room correction after that. You’re trying to do too much at once IMHO. | |
| Apple iPad music streamer There are too many variables here. What’s your equipment in your office system? Adding a streamer will get you better sound versus streaming through your iPad/iPhone, especially if you’re using the headphone Jack. Yuck. I even bought a higher-... | |
| Looking for a good small subwoofer... @jjss49 Nah, he’s just a little horny, that’s all. | |
| Using streaming as a main source ---DSD, FLAC, MQA Streamers and DACS Buying used can be your friend as you can turn around and sell it for not much loss as long as you buy well. Here is a very good streamer and excellent DAC that together would come in well under $7k — just one example. https://www.usaudiomart.co... | |
| Looking for a good small subwoofer... He could get a pair of SVS SB1000 Pro subs for only $1350. They’re basically 13” cubes with 15” depth, are sealed with a 12” driver, will get down to an honest 20Hz (-3dB), and includes integration software that lets you dial in the subs from the... | |
| Under my tower speakers -- Isoacoustics Gaia, other options? Given you have a cement floor, I’d look first to your electronics for vibration control with the Townshend pods… https://www.townshendaudio.com/hi-fi-home-cinema-equipment-vibration-isolation/seismic-isolation-pods/ |