woutb
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| Grimm MU2 Experience @osokolo - thanks for sharing. I just auditioned a few similar-level DACs (Playback Designs MPD-8, Meitner MA3i, Imersiv D-1, Allnic D15000, Allnic Asra). I'm hoping to try the Grimm MU2 in the next few days/weeks, before I upgrade my Aqua La S... | |
| What one change to your room, system, or setup made the biggest improvement? @hilde45 From my experience, because of 2 (related) factors: ordinality & 2nd order effects: some improvements only shine once others are in place. E.g. the impact from the Townshend podia in my room increased notably after I had more roo... | |
| What one change to your room, system, or setup made the biggest improvement? Hard to assign true impact differentials, since all these upgrades work cumulatively. Once I settled on my components, I was impressed by the improvements from: - Room treatment (corner and wall bass traps) - Fidelium speaker cables and interconne... | |
| Silversmith Audio Fidelium 6 years later, thoughts? Thanks. I did order the IC's and hope to receive them soon. @cd45123 - I believe you ordered the Veritas Ultima speaker cables. Have you been able to compare those against the Fidelium's? | |
| Millennia Media imersiv D1 @yyzsantabarbara @audphile1 Thanks, will do, once I'm back in LA. It's funny how these audio 'to do' lists and wishlists only ever seem to get longer, never shorter. Guess that's part of the fun. | |
| Millennia Media imersiv D1 @yyzsantabarbara I agree that the D-1 is very musical. Its speed and detail render and reveal nuances in voices and instruments very well. This thread has me interested in trying the Meitner MA3i now. The west coast distributor for Playback Desi... | |
| Silversmith Audio Fidelium 6 years later, thoughts? Just came across this thread (and others about Fidelium). I bought and installed the Fidelium speaker cables in the last 2 weeks. I had been considering Allnic ZL5000, Ansuz C2, as well, but the Fideliums' / Fidelia's combination of raving review... | |
| Millennia Media imersiv D1 kumizi I would also like to see more professional reviews with A/B comparisons between the D-1 and other DACs. FWIW, I did listen to both DACs, but under very different conditions, so it's hard to extrapolate too much. I tried the D-1 for 2 wee... | |
| The argument against upgrading Interesting topic. For me, the answer lies in the difference between sound quality - which can keep improving as new tech is developed, likely with diminishing returns - and enjoyment. In any endeavor, greater knowledge and experience raise expec... | |
| New Type of DAC I am actively auditioning the Imersiv D-1 DAC. Musicality is one of the key aspects I strive for, although its definition may vary by listener. I have an Allnic preamp and Allnic amp - both tube-based - because of that brand's fantastic combinati... | |
| Millennia Media imersiv D1 @yyzsantabarbara I'll share my early impressions from comparing the Imersiv D-1 and the Allnic D15000 in my system (Allnic L8500 preamp, Allnic A2000 SE amp, Alta Audio Adam speakers, ..). Please note, these are my initial thoughts and require mo... | |
| Millennia Media imersiv D1 yyzsantabarbara OP - thanks, I'd love to take you up on that offer & visit after the holidays. I'm open to all options - while I do like what the L8500 brings to my system, I'll definitely consider the alternatives. Happy holidays! | |
| Millennia Media imersiv D1 Thanks, this is very helpful. I'm not sure if I qualify as an audiophile. I am definitely not a pro user. What I like about Allnic is its great combination of tonality / timbre, resolution / detail, and dynamics. I really like my current Aqua DAC,... | |
| Millennia Media imersiv D1 Thanks for this thread. I plan to buy either the Imersiv D-1 or the Allnic D10000 DAC in the next few weeks. yyzsantabarbara OP - would you mind sharing how you decided on the D-1 over the D15000? Did budget play a factor or did you prefer the D-1... | |
| Suggestions for an all in one integrated with source built in On my budding shortlist for a future 2nd system, simple, elegant and high-performing (?*): The Grimm LS1be + LS1 sub + Grimm MU1 or MU2 DAC+ streamer. Used prices may be a bit above your stated budget. *I only know them from their (great) rev... |