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June 21, 2018, 09:29 PM #1
Qubuz in the USA is just around the corner.
Dan
STUDIO - McIntosh C1000C/P, MC2301 (2), MR88, Aurender N10, Esoteric K-01X, Shunyata Sigma spdif digital coax, Sonos Connect, Stillpoints Ultra SS & Ultra Mini, PurePower 2000, Furutech Flux 50, Michell Gyro SE, Michell HR Power Supply, SME 309, Ortofon Cadenza Black, Sonus faber Amati Anniversario
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VINTAGE - McIntosh 4300V, McIntosh MA230, Tandberg 3011A tuner, Olive 04HD, JBL 4312A
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June 21, 2018, 09:31 PM #2
Re: Qubuz in the USA is just around the corner.
Good!
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June 21, 2018, 09:39 PM #3
Re: Qubuz in the USA is just around the corner.
This is very good news!
Buddy
Boulder 1160 Amp, 1110 Pre-Amp
Audio Research Ref. 3 Phono-Pre
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MSB Reference DAC
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Jay's Audio CDT3-MK3 CD Transport
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June 21, 2018, 09:52 PM #4
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Re: Qubuz in the USA is just around the corner.
We feature over 130,000 albums (about 2 million tracks) in high resolution available for streaming and download. This is on top of the 40 million 16-bit/44-kHz full resolution cuts.
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June 21, 2018, 11:01 PM #5
Re: Qubuz in the USA is just around the corner.
As long as it isn't like cable TV where you have hundreds of channels, and there isn't anything worth watching.
I like that these guys also sell what they stream, which is important when the network is down for some reason.Bud
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Shunyata Sigma HC (2), Sigma Analog, Sigma Digital, Z Anaconda (3) power cables
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June 21, 2018, 11:58 PM #6
Re: Qubuz in the USA is just around the corner.
It will be interesting to see how the pricing for high-res downloads compares to HDTracks. I also like that you can listen to an entire recording before purchase, unlike HDTracks snippet preview.
Dan
STUDIO - McIntosh C1000C/P, MC2301 (2), MR88, Aurender N10, Esoteric K-01X, Shunyata Sigma spdif digital coax, Sonos Connect, Stillpoints Ultra SS & Ultra Mini, PurePower 2000, Furutech Flux 50, Michell Gyro SE, Michell HR Power Supply, SME 309, Ortofon Cadenza Black, Sonus faber Amati Anniversario
LIVING ROOM - McIntosh C2300, MC75 (2), MR85, Magnum Dynalab 205 Signal Sleuth, Sonos Connect, Simaudio MOON Neo 260D-T, Schiit Audio Yggdrasil, Aurender N100H, Shunyata Sigma USB cable, Sony DAT 60ES, Nakamichi BX-300, Micro Seiki DD40 w/m505A tonearm, Ortofon Cadenza Blue, PS Audio P10, Furutech Flux 50, Stillpoints Ultra Mini, PMC EB1i, JL Audio f113
VINTAGE - McIntosh 4300V, McIntosh MA230, Tandberg 3011A tuner, Olive 04HD, JBL 4312A
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June 22, 2018, 01:25 AM #7
Re: Qubuz in the USA is just around the corner.
I’m interested, Tidal works but not jumping over joy with it as it’s focus is not my first, second, third...choice
Now that I now how to properly say it’s name, I’ll get it and probably run both for a bit.
Looking forward to hearing more at RMAF 2018.
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June 22, 2018, 05:53 AM #8
Re: Qubuz in the USA is just around the corner.
I run both.
Tidal has some (but only a few) pop tracks not available via Qobuz.
Qobuz (I have the hi-res subscription) is truly excellent for jazz, blues, world music and classical.
In the future, I might choose to drop Tidal.Vivid Audio - Burmester - Hegel - Marantz - Oppo - Pioneer 60" - Wireworld
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June 22, 2018, 07:44 AM #9
Re: Qubuz in the USA is just around the corner.
for those using quobuz with a stand-alone dac, how have you implemented streaming? also, how are you controlling quobuz streaming?
i see there is audirvana+ integration, however, best i can tell there is and will be no roon integration. i also see quobuz integration with a variety of network players such as lumin, etc. however, i am just curious as to solutions others here have used for their stand-alone dac.
finally, going on the sublime+ pricing in the UK, it would be twice the cost here in the US as tidal -- are you finding the quobuz hi-rez streaming experience worth this premium?viking acoustics berlin r mk2 | air tight atc-5 + atm-300r | clearaudio concept + virtuoso v2 MM | t+a dac8 dsd + kanjiroba diy transport + roon rock
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June 22, 2018, 08:18 AM #10
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Re: Qubuz in the USA is just around the corner.
I use my Auralic Aries G2.
As for Roon: https://community.roonlabs.com/t/is-...8/510?u=drtone
Pricing won't be a straight currency conversion from pounds.
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June 22, 2018, 08:31 AM #11
Re: Qubuz in the USA is just around the corner.
viking acoustics berlin r mk2 | air tight atc-5 + atm-300r | clearaudio concept + virtuoso v2 MM | t+a dac8 dsd + kanjiroba diy transport + roon rock
alp-tone audio analog cables | core audio designs plyKraft 3L | hifi racks ltd podium t5-iii
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June 22, 2018, 02:13 PM #12
Re: Qubuz in the USA is just around the corner.
Unless Roon signed an exclusive deal with tidal, I suspect it won’t be long before they strike a deal after entering the us market. I hope so, as I have a lifetime subscription to Roon.
Super excited though. My family likes tidal more than I do. I like it just fine, but I’m not crazy about it - so competition is good.
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Elrod Master Statement Diamond PCs (7), Evolution Acoustics 50 ohm (Zeel Connection), Nordost Odin2 IC (2), Nordost Valhalla II USB, CH Acoustic X20 IC, Final Touch Audio Elara PCs (6)
AudioDesk Systeme RCM
CMS Ultra 2.0 Footers TT (2) and TD (2), Revopods (2) and SortKones and EVPs where they work
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June 22, 2018, 02:32 PM #13
Re: Qubuz in the USA is just around the corner.
Hope this happens.
Rance
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June 22, 2018, 03:22 PM #14
Re: Qubuz in the USA is just around the corner.
Indeed.
I guess they will follow the example of Tidal: 20€, 20$, 20£ per month!
Qobuz Sublime is also 20£, 20€ per month.
For Sublime + you pay a premium, but you have access to an ever growing hi-res catalogue.
Many hi-res albums easily best my CD versions (might be because of a better remaster, but still).
Mind you, for now, I'm streaming via a Chromecast Audio device of 39€...
(Saving for a T+A MP 3100)Vivid Audio - Burmester - Hegel - Marantz - Oppo - Pioneer 60" - Wireworld
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July 21, 2018, 08:36 PM #15
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Re: Qubuz in the USA is just around the corner.
I have read elsewhere that its unlikely Roon will integrate Qobuz in their offerings because Qobuz has plans to be in direct competition with Roon. In other words it would be a little like Roon and Audirvana getting together. All these companies have various plans for growing into other areas so they won't always look like they look today. I LOVE Qobuz (pronounced Ko-buzz) and of course there are people (cough cough) who have it here and just use a VPN.
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July 21, 2018, 09:12 PM #16
Re: Qubuz in the USA is just around the corner.
Man, it’s amazing how much disinformation floats around. Don’t worry about the Roon guys.
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"We can hear everything we measure, but we can't measure everything we hear. Let your ears be your guide."
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July 21, 2018, 11:26 PM #17
Re: Qubuz in the USA is just around the corner.
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July 22, 2018, 09:43 AM #18
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Re: Qubuz in the USA is just around the corner.
Roon is the main interface I use to my NAS library and Tidal. Using the LUMIN App to access Qubuz.
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July 22, 2018, 06:58 PM #19
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Re: Qubuz in the USA is just around the corner.
I've only bought a few downloads (all hirez) from Qobuz. Good pricing compared to other sources. Larry
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July 29, 2018, 10:22 PM #20
Re: Qubuz in the USA is just around the corner.
Actually it was true as of Feb 2017 Qobuz / Roon integration was not happening. However, things may have changed. Now we get a hint:
https://www.computeraudiophile.com/f...comment-852460
From David @ Qobuz responding to Roon integration
By the time we launch, you will be very happy. I wish I could say more right now, but have been sworn to secrecy... You may be able to read between the lines, but for now, all I can say is that I totally agree.Peter Lie
LUMIN Firmware Lead
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July 30, 2018, 02:12 PM #21
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Re: Qubuz in the USA is just around the corner.
Based on Official Qobuz Issues Thread on Computer Audiophile it seems it is scheduled for sometime in 4qtr.
Posted by "David.. Qobuz, Hi-Res Music Evangelist""That can be very annoying. I can't answer from even months back, but I can tell you that we'll be launching in the 4th Q and under new management that cares about the high-end community. You'll start seeing press releases soon and I'm proud to let you know first that we'll be the official streaming platform at RMAF, The NY Audio show and CAF. The names collected on the site will all be contacted now that it is a certainty.Thanks for the note. I'll do my best to keep up with the questions and if I don't know the answer, I'll find someone who does."
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August 9, 2018, 01:18 AM #22
Re: Qubuz in the USA is just around the corner.
Tried tonight, streaming still not active. Looks like you can purchase and download files. FYI, It did F with my server when I loaded it there a few weeks ago. I uninstalled it and shut down then restarted to get HQ player working again. It seems to take over the outputting device of the computer.
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August 9, 2018, 10:35 AM #23
Re: Qubuz in the USA is just around the corner.
I think I'm just going to wait until its officially released in the US in the 4qtr ( October) , with all the distribution issues etc.. ironed out. https://www.prnewswire.com/news-rele...300684982.html
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August 10, 2018, 09:16 AM #24
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Re: Qubuz in the USA is just around the corner.
I wonder what this will do to Tidal. I love that I only pay 9 a month for Tidal as I'm retired military. This will be interesting for sure.
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August 10, 2018, 09:36 AM #25
Re: Qubuz in the USA is just around the corner.
I'm more curious how it will really sound. If it does not go through Roon, it does not go through HQ in my setup.
First Sound Mark3SI preamp. Audion Black Shadow 845 SET Monoblocks. Mojo Audio Deja Vu Server. Mojo Audio Mystic 3 DAC. Linear Solution Ethernet Switch. Gigafoil with LPS. STST Motus II TT with Vertere SG1 arm, Hana ML Cartridge, Allnic H1201 phono pre. Pure Audio Project Trio 15 Horn speakers with Mundord Supreme oil caps. Power via 10 awg Oyaide cable from panel to custom distribution strip feeding front end. Oyaide dedicated10 AWG branch circuits from panel to each amp. Inakustik speaker and interconnect cables, Genesis Interconnect.
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August 10, 2018, 11:55 PM #26
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Re: Qubuz in the USA is just around the corner.
Based on some comments on the CA thread it might have support for Roon. If you use HQPlayer Embedded you can streM Qobuz using DLNA/UPnP functionality, which worked for me without any issues when I tried the eval version.
Let me know if you want to try that setup or have questions about it.
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August 15, 2018, 11:57 PM #27
Re: Qubuz in the USA is just around the corner.
Sent you a PM. Not sure how to DNLA UPnP.
First Sound Mark3SI preamp. Audion Black Shadow 845 SET Monoblocks. Mojo Audio Deja Vu Server. Mojo Audio Mystic 3 DAC. Linear Solution Ethernet Switch. Gigafoil with LPS. STST Motus II TT with Vertere SG1 arm, Hana ML Cartridge, Allnic H1201 phono pre. Pure Audio Project Trio 15 Horn speakers with Mundord Supreme oil caps. Power via 10 awg Oyaide cable from panel to custom distribution strip feeding front end. Oyaide dedicated10 AWG branch circuits from panel to each amp. Inakustik speaker and interconnect cables, Genesis Interconnect.
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August 16, 2018, 10:03 AM #28
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Re: Qubuz in the USA is just around the corner.
I signed up for a trial about a year ago using VPN option to UK website but after I signed up I realized I should have done a better due diligence on the VPN vendor before entering credentials and payment information. I changed my passwords and added 2nd form of authentication to my Paypal account as soon as I realized what I had done to avoid any fraudulent charges.
Other folks had done something similar and when Qobuz initially came out some folks were even able to just contact support and they got added with address of New France or something similar.
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August 16, 2018, 10:37 AM #29
Re: Qubuz in the USA is just around the corner.
I did not realize how you were really accessing the site. I don't need to play games. I can wait.
You going to Rocky M ?First Sound Mark3SI preamp. Audion Black Shadow 845 SET Monoblocks. Mojo Audio Deja Vu Server. Mojo Audio Mystic 3 DAC. Linear Solution Ethernet Switch. Gigafoil with LPS. STST Motus II TT with Vertere SG1 arm, Hana ML Cartridge, Allnic H1201 phono pre. Pure Audio Project Trio 15 Horn speakers with Mundord Supreme oil caps. Power via 10 awg Oyaide cable from panel to custom distribution strip feeding front end. Oyaide dedicated10 AWG branch circuits from panel to each amp. Inakustik speaker and interconnect cables, Genesis Interconnect.
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August 16, 2018, 12:14 PM #30
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August 16, 2018, 12:19 PM #31
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Re: Qubuz in the USA is just around the corner.
Sorry, forgot to respond to your question about DNLA/UPnP setup for HQPlayer.
Depending on your comfort level with Linux you can roll your own install of either Debian Stretch or Ubuntu Server or just use the HQPe image and write it to the usb flash drive and boot your system. It is pre-configured for UPnP support. If you want further information feel free to give me a buzz.
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August 17, 2018, 12:40 AM #32
Re: Qubuz in the USA is just around the corner.
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Kingrexelectric.com Lyncole certified grounding specialist.
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October 3, 2018, 08:52 PM #33
Re: Qubuz in the USA is just around the corner.
Here is an in-depth review of Qobuz with some good information: https://www.whathifi.com/qobuz/review
Anthony
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October 3, 2018, 09:30 PM #34
Re: Qubuz in the USA is just around the corner.
My Systems: http://www.audioshark.org/showthread...481#post158481
"We can hear everything we measure, but we can't measure everything we hear. Let your ears be your guide."
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October 3, 2018, 09:32 PM #35
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Re: Qubuz in the USA is just around the corner.
I've had them both for over a year and I agree with Paul.
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October 4, 2018, 02:48 AM #36
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October 4, 2018, 07:54 AM #37
Re: Qubuz in the USA is just around the corner.
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October 4, 2018, 10:29 AM #38
Re: Qubuz in the USA is just around the corner.
I did not know tidal had anything Beyer than Redbook. I though they were saying at 16,44.1 tidal was better. At 24/96 or higher Qboz was better. Do I not know what formats are available on Tidal?
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October 4, 2018, 11:02 AM #39
Re: Qubuz in the USA is just around the corner.
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October 4, 2018, 11:03 AM #40
Re: Qubuz in the USA is just around the corner.
Technically its a smaller file that is being upsamples, correct.
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October 4, 2018, 11:57 AM #41
Re: Qubuz in the USA is just around the corner.
My point being, they did not talk about using an MQA dac in the article. I don't have an MQA dac. That means I get nothing better than 16/44.1 with my system using Tidal. They did test higher resolution files.
Anyway about it, it launces in the USA in a couple days, Correct? We can all take on the free trial and see if we like the sound and the library.
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October 4, 2018, 11:59 AM #42
Re: Qubuz in the USA is just around the corner.
What if Tidal MQA sounds better than Qobuz high res or visa versa? Hmmm...this should be fun.
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October 4, 2018, 12:28 PM #43Francisco
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October 4, 2018, 09:07 PM #45
Re: Qubuz in the USA is just around the corner.
I downloaded it via vpn and have had it for about a week now. On average, the SQ is much better than Tidal to my ear and on my system. If I can ween the family from Tidal, I'm gone (even before the Roon integration, which I hope will happen soon).
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October 4, 2018, 09:43 PM #46
Re: Qubuz in the USA is just around the corner.
I'm not going to do any fancy mumbo-jumbo to get it running on my server. When it's out in the US I will try it. But let us not forget how important software is. Even the operating system in our computer affects the playback. Roon is known for their play back. It is generally touted as much better than jriver based upon all the work they've done with their software. Maybe Qobuz has a very good set of software behind it. It would be interesting to know if the people experiencing Qobuz and prefer it better than Tidale0 are playing Tidal through Tidal or through their roon app and more importantly through Roon with hq player operating.
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October 6, 2018, 02:28 PM #47
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There is a good discussion here https://www.psaudio.com/pauls-posts/...at-the-source/
Cookie Marenco, of Blue Coast Records, describes the dizzying array of factors that can go into what kind of sq you will get from streaming It mostly comes down to the quality of the mastering and whether that mastering has been degraded along the path between the label and product (be it physical CD, downloaded file or streamed file). The best files will be "pre CD mastered" and will bypass
the Digital Aggregators (companies that process the files between the label and retailer.) These processes can have no regard for sq. For instance, a small label can have their files "auto-mastered" by an aggregator for $6 a song. How do you think that's going to sound?
If I understand, both Qobuz and MQA, do not at this time use aggregators, and according to Cookie, Qobuz goes to efforts to seek source masters that are "pre CD master."
He also seems to be doubtful how long, given the state of the music business, if such careful sourcing is sustainable.
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October 7, 2018, 12:47 AM #49
Re: Qubuz in the USA is just around the corner.
I tried to stream Qobuz today and I got a Cart Order Error based upon Country. ×
cart.orderCreate.error.country
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I just sent you instructions that should work.
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