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  • Puma Cat's Avatar
    Today, 12:15 AM
    Puma Cat replied to a thread New Everest, Omega XC and Block Audio C-Lock in Shunyata Research
    Congrats on your Everest & Omega XC PC. In my experience, they are true "game-changers" to use an over-used phrase. Not surprised that your Everest also sounds better on the Symposium than the piece of granite; it likely sounds better because...
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  • stereogeek's Avatar
    Yesterday, 08:27 PM
    stereogeek replied to a thread Christy McVie has passed in General Off Topic Forums
    Phil A.....I see you have one of Mike VansEvers' power conditioners. I met Mike about 25 years ago and became pretty good buddies. He lived less than a mile away, when I lived in south Tampa. I was telling Mike about my system at the time and how it...
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  • bryans's Avatar
    Yesterday, 08:03 PM
    bryans replied to a thread New Cascade DAC in MSB
    From MSB Website regarding present trade in: Up to 90%? What can I actually expect? Up to 90% when trading The Cascade DAC in “good condition” for The Sentinel DAC while in current production. Up to 50% when trading The Select DAC with or...
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  • stereogeek's Avatar
    Yesterday, 07:23 PM
    stereogeek replied to a thread 54 Years Ago Today ....... in General Off Topic Forums
    Some folks believe the moon landing was fake and professional wrestling is real.
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  • Audiofan57's Avatar
    Yesterday, 06:54 PM
    Audiofan57 replied to a thread Esoteric announce new model N-01XD SE in Esoteric 
    I recently upgraded from the XD, to the new SE. it is a major improvement in sound quality. .
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  • Mike's Avatar
    Yesterday, 06:06 PM
    Mike replied to a thread New Cascade DAC in MSB
    Discrete - Premier - Ref - Cascade No more select Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro
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  • bryans's Avatar
    Yesterday, 05:47 PM
    bryans replied to a thread New Cascade DAC in MSB
    Clearly I am missing something here. Prior to the Cascade announcement the lineup was Discrete -> Premier -> Reference -> Select II. If the new Cascade replaces the Select II the new lineup would be Discrete -> Premier -> Reference -> Cascade. MSB...
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  • Mike's Avatar
    Yesterday, 04:15 PM
    Mike replied to a thread New Cascade DAC in MSB
    Replaces select 2 Premier plus DD closes the gap. That’s the thinking. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro
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  • bryans's Avatar
    Yesterday, 03:51 PM
    bryans replied to a thread New Cascade DAC in MSB
    I missed this. So, the Cascade replaces the Reference, and a new Sentinel (flagship) is still coming? If this is the case that is a HUGE price gap between the Premier and Cascade. I was hoping for a new Reference model given the new Cascade...
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  • coucou_AS's Avatar
    Yesterday, 02:15 PM
    coucou_AS replied to a thread Lumin L2 not grouping album songs in Lumin App in Lumin
    Hi Phil A Thanks for you reply. Yes I have re-taged the album with Mp3Tag but it didn't help. Indeed these are part of an album where there are multiple artists. However I didn't fill the "main artist" field in Mp3Tag. But I have selected the...
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  • Phil A's Avatar
    Yesterday, 01:14 PM
    Phil A replied to a thread Lumin L2 not grouping album songs in Lumin App in Lumin
    Welcome! Don't have the same issue but how are the scattered songs tagged? Have you tried downloading and using something like MP3 Tag (which is free)? Are these part of an album where there are multiple or guest artists (to a main artist)?
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  • Bones13's Avatar
    Yesterday, 01:14 PM
    Bones13 replied to a thread New Cascade DAC in MSB
    Modules the same, yes. Just no modular bays in the DAC box now, Digital Director comes with DAC, and Power Base (new single power connection cable). Modules go in DD, like the current ones.
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  • Mike's Avatar
    Yesterday, 12:25 PM
    Mike replied to a thread New Cascade DAC in MSB
    Exactly. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro
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  • coucou_AS's Avatar
    Yesterday, 11:55 AM
    coucou_AS started a thread Lumin L2 not grouping album songs in Lumin App in Lumin
    I've just purchased a new Lumin L2, as a server for my Lumin X1. However for some of the albums, the songs are scattered as individual songs and no longer grouped as one album. It is quite annoying as you can guess. This was not the case when I...
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  • TomS's Avatar
    Yesterday, 11:50 AM
    TomS replied to a thread New Cascade DAC in MSB
    So Discrete -> Premier -> Cascade -> Sentinel (coming)? Curious what the future then holds for Discrete and Premier, given such an architecture change.
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  • Mike's Avatar
    Yesterday, 11:31 AM
    Mike replied to a thread New Cascade DAC in MSB
    No more select. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro
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  • still-one's Avatar
    Yesterday, 10:53 AM
    still-one replied to a thread New Cascade DAC in MSB
    Sounds interesting. I may have to perform another A/B in my system to see if it surpasses the Select. The way it shows up on the MSB site it "appears" to fall between the Select and Premier.
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  • Darrel's Avatar
    Yesterday, 10:04 AM
    Darrel replied to a thread What is a good, simple, effective, ad blocker for my Android phone? in Computer/Digital Audio
    AdGuard is a Russian company, with Russian engineers, the majority of AdGuard developers and other employees working from Moscow, registered in Cyprus. Not a great recipe. Hard pass on security grounds. It's open source software. That is from a...
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  • CPP's Avatar
    Yesterday, 09:15 AM
    CPP replied to a thread What is a good, simple, effective, ad blocker for my Android phone? in Computer/Digital Audio
    Odd, I don't have any ad blocker on my windows 11 PC, I use Firefox and Chrome which have built in ad blocking capabilities cause I do not get ads. My iphone Pro Max is another story when I use safari, even when Turn on Block Pop-ups and Turn on...
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  • Mike's Avatar
    Yesterday, 09:15 AM
    Mike replied to a thread New Cascade DAC in MSB
    Same modules. Same ability to swap modules. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro
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  • Bones13's Avatar
    Yesterday, 07:21 AM
    Bones13 replied to a thread New Cascade DAC in MSB
    Interesting upgrades, and I’m sure there is more going on with new modules, etc. They replaced the empty module bay space with built in analog inputs in the DAC, and moved all control functions to the Digital Director, now part of the package....
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  • jeffhk's Avatar
    Yesterday, 02:27 AM
    jeffhk replied to a thread What is a good, simple, effective, ad blocker for my Android phone? in Computer/Digital Audio
    I use Adguard for my Android phone and Windows PC. It's not free but it works well and for me it's worth the price. They do have a free trial. AdGuard — The world’s most advanced ad blocker! Get the best ad-free experience
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  • Mike's Avatar
    May 2, 2024, 10:29 PM
    Mike replied to a thread New Everest, Omega XC and Block Audio C-Lock in Shunyata Research
    My pleasure! You and your lovely wife are so wonderful. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro
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  • crwilli's Avatar
    May 2, 2024, 10:12 PM
    crwilli replied to a thread New Everest, Omega XC and Block Audio C-Lock in Shunyata Research
    Congrats! Big upgrade.
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  • PMCH's Avatar
    May 2, 2024, 09:36 PM
    PMCH started a thread New Everest, Omega XC and Block Audio C-Lock in Shunyata Research
    Just received my new Everest and Omega XC PC to replace my Denali and Sigma PC. It was worth the upgrade to me. At Mike's suggestion I also replaced my Furutech outlet cover with the Block Audio C-Lock cover. I never have to worry about a sagging...
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  • Mike's Avatar
    May 2, 2024, 08:11 PM
    Mike replied to a thread New Cascade DAC in MSB
    Did you read the trade up program posted above? It doesn’t apply to the Cascade. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro
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  • brodricj's Avatar
    May 2, 2024, 08:09 PM
    brodricj replied to a thread New Cascade DAC in MSB
    Trade in, Trade up....if the Cascade is 50% cheaper than the current model, so it might be when you trade in at 90% of MSRP that they will be paying you?
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  • brodricj's Avatar
    May 2, 2024, 08:02 PM
    brodricj replied to a thread New Cascade DAC in MSB
    I guess they won't be selling anything between now and then.
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  • Mike's Avatar
    May 2, 2024, 07:26 PM
    Mike replied to a thread New Cascade DAC in MSB
    Trade In, Trade Up your MSB products There’s a little nugget of info in this. Read carefully and you’ll see it. Coming next year…. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro
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  • Mike's Avatar
    May 2, 2024, 07:23 PM
    Mike replied to a thread New Cascade DAC in MSB
    https://youtu.be/e6ak04YxESE?si=W6-HQnZCn1gtFfpY Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro
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  • Mike's Avatar
    May 2, 2024, 07:16 PM
    Mike replied to a thread New Cascade DAC in MSB
    I know this is hard to comprehend, but it’s new tech and far exceeds the Select II with the digital director today. Price? Less expensive by nearly 50% of that previous combo. $95k MSRP. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro
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  • 7ryder's Avatar
    May 2, 2024, 06:56 PM
    7ryder replied to a thread New Cascade DAC in MSB
    I look forward to hearing what you think of it. Can you share the MSRP?
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  • Mike's Avatar
    May 2, 2024, 06:40 PM
    Mike replied to a thread New Cascade DAC in MSB
    Mines on order! Can’t wait! MSB kept their current tech for nearly 10 years! An eternity of great sound especially for digital. Now they turn the page. Very exciting to read this announcement today. Sent from my iPhone using...
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  • 7ryder's Avatar
    May 2, 2024, 06:32 PM
    7ryder started a thread New Cascade DAC in MSB
    The Cascade DAC - MSB Technology
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  • SCAudiophile's Avatar
    May 2, 2024, 04:34 PM
    SCAudiophile replied to a thread Esoteric announce new model N-01XD SE in Esoteric 
    They had the new unit at Axpona paired with the F-02 in a good, not uber expensive system, and it was clear the new unit was contributing extensively to the quality of that room's sound. Sent from my SM-G998U using Tapatalk
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  • still-one's Avatar
    May 2, 2024, 08:43 AM
    still-one replied to a thread Shogun in Movies & Television
    I agree with Mike. A very interesting country. The area around the Akita Prefecture in northern Japan was beautiful and historically interesting to visit. A good way to spend a long weekend when on business.
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  • Mike's Avatar
    May 2, 2024, 06:40 AM
    Mike replied to a thread Esoteric announce new model N-01XD SE in Esoteric 
    TBD Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Pro
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  • transaminasi's Avatar
    May 2, 2024, 05:29 AM
    transaminasi replied to a thread Esoteric announce new model N-01XD SE in Esoteric 
    Any news about upgrade kit?
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  • KeithR's Avatar
    May 1, 2024, 10:29 PM
    KeithR replied to a thread What is going on with the recent changes to Fyne distributorship? in Fyne Audio
    Harmonia had Dr Paul Mills himself at Axpona.
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  • Puma Cat's Avatar
    May 1, 2024, 10:12 PM
    Puma Cat replied to a thread Shogun in Movies & Television
    Agree 100% on all points. If possible, be sure to visit Kyoto. Such a beautiful city. And you can also visit Nijojo Palace in Kyoto. Incredible.
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  • Ritmo's Avatar
    May 1, 2024, 09:51 PM
    Ritmo replied to a thread Shogun in Movies & Television
    Or just book a flight to Japan and spend some time there. It’s a fascinating culture. And, yes, very organized and thoughtful. The people and customs are great. Lastly, a beautiful country.
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  • mxk116's Avatar
    May 1, 2024, 08:03 PM
    mxk116 replied to a thread My experience with the K-03XD in Esoteric 
    I can only echo your sentiments. I feel the same way about my K-01XD. And after hearing the SE version of the Esoteric Master Sound Discrete DAC at AXPONA 2024 I’m seriously considering the moving up the Esoteric DAC food chain.
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  • Puma Cat's Avatar
    May 1, 2024, 06:20 PM
    Puma Cat replied to a thread Shogun in Movies & Television
    If you found the Japanese aesthetic and cultural sensibilities interesting and would like to get a deeper understanding, my recommendation would be to watch some of these films by the late, great film director, Akira Kurosawa. These are all...
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  • Ritmo's Avatar
    May 1, 2024, 03:51 PM
    Ritmo replied to a thread My experience with the K-03XD in Esoteric 
    I continue to be very impressed with the Esoteric “Master Discrete DAC”. I’ve owned my N-01XD for a couple of years and it continues to impress. I believe one would have to spend at least 2X to get better sound.
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  • grubble's Avatar
    May 1, 2024, 11:25 AM
    grubble replied to a thread N200 stuck in clm in Aurender
    Good thing Factory Reset worked for you. If it doesn't, an email to Aurender NA/USA will be helpful and likely require being shipped to CA to diagnose and resolve.
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  • JCS123's Avatar
    May 1, 2024, 09:53 AM
    JCS123 replied to a thread Shunyata Theta and Gamma Series Announced in Shunyata Research
    High praise, indeed. I might just have to check these out when funds allow for an upgrade. Thanks, Mike!
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    If I sell the something on your site for close to what I ask what would be a reasonable contribution?
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    Hello Mr Mike.
    Sorry if I said something wrong ,since I'm new to this hobbies.

    Today I auditioned 30.2 with NAT SET monoblock. The voice was so full of body but I still miss some bass and I think it kinda rolled off in high. The equipment separation was good only some albums.

    Then I auditioned Diablo120 with their Mojos(different dealers). I'm amazed with the soundstage, image and how clean they produced them(is that mean they bright?), but instantly I miss the Midrange and full body voice feel of Harbeth and NAT.

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    Hello Mr Mike.

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    Hello Mike.

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    Mike,
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    Mike, 12mths ago new mk2 (with copper heatsinks + upgrades) was €30000, the one in pics was €16000. I'd happily ask the world distributor if you wish. I have no financial interest at all in this. Met him 12ths ago in Paris, we got chatting. Lovely man, Italian, prefers speaking English to French even though he lives in Paris. Hah!
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    Hi Mike - thanks for setting up the board. We lived in Sarasota from '88 to '93. Nice place. With 6" of snow last night, I'm envious!
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