Recent content by 2FlyingYorkies

Closing the loop here: I elected to repair the N100H. The Aurender guys sent me a new display and PC board for a nominal fee (we're talking like $50 here...) since I'm well beyond warranty coverage. Physical install was straightforward. I ended up having to roll the firmware back to the...

I haven't even thought about Auralic in years - thanks! The Aries chassis is getting a bit long in tooth, but it looks like they've done some upgrades lately. I'll take a closer look. I admit that the Aurender app is a really strong draw. Maybe because I'm used to it, but it does seem more...

That's a really good question! I honestly don't use the display for actual playback ever (the unit is in a cabinet). But for connecting the thing to the home network, they put up a code on the display that you have to enter on the app. I've had to reset the unit more than once after a power...

The N150 seems to have the same AMOLED display I have now, so I don't think there's much benefit to that path (same failure). N200 is probably my starting point if I buy a new Aurender. Hadn't considered the A1000 because of the DAC but I'll take a look. Presumably the N200 or A1000 are a...

Friends, my 2017 vintage Aurender N100H in my main system has had its OLED display screen die for the second time now (and the N100SC in my basement system has had this happen once as well). I sent the Aurender guys a note, and assuming parts are still available, I'm assuming they'll send me a...

The PS Audio Directstream Jr in my main system (see signature for the other components) has decided to start hissing on the left channel. I've never been 100% happy with it, so this is a reasonable opportunity to start looking elsewhere. I've seen plenty of threads lately discussing DACs in...

I need a small speaker system for use with a desktop computer. Looking for something really quite compact (no more than 10" high by 6" wide, even smaller is better) but that doesn't make me want to rip my ears off from sounding low-fi. I've had the typical Logitech computer speakers previously...

Is there a device or method for protecting audio equipment from micro-duration power outages? In my case, my Aurenders seem particularly sensitive to these sorts of events, as are my DACs. Last evening, for example, as a powerful cold front with blowing snow passed through, the municipal power...

I've had my PS Audio DS Junior for a few years now, and it's starting to make me consider upgrading. Functionally, it has days where it just sort of gets confused and needs the FPGA rebooted more than once. And the front display seems to have its own agenda as to when/what it feels like...

This seems like an odd partnership to me. Bugatti has launched a limited 15-pair run of active powered high end audio speakers in partnership with Tidal (the German speaker manufacturer, not the streaming service): Bugatti Royale: quite literally the Bugatti of active speakers | What Hi-Fi...

I'm considering stepping up from my current Aurender N100H, which has served well for several years. i don't really have any complaints with it; mostly it's just an itch that might need scratching. I use a separate DAC, and therefore have no need for a model with one built-in. I also have all...

Looking at adding another Aurender for streaming in my new secondary system. When I purchased my current N100H, it was the only option in that portion of the lineup. Now there's also an N100SC (no internal storage, which is not useful for me), and an N100C that has a Coax output. The N100C is...

Looking for a power distributor for my new multi-channel/theater system. My home power is reasonably clean (I can put my ear up to the tweeter of my 93dB efficient main speakers with the preamp at full tilt/no signal and hear just the barest static), and the wall outlets are located about 15...

I'm looking to add streaming capability to a secondary system. I have a USB DAC input available, so that's probably the easiest way to get what I'm after. For my main system i use the Aurender N100H and have had very good luck with it. Since it's also a storage device in addition to a...

Curious on people's thoughts on preferred speaker cable terminations. I've almost exclusively used bananas over the years - first the 9-fin tension fit kind, and more recently the WBT 45-degree locking ones. The WBTs are definitely superior for staying put. I've never used spades, and haven't...