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    Today, 10:11 AM
    Mike replied to a thread Streaming guidance needed in Computer/Digital Audio
    The sound, especially when you turn off unused inputs and outputs, really jumps. You really feel it’s tremendous sound for the money. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro
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    Today, 10:09 AM
    Mike started a thread Taiko Next Generation in Taiko Audio
    https://www.monoandstereo.com/2022/05/taiko-audio-next-generation-technology.html?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=facebook&m=1 Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro
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    Today, 09:07 AM
    Mike started a thread MSB Prices - June 1 in MSB
    If you’re thinking about MSB, don’t wait! Prices are going up, on some models quite significantly, June 1st. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro
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    Today, 08:55 AM
    Mike started a thread Lumin P1 Review in Lumin
    https://www.monoandstereo.com/2022/05/lumin-p1-streaming-dac-preamplifier.html?fbclid=IwAR1mNG0e_4krkmta6ESHvz9KMNLcrXIkRyaTNoDt5gMwmkPcR0zGYT6q8YY&m=1 Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro
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    Today, 08:51 AM
    Mike started a thread Esoteric Grandioso T1 in Esoteric 
    ESOTERIC’s first-ever analog turntable celebrating its 35th anniversary, the “Grandioso T1” will be unveiled at the “HIGH END munich 2022”. | News Details | ESOTERIC:Japan high-end audio manufacturer | エソテリック Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Pro
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    Today, 08:50 AM
    Mike started a thread Esoteric S-05 Class A amp in Esoteric 
    Drool! S-05 | OVERVIEW | ESOTERIC:Japan high-end audio manufacturer | エソテリック Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Pro
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    Today, 08:49 AM
    Mike replied to a thread Streaming guidance needed in Computer/Digital Audio
    Morgan, the reality is, the USB input on the Marantz is likely more of a convenience input and not optimized fully. We also must address the elephant in the room and that is, in our tests, the CD/Ripped CD always trumped the streaming version...
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    Today, 07:25 AM
    Mike replied to a thread Onkyo Files for Bankruptcy in General Audio Discussion
    You may want to read the link I posted above. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Pro
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    Today, 02:55 AM
    Mike replied to a thread Onkyo Files for Bankruptcy in General Audio Discussion
    PAC Response to Onkyo Home Entertainment Bankruptcy Filing | Klipsch Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Pro
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    Yesterday, 07:50 PM
    Mike started a thread Hans Ole Vitus to step down as CEO of Vitus in Vitus Audio
    Bodhi will be crying in his beer tonight. https://www.monoandstereo.com/2022/05/ava-group-as-vitus-audio-founder-hans.html?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=facebook&m=1 Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro
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    Yesterday, 11:58 AM
    Mike replied to a thread Onkyo Files for Bankruptcy in General Audio Discussion
    Sad to see, but the budget brands struggle. Play with pennies…. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro
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    Yesterday, 08:35 AM
    Mike replied to a thread HiFi Rose RS150 Network Streamer Review in Computer/Digital Audio
    The VU meters are cool. So is the classic radio graphics and other stuff. But turning off unused inputs and outputs, along with the screen, elevates the sound even further. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro
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    May 15, 2022, 12:30 PM
    Mike replied to a thread Vladimir Lamm - RIP in General Audio Discussion
    LAMM ANNOUNCES ITS PLANS FOR EXPANSION AND GROWTH - Positive Feedback Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro
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    May 13, 2022, 04:12 PM
    Mike started a thread Innuos Pulse in Computer/Digital Audio
    PULSE Series – Innuos – High-Fidelity Digital Music Servers and Streamers We are excited to announce the debut of the PULSE Network Player series at High End Munich next week. The new Innuos PULSE series brings you the Innuos experience...
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    May 13, 2022, 03:27 PM
    Mike replied to a thread SimAudio Voice 22 Speakers in SimAudio (MOON)
    Tweeter is a wee bit hot out of the box, going to run them in over the weekend. Bass is quite good. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro
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    May 13, 2022, 12:46 PM
    Mike replied to a thread SimAudio Voice 22 Speakers in SimAudio (MOON)
    The Design Details for Simaudio's Moon Voice 22 Loudspeaker - SoundStage! InSight (May 2022) - YouTube Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro
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    May 13, 2022, 12:45 PM
    Mike started a thread SimAudio Voice 22 Speakers in SimAudio (MOON)
    $3000/pair The Story Behind Simaudio's Moon Voice 22 Loudspeaker - SoundStage! InSight (May 2022) - YouTube Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro
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    May 13, 2022, 08:59 AM
    Mike replied to a thread Kharma DB7-S arrive in Kharma
    Welcome to Audioshark! Congrats on a terrific pair of speakers. We showed those at the Florida Audio Expo and they sounded terrific. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Pro
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    May 12, 2022, 06:55 PM
    Mike started a thread MSB Prices in MSB
    Thinking about an MSB DAC? Don’t wait! June 1 prices go into affect: Price increases include: Discrete DAC $9,950 > $12,000 Premier DAC $24,950 > $27,500 Premier Headphone Amp $8,950 > $9,950 Reference DAC $49,500 > $54,500 Select II DAC...
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    May 12, 2022, 06:53 PM
    Mike replied to a thread NEW MSB Digital Director in MSB
    New Digital Director models: The Select Digital Director > $27,500 The Reference Digital Director > $24,500 The Premier Digital Director > $14,500 Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro
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    May 12, 2022, 06:18 PM
    Mike replied to a thread HiFi Rose RS150 Network Streamer Review in Computer/Digital Audio
    After break in, I plan on doing just that! My point is this: this might just be the best audio product (not just network streamer) under $5k given its sound, features, functionality and fit and finish (in my opinion). In a year from now, people...
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    May 12, 2022, 06:15 PM
    Mike replied to a thread HiFi Rose RS150 Network Streamer Review in Computer/Digital Audio
    Thanks Paul. I know a lot of dealers ask “what’s the margin?” as their first question before they take on a line. It’s my last. My thinking has always been: if the product and company are great, the money will take care of itself. I’m going...
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    May 12, 2022, 05:38 PM
    Mike replied to a thread HiFi Rose RS150 Network Streamer Review in Computer/Digital Audio
    Really? If you think that’s what motivates me, you’re a fool. That has nothing to do with it. You obviously can’t recognize a product that hits way above its price point. Too bad. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro
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    May 12, 2022, 03:41 PM
    Mike replied to a thread HiFi Rose RS150 Network Streamer Review in Computer/Digital Audio
    RS150. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro
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    May 12, 2022, 03:40 PM
    Mike replied to a thread HiFi Rose RS150 Network Streamer Review in Computer/Digital Audio
    The N200 and N20 don’t have a DAC. Different product category in my opinion. The N200 and N20 need a DAC. N200/N20 = Network Transport RS150 = Network Streamer Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro
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    May 12, 2022, 12:57 PM
    Mike replied to a thread HiFi Rose RS150 Network Streamer Review in Computer/Digital Audio
    That is true. In this case, folks reported the ESS sounding better. This is one fantastic little piece. Maybe it just doesn’t cost enough for some folks. Oh well. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro
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    May 12, 2022, 12:20 PM
    Mike replied to a thread Active Speakers - will this time be different? in Speakers
    KEF celebrates sixty years with the LS60 Wireless | Darko.Audio Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro
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    May 12, 2022, 07:16 AM
    Mike replied to a thread HiFi Rose RS150 Network Streamer Review in Computer/Digital Audio
    Not sure that’s a fair comparison. You sure it was ESS? That model is very new. Did you do things to improve the sound like turn off unused inputs/outputs, turn off the screen, etc. Burn in is also key with this unit. We can agree to...
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    May 12, 2022, 06:20 AM
    Mike replied to a thread HiFi Rose RS150 Network Streamer Review in Computer/Digital Audio
    Very surprising. Jazzman above tends to agree with my findings. I’m quite surprised you didn’t find the same. Did you demo it or did you own it, allow full break in, etc.? Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Pro
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    May 12, 2022, 06:13 AM
    Mike replied to a thread HiFi Rose RS150 Network Streamer Review in Computer/Digital Audio
    Did yours have the AKM chip? Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Pro
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    May 11, 2022, 09:58 PM
    Mike replied to a thread HiFi Rose RS150 Network Streamer Review in Computer/Digital Audio
    A couple of months ago, a customer brought his Hi-Fi Rose into the store. We hooked it up, and were all super impressed with the sound, the screen, fit and finish and value!! After that visit, I was sold. The original RS150 was released with...
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    May 11, 2022, 05:57 PM
    Mike started a thread NEW MSB Digital Director in MSB
    https://www.monoandstereo.com/2022/05/new-msb-technology-digital-director.html
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    May 11, 2022, 04:07 PM
    Mike replied to a thread Finite Elemente in Audio Furniture, Racks & more
    Thanks. They are so good looking and sounding. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro
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    May 11, 2022, 02:35 PM
    Mike replied to a thread Best 500 Albums of All Time in Music Forum
    Will do. I actually have the MOFI one step abraxas. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro
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    May 11, 2022, 01:15 PM
    Mike replied to a thread Best 500 Albums of All Time in Music Forum
    In no particular order: Neil Young Harvest Moon Fleetwood Mac Rumors Pink Floyd DSOTM Pink Floyd Wish You Were Here Hugh Masakela Hope AC/DC Back In Black Elton John Tumbleweed Connection Santana Abraxas
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    May 11, 2022, 12:24 PM
    Mike replied to a thread Finite Elemente in Audio Furniture, Racks & more
    Thanks. I just love it. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro
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    May 11, 2022, 12:23 PM
    Mike replied to a thread Finite Elemente in Audio Furniture, Racks & more
    Yes! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro
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    May 10, 2022, 10:35 PM
    Mike replied to a thread Finite Elemente in Audio Furniture, Racks & more
    Yes. Mine has some heavy duty upgrades on the top shelf to support heavy turntables and special footers (Cerabase Classic). Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro
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    May 10, 2022, 07:30 PM
    Mike replied to a thread Finite Elemente in Audio Furniture, Racks & more
    Thank you. As I say in the video, I’ve wanted a Finite Elemente forever. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro
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    May 10, 2022, 07:05 PM
    Mike started a thread Finite Elemente in Audio Furniture, Racks & more
    Spoiled myself… Finite Elemente Comes Home - YouTube
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    May 10, 2022, 04:27 PM
    laynesaddiction replied to a thread Momentum M400MxV in D'Agostino Audio
    The local D'Agostino dealer just took away our M400 Momentums to be upgraded to the MxV version. While it stinks to be without them for 4 weeks (2 weeks ship/back forth, two weeks at D'Agostino to rev them), I think it will take that long for...
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    May 10, 2022, 09:28 AM
    Mike replied to a thread New Products Debuting at Munich 2022 in General Audio Discussion
    https://www.monoandstereo.com/2022/05/the-sound-of-ypsilon-at-munich-2020.html?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=facebook&m=1 Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro
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    May 10, 2022, 04:45 AM
    Mike replied to a thread New Products Debuting at Munich 2022 in General Audio Discussion
    ES-001 Eccentricity detection stabilizer - DS Audio｜Creating the future of analog music Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Pro
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    May 9, 2022, 09:58 PM
    Mike replied to a thread New Products Debuting at Munich 2022 in General Audio Discussion
    https://www.monoandstereo.com/2022/05/new-ch-precision-c12-daccontroller.html?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=facebook Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Pro
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    May 9, 2022, 09:58 PM
    Mike started a thread New Products Debuting at Munich 2022 in General Audio Discussion
    https://www.monoandstereo.com/2022/05/new-arya-audio-labs-airblade-hype.html?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=facebook Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Pro
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    May 9, 2022, 09:56 PM
    Mike started a thread Best 500 Albums of All Time in Music Forum
    You may not agree with the order, but there certainly are some incredible albums on this list. I would probably put Abbey Road above Songs in the Key of Life. Rumors would be right up there in the top 3 for me too. Almost too many great...
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    May 9, 2022, 04:24 PM
    Mike replied to a thread My Integrated amp has arrived in Amplifiers
    Sure is. Maybe things in the UK are different. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro
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    May 8, 2022, 01:07 PM
    Mike replied to a thread Luxman M10x arrives at Suncoast Audio in Luxman
    For sure. I snuck into the store yesterday to listen. What a great amp. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro
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    May 8, 2022, 10:42 AM
    Mike started a thread Bascom King - RIP in General Audio Discussion
    Bascom King Obituary Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro
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