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Today, 12:58 PM

Shadowfax replied to a thread Can anyone hear when an Amp switches from Class A to A/B in General Audio Discussion

So my speakers are 92DB, are we saying that listening at about 50 to 70 on the old radio shack meter, I am probably listening to Class A?

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Today, 11:22 AM

Shadowfax replied to a thread Can anyone hear when an Amp switches from Class A to A/B in General Audio Discussion

So it is probably what I thought, you really can't hear it. So next question which I am assuming is Yes....Can it be measured? And then that leads us down the rabbit hole of Specs that we can't hear and are they sometimes useless.

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Today, 10:56 AM

Mr Peabody replied to a thread DAC (Re) Search in Computer/Digital Audio

MQA I wouldn't say is a must but I would like it since I am a Tidal user. Although I don't like the idea of the extra features the N05xd is my front runner. Are you able to say what the difference in sound is like between the Discrete and N05xd?...

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Today, 10:46 AM

Mr Peabody replied to a thread *NEW* Esoteric N-05XD in Esoteric

The ACS10 has a built-in hard drive, could I run the ACS10 USB into the N05xd DAC input, then switch from network to USB on the N05xd depending on whether I want to stream or listen to the hard drive? I really am only interested in a DAC. From...

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Today, 10:38 AM

Mr Peabody replied to a thread Can anyone hear when an Amp switches from Class A to A/B in General Audio Discussion

No. Nelson Pass has a good article on this, my memory is not good enough nor my tech skills to explain it but ever since reading the article I understand you can't hear any difference because it doesn't work like that. As a side note from what...

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Yesterday, 09:34 PM

Mechnutt started a thread Wire World Platinum in Cables

I just bought a WW Platinum Starlight 7 usb cable. I had been using a friends and I loved it. A friend of mine brought over the new Platinum 8 cable and in my system the 7 sounds better. The 8 is much thinner and uses 28g silver vs 23g. I am not...

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Yesterday, 04:22 PM

Mr Peabody replied to a thread DAC (Re) Search in Computer/Digital Audio

I looked at the Alpha DAC3 but was confused on pricing, one unit showed $28k and another was slightly over $10k but I didn't see any difference in the model#. That combined with no knowledge of the brand I sort of dismissed it until you mentioned...

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Yesterday, 03:40 PM

Mr Peabody started a thread DAC (Re) Search in Computer/Digital Audio

What I am looking for is a solid state DAC, MQA preferrable, and less non-DAC features as possible (ie. preamp, streaming). I will also need USB to accept feed from ACS10. My budget is under $10k although I've had temptations that exceeded that. ...

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Yesterday, 01:36 PM

Shadowfax started a thread Can anyone hear when an Amp switches from Class A to A/B in General Audio Discussion

Oddball question I know but have been thinking about it. For example, my Luxman supposedly does about 6watts at Class A before switching to A/B. So I thought sweet, if I am listening at low levels it must be in Class A and why it sounds so good at...

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Yesterday, 12:55 PM

Mr Peabody replied to a thread *NEW* Esoteric N-05XD in Esoteric

It would be interesting if I got a N05xd how the streaming would compare to my ACS10. I'd still use the ACS10 which has all my CD's on the hard drive. Unless one was obviously better it would come down to the app.

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Yesterday, 10:08 AM

Shadowfax replied to a thread CongratsMichaelsMinute in General Audio Discussion

Way to go MM!

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March 28, 2023, 06:12 PM

Shadowfax replied to a thread Which speaker had a problem? in General Audio Discussion

What are those Racks? Would have been nice if they played some music :)

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March 28, 2023, 06:05 PM

Mr Peabody replied to a thread Which speaker had a problem? in General Audio Discussion

Wow. I wish he would have included the stores comments as well. Especially since they claim a similar incident with another customer. Paint defects is obviously not from shipping I wonder why Rockport didn't just refinish the speaker.

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March 28, 2023, 12:47 PM

Mr Peabody replied to a thread *NEW* Esoteric N-05XD in Esoteric

Hi Stu, do you think the N05XD DAC sounds better than the Discrete?

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March 28, 2023, 12:33 PM

Mr Peabody replied to a thread *NEW* Esoteric N-05XD in Esoteric

How does the sound of the N05XD compare to the May? What made you switch? Thanks

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March 28, 2023, 12:30 PM

Mr Peabody replied to a thread *NEW* Esoteric N-05XD in Esoteric

I was recently reading about the N05XD and learned Lumin helped or consulted on the network end of the unit.

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March 26, 2023, 07:30 PM

Mr Peabody replied to a thread Looking for Esoteric advise/info in Esoteric

I have all my CD's ripped to my Aurender. So I really don't need the network or tray transport. I have a transport if needed but it don't play SACD, which I have a hand full of. What I really need is a straight forward DAC.

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March 26, 2023, 07:19 PM

Mr Peabody replied to a thread Clarisys Audio Auditorium Install in Clarisys Audio

That would be something to hear. I knew a guy online named Florian who ran Apogees, I wonder if same guy, maybe decided to make some himself.

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March 25, 2023, 02:20 PM

Mr Peabody replied to a thread Looking for Esoteric advise/info in Esoteric

Looks like I was looking at n05XD & K03XD Thanks for the replies.

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March 24, 2023, 11:12 PM

Mr Peabody replied to a thread Looking for Esoteric advise/info in Esoteric

I said N01 but that looks to be a wrong model#, the network DAC I heard about was about $11k. I should have done my research before posting.

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March 24, 2023, 11:00 PM

Mr Peabody started a thread PSB Passif 50 in Speakers

I heard a set of these tonight driven by an Arcam SA30 streaming integrated. They are a celebration of 50 years of PSB. Cost is about $2500.00 a pair but I'm not sure if this includes the stands. Titanium tweeter, 6" woofer & 8" passive radiator,...

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March 24, 2023, 10:22 PM

Mr Peabody started a thread Looking for Esoteric advise/info in Esoteric

I don't see Esoteric just offering a DAC without some other features, ie. streaming, preamp. First of all is this correct? If the above is correct which would have the better sounding DAC between the N01 and K03. I could buy a N01 and ignore...

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March 24, 2023, 11:18 AM

Shadowfax replied to a thread New DAC is here!! in General Audio Discussion

:popcorn: Is a Hockey Game gonna breakout?

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March 23, 2023, 10:25 AM

Shadowfax replied to a thread How to Troubleshoot a High-End Audio Ethernet Netwok in Computer/Digital Audio

Well written and broken into logical steps and explanations. Thanks for posting it.

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March 22, 2023, 02:21 PM

Shadowfax replied to a thread If you were going to ride one motorcycle forever... in Automobiles, Boats, Bikes & Planes

A real beast, but lacks the classic looks

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March 22, 2023, 01:34 PM

Shadowfax replied to a thread If you were going to ride one motorcycle forever... in Automobiles, Boats, Bikes & Planes

These old Thumpers were a lot of fun. No battery, just a big blue can. I had a few others before my 75 Norton And my last bike was a new Intruder I had for 6 days before being run down. Sadly that was my last time on 2 wheels.

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March 22, 2023, 09:51 AM

Shadowfax replied to a thread Post a Picture, a Photograph, an Image, a Drawing.....That you like to share. in Cameras, Photography & Videography

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March 22, 2023, 09:47 AM

Shadowfax replied to a thread If you were going to ride one motorcycle forever... in Automobiles, Boats, Bikes & Planes

I thought it was going to be this one

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March 21, 2023, 12:22 PM

Mr Peabody replied to a thread New DAC is here!! in General Audio Discussion

Congrats. New gear is fun.

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March 20, 2023, 04:44 PM

Mechnutt replied to a thread New DAC is here!! in General Audio Discussion

Thats a great sounding DAC. I have 2 friends that bought it and it is fabulous. Congrats! Once it is broken in try some different tubes.

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March 20, 2023, 11:16 AM

Mr Peabody replied to a thread Hello from IL, USA in Introduce Yourself

Hello & welcome

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March 20, 2023, 11:13 AM

Mr Peabody replied to a thread Hello from Long Island NY in Introduce Yourself

Hello & welcome

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March 20, 2023, 07:14 AM

Shadowfax replied to a thread Hello from Long Island NY in Introduce Yourself

Welcome to the Shark Tank.

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March 20, 2023, 07:13 AM

Shadowfax replied to a thread Hello from IL, USA in Introduce Yourself

Welcome aboard!

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March 19, 2023, 05:07 PM

Shadowfax replied to a thread Hi from Spain! in Introduce Yourself

Welcome aboard, Enjoy your stay

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March 19, 2023, 03:56 PM

Mr Peabody replied to a thread Hey, all. Tom here. in Introduce Yourself

Hi Tom, welcome

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March 19, 2023, 03:38 PM

Mr Peabody replied to a thread Advice Needed; Axpona in one day in General Audio Discussion

I would hit the big rooms on bottom first, that's where some of the big systems are, then start at top down. It is also worth while checking the exhibit list to see if anything is there you for sure want to see. Some of the big systems are on the...

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March 19, 2023, 03:32 PM

Mr Peabody replied to a thread Hi from Spain! in Introduce Yourself

Hello & welcome

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March 18, 2023, 02:10 PM

Shadowfax replied to a thread Couple Subwoofer for Dummies questions in Subwoofers

Yes, I use the HT Bypass on my Lux to drive the Fynes, center, rears ans sub driven by the UIntegra

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March 18, 2023, 09:39 AM

Shadowfax replied to a thread Couple Subwoofer for Dummies questions in Subwoofers

Yes, but I am a Bass Head

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March 18, 2023, 09:16 AM

Shadowfax replied to a thread Couple Subwoofer for Dummies questions in Subwoofers

I am pretty much locked in for placement but I know about the crawl. I will review the rest of that link, thanks.

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March 18, 2023, 09:15 AM

Shadowfax replied to a thread Couple Subwoofer for Dummies questions in Subwoofers

In this case it would be a single RCA from the HT and the Speaker wire connections for Stereo. It looks like I may need to flip the Filter switch between ST and HT tho.

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March 18, 2023, 08:40 AM

Shadowfax started a thread Couple Subwoofer for Dummies questions in Subwoofers

Is it safe to use both inputs from different sources as long as you only use one at a time? I have a sub I use for HT and have been playing around trying to integrate it into my 2 CH system. How do you dial the sub in so it agrees with...

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March 18, 2023, 08:30 AM

Shadowfax replied to a thread Hey, all. Tom here. in Introduce Yourself

Welcome aboard, Enjoy your stay

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March 17, 2023, 09:17 AM

Shadowfax replied to a thread Exclusive worlds first review!!! in General Audio Discussion

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March 16, 2023, 01:08 PM

Shadowfax replied to a thread Finally at home in our new house! in General Audio Discussion

Awesome! Thanks for sharing

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March 16, 2023, 11:45 AM

Mr Peabody replied to a thread XLR's for bass? in Cables

As a side note some time ago I replaced a generic RCA cable from my processor to sub with a Transparent and the better cable did render improvement.

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March 16, 2023, 11:43 AM

Mr Peabody replied to a thread XLR's for bass? in Cables

It's a shame when anyone asks a cable question certain members can't resist trying to turn it into a cable debate. If you hear any difference in cables at all it would seem common sense to keep with same brand and level cables in a speaker for...

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March 16, 2023, 11:22 AM

Mr Peabody replied to a thread T+a dac 200 in Computer/Digital Audio

I have not heard it personally but a reviewer I know said it was very good, best he has heard under $10k, but who knows what's in the group he has, heard :) There was something about the other piece, I think it can be used with the 200, that was...

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March 15, 2023, 12:44 PM

Shadowfax replied to a thread Finally at home in our new house! in General Audio Discussion

Good luck with everything. Pics from the destination are in request :)

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