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February 16, 2022, 04:19 AM
Thread: Taiko Extreme Review
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Re: Taiko Extreme Review
Just to add that the new software release for Taiko SGM Extreme produces results that are uncanny.
It actually changes my perspective on the importance of software in digital reproduction. Similar,... -
January 10, 2022, 11:10 AM
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Re: Wadax Reference Dac and Reference Server arrive
Congratulations Mike and a great deal of gratitude for sharing your experience!
With kind regards, GN
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December 9, 2021, 04:14 AM
Thread: Mike's system
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Re: Mike's system
The gamechanger within the Statement is the preamp. Some people have made the upgrade just like that and are reporting great results.
I agree fully on Shunyata fit with Naim - the uplift in... -
May 28, 2021, 07:26 AM
Thread: Jay's Audio Journey
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Re: Jay's Audio Journey
Exactly to the point @a.wayne - is that not what we all do?
Thanks Jay for sharing your journey, it is definitely thought provoking.
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April 13, 2021, 04:12 AM
Thread: Taiko Extreme
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Re: Taiko Extreme
I am in full agreement with the comments above, both on the Taiko Extreme uplift and then an additional level up with the USB card.
In my system (MSB Select II with ProISL, Shunyata Omega USB, and... -
January 13, 2021, 05:19 AM
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Re: Shunyata Research Announces Everest
Let me add that Everest has lifted the performance of my Naim Statement/ MSB Select system. It was a very worthwhile addition. Thank you Caelin and the entire Shunyata team. Best, GN
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November 19, 2020, 06:21 AM
Thread: Shunyata Omega USB
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Re: Shunyata Omega USB
@Mike - how does it compare to their Sigma USB cable?
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August 23, 2020, 03:53 AM
Thread: MSB Select II
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Re: MSB Select II
For what it is worth, I have both the Renderer and ProISL input modules in Select II, being fed from a Nucleus+, playing through a Naim Statement, so with a preamp.
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October 21, 2019, 04:32 AM
Thread: NAIM 500 series
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Re: NAIM 500 series
Hi Mike! First of all, congrats on bringing Naim into your stable!
I am a big fan, and have been for many years.
As I have the fortune of enjoying a Statement amp, I have auditioned a number of... -
May 24, 2019, 06:01 AM
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Re: Anyone interested in some Ethernet cable evaluation info?
Please do, it is always interesting and from my perspective, very valuable information. Thank you for sharing!
Best, GN -
May 6, 2019, 06:48 AM
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Re: CH Precision Announces New 10 Series
I apologize for jumping into a CH Precision thread, however I felt it worthwhile mentioning that I have also tested MSB Select direct vs through a preamp, and preferred the sound including the...
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March 14, 2019, 11:15 AM
Thread: MSB Pro USB
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Re: MSB Pro USB
Thank you, Mike for your findings, which are very interesting!
Having a well isolated ethernet switch connected with cables one finds satisfying to the MSB renderer seems to be the ticket for now...... -
March 13, 2019, 05:33 AM
Thread: MSB Pro USB
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Re: MSB Pro USB
Mike, do let us know how you get on!
It seems that we in Europe will get them soonest around the Munich show. Can't wait!
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September 13, 2018, 05:38 AM
Thread: NAIM Uniti Core
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Re: NAIM Uniti Core
I have UnitiCore as a core (sic) of my system, together with Nucleus+. It is perfect! All the best!!
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July 15, 2018, 02:26 PM
Thread: MSB Select II
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Re: MSB Select II
Thank you, Mike L, for the suggestion!
I will most certainly try it out like that and report back with the outcome.
With the new speaker and streaming cables coming in, it is a great summer of... -
July 15, 2018, 12:30 PM
Thread: MSB Select II
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Re: MSB Select II
I see - looked good in my browser - thanks for the correction!
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July 8, 2018, 06:32 AM
Thread: MSB Select II
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Re: MSB Select II
Thank you Mike, Francisco, and Flemming!
My experience with Goebel has been less than ideal - several of my approaches went unanswered. While I really admire and appreciate their approach and... -
July 8, 2018, 02:40 AM
Thread: MSB Select II
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Re: MSB Select II
Did I do something wrong while posting a picture? I am not very good at that...
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July 7, 2018, 12:41 PM
Thread: MSB Select II
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Re: MSB Select II
Thanks Mike! I have found that the combination of Naim UnitiCore, Nucleus+ and MSB Select II is exceding my very high expectations. Both in playback of locally stored redbook, HiRes and DSD files, as...
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July 7, 2018, 06:52 AM
Thread: MSB Select II
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Re: MSB Select II
I can also add that Tidal -> Nucleus+ w/SSD -> MSB Renderer Mk2 -> MSB Select II is producing amazing results.
I spent the whole night awake going through the MQA catalogue on Tidal.
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May 23, 2018, 07:12 AM
Thread: Hi from Utrecht, the Netherlands
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Re: Hi from Utrecht, the Netherlands
Hello from another European!
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May 12, 2018, 01:58 PM
Thread: Select 2 DAC vs dCS Vivaldi
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Re: Select 2 DAC vs dCS Vivaldi
Kudos Cincy2 for a clear opinion. I can only second it, and I voted with my wallet having heard both systems.
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May 12, 2018, 08:41 AM
Thread: Verity Audio Otello Speakers
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Re: Verity Audio Otello Speakers
Verity had a superb sound in Munich. When one takes the price point into consideration, they are punching well above their weight.
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May 12, 2018, 07:31 AM
Thread: Munich High End 2018
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Re: Munich High End 2018
Kawero had the best sound for chamber classical music. It was unbelievable. Not so sure it would do well with Daft Punk.
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May 12, 2018, 02:56 AM
Thread: Munich High End 2018
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Re: Munich High End 2018
Exactly. I understand that some people prefer ported, but for me there is no contest.
Although, I have to admit that the new PMC sounded super impressive. I would like to hear that speaker with...
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Ok, thanks very much for the quick response.
Esoteric DAC type, DSD or PCM?