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March 2, 2024, 11:36 PM
Thread: PC's "Simply Better" System
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Re: PC's "Simply Better" System
Nice system... love the table :).
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January 25, 2024, 12:37 PM
Thread: On the future of Roon...
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Re: On the future of Roon...
And I am finding just the opposite. I guess all the other components and gear contribute to the overall experience. Having all your music on a NAS is a big hit, lower-level processors, cpu, ram and...
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January 22, 2024, 12:07 PM
Thread: On the future of Roon...
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I agree on the premise of your post but disagree in that Apple works every time. I helped my buddy work through his setup using his Apple when I stayed with him prior to retirement. It was...
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January 22, 2024, 08:34 AM
Thread: On the future of Roon...
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I remember those days before Windows 95 version 2; the first OS to introduce USB. Times before were "interesting"; having to set your comm ports, and Config.sys file, and autoexec.bat files to move...
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January 20, 2024, 12:52 PM
Thread: Go Figure... Tubes
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Re: Go Figure... Tubes
Nope... some thunderstorms of course. I think Florida has had more Tornados than Wichita since we have been here :). Actually, Wichita does not have a history of Tornados... South in Oklahoma seems...
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January 20, 2024, 08:11 AM
Thread: Go Figure... Tubes
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Re: Go Figure... Tubes
I am kind of liking the central US so far. I lived East (Upstate NY), and West Coast (Central Coast of California), but Wichita seems pretty nice. Big enough to get you most everything (except for...
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January 19, 2024, 09:31 PM
Thread: Reference 8b
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Re: Reference 8b
I personally would doubt you will get a better match to your Reference 5s than the matching Reference 8b sub. KEF does indeed make some really good subs. I am constantly amazed at how good the tiny...
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January 19, 2024, 09:14 PM
Thread: Schiit Jotunheim 2
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Re: Schiit Jotunheim 2
This is my point. It all comes down to what works best for each of our needs and desires. When I give opinions, it is purely based on my wants and desires. I do try to give my reasoning for why I...
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January 19, 2024, 08:41 AM
Thread: Schiit Jotunheim 2
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I hope you enjoy it. My biggest issue with the Lyr+ is that it is single ended only. I will not consider a headphone amp that is not fully balanced at this point in time.
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January 19, 2024, 06:59 AM
Thread: New amplifier on its way!
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Re: New amplifier on its way!
Thank you Steve. We call it the music room; however, our two Bengals believe they own it :).
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January 18, 2024, 09:52 PM
Thread: McIntosh MI502
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Re: McIntosh MI502
After talking with McIntosh techs, I decided to go with their standard line A/B amplifiers. He said that the Class D amps are nice, but for a music only system the standard line A/B amplifiers sound...
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January 18, 2024, 09:47 PM
Thread: Noise from MM Input - C2600 Preamp
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Re: Noise from MM Input - C2600 Preamp
Very glad it worked for you. I would have given McIntosh a quick call. They answer their phones are amazingly helpful! I am sure they would have told you the same thing. Knowing them they might...
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January 18, 2024, 09:34 PM
Thread: New amplifier on its way!
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Re: New amplifier on its way!
It has been a while so I thought I would check in and say how amazing the McIntosh gear is. For me they are the system I have always wanted. Sure, some of their higher models would be nice, but my...
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January 18, 2024, 09:58 AM
Thread: Mp2500r sacd
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Re: Mp2500r sacd
I am not sure what you mean by DSD via USB being an issue. DSD through USB has always worked perfect for me. You might be referring to using a Windows based machine versus open-source Linux that...
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January 18, 2024, 09:41 AM
Thread: What's your office system?
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Re: What's your office system?
Now that I am retired, I do not spend as much time in my office in the new house. It is mainly for doing bills or using the computer. However, I do have a pair of B&W MM1 powered speakers attached...
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January 16, 2024, 05:38 PM
Thread: On the future of Roon...
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Re: On the future of Roon...
Hmmm, sounds a bit like HQPlayer to me :P.
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January 16, 2024, 02:33 PM
Thread: On the future of Roon...
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Re: On the future of Roon...
Ah, got ya. You are actually considering a change in operating system. I know some people claim that Linux sounds better because of less processes running then Windows. I am not a huge fan of...
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January 16, 2024, 09:19 AM
Thread: New photos of Randy's system ...
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Re: New photos of Randy's system ...
Your Abyss are highly regarded and, in many publications, considered the finest headphone that money can buy. They would be my dream; however, my Diana's are their close baby sister :). They can...
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January 16, 2024, 09:07 AM
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Re: What are some of your favorite tracks for Headphones?
Chesky binaural recording. Recorded in old church on a rainy day. There are parts where you can hear the rain. This and Melissa's pretty amazing voice!
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January 16, 2024, 09:02 AM
Thread: On the future of Roon...
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Re: On the future of Roon...
I am a bit confused. You are concerned with reports of better sounding software, but when looking for a new headless server you want it to run Roon Core??? Roon Core is the Roon Server software......
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January 16, 2024, 08:54 AM
Thread: On the future of Roon...
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Re: On the future of Roon...
Whenever I see anything Apple related in a digital setup I cringe. First off I am not a fan of the company (really don't want me to go on my rant)... but most importantly when Apple gets their hands...
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January 15, 2024, 11:16 PM
Thread: New photos of Randy's system ...
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Re: New photos of Randy's system ...
Do you power the Abyss AB1266 with the Schiit Lyr+ amplifier? That is awesome that the Schiit amps can power such amazing high-end headphones! In my view they are the finest headphone on the market!
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January 15, 2024, 11:03 PM
Thread: Go Figure... Tubes
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Re: Go Figure... Tubes
I have not opened the windows once since being here in Wichita. Either both furnaces are heating or both ACs are cooling :).
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January 15, 2024, 04:59 PM
Thread: New photos of Randy's system ...
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Re: New photos of Randy's system ...
Thank you... she is my baby, and she loves sharing the recliner with me and listening to music. She also has her own chair in the music room :). If you are not familiar with Bengals they are...
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January 15, 2024, 01:06 PM
Thread: On the future of Roon...
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Re: On the future of Roon...
I have used Roon pretty much since it first came out. Love the interface and meta data. Sonically... not sure, I hand off the playback engine from Roon to HQPlayer. I up sample everything and my...
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The original BD "Dunkirk" has a known defect where the audio cuts out on loud battle scenes. It's been corrected on the 4k version. I've had maybe 1% defective discs out of about 500 or so,...
Has anybody here received NEW...