Ideal Network for Audio?

[Germanboxers]

Guys - I could use your help. Soon I will receive an MSB Reference DAC with renderv2 module. My network/music room setup can be seen in the attached image. Is there improvement that can be had by changing/configuring my network differently? Any other thoughts?

Thanks,

Jordan

 

[UltraFast69]

I would consider a Gigafoil between your switch powered with a LPS and cables then later replacing the very good Cisco switch you have with an audio grade switch - you have some nice stuff, no turning back [emoji851]


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[Germanboxers]

I would consider a Gigafoil between your switch powered with a LPS and cables then later replacing the very good Cisco switch you have with an audio grade switch - you have some nice stuff, no turning back [emoji851]


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Thanks, Ultrafast. I also have a TPLink optical isolator that I could insert between Cisco switch and MSB if it would be capable to drive the 40-50ft of Ethernet between switch and MSB.

the Cisco switch is a large 48 port managed switch, but i’m Not using any of the managed features and probably only have 10 devices using it, though most of the ports are filled with lines from rooms that don’t have devices attached.

 

[UltraFast69]

Thanks, Ultrafast. I also have a TPLink optical isolator that I could insert between Cisco switch and MSB if it would be capable to drive the 40-50ft of Ethernet between switch and MSB.

the Cisco switch is a large 48 port managed switch, but i’m Not using any of the managed features and probably only have 10 devices using it, though most of the ports are filled with lines from rooms that don’t have devices attached.

Being cost effective, I would not hesitate placing the TPlink setup to learn the results, there should be no issue with distance mentioned using equal lengths of cable.

From my understanding, MSB likes the less is more approach for maximum benefits - noise is the enemy.

 

[brad225]

I am also sentenced to a life with Frontier from Verizon also.

In my system I have a coax from the OLN on the outside of the house directly to my music room. There is is converted to ethernet cable signal via an ActionTec device. There it connects to a network switch feeding my Synology NSA and Laptop.

In your case it would feed your MSB and keep all of the other Frontier equipment out of the loop. Granted your on a network still potentially using the router to control storage or laptop though. When I eliminated the router from the direct signal to my room it was a very noticeable improvement.

 

[UltraFast69]

I recently updated my wired network and extremely happy with the results.

Incoming Modem and Netgear router are now powered with a Keces P8 12V Linear power supply. A Belden cable spanning 30’ runs to the music room and feeds my AQVOX SE audio switch.

Note: AQVox recommends using the included power supply over upgrades, even their own upgrades.

Nordost Heimdell RJ45 cabling out of the AQVox SE feeds a Gigafoil V4 optical filter, powered by a Keces P3 linear power supply, then Nordost Heimdell RJ45 feeds the Aurender N10.

Each power supply is fitted with Nordost Red Dawn power cables and Ghent Audio just built the DC cords with 20 AWG OFC cable with gold tipped connectors, and expecting those next week.

All improvements were cumulative removing noise and enhancing the timbre and dynamics of sound complimenting all other aspects of what I put together for a system.

I started first with the AQVox, then grounded it with Nordost QKore - great results

Then added the DJM Gigafoil V4 powered by the Keces P3. The Gigafoil settled after placement tests between the Aurender and the AQVox switch - further greatness

Phased in the Keces P8 for the separate Modem and Router upon execution - even further greatness, and if results improve with break in, then I’m going to need oxygen






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[Nikhil]

Guys - I could use your help. Soon I will receive an MSB Reference DAC with renderv2 module. My network/music room setup can be seen in the attached image. Is there improvement that can be had by changing/configuring my network differently? Any other thoughts?

Thanks,

Jordan

Two things that made a significant improvement in my digital network:

1. Switching to Cat7 cable removed a background "hash" to the sound.
The better shielding in the Cat7 provides a better signal to noise ratio.

2. The Array Solutions AC Line Filter
https://www.arraysolutions.com/ac-7
This is a really neat AC filter that originates from the ham radio world.
Cleans up noise injected back into the wall by computers, TVs etc.

 

[Germanboxers]

Thanks, Nikhil. That looks like an affordable, well-made device to prevent grunge back on the line.