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05-07-2013,
04:01 PM
kennyb123
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Audirvana 1.5 Beta
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I'm assuming from this that you don't use upsampling in A+? I offer this as an example where many of us accept not having bit perfect output as...
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05-06-2013,
05:27 PM
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Illegal To Resell Downloads?
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I completely agree with this. I should point out that Society of Sound is a great way to be introduced to unfamiliar music in better-than-CD sound...
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05-02-2013,
05:11 PM
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Mains/Power Cables
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Exactly right. Upgrading the AC outlet feeding my system delivered a far larger improvement that it should have given the price. Possibly the...
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17 replies | 750 view(s)
05-02-2013,
12:01 PM
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Ayre wants $1.5K for DSD'ed QB-9
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DAC - Digital to Analog Conversion
I have many vinyl LPs that are anything but euphonic sounding. I'd imagine there are thousands of such LPs out there. There’s nothing euphoric...
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167 replies | 7475 view(s)
05-01-2013,
06:00 PM
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Mytek Stereo 192
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I thought this might be of interest to some of you Mytek owners... What you see in the photo is my Mytek DAC resting on a Stillpoints cones that...
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05-01-2013,
05:20 PM
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Mains/Power Cables
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This has been my experience as well.
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04-11-2013,
03:58 PM
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IE10 on Windows 8 <Enter> Key
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Glad to hear that worked for you. It's a good idea to keep an eye out for Compatibility View icon in the address bar as this can often remedy odd...
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7 replies | 388 view(s)
04-09-2013,
03:21 PM
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Ayre wants $1.5K for DSD'ed QB-9
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DAC - Digital to Analog Conversion
I got a laugh out of what he wrote - and I think that may have been the intention. Depending on the cost of upgrading and the time it will take to...
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167 replies | 7475 view(s)
04-09-2013,
03:10 PM
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iTunes, move media folder or entire iTunes folder to external HD?
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Software
I've had success in the past by following Apple's guidance listed under "External drive" in this document: iTunes: How to move your music to a new...
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21 replies | 771 view(s)
04-05-2013,
01:15 PM
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New Chord QuteHD DSD and 384/32 Capable DAC
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Yes I know that it's just not about the better power cord. I shouldn't have made that point as it digressed from the main point I wanted to make. ...
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04-05-2013,
10:45 AM
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New Chord QuteHD DSD and 384/32 Capable DAC
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Ideally that same manufacturer should also make available an optional external power supply for an additional cost. Unless I'm missing something,...
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04-04-2013,
12:52 AM
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IE10 on Windows 8 <Enter> Key
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Try putting IE in Compatibility Mode.
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7 replies | 388 view(s)
03-29-2013,
01:18 PM
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Input on first NAS for computer audio
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I purchased a DS212j last summer, but ran out of space more quickly than I anticipated. I ended up buying a DS413 a few months ago. I would suggest...
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03-28-2013,
02:37 PM
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For those new to DSD, like me; Cookie Marenco and Michael Bishop about DSD
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So as to not to further derail this thread, I will post my findings to the existing Mytek thread. I might not be able to get to it today though.
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03-28-2013,
12:48 PM
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For those new to DSD, like me; Cookie Marenco and Michael Bishop about DSD
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I upgraded from the Minerva to the Mytek. I mostly agree with what Ted wrote, but I would go further and say that in my system it was also no...
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46 replies | 2249 view(s)
03-28-2013,
11:40 AM
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Meridian Explorer as DAC on par with Ayre QB9???!!
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I just wanted to rule out what might have been holding things back. What I've observed is that a system can be no stronger than its weakest link. ...
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03-27-2013,
10:55 AM
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Meridian Explorer as DAC on par with Ayre QB9???!!
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DAC - Digital to Analog Conversion
That's very likely your problem. iTunes may be maxing out what you can hear from your music, leaving both DACs sounding nearly the same. Download...
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27 replies | 2272 view(s)
03-26-2013,
09:12 PM
kennyb123
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Meridian Explorer as DAC on par with Ayre QB9???!!
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DAC - Digital to Analog Conversion
What software are you using for playback?
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03-20-2013,
01:12 PM
kennyb123
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Yes The Yes Album HDTracks
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Audiophile Downloads
Thanks for providing your perspective on this Barry. Much appreciated!! Who makes the ultimate call as to how much the highs should be boosted...
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45 replies | 1670 view(s)
03-20-2013,
12:16 PM
kennyb123
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Yes The Yes Album HDTracks
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This is a good point. The MoFi does venture into different territory in terms of frequency balance - particularly in the bass. I love the way...
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03-20-2013,
10:57 AM
kennyb123
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Yes The Yes Album HDTracks
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Audiophile Downloads
So it sound like the only reason you feel that HDT version "sounds better then the MoFi" is because you feel that some compression was used on the...
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03-20-2013,
01:04 AM
kennyb123
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SACD ripping using your PS3 (part 2)
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Software
Larry you can borrow my Mytek if you'd like. I'll send you a PM. Ken
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03-20-2013,
12:59 AM
kennyb123
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Yes The Yes Album HDTracks
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Audiophile Downloads
This is very well said and nearly aligns with with my take on these two. You are absolutely correct about tonality and dynamics on the MoFi. I...
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03-18-2013,
09:21 PM
kennyb123
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Yes The Yes Album HDTracks
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Can you expound on this? Why do you feel it sounds better? I preferred the MoFi and posted my thoughts here and here.
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03-18-2013,
05:52 PM
kennyb123
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Audirvana 1.4
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With each improvement to A+, my impression has been that the sound has been becoming increasingly neutral. A+ just seems to be just getting better...
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1264 replies | 99114 view(s)
03-17-2013,
11:50 PM
kennyb123
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Mytek Stereo 192
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DAC - Digital to Analog Conversion
A+ plays DSD files flawlessly through my Mytek connected by FW. You should try the free trial of A+. I think you will be surprised by how well it...
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03-16-2013,
07:17 PM
kennyb123
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Current Mytek Stereo 192 Firewire drivers & DSD
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My SACD rips play flawlessly in Audirvana Plus and my Mytek is connected via FireWire.
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03-14-2013,
01:40 PM
kennyb123
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Yes Close To The Edge HDTracks
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I hear no top end at all from the HDTracks 24/192 of "Going For The One". So very likely this really was a flat transfer.
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03-12-2013,
09:58 PM
kennyb123
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Audirvana 1.4
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This was exactly what I was thinking. I shuffle songs in Smart Playlists a lot - and have never had an issue related to these in particular. ...
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1264 replies | 99114 view(s)
03-11-2013,
08:35 PM
kennyb123
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SACD ripping using your PS3 (part 2)
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Software
Thanks for posting that list Ted. I didn't know this was possible.
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Audio System
Music Server(s):
Mac mini
Music Server Operating System:
Mac OS X 10.8 (Mountain Lion)
Preferred Digital Interface(s):
FireWire
Digital to Analog Converter(s):
Mytek Stereo 192 DSD DAC
Preamplifier:
Spectral DMC-30S
Amplifier(s):
Spectral DMA-150Mk2
Loudspeakers:
Aerial 10T
Interconnects:
MiT Oracle V3.2
Loudspeaker Cables:
MIT Oracle V3 biwire
Power Cables:
Nordost Brahma
Remote Control(s):
Apple IR remote
Remote Control Apps:
Apple iOS Remote app
Miscellaneous:
Stillpoints under everything
Dream System:
Spectral electronics driving Avalon speakers
About Me
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Kirkland, WA
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Last Activity
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Audio System
Music Server(s):
Mac mini
Music Server Operating System:
Mac OS X 10.8 (Mountain Lion)
Preferred Digital Interface(s):
FireWire
Digital to Analog Converter(s):
Mytek Stereo 192 DSD DAC
Preamplifier:
Spectral DMC-30S
Amplifier(s):
Spectral DMA-150Mk2
Loudspeakers:
Aerial 10T
Interconnects:
MiT Oracle V3.2
Loudspeaker Cables:
MIT Oracle V3 biwire
Power Cables:
Nordost Brahma
Remote Control(s):
Apple IR remote
Remote Control Apps:
Apple iOS Remote app
Miscellaneous:
Stillpoints under everything
Dream System:
Spectral electronics driving Avalon speakers
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