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  1. Capitol C

    Nice Animated Graphic on Music Sales by Category

    I came across a pretty way of presenting how music has sold by format, going back to 1973. https://www.aei.org/carpe-diem/animated-chart-of-the-day-recorded-music-sales-by-format-share-1973-to-2022/
  2. SimplySound

    Fidelizer experiences & insights

    Anyone using Fidelizer on their Media Server? I'm interested in all experiences and insights.
  3. S

    Can I Split HDMI ARC

    Hi, I have 3 soundbars with HDMI ARC inputs. I need to connect these 3 to one HDMI ARC input source. I do not have much knowledge in handling ARC though I have done normal HDMI splitting for normal TVs. Question: 1) Are there any HDMI ARC 1 to 2 or 1 to 4 HDMI ARC splitters in the market? 2)...
  4. Preston8452

    Power, Network, Connection, Which one matters the most to you?

    Hi guys, When it comes to sound quality, I've realized there're freaking many factors could affect it, some say the DAC is the paramount thing to be taken care of; some say the speakers are the real crucial part, given that you hear all the sounds from them, there's no certain right or wrong...
  5. K

    Help! DAC Suggestions for Cambridge Audio CXC-V2?

    Hello AK, I'm a bit of a noob to world of Hi-Fi. I started building my system about a year ago now. My brother-in-law gave me a JVC XL-FZ258 5-disc changer he picked up from an employer. It didn't look like it had ever been used, the price was right (free!) and it has proved to be a...
  6. zinda

    Your thoughts on DSP units, I have my own conclusions

    Recently there's been lots of talk involving DSPs to put the cherry on top of a system so to speak. Using it mostly as I saw for subwoofers and room correction. I had an opportunity to get full use out if one of these so I figured why not? My system uses a pre amp, dual 25 band eq (with...
  7. S

    Headphone vinyl setup recommendations :)

    Hi there I’m moving to an apartment for grad school and I am selling most of my gear and leaving the rest for my dad. I am only keeping a Beyer dt 990 and fiio e10k. Need some recommendations pls and thanks!! I want to do a headphone listening setup to play vinyl (and stream). I am also handy...
  8. tlite

    Most noticeable DAC upgrade over a Chromecast Audio

    Nope. I don't need it. But might want it. Lots of DAC vs. Chroemast DAC threads out there. Not trying to rehash the insanity. Just want to know what DAC's y'all think truly sound better to the naked (nude, dare I say) human ear. Graphs and charts are fine- but I'm more looking for, "yeah...
  9. Raphaz

    Analogue vs Digital, Vintage vs New, Mono vs Stereo vs Surround…

    Hi everyone, This may be a bit of a broad topic. There are so many options out there when it comes to listening gear! I currently struggle a bit to make sound (pun intended) decisions. I’d love to hear how other people go about it, and I’m hoping to learn a thing or two along the way. My...
  10. richersounds

    Do i need a dac?

    Hi all. Have been thinking about getting a dac. I have one available to me nearby at a good price. A small schitt. But i have a very basic question. Do i actually need one? The sources i use are pc. Tablet and sometimes my cell. A little reading and one thing keeps popping up. These devices...
  11. B

    Alexa (Echo) > DAC > Receiver: Any good solutions?

    I want to stream amazon HD music and control it with alex, is there a good dac that can take bluetooth input? or an alex device that can output digital?
  12. D

    Have some fun with Arylic streaming amps

    I’m a bit of a lurker hear but I thought I would add some to the community. I have been playing with the Arylic do it yourself streaming amps and have been quite impressed so far so I decided to do some videos and put these on a web page I have. There’s really all kinds of things you can do...
  13. lattiboy

    Showcase songs and albums for a digital audio system?

    Hi all, I primarily use Tidal, but since getting a fancier DAC (Topping DX7s) I’m expanding my FLAC collection. If I’m going to go to all this trouble, I thought I’d ask specifically what albums or songs really show off a good digital audio system. I’m guessing detail or subtle harmonic stuff...
  14. zooba72

    Feeding two Amps/Pre-Amps from a single PC ?

    Hi Everyone! Merry Christmas ! I'm looking for a solution whereby my PC would feed two different stereo systems simultaneously. The machine I'm considering using has two digital outs; SPDIF and Optical - The preferred approach would be to simpy connect cables to both of these outputs to feed...
  15. A

    How much tolerance do you have for distortion in digital audio?

    I was listening to a CD rip of a Vivaldi choral work when I heard horrible crackling distortion in the right channel when the sopranos would sing high notes. Re-rips and various tests confirm that this is built into the recording. I tossed the CD. As a vinyl fan, I accept that some distortion...
  16. Tin Bird

    TEAC NR-7CD

    Anyone have any experience w this unit? Overall sound quality? It is a very, very beautiful piece and I will be receiving one that I have ordered within a week or so. I have read several online reviews that were quite positive, but wanted to get anyone else's opinion that has heard/owned one...
  17. Gibixx

    Marantz NR1607 stuck in "update retry"

    Hello everyone, I have subscribed to this forum because many people posted problems similar to mine, finding solutions. I have bought today a marantz nr1607 surround amplifier/ receiver from a flea market. The price was suspicious, but for a mere 15€ price, i decided to risk it. The unit turns...
  18. vinylvirgin

    Need a new battery door for a Marantz PMD-660 digital recorder

    The plastic clasps on my PMD-660's battery cover have worn out. (I use rechargeable batteries with the unit, and am constantly swapping new ones in and out). I've hit up Google. Nothing. I've called up Marantz's official parts distributor. Sorry, out of stock. I don't want to throw away a...
  19. bkall

    EAD Encore Ovation4

    does anyone know about Ead encore ovation 4. I just got two these. I believe they convert digital to analog. I have not been able to find anything out about the unit.Ead by bkall posted Jun 4, 2018 at 5:50 PM
  20. ClayTune

    Are Re-Mastered Vinyl true Analog?

    This may (Or may not) be an absurd question but, I was wondering if remastered vinyl could be considered true analog since some parts of the 'remaster' are done digitally? I have noticed some original pressings sound quite amazing, when in NM condition and on a decent turntable and Cart. And I...
  21. Bosphrous

    CD Player to EQ connection

    I am finally asking a question that I have had for years, but never really had a good reason to ask (still don't): Why is my CD player output unaffected by my equalizer? My cassette deck has full access to the functions of the equalizer, but my CD player ignores it. Is it a analog/digital...
  22. D

    JVC T-Xx tuners

    So there's a big JVC thread elsewhere that's probably a good source of this kind of model-specific info, but I thought I'd start here. I've been scouring the globe for a tuner to match my A-X2 integrated -- namely a T-X1 (analog) or T-X2 (digital). They evidently don't exist in North America, or...
  23. S

    Advice needed: How to connect computer to Yamaha RX-V757?

    Hey there! I'm pretty fresh in the audio world and I'm just getting started in building home set-up. I have a pair of Monitor Bronze 3 speakers already and an HP Pavillion x360 for my music (I have a massive lossless digital library). I just need a receiver/DAC. There is a Yamaha RX-V757 for...
  24. davstev

    My Denon DCD-1520 vs. all CD players on the planet earth

    Hi all, I have been a dedicated vinyl enthusiast for years, and have also always kept a smaller collection of CD's. I am not a vinyl snob to the extent that I dismiss CD's, in fact I quite like them for many reasons and want to grow my CD collection. My CD player is a Denon DCD-1520, found in...
  25. Tin Bird

    Yamaha A-U671 Stereo Amplifier

    Anyone know anything about this new Yamaha amp. Certainly looks sleek and cool. Have seen several sites that have noted the 10% THD which has folks guessing whether it's a typo or the watts have been exaggerated. Thoughts?
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