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1: RE: For sure .... (8.68)
Posted by bullethead on 2014-11-30, 20:51:55 (173.68.58.101)
thanks, if you can record at least 24/96 PCM WAV that would be a + :) thanks brother... here's a link to my thrown up lunch .......
2: RE: Oh please, Bullethead! (8.68)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-08-18, 13:49:34 (71.125.33.32)
could be AI (artificial intelligence) too. .......
3: thanks, ... (8.03)
Posted by bullethead on 2016-06-26, 09:34:42 (108.14.40.252)
I'm not on Facebook however, but it is cool stuff to get the atmosphere I know what you mean, that was recorded with an ipad however, nothing fancy.... that track is something I made, called "graduati .......
4: forgive me. it is happy hour (7.97)
Posted by bullethead on 2014-02-14, 15:34:12 (108.41.115.249)
Haha. Bad member Bullethead .......
5: I'm going. Now, a medical question for..... Bullethead? (7.89)
Posted by jbrrp1 on 2013-10-08, 19:42:13 (216.17.86.16)
Does anyone know how an out of state visitor can get reliably medicated in Denver? Like Bullethead did with his Chocolope? .......
6: RE: Talk to bullethead...... (7.73)
Posted by bullethead on 2016-11-11, 09:54:38 (100.33.132.82)
Hey man, been listening to the grey wolves. They got more grey hair than I do, .......
7: mog (7.51)
Posted by bullethead on 2012-07-07, 04:31:20 (108.41.115.250)
You should also check out mog.com that's what I use instead of Spotify. Once I found out about Mog I cancelled my Spotify subscription. I'm old too (thirty four) and still like having the CD myself, b .......
8: RE: What you are talking about is holographic recording... (7.49)
Posted by bullethead on 2016-04-30, 16:36:05 (108.14.40.252)
Ok. Never mind then. The other recordings I have were all straight to a mixing board. Let me see if I can find a link to MP3, won't sound as good but here you go .......
9: RE: studio plan here (7.12)
Posted by bullethead on 2019-02-14, 06:23:17 (71.105.116.25)
Hey will, here's what I am using with the Bluesound and the Vega, linked below: .......
10: A Harbeth review (6.75)
Posted by Bill the K on 2018-04-30, 00:39:04 (223.228.134.98)
Roaming through the Harbeth speaker site I saw an AA review of Harbeth 7 speaker by inmate bullethead being used in the write up. Do AA charge any royalties on behalf of bullethead or did Harbeth take .......
11: thanks, it is a zafu... turntable is... (6.28)
Posted by bullethead on 2012-12-01, 13:09:13 (98.116.102.137)
The turntable is a Pro-Ject debut 3, pro-ject motor controller and phono pre. I have about 40 records, so not too crazy expensive nor is it used that often. Between the speakers is a meditation mat an .......
12: RE: "'artsy' poetic like" - or idiotic? (5.66)
Posted by Rob Doorack on 2009-08-17, 09:45:51 (170.202.22.1)
I'm not apologizing for linking to the shocking graphic. I have a multiracial family and my kids will be dealing with racism and stupid racists all of their lives. Bullethead's "digital racists" phras .......
13: oh (5.44)
Posted by bullethead on 2010-03-29, 16:50:07 (74.101.135.128)
. .......
14: C then (5.20)
Posted by bullethead on 2010-03-29, 16:50:59 (74.101.135.128)
. .......
15: Here it is currently (any better?) (5.20)
Posted by bullethead on 2016-02-14, 08:36:42 (108.14.40.252)
. .......
16: never again (5.20)
Posted by bullethead on 2019-01-16, 10:32:51 (71.105.116.25)
Never again, never again 1, never again 2. Not doing 3. .......
17: yep (5.20)
Posted by bullethead on 2013-03-16, 13:08:01 (173.68.61.124)
I believe I'm done now however ;) .......
18: no one wants it (nt). (5.15)
Posted by bullethead on 2013-03-28, 17:10:53 (173.68.61.124)
. .......
19: RE: Ok if I ask? (5.15)
Posted by bullethead on 2014-02-18, 19:57:18 (108.41.115.249)
it has got to be EMI. .......
20: RE: Are we nuts? (5.15)
Posted by bullethead on 2014-12-07, 20:06:21 (173.68.58.101)
He must know something. .......
21: RE: 2 things... (5.15)
Posted by bullethead on 2014-12-18, 07:42:03 (173.68.58.101)
Thanks. Will do. .......
22: RE: yep (5.15)
Posted by bullethead on 2014-12-28, 08:03:05 (173.68.58.101)
let me know what you think when you get it. .......
23: RE: Without Aliens (5.15)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-03-21, 09:36:25 (108.27.17.93)
you must know too :) .......
24: all my stuff (5.15)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-07-03, 10:22:45 (108.29.158.46)
. .......
25: also here's some more links (5.15)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-07-03, 10:39:53 (108.29.158.46)
. .......
26: there are many (5.15)
Posted by bullethead on 2016-05-25, 17:43:23 (108.14.40.252)
too many to name over the years, :) .......
27: +1 (nt) (5.15)
Posted by bullethead on 2017-07-06, 15:21:53 (108.29.164.195)
. .......
28: 3:26 AM (5.15)
Posted by bullethead on 2017-11-14, 00:24:43 (108.29.164.195)
. .......
29: Yep (5.15)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-07-13, 06:02:36 (71.105.155.166)
Definitely. .......
30: Whoever or whatever it is, they must be really Bored (5.15)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-08-18, 13:26:51 (71.125.33.32)
:) .......
31: no (nt) (5.15)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-09-20, 05:34:31 (100.38.76.33)
. .......
32: sorry I need better cables (5.15)
Posted by bullethead on 2001-08-14, 17:59:47 (24.164.129.187)
I figured it out, I need better speaker cable. .......
33: I apologize (nt) (5.09)
Posted by bullethead on 2008-11-21, 11:20:35 (173.68.58.46)
. .......
34: wow (5.09)
Posted by bullethead on 2009-07-26, 12:38:30 (71.190.145.244)
Wired! .......
35: I second that (5.09)
Posted by bullethead on 2009-12-25, 19:12:01 (173.68.61.124)
Easy to use, she will love it. .......
36: beautiful (nt) (5.09)
Posted by bullethead on 2010-04-01, 10:19:18 (72.68.224.140)
. .......
37: i agree (5.09)
Posted by bullethead on 2010-04-24, 05:54:00 (173.68.55.61)
"Toward the within" is fantastic to say the least! .......
38: women (nt) (5.09)
Posted by bullethead on 2012-09-08, 03:46:21 (70.192.66.44)
$$$$$$$$$$ .......
39: RE: something like this? (5.09)
Posted by NeilYoungster on 2013-01-12, 13:05:32 (68.12.196.67)
Thanks Bullethead! That should do the job. .......
40: that is correct (nt) (5.09)
Posted by bullethead on 2013-08-26, 07:58:36 (173.68.100.149)
. .......
41: my hifi is not my wingman that's for sure... (5.09)
Posted by bullethead on 2014-07-26, 19:44:10 (173.68.54.85)
... .......
42: RE: Seeing that pile of ashes (5.09)
Posted by bullethead on 2014-09-06, 11:46:55 (74.108.106.81)
looks like this. .......
43: thanks (5.09)
Posted by bullethead on 2014-09-06, 14:44:07 (74.108.106.81)
thanks a lot, I couldn't see it! .......
44: yep (5.09)
Posted by bullethead on 2014-11-26, 18:33:53 (173.68.58.101)
I like using the calculator. .......
45: Les (5.09)
Posted by bullethead on 2014-12-31, 10:35:12 (173.68.58.101)
understands .......
46: Nice (5.09)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-01-24, 09:11:46 (108.27.17.93)
thanks, looks great. .......
47: As you read this (5.09)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-05-09, 16:55:38 (173.56.38.94)
is this your thought? .......
48: two words (5.09)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-08-04, 17:08:42 (173.68.68.170)
better pay .......
49: no comment (5.09)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-12-05, 19:46:09 (108.14.40.252)
I can't say anything, I've said enough. .......
50: same to you (5.09)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-12-24, 11:13:59 (108.14.40.252)
Santa got me everything I wanted. .......
51: how's this? used a flash (5.09)
Posted by bullethead on 2016-02-15, 05:27:57 (108.14.40.252)
how is this? I really give up. .......
52: nice chair (5.09)
Posted by bullethead on 2016-04-22, 19:18:33 (108.14.40.252)
:) .......
53: Bullethead, is that you? (nt) (5.09)
Posted by 1973shovel on 2016-05-31, 14:00:57 (74.177.118.23)
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54: 2001 for me (nt) (5.09)
Posted by bullethead on 2017-03-30, 00:33:18 (108.14.104.71)
. .......
55: Sorry all (5.09)
Posted by bullethead on 2017-09-09, 11:40:31 (108.29.164.195)
Was forced to remove ... .......
56: MQA (nt). (5.09)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-06-03, 12:55:31 (72.69.58.61)
. .......
57: MP3 (nt). (5.09)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-06-03, 12:57:56 (72.69.58.61)
. .......
58: HFPA (nt). (5.09)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-06-03, 12:59:39 (72.69.58.61)
. .......
59: DCC (nt). (5.09)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-06-03, 13:01:19 (72.69.58.61)
. .......
60: DAT (nt). (5.09)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-06-03, 13:01:52 (72.69.58.61)
. .......
61: MD (nt). (5.09)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-06-03, 13:02:19 (72.69.58.61)
. .......
62: That's some good schiit (5.09)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-09-01, 03:51:44 (71.125.33.32)
:) .......
63: RE: Gallo Ref 3.5's (5.09)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-11-15, 06:54:33 (71.105.116.25)
same here. .......
64: right (5.09)
Posted by bullethead on 2019-02-13, 08:43:18 (71.105.116.25)
I am glad I can talk about this here. :) .......
65: lol (5.09)
Posted by bullethead on 2019-08-26, 08:34:26 (108.29.164.31)
aargh! .......
66: passion (nt). (5.09)
Posted by bullethead on 2020-11-27, 10:51:50 (72.69.58.103)
. .......
67: I didn't get mine yet either <nt> (5.09)
Posted by bullethead on 2000-08-25, 18:03:48 (63.36.142.16)
.. .......
68: Re: Great Album nt (5.04)
Posted by bullethead on 2001-08-13, 16:30:02 (24.164.129.187)
Try Solefald's Neonism .......
69: there's allways TechTV :) (nt). (5.04)
Posted by bullethead on 2001-08-31, 15:24:38 (24.164.129.187)
It's not your average tv. .......
70: I'm sure it's too late for society! (nt) (5.04)
Posted by bullethead on 2007-12-29, 20:56:11 (96.232.96.78)
. .......
71: the cookie monster is in trouble then! (5.04)
Posted by bullethead on 2009-04-09, 18:24:29 (173.68.58.59)
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72: thanks, that really bugged me out, I prefer this... (5.04)
Posted by bullethead on 2009-08-07, 05:40:04 (98.113.195.211)
All types out there .......
73: RE: DAC for squeezebox duet (5.04)
Posted by bullethead on 2010-01-03, 16:42:08 (74.108.10.83)
that's the one. .......
74: A (5.04)
Posted by bullethead on 2010-03-29, 16:05:47 (74.108.106.110)
Source! Need a great one IMHO! .......
75: love those QUADs (5.04)
Posted by bullethead on 2011-06-20, 19:35:26 (98.113.144.49)
beautiful .......
76: yes, Women. (5.04)
Posted by bullethead on 2011-09-23, 16:15:04 (173.68.95.180)
sorry to my female friends, but... I'm not going to say anything :) .......
77: thanks (5.04)
Posted by bullethead on 2011-10-10, 11:36:10 (98.113.225.66)
appreciate it. hrm, looks like I'll be one of the first to review something soon. .......
78: RE: Rod has been contacted (5.04)
Posted by bullethead on 2012-12-09, 07:30:02 (98.116.102.137)
thanks for the heads up :) .......
79: RE: it's a bottle of (5.04)
Posted by bullethead on 2012-12-25, 11:08:50 (98.116.102.137)
Merry Christmas! Is that still ok to say? .......
80: no (5.04)
Posted by bullethead on 2013-01-05, 14:51:10 (173.68.61.124)
the face of ipodders is stupid. .......
81: yes (5.04)
Posted by bullethead on 2013-01-07, 21:00:35 (173.68.61.124)
It took me 15 or so years to figure that out. .......
82: what? (5.04)
Posted by bullethead on 2013-03-21, 17:03:43 (173.68.61.124)
I can't hear you over the sound of how awesome I am. ;) .......
83: RE: Time (5.04)
Posted by bullethead on 2013-07-13, 07:31:49 (173.68.62.50)
I don't think it is possible, I think it is PST. .......
84: no MBL on amazon.com then (5.04)
Posted by bullethead on 2013-10-01, 15:16:57 (98.116.11.224)
Have them deliver it. .......
85: none of the above (5.04)
Posted by bullethead on 2013-10-26, 05:20:36 (98.116.11.137)
it's 7am, unless you consider Coffee something to be afraid of. .......
86: I second that (5.04)
Posted by bullethead on 2014-02-15, 08:13:28 (108.41.115.249)
orbs are much better than boxes IMHO. .......
87: RE: Ok if I ask? (5.04)
Posted by bullethead on 2014-02-18, 17:32:09 (108.41.115.249)
about $200 including shipping. .......
88: I deleted it (5.04)
Posted by bullethead on 2014-04-28, 05:18:32 (98.116.190.56)
I have some pizza left though ;) .......
89: I'm bent! (5.04)
Posted by bullethead on 2014-05-25, 13:02:46 (71.190.217.121)
I don't know how I am even typing this. sorry! .......
90: heh, neither do I... (5.04)
Posted by bullethead on 2014-07-06, 07:37:59 (173.68.54.85)
an oldie but goodie,.... .......
91: yes, and I also see sound too! (5.04)
Posted by bullethead on 2014-08-24, 06:38:17 (74.108.106.81)
call me crazy! .......
92: no limo? (5.04)
Posted by bullethead on 2014-08-29, 19:57:05 (74.108.106.81)
even way back then it was lies! .......
93: what the hell does that mean? (5.04)
Posted by bullethead on 2014-09-06, 10:23:23 (74.108.106.81)
hahaha! that's spectacular! .......
94: ladyboys (5.04)
Posted by bullethead on 2014-10-11, 04:35:34 (173.68.60.242)
Lady Gaga? .......
95: Vlad, I give up (5.04)
Posted by bullethead on 2014-12-18, 16:14:39 (173.68.58.101)
Here you go. Also looks like crap. .......
96: sounds like you need better cables! (5.04)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-01-20, 09:47:01 (108.27.17.93)
haha! .......
97: thank you (5.04)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-01-21, 16:01:19 (108.27.17.93)
I've bookmarked that post. .......
98: Got Grado (5.04)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-01-21, 17:07:16 (108.27.17.93)
wow, I hear that. .......
99: Chemicals in the air (5.04)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-01-21, 17:08:40 (108.27.17.93)
cant disclose anything further ;) .......
100: I agree (5.04)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-02-01, 20:09:44 (108.27.17.93)
very professional. Fantastic! .......
101: RE: modified sonos (5.04)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-05-11, 04:21:16 (173.56.38.94)
cool. will do. .......
102: RE: A little RESPECT (5.04)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-05-13, 18:49:50 (173.56.38.94)
$125? Nice! .......
103: ambient noise (nt) (5.04)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-08-18, 18:17:58 (173.68.55.20)
. .......
104: yes (5.04)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-10-19, 16:17:23 (108.14.40.252)
I have to record some more material to test. .......
105: 1 years salary after taxes (5.04)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-12-15, 04:38:16 (108.14.40.252)
Only the best for you. .......
106: I nominate bullethead to try it! NT (5.04)
Posted by marc g. on 2016-02-03, 17:12:07 (166.137.136.122)
. .......
107: RE: how's this? used a flash (5.04)
Posted by fantja on 2016-02-15, 07:46:56 (104.137.41.221)
Much better pic- bullethead. .......
108: RE: Bernie on black metal (5.04)
Posted by bullethead on 2016-02-20, 09:16:38 (108.14.40.252)
I'd rather you do it. .......
109: RE: I have an alcohol problem but I come by often- nt (5.04)
Posted by bullethead on 2016-04-19, 14:53:59 (108.14.40.252)
:) .......
110: RE: Took me a while to think about this (5.04)
Posted by bullethead on 2016-04-24, 14:40:54 (108.14.40.252)
I need hope and (pocket) change. Yes we can! .......
111: I prefer UPS (nt). (5.04)
Posted by bullethead on 2016-07-15, 18:17:16 (108.14.40.252)
. .......
112: Friday the 13th (nt). (5.04)
Posted by bullethead on 2017-01-13, 18:36:51 (108.14.104.71)
. .......
113: Everything is glorious (5.04)
Posted by bullethead on 2017-02-09, 17:44:14 (108.14.104.71)
And also fantastic! Not sure what you speak of. .......
114: if you're talking about old fogies then yes (nt). (5.04)
Posted by bullethead on 2017-03-29, 13:59:42 (108.14.104.71)
. .......
115: yep (5.04)
Posted by bullethead on 2017-11-24, 06:23:55 (108.29.164.195)
very good advice. .......
116: very nice (5.04)
Posted by bullethead on 2017-12-31, 10:00:32 (108.29.164.195)
love those horns! .......
117: RE: Here is one place to start... (5.04)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-01-16, 21:07:34 (108.29.164.195)
thank you very much, this is helpful. .......
118: best affordable cable out now, yes (nt) (5.04)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-05-21, 17:40:45 (72.69.58.61)
. .......
119: HD-DVD (nt). (5.04)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-06-03, 12:58:28 (72.69.58.61)
. .......
120: DVD Audio (nt). (5.04)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-06-03, 12:58:51 (72.69.58.61)
. .......
121: What Bullethead said. Plus, who'd a thunk it ^ (5.04)
Posted by Road Warrior on 2018-06-29, 14:55:27 (104.185.157.178)
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122: Funny you say that (5.04)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-11-14, 16:39:56 (71.105.116.25)
I do my best to pollute the environment. :) .......
123: RE: Polk Audio (5.04)
Posted by rupertdacat on 2019-01-10, 17:41:16 (72.130.221.154)
Thank you, Bullethead... .......
124: Everyone except Keith Richards (nt) (5.04)
Posted by bullethead on 2019-09-04, 09:06:44 (108.29.164.31)
. .......
125: Clealy 'bullethead'.... (5.04)
Posted by Ivan303 on 2019-10-18, 14:03:33 (76.26.102.219)
when he was a baby? .......
126: RE: Hate mail from an inmate? (5.04)
Posted by suekraft on 2019-03-15, 18:56:39 (184.59.200.194)
This is what I posted that got me hate mail in defense of Stereophile thug Kal Rubinson. This was part of a longer thread about listening chairs started by Bullethead. The email was not threatening, b .......
127: me too! (5.04)
Posted by bullethead on 2001-02-25, 17:51:24 (24.168.114.172)
I have one (MF A300) too and it's amazing. The price is really good for the performance. .......
128: me too, makes a great undershirt! (nt) (4.99)
Posted by bullethead on 2008-12-16, 16:59:30 (173.68.58.46)
. .......
129: RE: one problem (4.99)
Posted by bullethead on 2009-04-25, 14:57:43 (173.68.58.59)
I meant the original performance :) .......
130: I'm serious (4.99)
Posted by bullethead on 2009-06-15, 20:03:07 (98.113.34.87)
I am serious, perhaps it's time for the nurse to give me my medication :) .......
131: power (4.99)
Posted by bullethead on 2009-11-20, 19:05:05 (98.113.217.90)
music sounds even better at 4am, try it! .......
132: he looks happy to me... (4.99)
Posted by bullethead on 2010-01-19, 17:58:06 (173.56.77.71)
probably loaded with cash as well :) Oh the humanity! .......
133: what would muffy the wife say? LOL! (nt) (4.99)
Posted by bullethead on 2010-03-26, 19:35:53 (98.116.41.219)
. .......
134: you're right (4.99)
Posted by bullethead on 2011-06-20, 16:32:42 (98.113.144.49)
you're right, I'll come back but try not to get caught up in upgrading. .......
135: RE: how many of you outside of audio consider yourself sophisticated? (4.99)
Posted by bullethead on 2012-09-01, 19:10:34 (173.56.38.70)
Is it a cult? Uh oh! .......
136: just trying to be the jester tonight since Sudz is MIA (4.99)
Posted by bullethead on 2012-09-01, 19:20:50 (173.56.38.70)
Sorry :-) .......
137: good (4.99)
Posted by bullethead on 2012-12-14, 13:35:05 (98.116.102.137)
that makes things easier. Thanks again. .......
138: RE: Happy Holidays to all! (4.99)
Posted by bullethead on 2012-12-23, 04:41:20 (98.116.102.137)
Merry Christmas! .......
139: haha (4.99)
Posted by bullethead on 2012-12-24, 21:11:14 (98.116.102.137)
that's crazy, happened to me too in Chrome. .......
140: RE: Cross post but no responses - what say y'all? (4.99)
Posted by bullethead on 2013-03-07, 12:43:35 (173.68.61.124)
That looks very cool. .......
141: stereophile.com is good to read (4.99)
Posted by bullethead on 2013-03-22, 19:27:49 (173.68.61.124)
My 2 cents. .......
142: anything you heard the TV talk about (nt) (4.99)
Posted by bullethead on 2013-06-19, 21:03:33 (173.68.59.137)
. .......
143: RE: no Facebook for me either (4.99)
Posted by Rad21 on 2013-07-06, 15:33:01 (76.173.28.234)
bullethead, I agree with you 100%. At least I am not alone. .......
144: i need to retire soon (4.99)
Posted by bullethead on 2013-08-03, 16:03:31 (173.68.100.149)
This Duracell battery has been used up bro! .......
145: not really, the most hardcore amongst us still use tubes and vinyl! (4.99)
Posted by bullethead on 2013-09-02, 07:06:29 (98.113.195.62)
*ducks* .......
146: RE: Klipsch Reference….(not joking) (4.99)
Posted by bullethead on 2014-02-17, 19:45:06 (108.41.115.249)
Thanks. Those look interesting. .......
147: let me know when you get it and have it setup (4.99)
Posted by bullethead on 2014-02-27, 17:05:53 (108.41.115.249)
I love it, i am interested in what you think of it once it is in place, Thanks .......
148: greetings and salutations (4.99)
Posted by bullethead on 2014-04-19, 19:19:27 (98.116.190.56)
welcome aboard the mother ship! .......
149: or the opposite (4.99)
Posted by bullethead on 2014-07-13, 04:50:44 (173.68.54.85)
I've seen crap praised as well. to each his own I would say. .......
150: yes, no Fosters tonight (4.99)
Posted by bullethead on 2014-08-01, 21:14:09 (173.68.54.85)
Coors light it is. .......
151: Barry White and my hand (nt) (4.99)
Posted by bullethead on 2014-09-20, 18:27:24 (74.108.106.81)
. .......
152: I assure you it is just you (4.99)
Posted by bullethead on 2014-11-29, 18:38:17 (173.68.58.101)
Happy thoughts it is 4:20, no really. .......
153: RE: yep (4.99)
Posted by bullethead on 2014-12-28, 09:25:32 (173.68.58.101)
I'm not sure about that, I put it into a DAC then to a Preamp. .......
154: The earth (4.99)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-01-02, 14:51:44 (173.68.58.101)
what goes on here is irrelevant at this point. Just try to enjoy. .......
155: nuclear powered cars and houses I say (4.99)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-01-20, 14:44:01 (108.27.17.93)
why not? .......
156: RE: One other thing... (4.99)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-01-21, 15:53:06 (108.27.17.93)
about 13 feet, thanks for the compliment. .......
157: As I stated before, your last pic... (4.99)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-01-22, 17:15:33 (108.27.17.93)
cool looking woofer ;) .......
158: World view (psychedelic) (4.99)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-01-24, 06:50:52 (108.27.17.93)
ok, I give up. Thanks anyway. .......
159: Your one of the most advanced A.I. Bots I've seen (4.99)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-02-28, 05:44:19 (108.27.17.93)
who coded you? .......
160: Ok, as long as it wasn't (4.99)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-02-28, 05:48:40 (108.27.17.93)
Aleister Crowley ;) .......
161: Good for you (4.99)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-02-28, 06:04:50 (108.27.17.93)
real nice for you, thanks for all the insults. ;) .......
162: RE: How Often live music? Here's mine. (4.99)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-03-01, 06:16:57 (108.27.17.93)
never anymore. 0% .......
163: Thrown away (4.99)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-05-09, 15:15:13 (173.56.38.94)
the survivor would be my brother, he would just throw it away. .......
164: thanks (4.99)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-06-13, 16:36:08 (173.56.38.94)
I am listening through their web site, very cool. .......
165: hah (4.99)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-07-04, 07:38:59 (173.56.36.60)
that is good. always wanted to open up my own, .......
166: sorry (4.99)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-07-22, 16:16:02 (173.68.68.170)
sorry for your loss, hopefully your dad enjoyed himself at least, that's all we can ask for in our time here. .......
167: RE: yes (4.99)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-07-23, 18:35:23 (173.68.68.170)
I hate everything and everyone at my age. I am a weathered old man. .......
168: Lightening fast transients (nt) (4.99)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-10-26, 19:59:04 (108.14.40.252)
. .......
169: RE: Tomarrow (4.99)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-11-25, 16:07:38 (108.14.40.252)
Same to you Bill, Warm regards, Steve .......
170: the hi-fi is your wingman (4.99)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-12-30, 18:05:03 (108.14.40.252)
or get headphones after 6pm. .......
171: RE: I nominate bullethead to try it! (4.99)
Posted by genungo on 2016-02-03, 17:27:24 (75.163.0.190)
It's not smokable, I doubt he'd like it. .......
172: A man... (4.99)
Posted by genungo on 2016-02-04, 21:22:38 (65.131.56.119)
... who knows what he likes! Keep on keepin' on, bullethead. .......
173: you forgot the target audience (4.99)
Posted by bullethead on 2016-04-20, 17:15:44 (108.14.40.252)
remember she does "anything" for you :) .......
174: I can't the AI I built is now self aware (nt) (4.99)
Posted by bullethead on 2016-05-25, 17:41:27 (108.14.40.252)
. .......
175: I know some audio prophets (4.99)
Posted by bullethead on 2016-05-25, 18:13:33 (108.14.40.252)
some can be followed without error it seems from my experience. .......
176: ive been disappeared (4.99)
Posted by bullethead on 2016-08-14, 08:23:30 (100.33.132.82)
I've been talking too much lately ;) .......
177: RE: Lost in the translation... (4.99)
Posted by bullethead on 2016-08-20, 06:54:29 (100.33.132.82)
I like cigars :) that's why the fan is in there. .......
178: :) (4.99)
Posted by bullethead on 2016-08-22, 15:03:08 (100.33.132.82)
At least someone knows what that is. I occasionally astral travel using that as the launchpad :) .......
179: yes, tempting treats which I cannot afford (nt) :) (4.99)
Posted by bullethead on 2016-09-21, 19:34:03 (100.33.132.82)
:) .......
180: View from listening position (4.99)
Posted by bullethead on 2016-10-05, 18:29:36 (100.33.132.82)
Here's mine. .......
181: RE: fire up those Gallos (4.99)
Posted by bullethead on 2016-12-31, 10:08:20 (108.14.104.71)
yes, very interesting news. .......
182: RE: Where is your belcanto stuff? (4.99)
Posted by bullethead on 2017-05-22, 01:12:29 (108.29.164.195)
I moved on since that point. .......
183: nutzo (4.99)
Posted by bullethead on 2017-11-28, 03:00:55 (108.29.164.195)
that was insane, how messed up were the 70s? .......
184: RE: Its working wonders for Keith Richards. (4.99)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-03-28, 12:40:28 (72.69.58.61)
. .......
185: paid CIA spooks too (nt) (4.99)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-05-16, 13:51:26 (72.69.58.61)
/ .......
186: You better ask bullethead (4.99)
Posted by 1973shovel on 2018-05-17, 13:14:44 (96.37.198.203)
...since he's our resident alien expert. .......
187: alright it is a FLAC Jihad ok (nt). (4.99)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-06-03, 13:04:42 (72.69.58.61)
. .......
188: I was going to go to RMAF for the weed :) (4.99)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-06-07, 13:11:46 (72.69.58.61)
It is a good tweak :) .......
189: RE: Help,I have a stream??? (4.99)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-08-31, 10:23:09 (71.125.33.32)
Laptop with USB DAC. .......
190: two 18" subs (nt) (4.99)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-08-31, 16:00:54 (71.125.33.32)
. .......
191: You and bullethead have the same camera...... (4.99)
Posted by Ozzy on 2018-09-01, 03:46:27 (73.148.34.53)
...lol...?. Oz .......
192: thanks a lot (4.99)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-10-05, 22:45:24 (100.38.76.33)
sounds like a great time, wish I was there. .......
193: RE: agreed, (4.99)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-11-14, 09:07:55 (71.105.116.25)
Ekornes look comfortable, bliss. .......
194: RE: A no no? (4.99)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-11-15, 14:03:07 (71.105.116.25)
Yeah that is going to be a problem, I'm a tiny gnome. .......
195: RE: yeah ok UPS guy (4.99)
Posted by bullethead on 2019-08-28, 05:38:56 (108.29.164.31)
--redacted--- .......
196: same to you (4.99)
Posted by bullethead on 2020-12-23, 01:55:32 (72.69.58.103)
We celebrate festivus, but we don't use a pole. .......
197: THANK YOU ! ! (4.99)
Posted by The Bored on 2018-07-09, 08:56:22 (97.90.71.201)
The Bored would like to take a moment to say thanks to the folks who most recently subscribed, upgraded or renewed their memberships. They are listed below. Also, we hope you will indulge us as .......
198: one - my Dussun amp (extremely happy with it (nt)) (4.97)
Posted by bullethead on 2008-02-10, 06:51:37 (72.89.174.127)
. .......
199: this is more my speed (4.94)
Posted by bullethead on 2008-11-16, 18:25:26 (173.68.58.46)
There's too much to listen to nowadays (and that's a good thing). .......
200: RE: The analogy I use... (4.94)
Posted by bullethead on 2009-03-19, 14:05:44 (71.183.62.237)
I think it's crazy to take time off to get married! To each his own... LOL! .......
Found 200 records in Amp/Preamp Asylum.
1: RE: bullethead ? (8.28)
Posted by AbeCollins on 2018-03-29, 14:14:52 (73.229.29.71)
I don't see inmate bullethead anywhere in this thread. Man oh man, you ARE confused today. I concede out of courtesy for your condition. You win. I give up. .......
2: RE: It wasn't me!! (8.28)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-03-29, 15:21:07 (72.69.58.61)
he called tweaker456 "west coast bullethead" LOL, just because it seems we two are the only people who believe in aliens? whatever I had to chime in, just all chill out please. If I was doing a recom .......
3: Yes... (7.96)
Posted by bullethead on 2006-12-25, 09:33:07 (71.251.2.173)
I ordered from them. Indeed they are! .......
4: go for it (5.83)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-01-01, 04:17:48 (108.29.164.195)
Go for it. Never know where the future may take us. .......
5: RE: Post your pre (5.83)
Posted by bullethead on 2019-03-23, 11:19:52 (71.105.116.25)
:) .......
6: RE: But BH - I really like the way your system looks nt (5.77)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-07-05, 19:53:40 (173.56.36.60)
Thanks. .......
7: This is what it looks like (5.71)
Posted by bullethead on 2016-02-14, 08:23:34 (108.14.40.252)
Very pretty, you can also turn the display off. .......
8: RE: thanks for your insight (5.71)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-08-19, 18:50:38 (71.125.33.32)
It is doing very well. I am getting used to the sound and it is impressive. .......
9: beauty (5.71)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-01-01, 17:29:43 (173.68.58.101)
really nice my friend. enjoy :) .......
10: Nice (5.65)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-05-15, 18:51:12 (173.56.38.94)
let is know how it sounds after 1,000 hours ;) .......
11: RE: pre amp question (5.65)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-11-06, 18:07:18 (108.14.40.252)
You could try both the left and right. .......
12: pretty (5.65)
Posted by bullethead on 2019-10-26, 05:08:01 (108.29.164.31)
incredible, much good schiit. .......
13: THANK YOU ! ! (5.65)
Posted by The Bored on 2018-07-09, 08:56:50 (97.90.71.201)
The Bored would like to take a moment to say thanks to the folks who most recently subscribed, upgraded or renewed their memberships. They are listed below. Also, we hope you will indulge us as .......
14: RE: How's the bass? (5.63)
Posted by bullethead on 2008-08-01, 16:09:37 (71.190.235.189)
lol!. Remind me not to post after one too many beers :) .......
15: RE: I'll wait (5.60)
Posted by bullethead on 2009-11-28, 17:02:17 (173.68.61.124)
I heard a lot about that company, will do. .......
16: RE: Not happy with my preamp (5.60)
Posted by bullethead on 2009-12-26, 07:16:26 (173.68.61.124)
yes, digital is bright as well as lps. .......
17: yep np (5.60)
Posted by bullethead on 2013-05-24, 22:10:46 (173.68.61.124)
Go with balanced interconnect, it is glorious! .......
18: haha! (5.60)
Posted by bullethead on 2013-06-15, 22:55:48 (98.116.191.199)
I wound up with a Bel Canto. You must be from Canada. .......
19: thanks (5.60)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-07-04, 21:23:49 (173.56.36.60)
something new I haven't heard about. my system is due for an upgrade. .......
20: RE: So is the very high input impedance (5.60)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-07-06, 20:05:47 (173.56.36.60)
it seems very interesting, never heard of it before, who knows really. .......
21: Also it helps the mids and highs (5.60)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-10-17, 18:39:01 (108.14.40.252)
Maybe more power to it? Everything opened up. .......
22: RE: Mark Levinson No. 585 (5.60)
Posted by fantja on 2016-01-24, 15:02:25 (165.214.11.73)
Thanks! for chiming in- bullethead. .......
23: RE: Same generation (2016) (5.60)
Posted by bullethead on 2017-10-24, 09:47:50 (108.29.164.195)
Check out Veritas, No other comment on this from me. I am done with all of this, really. .......
24: what the hell (5.60)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-03-29, 14:46:00 (72.69.58.61)
Why do I have to be brought into this mess? Please everyone take your medication or a nap. .......
25: RE: Help (5.60)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-07-09, 19:23:30 (71.105.155.166)
Thank you very much, I was ready to hire someone to fix this. I appreciate the help. Have a good night, thanks again. .......
26: it is a waning crescent moon today (5.60)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-07-10, 06:29:04 (71.105.155.166)
I can't help with the other question. .......
27: RE: Delay relay (5.60)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-11-18, 12:20:17 (71.105.116.25)
thanks all, I'll forward him this thread... .......
28: RE: Amp Pictures - post yours (5.60)
Posted by bullethead on 2019-01-26, 14:41:50 (71.105.116.25)
Not a good pic but the best I can do right now. .......
29: RE: The sacrifices we make (not really) (5.60)
Posted by bullethead on 2019-06-14, 08:13:24 (72.89.22.22)
yes, definitely. Running a bluetooth speaker now and that would be all I need if I could do it again. .......
30: RE: Could be the speakers (5.60)
Posted by bullethead on 2009-10-18, 07:28:22 (98.113.217.90)
I appreciate the comment. I'm also going deaf a little bit as well, which isn't fun. That could be it as well... .......
31: LOL! (5.54)
Posted by bullethead on 2009-10-18, 19:08:35 (98.113.217.90)
Luckily both my neighbors are in their 70's and 80's and can't hear anything :) .......
32: well (5.54)
Posted by bullethead on 2009-10-19, 16:27:32 (98.113.217.90)
I asked the neighbor if he heard anything, he said he didn't. Perhaps he's lying to me, which would be like everyone else out there nowadays :P .......
33: RE: I Will Politely Suggest You Are Wrong... (5.54)
Posted by bullethead on 2016-02-20, 07:11:36 (108.14.40.252)
I neither confirm or deny that I am nuts. .......
34: RE: Do you have (5.54)
Posted by bullethead on 2017-01-15, 18:08:43 (108.14.104.71)
I do but it was used for central AC. I'll read more up on this, thanks to all for the very helpful advice. .......
35: congratulations (5.54)
Posted by bullethead on 2017-01-20, 18:46:37 (108.14.104.71)
that looks like a winner, I read it has a remote control as well, very happy for you, .......
36: sure (5.54)
Posted by bullethead on 2017-10-24, 07:27:22 (108.29.164.195)
Hypex Ncore NC500 with a custom input stage. .......
37: RE: A few notes on the new W4S ST-750LE (5.54)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-08-18, 13:37:48 (71.125.33.32)
There has got to be synergy with your preamp. .......
38: RE: I love equipment pics, (a.k.a. audio porn) (5.54)
Posted by bullethead on 2020-11-11, 06:05:45 (72.69.58.103)
How that is is a few months with it? What do you think? .......
39: RE: Wyred 4 Sound (5.54)
Posted by bullethead on 2009-08-02, 18:27:21 (98.113.195.211)
Just read about the ML no 53's as well. Damn I need more money! .......
40: RE: can't say (5.49)
Posted by bullethead on 2010-01-21, 17:34:24 (173.56.77.71)
I never heard primare before. I have no clue, but it's worth a shot, couldn't be too bad. .......
41: RE: bel canto (5.49)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-09-12, 14:37:21 (108.29.158.46)
REF 500s I have is dual mono ICE. .......
42: RE: Looks good (5.49)
Posted by bullethead on 2016-12-28, 17:20:07 (108.14.104.71)
Thanks, putting in for a day off from work when it comes. I already have their modified Sonos, it is magic really. .......
43: RE: As someone who runs his system without a pre (5.49)
Posted by bullethead on 2017-02-11, 22:17:58 (108.14.104.71)
at this point it doesn't matter to me at all. thanks for the advice. .......
44: RE: It wasn't me!! (5.49)
Posted by AbeCollins on 2018-03-29, 15:30:38 (73.229.29.71)
"he called tweaker456 "west coast bullethead" He got some splain'n to do. .......
45: RE: For $699 you get the less pretentious Schiit Vidar (5.49)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-11-20, 09:23:10 (71.105.116.25)
Oh my god, Dmitri Shostakovich! .......
46: RE: new Nord amps with Rev D boards, anyone heard this? (5.49)
Posted by bullethead on 2019-01-19, 10:13:27 (71.105.116.25)
thanks. Seems it is worth the upgrade. .......
47: RE: Nord is basically a building heater (5.49)
Posted by bullethead on 2020-12-18, 08:31:29 (72.69.58.103)
At 70F temperature inside it is ok. .......
48: You can't beat beer with pizza! (5.49)
Posted by raingerz on 2021-03-15, 21:04:12 (68.196.197.167)
Speaking of, where the hell is Bullethead these days? .......
49: hmm (5.49)
Posted by bullethead on 2011-11-07, 13:02:27 (173.68.56.171)
I would go with either Bel Canto, Musical Fidelity or the Mcintosh. I'm definitely not a fan of NAD. .......
50: RE: What are some quality class D amps? (5.43)
Posted by bullethead on 2013-07-06, 18:33:40 (173.68.62.50)
I use the Bel Canto REF 500s, very very good. .......
51: high end hasn't figured it out yet (5.43)
Posted by bullethead on 2013-10-03, 19:52:02 (98.116.11.224)
Don't worry, that's normal. No need to phreak out! .......
52: it does (5.43)
Posted by bullethead on 2016-02-13, 16:27:31 (108.14.40.252)
it always starts out that way, I'll wait a few weeks/months before coming to my conclusions in a review. .......
53: RE: Long term unemployment (5.43)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-07-05, 17:29:36 (71.105.155.166)
I gave everyone my marijuana stocks tips on Central. :) .......
54: Arrived (5.43)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-11-21, 18:56:55 (71.105.116.25)
Yeah, this amp is pretty good. Got it today hooked up to Harbeths. .......
55: RE: Hypex Class D Modules/Amps is there any truth to them having Shut down (5.43)
Posted by bullethead on 2020-10-30, 04:24:11 (74.101.5.43)
not at all, but never really drove it hard. .......
56: RE: Nice (5.43)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-05-18, 03:39:36 (173.56.38.94)
I find 1,000 hours good for all kinds of equipment, speakers included. .......
57: RE: bel canto (5.38)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-09-12, 14:52:52 (108.29.158.46)
yes I have that amp, dual mono ICE, REF500s. I paid about $3,500 for it. .......
58: RE: Merrill Audio Taranis first listen (Hypex Ncore) (5.38)
Posted by bullethead on 2016-02-09, 10:44:29 (108.14.40.252)
My impression also of this one, very very quick and neutral. .......
59: RE: I Will Politely Suggest You Are Wrong... (5.38)
Posted by bullethead on 2016-02-20, 10:01:05 (108.14.40.252)
I know what I experienced, is was about 1,000 hours for the ICE amps I use. We seemed to come to a consensus here already. :) .......
60: RE: Let us know what you think. I've been curious about that one. (5.38)
Posted by bullethead on 2017-01-04, 20:22:33 (108.14.104.71)
thanks for the well wishes, I will chime in in a few months after the electronics settle. so far very very good from what I am hearing. thanks .......
61: no just the entry level (5.38)
Posted by bullethead on 2017-03-11, 05:17:51 (108.14.104.71)
No, I couldn't afford that option, I would love to hear it. But I am really happy with my investment. .......
62: RE: electric went nuts (5.38)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-07-20, 14:01:21 (71.105.155.166)
Currently I do most of my critical listening between 2am and 6am. Much better at night. Yes, bravo to this technology. .......
63: RE: Whoa!... (5.38)
Posted by bullethead on 2019-03-23, 17:32:39 (71.105.116.25)
Here's a professional picture. I think the higher up the ladder you go when you step up the LEDs then turn green. .......
64: RE: Besides Nord... (5.38)
Posted by bullethead on 2020-10-27, 05:13:05 (74.101.5.43)
I did not know about VTV Amplifiers. If my amp blows out I will get one of those. I love Hypex NCore amps. .......
65: Obviously I can't spell, it's Dussun (nt) (5.38)
Posted by bullethead on 2006-09-27, 21:02:19 (71.125.26.106)
nt .......
66: The Netherlands (5.37)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-05-21, 17:20:58 (72.69.58.61)
Ok, the Netherlands. Makes sense to me. .......
67: RE: ncore (5.37)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-05-21, 07:42:55 (72.69.58.61)
the one I have is based on Hypex Ncore NC500. .......
68: Musical Fidelity (5.34)
Posted by bullethead on 2009-12-06, 08:16:00 (173.68.61.124)
I have an integrated from them, that company's house sound tends to be warm. I'm sure you could find something by them in your price range. .......
69: that was the problem which plagued me for a long time, yes (5.33)
Posted by bullethead on 2012-11-04, 08:16:45 (98.116.102.137)
That's exactly it. I'll use what I got now. The P-200 is a very nice preamp. I should have thought of it sooner. .......
70: RE: Hypex Ncore amplifier break in question (5.33)
Posted by bullethead on 2016-02-24, 19:40:22 (108.14.40.252)
Update here. Been about 40 hours and the sound is indeed glorious! .......
71: RE: Passive preamp RCA output to SUB amp? Question on current configuration (5.33)
Posted by bullethead on 2017-06-30, 08:00:22 (108.29.164.195)
Got it, thank you very much for helping me understand. .......
72: RE: REVIEW: Bel Canto Design Pre3 Preamplifier (SS) (5.33)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-03-25, 18:43:27 (72.69.58.61)
It sounds better than the REF500s, more power too. .......
73: RE: Interesting (5.33)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-05-18, 16:31:09 (72.69.58.61)
If I had the means I would check it out. Try asking your boss for a raise and when they ask why say you need new amps :) Good luck with that, I tried that before it didn't work. .......
74: Pics (5.33)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-07-20, 04:13:25 (71.105.155.166)
This is the best I have heard in my life so far. Airy qualities mixed with incredible power a lovely sound. .......
75: RE: Stalin's day ... (5.33)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-11-23, 18:33:41 (71.105.116.25)
Listening to Piano Concerto number 1 again. I'll bookmark your post so I can get into the other recommendations, thanks. .......
76: Shostakovich plays Shostakovich (5.33)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-11-22, 11:50:24 (71.105.116.25)
that album, I get it very much so. piano walking everywhere. that's what is frightening. .......
77: my Nord is like that (5.28)
Posted by bullethead on 2020-09-21, 05:18:53 (74.101.5.43)
you can roll input stages. It is rather neat, I use a Nord Hypex. .......
78: RE: Hypex NCore Stereo amp, looking for 300 watts into 8 ohms (5.28)
Posted by bullethead on 2016-02-07, 06:53:42 (108.14.40.252)
I forgot to mention, USA made only. .......
79: I had a JVC dual (5.28)
Posted by bullethead on 2016-02-08, 18:14:46 (108.14.40.252)
It was nice, the meters didn't look as good as this though, Try not to make my eyes pop out of their sockets, I'll try ;) .......
80: RE: Hypex Ncore amplifier break in question (5.28)
Posted by bullethead on 2016-02-20, 12:35:51 (108.14.40.252)
I think I got plenty of time to work. I've been doing this for 15 years. .......
81: RE: REVIEW: Merrill Audio Advanced Technologies Taranis Amplifier (SS) (5.28)
Posted by bullethead on 2017-10-23, 10:00:43 (108.29.164.195)
both eyes open all the time. :) .......
82: RE: Please post pictures of your Preamps/ linestage and phono stage (5.28)
Posted by bullethead on 2020-11-11, 05:15:20 (72.69.58.103)
I try to stay away from Vinyl as I grew up with digital, here's my preamp. .......
83: yes (5.28)
Posted by bullethead on 2012-12-15, 17:18:59 (98.116.102.137)
if it's all good news about the equipment, why not just be happy about it and enjoy music rather than listen to equipment? .......
84: I was going to recommend my Bel Canto Ref (5.24)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-06-27, 20:39:30 (173.68.94.171)
why opposed to class D? Ok, never mind I read your response. Good luck in your quest, .......
85: RE: I was going to buy Cara (5.23)
Posted by samac on 2017-12-22, 10:56:27 (24.140.88.103)
bullethead, I'd love to know how that new Wyred amp might sound with your STP-SE. Think you might give it a try? Cheers, Scott .......
86: it really is amazing (5.23)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-10-19, 16:36:48 (108.14.40.252)
It really is amazing what kind of great system you can put together for $80 or so. The innovation is fantastic. .......
87: beautiful (5.21)
Posted by bullethead on 2017-11-19, 14:54:49 (108.29.164.195)
Beautiful system, very very nice. It must sound amazing from what I see. Enjoy, this is the best part of all of this. Cheers! .......
88: RE: N core (5.21)
Posted by bullethead on 2017-12-30, 15:56:18 (108.29.164.195)
perfect opportunity for me to chime in. I use N core, very happy, best sound I've heard. .......
89: RE: Not happy with my preamp (5.21)
Posted by bullethead on 2009-12-26, 06:15:33 (173.68.61.124)
Yes, that's the conclusion I came to as well. I'm using Analysis Plus Oval 9 speaker cables. I like how they sound, I've tried countless others over the past years but these are good. .......
90: Pulled the trigger on it (5.18)
Posted by bullethead on 2016-02-07, 09:09:02 (108.14.40.252)
Thanks, there is a very cool YouTube video, that sold me on it. I appreciate the help. This seems to be very good. .......
91: RE: thin sounding but with extreme detail... (5.18)
Posted by bullethead on 2017-02-11, 22:19:04 (108.14.104.71)
sounds interesting, I believe audioquest cable has a battery system as well in their higher end lines. .......
92: RE: Wyred 4 Sound STP-SE final thoughts (not a professional review) (5.18)
Posted by bullethead on 2017-03-13, 09:52:46 (108.14.104.71)
I'm using Anthony Gallo Nucleus Reference 3.5 speakers. .......
93: RE: REVIEW: Merrill Audio Advanced Technologies Taranis Amplifier (SS) (5.18)
Posted by bullethead on 2017-10-22, 19:13:50 (108.29.164.195)
Thanks a lot. The preamp and this amp are a good match for my needs. .......
94: RE: floss (5.18)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-03-28, 12:36:35 (72.69.58.61)
that's a limited release Radio Shack power strip! :) I have some mid-fi components and a lamp plugged into that thing. .......
95: RE: transparency, detail class D lovers rejoice! stereo nCores $867!! (5.18)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-08-08, 18:32:21 (71.125.33.32)
Let us know how it goes. There is some great innovations finally taking place. .......
96: RE: thanks for your insight (5.18)
Posted by gillanjeff on 2018-08-09, 19:12:39 (71.50.82.94)
Bullethead, How is the Nord breaking in? I'm taking a serious look at either the stereo model you have, or the monos. Are you as still as impressed? I'm currently using a Bel Canto REF500s. Jeff ::: T .......
97: I have that same amp (5.18)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-10-07, 13:54:04 (108.29.158.46)
I was advised not to use a tube preamp. I also have the REF 500s, you'll be better with a good SS amp. .......
98: ncore (5.17)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-05-19, 21:33:49 (72.69.58.61)
I utilize Ncore, I forgot exactly the specific one or the enhancements made to it, but it is the best I heard in my life. And it is relatively affordable if you are serious. .......
99: RE: Delay relay (5.17)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-11-18, 13:13:50 (71.105.116.25)
at this point it is a clunker, over 21 years old. not worth fixing, but I did send him this link, thanks again for the help. .......
100: Listened to Shostakovich (5.17)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-11-23, 09:12:50 (71.105.116.25)
Had some Shostakovich on, I like it. If it weren't for your signature line I would have never known about him and then I looked up his legacy. He must have been under immense pressure. .......
101: RE: Have you pursued a sub woofer?... (5.17)
Posted by bullethead on 2011-11-08, 17:10:41 (173.68.56.171)
I looked at it, but I decided on the amp upgrade first and foremost. It's much better now. I also have lots more access to music than I have ever had in my entire life. I'm satisfied for the time bein .......
102: RE: in response to my review (5.13)
Posted by bullethead on 2011-11-11, 19:04:35 (98.116.191.239)
It's a nice sound. quick, tight and holographic at times. Do get a chance to audition if you can. It's really amazing with this much power in such a small container. .......
103: indeed (5.13)
Posted by bullethead on 2012-11-04, 07:23:49 (98.116.102.137)
I haven't heard anything else but what I have fiddled with myself. When I upgraded from an integrated to seperates I noticed a difference. I don't have any doubt about what you are saying, it's comple .......
104: RE: Wyred 4 Sound preamp STP-SE thoughts, anyone have this? (5.13)
Posted by bullethead on 2016-12-28, 14:35:08 (66.87.85.217)
Thanks a lot. I am looking forward to it. Sounds like it will be fantastic! I am a fan of W4S products already so I will be pleased. .......
105: RE: Veritas... (5.13)
Posted by bullethead on 2017-10-25, 04:01:43 (108.29.164.195)
I think you are listening to aluminum speakers then. It is interesting what you said, thanks a lot for the insight with your Thiels. Very good speaker for traditional solid state amps. .......
106: RE: New Merrill Audio monoblocks (5.13)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-05-18, 19:15:34 (72.69.58.61)
I have no idea what it is. An absolutely stunning piece of high end I'll never hear for a good reason. I know my place. .......
107: Magnificent CD players (5.13)
Posted by bullethead on 2019-01-27, 13:18:44 (71.105.116.25)
Some of the best I've heard are JVC. Very nice and rare nowadays, Japan Victor Company needs to get back into HiFi. .......
108: RE: Haha, the birds nest (5.13)
Posted by fantja on 2017-01-04, 20:26:29 (207.203.41.250)
Nice pic of those Cables- bullethead. give me a run-down of the brands that you are using in the pic? .......
109: RE: New Merrill Audio monoblocks (5.13)
Posted by plugmein on 2018-05-18, 16:05:33 (73.253.25.17)
bullethead what do you mean when you say "Right now the price is $36,00"? Sounds like you are expecting the price to increase. .......
110: RE: new Sonos Amp out, tiny amp 125 watts per channel (5.13)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-11-19, 11:22:54 (71.105.116.25)
Alright, I need to setup a second system. This seems the easiest way to do it. .......
111: RE: It wasn't me!! (5.13)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-03-29, 15:37:12 (72.69.58.61)
Not to go off topic. Lots of people are hurting. Try to relax, but hey Abe shouldn't you be at work? What are you doing posting at these hours? .......
112: Nord is basically a building heater (5.09)
Posted by bullethead on 2020-12-17, 21:47:56 (72.69.58.103)
One thing I can do in the winter is turn on my Nord Hypex machine to warm up the place. :). .......
113: it's great (5.09)
Posted by bullethead on 2009-12-04, 18:13:04 (173.68.61.124)
My amp now has power, spinning vinyl, CD, or PC Audio it's more detail than I was used to using the DAC as a preamp. I'm satisfied :) Sound is still neutral, and has more heft, just what I was looking .......
114: I have no clue... (5.09)
Posted by bullethead on 2013-01-20, 18:19:11 (173.68.61.124)
I don't know what SE is, and I'm having a hard time typing this. As far as I know it's fully balanced, that alien language you speak of I have no idea, unless I am abducted by aliens and learn more... .......
115: thanks ozzy (5.09)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-01-02, 05:03:51 (173.68.58.101)
if I leave the tube amp on lets say for 12 hours at a time unattended would that be a fire hazard? Just wondering. I read some horror stories. .......
116: RE: I Will Politely Suggest You Are Wrong... (5.09)
Posted by bullethead on 2016-02-20, 13:25:03 (108.14.40.252)
Lol, training, I am a legendary reviewer in my own mind, and in my paranoid fantasy I am also sought after by all the publications. They don't call this the Internet for nothing. .......
117: RE: Passive/Active (5.09)
Posted by bullethead on 2016-12-27, 08:54:38 (108.14.104.71)
Thanks for your feedback, I've been looking at this one for the past 2 years, got the SE for $1,799 on their year end sale. Good to see made in the USA as well. I'll let you all know how it goes. ::: .......
118: RE: Just curious, what's wrong with going from laptop through DAC to main system? (5.09)
Posted by bullethead on 2020-09-29, 07:48:16 (74.101.5.43)
cheers to you too! I'll lean towards Sonos. Now I have to figure out what kind of speaker cables to use and move on from there. thanks all for the help. .......
119: armchair electrical engineers (5.09)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-09-26, 08:30:37 (108.29.158.46)
there are lots of armchair engineers here, I avoid them. .......
120: RE: Question for you (5.06)
Posted by bullethead on 2009-10-18, 19:07:24 (98.113.217.90)
I haven't measured the desired SPL. Many others have commented about this to me before as well. I have to take that into consideration in measurements in the future. I'll take that into consideration .......
121: good class D will cost you double if not a lot more (5.05)
Posted by bullethead on 2013-01-26, 08:56:24 (173.68.61.124)
I would recommend looking at Emotiva amps. They'll be better suited to your budget. I would also recommend Dussun. .......
122: some findings (5.05)
Posted by bullethead on 2016-02-20, 11:02:51 (108.14.40.252)
I think it is something weighing on me. I don't think I am crazy but cannot be certain. Thanks though, it is great fun :) I think the Ncore amp is not forgiving of crappily recorded material, I have l .......
123: nope (5.04)
Posted by bullethead on 2017-02-14, 19:27:29 (108.14.104.71)
I made it louder and it was good, put it past 25 on the dial of volume, not sure if it goes to 100. also SACD sounds glorious! Compared to CD quality. .......
124: thanks all for the help and chiming in (5.04)
Posted by bullethead on 2016-02-07, 10:11:10 (108.14.40.252)
I have the Merrill, will let y'all know what I think next weekend. I won't be enjoying the Super Bowl today but I will be enjoying the bread part of the circus, Hail Caesar! .......
125: REVIEW: Bel Canto Design Ref 500s Amplifier (SS) (5.01)
Posted by bullethead on 2011-11-07, 20:06:04 (173.68.56.171)
Model: Ref 500s Category: Amplifier (SS) Suggested Retail Price: $2999 CAD Description: Class-D Reference Manufacturer URL: Bel Canto Design Review by bullethead on November 07, 2011 a .......
126: RE: ncore (5.01)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-05-21, 11:40:18 (72.69.58.61)
The technology is very good. I only brought it up because the Ncore sounds really good, if you DIY you'll be pleased with what is possible. .......
127: RE: Hypex Ncore amplifier break in question (5.00)
Posted by bullethead on 2016-02-20, 07:07:04 (108.14.40.252)
I don't want my speakers running that long. I am a believer that all components will have to be activated for settlement. It is a hard task to go through this in the way I describe, but well worth it. .......
128: RE: Looking into all in one streamer amp (5.00)
Posted by bullethead on 2020-09-28, 08:14:35 (74.101.5.43)
yes thank you, I see there's a Powernode with HDMI as well. I didn't know about that. Not to mention the addition of high res support (I'm thinking Amazon HD will be great since their app for that wor .......
129: I second Marantz (5.00)
Posted by bullethead on 2013-03-02, 21:51:34 (173.68.61.124)
I have a rather inexpensive 50wpc Marantz receiver that I am amazed with. I now use it as a preamp to a Bel Canto S300 amp, but on its own it's well worth the money, and that is at the low end. ::: TO .......
130: Krell (4.98)
Posted by bullethead on 2019-03-23, 17:31:03 (71.105.116.25)
That's a nice one. I've never heard Krell equipment I don't think. That's what I am taking about something you like the sound of that lasts decades. Suspicious electric consumption with that amp. ::: .......
131: RE: Hypex NCore Stereo amp, looking for 300 watts into 8 ohms (4.98)
Posted by bullethead on 2016-02-07, 07:20:58 (108.14.40.252)
yes, I know. I'd rather support local communities here in the USA. Even if the modules are outsourced no matter, it is something to be said about working within our borders for the most part. At least .......
132: absolutely stunning (4.95)
Posted by bullethead on 2009-11-30, 20:32:51 (173.68.61.124)
That's a beautiful piece of equipment. So it does sound as great as it looks? It should only get better over time, Congrats! I've never heard of that equipment before. Looking at it it's a pure esoter .......
133: RE: Ping Bullethead / Home Audition of Bel Canto REF500S Amp (4.94)
Posted by katylied on 2013-05-25, 02:19:23 (222.64.222.123)
Disbeliever, I am curious to know which amp you found is "listenable" ...... no pun, just simple curiosity. .......
134: same here (4.94)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-11-20, 09:07:42 (71.105.116.25)
I record my own music at 24/192, that's about as high as I get. My buds got DSD studio in his attic, I don't like that you can't mix and edit it. DSD is more like analog tape. Cheers! .......
135: I would be interest in what you think of the Shunyata outlet (4.94)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-03-28, 13:45:53 (72.69.58.61)
I would be interested in your thoughts when you switch out the outlet to Shunyata. Let us know in Cable Asylum, there are a few there who are really helpful with all kinds of feedback. .......
136: RE: preamp with balanced input out with good sound quality on the cheap? (4.92)
Posted by bullethead on 2009-11-28, 15:08:44 (173.68.61.124)
I didn't even think of PS Audio. If all works out I'll have the Trio P-200 in a few days. Now I have to find a place to put the turntable. .......
137: RE: Ping Bullethead / Home Audition of Bel Canto REF500S Amp (4.91)
Posted by jimmycj on 2013-05-26, 19:54:33 (68.117.70.24)
No shit I've had BC and red dragon the bass was way way too much. After extended listening I couldn't get rid if them fast enough. .......
138: RE: went shopping today (4.91)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-07-06, 11:51:10 (71.105.155.166)
I've been attacked and assaulted over my amp selections for over 20 years, they have all been class D switching amps and every time I upgrade they get better and better. It is an exponential curve so .......
139: how do you like the McIntosh? (4.91)
Posted by bullethead on 2012-11-04, 07:47:39 (98.116.102.137)
I have never heard McIntosh, but everything I have read about it, it seems that company is one of the gems in this hobby. Like the holy grail of equipment. That must be awesome, without a doubt it wou .......
140: RE: went shopping today (4.90)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-07-06, 11:48:48 (71.105.155.166)
It takes some time to build, I've commented on Ncore amps before, the best I've heard in my life. Once it breaks in properly I'll write a review. .......
141: RE: Nord is basically a building heater (4.90)
Posted by bullethead on 2020-12-18, 08:33:04 (72.69.58.103)
It is cooled down since it snowed here. The electric with an extra 2,400 watts for two power supplies helps the electric company make money :) .......
142: new Nord amps with Red D boards, anyone heard this? (4.90)
Posted by bullethead on 2019-01-19, 10:00:33 (71.105.116.25)
I see Nord is at Rev D with their input boards. Does anyone know where I can find a review? Looks like it is available for both Hypex NC and Ice. .......
143: RE: Sony (4.89)
Posted by bullethead on 2019-01-10, 15:18:52 (71.105.116.25)
My buds using it with a Technics Sl-1200MK2 and a Pair of Audes Excellence 1's. I know it is not crazy high end prices with the amp at $149 but it is a winner, especially with Bluetooth and MM phono s .......
144: RE: Not happy with my preamp (4.87)
Posted by bullethead on 2009-12-26, 09:54:12 (173.68.61.124)
I'm sure it would sound fantastic with the PS Audio amplifier. I think that it's not an ideal match for my other components however. How do you like your setup? I see you're all PS Audio. Synergy like .......
145: These are $12k a pair of monoblocks (4.86)
Posted by bullethead on 2017-10-01, 13:29:35 (108.29.164.195)
, .......
146: I talked to my friend a tech (4.86)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-11-18, 14:53:44 (71.105.116.25)
I have a friend Martin who's a tech, he usually operates on CBs and HAM radios, he has the schematics for it, he's going to take a look at it. Thanks a lot for all the help, I didn't know MF had opera .......
147: RE: Nord Two Ice Power SE (4.83)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-06-29, 05:32:57 (71.105.155.166)
I'm convinced Hypex is alien technology. I have a discontinued Hypex unit myself. I'm not sure what else to say. ICE and Hypex are both very very good. .......
148: Re: Best replacement for Musical Fidelity A3.5 Integrated? (4.82)
Posted by bullethead on 2007-01-07, 09:21:43 (71.251.2.252)
Oops, I just read that you are into Rock Music and loud volume levels. BelCanto is one route to go with that choice, the Integrated I believe is rated at 300watts @ 4ohms. .......
149: I will keep it, here's how I do it (4.82)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-01-01, 17:21:19 (173.68.58.101)
come by, have a cigar and relax with me. I have buffers (cathode followers) with tubes at the sources and then to a class D amp, sounds great. if I wasn't paranoid of setting my house on fire I would .......
150: website seems limited (4.82)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-07-04, 08:17:37 (173.56.36.60)
I am interested in this nCore technology design. Where can I read more about it? Seems the web site is pretty limited on info, seems more to have style than content. also I wish they would bring back .......
151: RE: Mark Levinson No. 585 (4.82)
Posted by bullethead on 2016-01-24, 14:50:51 (108.14.40.252)
Looks interesting, but not enough power for my gallos. Sorry I can't help, can't order it online new, so I guess I'll never get a chance to own it. Interesting built in DAC but the 200 watts seems too .......
152: RE: It's good to see others exploring different types of audio - please post more (4.82)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-07-19, 07:39:34 (71.105.155.166)
I ordered directly from the Nord Acoustics in the UK. 3 days it arrived, fantastic! It is build to order about 2 weeks to build right now. Best I have heard in my life so far. .......
153: RE: Delay relay (4.82)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-11-18, 12:24:47 (71.105.116.25)
thanks, I told him to check fuse first. hopefully this will help him, if not the fuse, and not the delay relay, maybe time to get it to a tech; .......
154: wasn't aware of that, thanks (4.82)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-11-18, 15:30:54 (71.105.116.25)
thanks a lot for the information, this model is rather old and was built in the UK, schematics are available from a search online. I am a fan of Pro-Ject, that is interesting news I wasn't aware of. : .......
155: you can't (4.80)
Posted by bullethead on 2011-11-12, 07:38:49 (98.116.191.239)
And that's a weakness. I have a sub but it is garbage, too slow for pairing with the Harbeths. I'm not loaded so I am not finished, it's a process of tweaking as funds and life allow. If you can recom .......
156: RE: I Will Politely Suggest You Are Wrong... (4.78)
Posted by bullethead on 2016-02-20, 12:54:01 (108.14.40.252)
My ENT says I have 20% above average hearing, I can't see too good though so I only have a 520p projector and am happy watching just poor quality YouTube videos :) My brain is a strange thing, I don't .......
157: Got the Jena Labs jumpers today Re: Get the Jena Labs jumpers, and be prepared to be amazed [nt] (4.78)
Posted by bullethead on 2006-09-30, 08:56:30 (71.125.32.122)
WOW ! more thoughts to follow .......
158: (see response to Stryder's post below) well worth it... (4.78)
Posted by bullethead on 2008-07-17, 18:09:09 (71.167.158.12)
I am using the 4 ohm speakers after modifying the motherboard as per bobwire post on this unit in the tweaker's asylum. The sound is much better, the top end has opened up and I highly recommend this .......
159: RE: ncore (4.75)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-05-21, 14:34:27 (72.69.58.61)
"Wanna build a couple of these? I'll build, you TEST. Than I'll build a pair for ME." I would have loved to but I'm unemployed and cash flow negative. Maybe next year? Who's Bruno? .......
160: RE: Then and Now and Next (4.75)
Posted by bullethead on 2013-06-15, 23:00:26 (98.116.191.199)
I remember when the JVC started to act up, it was possessed by daemons and I gave it to my brother and he killed it. Haha, I bought him an Onkyo and I wound up with a Bel Canto system and Anthony Gall .......
161: RE: After awhile, Wyred 4 Sound STP-SE passive/active thoughts (4.74)
Posted by samac on 2017-03-09, 05:05:51 (24.140.88.103)
Any further thoughts on the STP-SE, bullethead? Is it a keeper? Cheers, Scott .......
162: RE: Class D amps and power chords (4.74)
Posted by bullethead on 2017-07-19, 03:50:28 (108.29.164.195)
I too use Hypex, all power is world class, Shunyata from outlet (which is also audiophile upgraded outlet), Gutwire to amp. .......
163: I'll wait (4.74)
Posted by bullethead on 2009-11-28, 09:34:06 (173.68.61.124)
the Bel Canto Pre3 is $2g, I'll wait. If I am still employed this time next year I'll already have it :) Sometimes this audio asylum acts like some sort of shrink's couch! .......
164: RE: ???? (4.72)
Posted by bullethead on 2016-02-21, 17:38:23 (108.14.40.252)
apologies, I meant there's plenty of time for this settling period, I'd rather not run them (the speakers) for days on end, if it takes a year it takes a year. I'm patient, that's what I meant. ::: TO .......
165: RE: electric went nuts (4.71)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-07-20, 12:52:06 (71.105.155.166)
My area just got SMART METERS too, there is a rumor that they are supposed to be responsible for all the fires you hear about in California as they malfunction a lot, and the electric bills are higher .......
166: RE: what kind of speakers are you running? /nt (4.71)
Posted by bullethead on 2010-02-23, 14:51:56 (208.54.87.52)
Using Harbeth Compact 7-ES3's. From the comment below as well the system is forward, exstremely detailed now, not smooth, a little rough. Still fantastic, but I am interested in a different sound, I c .......
167: bel canto (4.70)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-09-12, 12:21:38 (108.29.158.46)
I have the REF500s, it is ICE at least the version I have. I see the 600Ms are about $3,300 CAD per monoblock. I'll wait until I see a dual mono version then I'll pull the trigger, I've been waiting f .......
168: agree (4.70)
Posted by bullethead on 2016-02-20, 11:33:37 (108.14.40.252)
I agree, especially about the temperature of the room and the humidity. I was wondering why I am not feeling it today, it is abnormally hot very hot in the Northeast, I opened up my windows, I feel sl .......
169: New preamp, so far so good out of the box (4.70)
Posted by bullethead on 2017-01-04, 08:33:32 (108.14.104.71)
Got the Wyred 4 Sound STP-SE today, hooked it up, out of the box sounds good. Will chime in in a few months my thoughts further. Pretty happy man I am. Thanks for all the comments before, this o .......
170: RE: Looks like I'll be using 'Passive' mode most often (4.70)
Posted by bullethead on 2020-09-17, 07:40:02 (74.101.5.43)
Thanks for letting us know what you think. It is very nice you can switch it around for different sounds. I've always found vocals sound better with a touch of tube myself, not so much for instrument .......
171: RE: New Merrill Audio monoblocks (4.70)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-05-18, 16:10:02 (72.69.58.61)
The web site seems to be under construction, it could be a place holder from the web developer. That was what was on the web site when I posted it. I can't afford it anyway and if that is the price is .......
172: thanks a lot (4.69)
Posted by bullethead on 2016-02-07, 07:04:18 (108.14.40.252)
once Uncle Jacob J. Lew pays me what he owes me I'll consider it. I anticipate a Hypex solution from Bel Canto, seems to be they make Monos first then develop a S version. Anticipating a 600S but I co .......
173: thank you (4.67)
Posted by bullethead on 2009-12-02, 16:43:51 (173.68.61.124)
I'm sure I'll be pleased with it. I read some of the findings, a positive review of an older more expensive PS Audio unit using gain cell, and some bashing about it having a $3 chip, what else is new, .......
174: RE: Yeah the review was rather hard to follow.... (4.67)
Posted by bullethead on 2011-11-07, 21:08:41 (173.68.56.171)
I was aware of the tripath and other class t amps. I dismissed that technology. Bel Canto uses a modified b&o ice board. Upgrade and tweak everything except the amps. Class t could be good as well I h .......
175: problem fixed (4.67)
Posted by bullethead on 2017-07-01, 13:51:05 (108.29.164.195)
Thank you very much. I was very confused about the HT setting when reading the manual, I have no intentions of using a home theater setting, perhaps it was set by default at the factory or I was inheb .......
176: RE: I talked to my friend a tech (4.67)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-11-18, 16:51:04 (71.105.116.25)
Good product though, I was going to say to ship a huge heavy amp like that back and forth to England at least $200, plus parts and UK labor is expensive it would be better for my bud to take a look at .......
177: congrats (4.64)
Posted by bullethead on 2012-12-31, 09:54:59 (173.68.61.124)
There's something to be said about the high end. There's Mercedes, and then there's Maybach. Congrats, I hope you find the music as blissful as your equipment review. I enjoyed it immensely, the photo .......
178: great, good for you (4.64)
Posted by bullethead on 2016-04-16, 10:55:25 (108.14.40.252)
that's great you found something you liked. I've always been a fan of Class D, and with the advancements in Hypex recently I am thrilled for what it does for me. Mainly because my speakers are very ha .......
179: RE: How's the bass? (4.64)
Posted by bullethead on 2008-07-31, 17:30:26 (72.68.230.46)
What are you guys talking about? I have a Bel Canto setup here and am floored on how great it sounds. This $20,000 setup rivals my other $40,000 setup... A Receiver it is not... It's a strange hobby t .......
180: RE: Hypex Ncore amplifier break in question (4.63)
Posted by bullethead on 2016-02-20, 05:52:21 (108.14.40.252)
Thank you for your help. I just recently bought a Merrill Taranis. I figured 1,000 plus hours or so. I appreciate the knowledge, thanks. For eye candy, here is the latest picture of the system. It .......
181: Redemption (4.62)
Posted by bullethead on 2017-07-06, 05:14:33 (108.29.164.195)
if you mean being cleared of sin, I have blessed you. just remember when it is time to go, move away from the light, most people go towards the light, and they wind up back here. View Yo .......
182: RE: Sure, if he wants one with a noisy cooling fan (4.60)
Posted by Awe-d-o-file on 2018-03-29, 13:27:32 (50.110.164.34)
Yes now that I used a computer instead f of an Android device I see now that Amazon puts the description all the way at the bottom passed other recommended products. That sucks. So west coast bulleth .......
183: RE: I have used Tube preamp with the Dussun v6i, very similar (4.59)
Posted by bullethead on 2010-02-10, 15:59:03 (71.183.62.175)
Yes, you can find a great preamp for not much money. The Dussun integrated amps make excellent powerful stand alone amplifiers. Adding in tubes to the chain makes the sound really good from my experim .......
184: dark room (4.57)
Posted by bullethead on 2016-02-13, 18:30:44 (108.14.40.252)
since it is basically reflective, in a dark room it looks black. very cool display, they are even better looking in person. I have had it up to about 250-300 watts, no distortion, everything seems ver .......
185: RE: Hyped Ncore NC400 kits how good are they? (4.57)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-05-21, 08:27:52 (72.69.58.61)
I used a Bel Canto REF 500S and compared it to what I had now. Hypex NCore sounds better, I believe ICE has been discounted a couple of years ago already. Check out the Nord amps if you want to hear a .......
186: just a thought from my experience (4.57)
Posted by bullethead on 2012-11-24, 07:43:25 (98.116.102.137)
I had a JVC receiver from back in the day that old, with dolby that only had the back speakers playing with surround as well. You would probably be best taking a look at what is out there now. There a .......
187: RE: ncore (4.57)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-05-21, 11:19:47 (72.69.58.61)
I have a Merrill Audio Taranis. I've also noticed Nord makes similar amps. The sound is really good, that's saying it lightly. Best I heard in my system for about $2,500. There seems to be a movement .......
188: in response to my review (4.57)
Posted by bullethead on 2011-11-07, 20:30:56 (173.68.56.171)
I did not want mix my ramblings about the amp with my review. Overall my thoughts on the amp asylum sum up the subtle differences it has compared to the no longer in production S300. Seperation of ins .......
189: RE: Have you played any real music yet? (4.54)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-11-22, 07:40:45 (71.105.116.25)
That's another league. Not my club, I am terrified of classical and country. Apologies I can't give impressions of performance using classical music. Especially a guy who writes a victory speech piece .......
190: RE: If you are hoping to get a scientific match, you probably drive yourself hatstand. (4.54)
Posted by bullethead on 2016-03-04, 17:48:08 (108.14.40.252)
There is a great Liberace documentary on YouTube. . I was rather saddened that he had pianos painted on murals all over his mansion... I like Tony Montana style better. Black lampshades do it for m .......
191: RE: Delay relay (4.53)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-11-18, 13:19:07 (71.105.116.25)
yes IMHO not worth fixing, I don't know my bud's financial situation, to send to england to fix probably not worth it when you can get a Sonos amp for $500. when there's probably no one in england lef .......
192: good question, I did the same when I had that amp (4.53)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-05-14, 00:29:14 (173.56.38.94)
I did the exact same thing when I had that amp. by the way it is an awesome amp. I noticed extended highs and more air and detail in the recordings after removing the caps. I at the time didn't know w .......
193: RE: Bel Canto DAC3 preamp section replace current tube preamp? thinking about trying it (4.51)
Posted by bullethead on 2007-07-28, 09:40:19 (71.125.13.173)
I tried it. The sound was really detailed. Almost too much detail, I don't think I'm ready for that. I'm used to less detail and not so much up front in your face sound. I went back to the AES after a .......
194: RE: went shopping today (4.50)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-07-08, 14:13:45 (71.105.155.166)
The main Hypex web site in the Netherlands has all the info, even about the OEM modules. .......
195: RE: good question, I did the same when I had that amp (4.50)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-05-14, 15:18:46 (173.56.38.94)
I eventually upgraded my entire system to Bel Canto. I use a Bel Canto REF500s amp now (also Class D), very nice upgrade for me. Enjoy the new sound with the enhancements you made :) that is a very ni .......
196: Yes. And Yes (4.47)
Posted by bullethead on 2016-02-10, 14:42:35 (66.249.83.88)
Primary amp (Merrill in my case) drives the primary setup. Including the first voicecoil of the woofer configuration which goes down to about 35hz. With second voicecoil driven (separate amp needed fo .......
197: RE: Musical Fidelity M2si any good (4.47)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-12-05, 08:10:38 (71.105.116.25)
I have some experience with Musical Fidelity. I bought a CD player and a slightly more powerful integrated about 20 years ago. If they are still true to their house sound you'll be pleased with Musica .......
198: logitech bluebox (4.46)
Posted by bullethead on 2019-01-10, 19:18:40 (71.105.116.25)
I've heard this, it is great, logitech bluebox (bluetooth adaptor). Someone I know found it for $25 at best buy. .......
199: well (4.45)
Posted by bullethead on 2012-05-28, 07:19:49 (98.116.102.18)
I would probably say keep the Adcom. I was browsing a few seconds for you, did you ever check out Emotiva? They have a clearance on their older flagship processor for $499 you should check it out, it' .......
200: let me clarify "Still not fully where my other setup is" (4.44)
Posted by bullethead on 2008-07-17, 18:38:30 (71.167.158.12)
talking to myself now but: After putting on an acoustic guitar cd (Ulver - Kveldssanger) through a NAD M5 using AES connection into a Bel Canto DAC3 out to the Onkyo into the Dynaudios I spoke of: I h .......
Found 115 records in Cable Asylum.
1: Hey, Joe, and sorry for the hijack Bullethead . . . (6.79)
Posted by JoshT on 2013-07-01, 21:33:35 (71.233.237.46)
Joe, How do you like your CJ CA200? I've got one and love it, though I also have a similar Bel Canto system as Bullethead's in another room and love that too. Very different presentations, but they ar .......
2: thanks all (nt) (6.79)
Posted by bullethead on 2006-12-30, 07:50:38 (71.251.2.252)
. .......
3: thanks a lot for your recommendation and help (nt) (6.59)
Posted by bullethead on 2009-12-07, 09:03:09 (173.68.61.124)
! .......
4: I just had a mystical experience (6.45)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-09-25, 17:36:16 (108.29.158.46)
from these cables! Thanks .......
5: you too man! (6.45)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-12-31, 19:00:54 (71.105.116.25)
you too, thanks for all the help over the years all! cheers! .......
6: Absolutely no regrets (nt) (6.45)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-12-03, 15:18:02 (108.14.40.252)
69 .......
7: Thanks all I went with a pair of BJs (6.39)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-11-28, 15:54:32 (108.14.40.252)
Thanks for the advice, 3 votes, I appreciate it. I look forward to it ;) .......
8: thanks (6.32)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-12-03, 23:27:05 (71.105.116.25)
thanks for this, I'll reference that when the time comes. Not bad for under $2 a foot. .......
9: I have made a decision. (6.32)
Posted by bullethead on 2000-06-30, 11:52:27 (63.16.18.102)
I found out that the Musical Fidelity does indeed take banana plugs so I went with Analysis plus. I thank you all for your help. .......
10: RE: Installed it, initial thoughts compared to Gutwire (6.26)
Posted by bullethead on 2017-10-27, 07:40:37 (108.29.164.195)
Thanks for your insight. .......
11: Update on the Gutwire B-12 (6.26)
Posted by The Dill on 2017-11-03, 07:58:08 (24.21.110.29)
I received the power cord with postage paid by bullethead via USPS Priority Mail super fast. Thank you for your generous gift. Upon opening my mail locker the smell of cigarette smoke hit me. Now, to .......
12: RE: LOL! (6.22)
Posted by bullethead on 2016-03-27, 19:36:59 (108.14.40.252)
I get what you are saying but I can't handle that stuff, if that is what you mean. Some people can't believe it isn't for everyone. I prefer hypnotics ... .......
13: RE: I guess I answered my own question (6.20)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-01-19, 20:33:44 (108.27.17.93)
cool. I prefer all silver. Can't do anything about the wiring in the speakers though. .......
14: Thanks again for the BJ recommendation, got a pair today (6.14)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-12-02, 12:12:33 (108.14.40.252)
Sounds pretty good out of the box, thanks again. .......
15: RE: Heck, I didn't WANT a the power cable... (6.14)
Posted by bullethead on 2017-10-24, 08:53:33 (108.29.164.195)
I'm done with Gutwire. Looking forward to my Audioquest experience. .......
16: BOARD! can you move this to the PC audio section? There was no option for that in the review form [nt] (6.14)
Posted by bullethead on 2008-09-04, 17:06:15 (71.190.235.189)
. .......
17: I used to use anticables (6.08)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-03-14, 14:29:44 (108.27.17.93)
they sounded great, upgraded to silver Nordost, about 20x more in cost. not to much different IMHO. .......
18: RE: silver pins too (6.08)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-09-27, 06:07:50 (108.29.158.46)
I bought the interconnects sound unheard, I am glad I did. Wonderful difference. .......
19: I had a pair (6.08)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-12-02, 07:07:27 (71.105.116.25)
I remember them as sounding very good, bass bloat was cleared up. If I were to do it all over again I would not think twice of giving them another shot. .......
20: thanks for the info all, (6.08)
Posted by bullethead on 2007-08-21, 16:22:16 (71.251.28.135)
Perhaps I am getting a little paranoid in my old age, I do agree that a tighter connection is better. If it means I have to be careful connecting and disconnecting so be it! .......
21: yes, I'm feeling silver (6.02)
Posted by bullethead on 2009-04-25, 12:46:19 (173.68.58.59)
Looked into Clear Day as well..., any others? Some of you have swapped more cables than man can imagine, I appreciate the comments so far. Thanks .......
22: the secret to the magic of mankind and the clear white light! (6.02)
Posted by bullethead on 2013-07-01, 19:19:44 (173.68.59.137)
Now you know why I am single and drive a cheap car :-) .......
23: cyclops (6.02)
Posted by bullethead on 2013-07-04, 04:56:00 (173.68.59.137)
how much difference can you hear in the cyclops? I'm thinking about the 6 outlet version. .......
24: RE: Duster on speaker cables (5.96)
Posted by bullethead on 2020-09-11, 09:02:18 (74.101.5.43)
Look into any silver based Nordost. That's what I use, then upgrade up the chain to the same metal. It is a better conductor than copper. .......
25: thanks (5.96)
Posted by bullethead on 2009-12-05, 09:28:32 (173.68.61.124)
headed to Radio Shack and picked up both of them. Just sprayed it on my connectors, going to wait a few minutes then apply the gold spray. Much appreciated. .......
26: question for stereo5 (5.91)
Posted by bullethead on 2017-11-28, 10:54:42 (108.29.164.195)
Did the King Cobra XLR work alright? If so you'll be impressed after 1,000 hours even more so. Congrats... .......
27: RE: Onda cables, a gem from a boutique shop (5.91)
Posted by fantja on 2015-09-25, 12:18:57 (165.214.11.74)
so true-bullethead. So many cables, so little time... .......
28: indeed, I just twisted them together (5.88)
Posted by bullethead on 2007-01-01, 06:06:15 (71.251.2.252)
Thanks for the heads up on that one, I twisted them together and did notice an increased top end extension. It's amazing really when you think about it! Thanks again for all of the comments. ::: TOPIC .......
29: Leviton (5.84)
Posted by bullethead on 2017-11-06, 05:17:03 (108.29.164.195)
I have a Leviton installed on the wall. model : 635-5362-IGS 20 Amp Duplex Receptacle .......
30: RE: REVIEW: AudioQuest Diamond Toslink Cable (5.75)
Posted by bullethead on 2019-01-17, 07:43:33 (71.105.116.25)
Top of the line and an excellent level to be at with Diamond. For SPDIF I like the VDM-5. .......
31: RE: [insert inappropriate humor here] (5.75)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-11-29, 14:03:30 (108.14.40.252)
I couldn't live with myself, had to get something better. The Kmart RCAs are unshielded, besides the pair of BJs only cost me about $20 because I had some points to redeem at Amazon. .......
32: RE: Slow down that timing, smooth. Optical cable experiments , preaching to the choir I gather (5.75)
Posted by bullethead on 2016-03-17, 17:32:30 (108.14.40.252)
Thanks for your thoughts on glass toslink. I won't be trying anything else for the foreseeable future :) .......
33: RE: Update on the Gutwire B-12 (5.75)
Posted by bullethead on 2017-11-03, 14:51:18 (108.29.164.195)
Cool, thanks for finding a use for it. I wasn't happy with the Audioquest, I ordered a HiDiamond P3, just put it in my system. I may follow up with a new thread later. .......
34: silver pins too (5.75)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-09-26, 11:41:13 (108.29.158.46)
the use of silver pins in the XLRs that I use struck me as a good idea as well. .......
35: RE: Pretty happy with my 'tone'.... (5.70)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-12-02, 06:55:39 (71.105.116.25)
Very nice system, especially your DAC. No one is going to convince you to get Cardas Clear Sky 1m XLR pair. Your microphone cable is fine :) .......
36: cables and contacts cleaning? (5.70)
Posted by bullethead on 2009-12-05, 07:20:53 (173.68.61.124)
what do you all use to clean your contacts on the cables and equipment? a chemical solution of some kind? .......
37: too much of a good thing (5.65)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-09-26, 01:50:39 (108.29.158.46)
my initial reaction was to do the same and get more of the same and re-wire the whole system. I think that would also be too much of a good thing, also I can't afford it at the moment. :) .......
38: RE: HiDiamond P3 power cord thoughts (5.65)
Posted by Duster on 2017-11-05, 17:01:04 (73.157.15.7)
Hi bullethead, What make/model hospital grade outlet AC outlet is installed at the wall? .......
39: Remove ferrite? any tips on how to do this? (5.62)
Posted by bullethead on 2008-09-10, 11:58:24 (63.97.151.130)
After doing some research and reading other experiences, it looks like removing the ferrite is the way to go. Any tips on how to do this without damaging the cable? .......
40: The BJs are great (5.62)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-12-02, 18:33:57 (108.14.40.252)
They opened up after about 8 hours, out of the box they sounded good, but everything became louder and opened up, really nice sound. Thank you again and all the others who recommended Blue Jeans cable .......
41: RE: Not a Troll. Honest ? Are Ethernet cables all the same (5.58)
Posted by bullethead on 2017-08-06, 17:17:12 (108.29.164.195)
I use Cat 5e, the e is important, you get up to a gigabit support with that. I say it now but Gigabit is real fast right now. Future proof you can go with Cat 7. Not sure what else to say. ::: TOPIC:: .......
42: definitely (5.49)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-03-12, 18:10:47 (108.27.17.93)
I recommend upgrading everything in the chain. I'm fortunate to use silver based cables throughout, although some don't like the sound, I enjoy it immensely. congrats on the upgrade :) more detail is .......
43: I second the Blue Jeans Cable (5.45)
Posted by bullethead on 2016-03-16, 16:35:43 (108.14.40.252)
I second the Blue Jeans Cable. Thanks a lot for all who recommended it to me awhile back. .......
44: BlueJeans makes a good digital cable too (5.44)
Posted by bullethead on 2017-12-05, 17:20:51 (108.29.164.195)
blue jeans makes a great digital cable, that's what I use. .......
45: RE: Cardas jumper cables - do they make a difference? (5.43)
Posted by bullethead on 2009-04-30, 16:40:50 (173.68.58.59)
I can't comment on Cardas. But when I owned a pair of speakers that had those metal strip connectors to bypass the bi-wire I used Analysis Plus jumpers and noticed immediate improvements. Give it a go .......
46: can't comment on Mapleshade but... (5.37)
Posted by bullethead on 2007-01-06, 09:11:24 (71.251.2.252)
I have the Anticables and love them. It seems I would by instinct get the thicker Mapleshades however if I were to decide on that route. The more strands the better! Anticables are 12 gauge core coppe .......
47: greasy? (Deoxit & Deoxit gold?) (5.35)
Posted by bullethead on 2009-12-06, 09:51:40 (173.68.61.124)
It's a bit greasy after application, is this normal? I wiped off the excess residue, but I guess this is normal eh? Just wondering... .......
48: RE: cyclops (5.33)
Posted by gshepardbuster on 2013-07-04, 06:15:14 (166.147.104.173)
bullethead: was using a Hydra 4 and went to the Cyclops (only need two outlets) and am already over budget on everything. The Hydra 4 is good but the Cyclops is much better. Its not slap you in the fa .......
49: RE: Ferrites on USB cables (5.23)
Posted by bullethead on 2019-10-21, 14:43:25 (108.29.164.31)
I had bought a cable with ferrites on it, when I cut them off and removed the ferrites I noticed a better more neutral sound. The ferrites seemed to dull the sound. It could very well be that I just l .......
50: Kimber Illuminations Orchid (5.21)
Posted by bullethead on 2009-05-11, 16:56:19 (98.113.34.116)
Upgraded a couple of weeks ago the link between my cdp/dac with a Kimber Illuminations Orchid. Sounds really good, I don't know how much better it can get really. Any thoughts on this cable? ::: TOPI .......
51: Switched from HiDiamond to Audioquest power cord on my Hypex (5.15)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-06-17, 08:36:33 (71.105.155.166)
Difference being silver vs. copper. I find less volume but a warmer sound when using a copper power cord compared to silver. .......
52: Re: Interesting comments (5.15)
Posted by bullethead on 2007-01-01, 18:40:04 (71.251.2.252)
Thanks for your reply. The speakers are rated down to about 50hz or so, so a subwoofer is needed in the most optimal configurations anyway. The bass has tightened up, I am sure this "bass bloat" you s .......
53: cool (5.12)
Posted by bullethead on 2013-07-04, 07:05:36 (173.68.59.137)
cool, thanks for the info. I'm holding off on any more upgrades for awhile, I made a good investment in the stock market recently and jumped out of it a few weeks ago, so I took a portion of the earni .......
54: RE: Audioquest NRG-2 Power cable (5.12)
Posted by bullethead on 2017-10-24, 12:52:32 (108.29.164.195)
I've been a fan of audioquest for a long time. Looking forward to trying their power cable products. One of the better cables from them I have that I use is a Diamond Toslink cable, it is great. Uses .......
55: RE: Heck, I didn't WANT a the power cable... (5.11)
Posted by bullethead on 2017-10-25, 09:53:53 (108.29.164.195)
if all goes well the post office says you should get it tomorrow. It is a bulk version of that Gutwire cable. It is really cool you know what you are doing with that stuff. I hope you enjoy, should ge .......
56: RE: How to I tame the jungle of wires behind my system? (5.05)
Posted by bullethead on 2009-04-30, 16:43:22 (173.68.58.59)
roll up the TV Cable line and put it on the other side of the room. I think the problems are caused by the Cable wire. I've read many of which who've done this (getting that Cable line the hell out of .......
57: REVIEW: Kimber Kable USB Cable (5.01)
Posted by bullethead on 2008-09-04, 17:04:25 (71.190.235.189)
Model: USB Category: Cable Suggested Retail Price: $80 Description: "USB" by Kimber Cable Manufacturer URL: Kimber Kable Review by bullethead on September 04, 2008 at 17:04:25 IP Addre .......
58: any recommendation for 1 meter RCA cables under $25? any experience with affordable cables? (5.00)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-11-28, 05:06:48 (108.14.40.252)
I have mostly astronomical expensive cables in my system, what would be a good value cable say $25 for a 1 meter pair of RCA? preferably available on Amazon.com as I have some extra money needed to b .......
59: RE: Analysis Plus Oval 9, initial thoughts out of the box (4.96)
Posted by bullethead on 2007-08-31, 08:24:34 (65.89.227.2)
The treble has more body, and less thinness on the upper limits. I had absolutely no problem with the Oval 12's but the 9's made the 12's seem like they were lacking some treble. That is the 12's do n .......
60: How's the bass, body & timbre? (4.96)
Posted by grailer on 2007-01-01, 08:15:56 (74.69.195.130)
Happy New Year, bullethead. How are the anti-cables sounding now that you've had a few hours on them? From their design, the top-end, speed, and transparency/imaging are probably amazing. But how's th .......
61: I have Shunyata (4.96)
Posted by bullethead on 2017-10-20, 18:56:24 (108.29.164.195)
very good Shunyata is. I use Nordost for my speaker cables, I can't comment on how they operate for power, but for speaker cable Nordost is world class as well. I have one Shunyata into my pain power .......
62: RE: HiDiamond P3 power cord thoughts (4.94)
Posted by bullethead on 2017-11-04, 15:06:10 (108.29.164.195)
Cheers to you, I was lucky that HiDiamond pre burns in the cables, + I got the power cord used so I was able to tell a difference immediately. I had a rather mystical experience at 4 and 5 AM listenin .......
63: Analysis Plus Oval 9, initial thoughts out of the box (4.93)
Posted by bullethead on 2007-08-29, 16:57:28 (96.224.237.249)
I compared a new set of Analysis Plus Oval 9 (the new black colored ones) to Anticables and AP Oval 12's. No contest, and I assure you it's because of the higher guage wire. Common sense upgrade for a .......
64: got them this morning, hooked them up / immediate improvement (4.80)
Posted by bullethead on 2006-12-30, 09:19:02 (71.251.2.252)
Got the anticables this morning, I put in Pink Martini "Hang on Little Tomato". Immediate difference out of the box, it's mind blowing. The only issue I had was that I ordered them too long and have t .......
65: thanks, that is how I built my system up, sources first... (4.80)
Posted by bullethead on 2013-07-01, 18:02:26 (173.68.59.137)
Sources first I have also found from my experiments sources matter most in the upgrade cycle, that is why I am upgrading this way when I am dealing with power sources, power conditioner first, then DA .......
66: dude is a member of Cypress Hill (4.76)
Posted by bullethead on 2016-03-27, 19:05:05 (108.14.40.252)
Not sure if you know but Cypress Hill is a legendary group. A pinnacle of hip hop from the 90s. Dr Greenthumb aka. B Real is a legend and a genius. Check out Cypress Hill III Temples of Boom, if you .......
67: I had a PS Audio outlet (4.75)
Posted by bullethead on 2017-11-06, 08:40:47 (108.29.164.195)
I had a PS Audio outlet, when I moved I left it there. That sounded really good, although I had tube preamp at the time and Audes speakers. I can sense a warmth to the sound, the sound is definitely n .......
68: RE: Blue Jeans LC-1 (4.74)
Posted by Aaron 01 on 2019-01-14, 12:01:42 (73.78.221.34)
I agree with bullethead, in your price range this is a very nice cable, very open and clear. I still have a pair myself. .......
69: Onda cables, a gem from a boutique shop (4.69)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-09-25, 06:21:35 (108.29.158.46)
i found very little info on Onda, a Canadian company. Recently was fortunate to have put Air cables from Onda in my system. The results were dramatically excellent in smoothing out my system, everythi .......
70: RE: upgrade my balanced outputs from DAC to amp? (4.63)
Posted by crossram2x4@aol.com on 2009-04-25, 15:29:02 (98.196.64.162)
Hi bullethead, Assuming you want maximum transparency, air and openness and you are willing to by used from Audiogon: $1400 Range for 2M XLR 1) Synergistic Research Precision Reference 2) Audioquest S .......
71: it just gets better and better (4.58)
Posted by bullethead on 2013-07-01, 18:45:38 (173.68.59.137)
The Nurses keep moving me up floor by floor with each upgrade, they say I am getting better. Time will tell :-) I went with a generic hospital grade outlet, cost about $30 or so, bought on amazon, I .......
72: RE: 12 gauge copper wire, pure copper (maybe 25 or 50 foot?) source needed (4.57)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-12-02, 11:44:34 (71.105.116.25)
Thank you very much I just needed a good source. Sewell seems good. I ordered a 100 foot box of it for my birthday coming up. Nice of you to offer to help, hang onto them you'll never know when you'll .......
73: RE: Any Shunyata power cord users here? (4.53)
Posted by bullethead on 2013-07-02, 17:12:31 (173.68.59.137)
The sound of this new cable which I received today hooked up to the power conditioner is substantially in ascent compared to any earlier presentations I have heard. What I noticed most of all was long .......
74: RE: XLR cables that sound bold, natural, real - silver? (4.52)
Posted by bullethead on 2013-06-30, 17:50:51 (173.68.59.137)
I use Kimber Silver streak XLR from my DAC to amp with good results. It is a kind of interesting hybrid, pure copper for ground, very very nice sounding pure silver for the signal. Cost about $700 USD .......
75: RE: ferrite or non ferrite version? (4.50)
Posted by bullethead on 2008-09-05, 10:37:18 (63.97.151.130)
I was unaware of a version without the ferrite on each end. I have the one with the Ferrite. I compared to a $40 Pro Audio cable (Monster). The Kimber with the ferrite blew that one out of the water. .......
76: RE: Audioquest NRG-2 Power cable (4.49)
Posted by bullethead on 2017-10-30, 07:06:50 (108.29.164.195)
thanks for your insight. I've been listening to the new cable NRG-2 over the past couple of days, sound changed in the first day or two to a a little bit more opened up sound. I might just have to upg .......
77: RE: Most important (4.42)
Posted by bullethead on 2017-07-15, 20:40:53 (108.29.164.195)
I've always made sure source is the best. I've invested a ton of in cables, I always make sure the source is taken care of first. then go down the chain. after over 20 years at this I've improved down .......
78: RE: removed ferrite, thanks (4.42)
Posted by bullethead on 2008-09-13, 05:38:08 (71.190.235.189)
I used an exacto knife to gently cut the plastic cylinders at each end of the cable along the seams. Then I pried the cylinders apart with my fingers. What was left was exposed thin ferrite cylinders .......
79: RE: "Gutwire B-12 power cable" (4.41)
Posted by bullethead on 2017-10-24, 08:14:05 (108.29.164.195)
The Dill won the contest. I know you are waiting for the Harbeth Contest, LOL! I am not sure if I am giving away the Harbeths. I put on some nature sounds thunder sleep music the other day, it did sou .......
80: RE: HiDiamond P3 power cord thoughts (4.40)
Posted by samac on 2017-11-04, 08:39:36 (24.140.88.103)
Very nice, bullethead. The HD P3 looks like an excellent cord. It is interesting and not a little bit disconcerting how much power cords effect our systems. I'm currently burning In a new one myself f .......
81: RE: Shunyata E-Tron VS CX VS Nordost (4.39)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-12-12, 07:17:11 (108.14.40.252)
I use Shunyata power with Nordost speaker cable, I would say if you want intellectual than go with the Nordost, that combination of Nordost power with Nordost for the speaker cable would send me to a .......
82: Audioquest NRG-2 Power cable (4.38)
Posted by bullethead on 2017-10-23, 18:02:14 (108.29.164.195)
I have a Gutwire B-12 power cable and the connectors got too loose where it was losing connection to my amp. I am not good at soldering or taking apart power cables so I looked at what I could do with .......
83: Went w/ the Anticables Speaker cable, am I completely f'in crazy or is anyone with me? (4.33)
Posted by bullethead on 2006-12-26, 18:04:37 (71.251.2.173)
I decided to order the Anticables speaker cable. After being lured towards weird speaker cables that need batteries and cost $600 I decided to take the experimental tab off of the sheet and go with th .......
84: RE: practical attempts vs using theory in placement of interconnects and powercords (4.33)
Posted by bullethead on 2013-07-02, 17:25:33 (173.68.59.137)
I don't know. I checked out you system profile, you are so serious, what do you think? In terms of power as well as interconnects I say source. Looking at your system, is your dedicated line from the .......
85: check Home Depot (4.32)
Posted by bullethead on 2019-06-19, 01:50:40 (72.89.22.22)
here's something that might work. That one is for 15 amp. I'm sure you can find something at Home Depot. .......
86: Clear Sky regular (4.29)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-12-02, 09:27:11 (71.105.116.25)
Honestly if you don't have any issues with what you are hearing better to not fix what is not broken. Clear Sky regular XLR pairs go for $490 at audio advisor. Looking at your earlier post, you are po .......
87: RE: Some Help Appreciated (4.24)
Posted by bullethead on 2017-11-16, 13:13:44 (108.29.164.195)
sure, I have experience with a few options out there. I would recommend the Audioquest King Cobra. I'll put a link below to the amazon page. I have the King Cobra in a second system I am building, it .......
88: RE: Shunyata Venom V14 C7 power cord (4.23)
Posted by samac on 2018-02-15, 11:42:51 (24.140.88.103)
Sweet, looking good, bullethead. Hey, you should try Blue Jean's Belden Cat 6a Ethernet cable. It eliminated some "hash" and added to the quietness of my system; another affordable upgrade. Cheers, Sc .......
89: fantastic (4.16)
Posted by bullethead on 2013-07-04, 06:57:25 (173.68.59.137)
that's great that you like the Bel Canto. I am enjoying my system immensely, only real difference in my setup compared to yours is I have a Bel Canto preamp added to the mix. I ignore the naysayers, m .......
90: RE: Installed it, initial thoughts compared to Gutwire (4.10)
Posted by bullethead on 2017-10-26, 05:13:39 (108.29.164.195)
it is a different sound. I have an amplifier that is on all the time powered up, I am not into cable cookers (yet), do you think I've read that 100 hours on the power cord gets it to open up. Do you t .......
91: 12 gauge copper wire, pure copper (maybe 25 or 50 foot?) source needed (4.04)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-12-02, 10:52:29 (71.105.116.25)
Hello, I'm deciding to upgrade from 16 gauge wire to 12 gauge on a secondary system. I'm having a hard time finding decent spooled pure copper wire. I've even searched Amazon and their house brand se .......
92: RE: REVIEW: Kaplan Cables GS Cable (4.02)
Posted by bullethead on 2010-01-30, 13:21:42 (71.183.62.175)
Interesting how you've settled on the Rhodium connectors for your amplifier. I've fiddled with tube-preamp and solid state amplifications as well. I've noticed that the tube-preamp was extremely brigh .......
93: Shunyata Venom V14 C7 power cord (4.00)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-02-15, 11:14:31 (72.69.58.61)
Was recently made aware of audiophile range of C7 power cords, I had no idea they even existed as it did not phase me. I decided to get a Shunyata Venom V14 power cable for my Wyred 4 Sound modi .......
94: a hybrid copper/silver believer (3.99)
Posted by bullethead on 2009-04-29, 18:46:37 (173.68.58.59)
I upgraded my Audioquest King Cobra balanced interconnects to Kimber Kable "Silverstreak" balanced interconnects today. Night and day difference, will be able to go silver all through the system once .......
95: Blue Jeans LC-1 (3.93)
Posted by bullethead on 2019-01-13, 09:51:46 (71.105.116.25)
I have over $20,000 invested in my stereo. I love Blue Jeans LC-1. You can get them at Amazon. A 3 foot pair is $39, a 6 foot pair is $49. I have other Blue Jeans Cable in my system as well, one for d .......
96: Re: How's the bass, body & timbre? (3.93)
Posted by bullethead on 2007-01-01, 08:55:44 (71.251.2.252)
a happy one to you as well! The bass has lost its weight. I can only talk about it as "lack of boom and rumble". The midrange and (since I have twisted them together) top end are fantastic. I listen .......
97: removed ferrite, thanks (3.89)
Posted by bullethead on 2008-09-10, 17:15:28 (71.190.235.189)
Mr. Rankin: After reading this from USB.org "What are the most common signal quality design mistakes? Signal Quality is a mandatory test. See the signal quality test description for details. Most prob .......
98: RE: 'Speaking' of speaker cables, and speaking subjectively... (3.80)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-12-01, 12:22:59 (71.105.116.25)
In cases where your main equipment is considered excellent, you will hear substantial differences between cables. I can set the tone of my system to a warm or a more detailed presentation just by s .......
99: upgrade my balanced outputs from DAC to amp? (3.75)
Posted by bullethead on 2009-04-25, 10:13:25 (173.68.58.59)
Trying to get everything in order here: Here's my current chain which I want to optimize: all equipment is fed by: Gutwire Power cords (Custom made from their bulk power cable offering by a dealer) B .......
100: Speaker Cable, some recommendations? (3.73)
Posted by bullethead on 2006-12-25, 18:05:29 (71.251.2.173)
I am looking to upgrade my aging Analysis Plus Oval 12's to something better and something that will match my speakers and monster of an amp. Here's my system CDP=Musical Fidelity A300 Digital Source .......
101: Installed it, initial thoughts compared to Gutwire (3.73)
Posted by bullethead on 2017-10-25, 14:52:16 (108.29.164.195)
I got the cable installed in my amp. It seems well built, not as thick as my previous Gutwire cable, this one is supposed to be solid long grain copper. It is not a snake like my Shunyata Zitron Cobra .......
102: RE: Shunyata Venom V14 C7 power cord (3.67)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-02-16, 06:56:39 (72.69.58.61)
Thanks for the recommendation, I have a gigabit fiber connection here with a network hardware traffic analyzer that does deep packet inspection with a bunch of switches. I would have to upgrade the en .......
103: Sewell Silverback 12 gauge installed, thanks for all the help. (3.67)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-12-08, 07:24:07 (71.105.116.25)
Thanks a lot for all the help. Especially Ivan303. I have enough speaker cable for the rest of my life for non main systems. I wound up buying 100 feet of this wire. I examined it and it is pure co .......
104: Any Shunyata power cord users here? (3.66)
Posted by bullethead on 2013-07-01, 16:46:26 (173.68.59.137)
A funny thing happened to me. Two buddies came over, they were smoking something (I joined them too a little bit), one of them looked behind my stereo, laughing at me said about my PS Audio power cord .......
105: RE: Looking for two inexpensive SPDIF cables for entry to streaming... (3.58)
Posted by bullethead on 2019-09-11, 15:45:43 (108.29.164.31)
You can use SPDIF for digital audio output only on the Bluesound Node 2. The Bluesound Node 2 has a built in DAC but I don't believe you can get it to work the way you want with SPDIF. It has an op .......
106: my fear of buying cable with the "wrong" banana plug (3.51)
Posted by bullethead on 2007-08-19, 09:02:41 (71.251.28.135)
I bought some Speaker cables awhile back that I am looking to replace. I have one certain "fear" however. The thing is I need banana plugs. However during my experience I have noticed that when reques .......
107: RE: Installed it, initial thoughts compared to Gutwire (3.49)
Posted by Duster on 2017-10-25, 18:42:44 (73.157.15.7)
The Gutwire power cord features more conventional stranded conductors, while the AudioQuest power cord features more unusual solid core conductors for an AC cable, so they will sound quite different s .......
108: questions (3.48)
Posted by bullethead on 2013-07-03, 17:12:42 (173.68.59.137)
How's the REF 500s, you've had it for awhile now right? Also you should venture into the power cord territory, perhaps for your main CJ system at first. I can't believe the impact my Shunyata had on m .......
109: speaker cable / spade to banana? (3.47)
Posted by bullethead on 2000-06-29, 10:16:39 (63.16.18.134)
I just purchased a Musical Fidelity A300 integrated amp, keep in mind that I am a newbie coming from receiver land. I have this problem, I think that the Musical Fidelity A300 has oversized terminals .......
110: REVIEW: AudioQuest Diamond Toslink Cable (3.44)
Posted by bullethead on 2019-01-16, 09:39:45 (71.105.116.25)
Model: Diamond Toslink Category: Cable Suggested Retail Price: $600 Description: Toslink Audio Cable Manufacturer URL: AudioQuest Review by bullethead on January 16, 2019 at 09:39:45 I .......
111: RE: Hey, Joe, and sorry for the hijack Bullethead . . . (3.26)
Posted by Joe Appierto on 2013-07-02, 03:42:43 (68.44.136.238)
Hi Josh, The CA200 is bringing me a lot of musical pleasure as I simplify my system in some ways. It replaced a c-j Pr. 16LS2/Pr. 140 combo and while there a pluses and minuses to both set-ups, I have .......
112: THANK YOU ! ! (3.21)
Posted by The Bored on 2019-02-12, 07:17:20 (70.179.29.204)
The Bored would like to take a moment to say thanks to the folks who most recently subscribed, upgraded or renewed their memberships. They are listed below. Also, we hope you will indulge us as .......
113: Slow down that timing, smooth. Optical cable experiments , preaching to the choir I gather (3.13)
Posted by bullethead on 2016-03-16, 11:04:25 (108.14.40.252)
Had an Audioquest Forest Toslink, replaced with the Audioquest Diamond. Time slowed down and I can understand this now. A rather poor quality MP3 that I know well was used for the comparison. Timing d .......
114: THANK YOU ! ! (2.80)
Posted by The Bored on 2017-12-29, 13:21:24 (71.80.144.131)
The Bored would like to take a moment to say thanks to the folks who most recently subscribed, upgraded or renewed their memberships. They are listed below. Also, we hope you will indulge us as .......
115: HiDiamond P3 power cord thoughts (2.51)
Posted by bullethead on 2017-11-04, 03:06:50 (108.29.164.195)
In a quest and on a mission to figure out a good match for my equipment in terms of a power cord to my amplifier I was met with a couple of options. Long did I know power is very important to the s .......
Found 200 records in Computer Audio Asylum.
1: yes, I haven't bought an album in 6 months since mog (6.23)
Posted by bullethead on 2012-08-19, 16:29:00 (173.56.38.70)
I agree, it has saved me a lot of money as well for not buying every single new album to come out. It's amazing. I pay an extra $5 to get it on my Phone streaming for my commute as well, absolutely am .......
2: RE: Bullethead for POTUS!!! 2020 (6.23)
Posted by bullethead on 2017-04-01, 08:58:56 (108.14.104.71)
I am thinking Census, I have lots of experience with big data. .......
3: RE: Bullethead for POTUS!!! 2020 (6.19)
Posted by bullethead on 2017-04-01, 08:44:22 (108.14.104.71)
you got to be what we used to call at work batshit insane to want that job, too much travel and it doesn't pay enough :) .......
4: RE: Bullethead is the MAN!!! (6.10)
Posted by bullethead on 2017-04-07, 16:13:28 (108.14.104.71)
Ivan303 let me put that I helped him on my resume. I'll land the next job FAST now :) I'm still going to take 6 months off :) .......
5: make sure you use bullethead's sonos tips (6.10)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-09-12, 19:29:59 (108.29.158.46)
Set your setup room settings in the setup menu to "line out level - fixed" Set in the setup advanced menu to "audio settings - uncompressed" .......
6: RE: Bullethead for POTUS!!! 2020 (5.94)
Posted by bullethead on 2017-04-01, 09:03:04 (108.14.104.71)
I got no clue, I am good maximum for 1 year with no job, I am still trying to recover from the corporate PTSD. be good, .......
7: RE: I feel sorry for you (5.88)
Posted by bullethead on 2010-04-04, 20:56:14 (74.108.10.243)
heh, I didn't mean it that way... I too am waiting for the Chrome OS google tablet... At least with that thing I can remote desktop into my Ubuntu music server... (Ubuntu Linux *IS* the poor mans mac) .......
8: RE: Bullethead's Raspberry Contest - Winners Update (5.59)
Posted by bullethead on 2017-05-13, 06:53:32 (108.29.164.195)
Hi Jeff, glad your having fun. It is easy to get confused here as everyone has their opinions, etc... Experimentation is encouraged as a learning mechanism. However if you use it as intended as backgr .......
9: RE: Great offer Bullethead (5.51)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-07-13, 14:25:43 (71.105.155.166)
It is 24 bit 192hz driverless DAC. Also has analogue outputs and 1/8 headphone. I use an Aune Audio S16 now. The Aune needs wall power however. If he is looking for MQA support I would suggest a Drago .......
10: RE: raspberry pi 3 - It came today! (5.47)
Posted by Jeff Starr on 2017-04-03, 19:28:32 (24.167.222.192)
I just wanted to let everyone know, bullethead is a man of his word. The little Raspberry, with power supply arrived today. It will be interesting to see if I can get it going, and what the finished .......
11: dude, you listen to noise and dark ambient too right? (5.18)
Posted by bullethead on 2011-09-28, 17:24:07 (98.113.225.66)
I made probably the first noise and dark ambient 24/96 album available. I am a horrible musician, but hey its a free download, heh. .......
12: RE: Bullethead: What version of Volumio are you using with your RPi & Digi Pro +? (4.94)
Posted by bullethead on 2017-05-04, 10:00:07 (108.29.164.195)
I am using Rune Audio Linux 0.4 beta. Here's the link. .......
13: Re: VERY nice article about Squeezebox on Enjoy The Music (4.70)
Posted by bullethead on 2005-12-02, 19:53:41 (71.251.2.72)
What's this business about different firmware revisions sounding better than others? I stopped reading after that blurb. Having the newest firmware fixes bugs in the software. Is this perhaps a joke o .......
14: bullethead's Sonos tips... (4.55)
Posted by bullethead on 2014-09-23, 18:00:23 (74.108.106.81)
Set your setup room settings in the setup menu to "line out level - fixed" Set in the setup advanced menu to "audio settings - uncompressed" Just bought a Sonos a few days ago. It is a very powerful .......
15: Re: Affordable notebook for PC audio (4.45)
Posted by bullethead on 2005-11-15, 17:10:01 (71.251.2.72)
I have three laptops, a Sharp, a Averatec and an Apple Powerbook. I am a CPU nut. I recommend Averatec (http://www.averatec.com/). Install Linux on it and you are set. Unfortunately you have to buy i .......
16: Everyone was a big help and I am sure I will need more... (4.32)
Posted by Ivan303 on 2017-04-18, 12:24:05 (198.27.242.3)
REALLY want to send 'bullethead' some cigars for his humidor. Of course, he says he's fine an no thanks but... Anyone who can slip me his address via inmate mail and it's cigars for 'bullethead'. Rasp .......
17: Well I'll be dipped in s$%t up to eyeballs! (4.16)
Posted by Ivan303 on 2017-04-07, 16:08:18 (198.27.242.3)
With a bit of over-the-phone help from inmate 'bullethead', I found the correct IP address for the Raspberry Pi and, stepping SLOWLY through Dynobot's video, managed to get MUSIC coming out of at leas .......
18: thanks... will do (4.14)
Posted by bullethead on 2007-12-16, 07:58:57 (71.251.16.136)
Thanks. .......
19: yes (nt) (4.13)
Posted by bullethead on 2008-04-05, 10:08:47 (72.89.235.174)
. .......
20: well (4.09)
Posted by bullethead on 2009-03-15, 20:10:46 (71.183.62.237)
there's always newegg.com .......
21: thanks (4.09)
Posted by bullethead on 2012-08-05, 08:58:03 (173.68.61.132)
Thanks, that is very helpful :-) .......
22: thanks (4.09)
Posted by bullethead on 2012-12-15, 06:38:39 (98.116.102.137)
thanks for the info. .......
23: iOS 7 (4.09)
Posted by bullethead on 2013-11-16, 11:11:34 (98.116.11.137)
! .......
24: it is not the same (4.09)
Posted by bullethead on 2013-12-25, 19:22:06 (98.116.11.137)
not the same... similar but definitely not the same... .......
25: yes (nt). (4.09)
Posted by bullethead on 2014-03-04, 17:12:05 (108.41.115.249)
. .......
26: no (nt) (4.09)
Posted by bullethead on 2014-04-20, 16:30:36 (98.116.190.56)
. .......
27: +1 (nt). (4.09)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-08-07, 18:13:46 (173.68.68.170)
. .......
28: yes (nt). (4.09)
Posted by bullethead on 2017-03-31, 09:10:05 (108.14.104.71)
. .......
29: Try 0:0 (nt) (4.09)
Posted by bullethead on 2017-10-03, 16:50:24 (108.29.164.195)
. .......
30: of course (nt). (4.09)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-03-29, 18:47:59 (72.69.58.61)
. .......
31: my response to this (4.09)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-10-29, 08:31:41 (100.38.76.33)
this is all I can do unfortunately. .......
32: here we go (4.09)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-11-05, 12:16:18 (71.105.116.25)
thanks for the info. .......
33: +1 (nt) (4.09)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-12-30, 11:56:43 (71.105.116.25)
. .......
34: RE: FanFreakingTastic!!!!!!!!! (4.09)
Posted by bullethead on 2008-12-06, 10:01:54 (173.68.58.46)
control. .......
35: USB (nt) (4.05)
Posted by bullethead on 2009-03-13, 12:57:04 (71.183.62.237)
. .......
36: RE: MOG..................nt (4.05)
Posted by bullethead on 2012-08-22, 17:05:49 (173.56.38.70)
Me three :-) .......
37: that was expected (4.05)
Posted by bullethead on 2014-01-07, 20:05:12 (98.116.11.137)
What it is used for is another story. .......
38: as a former subscriber you have to say yes to it (nt) (4.05)
Posted by bullethead on 2014-01-30, 20:01:36 (98.116.11.137)
... .......
39: thanks all (4.05)
Posted by bullethead on 2014-05-03, 16:43:23 (98.116.190.56)
thanks all, I will send him this thread... .......
40: nope (4.05)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-05-08, 16:27:54 (173.56.38.94)
not if you don't know what you are doing. .......
41: RE: OK, so it does TIDAL direcly... (4.05)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-05-15, 17:57:34 (173.56.38.94)
got it... Thanks anyway, .......
42: RE: sure (4.05)
Posted by fantja on 2016-09-26, 10:40:18 (207.203.41.250)
TY-bullethead .......
43: fantastic thanks (nt). (4.05)
Posted by bullethead on 2017-04-14, 06:22:59 (108.14.104.71)
. .......
44: RE: So, what do I have ????......................... (4.05)
Posted by bullethead on 2017-04-27, 14:53:18 (108.14.104.71)
about 10 megabytes per second .......
45: RE: Oh Yes!!!! (4.05)
Posted by bullethead on 2017-12-06, 13:59:42 (108.29.164.195)
very cool setup :) .......
46: it down (4.05)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-04-04, 14:00:16 (72.69.58.61)
worried about Tidal too. .......
47: not here (4.05)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-11-05, 12:10:34 (71.105.116.25)
I'm in NYC, not sure if that is part of the US. .......
48: right (4.05)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-11-05, 17:43:12 (71.105.116.25)
I just checked again, nope not yet. .......
49: RE: It's all good.... (4.05)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-12-13, 08:14:43 (71.105.116.25)
I would pay for both. .......
50: RE: Which is why (4.05)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-12-13, 11:12:38 (71.105.116.25)
I'm too old to care anymore. .......
51: oh (4.05)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-12-20, 14:45:53 (71.105.116.25)
totally worth it then :) .......
52: eye liked it (4.05)
Posted by bullethead on 2019-03-01, 20:11:51 (71.105.116.25)
When I used windows. .......
53: RE: been around the block (4.05)
Posted by bullethead on 2020-08-23, 20:09:20 (71.105.223.62)
that's the point. .......
54: External DAC (nt) (4.05)
Posted by bullethead on 2009-03-13, 12:56:17 (71.183.62.237)
. .......
55: yes (4.01)
Posted by bullethead on 2011-07-16, 14:14:39 (98.113.217.41)
Hard wired is always the best option. Go for it. .......
56: RE: Olive One (4.01)
Posted by bullethead on 2013-07-13, 21:02:39 (173.68.62.50)
I think it has a built in amp? And it's not even out yet. .......
57: yes I hear you but... (4.01)
Posted by bullethead on 2014-03-04, 16:25:52 (108.41.115.249)
Tony puts it well said I would say. .......
58: yes, 320kbps Ogg Vorbis (4.01)
Posted by bullethead on 2014-07-03, 19:10:59 (173.68.54.85)
Got it, thanks. .......
59: yes (4.01)
Posted by bullethead on 2014-11-26, 18:22:14 (173.68.58.101)
that is possible, it is just a file format. cheers! .......
60: your talking to a Linux guy (4.01)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-07-03, 05:00:47 (173.56.36.60)
;) .......
61: haha! (4.01)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-09-30, 17:12:03 (108.29.158.46)
that's great. thanks for the laugh. .......
62: RE: ya got mail. /n (4.01)
Posted by bullethead on 2017-03-18, 07:18:10 (108.14.104.71)
What's the password? .......
63: RE: I ended up with a Meridian Explorer 2.... (4.01)
Posted by bullethead on 2017-05-30, 06:23:13 (108.29.164.195)
how do you like it? .......
64: no I haven't (4.01)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-02-06, 21:27:08 (108.29.164.195)
I have never tried Sonore products. .......
65: Sonos as well as BlueSound (nt). (4.01)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-04-05, 07:53:25 (72.69.58.61)
. .......
66: RE: I got a bluetooth speaker :-) (4.01)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-05-25, 16:47:59 (72.69.58.61)
I have one too. If that is all I had I would still be happy. .......
67: RE: I just fell off the wagon ........................ (4.01)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-10-22, 07:18:04 (100.38.76.33)
That's Comcastic! .......
68: RE: Exactly.... (4.01)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-11-01, 08:15:49 (71.105.116.25)
I like it and it is free software. GPL 3 .......
69: Where the hell is Qobuz? (nt) (4.01)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-11-09, 09:15:36 (71.105.116.25)
. .......
70: RE: Readyshare (4.01)
Posted by bullethead on 2019-01-06, 20:42:46 (71.105.116.25)
I would suggest a backup of that, but it seems that's all you need. .......
71: Razor 1911? (4.01)
Posted by bullethead on 2019-03-02, 12:47:07 (71.105.116.25)
WTF. .......
72: whatta salesman (nt) (4.01)
Posted by bullethead on 2019-10-31, 17:45:02 (108.29.164.31)
. .......
73: Re: 3rd Generation Squeezebox thoughts (4.01)
Posted by bullethead on 2005-11-15, 17:02:46 (71.251.2.72)
I am not going for mods this time. I know the drill. I just don't want to be convinced that I need to wear a tin foil hat to block the radio frequencies in the air when I listen to this thing. I am ha .......
74: thank god for GNU/Linux (nt) (3.98)
Posted by bullethead on 2008-08-23, 20:34:08 (71.190.235.189)
! .......
75: yes (3.97)
Posted by bullethead on 2009-07-20, 16:31:35 (71.190.145.244)
looks like I told too many people about the stream, LOL! .......
76: RE: The Only Problem With Linux (3.97)
Posted by bullethead on 2009-09-11, 18:46:27 (98.113.225.185)
and it's free as in "freedom" as well. What's not to like? .......
77: indeed (3.97)
Posted by bullethead on 2009-10-22, 18:09:20 (208.54.87.63)
I can't wait to see what is next, and I am in no way an elitist. It's now a 5 year old lesson. .......
78: RE: Could I use it on my old CRT TV.... (3.97)
Posted by bullethead on 2013-07-27, 20:25:30 (173.68.100.149)
Maybe, give it a shot. .......
79: not sure (3.97)
Posted by bullethead on 2014-01-07, 20:52:34 (98.116.11.137)
although I think that product is finished. I was recommended Sonos below... .......
80: check out my DSD archive of my first album there (3.97)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-01-30, 17:47:50 (108.14.40.252)
. .......
81: Thanks, I see it is talked a lot about it (3.97)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-02-28, 11:17:32 (108.27.17.93)
i will check it out, thanks for the information. I appreciate it. .......
82: thanks for the info (3.97)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-02-28, 18:50:37 (108.27.17.93)
it will be helpful in my journey with Windows. I appreciate it. .......
83: Thanks again (3.97)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-05-15, 18:14:32 (173.56.38.94)
i appreciate the info sir. Enjoy the weekend. .......
84: nah.. (3.97)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-05-20, 16:02:49 (173.56.38.94)
a .22 is good enough to snipe it. .......
85: RE: That's what I'm looking for... (3.97)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-05-22, 13:56:23 (173.56.38.94)
my turntable is retired. It doesn't do anything ... Cheers! .......
86: RE: Reading this thread makes me think that ... (3.97)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-09-06, 19:15:00 (108.29.158.46)
easier said than done. .......
87: Yes (3.97)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-09-13, 07:28:24 (108.29.158.46)
it is either you got a $20 DAC chip or you have rubbish! ;) .......
88: cool (3.97)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-11-14, 05:54:21 (108.14.40.252)
good to hear, also less headache for you. .......
89: No (3.97)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-12-05, 13:30:50 (108.14.40.252)
It is a step, but one that could be avoided. Why is everything moving so slow? .......
90: RE: Question About the Aries (3.97)
Posted by bullethead on 2017-03-15, 05:44:49 (108.14.104.71)
I'm sure it is possible, maybe need an eprom burner? .......
91: RE: She blinded me with... (3.97)
Posted by bullethead on 2017-03-18, 07:31:13 (108.14.104.71)
Your the winner, let us know what you think of the glorious Sound, .......
92: Bullethead for POTUS!!! 2020 (3.97)
Posted by Dynobot on 2017-04-01, 08:43:11 (70.190.187.25)
You got my vote!! .......
93: RE: Volumio - Revisited (3.97)
Posted by bullethead on 2017-04-11, 16:18:22 (108.14.104.71)
The bass is incredible. .......
94: google drive cloud (nt) (3.97)
Posted by bullethead on 2017-04-27, 14:53:54 (108.14.104.71)
. .......
95: RE: So, what do I have ????......................... (3.97)
Posted by bullethead on 2017-04-29, 10:40:45 (108.14.104.71)
thanks for the warm regards, I'll update as soon as I can regarding this. I believe some others here also have gigabit already. .......
96: all in good fun (3.97)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-01-02, 08:02:36 (108.29.164.195)
I think people get too worked up sometimes. .......
97: share price tanked (3.97)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-04-04, 12:19:26 (72.69.58.61)
Way down since the open. .......
98: RE: Does Qobuz only go up to 96khz? (3.97)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-10-05, 19:50:49 (100.38.76.33)
Being patient here. LOL! .......
99: thanks to you and all (3.97)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-12-31, 08:12:53 (71.105.116.25)
I'll have to give it a go pretty soon. Thanks all for the input on this. .......
100: RE: the best part is filling it up (3.97)
Posted by bullethead on 2019-01-09, 08:32:51 (71.105.116.25)
Also going to have an off site backup. .......
101: no (3.97)
Posted by bullethead on 2019-08-20, 12:15:22 (108.29.164.31)
I rip my CDs for myself in FLAC and have done so since 2001. .......
102: RE: send them an email (3.97)
Posted by bullethead on 2019-10-15, 10:43:38 (108.29.164.31)
I tried them all, Volumio seems the most professional. .......
103: New HATS and Power Supplies (3.97)
Posted by bullethead on 2020-08-28, 08:15:19 (71.105.223.62)
Thanks for that. He knows what he is talking about. .......
104: RE: CD ripper for linux, any recommendations? (3.97)
Posted by bullethead on 2020-10-01, 09:00:36 (74.101.5.43)
thanks. .......
105: RE: New Bluesound Node on the way? (3.97)
Posted by bullethead on 2020-10-07, 05:51:37 (74.101.5.43)
If that is true I wonder if they have a new amp too. .......
106: THANK YOU ! ! (3.97)
Posted by The Bored on 2018-07-09, 08:58:36 (97.90.71.201)
The Bored would like to take a moment to say thanks to the folks who most recently subscribed, upgraded or renewed their memberships. They are listed below. Also, we hope you will indulge us as .......
107: Re: (thanks) Squeezebox 3 power supply upgrade question? (3.95)
Posted by bullethead on 2005-12-18, 07:00:07 (71.251.2.72)
Thanks for all of the help! .......
108: RE: Dynebolic. (3.93)
Posted by bullethead on 2008-04-11, 09:37:00 (63.97.151.130)
I believe it still uses the ultra stable XMMS. I like it a lot. .......
109: RE: just got it (3.93)
Posted by bullethead on 2010-04-18, 16:09:22 (74.108.106.158)
I'm comparing them as transports running the digital out into the DAC 3. .......
110: not at all (3.93)
Posted by bullethead on 2011-10-09, 22:12:39 (98.113.225.66)
as long as you are aware that it won't do anything to the sound, there is nothing wrong with it. of course not. .......
111: sure (3.93)
Posted by bullethead on 2012-11-11, 22:48:59 (98.116.102.137)
sure it does. It makes searching for stuff on youtube easier. .......
112: thank you (3.93)
Posted by bullethead on 2012-12-02, 06:25:11 (98.116.102.137)
I just installed it, this is what I am looking for. I can just pick folders and it plays it! this is great. .......
113: hey man congrats! (3.93)
Posted by bullethead on 2012-12-22, 13:56:48 (98.116.102.137)
Awesome! Thanks for the update... .......
114: RE: Can Squeezebox Touch be used with another streaming device? (3.93)
Posted by bullethead on 2013-05-15, 18:01:31 (173.68.61.124)
Sonos .......
115: DSD subscription streaming services exist? (3.93)
Posted by bullethead on 2014-01-09, 16:11:10 (98.116.11.137)
where? .......
116: Nice and about $450 (3.93)
Posted by bullethead on 2014-01-19, 04:11:50 (98.116.11.137)
That looks good, I might pick one up in a month or two. .......
117: indeed (3.93)
Posted by bullethead on 2014-01-31, 22:03:09 (98.116.11.137)
I think N is pretty good, for serious networking I still use a hard wire. .......
118: what do I need to make a SACD of .dsf files from my computer? (3.93)
Posted by bullethead on 2014-09-06, 14:10:48 (74.108.106.81)
? .......
119: very cool (3.93)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-01-26, 14:38:18 (108.27.17.93)
looks great, Foobar is a favorite of mine as well. .......
120: RE: can't figure it out-Try (3.93)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-02-22, 09:36:26 (108.27.17.93)
what do you mean, the app that is built into Windows? I'll take a look... .......
121: Yes (3.93)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-09-25, 18:39:36 (108.29.158.46)
Wireless g max is 54mb. You are good, no worries .., .......
122: 100,000 labels (3.93)
Posted by bullethead on 2016-05-27, 14:33:12 (108.14.40.252)
wouldn't agree. .......
123: RE: Not going to continue Tidal (3.93)
Posted by bullethead on 2016-07-09, 11:28:21 (108.14.40.252)
If I remember correctly it is $20 .......
124: nonsense (3.93)
Posted by bullethead on 2016-07-23, 19:06:48 (108.14.40.252)
just hook up the MacBook and dedicate it to that function. .......
125: RE: inexpensive yet decent USB to S/PDIF? (3.93)
Posted by bullethead on 2016-09-18, 09:58:05 (100.33.132.82)
Looks good to me. .......
126: RE: I think if you would have loaded PiCorePlayer, you would be done by now......nt (3.93)
Posted by bullethead on 2017-04-01, 16:03:51 (108.14.104.71)
I think he needs our help, he gave up too quick! .......
127: RE: Digi + Pro (3.93)
Posted by bullethead on 2017-04-11, 18:17:36 (108.14.104.71)
Looks like when they say stable they mean it now. Nice .org .......
128: RE: Sqeezebox app on my iPad... (3.93)
Posted by bullethead on 2017-04-14, 08:02:24 (108.14.104.71)
that's what I use as well, seems to work fine. .......
129: ROON and HQPLAYER (3.93)
Posted by bullethead on 2017-07-25, 03:59:44 (108.29.164.195)
I think they are worth the upgrade IMHO. Both of them. .......
130: RE: You got it (3.93)
Posted by bullethead on 2017-09-09, 08:49:19 (108.29.164.195)
Alright, shipped it USPS, sent you the tracking # , enjoy! .......
131: RE: Ivan is holding tight.... (3.93)
Posted by bullethead on 2017-09-09, 08:50:39 (108.29.164.195)
I am tired of them, just not enough to give them away yet :) .......
132: unplug it from the power and then plug it back in, then try again (nt) (3.93)
Posted by bullethead on 2017-10-02, 17:28:22 (108.29.164.195)
. .......
133: RE: It might not be a typical clinical dementia... (3.93)
Posted by bullethead on 2017-11-18, 17:14:37 (108.29.164.195)
You are a very kind man. Thank you. .......
134: RE: They all want to move up-market... (3.93)
Posted by bullethead on 2017-11-24, 14:55:22 (108.29.164.195)
Very nice equipment, something to strive for. .......
135: Used it with the Vali 2 (3.93)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-01-02, 08:50:02 (108.29.164.195)
I use the Schiit products as well, talking about , lol .......
136: My MAC is a brick (3.93)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-02-21, 06:36:37 (72.69.58.61)
You have OSX and you can share network. .......
137: thanks, checking it out now (3.93)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-04-03, 19:06:04 (72.69.58.61)
very cool, I see it has podcasts and SOMA FM too. .......
138: new ubuntu LTS release coming soon too (nt) (3.93)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-04-24, 07:24:54 (72.69.58.61)
. .......
139: RE: Mytek (3.93)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-05-18, 06:09:01 (72.69.58.61)
ok, suit yourself. I am enjoying my Bluesound Node 2. .......
140: Yep (3.93)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-05-22, 19:08:58 (72.69.58.61)
You got a petabyte of PCM WAV to encode? :) .......
141: that's funny (3.93)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-05-23, 13:52:24 (72.69.58.61)
I'm waiting for the whole damn thing to go offline. .......
142: They've been blabbing about that for a long time (3.93)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-06-29, 03:22:17 (71.105.155.166)
Why the wait? .......
143: RE: New remote for LMS systems (3.93)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-07-19, 07:51:47 (71.105.155.166)
That is so nice. Very cool. .......
144: Does Qobuz only go up to 96khz? (3.93)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-10-05, 17:46:01 (100.38.76.33)
if so I am sticking with MQA and Tidal. .......
145: RE: Looks like QOBUS isn't launching at RMAF after all... (3.93)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-10-05, 19:47:42 (100.38.76.33)
I am not signing up. .......
146: RE: Looks like QOBUS isn't launching at RMAF after all... (3.93)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-10-05, 20:06:06 (100.38.76.33)
I'm being patient :) .......
147: RE: Display on Web Player ......................... (3.93)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-10-06, 07:26:05 (100.38.76.33)
thanks for that, looking forward to testing it out. .......
148: RE: Survey: How do you typically use your digital player(s)? (3.93)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-10-26, 11:57:40 (100.38.76.33)
Usually on the fly. .......
149: RE: water (3.93)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-10-28, 23:15:35 (100.38.76.33)
I sure hope so, I was going to get worried about Uncle Larry. .......
150: never again (3.93)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-10-30, 06:00:58 (100.38.76.33)
I had to forgive them and bought 13 shares. what the hell. :) .......
151: Everything built into the app....can you elaborate? (3.93)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-11-29, 13:47:40 (71.105.116.25)
a streamer that also is an amplifier; .......
152: Yep Studio seems the best selection (3.93)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-12-13, 12:07:19 (71.105.116.25)
$24.99 .......
153: $10 laptop can do 24/192 (3.93)
Posted by bullethead on 2019-02-04, 10:03:23 (71.105.116.25)
Education. .......
154: RE: Is Qobuz any good nowadays? (3.93)
Posted by bullethead on 2019-06-18, 08:47:05 (72.89.22.22)
I like Pandora a lot. .......
155: I get a cute frowning cloud from Linux (3.93)
Posted by bullethead on 2019-09-18, 02:38:47 (108.29.164.31)
currently using it with Sonos. .......
156: RE: That's ridiculous... (3.93)
Posted by bullethead on 2020-11-17, 13:35:11 (72.69.58.103)
You have to buy a windows license. I just installed something else. .......
157: Re: I like that Hungarian jazz station! (3.93)
Posted by bullethead on 2006-08-26, 19:27:33 (72.68.131.227)
Second that. I'm a big fan of icecast as well. .......
158: help us? (3.89)
Posted by bullethead on 2008-08-24, 05:10:34 (71.190.235.189)
Would you mind spinning a mini-distro for us? Or are you still using Ubuntu Studio? .......
159: wasapi (3.89)
Posted by bullethead on 2009-11-15, 11:38:57 (98.113.217.90)
thank you, this sounds great, sort of like my linux system. I appreciate the help. .......
160: squeezebox touch release date? (3.89)
Posted by bullethead on 2009-11-17, 20:36:05 (208.54.87.73)
This year or early next? .......
161: forgot to mention (3.89)
Posted by bullethead on 2013-02-23, 18:50:28 (173.68.61.124)
I use Linux exclusively, it seems these need custom drivers. .......
162: RE: Looks to be a crowd funded project... (3.89)
Posted by bullethead on 2013-07-13, 21:53:06 (173.68.62.50)
I read google might come out with something shortly. .......
163: current (3.89)
Posted by bullethead on 2014-01-22, 14:09:12 (98.116.11.137)
that option is there, that's that whole VPN scenario we discussed right? I am too lazy to do it, but it is there. .......
164: cloud (3.89)
Posted by bullethead on 2014-03-05, 15:00:39 (108.41.115.249)
multiple clouds Google, Amazon, Dropbox .......
165: RE: hey fmak-Thanx (3.89)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-02-28, 06:31:37 (108.27.17.93)
i read a review that compared the two and they said the Gustard was better. .......
166: Oh, oh.... (3.89)
Posted by Ivan303 on 2015-09-13, 06:54:09 (76.220.25.80)
Looks like it's back to Mr. Bullethead's post at the top of this thread for you. :-( .......
167: RE: btw: this (3.89)
Posted by bullethead on 2016-05-22, 19:44:59 (108.14.40.252)
Yes, the sound is pretty good. Probably the best I am going to get with a basic laptop. .......
168: RE: arguing properly (3.89)
Posted by bullethead on 2016-06-12, 18:25:08 (108.14.40.252)
That was funny, I wasn't familiar with that show before this. .......
169: RE: Is highend audio evil science? (3.89)
Posted by bullethead on 2017-01-15, 07:36:15 (108.14.104.71)
yes, it is similar to alchemy/ .......
170: Winning (3.89)
Posted by bullethead on 2017-03-18, 07:26:02 (108.14.104.71)
Ok Ivan. Send me your address, I mail via USPS, .......
171: RE: raspberry pi 3 give away (3.89)
Posted by bullethead on 2017-03-31, 10:40:00 (108.14.104.71)
thanks, I'll send you a note :) .......
172: the irony (3.89)
Posted by bullethead on 2017-04-01, 08:42:01 (108.14.104.71)
I want a Federal Job next, I feel a duty to help the country :) .......
173: RE: raspberry pi 3 - It came today! (3.89)
Posted by bullethead on 2017-04-04, 12:43:24 (108.14.104.71)
ok great, good luck. there are many here who can help :) .......
174: RE: Question............. (3.89)
Posted by bullethead on 2017-04-13, 12:48:10 (108.14.104.71)
I have about 500gb of music on an HDD drive I plug in. .......
175: RE: just fiddle (3.89)
Posted by bullethead on 2017-04-18, 00:26:32 (108.14.104.71)
I've definitely had many temporal slips from listening to the album. .......
176: thanks (3.89)
Posted by bullethead on 2017-06-30, 21:11:19 (108.29.164.195)
I have it set to 32 bit 384khz not sure if it is upsampling or whatever but that's what the clock says. :) .......
177: RE: External Hard Drive (3.89)
Posted by bullethead on 2017-08-23, 08:27:44 (108.29.164.195)
yes, that's how I have it setup as well. Western Digital is ok. .......
178: RE: spinning beach ball of death (3.89)
Posted by bullethead on 2017-09-04, 10:27:10 (108.29.164.195)
if that is the case than disregard. .......
179: You got it (3.89)
Posted by bullethead on 2017-09-09, 07:49:27 (108.29.164.195)
You got it dude! I'll reply to make sure we are in order as to where to ship. .......
180: Ivan (3.89)
Posted by bullethead on 2017-10-03, 16:32:26 (108.29.164.195)
forget about buffer, that's your problem, turn it off, you have gigabit like me. :) .......
181: RE: Suspended Night (3.89)
Posted by bullethead on 2017-11-17, 16:42:49 (108.29.164.195)
can you tell me where I can buy the lossless high res of that? thanks :) .......
182: RE: Oh Yes!!!! (3.89)
Posted by bullethead on 2017-12-06, 13:48:47 (108.29.164.195)
Shortest path is best, why not get out the soldering gun instead? Use gold wire. :) .......
183: RE: Raspberry Pi project newbie (3.89)
Posted by Aaron 01 on 2018-01-06, 16:08:54 (73.78.221.34)
Thanks Bullethead. .......
184: Question (3.89)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-03-26, 07:07:24 (72.69.58.61)
Do you find the USB Urendu better than the hacked up RPi? .......
185: RE: Unless you are actually Investing......................... (3.89)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-04-04, 14:11:50 (72.69.58.61)
I like Tidal. Maybe SPOT will now have MQA and streaming FLAC too? .......
186: Mytek (3.89)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-05-18, 05:20:17 (72.69.58.61)
If you want to utilize MQA look into the latest Manhattan DAC. .......
187: since I can't encode to MQA myself (3.89)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-06-06, 12:28:42 (72.69.58.61)
I have to say FLAC high res lossless is better. .......
188: RE: Step up from Google Chromecast Audio. (3.89)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-06-28, 06:07:16 (71.105.155.166)
Just get a Bluesound Node 2. .......
189: it depends (3.89)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-09-08, 15:47:09 (100.38.76.33)
If you are drinking Ale use Ethernet, if sober use WiFi. .......
190: RE: Re-clocked vs. up-sampled? (3.89)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-09-29, 06:12:13 (100.38.76.33)
I bought the Sonos from them too, more than $550 that way... Worth it, yes. .......
191: RE: Did you know that Tyler Durden is not a real person? (3.89)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-10-29, 13:04:04 (100.38.76.33)
His name is Robert Paulson. .......
192: RE: Again... (3.89)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-12-30, 10:16:31 (71.105.116.25)
forget it, I tried to go on a rant but I deleted it. Let's just say I hate Microsoft and leave it at that. .......
193: RE: figured out the HQ albums which are 44.1 on Qobuz (3.89)
Posted by bullethead on 2019-02-03, 17:27:13 (71.105.116.25)
Still in beta but, we can do better. Nothing else more to say about this, .......
194: I'll tell you how I got around the MQA problem (3.89)
Posted by bullethead on 2019-03-03, 10:07:34 (71.105.116.25)
I switched from Tidal to Qobuz. .......
195: RE: Works for me! (3.89)
Posted by bullethead on 2019-06-13, 07:51:51 (72.89.22.22)
Thanks, I've signed up for it. I will see how it goes. I like the Sonos Connect I am using a lot. .......
196: RE: Did you ever put together an RPi? (3.89)
Posted by bullethead on 2020-08-29, 14:42:36 (71.105.223.62)
I went into it starting with the first one, then 2 and 3. I can imagine 4 is the best iteration. Wait until 5 comes out and do it all again. .......
197: thanks (3.89)
Posted by bullethead on 2020-12-18, 03:41:47 (72.69.58.103)
I checked the box I hope this fixes it. Edit, this turned it off. Thanks for the help. .......
198: RE: But why? (3.89)
Posted by bullethead on 2008-12-15, 15:57:04 (173.68.58.46)
Gordon, That would mean me retiring my existing DAC (Bel Canto DAC3), and I'm not about to do that if you know what I mean :) .......
199: yes, thanks for this command (3.85)
Posted by bullethead on 2008-12-17, 21:22:02 (173.68.58.46)
Much appreciated, I was using something backwards with hw and making everything more complicated instead of automatic :) .......
200: I have Windows 7 in a Virtualbox VM (3.85)
Posted by bullethead on 2013-01-05, 15:22:28 (173.68.61.124)
I should be good to go. I have a live "Ulver" album here I am going to try with it. Thanks again .......
Found 93 records in Critic's Corner.
1: RE: Out there ???? (5.77)
Posted by 4everyoung on 2018-06-20, 06:55:01 (184.59.210.184)
Bullethead thinks outside the brain :-) .......
2: RE: Instead... (5.77)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-10-30, 12:42:00 (100.38.76.33)
how strong exactly is that marijuana you're smoking? .......
3: RE: oh sorry I look at it as Qobuz vs. Tidal (5.77)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-12-15, 13:46:36 (71.105.116.25)
That would be great. .......
4: RE: June Stereophile (5.77)
Posted by bullethead on 2009-05-13, 18:12:58 (98.113.34.116)
thank you Sir! Warm regards, .......
5: RE: ?? Really? (5.71)
Posted by bullethead on 2017-03-19, 16:55:54 (108.14.104.71)
bandwith is very expensive. Not working for free. .......
6: successful business just like tidal (nt) (5.71)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-01-04, 09:24:15 (108.29.164.195)
. .......
7: lol! (5.71)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-06-19, 14:02:50 (71.105.155.166)
I need targeted ads for Ativan :) .......
8: Oh my god (5.71)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-06-20, 11:46:31 (71.105.155.166)
You must be dangerous, lol! Still hang in there ... :) .......
9: I see (5.71)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-12-14, 06:34:54 (71.105.116.25)
I see the record companies not making the same mistake as they did with CD. .......
10: alright (5.65)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-02-06, 15:17:05 (108.29.164.195)
there are still records and CD and tape and wax cylinders. .......
11: They always have been (5.60)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-05-17, 14:13:34 (72.69.58.61)
Stereophile is world class. No one can compete with that, this is just in my very humble opinion. .......
12: RE: MQA hype, will this kill the industry? An observation from a consumer (5.60)
Posted by bullethead on 2016-10-29, 07:07:16 (100.33.132.82)
That's what I am talking about, .... .......
13: RE: Ah (5.54)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-02-06, 16:42:49 (108.29.164.195)
Thanks, you as well. You have wonderful setups there I checked out your profile photos. cheers! .......
14: RE: SP admitted the obvious (5.54)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-10-17, 09:45:02 (100.38.76.33)
Here I thought all of the workers had caviar for breakfast. .......
15: RE: agreed (5.54)
Posted by bullethead on 2009-12-15, 16:31:39 (173.68.61.124)
ok, build that 30-40 transistor device yourself then, or have you already? More power to you if you can do such a thing! .......
16: Tidal Masters, USA MQA user to discuss (5.49)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-10-15, 15:50:45 (100.38.76.33)
Have you heard it? I have it. It is the best we have in the US. And it is not counterfeit. .......
17: ;). (Nt) (5.49)
Posted by bullethead on 2017-03-21, 17:14:50 (108.14.104.71)
Nt .......
18: RE: Does anyone know anything about TAV - The Audiophile Voice magazine? (5.47)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-06-19, 16:06:32 (71.105.155.166)
I enjoyed reading it. I'll still keep my eyes open. .......
19: RE: Are the CD, vinyl and MP3 versions not OK'ed by the artists in the studio?) (5.43)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-10-15, 17:59:32 (100.38.76.33)
Not sure could be bootleg, bought off amazon.com .......
20: no (5.38)
Posted by bullethead on 2017-11-19, 01:24:20 (108.29.164.195)
with so much garbage out there I smile upon record labels to filter out the rubbish from the good stuff. find a few you like and explore their catalog. .......
21: RE: To see what it's like, and compare any Files I already have ( PCM or DSD ) (5.33)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-01-04, 10:34:16 (108.29.164.195)
Sign up for Tidal for a month, it sounds very very good. Give it a stream. .......
22: I saw your system (5.33)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-10-27, 15:06:26 (100.38.76.33)
I like pipes too, I enjoy Savanelli pipes right now. Everyone relax it is another format, looking at the US market it is the best we have right now. .......
23: RE: none taken (5.30)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-06-20, 08:36:40 (71.105.155.166)
If properly designed you can click a few times and get hit with a couple of more ad impressions for more $$$. I don't frequent those sites too often, I have better things to do :) .......
24: The poor guy all that traveling must take a toll (5.28)
Posted by bullethead on 2019-03-04, 19:59:27 (71.105.116.25)
Traveling on a plane for work is something for real heroes. .......
25: Link? (5.26)
Posted by bullethead on 2016-10-29, 13:34:07 (100.33.132.82)
Do you have a link to that piece you mentioned? Thanks. .......
26: neither (5.25)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-01-25, 17:33:24 (108.29.164.195)
I prefer to have a discussion here, then when researching before a purchase I read assorted reviews, from everywhere I can find in any language on the internet. Blogs, webzines, websites, etc... ::: T .......
27: There are crazy people out there (5.23)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-06-19, 11:36:18 (71.105.155.166)
That makes sense, CNBC removed all option to comment recently as well. I don't frequent that ad network too much, but that is the least I think they can do. .......
28: RE: A problem everywhere (5.23)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-06-20, 11:35:22 (71.105.155.166)
I used to work for a gay man SVP and a Black Woman VP. It was a constant fight for them to be taken seriously. I worked in television advertising. .......
29: funny (5.23)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-10-16, 01:20:08 (100.38.76.33)
I re-read that and agree. I'm am also in a similar situation with being on a bender. I forgot the model of Nordost I own, as I've had it for over a decade. It is hard to avoid. :) .......
30: hah, great! (5.23)
Posted by bullethead on 2017-09-10, 08:33:57 (108.29.164.195)
I really enjoyed the recent videos you all have put up there on the Stereophile.com site, it is cool to put a face to the name of the reviewers. .......
31: I agree, MQA is better than illegal drugs (5.14)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-04-22, 07:39:47 (72.69.58.61)
I've been enjoying Black Sabbath discography MQA 1970-1978. .......
32: With all due respect .... (5.14)
Posted by TeddiJackEddie on 2018-12-14, 06:20:15 (73.79.228.180)
Bullethead, As a conspiracy theorist you certainly should see through this MQA thing, to the future ramifications. Of course, it's like they say. It's only a conspiracy if you don't believe in it. Ch .......
33: RE: Instead... (5.11)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-10-30, 14:20:24 (100.38.76.33)
there is a saying trade wars, currency wars, real wars More lives will be lost in war due to psychopathy. .......
34: RE: I want to try MQA, but can't get any Files that I want. (5.10)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-01-04, 09:21:59 (108.29.164.195)
why use MQA when uncompressed high res lossless files are available? .......
35: RE: "That is insane"... (5.09)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-06-20, 12:12:13 (71.105.155.166)
Regardless time to put on some BART tunnel music as you called it. I can't believe you didn't listen to the whole track, especially with your glorious system. Cheers! .......
36: you have to encrypt (5.03)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-10-15, 16:06:16 (100.38.76.33)
you have to encrypt and authenticate, what's wrong with intellectual property? all this country has left is ip and the military industrial complex. .......
37: RE: MQA hype, will this kill the industry? An observation from a consumer (5.00)
Posted by bullethead on 2016-10-29, 12:58:37 (100.33.132.82)
It seems ok in my book, damnit I need to buy more stuff. Optimally we as consumers would be able to just stream DXD and call it a day. Time to scream at the Telcos. .......
38: fluent bollocks (4.96)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-05-17, 07:34:32 (72.69.58.61)
I read they saved his glorious beard :) hope it grows back with not too much grey. I am also very fluent in bollocks. It looks great on ones resume. .......
39: RE: lol! (4.94)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-06-19, 16:38:42 (71.105.155.166)
I took Ativan for work related stress, wound up quitting my job and got a yakuza tattoo. It was the best thing I did in my life. Only had it for a 15 day course though. Chris Cornell took some before .......
40: RE: Link? (4.91)
Posted by bullethead on 2016-10-29, 14:29:23 (100.33.132.82)
I stream 24/192 FLAC from my google drive cloud to my Auralic already no problem. That's with 35/35mbps. Most of the country is capable of 100/100mbps and some guys already here have a gigabit. ::: TO .......
41: RE: And, fortunately (4.91)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-02-06, 16:24:56 (108.29.164.195)
$40 a month is enough for me. $20 for Deezer $20 for Tidal. I am on gigabit fiber. Only thing stopping us really from enjoying music is an EMP attack. Then it is time to bring out the guitar. ::: TOPI .......
42: RE: MQA executives and acolytes disrupt RMAF presentation! (4.91)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-10-16, 02:45:31 (100.38.76.33)
For me this topic was put to bed when I signed up for Tidal and bought a Bluesound Node 2. It is like going from VHS to Blu-Ray but for sound. .......
43: Does anyone know anything about TAV - The Audiophile Voice magazine? (4.91)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-06-19, 14:53:07 (71.105.155.166)
Is TAV - The Audiophile Voice still in publication? .......
44: Tidal has a military and a student discount (4.87)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-02-07, 07:48:25 (108.29.164.195)
nothing I've seen for seniors, if you are in the military or a student you can get a discount. .......
45: RE: Does anyone know anything about TAV - The Audiophile Voice magazine? (4.87)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-06-20, 04:03:13 (71.105.155.166)
Thanks, I have issue Vol 17 No. 4 in front of me. In it they reviewed my Merrill Audio Taranis amp. I'll have to give the editor a call to subscribe soon. I thought I did but never got any issues in t .......
46: Very good intentions (4.87)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-12-13, 20:02:14 (71.105.116.25)
The fundamental exercise on MQA is where we should be. There are very good intentions behind MQA. This is my humble opinion as a customer. .......
47: RE: Charles Hansen RIP (4.86)
Posted by bullethead on 2017-11-29, 10:08:04 (108.29.164.195)
Another good guy is gone. Does anyone know how old he was when he passed? Very sad to hear this news, my warm regards to his family and those who loved him. I had a few conversations with him here, I .......
48: RE: New realeases... (4.83)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-04-22, 19:10:42 (72.69.58.61)
There are some great current music like Korn, Eminem, Jay-Z all high res, if you want to switch it up between playing that same Bjork album over and over. That's what I am talking about you just don't .......
49: Very used to the new format by now (4.75)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-09-08, 16:15:33 (100.38.76.33)
Listening all day to Tidal masters, specifically Ministry's new album out of Nuclear Blast Records. Also 2 Chainz, "pretty girls like trap music". I like it. I am very impatient nowadays. All I use is .......
50: RE: "It is the best we have in the US. And it is not counterfeit." (4.75)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-10-15, 16:49:35 (100.38.76.33)
I am listening right now to an MQA album, I also bought the CD, mp3 download for my car and the Vinyl. Knowing it got the OK from the artists in the studio and I am listening to the same exact music t .......
51: RE: Poll: how many folks bought a MQA enabled device just to have MQA? How many would not bother? (4.75)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-04-19, 14:48:22 (72.69.58.61)
I have a Bluesound Node 2 for MQA. Looking for an MQA DAC in the $3K range. MQA is the birth of a whole new world. The crumbs we get on the plate I am very thankful for. :) .......
52: magazines so 1990s (4.74)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-06-17, 17:23:05 (173.68.94.171)
so I got cigar and stereo magazines bugging me to subscribe, who cares? I listen to my stereo already and I smoke cigars. I don't need to read your blabber anymore. 1990 called, it needs your rambling .......
53: RE: You mean.... (4.72)
Posted by 4everyoung on 2017-09-25, 18:59:08 (184.59.210.184)
I sent the potheads packing when I found 2 paint brushes full of basement cement sealer in my freezer. They were too lazy to clean the brushes so they figured putting them on ice overnight would keep .......
54: oh sorry I look at it as Qobuz vs. Tidal (4.68)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-12-14, 15:42:37 (71.105.116.25)
Qobuz, FLAC (yes to high res) Tidal, MQA I'll pay for both, what I am trying to say is the fundamental exercise behind MQA is quality in the recording process from the studio all the way down the chai .......
55: RE: New vision for AudioStream and InnerFidelity - "a broader audience" "through innovative lifestyle features" "the ali (4.63)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-05-17, 08:58:00 (72.69.58.61)
It is a new wheelhouse. (A new big bullocks word is wheelhouse. ) Good luck to them. Either way glad to see the websites still going. .......
56: You don't (4.59)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-10-17, 10:38:24 (100.38.76.33)
Like they say, go to a dog pound when you want a dog as a pet, Let the dog pick you. It is an unfortunate situation that turns out well. Myself it was an older gentleman who gave me a copy of Stereoph .......
57: try foobar2000 (4.59)
Posted by bullethead on 2017-03-19, 20:56:46 (108.14.104.71)
foobar 2000 should work, been awhile since I've used windows. .......
58: RE: A new "JA" at the helm of Stereophile (4.58)
Posted by bullethead on 2019-03-02, 07:13:36 (71.105.116.25)
Good to see this news. I'm not really familiar with Stereophile at all but I know old John is good at measurements, I used to be a subscriber when I was in the market for audio equipment. A lot of peo .......
59: a club of losers (4.55)
Posted by bullethead on 2019-03-02, 10:40:55 (71.105.116.25)
All the money in the world, all the riches, your carpets can still get burn marks. Nothing is safe. Ignoring reality will get you nowhere. Dust your equipment off for your token picture. Or have your .......
60: RE: no (4.52)
Posted by bullethead on 2017-11-19, 16:10:06 (108.29.164.195)
the rubbish I make is available at high res, check it out! I don't have a day job now but plan on getting one. :) I don't understand, art is a way of life. To make it a job I have no idea. You have to .......
61: RE: Link? (4.46)
Posted by bullethead on 2016-10-29, 13:44:45 (100.33.132.82)
Thanks a lot. Very cool, Interesting about what he said about CD Rips being sometimes the best archive, I am a very heavy bandcamp.com user myself as I usually don't usually partake in pop music. I t .......
62: RE: oh sorry I look at it as Qobuz vs. Tidal (4.40)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-12-14, 16:50:45 (71.105.116.25)
Why is there so many new high res MQA now? Hip hop and trap artists, enormous money from world class record labels. I know I have high res, Cypress Hill, Young Thug. Lil Wayne... All sound exceptional .......
63: MQA hype, will this kill the industry? An observation from a consumer (4.40)
Posted by bullethead on 2016-10-29, 06:05:47 (100.33.132.82)
I am 38, about 6 figure HH income. I bought an Auralic Aries, will these MQA guys allow firmware updates to software players or commit self immolation? I am not buying anything else yo! : .......
64: If I remember correctly (4.39)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-06-19, 15:51:49 (71.105.155.166)
The other guy was getting attacked by haters and trolls constantly. I think I remember reading a post where he tried to address the problem. I don't know why those sites allow comments, I understand s .......
65: RE: The real scoop on MQA, Warner, and the other major labels (4.37)
Posted by bullethead on 2016-10-29, 12:10:03 (100.33.132.82)
I am optimistic myself about better quality streaming, it is going to take some time. Perhaps the discussions should have remained private. Reason is control over distribution and playback, what blu-r .......
66: I'm a fan of TAS (4.33)
Posted by bullethead on 2009-03-12, 16:30:58 (71.183.62.237)
Those guys at TAS are so far out there, perhaps it was a vision that they had about the Arcam in 2006 in which what they thought what was happening was actually in 2009. High end does that to you some .......
67: RE: Tidal Masters, USA MQA user to discuss (4.32)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-10-30, 14:31:03 (100.38.76.33)
I compared a recent CD, vs. Vinyl, vs. MQA on a rather entry level MQA streaming device. MQA sounds much better than the Vinyl or the CD. All components are entry level, details in my system profile. .......
68: john atkinson looks like trey anastasio from the band Phish (4.30)
Posted by bullethead on 2017-09-10, 05:11:52 (108.29.164.195)
I don't know what you guys are trying to pull over there at Stereophile. Perhaps a psyop? View YouTube Video .......
69: I have it (4.28)
Posted by bullethead on 2009-04-28, 17:48:38 (173.68.58.59)
sounds great with using a Linux netbook and FLAC as a transport. See my review here at AA. Definitely not for everyone however, you do need a good DAC to make it sound good. .......
70: great news (4.27)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-02-06, 13:33:43 (108.29.164.195)
This is great, copyright is very important in the age of China. Seriously why is intellectual property rights bad? Why is money bad? Why is hard work bad? I am listening to an authenticated MQA stream .......
71: RE: John Meyer: Stop chasing the next big thing and go with FLAC instead (4.27)
Posted by bullethead on 2017-12-18, 19:15:24 (108.29.164.195)
I've been standardized on FLAC since 2005. It supports all the high resolution possible, no need for proprietary codecs or licensing fees. Here's the official FLAC web site linked below: .......
72: RE: Out there ???? (4.26)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-06-20, 03:52:27 (71.105.155.166)
My psychiatrist can certify I am insane. I really should go on disability but that doesn't pay the bills. Maybe I'm crazy enough to work for Stereophile? Seems their ad network needs some help adding .......
73: Your mistake is in the form your observation took... (4.25)
Posted by MaxwellP on 2015-12-19, 15:08:57 (67.255.40.238)
Not so much in the feelings it expressed. A very brief and comical lament on your condition in life compared to Kal's would have been a more acceptable form. You have to learn how to get these revolut .......
74: RE: Poll: how many folks bought a MQA enabled device just to have MQA? How many would not bother? (4.21)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-04-19, 15:47:53 (72.69.58.61)
I had a Meridian Explorer 2 also awhile back that I bought specifically for MQA. I've been enjoying MQA with the Bluesound Node 2. For CD quality playback I use a Wyred 4 Sound modified Sonos (digital .......
75: Let me school all of you as to all the codecs you need (4.14)
Posted by bullethead on 2017-03-19, 15:50:58 (108.14.104.71)
From the site: "The Xiph.Org Foundation is a non-profit corporation dedicated to protecting the foundations of Internet multimedia from control by private interests. Our purpose is to support and deve .......
76: RE: Poll: how many folks bought a MQA enabled device just to have MQA? How many would not bother? (3.99)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-04-19, 17:52:59 (72.69.58.61)
It is an encrypted end to end system. I don't think you understand that these guys are all right. I didn't believe it at first until I heard it myself. It is amazing, really. All the naysayers haven't .......
77: can RodM do an analysis (3.93)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-06-20, 11:32:06 (71.105.155.166)
Can RodM do a quick analysis to see how many women are members here? I never assumed there were any woman when I joined many years ago. I didn't know you were a woman until people were calling you Sue .......
78: no offense (3.92)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-06-20, 07:55:42 (71.105.155.166)
This is pure business, they need some more polish to their online presence. ad networks are nothing new to anyone, that is not an insult by any means. there are millions of them. I already said good .......
79: thanks for the info Isaak (3.92)
Posted by bullethead on 2016-10-29, 11:31:25 (100.33.132.82)
I saw the demo of Tidal MQA streaming on the equipment I already own on youtube and was ready to get on board. Spending about $6,000 up front for Auralic equipment after watching that video. Now it se .......
80: Linux and PC Audio (3.83)
Posted by bullethead on 2009-11-29, 08:22:39 (173.68.61.124)
I noticed in the latest Absolute Sound they mentioned "Linux" as a path for PC Audio for those who are really into computers. I have to give them credit for mentioning Linux. I'd like to see other US .......
81: RE: And, fortunately (3.81)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-02-06, 16:11:11 (108.29.164.195)
I wiped my NAS drives years after getting Deezer Elite on a modified Sonos by wyred 4 Sound. I hated ripping albums. Now I have Tidal as well, $40 a month to never have to rip a cd again. Nor a need t .......
82: congrats again to Stereophile on their youtube channel (3.81)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-05-15, 17:36:54 (72.69.58.61)
Whoever might read this from Stereophile, congrats on your youtube channel. It is good to put faces and voices to the names of the reviewers. I don't have traditional television and your channel makes .......
83: agreed (3.77)
Posted by bullethead on 2009-12-15, 07:10:40 (173.68.61.124)
I've seen this happen with my $20k setup. I am not rich at all but going from $2k speakers to around $4k made me synchronize the components again to relative cost levels. Sound has improved substantia .......
84: June Stereophile (3.75)
Posted by bullethead on 2009-05-13, 16:33:09 (98.113.34.116)
Stephen Mejias had an excellent write-up in the June issue of Stereophile. He mentioned (after reflecting on a comment made on his blog) the current economic times and how the High-End industry could .......
85: RE: funny you should mention... (3.67)
Posted by bullethead on 2009-12-13, 08:52:09 (173.68.61.124)
tell me about it, I've spent tons of money on discs this month still as the "quality" downloads are just not available, for example I paid $40 USD (due to a euro conversion) for a disk that I just had .......
86: yes, he talks about vinyl cross talk and holography (3.66)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-05-02, 13:53:17 (72.69.58.61)
He then goes on to talk about MQA and the sound magic they are doing as being similar type of solution they fixed with high end vinyl cartridges. Is there no digital that is good anywhere? He seems op .......
87: I subscribe to Stereophile and Absolute Sound but... (3.61)
Posted by bullethead on 2009-12-16, 16:36:50 (173.68.61.124)
I just read the letters (sort of like the content of your message), go, goo goo ga ga at the advertisements, get up to speed on the new equipment I can't afford, and can afford, and I really enjoy the .......
88: Audiostream podcast with Bob Stuart (3.60)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-12-13, 13:33:11 (71.105.116.25)
I really don't get all the MQA bashing. The dude is trying to focus on quality from the microphones down to the stereo. There's a podcast linked below from audiostream interviewing Bob Stuart. I use M .......
89: RE: Up to a point, ... (3.43)
Posted by bullethead on 2017-03-19, 16:26:08 (108.14.104.71)
who's saying anything about stealing music? sure Napster that was the wild west days of the internet, basically a free for all with copyright theft. If you wrap FLAC into Ogg Vorbis you can have DRM a .......
90: RE: Have you read the study that was done on MQA? (3.36)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-04-20, 02:17:48 (72.69.58.61)
I scanned the findings, I agree that lossless FLAC should be optimal, but for today's available streaming options available this is all we have in the US. If lossless high res streaming comes to the U .......
91: binaural recording video reviews too good to miss (3.27)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-01-30, 13:06:36 (108.29.164.195)
I have to say the recent Vegas review of CES rooms with the video presentation of some dCS and Wilson audio was very good. Classic and sounded incredible, Good to see some of this other esoteric equi .......
92: No but I've heard MQA (3.15)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-03-03, 12:40:35 (72.69.58.61)
I've heard MQA in my system fully unencoded and authenticated. It does sound quite nice, and if that is all the crumbs we will get from the mass music industry moving forward I am fine with it. I stil .......
93: THANK YOU ! ! (2.89)
Posted by The Bored on 2017-12-29, 13:21:05 (71.80.144.131)
The Bored would like to take a moment to say thanks to the folks who most recently subscribed, upgraded or renewed their memberships. They are listed below. Also, we hope you will indulge us as .......
Found 200 records in Digital Drive.
1: RE: Maybe.... (7.16)
Posted by bullethead on 2017-01-15, 09:20:13 (108.14.104.71)
50mbps is only about 6megabytes per second. If your routers and switches are pure gigabit that means about 100 megabytes per second cap, your very very well equipped for that sans the DAC. DSD makes m .......
2: sure me too (7.16)
Posted by bullethead on 2009-04-02, 19:20:09 (173.68.58.59)
I got me pressings here that are only 666 copies or so if you know what I mean (hand numbered, packaged by hand, etc...). It's hard enough buying these pressings when they come out let alone asking on .......
3: cheap transport with AES/EBU balanced digital out? (6.99)
Posted by bullethead on 2009-03-09, 16:15:56 (71.183.62.237)
Does anyone know a good cheap transport with AES/EBU balanced digital out (under $1g)? If not I may go the Bel Canto CD-2 route ($3g) when I get my taxes back. The rest of my system consists of the Be .......
4: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. (5.93)
Posted by bullethead on 2016-04-13, 19:14:58 (108.14.40.252)
Whatever .......
5: No (5.51)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-08-31, 09:25:44 (71.125.33.32)
No. .......
6: What other DACs do this? Any out there? (5.51)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-02-15, 15:24:17 (108.27.17.93)
thanks .......
7: Thanks Alan (5.45)
Posted by bullethead on 2016-05-08, 15:10:38 (108.14.40.252)
Thanks again. I appreciate it. .......
8: RE: Right, just being stupid! (5.45)
Posted by bullethead on 2014-02-22, 10:17:43 (108.41.115.249)
it is ok, I am drunk myself ;) .......
9: just IMHO (5.40)
Posted by bullethead on 2014-04-05, 17:42:38 (98.116.190.56)
seems outdated to me. .......
10: you think wrong (nt). (5.40)
Posted by bullethead on 2014-04-06, 16:47:07 (98.116.190.56)
. .......
11: what is it A4 or A5 (5.40)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-07-10, 16:22:44 (173.56.36.60)
? .......
12: RE: I doubt it (5.40)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-07-10, 16:23:15 (173.56.36.60)
here's mine '' :) .......
13: Who are these people? (Nt) (5.40)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-11-21, 15:10:34 (108.14.40.252)
. .......
14: Yes (5.40)
Posted by bullethead on 2016-05-19, 17:37:34 (108.14.40.252)
Thanks, I am listening and watching now. .......
15: I don't know I like what he said (nt) (5.40)
Posted by bullethead on 2017-01-12, 18:35:32 (108.14.104.71)
. .......
16: I did it (5.40)
Posted by bullethead on 2017-03-30, 18:15:39 (108.14.104.71)
it sounds the same to me, perhaps because this is CDs? .......
17: RE: Have you sent it in for warranty work? (5.40)
Posted by bullethead on 2009-03-13, 10:07:42 (71.183.62.237)
figures. .......
18: RE: apple (5.34)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-07-10, 16:15:20 (173.56.36.60)
app store .......
19: actually no (5.34)
Posted by bullethead on 2016-03-14, 06:40:23 (108.14.40.252)
actually it is not, I had to switch it back this morning :) .......
20: thanks all, works good (nt) (5.34)
Posted by bullethead on 2016-05-16, 17:34:06 (108.14.40.252)
. .......
21: didn't see Bjork, thanks (nt). (5.34)
Posted by bullethead on 2017-01-10, 02:12:04 (108.14.104.71)
. .......
22: never mind Gefen makes one (nt) (5.34)
Posted by bullethead on 2008-08-24, 05:48:23 (71.190.235.189)
. .......
23: sorry, it is DAC-K9 (5.29)
Posted by bullethead on 2014-02-22, 10:11:37 (108.41.115.249)
just updated the description. .......
24: RE: NuForce DAC-9 (5.29)
Posted by bullethead on 2014-12-13, 20:24:01 (173.68.58.101)
nice album ;) .......
25: RE: Implementation (5.29)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-05-16, 04:44:20 (173.56.38.94)
ok thank you for the information. I'm going to stick to optical. .......
26: My Aune S16 does that for $600 (nt) (5.29)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-06-27, 21:06:54 (173.68.94.171)
. .......
27: RE: streaming service? (5.29)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-07-04, 14:54:59 (173.56.36.60)
music.google.com .......
28: I doubt it (5.29)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-07-10, 16:13:58 (173.56.36.60)
it is dead before it even tried to start to crawl. .......
29: RE: Cd player recommendation (5.29)
Posted by bullethead on 2019-10-15, 09:59:03 (108.29.164.31)
I doubt it. Keep what you got. .......
30: RE: Is anyone using this stuff inside your DACs? (5.29)
Posted by bullethead on 2009-05-07, 17:53:30 (98.113.34.116)
not me, but I believe it makes a difference if you do... .......
31: RE: CD player as transport (5.24)
Posted by bullethead on 2014-05-03, 18:40:52 (98.116.190.56)
Agree, yep! .......
32: RE: Is using a dedicated transport (like this) better than a cd player? (5.24)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-05-17, 16:53:00 (173.56.38.94)
nope .......
33: outlets (5.24)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-05-21, 03:54:29 (173.56.38.94)
also outlet upgrades make a difference. .......
34: ok (5.24)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-07-10, 16:34:00 (173.56.36.60)
you tell me where and how I can wipe out my ipad mini and install android. .......
35: interesting (5.24)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-10-07, 14:32:03 (108.29.158.46)
seems like a lot of work though. worth a shot maybe. .......
36: RE: nice, I remember (5.24)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-10-09, 18:05:06 (108.29.158.46)
very good to look at it that way, I can send you a PM if you want to, let me know. .......
37: Nice DAC I got today (pic) (5.24)
Posted by bullethead on 2016-03-11, 14:46:02 (108.14.40.252)
Glorious! .......
38: tidal sounds like shit (5.24)
Posted by bullethead on 2017-02-26, 15:28:44 (108.14.104.71)
I don't know why, perhaps watermarking. I'm not having it. .......
39: same here (5.24)
Posted by bullethead on 2017-02-28, 05:00:11 (108.14.104.71)
very limited selection, lots of indie labels are N/A .......
40: RE: Nibbling at a DAC-streamer (5.24)
Posted by bullethead on 2020-11-25, 09:43:12 (72.69.58.103)
look into Auralic's line. .......
41: thanks all (5.24)
Posted by bullethead on 2009-03-09, 17:39:22 (71.183.62.237)
I'll go the Bel Canto route, a little more but the synergy will be there. Appreciate your comments. .......
42: Me too (5.18)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-12-12, 19:45:16 (108.14.40.252)
I have the same modified connect, very nice and I agree. I also use Ethernet. Enjoy, .......
43: RE: Just pulling your chain.... (5.18)
Posted by bullethead on 2016-03-12, 09:07:56 (108.14.40.252)
Yes. That is my philosophy, when that goes below $20 it is time to upgrade ;) .......
44: RE: Perfectly Normal...... (5.18)
Posted by bullethead on 2016-05-20, 17:05:09 (108.14.40.252)
There could be days of silence with what I listen to myself, thanks for the reassurance. .......
45: RE: 'fused silica' (5.18)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-10-11, 15:24:05 (100.38.76.33)
No idea, but it sounds very good. I thought it was something else, .......
46: RE: What the hell is HMCD? Just got one sounds great! (5.18)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-12-12, 06:48:05 (71.105.116.25)
It was something I wasn't aware of. .......
47: RE: There is shipping (5.18)
Posted by bullethead on 2021-08-24, 21:44:42 (72.89.199.103)
CDs are the new vinyl rage for me. And the good thing is I have always had them. .......
48: yes indeed (5.18)
Posted by bullethead on 2009-03-11, 17:49:31 (71.183.62.237)
Any kind of power advantage will improve the quality. I've hear it myself. .......
49: Bel Canto DAC3 (5.13)
Posted by bullethead on 2014-10-26, 03:56:40 (173.68.59.111)
I use that for Sonos, you can probably find one for $500-$800. .......
50: RE: Implementation (5.13)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-05-16, 13:57:33 (173.56.38.94)
i notice that too. Thanks for your observation, I noticed sound is smoother, more listenable. .......
51: I know and (5.13)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-05-17, 16:01:49 (173.56.38.94)
my source power chord costs over $1k, call me nuts. .......
52: Check the interview I replied to John with, that has Ted Smith (nt) (5.13)
Posted by bullethead on 2016-03-20, 12:29:16 (108.14.40.252)
. .......
53: RE: Am I losing my mind, is it possible to hear the laser on a CD player? (5.13)
Posted by bullethead on 2016-05-20, 15:16:02 (66.249.83.88)
Thanks, I will take it apart this weekend and have a look. .......
54: RE: Everything is in... (5.13)
Posted by bullethead on 2017-03-29, 06:19:23 (108.14.104.71)
Streaming is a whole new world. I haven't bought a CD in a couple of years. .......
55: RE: Tidal/MQA Access Question (5.13)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-03-10, 14:07:52 (72.69.58.61)
Get the Bluesound Node 2. I'm finished. .......
56: RE: Question about modern CD players (5.13)
Posted by fantja on 2019-08-23, 14:45:15 (104.137.51.234)
bullethead keep us posted on your new player. .......
57: RE: If Ivan can do it in 10-15 min., it is by definition... (5.13)
Posted by bullethead on 2020-10-02, 00:59:04 (74.101.5.43)
volumio is probably the best one. cheers! .......
58: thank you (5.13)
Posted by bullethead on 2008-09-02, 11:21:13 (71.190.235.189)
Thanks for the explanation. Appreciate the response. I am keeping the setting on "slow" and will adjust to this increased detail accordingly. .......
59: Agree (5.08)
Posted by bullethead on 2016-11-03, 18:56:04 (100.33.132.82)
The slim devices forums are the best, open source at the highest level :) .......
60: used to (5.08)
Posted by bullethead on 2017-02-27, 16:58:48 (108.14.104.71)
I cancelled Tidal, I used to use their Mac app. Just not worth it for the money for me, Your results may vary :) .......
61: Thanks (5.08)
Posted by bullethead on 2017-03-29, 06:17:20 (108.14.104.71)
Thanks, figured it out. I appreciate it. I did the board search, there's the button to select, glad to hear this tip. .......
62: RE: REVIEW: Bluesound Node 2 Other (5.08)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-03-02, 17:58:20 (72.69.58.61)
thanks for your response in helping him. tidal has a lot, deezer less so. .......
63: RE: Tidal/MQA Access Question (5.08)
Posted by Demo on 2018-03-11, 04:16:45 (208.107.129.232)
As bullethead has stated......just get the Bluesound Node 2! .......
64: yep (5.08)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-10-11, 10:53:41 (100.38.76.33)
I like to use Audioquest Diamond optical cable. It is fused silica material. .......
65: Re: Google Chromecast Audio (5.08)
Posted by bullethead on 2019-02-07, 14:18:15 (71.105.116.25)
It sometimes is a damned nightmare with this stuff. Good luck. .......
66: RE: Not Chinese/high end... but I just love my Audiolab 6000cdt transport. (nt) (5.08)
Posted by bullethead on 2020-11-06, 11:06:14 (72.69.58.103)
Yes .......
67: RE: Did anyone ever try those high end Chinese CD players? (5.08)
Posted by bullethead on 2020-11-08, 08:38:03 (72.69.58.103)
Hard to get Shanling in US voltage. Or so it seems. .......
68: agree (5.08)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-07-06, 07:56:04 (173.56.36.60)
agree .......
69: PM sent (5.06)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-10-09, 18:49:27 (108.29.158.46)
PM sent .......
70: columbian coffee (5.06)
Posted by bullethead on 2014-02-22, 10:22:15 (108.41.115.249)
have some coffee! .......
71: Agree (5.05)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-01-15, 17:47:40 (98.113.225.33)
Agree 100% .......
72: sorry for being wrong (5.05)
Posted by bullethead on 2017-01-14, 16:05:09 (108.14.104.71)
sorry for being wrong then. I didn't know this. .......
73: RE: then (5.05)
Posted by bullethead on 2012-09-07, 18:27:59 (173.56.38.70)
Thanks, I looked all over the place, no luck in what I need. My vinyl playback will be 16/48 for awhile. Thanks for the response :-) .......
74: RE: My Aune S16 does that for $600 (nt) (5.03)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-06-28, 04:24:18 (173.68.94.171)
still sounds good. different chipset than ps audio though. .......
75: RE: Old DACs and currency inflation, value proposition? (5.03)
Posted by bullethead on 2016-03-02, 02:49:27 (108.14.40.252)
That is what I was trying to say. A fraction of the cost but still beats the newer stuff. .......
76: update (5.03)
Posted by bullethead on 2016-03-07, 10:55:52 (108.14.40.252)
I got a good deal on eBay for an Auralic Vega. I'm hoping it works out. Will let you all know my thoughts, thanks for the help. .......
77: RE: Auralic Vega static clicks and pops (5.03)
Posted by bullethead on 2016-09-17, 00:03:01 (100.33.132.82)
I do have problems with USB and exact mode. Thanks. .......
78: RE: Network audio streaming device? (5.03)
Posted by bullethead on 2016-10-08, 13:03:58 (100.33.132.82)
I use an Auralic Aries (not the LE, but the higher end one). It is a.o.k. .......
79: RE: great (5.03)
Posted by bullethead on 2017-01-07, 08:12:08 (108.14.104.71)
Thanks, should be no difference, Just for shits and giggles I got a Meridian Explorer 2 coming today from Amazon. .......
80: RE: my real problem with it all (5.03)
Posted by bullethead on 2017-01-14, 14:21:17 (108.14.104.71)
Eye see it as another propaganda arm, I won't be supporting them anymore. Take care. .......
81: RE: It's worth saying it again, and again.... (5.03)
Posted by bullethead on 2017-03-28, 21:40:11 (108.14.104.71)
I lost the remote, I am not sure what you mean, when I put in a cd is defaults to 2 channel, that's about all I care about, surround is definitely not for me. No way, no way. .......
82: apple (5.03)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-07-10, 15:59:16 (173.56.36.60)
apple does the same with their nonsense, just ignore it. .......
83: RE: iFI SPDIF ipurifier (5.03)
Posted by bullethead on 2019-01-27, 10:08:25 (71.105.116.25)
That one looks to be USB as well. This one is for SPDIF. .......
84: can't comment on the Benchmark but... (5.00)
Posted by bullethead on 2008-09-09, 13:05:06 (71.190.235.189)
I have the Bel Canto DAC3. I love it, I also use it as a preamp. It could be overkill for you, what is your system comprised of? That would help. .......
85: exactly (4.99)
Posted by bullethead on 2009-03-28, 19:15:29 (98.113.225.201)
not necessarily the right equipment, the cd player perhaps had more jitter than the ipod dock, the turntable was crappy so be it! I agree. .......
86: that was the dream in 1999 before we had larger pipes (4.99)
Posted by bullethead on 2009-03-31, 17:55:27 (173.68.58.59)
anyone remember the "Qwest" commercials "ride the light", yeah right... .......
87: definitely (4.99)
Posted by bullethead on 2010-02-13, 10:56:42 (71.183.62.175)
The top loading is excellent, I have my CD-2 on a shelf on my TV stand There's something to be said about the sound of it as well, very very good IMHO. .......
88: RE: Have you sent it in for warranty work? (4.99)
Posted by bullethead on 2009-03-13, 08:22:11 (71.183.62.237)
No but whoever buys it will get the warranty service I assume? .......
89: where to buy this online? (4.97)
Posted by bullethead on 2014-07-04, 16:43:10 (173.68.54.85)
I am interested. What online dealers can deliver this? .......
90: Keep in mind MQA if you are going to use Tidal (4.97)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-03-15, 16:13:16 (72.69.58.61)
If you want MQA, check the specs. .......
91: Coast to Coast is awesome! (4.97)
Posted by bullethead on 2013-11-30, 15:42:49 (98.116.11.137)
I listen to it online from an undisclosed location. .......
92: I am becoming an old man (4.94)
Posted by bullethead on 2016-03-01, 18:20:28 (108.14.40.252)
I am becoming too much of an old man with only needing 16bit 44.1, I recognize your point. .......
93: haha (4.94)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-03-10, 15:45:55 (108.27.17.93)
I never saw that message board before, that looks like a weird place. your comment about Plankton, and what I saw there. I think those guys must be smoking some good schiit. .......
94: RE: nice, I remember (4.94)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-10-09, 17:25:27 (108.29.158.46)
you can't go back to sleep once you wake up so to speak. I share your misfortune being aware, it is a burden. Take care. .......
95: RE: Been streaming Jazz Groove internet radio.. (4.94)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-09-12, 07:42:57 (100.38.76.33)
thanks for the recommendation, listening to it now. It does sound very good, crisp and clear. .......
96: RE: What the hell is HMCD? Just got one sounds great! (4.94)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-12-12, 08:35:55 (71.105.116.25)
Do you have a peg leg too? :) I can't see to good myself. Legally blind without glasses. Thanks for the help. It is SHMCD. .......
97: RE: echo dot (4.94)
Posted by bullethead on 2019-01-25, 15:24:57 (71.105.116.25)
What a nice dad :) It really is a fad that I don't think is going to go away this Bluetooth connection necessity, especially for the tech savvy. .......
98: RE: Question about modern CD players (4.94)
Posted by bullethead on 2019-08-21, 15:54:55 (108.29.164.31)
I can always use Alibaba. I do not believe optical disc playback is going to die for the next 100 years. .......
99: RE: apple (4.94)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-07-10, 16:11:55 (173.56.36.60)
neither does the OP. person is mad that Bryston has a proprietary system. So does apple. .......
100: RE: great (4.91)
Posted by bullethead on 2017-01-07, 09:33:48 (108.14.104.71)
Honestly I don't think they know either, Getting great results with tidal on the Mac. Cheers! .......
101: RE: Chromecast audio- file formats? Output? (4.91)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-09-30, 13:08:07 (108.29.158.46)
I have found no info on that, looks interesting. But I am sticking with my modded Sonos Connect. .......
102: RE: REVIEW: Auralic Aries Accessory (4.89)
Posted by bullethead on 2016-08-13, 15:24:33 (100.33.132.82)
I have to switch the outputs in the iPad app Lightning DS to one or the other, it can't do both as far as I understand at the same time. .......
103: RE: yep (4.89)
Posted by bullethead on 2017-02-28, 04:58:33 (108.14.104.71)
yes, tried the partial unfold on the Vega. Does not sound as good as the Meridian Explorer 2. I subscribe to Deezer Elite, and will stick with it instead. .......
104: a little more into this (4.89)
Posted by bullethead on 2017-03-27, 10:31:29 (108.14.104.71)
I put a Audioquest Diamond into the Toslink output, the clock is set at 16/44.1 sounds fantastic really, blissful ../ .......
105: burning FLAC (4.89)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-09-06, 12:25:55 (100.38.76.33)
I have a Blu Ray burner, would be nice instead of one DISC at a time. Also would be good for High Res. I was just wondering, thanks again all for the help. .......
106: RE: New disc spinner (4.89)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-07-07, 10:45:12 (71.105.155.166)
Congrats! Arcam makes some very nice equipment. Very nice system too. .......
107: RE: What the hell is HMCD? Just got one sounds great! (4.87)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-12-12, 08:02:12 (71.105.116.25)
I must be missing an eye. Didn't see that graphic above HMCD. .......
108: Really? (4.87)
Posted by bullethead on 2007-07-01, 10:36:25 (71.125.13.173)
I didn't figure this. I use the DAC2 with a Squeezebox as well using the optical input. This would free up my SPIDF connection (better jitter reduction on that port). Good to know. .......
109: thanks for the info (4.85)
Posted by bullethead on 2013-09-04, 19:43:40 (98.113.195.62)
I will be sure to make sure I place the disks correctly in there, I know the transport tray is a slim design. I look forward to seeing what the 1000 can do. From the reviews, they seem to be built wel .......
110: Thanks, just did (4.85)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-05-16, 13:55:36 (173.56.38.94)
i hooked an Audioquest VDM-5 SPDIF cable. It seems to smooth out the bass, more listenable to me compared to optical. With this particular source. I will play with this for awhile. Thanks to all for .......
111: thanks for your service, memorial day coming up (4.85)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-05-26, 05:24:20 (72.69.58.61)
My dad is an Air Force Vet, my grandfathers both of them WWII Army Vets. Thanks to all who served. .......
112: streaming is the future (4.85)
Posted by bullethead on 2010-03-27, 09:43:16 (98.116.41.219)
Streaming lossless high res music over the network over some sort of standard. .......
113: it's called streaming (4.84)
Posted by bullethead on 2014-04-06, 18:48:26 (98.116.190.56)
there are lots of streaming music services, most albums on demand for a monthly fee. .......
114: Heh (4.84)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-08-28, 18:04:12 (173.68.57.130)
heh, I had mine done at 96, which is my old mans old schools reference dac limit. Cheers, .......
115: Thanks for the help welly and e-stat (4.84)
Posted by bullethead on 2016-05-08, 15:09:38 (108.14.40.252)
Thanks a lot. I read about it being 75ohm, I figured I guessed right. Just wanted to make sure, thanks a lot to you both. .......
116: RE: HQplayer upsampling to DSD (4.84)
Posted by bullethead on 2016-05-18, 21:38:52 (108.14.40.252)
I am very familiar with HQplayer, it is by far the easiest implementation of something that can sound good and "just work". .......
117: RE: Don't the 2 newest Marantz SACD Players do that? (4.84)
Posted by bullethead on 2019-08-21, 14:16:36 (108.29.164.31)
Thank you very much I read about the Marantz SA-KI Ruby. .......
118: RE: Had a Raysonic that i thought was very very good... (4.84)
Posted by bullethead on 2020-11-01, 12:20:18 (74.101.5.43)
Is it true they pulled the plug on Raysonic? This is all very interesting, especially since CD is the new Vinyl. .......
119: Re: Bel Canto Design DAC2 DAC Processors (4.84)
Posted by bullethead on 2004-09-15, 10:23:22 (68.174.20.225)
Sorry, I really meant that is was awkward at the age of 23 in that Stereophile show. You know you don't get taken seriously when you still look like a kid. .......
120: good luck on your quest (4.80)
Posted by bullethead on 2014-03-26, 17:12:35 (108.41.115.249)
I use a google chromecast into a $40 JTech device myself. Bought mine from amazon, sound isn't that bad. .......
121: RE: A very technical curiosity - how to assess the quality of a spdif stream ? (4.80)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-05-18, 04:18:46 (173.56.38.94)
I could have swore some people here had programs that measure jitter? I could remember seeing graphs and what not. Is that what you are talking about? .......
122: RE: Finally Streaming (4.80)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-05-24, 19:08:03 (72.69.58.61)
hey congrats, I've been doing that over 20 years, first with Rhapsody. the best thing is you can stream some things you haven't heard before. enjoy! .......
123: RE: From MacBook Pro to Bluesound Node 2 (4.80)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-08-25, 03:04:16 (71.125.33.32)
I think I answered his questions in PC Audio asylum. btw: YouTube is great for some rare music. .......
124: There is shipping (4.80)
Posted by bullethead on 2021-08-24, 08:30:50 (72.89.199.103)
In total I paid about $300 for everything. This particular model I saw available on eBay as well. It is a good buy and I notice better sound than my older CD players. I am using it as a transport. ::: .......
125: RE: Marantz SA8005, can't extend USB :-( (4.80)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-05-09, 17:53:39 (173.56.38.94)
it must be a problem with the apple device if you can get other things to work no problem. Probably how it is designed. .......
126: Nice (4.80)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-10-09, 18:10:18 (108.29.158.46)
nice, we are both on lock down not accepting PMs, you should check out the movie "sneakers" from the mid 1990s, if you haven't already. ;) .......
127: RE: Thanks (4.80)
Posted by bullethead on 2016-03-20, 13:22:40 (108.14.40.252)
ok, thanks for the link you supplied. seems very interesting technology. I would swear Aliens designed it, but Ted seems to be the guy :) or at least that's the cover story :) .......
128: RE: Maybe we've come Full Circle- (4.80)
Posted by bullethead on 2017-03-27, 11:54:36 (108.14.104.71)
call me a grey eyed old man, there are the vinyl types then there are the CD types like myself :) .......
129: Confusion with BNC, Toslink on this unit is better as an output (4.80)
Posted by bullethead on 2019-02-15, 05:04:50 (71.105.116.25)
You got my brain thinking, I tried the Toslink optical light out, incredible and much better. .......
130: i have been using the CD-2 for a number of years, still going strong (4.80)
Posted by bullethead on 2013-05-18, 21:50:06 (173.68.61.124)
I use it as a transport into a DAC. Very well built, and the transport is world class. I would say go for it. Sounds excellent. .......
131: gave it away (4.77)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-07-11, 08:00:20 (173.56.36.60)
I just gave the ipad mini away and got a Samsung Galaxy Tab A. I'm charging it up, then I'll setup encryption. thanks for the chat. .......
132: RE: Mastersound (MQA) on Tidal streaming (4.77)
Posted by bullethead on 2017-01-05, 17:26:51 (108.14.104.71)
Sounds great. Re subscribed, listening to the doors self titled album now, this is great. .......
133: RE: 24/96 IS Hi-Res. And MOST people who have HEARD MQA like it. (4.77)
Posted by bullethead on 2017-09-16, 08:34:57 (108.29.164.195)
We can do better than MQA, the pinnacle right now is DXD uncompressed. Lossless baby! .......
134: RE: Ignorant dac question (4.77)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-01-26, 18:00:25 (108.29.164.195)
The problem you hear is Spotify. If you were to try Tidal which is not lossy compressed you would hear a better sound with what you've got already. .......
135: RE: Help Recommend a DAC (4.77)
Posted by bullethead on 2008-08-31, 05:48:56 (71.190.235.189)
I use the Slimdevices v3 with a Bel Canto DAC3. I love their DACs, for under $2000 you can find them used, or for I believe a tiny bit more you can get them new. Excellent investment. .......
136: RE: Congrats ! could you elaborate in a full review maybe ? (4.76)
Posted by bullethead on 2016-03-12, 04:13:26 (108.14.40.252)
I don't think I can compare and be honest to the other DACs. I am going to enjoy it for many months before I listen really critically. However this is the best I heard in my system so far, and it has .......
137: RE: Question about modern CD players (4.76)
Posted by bullethead on 2019-08-22, 07:04:17 (108.29.164.31)
I talked to a professional musician and he recommended the Denon DN-500BD MKII. I think it will help me. Tascam is also supposed to be excellent. Thanks for your help. .......
138: Esoteric (4.76)
Posted by bullethead on 2009-11-29, 19:36:07 (173.68.61.124)
The Esoteric transports are top notch IMHO. If I had the money I would go the Esoteric route. Congrats! .......
139: I2S and Toslink (4.76)
Posted by bullethead on 2019-02-15, 04:35:38 (71.105.116.25)
I haven't tried I2S and Toslink but there is support! Thank you. .......
140: RE: I have a Grace Digital internet radio (4.74)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-02-28, 00:23:59 (108.27.17.93)
the signal will just be what is piped out of the rca outputs, I doubt it. how's the Grace? sounds like a cool device. .......
141: RE: Vluesound Vault vs NAD 50.2, any experience? (4.73)
Posted by bullethead on 2019-01-09, 06:39:37 (71.105.116.25)
The NAD does seem like a nicely featured and well built component. Good luck in your quest :) .......
142: RE: Torx, Maybe? (4.73)
Posted by bullethead on 2009-03-14, 18:11:48 (71.183.62.237)
I have MF equipment, I believe it is Torx, I remember going on an adventure trying to find a Torx set, but I did. He should just get the whole collection, never know when else you'll need it. ::: TOPI .......
143: what's better for digital signal? SPDIF or Optical? (4.73)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-05-16, 03:39:11 (173.56.38.94)
I have an option to use optical or spdif into a DAC, which would be better? .......
144: q-tip with alcohol (4.72)
Posted by bullethead on 2016-06-04, 15:57:58 (108.14.40.252)
I've cleaned my laser with a q-tip with rubbing alcohol on it. .......
145: Plugged in the Toslink out (4.72)
Posted by bullethead on 2019-02-15, 04:48:28 (71.105.116.25)
Toslink out is great! Going to try a high end Toslink. Much better with Toslink out than SPDIF! .......
146: indeed (4.72)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-09-13, 14:05:01 (108.29.158.46)
pc audio seems little bit less harsh, but for pure performance CD can't be beat, especially nowadays. of course talking 16bit 44.1khz, hi-res I prefer SACD. .......
147: RE: Nice. Enjoy. (4.72)
Posted by bullethead on 2016-03-12, 12:53:04 (108.14.40.252)
Thanks, I always say it, but this might be a pause until I upgrade again. I am thinking 2 years before I look out the windows to see what has gone on. MQA might be next assuming everyone in terms of .......
148: thank you (4.72)
Posted by bullethead on 2016-05-21, 17:42:55 (108.14.40.252)
I am a fan of herbies, I will look into this, I didn't get a chance this weekend to take apart the player as I've been in a lull, but this is more info to keep in mind as I get to this. I usually list .......
149: the bass is incredible (4.72)
Posted by bullethead on 2016-03-11, 17:07:27 (108.14.40.252)
This is insane, the bass is incredible... I know my hypex has a lot to do with it but his is insanely fantastic. .......
150: RE: REVIEW: Sonos Connect (wyred 4 sound modified) DAC Processors (4.70)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-08-23, 06:13:41 (173.68.57.130)
also have to state that this is a digital output upgrade made for using with a DAC. .......
151: RE: REVIEW: Sonos Connect (wyred 4 sound modified) DAC Processors (4.69)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-08-23, 12:53:10 (173.68.57.130)
thanks I forgot about pandora, I got it working, forgot about the algo they use, it is the best one. Take care .......
152: Deezer Elite has much more available that I like (4.69)
Posted by bullethead on 2016-03-13, 09:22:43 (108.14.40.252)
Tidal seems focused on what I call Hollywood hip hop. Deezer has a lot more music that I listen to available in streaming FLAC. .......
153: You haven't listened to high res MQA then (4.69)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-04-15, 20:43:01 (72.69.58.61)
Plenty of albums above 96khz on Tidal. The Tidal program into USB not Roon back then. .......
154: that is brilliant (4.69)
Posted by bullethead on 2020-12-08, 08:33:36 (72.69.58.103)
Congrats to you. Always been a believer in mods and if you can do such a thing it is impressive. There is always room for improvement. There is not much room inside impressively built equipment, it lo .......
155: RE: CD Player for $1000.00 (4.69)
Posted by bullethead on 2007-07-14, 09:26:59 (71.125.13.173)
YBA has a black cd player for around that price. I do not know how it sounds however. .......
156: Deezer elite here (4.68)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-01-10, 13:27:12 (98.113.225.33)
on the Sonos. I fall back to google unlimited if something is not available. Been very happy with Deezer elite. .......
157: RE: what's better for digital signal? SPDIF or Optical? (4.68)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-05-28, 19:18:58 (173.56.38.94)
thanks a lot, I've tried both. I like optical better, although SPDIF sounds smoother. .......
158: RE: DVD Audio Soundtracks versus Redbook (4.68)
Posted by bullethead on 2017-12-28, 13:40:34 (108.29.164.195)
DVD audio should technically be high resolution. .......
159: RE: Question about modern CD players (4.68)
Posted by bullethead on 2019-08-22, 07:02:45 (108.29.164.31)
Thank you very much for your help. I managed to get a Denon DN-500BD MKII professional player. The specifications are very vague, but I do believe I can now use a Blu-Ray burner instead of DVDR. ::: .......
160: RE: Did anyone ever try those high end Chinese CD players? (4.67)
Posted by bullethead on 2020-11-01, 03:19:45 (74.101.5.43)
That's interesting. I get the same effect with my Yahama. I checked it out, I see there is a non-tube version as well. I'll continue to look around. Alibaba and Aliexpress also have a few, one is call .......
161: RE: Not Chinese/high end... but I just love my Audiolab 6000cdt transport. (nt) (4.67)
Posted by bullethead on 2020-11-02, 17:32:07 (74.101.5.43)
I was a Dussun customer awhile back, there's a CD player from them too. There's another one called Winner as far as I can tell which looks good too. .......
162: wireless network should be 802.11g or higher (4.67)
Posted by bullethead on 2008-12-21, 11:56:14 (173.68.58.46)
If your wireless is running at g mode you're cool with the Duet. btw: that was the Absolute Sound that ran that article. .......
163: RE: Is using a dedicated transport (like this) better than a cd player? (4.66)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-05-17, 15:07:31 (173.56.38.94)
early on in my high end journey I've gone to the transport and never looked back. always a spinner and a separate DAC. .......
164: thanks (4.66)
Posted by bullethead on 2016-03-19, 15:23:54 (108.14.40.252)
thanks a lot. Whatever, I am good now. I had a dirty corroded SPDIF cable which caused the issues I talked about. I have some of that de-oxidization spray but it is not worth it saving the cable, it i .......
165: sounds interesting, I use a top loading cd player as well (4.66)
Posted by bullethead on 2016-05-30, 14:18:42 (108.14.40.252)
it does sound interesting... I see them for around $30 shipped from Hong Kong on Ebay. I added it to my take a look list. .......
166: Sure (4.66)
Posted by bullethead on 2019-01-01, 22:44:24 (71.105.116.25)
Sure, I like wireless N and above. If your wireless isn't up to this spec contact your Internet Service Provider for a better router, or run your own wireless access point or something similar. ::: TO .......
167: I have the Yamaha (4.64)
Posted by bullethead on 2014-07-26, 07:02:35 (173.68.54.85)
the Yamaha is a nice player, and pretty good for the price as it was $1,800 when they first released it. I got it for the price that is current now and I love it. .......
168: RE: Auralic Vega static clicks and pops (4.63)
Posted by bullethead on 2016-10-01, 10:09:33 (100.33.132.82)
Update, the clock was the issue. Can not lock to exact with USB streaming DSD. I am really happy to have this issue sorted out. .......
169: RE: A couple quick questions.... (4.62)
Posted by bullethead on 2017-07-05, 10:21:52 (108.29.164.195)
just headphone I use it with linux, not certain about macosx, I don't think mac needs a driver either and linux doesn't. not sure how to pronounce Aune, good equipment however for the price. ::: TOPIC .......
170: DAC3 compared with the DAC2 (4.62)
Posted by bullethead on 2007-12-30, 05:48:21 (96.232.96.78)
I can only comment on how much of a worthwhile upgrade it was over the Bel Canto DAC2. It was a HUGE upgrade. Go ahead and treat yourself. .......
171: i had them all (4.60)
Posted by bullethead on 2013-01-18, 21:31:42 (173.68.61.124)
The classic doesn't have volume control. Below is a link to downloads.slim devices.com .......
172: Yaqin DAC K 9 (4.60)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-11-17, 17:40:00 (108.14.40.252)
this can be found for around $500 or (edit) $600, I liked them so much I have two in two systems of mine. Yaqin DAC K 9 they are regular component size though. .......
173: seems the torrent community has an answer to my problems but (4.60)
Posted by bullethead on 2016-03-12, 19:45:27 (108.14.40.252)
I don't want a FBI letter, nor will I load up Tor just to get an album I already have. A market without a legitimate store, sad. I stay in line, just thought I would share that fact. .......
174: RE: static infection (4.59)
Posted by bullethead on 2016-09-22, 04:46:33 (66.87.30.162)
Thanks for your advice. It seemed like the network was being accessed without permission. Heavy loads on the processor for reasons I can only speculate at the moment. I was switching between a MacOSX .......
175: RE: yep (4.59)
Posted by bullethead on 2017-02-27, 04:08:36 (108.14.104.71)
Masters sound pretty good. I used the Meridian Explorer 2 DAC with them. considering most of the content I listen to is only available as 16/44.1 I still prefer the CD. However the stream is convenien .......
176: nice review, congrats (4.59)
Posted by bullethead on 2012-11-23, 20:29:47 (98.116.102.137)
PS Audio makes extremely great products. I use their P-200 as a preamp and it is a solid as a tank. I imagine you feel the same way about this DAC. Congrats! .......
177: RE: REVIEW: Sonos Connect (wyred 4 sound modified) DAC Processors (4.58)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-08-23, 11:26:25 (173.68.57.130)
thanks for the pandora recommendation, I have a lifetime subscription to pandora and haven't used it in years :) going to give it a whirl if I can soon. .......
178: got that covered (4.58)
Posted by bullethead on 2016-03-12, 04:04:05 (108.14.40.252)
ESS 9018 (correct me if I am wrong), $80 so it is above $20 :) And perhaps this is now a joke only you and I get Ivan303 :) however the unit is actually a processor, it upsamples as well on its own ra .......
179: RE: static infection (4.58)
Posted by bullethead on 2016-09-17, 21:51:06 (100.33.132.82)
not sure, because the clock warms up for exact mode,it has to get to a certain temperature for that, you could be right but it doesn't seem like it should behave like that. it could be it. I just thin .......
180: RE: I think that's part of it! (4.58)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-05-13, 19:05:26 (173.56.38.94)
you have good luck then with your quest. Last iPod I had was the nano 2gb and I gave that away quickly, I am not a fan of Apple ... Good luck with your mission, .......
181: RE: REVIEW: Bel Canto Design DAC3 DAC Processors (4.58)
Posted by bullethead on 2007-07-31, 09:47:08 (63.97.151.130)
Thanks I am using Ubuntu Studio with the Blackbox window manager, ALSA, and XMMS. I play FLAC files off of a NAS on my home network. .......
182: RE: gave it away (4.55)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-07-11, 09:54:21 (173.56.36.60)
I'm on the east coast, went out around 10am, gave the ipad to a family member. I slept at 8pm last night, woke up around 2am, been up ever since. I think it was around 3am or 4am my time during our po .......
183: cool (4.55)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-03-07, 08:22:16 (108.27.17.93)
I hooked up my turntable into an analogue to digital converter, then into my DAC, it sounded better too. Maybe the digital masked the unpleasantness. pretty cool, glad it worked for you. .......
184: RE: Experiences from Inmates using a toslink connection. (4.55)
Posted by bullethead on 2016-03-14, 05:06:16 (108.14.40.252)
I found the sound not as bright and more relaxed with Toslink. So you should be pretty surprised. It is a nice smooth sound. Let us know what you think when you try it. Warm regards. .......
185: RE: Would my modest system improve with a higher quality dac? (4.55)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-08-25, 11:19:06 (71.125.33.32)
Your Musical Fidelity A5 is excellent, what a beast. I would agree on getting into a better DAC would improve things. .......
186: RE: Vluesound Vault vs NAD 50.2, any experience? (4.55)
Posted by bullethead on 2019-01-08, 15:34:57 (71.105.116.25)
Guessing the NAD is built better with better internal components. But if you plug the Vault into a DAC will it matter that much of a difference? .......
187: RE: Sony SCD-CE595 5 Disk CD/SACD player (4.55)
Posted by bullethead on 2017-03-28, 21:43:15 (108.14.104.71)
Thank you, the incense ash, finally got enough ash for the traditional Buddhist way of burning it (put the sticks in ash). .......
188: RE: I'm using an Onkyo C-7030. (4.54)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-10-28, 05:36:49 (100.38.76.33)
I have a 10 year old Onkyo c-s5vl, your C-7030 is what I would get if I needed a replacement player. Onkyo is very good, especially if you are going to use it as a transport. .......
189: RE: Is it a SHM cd? (4.53)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-12-11, 17:17:28 (71.105.116.25)
I have some Shm Sacd, this says HMCD, the only thing I found is people calling it Shm CD. It does sound great. .......
190: I have the NAD M5 currently, not happy with it (4.53)
Posted by bullethead on 2009-03-11, 17:11:54 (71.183.62.237)
I currently have the NAD M5, it's not working properly after only a year or so. It'll be on EBAY soon if interested, starting bid $99 (use for parts). Thanks for the recommendation though. ::: TOPIC: .......
191: well, was RE: Esoteric (4.52)
Posted by bullethead on 2009-11-29, 19:42:33 (173.68.61.124)
If Blu-Ray audio is your thing you would know the answer, I'm not sure now what's for you. Will BD Audio take off? Or is it just another waste of time? I still stand behind the Esoteric suggestion it' .......
192: this clears up all the confusion, thanks (4.52)
Posted by bullethead on 2017-01-10, 16:25:14 (108.14.104.71)
thanks a lot Alan, this clears up all the confusion, a lossless wrapping and unfolding process! Excellent! Creating a spiral in a way. I appreciate this. Does anyone know where to get a list of MQA DA .......
193: RE: Sony SCD-CE595 5 Disk CD/SACD player (4.52)
Posted by bullethead on 2017-03-28, 21:41:56 (108.14.104.71)
I was around for the hype of this machine, I think. I use a Yamaha CD-S1000 for SACD, this is just for CD. .......
194: thanks (4.51)
Posted by bullethead on 2015-07-10, 22:24:14 (173.56.36.60)
thanks for your two cents. I remembered I had a PowerPC Powerbook and I could also install Linux on it with ctrl-c at boot-up. now everything is proprietary, yes the bios too. it is no longer just a c .......
195: RE: But do remember I got you beat.... (4.51)
Posted by bullethead on 2016-03-12, 09:14:43 (108.14.40.252)
I would have gotten that DAC but I was scared because I couldn't get it in the USA in a reliable manner. I am good for now however, I spent my bonus and tax rebate on upgrades, getting back into fruga .......
196: RE: lossless protocol implementation (4.51)
Posted by bullethead on 2017-10-26, 03:38:17 (108.29.164.195)
Hi Charles, you seem very well informed about this mess. Are you familiar with Deborah Tavares's works at stopthecrime.net? She has a lot of interviews on youtube, she seemed to drop off the net after .......
197: RE: CEC TL5 (4.51)
Posted by bullethead on 2019-01-04, 16:54:24 (71.105.116.25)
I always wanted a CEC transport. It seems the ones available are Japan electric 100volt so you would need some kind of power converter to get it to work if you are in the US. If you do get it please l .......
198: lossless digital files from a computer -) dac? (4.51)
Posted by bullethead on 2008-10-25, 09:33:00 (98.116.41.175)
That could be one reason. An $11K cd player can be one-upped by a $500 computer and a $3K DAC, plus you don't have to change any cds. .......
199: thanks for that (4.49)
Posted by bullethead on 2017-01-06, 05:49:13 (108.14.104.71)
thanks for that, I just cancelled tidal again after signing up yesterday. good to know, I'm not buying into MQA, especially for the very few albums they got there. it did sound pretty good, but knowin .......
200: RE: MQA sounds incredible, and a warning, need it now! (4.49)
Posted by bullethead on 2017-01-10, 02:13:45 (108.14.104.71)
as of that day I was referring to Tidal's software decoder. I'm using a Mac, haven't tried Windows yet to see how that sounds yet although I do have a machine that I can install Windows 10 on. ::: TOP .......
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