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1: DIY pays markup on components instead of the finished product (10.30)
Posted by Paul-D on 2002-04-02, 10:20:38 (195.174.0.155)
whereas manufacturers can buy them at a fraction of the price a DIYer would pay in the retail chain. It takes a big effort for a DIY to get the components, if he (she) has no access to corporate resou .......
2: Feedback on DIY Club from Hong Kong (10.30)
Posted by danlaudionut on 2003-11-06, 06:27:18 (205.188.208.9)
They have a DAC with premium parts, good layout and plenty of power supplies. Their DAC-50 has CS8414 RECIEVER DF1704 DIGITAL FILTER PCM 63K COLINEAR DAC TWO 6DJ8'S and NO Opamps Is this too good to b .......
3: DIY: DAC -> Amp volume control (10.07)
Posted by Ed on 1999-05-21, 11:03:45 (192.9.25.21)
I am thinking about installing a pot between my DAC and my Amp as the volume control. That means the DAC output sets the upper limit of my volume, i.e. I can only turn down the volume. What attributes .......
4: Would this work?! (9.32)
Posted by mikerewak on 2003-07-21, 11:57:04 (192.249.47.8)
Current setup: Nad 541 CDP Nad c740 receiver Dayton BR-1 Speakers (DIY) Phone cable speaker wire (DIY) Fine silver interconnects (DIY) I would absolutely love to be able to use my computer as a transp .......
5: Audio Note DAC kit 1.1 (8.98)
Posted by Alexei on 2000-02-29, 06:42:45 (195.170.63.146)
Hi! :) It looks like it is the only place on a face of this planet to get some information about subject. As I expected ;) (due to my experience with 2 x sampling CD player, that to my taste bits even .......
6: Re: Time to buy a clue guys! (8.53)
Posted by triodesteve on 2005-07-28, 21:12:03 (204.244.69.69)
Go to the link below and click on finished products...you will find a link there. When I bought mine, it was only available as a single box with batteries built in. I don't know if it's the best out t .......
7: cause of increasing harshness with increasing volume? (8.40)
Posted by Chuck on 2001-11-27, 07:55:58 (129.237.61.60)
I've tweaked and upgraded my system to the point that it sounds very smooth, detailed, & musical at low to moderate listening levels; when I turn the volume up higher, the sound gets progressively har .......
8: Excellence is actually pretty affordable (8.26)
Posted by 4season on 2012-09-01, 22:01:55 (209.180.250.229)
Digital source: DAC: ~$150 (Objective DAC) Headphone amplifier: $125 (O2 headphone amplifier) Speakers for modest-sized room: ~$1000 (Linkwitz Pluto DIY) .......
9: MSB MODS (8.25)
Posted by KK on 2000-02-14, 22:08:06 (24.201.18.125)
Hi, I recently purchased a used MSB Link DAC and would like to experiment with modifying the stock unit.Many of you have indicated that upgrading the PS makes a difference and I know that at least one .......
10: Re: The part about... (8.20)
Posted by Joe II-V on 2002-03-27, 11:44:48 (217.148.40.218)
>>Joe, I have not only heard an AN DAC, I own one, which I have heavily modified. I also own a non-oversampling filterless DAC from 47 Labs. So I have two. I see the 47 Labs mentioned in your system p .......
11: What me worry? (8.18)
Posted by Byrd69 on 2010-06-14, 18:42:06 (72.230.108.58)
snip: People have stopped buying new audio gear. Young people don't want to know, and - as can be seen from this thread - older folks are happy using old equipment. I'm part of that crowd. Why should .......
12: No Stand-Outs... (8.18)
Posted by Todd Krieger on 2002-12-15, 14:27:55 (208.176.168.63)
ART DI/O DAC Channel Islands CDA-1 DAC Audio Technica OC-9ML cartridge Used Harman/Kardon 930 receiver (as tuner) GR Research Paradox 1 speakers (candidate) Crescendo DIY power cords .......
13: "....attaching a small high quality DAC to the iPod...." (8.13)
Posted by powermatic on 2009-05-01, 15:13:55 (66.220.116.14)
There are products out there that fit the 'scale' factor for portability, but the trouble is bipassing the Ipod dac-AFAIK, Wadia is the only product that accomplishes that (though I'm no expert). Here .......
14: RE: my daughter and her husband want me to build them a horn and flea power system (7.42)
Posted by Oldbean2 on 2024-01-01, 16:56:09 (104.28.103.23)
Initial plans are Oris Orpheans w/ the concentric compression drivers, with a DIY horn below that (Edgar Show Horn? K-horn? Or?) and a tapped horn for deep bass. Plate amps and likely DSP on the low .......
15: Has anyone heard the Audio Note DAC kit? (7.39)
Posted by Mike on 2000-02-25, 15:20:59 (24.92.35.128)
If yes, have you also heard a Merridian 506.18 cd player? The reason I ask is because in an effort to create shelf space, have fun, get better sound and to DIY (not to mention that I dig tubes!)I am t .......
16: Re: too many CD players to choose from (7.37)
Posted by Mike on 2000-05-30, 14:48:41 (24.92.35.86)
If you are DIY inclined, why not try the tubed output Audio Note DAC 1.1 kit at $699. .......
17: Some DIY'ers who's efforts have resulted in commercial products... (7.35)
Posted by darkmoebius on 2006-04-20, 23:16:37 (68.4.35.110)
1. Peter Daniel of AudioZone's Pre-T1 transformer volume control (based off Thorsten's work), Amp 1, Amp2, and now DAC. Here's the 2003 6Moons Amp1 review , his first product that came grew out of th .......
18: DIY intergrated Amp, DAC,Buffer in one box. (7.33)
Posted by Tims on 2012-08-06, 16:54:10 (122.61.105.220)
I'm in the process of building a My_Ref chip-amp and already have a separate DAC, and a buffer. Each board is fairly small and similarly sized and I've been thinking about stacking them together in on .......
19: diy in the works (errr mind) (7.32)
Posted by zarniwoop on 2005-10-28, 16:13:42 (67.87.226.152)
I have been planning on hacking an ipod into a stand-alone tube amp for years. I want to take the digital out (somehow) though, into a proper DAC because the analogue stage on ipods is typical crap. H .......
20: How funny (7.29)
Posted by Jon L on 2003-03-24, 11:09:25 (162.119.232.100)
I, too, have owned Cal Icon, Alpha, plus many others in between, and listened to the Audiologic 34 many times. You probably got a good deal on it used, and I'm sure you'll be happy. Very musical DAC i .......
21: Any tube DAC suggestions would be great, the tube sound has me hooked! (7.24)
Posted by samoore on 2000-02-26, 15:06:24 (128.174.87.18)
DIY DACs would be fine also. Thanks! .......
22: Re: CAL Delta transport + Parasound 1100 DAC for now. (7.24)
Posted by Keith on 1999-03-07, 13:57:53 (128.59.118.233)
Hey, cool, I love long essays. :) Right now I'm using the CAL Delta with an Entech 203.2, connected with the "Max Rochlin memorial" DIY cable, and right now I'm also listening to a Cardas Lightling di .......
23: RE: Sparse space (7.22)
Posted by aljordan on 2010-04-04, 11:09:13 (74.69.242.210)
The only component on the equipment rack is the DAC, which is currently directly feeding the amps. You may notice a small port hole in the wall behind the DAC where a couple of wires are runnin .......
24: Re: Audio Note DAC Kit 1.1 DAC Processors (7.21)
Posted by Steven R. Rochlin on 2000-04-08, 02:33:40 (204.97.236.29)
Stew, >>>Usually reviews come a dime a dozen, with all their superlatives which one feels one has heard so many times before, but I tell you, Steve is right on with this one! A most humble thanks. Ye .......
25: Totally skewed by PC audio, newer technology and DIY (7.15)
Posted by 4season on 2010-06-10, 06:15:37 (71.208.205.251)
Not much I can do to reduce costs of tube amps aside from assembling myself, because these are inherently expensive to make. Ditto with my speakers. Digital sources on the other hand..! I'm greatly en .......
26: Re: a neighbor's TV (7.08)
Posted by rogerbrubaker on 2004-08-22, 07:00:09 (12.72.120.85)
...is filling the cable with noise. It's illegal by the way. You can try your hand with the FCC. It is winnable with a lot of technical support and a lot of time. The AM radio thing can track it down. .......
27: Re: Hmmm... that may explain it (7.06)
Posted by benie on 2006-01-19, 21:19:59 (24.85.134.89)
I once had a nice little DIY DAC That someone made and after a few hours of listening knew something was up. It seems the left + right outputs were reversed. So I took the easy way and just hooked it .......
28: A few ideas (6.96)
Posted by triodesteve on 2006-07-07, 17:25:47 (68.189.138.8)
First head over to the Room Acoustics forum and ask for help. There are some very knowledgable people over there that may have suggestions for keeping the music inside of your apt, and maybe help in q .......
29: RE: 60 to 80 high quality dealers? Really? (6.93)
Posted by robertd on 2011-03-13, 19:10:31 (74.83.186.39)
I guess I don't think it's enough for a store to carry a decent line or two. I'm saying this in terms of getting exposure to interesting lines and innovations, and meeting people who really can consu .......
30: Differrent interconnects for different components? (6.90)
Posted by Ago on 1999-12-08, 09:31:24 (193.149.77.44)
What about using both cables? Nordost between pre and amp and the VdH between DAC and Pre? Is it better to use the same interconnect across all the components or I can mix and match? A slightly warmer .......
31: Re: Upgrade possibilities? (6.88)
Posted by paco on 2001-03-04, 10:48:35 (195.53.185.88)
i'd do this: 1. daruma 3II under your cdp 2. audio note dac.1x 3. homegrown silver IC's (still cheaper if you DIY them) good luck! best, paco .......
32: AQ Turquoise were great until I upgraded Pre Amp (6.87)
Posted by Ed Hsu on 2000-09-11, 17:13:45 (209.122.185.222)
AQ Turquoise were great connecting my DAC to my integrated amp until I upgraded to a Pre Amp & Power amp, after which they became unbearably bright. I then changed to Straight Wire Rhapsody II which w .......
33: DIY adaptor for ECC808 to go in place of ECC83 sockets? (6.77)
Posted by Grummer on 2003-11-24, 05:19:28 (210.54.69.116)
I picked up a pair of NOS (yes, really N.O.S, unmarked, paint flakes off easily,etc) Telefunken ECC808 quite cheap, but I understand its really a premium ECC83 with a different pin outs. I would like .......
34: Re: Help fine tune my system :-) Ok (6.66)
Posted by Jeff Starr on 2002-01-17, 15:20:04 (206.250.231.97)
Hi, check out the link below, for info on DIY room treatments. The Quick and Dirty Bass Traps are easy and helpful. Also consider either the Room Tunes or Echobusters corner pieces. They helped my roo .......
35: A few bargain pleasant surprises (6.65)
Posted by AbeCollins on 2020-11-29, 06:54:30 (73.78.200.105)
"What upgrades/changes turned out to be even better than you had originally anticipated?" Bargains that surprised me: * Raspberry Pi DIY builds for network streaming * PS Audio NuWave DSD DAC * Top .......
36: Re: please help upgrade mid-fi system....$500-$700 budget...i really need advice (6.60)
Posted by bartc on 2003-12-09, 06:23:10 (198.81.26.9)
IMHO, this is the order of importance in recreating great sound, and if you were rebuilding a system this is the way I'd say to go: 1) adjust speaker placement until you've got the best you can - read .......
37: RE: Whose amps are these? (6.59)
Posted by Jon L on 2009-06-01, 08:05:47 (71.110.249.199)
That would be Frank Cooter's "DIY" dynamic amp. He's the man who also made this 3-piece electrostat amp with two Mercury-vapor power supplies, which happened to be driven by AudioNote 4.1X balanced DA .......
38: I think there would be... (6.55)
Posted by Frosty on 2002-08-22, 15:31:26 (205.138.20.75)
It would probably involve a laser vibration detector, and converting it to an electric signal and comparing it to the output of a DAC or something. Yes, it would not be 100% accurate, but I think it w .......
39: Re: Will a better Interconnect improve the sound from DVD Player(CD playback) (6.51)
Posted by srdavis2000 on 2003-11-17, 18:04:34 (204.149.20.50)
I agree that speaker wire would make the biggest difference as far as wire goes. You can buy the Home Theater Wire from Alpha Core direct and skin the ends, notch them and there you have it without co .......
40: Audio Research SP20 (6.49)
Posted by E-Stat on 2014-12-25, 10:01:28 (206.255.209.123)
The SP9 has served me well for over 15 years - moved that to garage system. Now using preamp with digital source and employing balanced connections from DAC and to amps. Previously, I found a DIY atte .......
41: Felt like there was something wrong with my subwoofer.... (6.49)
Posted by orpheus on 2012-05-26, 12:01:06 (173.2.31.135)
I was listening and realized that I wasn't getting much bass response, so I played some test tracks through the subwoofer, and found that it didn't have any output. I checked all the settings, and wa .......
42: RE: Young audio enthusiasts (6.36)
Posted by Oldbean2 on 2024-03-07, 07:40:32 (104.28.104.103)
My daughter and her husband (in their 20s) are resurrecting a derelict turn of the century mansion, don't have the money for today's price bloated high end. So, they're going the vintage/ DIY route. .......
43: RE: Anyone using a DC powered system? (6.35)
Posted by endust4237 on 2009-07-23, 11:44:04 (81.183.47.48)
A complete Altmann Attraction DAC/Altmann BYOB amp (spiral cell car battery powered) source is a Macbook, with some Danley PA and open baffle DIY speakers. Like it a lot. .......
44: Power help (6.31)
Posted by newbaltguy on 2005-07-16, 20:36:35 (67.80.10.64)
I'm sick of wall warts and I don't want to spend more on converting power than the device costs (phono preamp and dac)! Are there DIY instructions for building a power supply to replace one or more wa .......
45: Re: What is your (soon to be ex-) main system? (n.t.) (6.27)
Posted by NickR on 2001-03-24, 15:42:58 (63.44.11.1)
Denon DCM-370 as transport Van Alstine Omega IV Dac Creek OBH-12 passive preamp 2 Odyssey Stratos mono power amps PSB Stratus Bronze speakers various cables including DH-Labs and DIY 89259 ::: TOPIC: .......
46: Pigtail, Teflon, feet, antistatic foam, polish CDs, quartz crystals,A/C outlet (6.23)
Posted by Elizabeth on 2011-06-24, 00:22:11 (65.28.186.225)
Polish CDs with Meguairs Scratch X and Viva paper towels. Tube $12 last years. smooths the CD surface for better playback. Cosmetic brush to brush off Cd before play. Tiny bits of dust removed so they .......
47: Re: system recommendations needed for $1000 (6.22)
Posted by rrsands on 2001-09-05, 04:10:42 (216.151.103.187)
chiggy; this is right at $1K if you don't want to dick around with diy cables; nad 350 int $365 pioneer 434 dvd $200 paradigm atoms $200 lovan affiniti stands $105 kimber pbj i/c $80 kimber 4tr cable .......
48: the -A- F systems (6.20)
Posted by Byrd69 on 2024-01-10, 09:51:48 (24.59.229.201)
The -B- system in the office. SE 6BQ5 / 12AT7 / 5Y3GT console pull, DIY 6SN7GT / 5Y3GT preamp, Fostex full-range speakers, M&K sub not shown. The -C- system under the main -A- system. Lafayett .......
49: Budget Challenge with a wee bit o-diy (6.18)
Posted by Kloss on 2007-11-17, 09:24:58 (76.201.158.187)
Madisounds BK20 kit $400, 2-Fostex fe208esigma drivers -2 Fountek ribbons arround $750, Music Hall Maven 100 watts nice upsampling Dac new under $1000, used under $700 and a Opo DVD $200.So total $235 .......
50: HELP /tda 1541 (6.17)
Posted by ZAC on 2002-11-23, 01:24:12 (213.149.37.90)
Dear Friends! I have problem with TDA 1541 in my DIY DAC (Thorsten's Adagio) I think the CS8412 is OK. OUT on TDA = -0,5V !!!! IN PIN1 = 44.1 kHz IN PIN2 = 2.822 MHz IN PIN3 = DATA All supplies a .......
51: Need help with upgrade ... (6.17)
Posted by Mike (Canada) on 2002-05-27, 14:43:34 (198.96.2.93)
Ok, I've got the money for one upgrade and would very much welcome you're input in the decision making process. My current system is as follows: Dynaudio 52's (plugged with supplied foam - no choice h .......
52: too many CD players to choose from (6.16)
Posted by Randy Bey on 2000-05-30, 13:56:58 (63.226.151.165)
This is a happy problem but a problem nonetheless. I do not have $24,000 to spend on seperate DAC's and transports, but I hope to improve my CD listening capability. I currently have a NAD C520 CD pla .......
53: RE: Cheap Chinese DACs... (6.15)
Posted by Ivan303 on 2015-10-06, 16:29:24 (76.220.25.80)
Audio-gd Master 11. Should be here in a couple weeks, that is if they can find a few more cheap DAC chips (PCM1704U-K) to stick in it. Speaking of which (cheap Chinese gear) my LITE Audio DIY tube pr .......
54: Options (6.13)
Posted by triodesteve on 2006-01-29, 07:44:21 (68.189.138.151)
The advent of digital amplifiers, chip amplifiers, and computer audio has really opened up this area. Here are some examples: Sources: Turntables: Teres, Origin Live DC kit for Linn LP12 D/A Convert .......
55: Re: What are the best commercial products for DIY mods? (6.10)
Posted by Dan W on 2001-03-29, 22:26:03 (209.63.9.75)
I will assume you are talking about mods rather than just tweaks. I have found the following products rewarding to work on and inexpensive to start with: 1) Pioneer DV-525, 333, 434...etc. 2) Jolida 3 .......
56: "So things are a bit skewed" ... (6.05)
Posted by andyr on 2008-03-29, 02:37:13 (121.220.23.164)
I agree with you DR. This sort of recommended price-breakdown is only relevant to people who: a) only buy new retail, and b) never do any DIY mods. Plus, you really should factor in the cost of money .......
57: Your old school category boundries don't quite fit some of us... (6.04)
Posted by AbeCollins on 2015-05-23, 12:06:20 (50.183.218.111)
Why not a dedicated listener who enjoys the convenience of modern technology for dedicated listening sessions, viewing sessions, background music, and music while mobile? iPad remote controls all medi .......
58: laptop + NAS = DIY 'streamer' (5.98)
Posted by mhardy6647 on 2022-08-29, 08:21:37 (71.192.138.56)
Certainly if one prefers to "own" (or at least have in house) the content to which one listens, an old lappie and a NAS and even a halfway decent DAC will give a pretty good simulation of a server wi .......
59: RE: Tidal or Qobuz (5.98)
Posted by AbeCollins on 2023-05-30, 12:25:13 (73.229.163.4)
I -believe- you should be able to playback and hear CD quality and higher from your PC. I'm not as familiar with PCs but I think you need a Windows driver for your DAC and the Qobuz App might need to .......
60: RE: Don't know why you say that.............. (5.94)
Posted by Dan Banquer on 2007-11-23, 12:39:46 (71.174.99.215)
The DAC, pre amp & amps are designed and built by R.E. Designs. Big surprise eh? The rest of it is here along Fried G3A's http://www.audioholics.com/tweaks/do-it-yourself-diy-topics/building-a-pc-as-a .......
61: RE: Nothing to save.. (5.92)
Posted by Todd Krieger on 2011-01-14, 17:59:36 (72.200.96.172)
"Can you give us an example of a recording that you think is digital done right?" Pardon the confusion....... I'm referring to the playback devices, not the recordings........ There are not a lot of C .......
62: I don't have a problem with my X10d original (5.87)
Posted by bartc on 2007-03-17, 06:00:06 (207.200.116.196)
But I don't have a $30K system either! Mine worked very well, once I DIYed a good power supply. Haven't tweaked it otherwise from the original, except to DIY tube dampers. But the tubes are NOT the or .......
63: Retail price or ? (5.86)
Posted by Rod M on 2022-10-16, 13:24:01 (204.94.81.82)
Let's see, my main system might retail for perhaps $25K, but some of the gear was used and some is DIY, so my cost is more like $10K. My office system is all used, except the streamer and DAC, and mo .......
64: If you've got $160, then... (5.84)
Posted by darkmoebius on 2001-04-30, 18:12:57 (24.11.202.27)
www.spidergear.com sells refurbished Denon-370's for $159. I've gotten 5 cd players for myself and friends from them, and the one time there was something wrong with the 360, they replace it right awa .......
65: Open or Closed top end? (5.83)
Posted by BobM on 2000-11-14, 05:43:44 (216.173.36.58)
I've got a Cal Labs DX2 CD player that has suited me just fine for a couple of years. But I've always noted that the top end wasn't as open or as extended as many other systems I've heard. The details .......
66: Do DIY supplies count as "accessories"? (5.82)
Posted by BobM on 2003-08-01, 06:11:43 (167.230.38.7)
If they do then my breakdown in terms of dollars out of pocket is something like this (pretty much all bought used): McCormack DNA .5 (amp) = $800 Audio Prism Mantissa (preamp) = $1300 Art DI/O DAC = .......
67: Re: my new bryston b60 kicks butt......question, though... (5.76)
Posted by Shinto on 2001-10-03, 09:22:04 (24.176.191.230)
In general terms, yes. I replaced the jumpers on my receiver with various interconnects and all were an improvement (even the ultra el-cheapo ones that come with mass-market components). You might wan .......
68: Anybody interested in a cheap DIY CDP with tube output? (5.76)
Posted by Velvet on 2000-01-24, 20:25:47 (202.217.1.151)
Check out the following! Too bad it doesn't mention which DAC chip it uses and only ONE tube for BOTH output...... cheap thou! FYI 28,800 Yen only. Too bad the info isn't on their English page yet! .......
69: Re: Please Critique My Theoretical System! (5.71)
Posted by HD Audio on 2003-02-18, 12:12:44 (12.251.194.122)
Your choices seem quite reasonable for an "entry level", however I usually don't consider a system with DAC unit as being entry level. The only components on your list that I'm not familiar with would .......
70: Re: What a welcome change (5.69)
Posted by Stephen on 1999-03-23, 08:38:19 (206.61.209.168)
Sounds like a fine system. You could stay busy just playing with tubes in your DAC. Try some tubes from the 5751 family in place of the stock Sovtek 12AX7 used by CAL; you don't need a degree in the o .......
71: An important lesson in system matching... (5.67)
Posted by Keith on 1999-05-14, 10:30:40 (128.59.118.233)
Yesterday one of my friends brought over his MSB Link DAC... I put it in my system (replacing my Entech 203.2 DAC), and I found that although I got a lot more background details, more dynamics, a stro .......
72: RE: Does HiFi have a sound? (5.67)
Posted by rscollege@sbcglobal.net on 2010-09-17, 12:45:41 (198.176.188.201)
Well this is an embarassment. My Marantz receiver is a 2226- not 2622. I just picked up a couple TDA1545 dac chips. I'm thinking of trying a DIY non oversample DAC. Doesn't seem like there's much cost .......
73: I think you have some incorrect notions about this (5.65)
Posted by hermanesque on 2008-07-01, 06:11:44 (68.179.167.19)
Isn't there still the question of all the noise from my computer going out on the USB? no No music server sounded as good as my old Zanden DAC What music servers did you try? I would propose that .......
74: Sony lifetime on mine has been great (5.65)
Posted by dlr on 1999-06-18, 08:29:07 (155.95.191.221)
I have a Sony C15ESD (their original 10 disk magazine style) purchased in 1989. It's been overseas and back, to Canada and back, and worked fine until a couple of years ago (occasional skip). I use it .......
75: best bang for buck: outboard dac or better speakers? (5.61)
Posted by Chuck on 2001-04-30, 13:20:43 (129.237.61.60)
Howdy. I'd like to hear your votes on this. My system: Rotel 951 cd player, AA Puccini SE integrated, Madisound kit speakers (Cygnet) (comparable to B&W's mid-level speakers), MIT T2 cables, DIY silve .......
76: Just one comment . . . (5.59)
Posted by JefferyK on 2004-12-07, 09:09:17 (198.38.46.73)
I mentioned this before but deleted my message. I really think a nubie should try vibration damping/isolation with a CDP BEFORE spending money on mods and/or an external DAC. Why? Because it could imp .......
77: front-end & speakers (5.58)
Posted by paco on 2000-12-06, 01:13:29 (62.42.63.4)
hi Timbo, IMHO your system is not well balanced: you've got excellent electronics, but your source is many steps down (did you try the bel canto dac-1?); as for your 1.6 they are right, but you would .......
78: Re: What would *you* do? (5.58)
Posted by GPB on 2001-08-28, 03:00:11 (65.24.150.249)
I use the Sony S-7000 as a transport and have good luck with it. I'm wondering about the Lexicon and your speaker cables. When I added the Perp. Tech. P-3A I was less than impressed when compared to t .......
79: RE: kits (5.56)
Posted by abs1 on 2014-05-02, 13:20:37 (184.166.4.36)
Why have someone assemble a kit? Of course the first reason would be that it's a great way to go if you're not a DIY'er, but besides that check the price of an assembled DAC 2.1 Level B kit vs. a 2.1 .......
80: TEAC VRDS 10 vs Phillips Pro2? (5.55)
Posted by Lovan on 2002-08-02, 14:01:48 (213.101.21.35)
I have got an offer of buying a Teac vrds 10 for $400. It's tweaked with a new powersupply, new clock and added balanced output. I think this is a quite fair price but I wonder how the transport compa .......
81: Thanks for inputs so far. It's helpful. (5.55)
Posted by kurt s on 2010-11-26, 05:23:11 (118.172.55.188)
I sort of am now thinking my own old amp to put back together, and it's not really much, depending on how it survives the trip, my speakers minus the stands (get here instead, some new ones) and a ne .......
82: Re: I would just add... (5.54)
Posted by Dave-A on 2004-11-30, 07:08:50 (206.71.90.3)
You should contact Ron Welborne of Welborne Labs to audition some good SET amps on Oris horns. Chris Brady of Teres Audio also lives in the Denver area. He builds exquisite turntables, and has a fine .......
83: RE: New to the obsession looking for tips suggestions. (5.52)
Posted by Cavemanlarry on 2013-11-18, 10:10:55 (184.36.187.223)
Ok guys thanks so much for your help. I think I've got my upgrade path figured out. 1. Decent turntable. I may buy new as I really don't want a project. 2. Subwoofer. Maybe used maybe a DIY from parts .......
84: RE: Buying American (5.51)
Posted by Freo-1 on 2023-12-03, 07:30:32 (107.145.111.207)
My integrated amps are made in France. My speakers and headphone DAC are made in the UK. My headphones were made in Germany and Japan. My Blu Ray players are EU companies, but made in Taiwan. My secon .......
85: RE: New Here..My System (5.45)
Posted by KanedaK on 2021-03-31, 22:47:09 (178.51.223.157)
welcome! cool system! I also own a "high end system on the cheap": massive DIY horn speakers, multi amped with tiny class D amps, vintage preamp that I completely modded and overhauled, great value ac .......
86: Notice: Speakers from “The Puget Sound” DIY Speaker Contest at PNWAS meeting September 14 in Seattle (5.45)
Posted by Joe Pittman on 2006-09-13, 12:30:49 (67.40.24.69)
The Pacific Northwest Audio Society sponsors a DIY speaker building contest every two years and just had the contest last August 26th. There were a total of 16 entries and contestants were invited to .......
87: Cost effective upgrade (5.39)
Posted by Laz on 1999-08-16, 03:13:45 (202.85.87.136)
Since I can't seem to get a straight answer from the dealers I frequent (they're always trying to sell me stuff....), I thought I'd turn to the greater wisdom of the folks on AA. I just upgraded my sy .......
88: Legitimate uses of the unencrypted stream and anti-trust (5.38)
Posted by Nicholas Fulford on 1999-12-09, 09:34:35 (205.188.195.32)
As a person who has spent some time and money designing a standalone DAC using (the Burr-Brown DF1704/PCM1704 and CS8420 chips), I am in the position where all the work I do may be useless if I am not .......
89: Re: Taddeo Digital Antidote (5.37)
Posted by Thorsten on 1999-07-04, 12:18:23 (195.99.125.202)
Hi all, I know this a double-post from Soundstage!Live, but not all inmates here also hang out as SSL.... So for the benefit of those: I have been using a DIY Version of the passive "digital antidote" .......
90: Re: High End $$ Backlash?? (5.37)
Posted by Scott G. on 2001-12-21, 18:12:42 (206.172.135.93)
2) $1500 won't buy much of anything. True some of the time. But not all the time; Babb Single Driver Transmission Lines $325, Esoteric CD Transport $375, Audio Note DAC $600, SET 245/2A3 amp incl tube .......
91: I was voluntarily committed and ... (5.31)
Posted by soldermizer on 2011-12-15, 20:13:23 (72.184.244.113)
my successes have been varied. Like many in this hobby, I think that part of it is the [fleeting] satisfaction of getting new stuff, playng with it, and (perhaps) selling it when we lose interest. I a .......
92: Re: anyone heard the bell canto dac 1 yet? (LONG!) (5.28)
Posted by Mike Bates on 1999-12-23, 09:58:44 (204.210.193.104)
I've had mine since last Friday. I am using it with a Pioneer DV606d DVD player through the optical output via a Monster toslink interconnect. Out of the box it was pretty hard and one dimensional sou .......
93: RE: Simple, it's the transformers. The raw parts cost of the magnetic metal cores such as Permalloy 45 or (5.27)
Posted by jgwtriode on 2012-05-26, 14:19:12 (12.71.47.42)
Hey John: Getting back into the audio thing after a few years abscense. Going total diy this time with a lower budget. So time to build some Bazooka's again with FE 206EN's. Mine got destroyed in an .......
94: Re: The part about... (5.24)
Posted by Robert H. on 2002-03-27, 08:08:11 (216.191.148.170)
Joe, I have not only heard an AN DAC, I own one, which I have heavily modified. I also own a non-oversampling filterless DAC from 47 Labs. So I have two. Stereophile will never review the AN DAC kit 1 .......
95: Because of the internet and rave that people created ... (5.22)
Posted by EdT on 2001-03-20, 11:17:14 (192.9.25.22)
they are only interested in 1st tier products. 2nd tier, 3rd tier don't get a chance. It's quite different than 1 or 2 years ago, when a good product was advertised at a reasonable price, people would .......
96: Deaf: This "hungry deck" problem may be associated... (5.20)
Posted by DeKay on 2002-08-06, 14:44:12 (152.163.188.5)
with my specific player (CAL Icon MkII). When the mat rides too high (when it's not flat) it gets brushed behind the transport when the tray opens. Not a big deal to me as removing the cover (and clea .......
97: Buying a new DAC . . . (5.18)
Posted by scruffy_ on 2005-09-06, 10:17:15 (66.245.194.254)
did make things sound different, but only because the distortion shifted somewhat. You don't need expensive cables, just good shielded cables along with other preventative measures. You might want to .......
98: Re: Brew Your Own! (5.16)
Posted by MikeP on 1999-03-26, 08:00:53 (168.166.10.30)
Try the Radio Shack magnet wire home brew described in Listener. They cost about $1.60 each. I don't have the stock numbers handy, but buy RS magnet wire. 3 rolls 22, 26 and 30 guage for $5 and a pack .......
99: $$$$$ Not Requisite for Satisfaction..... (5.14)
Posted by Todd Krieger on 2005-10-07, 19:06:42 (70.209.48.120)
You may also want to "think outside the box" when it comes to system building... Generally-speaking the most-satisfied audio owners go after the following... -Single-ended triode amplfiers. If you hea .......
100: disappointing coverage..... some of best rooms not covered so far (5.12)
Posted by soundquest on 2004-10-10, 18:26:19 (64.164.115.62)
the room with jim dowdy custom amps and the steve schnell horns with the fantastic new promise of field coil drivers and the room by BD diy horns and the innovative battery powered dac that is fed by .......
101: An alternative to purchasing another player.... (5.12)
Posted by John C. - Aussie on 2003-02-02, 13:50:32 (203.221.14.117)
... would be to tweak your present unit. You might be disappointed with a replacement player as some at the lower end of the price scale, under severe competition pressure, have cut on quality. I unde .......
102: It should be the future...but... (5.11)
Posted by dwpc on 2002-01-09, 09:12:08 (207.178.211.66)
I started a thread on computer storage of audio files a couple weeks ago in Digital Domain. It didn't take long for a few posters to come up with DIY audio servers ideas limited only by hard drive cap .......
103: 10 grand is a "budget" for a system, but not a "budget system" (5.11)
Posted by pburke on 2004-04-20, 10:03:28 (144.92.40.31)
at that price point, you really can do quite a lot. Here's what I'd do: a) grab a pair of used Magnepan 3.6R, add some Mye stands, get an active crossover for them that eliminates the external passive .......
104: RE: A picture of our systems (5.09)
Posted by Joe LG on 2010-01-18, 06:28:09 (118.101.72.182)
Equipment. 1) TNN300 fanless PC 2) Empirical Audio Offramp 3 with shunt regulated power supply 3) Apogee Digital Big Ben clock conditioner 4) Modded AN DAC 1.1 5) Vacuumstate SVP 2 premap or Audio Re .......
105: Re: New Mk.III version is forthcoming. (5.06)
Posted by Mr.Radar on 2005-04-21, 17:35:17 (66.188.203.122)
They've discountinued the MKII and they haven't yet released the MKIII (which should include upgraded capaciters and a USB DAC, for use with computers). If you want to buy one now you'll have to go us .......
106: Because it might sound better (5.05)
Posted by Matthew G. on 2002-08-07, 07:44:13 (129.44.38.155)
My DAC has a variable output, and connecting it directly to a relatively sensitive amp gives a very clean, smooth sound with zero noise. However, with a good active pre-amp, I get much better dynamics .......
107: Main factors: speaker dispersion and placement, and room acoustics (and of course the recordings) (5.04)
Posted by Brian H P on 2015-03-04, 14:06:30 (69.59.200.72)
Hi Beppe: Although my system (Adcom amplification, Sony CD player, AR turntable, various DIY speakers, Velodyne sub) is quite modest by "high end" standards, I routinely hear a wide, deep stage with p .......
108: Re: Polarity device if DAC or Preamp does not have polarity switch (5.04)
Posted by tv69 on 2001-11-13, 10:08:02 (207.219.43.196)
Thank you Kal (of Stereophile fame?) for the advice. I feel that the easiest way to implement this polarity switcher is between the amp and speakers, however, the opamp circuit you mentioned sounds in .......
109: RE: Capital Audiofest 2011 Photos posted (5.03)
Posted by Salectric on 2011-07-11, 03:57:15 (71.200.186.252)
I agree with a number of your comments. For my tastes, the best sounding (and most interesting) rooms were (not in any particular order): 1. Wilson Sashas/D'Agorstino amps/Nordost cables---Peter McGra .......
110: RE: Capital Audiofest 2011 Photos posted (5.02)
Posted by Markhh2 on 2011-07-10, 18:38:52 (198.228.195.119)
Great pics. I spent 2 days here and had a lot of fun. Great sound in many rooms, both vinyl and digital, but at the end of the day it's clear that even great digital has a ways to go. The rooms that I .......
111: potential system - my first step into hi-fi (or mid-fi, if you like) (5.02)
Posted by Matt DeNardo on 2003-07-08, 20:44:10 (67.87.8.75)
After doing a lot of research over the past year on what type of system would be good for me, I have tentatively decided on what I want in my first serious non-headphone listening setup. Source: DIY s .......
112: It's a godsend to dealers, ain't it? (5.02)
Posted by James L on 2004-01-22, 17:48:41 (199.45.150.248)
It's a source component. Period. Your characterization of a system with cheap speakers typifies the audiophile misconception of what computer based digital audio is capable of, so it's little wonder t .......
113: Maybe upgrade the CDP first (5.01)
Posted by Matthew G. on 2002-04-18, 17:30:13 (141.149.51.251)
Late 80's CD players tend to sound pretty bad through modern, revealing electronics and speakers. I learned this the hard way when I tried to build a system around an older Yamaha CD player. It sounde .......
114: All -as low & short as possible (4.99)
Posted by BobM on 1999-12-10, 05:30:24 (216.173.36.58)
Basically by using a passive preamp you're adding nothing more than a volume attenuator between your DAC or CD player and your amp. The entire interconnect run should really be thought of as a single .......
115: Re: AES SE3 Tube preamp vs Bottlehead Foreplay??? (4.98)
Posted by JP on 2002-02-10, 06:49:50 (205.188.200.52)
I just wanted to chime in to offer my 2 cents on the Foreplay. I recently finished my second Foreplay. Basically, I used the same circuit and it went into a Hammond chassis with a lot of modifications .......
116: RE: Poll - And by what percentage has the value decreased since purchase? (4.98)
Posted by Todd Krieger on 2013-01-27, 23:29:31 (72.208.173.79)
In the main system, the Von Schweikert VR4.5 Mod 5 speakers, which I think retailed for $8,500, is probably worth $1,500..... (Speakers suffered cosmetic degradation in the woodwork.) BUT..... The Red .......
117: Re: OK, they're expensive but.. (4.96)
Posted by Stephn on 1999-09-17, 09:50:26 (206.61.209.139)
>> The Mana supports are superb for sprung suspension TTs (the only way to go IMO) but the racks are sized with Naim-sized gear in mind. The Mana Sound stages (glass version) make excellent amp stands .......
118: Don't need a preamp; top flight power amp is critical (4.93)
Posted by JonMarsh on 2002-03-22, 15:57:19 (63.203.70.52)
A very good conventional preamp is certainly desirable, but in my experience you can do without; I use a modified Marchand passive preamp (Shallco rotary switch volume control and balance), with very .......
119: "Cheap High-End" System (4.92)
Posted by Todd Krieger on 2001-07-14, 23:43:20 (208.176.169.18)
RS CD-3400 transport- $75 ART DIO DAC- $190 Luminous Audio Allegro RCA digital I/C- $75 ASL TI Passive Stage- $300 ASL Wave monos- $200 Pi "One Pi" speakers- $340/pr Absolute Power Cords- $100 DIY (Be .......
120: Oh what the heck, I'm bored - Here's my small $9,000 - Last system I will ever buy... (4.91)
Posted by drcruz on 2005-10-10, 12:33:29 (66.63.130.111)
And this is a NO Sh*t'r THE ROOM - My Family Room / Kitchen (17'w x 26'long x 9'h). Since half the room is a kitchen, the components will sit on one end of the room against the wall (17'w area). I'll .......
121: Re: Poll: Best New sub-$2,000 HiFi System? (4.87)
Posted by Todd Krieger on 2004-08-24, 08:25:52 (129.239.106.51)
CD- Modified Toshiba 3950: $150 Amp- DIY HiFi Supply Joplin PP 45/2A3 amplifier: $900 Speakers- Athena AS-F2: $400 used Alternatives... CD- Add Ack dAck DAC: $500 CD- Modified Toshiba 4960: $250 (Also .......
122: Re: What SET amps work really well with Avantgarde Uno hornspeakers? (4.85)
Posted by koscsof1@t-email.hu on 2006-10-29, 13:55:58 (62.165.202.45)
I was using a DIY 45 with my Trio for years, then an AN Kageki (exceptional and very quiet). But the most enjoyable was Altmann BYOB amp, the second most musical EAR-Yoshino 834T. The latter is 100W, .......
123: cables for passive (4.84)
Posted by MikeP on 1999-05-08, 13:04:21 (206.31.97.54)
I was using 0.5 m from a Creek Obh 12 to one of: Marantz 8B, c-j MV75, Odyssey Stratos. Primarily I used the Marantz. I've never used Cardas or Nordost. I compared the DH, Silver Streak, PBJ, Tara 22 .......
124: Re: silly rabbit (4.83)
Posted by Robert H. on 2001-12-13, 16:28:27 (64.229.183.208)
First, if you were smart enough to do a search, you would find many of my posts. I don't own a Gaincard. I own a Flatfish and a Shigaraki DAC. Second, learn English. Like Capitals, punctuation, gramma .......
125: power line upgrade (4.83)
Posted by Mellson on 2003-01-04, 19:19:15 (209.109.241.140)
get a dedicated power line... spend the rest on DIY PCs and ICs.... or get a MSB link DAC..... I just put a new power line "again." It's like my system is on fire or steroid.... use the yellow cord 10 .......
126: thanks everyone (4.83)
Posted by james22 on 2001-04-19, 10:39:48 (64.230.149.245)
Firstly, thanks to everyone for all your suggestions and comments. As a great number of you have recommended I try room treatments and other tweaks, I will experiment with some room damping/DIY tube t .......
127: try this out... (4.78)
Posted by Snodog on 2000-10-01, 20:51:24 (63.225.127.96)
this is in my 93 VW Corrado VR6: 1. Nakamichi preamp/tuner (has aux. line-in on face, nice!), 6 CD changer, and outboard dual 20 bit DAC 2. McIntosh 4x100 amplifier 3. Dynaudio System 220 (Mk. II?), i .......
128: Re: In search of high current (4.75)
Posted by Jim R on 2002-01-23, 20:27:50 (66.188.238.92)
If I had a modest budget and wanted to put together a high end sounding system I would buy some MMG's and mate them with a used Bryston B-60 integrated amp (they often show up on the used sites for $7 .......
129: Let me clarify what i was trying to say... (4.73)
Posted by Sean on 2003-02-22, 11:51:45 (12.247.133.74)
I was looking at the grander scheme of things, not just in the context of a system built at that price point. As such, i would probably not put that much into a digital front end for a system of that .......
130: For some reason, pulling on any of its legs wasn't turning down the gain (4.66)
Posted by E-Stat on 2006-07-09, 09:20:53 (24.99.71.139)
Maybe one of you wizards knows the answer! :) I was struggling with the gain control on the ARC preamp because of the CDP's 4 volt output output. Even with the reduced 9db gain CD input, I was maxing .......
131: speaker placement, bass traps, etc. (4.65)
Posted by Musiclover4 on 2002-10-20, 14:07:14 (216.165.15.24)
I'm in a college dorm room and I have to put my speakers on my desk. I bought some Wharfedale Diamond 8.1s, hoping that with them being front ported I'd be alright. I'm using a pretty nice system: por .......
132: Re: no power switch? (4.65)
Posted by Frosty on 2002-07-12, 15:28:37 (205.138.20.158)
Some equipment is meant to be left on all the time. Maybe check your manuals and see if they tell you to always keep them on. Turning equipment on and off can wear it out, and some equipment likes "wa .......
133: The Twins never cease to surprise me... (4.61)
Posted by darkmoebius on 2002-02-05, 17:28:01 (68.4.59.216)
I've had them for 2 years now and every few days when I have time to really sit down and listen, I'm just awestruck at the rich, textured, tonality of them. With vocals, piano, cellos, sax, acoustic, .......
134: Yes. (4.61)
Posted by chris.redmond2@bushinternet.com on 2006-06-29, 14:10:26 (88.104.235.10)
I chose the Revel F30s without listening, and they are very good speakers which measure excellently. They don't sound as good as the pair of Tannoy Monitor Gold drivers in DIY cabinets I owned previou .......
135: REVIEW: Wyred 4 Sound DAC-2 DAC Processors (4.55)
Posted by SirAnthony on 2011-04-18, 09:07:34 (69.62.234.5)
Model: DAC-2 Category: DAC Processors Suggested Retail Price: $1499.00 Description: Multifunction DAC with Async USB and remote volume control. Manufacturer URL: Wyred 4 Sound Model Pictu .......
136: REVIEW: Audio Note DAC Kit 1.1 DAC Processors Review by Ozzy at Audio Asylum (4.52)
Posted by Ozzy on 2000-08-28, 14:23:27 (160.84.80.2)
I received the AN DAC 1.1 already assembled by Michael Kerster of Audio Note. I am not a DIY kind of guy, much easier to write the check for me. Build quality was better than expected at this price po .......
137: Re: Speaker seconded! (4.51)
Posted by Dan G. on 2001-04-30, 15:03:38 (208.33.242.2)
I agree with Hantra. In my opinion though speaker technology has changed somewhat over time, it is nothing compared to the rapid advances in DAC's. Buy the best, lovliest, sweetest speakers you can af .......
138: Re: A Poll (4.50)
Posted by C.B. on 2003-10-23, 05:49:25 (207.238.190.31)
1. How old are you? 55 next month 2. How many hours a month do you REALLY spend in front of your Stereo doing "critical" listening? 16-20 3. As a %, how much of your annual income is your stereo worth .......
139: Whole house capable music streaming with Roon - pics (4.49)
Posted by AbeCollins on 2020-04-13, 09:14:31 (73.78.200.105)
My Music Library and Roon Core streaming software reside on NAS down in the basement Every room is hardwired with CAT6 Ethernet except the garage I use Roon to stream my Library as well as Qobuz & .......
140: more (4.44)
Posted by Zuma on 2002-12-27, 09:01:42 (68.32.96.17)
Thanks Bruce, any idea what one of those gizmo's will cost and what I should call it when I ask for one? The speakers are powered, so with NO connection to the power amp there is a hum. That's why I s .......
141: RE: "like tone controls, I also feel that mono and balance controls are a must" (4.43)
Posted by rick_m on 2012-11-19, 13:02:43 (96.25.74.167)
I absolutely agree, I would never be without all three. We use the system a lot, not just for recorded music but also for radio, TV, movies and Internet radio. In fact I would add an absolute phase s .......
142: RE: System visual symmetry (4.41)
Posted by Brad225 on 2023-11-02, 10:08:06 (47.197.55.25)
This is the current configuration of my system. Previously the preamp and CD/DAC were on the on the sidewall near my listening chair. I decided to change to fiber for the 28' run from the side loc .......
143: Rebuilding two stereo's on a tiny budget. [update] (4.38)
Posted by Merle on 2003-04-09, 05:21:24 (216.111.114.194)
After the theft of my stereo gear [and Taylor guitar], I've been scouring Audiogon, looking for cheap replacements. The cabinets for my Shamrock Audio speakers have been shipped so I should have them .......
144: Rega Mira & YBA Integre DT (4.33)
Posted by jAzz on 2000-06-18, 17:47:04 (192.169.41.98)
Hi I am looking around for a new amp and have come up with several shortlist. I have heard all of them but at their respective showrooms... no home trial and no money back guarantees where I live. Sho .......
145: Bringing up the rear at ~$1.6K :-) (4.30)
Posted by 4season on 2013-01-26, 19:40:15 (209.180.249.160)
Oldest items: Linkwitz Pluto 2.1 speakers @ $900 (2011-04 parts cost, DIY project) Newest item: NWAVGUY's Objective DAC @ $100 (2012-07) I could hardly stop grinning as I purchased major components fo .......
146: Re: Bel Canto versus EVS (4.26)
Posted by gbeard on 2000-03-02, 13:42:34 (12.75.67.249)
Hi, I just got my EVS Millennium Dac on 3-1-00. It only has a few hours on it but here are my first impressions. Tremendous low end, and much greater resolution than with my Cambridge D500 cdp. The im .......
147: Need system advice (4.23)
Posted by dpy on 2000-01-26, 09:04:32 (199.174.227.106)
Time I finally used the collective brainpower and expertise of the forum! I like my system pretty well - sounds damn nice for what I paid for the pieces used, hear and thear. Images great, rich, dynam .......
148: It was a hobby. (4.19)
Posted by neolith on 2024-03-18, 15:29:24 (71.62.217.11)
The hobby sort of goes away with "one and done". At my peak, I had a vinyl setup (the tonearm was purchased separate from the turntable) which included a SUT or pre-preamp, a CDP, a tapedeck and a tun .......
149: We are not all lunatics ! (4.15)
Posted by Ed Hsu on 2000-01-08, 15:52:18 (209.122.185.222)
I don't know about $750 power cords from personal experience but I do know the following The higher the resolution your system is the more sonic differences you can hear between different components, .......
150: The USD $1000 Challenge (4.14)
Posted by louis_pang@yahoo.com on 2004-05-11, 07:33:30 (66.147.185.70)
Assuming you may only spend up to USD $1000 for each component (except speakers, which you could spend a maximum of USD $2000), what are the most satisfying setup you have put together? NOTE: Each pa .......
151: Congrats !! Still a work in progress here (4.14)
Posted by AbeCollins on 2023-06-11, 12:21:59 (73.229.163.4)
How do you like your Luxman integrated? Is 20wpc truly sufficient? I have somewhat efficient Tannoy speakers but based on prior experience I'd be more inclined to go with a good 80 - 100wpc for my set .......
152: Improvements....where to start? (4.13)
Posted by Lewis Moon on 2010-03-08, 06:52:21 (159.87.11.248)
Over the last couple of years I’ve built up what I like to think of as a competent but inexpensive system. Everything sounds great but there is something missing that I just can’t put my finger on. Th .......
153: I don't need to budget (4.12)
Posted by 4season on 2012-07-29, 12:01:50 (184.96.18.35)
I burned through my expensive-audio phase: In my 20s-30s, I owned gear by Mark Levinson, Audio Research, Conrad Johnson, Naim, Linn, Rega etc etc etc. Then I got deeply into tubes and in particular, s .......
154: Some similarities, some ideas (4.12)
Posted by bartc on 2005-02-23, 22:31:34 (198.81.26.7)
I have a NAD 541i and VR1s. Neither of these were my start, but they're both great in current config. My amp is a NAD C740 receiver, SS. You're getting a lot of suggestions and by no means all. But le .......
155: Re: The digititus disease.... Are CDs an inherently inferior medium for music? (4.09)
Posted by rkeman on 2005-09-06, 04:45:25 (24.254.132.128)
The MG-IIIa is not inherently bright or forward and reproduces massed strings well when properly set up. First test for panel delamination by listening to sweep tones and listening for buzzes. Older M .......
156: Portable audio:DAT, HD player, or CDP? (4.08)
Posted by Suricatta on 2003-05-20, 19:46:13 (146.115.228.205)
As the audio quality of PCDPs continues its precipitous decline, I wonder about the current state of portable audio. I've already invested in DAT technology--portable players like the Sony TCD-D100, T .......
157: RE: Kind of hard to believe a copy would sound better? (4.08)
Posted by Dawnrazor on 2007-12-18, 20:31:42 (139.68.134.1)
Burning a new cd can't possibly improve what you've got . C'mon really - think . If you read what they wrote, they felt that bad pressings were to blame. Burning could address that, and coupled with .......
158: REVIEW: Horn Shoppe The Truth Preamplifier (SS) (4.08)
Posted by carlsor on 2011-03-09, 12:21:11 (76.106.200.230)
Model: The Truth Category: Preamplifier (SS) Suggested Retail Price: $ 825.00 Description: Active Pre-amp without Gain Manufacturer URL: Horn Shoppe Model Picture: View Review by carl .......
159: Re: Try the simple/easy things first (4.07)
Posted by james22 on 2001-04-18, 11:29:19 (64.230.142.144)
I have tried some very small tweaks like internal damping with blu-tak, placing components on mdf boards decoupled from the shelf with more blu-tak, placing heavy books over the cdp, etc etc with only .......
160: Re: DVD-A and regular CD's (4.06)
Posted by Nicholas Fulford on 1999-12-02, 10:56:05 (205.188.199.57)
I don't think the problem is with DVD-A not being "perfected". (Oh that it really was perfect, but that's another story.) DVD-A, properly implemented will sound better than redbook (16/44) CD. The que .......
161: REVIEW: Art Audio ART DI/O DAC Processors (4.05)
Posted by Brian Cheney on 2002-01-18, 21:25:49 (152.163.204.67)
Model: ART DI/O
Category: DAC Processors
Suggested Retail Price: $249
Description: Compact AtoD/DtoA converter Manufacturer URL: Not Available Manufacturer URL: Not Available
Rev .......
162: Take three after logging out/back in. Previews work fine! (4.03)
Posted by E-Stat on 2021-10-11, 09:35:12 (206.255.200.176)
Have no idea why my first post linked to generic systems. Anyway... First home as bachelor. Moved system orientation once while upstairs: Shinon Red Boron Souther TQ-1 Ariston RD-11s VPI HW-2 base .......
163: Seems to me that (4.03)
Posted by James L on 2003-03-05, 18:55:09 (206.168.47.28)
this is exactly the purpose of the little Sponsor forums here on AA and on other popular audiophile boards. I don't know what the price of admission is for one of those, but I assume they're run by th .......
164: Okay...I have to make a couple of comments here... (4.03)
Posted by Dan W on 2000-12-10, 11:27:36 (207.225.89.26)
First of all, I don't disagree with all of what you have to say, in fact I agree with a good portion of what you say to a certain extent. Power Cables: I agree that the megabuck cables are probably no .......
165: Re: MF will experience the backlash of negative advertising in Stereophile? Do you have their stock or something? (4.00)
Posted by Awe-d-o-file on 2004-04-21, 11:49:17 (170.215.145.83)
I sold the stuff and it was reliable. I didn't care for the lower end stuff at all- too bright too thin. But well built and trouble free. We were a warranty/authorized repair center as well. Even the .......
166: He Fits the Profile of Someone Who Plants An IED by the Roadside... (3.98)
Posted by Doug Schroeder on 2012-10-04, 12:22:09 (69.129.31.158)
I see Mr. Scarlett as a character from the board game Clue; I suspect Mr. Scarlett killed the audiophile in the kitchen with the rope... I see him as a person with boatloads of "I think," and theory, .......
167: Re: replace CAT pre with separate line and phono?.... (3.97)
Posted by david on 2000-03-27, 10:01:27 (207.122.60.66)
I was making a very similar decision to yours last year. I have a Vac ren 30/30 III amp driving Cello speakers (genesis sub providing the bass) and was looking for a new preamp. I have posted here bef .......
168: Thanks everybody -- (inside) (3.97)
Posted by AML on 2001-04-15, 11:55:47 (24.19.89.244)
I really appreciate all of your input. Reading all of the messages, I see that the trend is power, power, power. I was listening to my system last night trying to put my finger on exactly what was dri .......
169: Re: A retraction and apology to Perpetual re P-1A (3.95)
Posted by Jim Fehlinger on 2000-02-05, 06:07:50 (24.4.252.69)
> How does the Bel Canto sound? The Bel Canto sounds wonderful. It's the best digital I've ever personally heard up to this point (and no, I haven't heard recent megabuck stuff like Wadia, Theta, Kre .......
170: the WORST has happened. need CDP ASAP (3.92)
Posted by Jon L on 2003-03-03, 21:59:22 (192.187.168.53)
HeeellPp! While trying to swap out the op-amps in my beloved Cary CD301, I have destroyed the PC board and now only get one channel playing. Yes DIY can have bad outcomes. What's worse, the one channe .......
171: RE: Poll- you have 150 dollars to spend and want a new toy for your listening room (3.92)
Posted by Mister Pig on 2008-04-25, 08:20:38 (72.87.8.41)
Unfortunately your post doesnt give a list of equipment you have. So its a bit hard to figuire out where the best place is to spend the money. But here are my thoughts. Experiment with a computer base .......
172: Re: Best preamp- no preamp?? (3.89)
Posted by Dave Derrick on 2002-02-17, 02:22:46 (208.171.80.70)
Remember, the advice you get here is worth exactly what you paid for it... If enough people were to answer, you would likely hear praise for each possible approach. But personal opinions are just tha .......
173: Re: newbie looking for audiophile help selecting system (3.89)
Posted by Dave-A on 2000-08-09, 21:05:53 (209.138.217.107)
If you are REALLY serious about tube equipment, go buy at least 5 back issues of Sound Practices magazine. Get a copy of Listener fall 99, and others as well. Pick up the latest issue of Positive Feed .......
174: do you really want (3.88)
Posted by chiggy on 2002-08-06, 21:33:06 (12.250.135.121)
the output of a typical cd player providing a massive 2 volt signal to your power amp? olpot - find good digital gear with a decent output section and then jump to less "transparency" by deleting comp .......
175: Re: "Cheap High-End" System (3.87)
Posted by chiggy on 2001-07-15, 10:15:51 (204.168.192.2)
Hey Todd, Stuff like this is always fun...I'll keep it to $1600 [RS CD-3400 transport- $75 ART DIO DAC- $190] sounds cool... Order up a length of Belden 1506 and some Partsconnection RCA's Bottlehead .......
176: AKSA (3.83)
Posted by harvardian on 2001-10-04, 13:16:30 (140.239.103.195)
Hello Peter, I built one of the 55W AKSA amps using the dual mono power supply. The assembly was fairly easy. You do need a decent soldering iron and a DMM. Hugh Dean of AKSA is extremely nice and ver .......
177: My digital system will slaughter your vinyl. let chicago audio society and Brian Walsh be the judge (3.82)
Posted by Mellson on 2002-12-05, 11:09:16 (209.109.241.47)
I will take the challenge any day... I live one hour away from chicago. if I lose, i give you one of my PS audio HCA2 amps. I got three of these... if I win, i smash your turntable to help you get a b .......
178: DACs and upsampling an jitter reducion oh my (3.82)
Posted by budget minded on 2005-11-06, 13:46:01 (4.156.3.106)
DAC stands for "digital to analogue converter". it's the part of CD players and recievers that converts digital info back into sound. they're also called D/A for short and A/D would be a unit that dig .......
179: PT Barnum Is Smiling (3.79)
Posted by geezerrocket on 2016-02-11, 09:55:38 (208.123.32.107)
Had this on "Tweaks/DIY". I have used Mapleshade ISO Blocks for years under my transport and DAC to good effect. Recently I was considering buying some more iso blocks for a second system, but deci .......
180: RE: is he a digital engineer or an audio engineer? (3.78)
Posted by LousyTourist on 2007-08-19, 14:14:59 (216.17.47.208)
digital sources are less concerned with time alignment than audio. As long as the whole buffer shows up (eventually) the digital receiver could not care less. Not the same for real-time audio streamin .......
181: RE: two different systems - one set of speakers (3.77)
Posted by muser on 2012-10-07, 06:07:54 (76.90.212.60)
I've been running "two systems" in one for a while, but mine is a little different than most. I have powered ATC SCM 20s, powered speakers that I connect to either an EAR 864 preamp (two channel) or a .......
182: Building My Own Transport + External DAC (3.76)
Posted by Andy B on 2000-07-07, 11:43:42 (128.180.47.40)
Ok, I may be scoffed at, scolded, etc. for wanting to do this with my lack of tweaking experience, but I still will post and ask for some guidance. Essentially completely new to tweaking, for a short .......
183: Linn, SETs, single-driver speakers and DIY! (3.76)
Posted by 4season on 2005-04-24, 20:55:23 (205.240.11.90)
Oh, have you been suspecting that you've been missing out on something; that there may in fact be magic in a good mono recording, and maybe you've begun to smell a rat every time you hear the phrase " .......
184: RE: My raw AC power vs regenerated AC power chart - pic (3.76)
Posted by AbeCollins on 2023-08-16, 09:26:17 (73.229.163.4)
"The measurement that would matter would be from the DC output..." . I get your point but no one is going probe all DC sources in their amp and log the data. For one thing you'd have to do it under v .......
185: Re: You're 25 and just starting out again. What would you do different? (3.71)
Posted by Albert B. Broman on 2005-09-26, 20:19:38 (67.76.151.167)
Since I have been thinking about this lately (for my nephew)I will comment. 1) I would use the computer as my only source. Right now there is a better selection of music being netcast that there is be .......
186: Nirvana finally does sound good again. Thanks to all. (3.70)
Posted by Bernard on 2000-01-05, 20:59:41 (165.76.125.26)
Thanks to everyone who helped me get Nirvana and everything else in my growing cd collection sound better. My system is now 90% complete and I cannot foresee any other major purchases in the future. M .......
187: 3000 dollar set up (3.63)
Posted by pfm14@comcast.net on 2007-07-13, 10:51:24 (24.12.66.220)
Ok lets hear it. I have a pair of Zu Druids that I bought used 2000 shipped, I went through a ton of amps and preamps and front ends. The only thing I kept was the speakers. At its most expensive I ha .......
188: Re: 47 labs gaincard-based DIY amp hits it out of the ballpark! (3.62)
Posted by Justin Benn on 1999-12-06, 03:22:52 (195.7.237.44)
Try contacting Robert Purnell of R.T. Services. I heard the unit he supplied to John Roberts of Midland Audio Exchange, which I mentioned is presently receiving a UK review. The cost John quoted me wa .......
189: Re: Best new/used SYSTEM under $1500 ? (3.56)
Posted by mdryoon on 2002-04-10, 18:11:03 (166.90.30.81)
Sony STR-SL7 receiver - $300 street Forget that the Sony STR-SL7 is a $300 receiver from the largest consumer electronics company in the world, give it a chance, and listen to how it sounds. It sounds .......
190: REVIEW: S5 Electronics K12G Integrated Amplifier (Tube) (3.55)
Posted by JimOfOakCreek on 2011-04-24, 12:41:39 (174.103.166.130)
Model: K12G Category: Integrated Amplifier (Tube) Suggested Retail Price: $189 Description: Integrated Amplifier Using 10GV8 Tubes Manufacturer URL: S5 Electronics Model Picture: View .......
191: RE: Where is your stuff made: survey... (3.47)
Posted by -- on 2013-05-21, 11:02:49 (97.114.86.63)
PRE deHavilland UltraVerve (Vancouver, WA) driving DEQX HDP-3 (Australia) AMPS Wright Sound Company WPA 3.5 mono blocks (Kent, WA) with TFA-204 nickel air-gapped output transformers (Philadelphia, PA) .......
192: Re: Digital Interconnects...Worth It? (3.45)
Posted by Jon Risch on 1999-11-15, 17:10:31 (209.215.72.228)
Digital has it's problems too, the worst of which is jitter. See my jitter note below. If you are goig to use a digital cable, then it should be good qulity one too, so there is no savings to be garne .......
193: All 47 Labs system; Direct Speaker connection; Klangfilm; Fertin. (3.41)
Posted by jusbe on 2015-09-28, 21:12:42 (210.54.39.0)
The all 47 Labs system I heard (CD, Progression DAC) into Audio Note E speakers. Amazing bass reproduction. Nearly gave up on tubes right there and then. Experimenting with Brian Clark (RIP) with AER .......
194: Re: Fairly Fantastic sond dirt cheap (almost) (3.40)
Posted by FastEddy on 2007-05-08, 16:59:12 (206.176.231.190)
" ... But using 5k worth of electronics to push $300 speakers? Absurd. ..." Not really ... I have a pair of the MMG-Ws as well and have them installed at the office driven by an older Sony "current du .......
195: Why don't we have this much fun around here every day? (3.39)
Posted by jnr on 2003-10-22, 17:34:16 (66.234.219.193)
1. Probably believe in astrology - Never 2. Generally believe everything they read in various audio mags - Not in the last 20 years 3. Took only basic math & science in college - Math was my major 4. .......
196: Re: Is this Voo-Doo Audio? (3.38)
Posted by Mike on 2000-01-07, 14:39:34 (142.73.137.43)
I think you are quite right in asking these questions. I'm far from expert in such matters but I can't help but think that some of the ultra-fine tweaking that goes on by the owners of high end 16/44 .......
197: I wish I had an answer. (3.38)
Posted by Vic D on 2012-02-19, 18:53:18 (50.131.162.29)
Whether it was because of sales tax or that uncomfortable, are you buying or just looking awkwardness that seemed to plague the audio salon in their final days. I can't help to forget all the negative .......
198: System sounds harsh & RFI problems ... help needed (3.38)
Posted by Mike (Canada) on 2002-01-13, 10:39:15 (216.209.139.11)
Hi, Let me start by saying thanks AA - this site has and continues to be the best. Here I am once again asking for help - hopefully some time soon I will be able to provide input rather than receive i .......
199: Stereophile Should Take Item #1 More Seriously... (3.34)
Posted by Todd Krieger on 2001-12-31, 17:20:34 (129.239.106.84)
#1- I've heard $300 speakers that sounded more satisfying than certain $30,000 speakers... And $200 DAC's that sound more satisfying than $2,000 ones. #2- I think tastes change and it often results in .......
200: Re: Russ Andrews Powerblock (3.32)
Posted by JeremyB on 2001-11-23, 05:20:47 (194.75.229.146)
Hi Tourist, Are you in the UK? I have been thinking of trying gear from RA for some time. After recent correspondence at AA, and after hearing the RA demo tape, I took the plunge and ordered some pow .......
Found 113 records in Amp/Preamp Asylum.
1: Advice appreciated: tripath amp w/ DAC vs. Tube Amp w/o DAC (8.00)
Posted by hebrer on 2006-02-12, 16:36:46 (84.47.21.28)
Hi, I am quite new to high fidelity audio and before I upgrade my set-up, I would appreciate advice from more experienced audiophiles. I currently use CD receiver Onkyo, JMLab Chorus 706 speakers and .......
2: RE: DIY Nelson Pass B1 - 2nd Impressions - Amazing ! (8.00)
Posted by AbeCollins on 2022-11-06, 10:05:48 (73.229.163.4)
I had to find and swap several interconnects to RCA for various components [DAC, Amps, Streamer, Preamp] to accommodate the Nelson Pass DIY B1 preamp. I would otherwise normally run balanced XLR thro .......
3: Interested in 'New' Outlaw RR2160 stereo receiver (7.73)
Posted by mjcmt on 2017-08-13, 05:56:36 (24.225.37.183)
I'm looking seriously into the new Outlaw RR2160 stereo receiver for TV, occasional movies, and FM tuner. Currently I've been using a Yamaha Aventage AVR w/ Definitive Technology Mythos SSA50 passive .......
4: My RME DAC has a Volume Control but...... (7.64)
Posted by AbeCollins on 2022-11-04, 08:11:07 (73.229.163.4)
While the RME DAC can drive my amps directly and sound good, the setup sounds better going through my Benchmark LA4 preamp. The system sounds a little more robust and alive going through the LA4. Sam .......
5: RE: While On The Subject Of Nelson Pass DIY (7.26)
Posted by KanedaK on 2022-10-21, 22:26:49 (178.51.175.106)
I think I'm going to buy a B1, there's one in the local ads here. I own a fantastic preamp (vintage Korn&Mcway, fully recapped) but with my 104dB sensitive speakers, and the 3v output of my DAC, I hav .......
6: Stu, how to minimize RF (7.26)
Posted by RioTubes on 2007-06-16, 19:14:15 (76.81.12.56)
in a wood chassis (alum top plate) for DIY dac? .......
7: I'm intrigued by Hypex forthcoming DIY preamp kit (6.95)
Posted by Feanor on 2022-06-12, 06:43:44 (99.243.250.41)
Not yet available, but apparently soon to arrive is Hypex' DIY preamplifier kit. Watch for it at DIYclassd.com. According to Hypex it will be hyper-low distortion. Notably they plan to introduce add-o .......
8: RE: Going sans preamp, straight from source ) amp (6.65)
Posted by dth31 on 2013-07-14, 08:26:28 (68.8.206.113)
Perhaps not surprisingly, in my experience, it depends upon the DAC and the preamps. When I bought my Metric Halo LIO-8 DAC with preamp, I was encouraged to try it directly into my Pass XA60.5 amps. I .......
9: Goldmund 28M vs Ayre V1x vs Accustic Art AMP II (6.40)
Posted by Eric on 2002-12-14, 08:59:06 (61.15.64.159)
Anyone got experience on the above power amp?? Which one is matched with my system: Transport: AA Drive I (Powersnake Anaconda Vx) DAC: AA DAC I (stock power cord, DIY) Pre: Ayre New K1x (Gutwire X Cl .......
10: A few notes from a passive user (6.39)
Posted by scruffy_ on 2006-04-11, 12:10:51 (66.245.196.80)
I'm using a Django amorphous TVC and like it a lot but I have never compared it to any other passives. To the degree that passive preamps avoid filtering or adding "color" of their own I think they wi .......
11: I have the same setup! (6.36)
Posted by neergan1216 on 2006-09-25, 10:46:20 (4.159.122.206)
I presently use a Citation II, Cary 306/200, and just hooked up a DeHavilland Ultraverve. I previously used a passive DIY attenuator. The Ultraverve wins out in soundstage and midrange authority, with .......
12: Re: Help me spend my money (amp/integrated recommendations wanted) (6.26)
Posted by Paul L on 2005-02-26, 16:37:23 (64.110.208.209)
I depends on how good is your DIY passive. If you confident about your work, you should look into the CD and the X10D first. May be a DAC to replace the X10D. Paul Lam P.L.C.Lam Consulting Inc. ::: TO .......
13: RE: Need Info On McIntosh MA6200 (5.98)
Posted by airtime on 2015-09-22, 14:34:00 (69.142.61.247)
I'm in the EXACT situation. I too was working on my "final" two setups. I like to have two setups to switch back and forth with. Keeps life interesting. My two setups are: System one VTA ST-70 Dynaco .......
14: RE: Dirac room correction available 'separately' (5.93)
Posted by cawson@onetel.com on 2020-01-22, 12:27:06 (88.108.233.94)
> There are 'separate boxes' that perform Dirac room correction Yes, but much more costly than having it built into another essential device such as DAC, amp or even all-in-one - and extra bloody cabl .......
15: Agreed... (5.85)
Posted by E-Stat on 2015-10-14, 06:27:05 (206.255.200.146)
my current DAC really needs the 14 db it currently gets. On the other hand, I formerly used a GamuT CD-1 player with the older pre and found that even 9 db was unnecessary. With its 4V / 70 ohm outpu .......
16: RE: My Pass is about the same age and it (5.80)
Posted by Dawnrazor on 2007-10-02, 18:56:29 (139.68.134.1)
I guess that is what you get for posting at a big DIY site. Unfortunately, I can't be of much help, maybe others can. I don't have a pre-amp, but run balanced into the X-150 from my computer's sound c .......
17: Tyson? How about DAC impressions of affordables? (5.76)
Posted by NEAR SOTA on 2003-04-04, 15:20:48 (172.132.7.143)
Tyson: Seeing that you have the most experience with the cost effective DACs would you post a side-by-side comparision review of both the Scot Nixon\DIO-smART\DIO Mensa review here in the future so pe .......
18: Actually (5.76)
Posted by E-Stat on 2012-04-14, 13:21:31 (206.255.212.225)
the output ladders on my vintage Threshold amp are helpful for setting balance levels in its garage closet environment - the DAC / line stage has separate left and right gain controls. Saves me a tri .......
19: RE: Add a pre-amp or what? (5.73)
Posted by creativepart on 2019-04-21, 09:38:28 (96.8.247.135)
Yes, I do have a limited budget for these things. But, actually, I spend plenty (New $1,900 Dac and new $3,500 Turntable so far this year are examples) but I buy in bits. A piece here and a piece ther .......
20: I have read/saved the 6 page thread on the 7's at DIY.... (5.73)
Posted by mr grits on 2007-08-21, 19:56:10 (208.148.209.151)
and have seen where hum has been a problem that seems to have been handled quickly by the seller. Are you happy with the sound? Strong, well-controlled bass plus reasonably transparent? There was one .......
21: Re: tubeDAC and DIO (5.66)
Posted by NEAR SOTA on 2003-04-04, 12:42:05 (172.136.123.169)
Tyson: Did you or would you post a side-by-side comparision review of both the Scot Nixon\DIO-smART\DIO Mensa review here so people might be better able to distinguish what they have to choose from be .......
22: I'm diverse (5.56)
Posted by Feanor on 2022-06-19, 04:31:34 (99.243.250.41)
= DAC from China. = Tuner and SACD player from Japan. = Preamp from Canada and subsequently updates & upgraded in Canada. = Power amp with power modules from Denmark, power supply for Holland, case fr .......
23: RE: Definitely (5.41)
Posted by el34eh@yahoo.com on 2023-12-27, 08:17:15 (98.224.201.27)
I've purchased them twice, but ended up selling them upon returning the Aiyima A07 and selling off the then Topping D10 DAC: https://www.audioasylumtrader.com/ca/listing/DIY-Parts/Sparkos-Labs-Inc .......
24: RE: back to SS power -tube pre (5.37)
Posted by tamule on 2014-03-07, 18:27:57 (108.6.44.105)
CJ ET-3se tube/ss preamp, Esoteric K07 SACD player/dac speakers are DIY design by Troels Gravesen, I designed enclosures per Troels' volume spec : http://www.troelsgravesen.dk/CNO-Tom.htm almost for .......
25: You have a good integrated. (5.35)
Posted by orpheus on 2005-09-29, 22:02:40 (66.108.252.201)
Yes, seperates are supposed to be better than integrateds, but they aren't always. An integrated has a lot of advantages, shorter signal path, no interconnect, preamp stage matched to amplifier stage .......
26: RE: I'm intrigued by Hypex forthcoming DIY preamp kit (5.30)
Posted by TUNA on 2022-06-13, 13:56:31 (8.6.144.58)
I'm intrigued with this new preamp also. The board looks similar to the Bruno Putzey Balance Preamp (BPBP). I have built a couple BPBP's and still use one for my main 2CH system. From the photo, it lo .......
27: Passive Preamp : Differences between TVC/ Amorphous / Autoformer ??? (5.23)
Posted by hum4god on 2006-07-12, 19:19:59 (71.98.9.94)
hi i am looking for a passive preamp and am deeply confused about the different implications . 1. i am looking at the well known TVC as seen in Bent NOH , the original Django, And the Music First ,jus .......
28: Re: Replace Your Source (5.20)
Posted by docw on 2005-02-07, 14:03:50 (162.119.232.102)
I haven't heard anything re this unit. This seems to be a pro unit with a very cheap price tag. Is this better than getting such things as Ack!, Scott Nixon, DIY, or Benchmark? If it produces 75% or b .......
29: RE: It has been a couple of days, so I'll go ahead & ask... (5.15)
Posted by pictureguy on 2015-10-28, 15:41:47 (68.6.139.182)
Just as a guess, I'd say the preamp was identical to the P5. Except I think the integrated uses a different DAC in that section. Other than that? I wouldn't expect a nite / day difference. My last .......
30: Tube pre for DNA 0.5 (5.10)
Posted by Nahan S. on 2003-01-19, 23:58:43 (68.6.173.156)
Looking for a tube pre for the McCormack but I am on a budget. Recently upgraded the amp by Steve McCormack to Rev B. Very transpaerent zippy amp but I need to soften the sound a bit. I have thought a .......
31: RE: China high end (4.84)
Posted by wheezer on 2010-06-29, 11:37:26 (99.10.177.111)
I've had the pleasure of auditioning a Yaquin KT88 stereo amp. Sound was just OK. When I put it on the bench, it fell flat on it's tranny. Freq. response and THD were very bad. It does present itself .......
32: RE: Ugly, it's a good thing you asked ahead of time (4.83)
Posted by jedrider on 2014-10-08, 05:32:16 (76.126.254.2)
I've had good luck building my own supplies. At some point, it came to that I didn't want to spend $1K on each component just to get good sound, so DIY I went. It's actually very simple. The biggest p .......
33: Re: Yes and no... (4.77)
Posted by Fiddler on 2002-12-14, 02:15:03 (64.75.149.6)
Abe, My experience couldn't be more different than AP's. My HCA-2 leans to the slightly warm side. However, it is mated with a Supratek tube pre and Audio Note tube DAC. I use HMS Gran Finale IC's and .......
34: Glad to hear you are Enjoying... (4.64)
Posted by Cougar on 2024-04-24, 17:05:00 (72.220.37.3)
The tube preamp with the SS amp. So it's not all about measurements then huh? :). I have been doing this for years since back in 2003. I do have all tube gear from Phono preamp, preamp, power amp, an .......
35: RE: "pesky opamps aren't that bad....." (4.60)
Posted by Scholl on 2023-02-08, 09:56:25 (152.208.25.61)
For most of the last 40 years I've steered away from opamps using them where they couldn't be avoided such as CD players. All preamps, amps and even tuners I used were either discreet solid state or t .......
36: RE: " humble RadioShack 100k alps pot " (4.54)
Posted by beppe61 on 2014-07-03, 22:15:50 (85.19.92.6)
Hi and thanks for the reply I am always looking for an altenative to "discrete" attenuators The good mechanics are very expensive I have decided to give cermet pots a try, for a diy project Bourns 10 .......
37: Avoiding buyers remorse - Upgrade advice needed (long) (4.52)
Posted by HanoNymus on 2003-01-09, 07:25:32 (68.105.0.9)
The upgrade bug is biting hard (again) but before I take the plunge, I'd like to hear some opinions, just to make sure I'm heading in the right direction: I have a MF A300 powering a pair of N805's. A .......
38: Re: Power Cord For Panny XR50?? (4.51)
Posted by bobp on 2004-09-28, 09:53:19 (66.241.132.98)
If not shielded, power cord acts as an antenna. Panny is in fact amplified DAC and digital devices are highly susceptible to EMI, RF interference. Power cable is an example of the law of diminishing r .......
39: RE: Paralleling does NOT mean bridging. Paralleling means wiring the 2 channels in parallel. (4.51)
Posted by arrjmai on 2016-01-05, 11:36:35 (110.168.96.104)
Hi Jeffrybehr I'm another pround owner of J2 and followed by your paralleled mono instruction. I would like to say thank you. Its turned the J2 to different amp now. Its really amazing music reproduct .......
40: Was: Anyone with Audio Synthesis Passion + Desire combination? (4.51)
Posted by tabatalyco@lycos.it on 2003-12-16, 03:40:10 (80.117.12.160)
Hi Antonio, thanks for your reply. >The Desire is a great amp... Very good description, I'm happy to hear that about this amp. It seems it's really the product for me (I'm now using a DIY stepped .......
41: Passives can work nicely (4.47)
Posted by E-Stat on 2018-02-19, 06:54:12 (206.255.198.236)
When I got a GamuT CD-1 years ago, I struggled with its 4V output using the preamp I was using at the time, an Audio Research SP9 MKIII - too much gain. I built a simple DIY attenuator box for another .......
42: My System now (4.46)
Posted by scruffy_ on 2016-12-26, 00:12:15 (76.206.10.165)
Preamp: Older Django passive TVC Preamp from DIY Hifi Supply Amp: W4S ST 500 Speakers: Magnepan 1.6s with a heavily modified crossover DAC: Schiit Gungnir Multibit Interconnects: Neotech NEI-3004 Bala .......
43: RE: Onkyo 9555 or NAD C352 (4.40)
Posted by hutmacher on 2008-01-10, 20:04:09 (74.34.101.187)
I got a 9555 from J&R for around 500. At that price it is hard to go wrong. I am enjoying it very much and I have used a tube amp for 12 years now. It is a very neutral open sounding amp with good ima .......
44: LDR's, TVC's, Shunt Resistor, Pass B-1 Buffer, tubed active (4.39)
Posted by Jon L on 2010-09-14, 14:34:10 (76.167.160.144)
Your post is timely because I have been on a preamp binge of late. I usually run my DAC's output straight to my system, but all the talk about how a good preamp improves a system, etc, got me to exper .......
45: System pic & musical taste is sorta like... (4.29)
Posted by JANDG on 2006-10-08, 18:18:26 (67.5.156.186)
Loreena M., Nora J., Linda Perry, Janis J,Phyllis Horne, most all repectible guitar players & there bands, electric or acoustic, deosn't matter. Amani A.W. Murray sometimes..on & on,, alott of TOOL al .......
46: FYI (4.25)
Posted by morricab on 2007-04-03, 09:06:54 (196.3.50.254)
My System has been posted on the this forum more than once. A simple search by you would have found that I have a Behringer. However; for the record here it is...again: Speakers: Acoustat Spectra 4400 .......
47: Re: My speaker cables are the culprit !! (4.19)
Posted by Kenji on 2004-08-02, 18:46:19 (202.66.128.165)
Dear Kuma, One of the reasons I got myself a pair of ATC SCM-50PSL was its magnificent mid-range. And of course, after listening to ATC-SCM7, ATC-SCM12, ATC-SCM20 and ATC-SCM100PSL (note: I didn't own .......
48: RE: do you still use preamp nowaday? (4.12)
Posted by johnvb on 2012-01-27, 10:17:45 (70.160.141.247)
If you go over to the "Cheap and Cheerful" thread at the Audio Circle, read the posts under DIY Dodds Buffer and Warpspeed Optocouple. I got the idea from pelliot321 (aka sailor 321, who sometimes pos .......
49: RE: VTV Amplifier - Hypex and Purifi Amps (4.10)
Posted by cawson@onetel.com on 2020-08-11, 03:06:54 (213.205.197.116)
Hilarious or not Davey, yes you do need to pay sensible price if you want what the NAD M33 offers. Look at the device under discussion - about $2K. That's just a simple power amp. Now improve upon the .......
50: Which power amp are you using? (4.01)
Posted by Paul Tobin on 2017-12-19, 18:45:35 (110.144.15.53)
Knowing the power amp might make it easier to provide useful suggestions. FWIW, my power amp is the Benchmark AHB2 which has 9.2dB gain in the (recommended) lowest setting - which is what I use. I've .......
51: DACT, TX102, Passive preamp questions... (3.97)
Posted by Monkeypunch! on 2003-06-18, 23:32:05 (66.137.130.19)
Hello, I have recently had some preamp problems and out of sheer frustration of wanting to listen to some music (and at the advice of a friend) I plugged my CD player (a CAL Audio Delta/Sigma I combo) .......
52: RE: What to get, Please help me decide (Long) (3.95)
Posted by Flatmap on 2008-03-09, 14:36:27 (75.92.166.7)
I can definitely see the merits of being able to send your daughter and her teenage friends downstairs. :-) Having a blank slate is a good thing. In that situation I'd try for wall lengths and ceiling .......
53: Re: 'New' Audio Note M3 - review hopefully to come this weekend but 'Wow!'. (3.92)
Posted by morricab on 2005-12-02, 09:31:09 (196.3.50.254)
Well if the new M3 has a similar powersupply to the M10 then it is using tube voltage regulation(that is what the OB2 and ECL 82 are doing I think). The best sounding preamps I have heard all use eith .......
54: DIY Nelson Pass B1 - First Impressions - I'm Impressed (3.90)
Posted by AbeCollins on 2022-11-03, 20:31:00 (73.229.163.4)
I was skeptical but now I'm impressed ! I've been listening to the DIY Nelson Pass B1 for only a couple hours so I can't form a definitive opinion yet compared to my $2600 Benchmark LA4. On it's own .......
55: RE: Bright is anything but NAD's "house sound" in my experience (3.88)
Posted by Awe-d-o-file on 2013-06-27, 16:16:31 (74.46.242.43)
I'm with you on that regarding NAD and everything but shielded cables. ALL my cabling is unshielded as I feel it presents a more open sound. I even used unshielded RCA's from my TT to phono pre withou .......
56: REVIEW: Horn Shoppe The Truth Preamplifier (SS) (3.84)
Posted by carlsor on 2011-03-09, 12:21:11 (76.106.200.230)
Model: The Truth Category: Preamplifier (SS) Suggested Retail Price: $ 825.00 Description: Active Pre-amp without Gain Manufacturer URL: Horn Shoppe Model Picture: View Review by carl .......
57: Re: Been There, Done That (3.83)
Posted by Presto on 2005-09-14, 15:08:31 (207.216.246.51)
I no longer inspire to buy lavish pieces anymore. I currently have a really nice CR Developments Romulus integrated tube amp and a very revealing and detailed Saxon CD700 CDP which I run into "DIY" Fo .......
58: REVIEW: Promitheus TVC Preamplifier (SS) (3.80)
Posted by JANDG on 2006-10-08, 11:33:37 (67.5.158.206)
Model: TVC Category: Preamplifier (SS) Suggested Retail Price: $350 Description: Transformer Volume Control Manufacturer URL: Promitheus Model Picture: View Review by JANDG ( A ) .......
59: I have an ART DIO also and a Panny SA-XR45 (3.79)
Posted by NEAR SOTA on 2003-11-18, 15:32:48 (172.158.253.19)
QUAD MAN is right. It's essentially a big DAC with a Vol. Control. If you have a COAX connection on your CDP then use that. GET RID OF THE STOCK POWERCORD! Get a Power Cord Adaptor from Jason at Red C .......
60: RE: post your system (3.79)
Posted by Snegrah on 2008-12-05, 15:20:49 (71.135.167.109)
Tom: "shots in the dark"...yeah, you got a point! Actually, my system changes quite a bit. I have a small room 12x17x8 and have a few speakers I change in and out. I've built (the cabinets only) GR Re .......
61: RE: What fools we've been (3.75)
Posted by AbeCollins on 2022-06-04, 14:10:03 (73.229.163.4)
The typical old school tone controls in vintage receivers and integrated amps did indeed throw a slight veil over the music. Some manufacturers included a tone defeat or bypass feature and the improve .......
62: Re: bi-amping...is it worth it? (3.74)
Posted by Dawnrazor on 2004-07-16, 05:27:10 (66.149.68.54)
DIngo, I have owned the MMGs for 8 years. Currently, I drive them with a Pass x150...150 wpc. I am certain that I don't really tax the amp at all. YOur Rotel puts out as much...you won't hear a diff b .......
63: RE: New McIntosh Pre-amp (3.71)
Posted by Vic D on 2010-11-12, 05:44:57 (24.23.133.216)
After reading your profile, in particular your system goals, I found it interesting that your chasing the sound of a vintage recording played on vintage equipment. Now 62, I found myself doing that ve .......
64: Cheap autoformer volume control = "enrichment" device? (3.71)
Posted by freddyi on 2004-04-09, 18:21:48 (63.188.17.16)
with averaged pink noise a cheap in-wall autoformer used as volume control has good HF response at all settings and only a little bit of LF loss (or spectrum -tilt) below most speakers useful bandpass .......
65: RE: I Want to Hear this Amp... (3.66)
Posted by Thorsten on 2014-03-19, 12:44:02 (61.92.153.149)
Hi, My backup and/or office Amp is a gainclone, a cut above that one in parts quality (UK made torroid transformer, Elna Silmic for all electrolytic cap's, NOS Allen Bradley Carbon Comp resistors and .......
66: My go-to downsized system (3.62)
Posted by AbeCollins on 2023-06-12, 08:17:47 (73.229.163.4)
I will continue to try other gear even though I've had these "keepers" for a long time. I've had these for about: - 12 years: Rogue Cronus Magnum(I) tube integrated. - 8 years: PS Audio NuWave DSD DAC .......
67: what is your most user friendly amp that you can live with? (3.61)
Posted by wlee on 2007-07-08, 11:14:02 (218.186.10.12)
hi all, I don't visit this forum much in the pass but of course I was with the tube DIY side and have been with hifi since my high school day, started it from electronics hobbyist DIY side, about 40 y .......
68: RE: AN kits vs AN (3.60)
Posted by RGA on 2012-11-30, 02:21:26 (119.237.27.88)
If you notice the kit amplifiers don't have direct comparables to production models. For example there is no kit version of the OTO, Soro or Ongaku. The kits are all different designs. But from lookin .......
69: RE: Passives (3.56)
Posted by TubeDriver on 2016-05-04, 07:35:40 (96.240.131.158)
Morricab hits it right with his comments in my experience. I have been using two preamps on and off for the last decade or so. A DIY SET single stage VT137 triode preamp with stepped DACT volume pot a .......
70: RE: Advice for Audio Research preamps, please... (3.55)
Posted by ariaslives on 2009-09-30, 00:04:58 (74.241.74.223)
hi murali, i made the jump from the ls 26 into the ref 3 after doing a side by side comparison for about 2 weeks and have not regretted a thing. as you move up the audio research line it's uncanny how .......
71: What the world needs is a good $500 amp. (3.53)
Posted by commentary on 2012-05-16, 22:03:58 (67.23.168.82)
We have good 5 watt amps, but the list seems short for a $500 amp. I have a Cambridge Audio Topaz AM5 INTEGRATED amp that was only $200. It's very good for the price, but I had to mod it to separate .......
72: RE: what i said (3.51)
Posted by thump on 2018-01-06, 14:27:35 (68.107.181.155)
actually, what i said, what everyone else took literally, was REALLY "anyone know of any overachieving CHEAP class D amps that won't be embarrassed by $1,000ish class A?B that are worthy as temporary .......
73: Re: A preamp behaves differently with different amps... (3.33)
Posted by morricab on 2005-03-12, 03:00:23 (84.72.40.78)
Here is my gear: Source Analog: Michell Gyrodec SEMKII, RB300, Dynavector 17D2mk2, PS Audio Phonolink Source Digital: Cambridge Audio Diskmagic Transport, Monarchy Audio DIP, Behringer DEQ 2496 (digit .......
74: REVIEW: S5 Electronics K12G Integrated Amplifier (Tube) (3.33)
Posted by JimOfOakCreek on 2011-04-24, 12:41:39 (174.103.166.130)
Model: K12G Category: Integrated Amplifier (Tube) Suggested Retail Price: $189 Description: Integrated Amplifier Using 10GV8 Tubes Manufacturer URL: S5 Electronics Model Picture: View .......
75: Re: Was: Anyone with Audio Synthesis Passion + Desire combination? (3.27)
Posted by tabatalyco@lycos.it on 2003-12-16, 11:43:12 (80.117.12.160)
Hi Antonio, ---------------------------------------------------------------------- The Desire has no indicator of when it is running class A or not, but I have measured output voltage at the speake .......
76: REVIEW: Behringer NU3000 Amplifier (SS) (3.13)
Posted by soldermizer on 2012-02-24, 21:02:07 (72.184.244.113)
Model: NU3000 Category: Amplifier (SS) Suggested Retail Price: $300 Description: appallingly inexpensive powerful class D 2-channel amplifier Manufacturer URL: Behringer Model Picture: V .......
77: Re: Has anyone listened to the Promitheus Audio TVC passive pre? (long) (3.12)
Posted by goodsoundseeker on 2006-08-20, 03:49:08 (218.111.205.39)
hi there i've had a listen to the Promitheus TVC but not in my own system and room so can't comment - all i can say is it sounded very promising in a system that included living voice loudspeakers. al .......
78: Re: Don Allen linestage & phono stage (2.99)
Posted by Chuck on 2006-06-28, 09:58:52 (129.237.61.31)
I have been intending to write a review of the Don Allen linestage for a long time and just haven't had the time, so let me say a few things. Almost a year ago I auditioned the Don Allen, a Sonic Euph .......
79: REVIEW: McIntosh MC 275 Amplifier (Tube) (2.94)
Posted by Michaelangello on 2009-02-14, 08:10:23 (68.204.64.177)
Model: MC 275 Category: Amplifier (Tube) Suggested Retail Price: $3900 Description: Tube amp rated 75 watts, but newer versions go up to 90 watts. Several versions of this amp dated from 60s .......
80: Aksa 55 - small review (2.94)
Posted by sparkle on 2006-05-23, 22:25:41 (217.68.80.50)
Well, my friends..... over the past 6 months I have been living with a nice little amplifier designed by a good guy called Hugh Dean, owner of Aspen Amplifiers. I am writing this because I want to e .......
81: First impression of the Schiit Freya (2.82)
Posted by scruffy_ on 2017-01-09, 10:23:57 (104.172.19.114)
Old Preamp: Older Django passive TVC Preamp from DIY Hifi Supply Amp: W4S ST 500 Speakers: Magnepan 1.6s with a heavily modified crossover DAC: Schiit Gungnir Multibit Interconnects: Neotech NEI-3004 .......
82: Taking the plunge - Odyssey dual mono or....? (2.78)
Posted by Carlman on 2003-01-21, 10:46:25 (192.58.204.121)
I have been slowly building a good hi-fi for about 10 years. I've gone through many systems. In the past few years, I have really started understanding what I like and getting exactly what I wanted pi .......
83: REVIEW: Diy HiFi Supply Django transferer line stage Passive Components (2.78)
Posted by rtsang on 2005-04-16, 03:11:19 (218.103.149.218)
Model: Django transferer line stage Category: Passive Components Suggested Retail Price: US$959 Description: Transformer line stage using S&B TX-102 TVC Manufacturer URL: Diy HiFi Suppl .......
84: REVIEW: FT Audio LW-1 Preamplifier (SS) (2.75)
Posted by NEAR SOTA on 2003-02-08, 03:17:40 (172.148.187.26)
Model: LW-1 Category: Preamplifier (SS) Suggested Retail Price: $500.00 Description: passive preamp Manufacturer URL: FT Audio Manufacturer URL: FT Audio Review by NEAR SOTA ( A .......
85: RE: Aesthetix IO (Eclipse) phono preamp (2.74)
Posted by oeholter@online.no on 2012-06-23, 12:01:07 (81.191.22.247)
My experience with the Io is similar to Oldvinyl's. I have the mk2 with volume, 1 power supply. A full set of matched tubes from Aesthetix some years ago solved noise problems. I have not tried the Io .......
86: Nuforce Icon with ESL 63 (2.68)
Posted by Jonesy on 2008-06-15, 17:53:38 (24.79.210.251)
Thanks to Abe Collins for recommending this little integrated. Currently resides in my sons bedroom/computer system. But I FINALLY got a chance to try it... with my Quads! Ahem... here goes. I feel .......
87: REVIEW: Plinius P8 Amplifier (SS) (2.60)
Posted by M. Vidal on 2005-12-02, 11:24:44 (200.58.2.60)
Model: P8 Category: Amplifier (SS) Suggested Retail Price: $4,900 Description: Stereo Amplifier Manufacturer URL: Plinius Manufacturer URL: Plinius Review by M. Vidal ( A ) on De .......
88: waiting with bait-like breath, no doubt? (2.58)
Posted by stan2 on 2013-06-06, 15:36:01 (66.205.138.138)
hey Awe-d sorry for not responding here sooner, and I know everyone is on pins and needles over this but that pre got sold. Which is ok, since it may not have been the right move. And thx for the a .......
89: Funny stuff.... (2.57)
Posted by Nietzsche on 2004-01-04, 16:37:47 (128.172.68.24)
This is a funny topic. I can't help but continually shake my head while reading some of these replies! I own the PS Audio HCA-2 and PCA-2, love the sound they offer, and recently had a friends' broken .......
90: REVIEW: Ayre Acoustics V-3 Amplifier (SS) (2.41)
Posted by rkeman on 2004-05-12, 08:21:28 (12.168.121.2)
Model: V-3 Category: Amplifier (SS) Suggested Retail Price: $3800 Description: 100 watts per channel Manufacturer URL: Ayre Acoustics Manufacturer URL: Ayre Acoustics Review by rk .......
91: REVIEW: B&O ICEpower 200ASC Amplifier (SS) (2.40)
Posted by Feanor on 2020-07-12, 11:32:12 (99.242.130.65)
Model: 200ASC Category: Amplifier (SS) Suggested Retail Price: $130 Description: Class D mono amplifier module, 200 wpc @ 4 ohms Manufacturer URL: B&O ICEpower Model Picture: View Revi .......
92: REVIEW: Dussun V6i Amplifier (SS) (2.39)
Posted by bullethead on 2006-09-30, 17:19:23 (71.125.32.122)
Model: V6i Category: Amplifier (SS) Suggested Retail Price: $1200 Description: 150WPC Integrated Amp Manufacturer URL: Dussun Model Picture: View Review by bullethead on September .......
93: REVIEW: Channel Islands Audio VPC-1 Passive Components (2.37)
Posted by PassiveO on 2005-02-24, 21:15:56 (209.181.120.161)
Model: VPC-1 Category: Passive Components Suggested Retail Price: $249 Description: Passive Volume Control Manufacturer URL: Channel Islands Audio Manufacturer URL: Channel Islands Au .......
94: REVIEW: Pass Laboratories Aleph 3 Amplifier (SS) (2.33)
Posted by Eldragon on 2003-06-24, 17:39:47 (68.210.178.101)
Model: Aleph 3 Category: Amplifier (SS) Suggested Retail Price: $2,500 Description: Solid State, Single Ended, Class A, 30 watts Manufacturer URL: Pass Laboratories Model Picture: Vie .......
95: REVIEW: Hypex Electronics UcD180 Amplifier (SS) (2.31)
Posted by maxlorenz on 2005-03-20, 20:01:10 (200.126.104.229)
Model: UcD180 Category: Amplifier (SS) Suggested Retail Price: $60EU Description: Class D amplifier module Manufacturer URL: Hypex Electronics Model Picture: View Review by maxlor .......
96: The VAC Standard preamp: my opinion: (2.28)
Posted by Elizabeth on 2011-05-23, 14:31:21 (65.28.186.225)
OK (I do not like to 'do' reviews, just so you know) The VAC Standard I purchased last Summer, used. It had been purchased used, by a fellow in Cal. and arrived with some sort of problem. That person .......
97: REVIEW: VTV Amplifier Purifi 1ET400A Stereo Amplifier (SS) (2.26)
Posted by Feanor on 2020-12-05, 06:11:39 (99.242.130.65)
Model: Purifi 1ET400A Stereo Category: Amplifier (SS) Suggested Retail Price: $1429 Description: Purifi 1ET400A module-based stereo amp with VTV i/o buffer Manufacturer URL: VTV Amplifier .......
98: REVIEW ASPEN ASKA GK-1 pre amplifier (2.25)
Posted by Gerado on 2006-02-19, 07:39:40 (218.214.136.53)
Introduction Most people writing reviews about equipment they try write positive reviews. I suspect because of motivation to share their positive experience with others and spread the word about a gre .......
99: I bought the B100 - quick first impressions (2.24)
Posted by Schu on 2005-10-03, 06:35:22 (63.162.189.17)
After having it for just one night I bought it. I do not have time to do a full review yet. I will do that after it's broken in and I have completely digested it. I will give you the ADHD version of m .......
100: REVIEW: Inner Sound ESL-300 Mk. II Amplifier (SS) (2.14)
Posted by rkeman on 2005-03-22, 11:11:24 (12.168.121.2)
Model: ESL-300 Mk. II Category: Amplifier (SS) Suggested Retail Price: $2995 Description: Stereo Power Amplifier Manufacturer URL: Inner Sound Manufacturer URL: Inner Sound Review .......
101: REVIEW: Monarchy Audio 100SE Delux Amplifier (SS) (1.90)
Posted by maxlorenz on 2004-03-10, 16:07:27 (200.85.205.224)
Model: 100SE Delux Category: Amplifier (SS) Suggested Retail Price: $1275 Description: SE Class A 100W/8ohm Monoblock Manufacturer URL: Monarchy Audio Manufacturer URL: Monarchy Audio .......
102: ASL Hurricane 200 DT's reborn... (1.88)
Posted by ChrisVH on 2004-06-14, 15:32:54 (24.209.134.31)
I bought a pair of ASL Hurricanes a few months ago, and although they sounded as good as my highly modified Lumley M120's (the ASL's had even better "grip"), they seemed to lack some refinement, and l .......
103: REVIEW: Sonic Frontiers Control-1 Amplifier (Tube) (1.80)
Posted by Eldragon on 2003-01-07, 13:56:24 (208.63.186.233)
Model: Control-1 Category: Amplifier (Tube) Suggested Retail Price: $2000 Description: Integrated amp Manufacturer URL: Sonic Frontiers Manufacturer URL: Sonic Frontiers Review by .......
104: kind of Newbie to HiFi, input on new System /Amp, etc. (1.78)
Posted by jmunky3 on 2016-05-23, 23:57:39 (76.121.140.58)
Hello my compatriots, I've been into Guitars, guitar amps, etc. and car audio for quite a while. So I have a decent knowledge base and ear, but there seems to be ever more snake oil and choices here i .......
105: Just took that approach with some new tube gear I had made... Tone Controls yay (1.69)
Posted by 2chJunkie on 2013-02-10, 08:20:27 (209.103.248.32)
To begin, Ive come to be a big fan of small time guys who build gear and sell direct. Ive been lucky in that 95% of the time things have gone well. Not an approach for all tho. I plan to do a more .......
106: Thank you very much for your detailed and considered responses - heres the journey to date (1.68)
Posted by Gofast on 2008-04-17, 09:02:23 (66.28.42.166)
Karma16, Mondial, and Bambi B, thanks very much for your responses. BambiB, you asked me about the rest of my system. Actually, I have to thank you profusely for much of the sound from my system (plus .......
107: REVIEW: EICO HF-85 Amplifier (Tube) (1.63)
Posted by Richard CWY on 2002-12-02, 06:32:49 (210.3.46.57)
Model: HF-85 Category: Amplifier (Tube) Suggested Retail Price: $100 Description: EICO HF-85 tube stereo pre-amp Manufacturer URL: EICO Model Picture: View Review by Richard CWY .......
108: REVIEW: JuicyMusic Blueberry Preamplifier (Tube) (1.60)
Posted by Jrook on 2007-02-11, 10:38:10 (74.244.71.167)
Model: Blueberry Category: Preamplifier (Tube) Suggested Retail Price: $1795.00 Description: all tube preamplifer with phono Manufacturer URL: JuicyMusic Manufacturer URL: JuicyMusic .......
109: REVIEW: PS Audio HCA-2 Amplifier (SS) (1.37)
Posted by Nietzsche on 2003-04-02, 11:53:48 (128.172.68.24)
Model: HCA-2 Category: Amplifier (SS) Suggested Retail Price: $1695 Description: Hybrid Class A Manufacturer URL: PS Audio Model Picture: View Review by Nietzsche ( A ) on April .......
110: REVIEW: Balanced Audio Technology (BAT) VK-31 Preamplifier (Tube) (1.37)
Posted by EdM on 2006-03-08, 14:22:29 (64.186.238.210)
Model: VK-31 Category: Preamplifier (Tube) Suggested Retail Price: $4500 Description: Mid Level Pre-amp with balanced inputs and outputs Manufacturer URL: Balanced Audio Technology (BAT .......
111: REVIEW: EICO ST-84 Amplifier (Tube) (1.04)
Posted by Richard CWY on 2002-11-24, 00:09:35 (210.3.46.52)
Model: ST-84 Category: Amplifier (Tube) Suggested Retail Price: $200 Description: EICO ST-84 pre-amp Manufacturer URL: EICO Model Picture: View Review by Richard CWY ( A ) on Nov .......
112: REVIEW: D.N.A. (Donald Nance Audio) LA100 Amplifier (SS) (1.03)
Posted by RogerJ on 2003-09-15, 16:06:44 (68.39.71.4)
Model: LA100 Category: Amplifier (SS) Suggested Retail Price: $1205 w/ stock amplifier Description: A highly modified ART SLA-1 Power Ampifier Manufacturer URL: D.N.A. (Donald Nance Aud .......
113: Review: Audible Illusions M3a Preamplifier (long) (0.78)
Posted by Auditious1 on 2002-09-26, 10:56:17 (198.81.21.172)
I go back almost 20 years with Audible Illusions products, starting with an original Modulus preamp. Now, I suppose, it would be called a Model 1. It assumed duty in my system, sometimes as a dedicate .......
Found 200 records in Cable Asylum.
1: DIY cable for CD to DAC? (6.97)
Posted by Johann F on 2001-10-15, 05:15:51 (195.40.138.130)
Should I buy an off the shelf cable (RCA-RCA SP/DIF) to go between my Arcam Alpha CD and Cambridge S700 DAC or is there a good DIY recipe I can easily make from UK (pref Maplin) sources? - I'm totaly .......
2: Very well (a pic) (6.97)
Posted by RioTubes on 2006-12-18, 18:44:52 (76.173.115.53)
of the DIY Dac. My first component-level project. I plan to shock mount the S&B transformers in my TVC on microsorb and EAR paper as well. Regarding these diy pulsar ICs, you'd recommend: - layer of E .......
3: USB (PC to DAC) (6.72)
Posted by dtanclim@hotmail.com on 2007-10-06, 07:48:23 (202.56.129.226)
Besides the Monster USB cables can anyone recommend alternatives between my DAC and PC. What are the DIY options if I were to purchase from audio cables manufacturers. Thanks .......
4: Here's a DIY low capacitance silver IC: (6.47)
Posted by ChrisVH on 2000-11-20, 15:52:07 (169.207.135.138)
If you want to delve into the waters of DIY, this might be ideal for your passive pre (I use this cable directly between my DAC and tubed monoblocs) link to low capacitnace DIY silver IC ::: TOPIC: .......
5: My DAC Jack (6.42)
Posted by BIOMAN on 2002-12-29, 06:33:51 (24.162.129.101)
I am going the digital separates route (transport/DAC) for the first time, up to this point I have had CDP's, so I am not familiar with the in’s and out’s of all of this. As mentioned I am going to us .......
6: Re: Chris VenHaus DIY Cables DIY Mains Power Cables Cable (6.34)
Posted by Martythomas on 2002-02-03, 08:30:17 (198.81.16.58)
I am using the SR ref cords on the amps, the SR DIY copies were used on the MIT DUO ISO unit, preamp, transport, and DAC. These cords are the ones replaced by the 83802. Marty .......
7: USB cable Question (6.27)
Posted by etalon90 on 2013-07-31, 08:05:39 (131.137.245.209)
I just acquired a Benchmark DAC2 HDR and so far, I really like it. It's my 3rd DAC and it seems to gravitate toward my default DAC for any listening. Unfortunately, there is something that doesn't wor .......
8: Power cord for Museatex DAC (6.22)
Posted by Duster on 2005-08-29, 13:05:28 (24.17.146.229)
I use an XLO Reference 2 Type 10A power cord on the Museatex DAC and have found it to be better than all other's I've tried on this particular device (it's soundstage and stereo imaging performance in .......
9: VH Audio DIY Flavor 1 Power Cord For Pre-Amp (6.20)
Posted by kkak66 on 2010-12-19, 16:21:29 (99.48.57.12)
Can i use this pc on my VTL 5.5 pre-amp? I know they say to use with digital, but want to use this with my pre-amp, any harm? A friend of mine made the cord for my DAC, but i don't have DAC any more. .......
10: Digital cable - what is sonic character of Apogee Wyde Eye? (6.15)
Posted by T NUC on 2008-12-08, 09:35:20 (58.8.69.69)
Someone gave me a DIY DAC to try. This is my first encounter with a DAC. I am using it with a Panasonic Bluray BD30 linked by Apogee Wyde Eye that the guy said is 2 days old. I am trying to isolate th .......
11: DIY power cable questions. (6.15)
Posted by Kim S. on 2021-02-05, 08:26:57 (72.169.96.176)
I am going to make some power cables for the digital part of my system, the dac and cd transport. For the dac I have ordered Oyaide Black Mamba cable and MPS Hercules connecters. The cable has a drain .......
12: I have tried 1695A (6.04)
Posted by audioengr on 2001-12-01, 13:41:29 (199.26.172.71)
1695A is good stuff - low-loss and measures 75 ohms dead-on. However, for most DAC's, I don't like it. For your uses, since the data is clocked by the crystal on the add-in card in your computer, the .......
13: Suggestions for $150.00 max digital coax or toslink. (5.83)
Posted by JANDG on 2006-06-16, 20:14:24 (67.5.147.91)
I am going to try going back to seperate DAC's again. I have modded DAC-AH on the way, but also have "NO" digital cable or toslink. I should purchase it this weekend. $150.00 max is my limit. I will D .......
14: Re: IC Rec's for Musical Fidelity X series components (5.81)
Posted by zanash on 2004-01-31, 02:56:19 (62.254.0.16)
CD to DAC that easy Digital coax, IMO infinately better that toslink. As for the X components.....I'd recommend one of the many DIY silver types using bullets. Or check out one of the DIY recipes on Z .......
15: I need to try Chris V's latest cables... (5.78)
Posted by darkmoebius on 2005-08-28, 01:36:21 (68.4.36.158)
But, damn if the boy hasn't gotten plum spendy since his early DIY days 5 years ago. Bet their killer, though. I need new PC's for my monoblocks, dac, and transport. Just not gonna happen at his price .......
16: DAC-Cd player cable recommendation (5.73)
Posted by zuheyr on 2006-07-02, 01:44:41 (81.245.61.59)
Hello, I would like to ask for your opinions about a digital interconnect between AN DAC 1 and NAD 542 CD player. I can solder but I understand DIY is pretty difficult. I also understand optical cable .......
17: IC Recommendations for Passive System (5.72)
Posted by PassiveO on 2005-03-07, 19:22:47 (216.64.152.98)
Hello All, I currently have the following components from Channel Islands Audio: VPC-1 Passive "Preamp" VMB-1 Monoblock Amplifiers VDA-1 DAC with VAC-1 Power Supply I have Klipsch Khorns. I am looking .......
18: DIY Power Cable - Is Having Both Braid & Shield Bad? (5.63)
Posted by JDH on 2000-07-20, 07:23:31 (205.175.225.22)
I built a DIY 10 guage power cord with both foil shield and tinned copper braid. I plugged it into my dac/dejitter power supply. I experienced some added detail and tightness of the bass but at the ex .......
19: Enjoying ChrisV's Cat5 , should I replace my other cables w/ DIY as well? (5.57)
Posted by uplugged on 2002-12-30, 12:38:45 (24.69.255.202)
I have left the door open asking that question, but since I now have the DIY bug there is considerable motivation on my part to try all of Chris Venhaus' other projects relating to ICs and the power .......
20: Ecosse Soundman Digital XLR (5.57)
Posted by Mike C on 2020-04-14, 02:46:54 (84.51.183.123)
I have put together a seriously good digital front end for my headphone system, consisting of a Pro-Ject RS-2T CD drive and ANK DAC 4.1x kit dac (kit version of a high end Audionote unit). At first I .......
21: digital cable (5.51)
Posted by franco211 on 2002-09-08, 21:47:50 (24.191.66.225)
I need a coax digital cable to connect my DVD player to my DAC. I have a budget of about $150 and I dont mind buying used or DIY. What is my best option?? Should I make a diy cable?? Buy a cable used .......
22: AN DAC Kit1.2 Cable Help??? (5.50)
Posted by bkloos on 2002-12-17, 07:05:14 (146.203.57.114)
Hello all, I have just purchased the Audio Note Kit 1.2 I will be using a NAD S500 as transport until the funds become available to upgrade to a dedicated transport. I need a digital cable! The NAD ha .......
23: RE: A cable with a furnace problem (5.47)
Posted by Jonesy on 2020-12-19, 20:47:34 (24.76.171.131)
Great to hear Morrow sent another cable. Sorry it didn't make any difference. I once had a dac that I replaced the supplied wall wart with a DIY power supply. Every time our convection oven fan would .......
24: Shout out to Cable Asylum and Contributors... (slightly long) (5.42)
Posted by Jonesy on 2019-04-18, 11:27:58 (139.142.233.93)
Major component changes for me are few and far between, and though I dabbled with cables and connectors in the past, I find I'm really getting hooked into it again. It's a nice surprise, especially bu .......
25: RE: Bang for buck (for DAC) ($75 power cord (5.32)
Posted by Chris K. on 2014-03-01, 15:37:23 (71.100.212.179)
I recently replaced my Shunyata Venom 3-S cord on my Pacific Valve Lite 72 tube DAC with a DIY Neotech 3003 PC using a Neotech UP-OCC male plug and an Onix UP-OCC IEC. Even with hefty discounts, my fi .......
26: Chris VenHaus DIY Cables DIY Mains Power Cables Cable (5.30)
Posted by ChrisVH on 2002-02-02, 19:27:40 (169.207.89.112)
I suspect the top end will settle down with additional break in. I have tubed amps (with FET driver stage) and my output stage on my DAC uses a 12SN7 tube, so my system isn't bright to begin with. Whe .......
27: Just upgraded my digital cable as well (5.28)
Posted by airtime on 2017-12-05, 10:47:33 (24.251.227.86)
The BJ cables sound great now. I actually did upgrade my digital out from my CDP to DAC. Now don't laugh but I used a piece of "better" quality cable that was once on my TV. Removed the screw connect .......
28: Pls. Suggest Digital Interconnect Audio Note Transport/DAC (5.23)
Posted by passed_out on 2003-04-06, 18:56:06 (202.57.82.175)
I have an Audio Note CDT Zero and DAC One.1x coming and am in the market for a digital interconnect. The local dealer says the Silver Audio digital interconnect "sounds cleaner" than (I think the simi .......
29: RE: Transport to dac via digital coax cable (5.22)
Posted by Duster on 2016-12-10, 14:08:07 (73.239.106.81)
BTW, what rca connector did you use at the one end of your DIY Pulsar build? .......
30: RE: DIY Gotham GAC-1 Ultra Pro with Gold EIZZ EZ-203 rca connectors (5.22)
Posted by Duster on 2018-02-25, 14:15:25 (24.19.147.14)
It's a T-Music ES9018 Sabre DAC with upgraded op-amps that I use in my computer workstation system. I find it provides big bang for the buck performance for the moderate cost level system. T-Music no .......
31: Re: Strange happenings with 1695A digital cable... (5.22)
Posted by Jon Risch on 2002-10-03, 17:40:43 (209.215.72.228)
This would tend to indicate that a ground loop may exist in your system. The AC line transient from the ceiling fan turn-on caused the DAC in the int. amp to "burp", that is, lose lock for a bit, wher .......
32: RE: DIY specialty balanced cable (5.19)
Posted by johnvb on 2018-10-31, 04:46:37 (70.160.150.205)
Following up this thread, I ended up not building the cable. After comparing the old Channel Island dac with the one built in to the mPRE, I prefer the performance of the new built-in dac. I did howev .......
33: Re: DIY power cord for projector?!? (5.17)
Posted by Duster on 2005-02-25, 08:01:02 (24.17.158.236)
XLO recommends the ER-10, not me :-) It's the only audiophile power cord that mentions in it's marketing info the use of it for a video projector to my knowledge. Yes, the XLO Reference Type 10A is an .......
34: Re: DIY cable for CD to DAC? (5.15)
Posted by Cichlid on 2001-10-16, 05:21:55 (209.240.222.132)
CORRECTION! I hope I didn`t screw anybody up! But you should use the Canare Model RCAP-C53 with the Belden 1695A. Sorry Mates!!! Chris .......
35: Yes, they can indeed make a big difference (5.12)
Posted by bartc on 2005-01-24, 17:34:26 (198.81.26.7)
As can treating them as an RFI catchpoint as well (see Al Sekela's note). Even cheap DIY PCs can make quite a difference. You're talking digital end here, and that's particularly susceptible to RFI an .......
36: Re: XLR cables for active speakers (5.12)
Posted by Roscoe East on 2005-03-25, 06:47:58 (209.21.98.216)
I've had excellent results with DIY balanced cables made from either Mogami 2549 or Canare L-4E6S with Neutrik connectors. The Canare, being a star-quad design, may raise theoretical questions about i .......
37: RE: seek power cable & connector recommendations, DIY preferred (5.12)
Posted by Chris K. on 2013-11-30, 18:04:20 (71.100.210.188)
Since I'm not that familiar with your amp, I'll defer to others for suggestions on that and simply share my experiences with a couple of cords on the others. On my CD player, which doubles as a transp .......
38: RE: DIY Gotham GAC-1 Ultra Pro with Gold EIZZ EZ-203 rca connectors (5.08)
Posted by jad on 2018-02-24, 09:06:58 (98.29.34.54)
Can you comment on the DAC shown in the pictures? .......
39: Interconnects - Try Chris VenHaus' DIY or a commercial design? (5.08)
Posted by unplugged on 2003-05-11, 16:07:13 (24.69.255.237)
I am currently using Straightwire Encore II between my pre amp and DAC, and some Puresonic that a friend made up between the pre amp and power amplifier. On the digital side I have MIT Digital Refere .......
40: RE: REVIEW: DIY by Chris VenHaus DIY Silver Interconnects Cable (5.06)
Posted by zacster on 2021-01-22, 08:19:32 (68.199.119.236)
Yes, they are great cables. I had the same experience with them. The cliche "lifted a veil from the sound" definitely applied here. I had finished one and tried it by itself and was so stunned by how .......
41: RE: Looking for a 2 meter power cord for Ares DAC under $100, suggestions? (5.03)
Posted by Duster on 2019-08-13, 07:57:01 (73.97.205.225)
DIY Viborg VP1606 with MPS Hercules AC connectors. Exceptional SQ for the price. .......
42: Re: DIY cable for CD to DAC? (4.99)
Posted by Cichlid on 2001-10-15, 19:22:26 (209.240.222.132)
The reason I piped in about using the Belden 1695A instead of the 1506A was I made the cables both ways and the 1695A definately sounded better. In my system of course! Chris .......
43: RE: DIY VH Audio-V Twist Cu- 24 XLR Cables for my new Oppo Sonica Dac... (4.97)
Posted by Duster on 2017-08-08, 15:40:58 (73.157.15.7)
I look forward to your report after the burn-in process is completed, if decide to post one, RadioWonder. .......
44: Try this el cheapo diy... (4.90)
Posted by marty76 on 2003-02-11, 22:35:02 (208.187.244.100)
...then repost what you think. It's a 4 wire braided 12ga THHN cu.cord. Just go to home despot and get 8' each of black and white and 16' of green. Braid it-add connectors-burn in and then report back .......
45: Bang for buck (for DAC) ($75 power cord (4.87)
Posted by bjh on 2014-02-28, 10:51:45 (184.146.159.189)
Got a Grant Fidelity TubeDAC-11 would like upgrade the power cord. DIY ok (i.e. I can do it with recipe). .......
46: RE: $200 Interconnect Recommendation (4.85)
Posted by Duster on 2014-12-30, 13:04:55 (76.104.217.128)
Recent reconfiguration of a second system allowed me to choose a shorter-length pair of interconnect cables for a DAC that are more costly than the previous set, but I didn't wish to spend as much as .......
47: $5.00 DIY experiment (4.85)
Posted by Jim on 1999-10-23, 05:22:28 (216.99.237.30)
After reading all the DIY posts here, I got the urge... Went to Radio Shack and bought a spool of 30ga. ($2.59) wire-wrap wire ( I read somewhere this was Kynar wire, teflon-insulated, and a friend wh .......
48: REVIEW: DIY by Chris VenHaus DIY Silver Interconnects Cable (4.83)
Posted by niakapa on 2021-01-21, 19:18:23 (173.71.97.11)
Model: DIY Silver Interconnects Category: Cable Suggested Retail Price: materials cost about $80 Description: 32 ga. .9999 Silver Teflon insulated wire spiraled around Teflon core Manufactu .......
49: A coaxial digital DIY cable or optical cable for lenght of 15m (4.83)
Posted by Bogdan on 2000-03-07, 08:13:25 (194.249.2.154)
I have read pros and cons of optical cables vs. coaxial for digital transmission in this forum, but I could not figure out what is a magic lenght at which optical become superior to coaxial. I need to .......
50: Newbie coax for DAC question (4.82)
Posted by photoguy on 2004-06-05, 22:59:09 (68.200.60.72)
I'm expecting my ack! dack in the next week or two and have a need for a great digital cable that I might DIY. I want a very short run (.5m) with great RCAs. Please point me in the right direction oh .......
51: RE: Recommend really good cable for making DIY interconnects (4.74)
Posted by Mick Wolfe on 2022-01-11, 09:01:07 (174.18.114.5)
Yes. That's ( Furez 16 gauge/Douglas Connection Bravo) been a solid performer for me in an 11' run DAC to pre-amp. Terminated with KLEI Coppers. .......
52: RE: DIY specialty balanced cable (4.73)
Posted by Davey on 2018-09-30, 08:43:48 (71.227.141.143)
The mPRE is a DAC.....and a better one the CI unit. Why do you still need the CI unit and it's crazy "balanced" interfacing scheme??? Dave. .......
53: Re: Prelim report: Silver Bulletplug DIY IC (4.73)
Posted by pilar on 2003-02-12, 19:36:35 (208.191.199.18)
I have QF's that I terminated with Silver Bullets between my DAC and Integrated amp. I tried the standard Bullets also and couldn't tell much diffence between the two. They both sound great. ::: TOPIC .......
54: RE: DIY PC Cable (4.73)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2015-02-13, 09:59:42 (108.210.70.243)
Hey there The Dill, I’ve got one PC (Supra Lorad 3x2 5 Power Cable) on my Gustard U12 USB/SPDIF converter, another on the Pyramid PS (Neotech OCC) for my Musical Fidelity V90 Dac and this latest one w .......
55: RE: DIY power cable questions. (4.69)
Posted by Aaron 01 on 2021-02-07, 08:36:49 (71.196.165.199)
Hi Duster, You said " The Furutech FP-TCS31 is better suited for source components, and even then, the presentation sounds rather soft, not particularly firm sounding for some applications." You sure .......
56: RE: DIY USB cables: five prototypes (4.65)
Posted by paco on 2020-10-05, 07:54:59 (95.121.212.207)
certainly, but it's a complex matter; besides, what you see in my pics is only the signal leg (plus and minus), but there is also the power leg (plus, minus and earth), sharing the same USB-B plug on .......
57: Re: DIY cable for CD to DAC? (4.63)
Posted by Cichlid on 2001-10-15, 06:23:52 (209.240.222.132)
J.F. go to the Enjoythemusic.com site for the info on the Max Rochlin Memorial cable. I substituted Belden 1695A and Canare RCAP-c5 rca`s. Cost was about 15 bucks. It sounds great! Good Luck! Chris :: .......
58: Re: DIY cable for CD to DAC? (4.63)
Posted by chiggy on 2001-10-15, 09:27:28 (12.33.190.5)
Hello, i've had some good luck with the 1506 and the 89259 from belden using partsconnection.on.ca WBT clones with the screw down mechanism. you could also try some canare 75 ohm crimp style plugs - v .......
59: Re: DIY COAXIAL Cable besides Belden? (4.63)
Posted by NEAR SOTA on 2003-08-04, 08:35:20 (172.132.85.118)
The only reason I want COAX is for my COAX connection from my CDP Transport to DAC(which is Belden). I use SOlid Core Unimsulated wire throughout my system everywhere elst I think. I was just looking .......
60: Re: Can i also use it to make Digital IC ? Yes but.... (4.63)
Posted by wgallupe on 2007-02-24, 13:29:37 (68.116.189.102)
You need to use the 75 ohm version for digital. In that same system when I had aluminum tweeters I was also using an outboard DAC and separate jitter filter. So I ran an 18 inch run from CDP to jitter .......
61: Re: DIY Digital Cable ??? (4.61)
Posted by unplugged on 2002-12-30, 10:56:53 (24.69.255.202)
I tried a design that is offered on another site - Enjoy the Music - just type that in for a search and you will find it. The digital cable offred is called The Max Rochlin Memorial Cable so you shou .......
62: 75 Ohms digital cable ??? (4.61)
Posted by tubetube on 2003-01-09, 08:52:48 (202.166.126.226)
I've just learnt that the connection between CD transport and DAC by standard, should (or rather must) be with a 75 Ohms impedance cable. In the industry standard, am I right that the only true 75 Ohm .......
63: Re: Series termination (4.60)
Posted by chiggy on 2002-02-15, 07:49:54 (12.250.135.145)
hello, the first part i figured out after putzing around with a voltmeter and that stereophile article, but thanks for putting it clearly. my DIY DAC thanks you for the second part. good day, chiggy .......
64: Re: DIY Silver Interconnect recipe has been updated! (4.60)
Posted by Mike B. on 1999-12-23, 21:15:24 (209.180.176.222)
Chris, I consider the Opal to be a hifi best buy. It is neutral, with excellent soundstaging. The other long interconnect I own is the Nordost Blue Heaven which I used for comparision. I have Siltech .......
65: Re: DIY digital cable? (4.58)
Posted by Sean on 2000-09-10, 08:40:34 (216.214.207.39)
Jon, my experience has been that most any cable will work between my transport and dac. The funny thing is that the sonic characteristics of the cable when used in an analogue circuit are still quite .......
66: Re: Need Comments on VDH Mainstream & Powersnake Black Mamba Power Cords (4.56)
Posted by breadvan on 2001-12-09, 03:13:40 (203.198.24.5)
I recently had a chance to try the VDH Mainsstream and Zu's Birth for my DAC, the Birth has a better extension to HF that my DIY power cord made out of relatively cheap audio use power cord, the initi .......
67: My suggestion (4.52)
Posted by ChrisVH on 2000-04-01, 13:28:21 (169.207.130.253)
Try getting hold of some Goertz AG2's (there are mail order places that will loan them to you). If you like those, then you'll love the DIY foils. The character of the cable is VERY similar. The mids .......
68: RE: Class D amps and shielded power cables (4.50)
Posted by Duster on 2018-02-06, 17:39:23 (24.19.147.14)
I plan to build a DIY Gotham 85055 10 AWG shielded power cord terminated with the milled aluminum shell AC connectors I mentioned (minimal gold plating over brass) to try on a good-sounding S .......
69: Just looking at these myself... (4.50)
Posted by clio09 on 2008-07-24, 01:53:32 (68.96.221.2)
as well as Mogami Neglex as per Ralph Kartsten. I'll be using mine between my Lessloss DAC and JRDG preamp, as well as the Capri and a pair of VAC Musicblocs. Where can you get the cable for DIY purpo .......
70: Cable upgrade - Now I cannot listen! (4.49)
Posted by unplugged on 2005-04-22, 10:31:44 (24.80.108.51)
No, I have not upgraded yet - it is thinking about what I am missing out on that almost makes me not want to listen to my setup. Actually, it does sound quite listenable as it is - to me - but since .......
71: RE: NEO by OYAIDE Elec d + USB class S Rev.2 USB Cable (4.48)
Posted by Duster on 2017-08-14, 20:25:16 (73.157.15.7)
This is one of the few cable buys, and audio device purchases in general that I made no effort to research other than reading the specs, since USB for audio purposes is is too new to me as an end-u .......
72: DIY Power Cord (4.48)
Posted by Georgios on 2010-04-24, 03:16:20 (110.52.215.66)
Hello guys, I've been reading threads on this forum for a while, and noticed there are some recipes for making power cables here. After making several , just wondering which power cable is the best he .......
73: RE: First foray into cables (4.48)
Posted by mhardyman on 2011-10-23, 04:41:48 (98.217.211.106)
On the DIY side I am an enthusiastic supporter of these guys! I several runs of the IC-3 Silver Interconnects starting from the DAC to the Transcendent GG Preamp to my Bottlehead Paramounts! An immedi .......
74: RE: Fantastic! Thanks! - "The Duster" (4.47)
Posted by Duster on 2014-03-03, 15:18:29 (76.104.217.128)
After a few days of burn-in time, let me know what you think of the low-cost DIY Supra/Valab power cord vs. the stock power cord when placed on your new DAC. Cheers, Duster .......
75: Re: digital cable for ack! dac (4.46)
Posted by Jonesy on 2007-02-26, 12:45:16 (24.77.25.1)
I put together a 1.5m DH Labs with BNC Vampire at both ends. Vampire BNC jacks also on my P3A Dac and Roksan Caspian CD. Tons of detail/brightness which was a little overwhelming for me as I listen in .......
76: thanks Bob! (4.46)
Posted by paco on 2001-01-28, 10:17:14 (62.42.63.4)
i adapted your idea to my DIY PC's (5 days at 2000 w) & silver IC's (4 days at 700 w) & they both sound great! also, i followed your suggestion & left my AC line just for digital (transport & dac), pr .......
77: RE: DIY specialty balanced cable (4.44)
Posted by johnvb on 2018-09-30, 16:44:43 (70.160.150.205)
Hey Dave. Yes, I plan on comparing the built-in DAC with my old VDA2. I'm thinking I bought that thing maybe 6 years ago? And it is still offered on their site today. :) Another reason to "roll my own .......
78: My only experience has been with Homegrown... (4.44)
Posted by DeKay on 2002-10-13, 13:55:53 (198.81.26.200)
Audio Super Silver's and my own DIY digital/phono cables (made from 47 Labs OTA cable and RCA's). With the HG's the .5 meter analog IC's were softer sounding (I preferred the 1.0 meter versions). With .......
79: RE: Squeezebox to DacMagic: what to use (4.42)
Posted by zanash on 2009-08-11, 23:16:45 (86.5.5.30)
any decent 75ohm digital connection .....even a diy .made from satalite dow lead sound good .... not having been able to tell the difference between an expenisive digital ic ad a cheap on I settled fo .......
80: Re: DIY Silver Power Cord (4.40)
Posted by paco on 2001-01-06, 04:56:35 (62.42.63.4)
if you want to try some silver in your PC's you might want to try Siltech PC's; they are not expensive and can be bought unterminated (by the foot) so you can terminate them according to your taste; a .......
81: RE: REVIEW: VH Audio Pulsar Cu II Cable (4.36)
Posted by zacster on 2020-06-06, 17:43:38 (24.38.205.165)
I put in a VH Audio DIY silver cable between my DAC and pre-amp and was similarly floored. And just because they are DIY doesn't mean they didn't cost $$$. I used KLE Pure Silver Harmony plugs. These .......
82: RE: Made some Xlr cables (4.35)
Posted by Duster on 2019-11-10, 18:38:31 (73.97.205.225)
The silver Neutrik XLR was likely a better option for your project than the gold version, since its leaner presentation is better than the more bloated sounding gold Neutrik in comparison, IMO. The go .......
83: RE: Transport to dac via digital coax cable (4.35)
Posted by Jonesy on 2016-12-10, 13:00:00 (24.76.168.225)
You'll never really know until you try. In the picture shown, I have a DIY using VH Pulsar digital cable, and a DIY I made out of some old QED interconnect I had laying around from decades ago. The .......
84: Given these specs for coax IC: DIY or off-the-shelf? (4.33)
Posted by LewinskiH01 on 2012-08-15, 18:13:02 (190.244.215.195)
I'm getting a Metrum Octave DAC to use with my Squeezebox Touch, and need a coax IC. I asked the Octave manufacturer and he gave me these "specs" to insure minimum loss: 1) 1.5 meter at least 2) 75 Oh .......
85: DIY XLR analogue cable-How to connect the shield (4.32)
Posted by andy2667 on 2011-03-11, 18:59:06 (203.145.92.179)
Hi all, I want to DIY a balanced interconnect from my DAC to my TVC pre amp. Will be using the Gotham 10701 which is a 3 connector mic cable with double copper braid shield or similar cable. Could you .......
86: CoAx Digital IC Recos for Muse Gear? (4.32)
Posted by alexc on 2000-11-28, 18:02:37 (216.68.146.195)
My Muse Model 8 transport developed a recurring "skipping" problem and, after tow trips to Muse, a new power supply and a new laser, I ended up replacing it with a new unit. But..my Muse 296 DAC is a .......
87: Coax/Digital Cable /Interconnect? (4.32)
Posted by TonySee on 2006-04-04, 21:13:48 (202.128.20.89)
Just would like to know if i can use a diy interconnect cable from the "digital out" of my cdp to the Monica2 DAC? Am not a techie guy and would not know the difference between a coax used as intercon .......
88: Re: IC Recommendations for Passive System (4.30)
Posted by Duster on 2005-03-08, 11:59:17 (24.17.158.236)
VH Audio cryo'd Pulsar for both the passive pre and DAC. The most important issue of short length is between the passive pre and the amp, so a 6 inch length is a good thing :-) You can DIY or Chris wi .......
89: Agree on the whole... (4.29)
Posted by eagle1 on 2001-10-21, 12:27:13 (216.13.52.5)
Hi, After listening to the A3 CD Player in three diffferent system, I tend to thing that Alan is rigth. The A3 gives a hard egde to some recording that I didn't like. I can't comment on the DIO, but .......
90: Anyone with *extra* DIY IC's and Speaker Cable... (4.27)
Posted by Chuckster on 2001-04-20, 20:00:45 (12.89.12.184)
and, in the first place, would they be OK among the following: Sonic Frontiers SFP-1 Phono Stage; EVS DAC (Millenium 1A); Modified Foreplay Pre (C4S Board & Sweet Whispers Attenuators -20-50 dB config .......
91: More opines... (4.26)
Posted by Duster on 2005-10-11, 13:32:56 (24.17.146.229)
For your expressed needs; I recommend that you build a DIY Flavor 4 power cord for use on your transport (email me for DIY tips) if you wish to save money. Otherwise, buy it premade since it still off .......
92: RE: Should I replace RCA with BNC sockets (and use BNC interconnect for SPDIF)? (4.26)
Posted by RioTubes on 2009-07-25, 20:12:39 (76.94.2.5)
Since you are DIY inclined, you might first consider (if you haven't already) galvanically isolating your DAC from your computer and also consider RF issues as a computer is a noisy, RF-riddled enviro .......
93: terminating BNC cables--just how difficult is it? (4.26)
Posted by rhyno on 2001-08-30, 09:57:34 (204.154.239.45)
talking to my DAC mfg, he said that attaching a BNC connector for a DIY cable would require a $300 tool to do it properly---attaching BNCs is much more difficult than RCAs. is this true? or does anyon .......
94: Re: DIY Advice Needed (4.25)
Posted by DWal on 2003-03-18, 11:45:57 (67.75.131.101)
The nasty truth is that as you upgrade, you realize the most CDs are mastered for crap. A DAC unit actually comes in handy for those crap CDs, different modes will 'clean up' some renditions. Get your .......
95: I have and have also tried the following DIY used as a digital cable (4.24)
Posted by cdc on 2004-01-26, 02:06:10 (67.123.84.43)
The following list is what I have DIYed and prefer with my favorite at the top of the list to the least favorite at the bottom of the list. I have found similar results on several systems whether from .......
96: Re: Optical ST (glass) cables (4.22)
Posted by Starman on 1999-12-16, 05:44:11 (203.117.1.36)
I'm using a Wadia glass cable between my Genesis Lens and my Sonic Frontiers SFD-1 MkII DAC with very satisfying results. I preferred it to a DIY balanced cable that I was using. There was a subtle im .......
97: RE: CHINA ODIN POWER CABLES, SPEAKER CABLES & DIGITAL (4.22)
Posted by Joe Appierto on 2022-10-10, 00:47:40 (69.248.81.133)
I just ordered a pair of Ethernet cables from the AudioConnector Store which should arrive in a few weeks. They will be used to connect my router/modem to a PS Audio DirectStream DAC and an Oppo 10 .......
98: Monolithic Sound HC-2 Power Supplies Owners........ (4.22)
Posted by Jose Garcia on 2000-06-02, 13:29:34 (196.28.48.100)
Does anyone has changed the stock 18AWG power cords of these units to an aftermarket or DIY power cords with a beefier AWG? Have you just replaced the cables or do you have to do any internal modifica .......
99: Re: cool...(Just changed my moniker) (4.19)
Posted by Dantheman on 2004-06-03, 12:28:25 (142.161.123.192)
Hi Jack, just changed my moniker, too many spam to my hotmail account. Yes, Ack dAck is a great DAC for the money. I have not tried many digital cables, only a few, inluding DIY belden 1659A with/with .......
100: RE: I kept mine for more than 30 days because people here said (4.18)
Posted by wushuliu on 2010-08-18, 13:36:50 (151.194.21.170)
I figured what the hey and ordered 3 of the 14SE. Tried them out on my amp, blu ray, televisionm, and DAC. No dullness at all. Better than my stock 18awg cords, but about par w/ my DIY stuff. Works gr .......
101: Opinions wanted! DIY Homegrown SC-16 vs Kimber 8TC (4.15)
Posted by TWheeler on 2008-01-30, 06:26:37 (12.4.231.223)
I have searched high and low for silver speaker cables and the least expensive option I have found is DIY SC-16 from Homegrown. I currently run Kimber 8TC and would replace them with the SC-16, which .......
102: Power Cords, any rationally priced DIY options ? (4.14)
Posted by Fred J on 2006-01-14, 01:52:37 (24.159.230.169)
I checked the Archive here a couple of years ago looking for DIY PC recipe's and just about shit when i saw the recommended PC recipe's and found out the cost, YIKES ! :-( And beyond shielding, I ha .......
103: Re: Questions on ccc cables (4.13)
Posted by JonB on 2002-06-29, 14:03:52 (65.19.13.142)
I have tried cryogenically-treated, ccc wire braided, twisted, and spiraled but I didn't care for it in any configuration. Its sonic signature is similar to Radio Shack magnet wire though a bit more r .......
104: Re: PC suggestions for my new gear (4.13)
Posted by cdc on 2004-02-13, 17:47:58 (67.125.88.138)
I have a Zu Birth and have tried the ZU Bok. In the under $250 price range the best PC I have tried is the VH Audio Flavor 4. The Flavor 4 is better in just about everyway in my system on every piece .......
105: Re: help with choosing right cables (4.12)
Posted by ChrisVH on 2001-06-02, 11:27:40 (169.207.135.140)
I think your preamp might be the culprit. Maybe you can try finding some volume pots and run the system passive (directly from your DAC)? This would be an inexpensive way to find out if your source co .......
106: Re: Benchmark DAC1 to monoblocks, DIY cable/Risch options: HELP!! (4.12)
Posted by Jacques on 2005-09-03, 09:16:02 (81.56.144.181)
>>(c)make sure your DAC and your monoblocks are plugged onto the same mains circuit. If >>you can't assert it, just use an extension cord, but as long as they use 3-plug prongs, >> feed them from the .......
107: Re: DIY PC advice: cable for use with Oyaide P/C-079 for digital gear. (4.12)
Posted by Duster on 2006-05-26, 13:59:16 (24.17.157.133)
Based on the Furutech and Acrolink power cable's twisted triad designs; I expect they are better for analog applications (just my 2 cents). The VH Audio Flavor 1 (and Flavor 3 which is the non-grounde .......
108: Re: What Are Your Best DIY IC's And Experiences Leading To Them? (4.12)
Posted by BobM on 2003-02-28, 05:54:47 (167.230.38.7)
I definitely heard a difference between the Parts Connexion WBT clones (which are pretty good in their own right) and the Cardas SLVR's. I used the Parts Connextion RCA's for quite a while, and now re .......
109: RE: Cable/tube impact on sound (4.10)
Posted by Chris K. on 2014-02-21, 12:35:12 (71.100.212.179)
As others have suggested, what takes priority can be system dependent. My only experience on trying different tubes with my tube components is on my DAC. There, I would assess the tube change to be mo .......
110: New Black Mamba Power cables (4.10)
Posted by Kim S. on 2021-03-02, 04:29:01 (72.169.96.127)
Several weeks ago I inquired about new power cables for the digital part of my system. On the recommendation of Sondex and others I ended up getting the parts for 2 one meter Black Mamba cables for my .......
111: Built my own DIY cable with NeoTech components. (4.10)
Posted by Cougar on 2016-08-18, 21:08:23 (68.8.153.82)
My parts came in today and I built a new power cable for my BAT VK-30 preamp. Neotech NC-P313 Rhodium AC plug Neotech NC-P303 Rhoduim IEC plug Neotech NEP-3002 MKIII AC cable. These are nice quality c .......
112: PC's and Linn Gear , anyone have experience with..... (4.07)
Posted by agram on 2002-08-17, 16:40:44 (64.157.197.187)
trying after market diy or mfg'd power cords on Linn gear. I'm still a sceptic (thinking that SS equip with regulated {read in switching power supplies}) won't be affected by pc's. I'm using a Linn Mi .......
113: TOSLINK transmission distances (4.07)
Posted by LenQ on 2000-03-07, 21:32:27 (209.138.195.73)
Did a quick snoop around and found some specs on TOSLINK transmitters. All seem to be in the 5m to 10m range. I'd bet the stuff in most home electronics falls in the former camp. In other words, it ma .......
114: Digital RCA to BNC cable around $300 for a Chord DAC 64 (4.07)
Posted by A Koppel on 2003-01-07, 15:43:20 (80.25.248.90)
I looking for digital cable around $300 (RCA to BNC) to connect to a Chord DAC64. I want to upgrade from a Bolder cable DIY. I don't want to spend much more because the transport I am using will repla .......
115: Been enjoying Chinese audio gear for nearly two decades.... (4.06)
Posted by Ivan303 on 2018-12-13, 08:01:22 (76.26.102.219)
My original 300B SET amps were a from a kit cobbled together by DIY HIFI Supply in Hong Kong and with most all of hardware, iron and chassis parts sourced by Hong Kong resident and Canadian Audiophile .......
116: RE: +1 (nt) (4.05)
Posted by greg_filip on 2020-03-10, 02:31:54 (46.177.217.201)
Duster, I am about to move a newly renovated house with a dedicated music room which has been designed as close as possible to golden ratio but ultimately I don't know how the system will sound there .......
117: Re: DIY cable for CD to DAC? (4.04)
Posted by waybad1 on 2001-10-15, 11:05:40 (24.69.255.202)
I'll second the use of Belden 1506a for digital use. Together with canare crimp on connectors. Makes an exceptionally good SPDIF cable. If you can manage it try making the cable with an additional ext .......
118: RE: Canare Wire Question (4.03)
Posted by tvr2500m on 2007-07-26, 15:12:33 (65.78.8.172)
I'll raise a hand in favor of Canare coax. To help frame this, at least a little bit, I'm not a tweak- or DIY-meister, but I have tried a few different things and I keep the occasional eye on the twea .......
119: Problem - XLR to RCA adapter - kind request of opinion. (4.02)
Posted by beppe61 on 2005-08-07, 00:45:11 (212.171.168.39)
Dear Sir, I have to connect the XLR balanced outputs of my DAC to the RCA unbalanced inputs of my preamp. RS Components offers some nice Neutrik XLR-RCA adapters, and this is the first option. Another .......
120: REVIEW: DIY by Chris VenHaus DIY Mains Power Cables Cable (4.00)
Posted by niakapa on 2021-01-21, 19:11:07 (173.71.97.11)
Model: DIY Mains Power Cables Category: Cable Suggested Retail Price: $0 Description: DIY Mains Power Cables Manufacturer URL: DIY by Chris VenHaus Model Picture: View Review by niaka .......
121: Re: help - confused about diy power cords...... (4.00)
Posted by ChrisVH on 2001-08-31, 19:54:09 (169.207.133.148)
Not to confuse you any more, but you might want to check this out, too- especially if your transport and DAC do not require a safety ground (flavor 3). Physically separating the safety ground from the .......
122: RE: DIY Supra LoRad 2.5 Power Cord (3.99)
Posted by Crazy Dave on 2014-01-31, 13:33:41 (69.138.168.96)
Those Valab top of the line Carbon Fiber Aluminum Housing AC connectors are beautiful. My application would be a CD player rather than a a DAC and transport. I gather you still recommend the Supra LoR .......
123: Recommendations of Digital cables please (3.98)
Posted by Ivan on 2002-08-31, 19:17:11 (165.21.83.250)
Hi, I have been trying on digital cables between my cd transport to jitterbug to DAC. Have tried 1506A, 89259 (plain termination) and a few other branded cables. Impressed with the details and speed o .......
124: Two that work for me DIY, and you can buy assembled too (3.97)
Posted by bartc on 2009-05-07, 21:04:37 (207.200.116.66)
1) Chris Ven Haus' designs; 2) Alan Maher's designs. You'll find that they all have adherents here who are very happy with both of them. If you DIY, both are pretty good with advice as well, and Chris .......
125: Is Carda RCA (GRCM) OK for Digital Cable with 89259? (3.96)
Posted by rkquan on 2004-03-25, 11:56:38 (205.206.127.193)
Hi, can Carda GRCM be used to make a DIY digital cable with Belden 89259 for CD player to DAC? Its spec is: Cardas small RCA male, non-magnetic eutectic brass, Rhodium over Silver Plate. 7.5mm cable o .......
126: Re: DIY Power Cords ???? (3.96)
Posted by R Cook on 2000-04-06, 12:41:47 (24.213.51.196)
I put together this simple mains cable From the TNT Audio site after a friend brought his over. http://www.tnt-audio.com/clinica/mains_e.html You don't need the exact wire,I used a version from Rat Sh .......
127: Re: Is a Belden based digital Coaxial cable the way to go? (3.96)
Posted by Jon Risch on 2001-12-17, 18:55:45 (209.215.72.237)
I am very conservative with my comments on the sonic quality of the DIY cables I recommend or have designed. They often exceed the expectations of those who try them. The cables without the additiona .......
128: DIY I2S Cable and clueless (3.95)
Posted by John O. on 2002-08-18, 13:24:03 (12.64.134.222)
My transport / DAC has an I2S connection and I want to upgrade my $2 CAT5 cable to something nicer. Planning to use pure silver 23 ga. with teflon insulation terminated with RJ45. I have an option to .......
129: Digital cable recommendations for Marantz CD94 & AudioNote DAC 1 (3.93)
Posted by BTan on 2003-06-30, 19:47:41 (203.47.220.10)
I am currently using a DIY silver cable between my Marantz CD94 and Audio Note DAC1 sig. The cable is sounds open, transparent, detailed but a can sound hard in the highs. Am looking for a digital cab .......
130: RE: Great! (3.93)
Posted by zacster on 2022-09-12, 17:01:15 (68.199.119.236)
I may have to try one from preamp to amp. I currently have an Audioquest mid-range cable in there (I forget which), but I always wanted to try silver as I have from my DAC to preamp. Maybe this will b .......
131: RE: Recommendation for RCA interconnects (3.91)
Posted by Telstar on 2008-02-09, 18:18:10 (213.156.52.102)
I went with the G5 because I could not audition the Purenote. Well, I'm satisfied but not amazed. I was using a diy silver litz IC. More air, much more detail, more natural sound, better bass. But the .......
132: Hybrid silver/copper IC (3.91)
Posted by BobM on 2003-04-25, 06:56:01 (167.230.38.14)
I've used Jon Risch unshielded Belden 89259/89248 twist for some time. These are very good cables, but some people need the shielding. I've heard from others who have tried these that the only thing t .......
133: TVC (3.89)
Posted by ddriveman on 2003-12-13, 19:52:44 (203.125.176.220)
JimBop, I agree with you. I have a DIY Django TVC using the S&B TX102 transformers as used in the Bent Audio preamp. I like it a lot. Still looking for a little more zing and dynamics. I guess I am tr .......
134: Re: DIY AES/EBU Digital Cable (3.88)
Posted by badman on 2001-04-07, 19:52:01 (128.6.246.2)
AES/EBU is an interface with a balanced connection. Better Noise rejection and some other aspects come into play, a superior digital interface than the spdif used on RCA or BNC jacks. You'd need a big .......
135: What is the sound of new, un-broked-in, 19264 based, power cable ? (3.87)
Posted by gurevise on 2003-03-13, 06:35:32 (64.214.120.194)
Guys, I have just installed DIY, Belden 19364 + Maringo plugs, power cables for Theta DAC and JVC CD transport. My system lost all warmth and body it had. Sound has become less relaxed. Question: Is t .......
136: to andy and mistergroovy (3.84)
Posted by BobP on 2004-03-09, 09:36:33 (66.241.132.98)
Hi guys, I like to tinker with cheap stuff and take great pride when I can make something out of thin air. (LOVE the funny face my friends make when I improve the sound of their equipment but refuse t .......
137: Purist Audio Musaeus vs. HGA Silver Lace (3.82)
Posted by kgturner on 2006-06-28, 06:20:37 (216.226.180.3)
i'm contemplating these two cables to re-wire my 2 channel system. both have received excellent user feedback and they're in the same price range as i don't intend to DIY the HGA cables. has anybody h .......
138: RE: Looking for quality solderless XLR 3-pin connectors for a project (3.81)
Posted by cdc on 2023-07-13, 11:58:54 (73.15.9.55)
I think you are thinking of a star grounding scheme. The name used "ground box" for these devices are misleading. They are not used as grounding devices. If one chooses they could be used as a sing .......
139: Cable suggestions please for "the odd guy" ;) (3.80)
Posted by Neil on 2001-09-05, 19:00:44 (24.7.51.44)
Hi folks, Im seeking some help in choosing the appropriate* level of quality (no overkill, no skimping) cables for my system, which is a bit unusual as far as what most people posting run here . I loo .......
140: Re: DIY Silver ICs - failed (Chris and other experienced) (3.79)
Posted by ChrisVH on 1999-12-27, 13:17:17 (169.207.134.19)
You have an awful lot of variables here, but I'll give it a shot: 1) Give them 40 hours to break in. 2) The connectors you used are nice Teflon insulated, so there shouldn't be a problem with the conn .......
141: DIY VH Audio-V Twist Cu- 24 XLR Cables for my new Oppo Sonica Dac... (3.78)
Posted by RadioWonder on 2017-08-07, 15:51:45 (67.1.204.248)
Using Neutrik NC3XX Series XLR 3-pin Connector, Nickel Shell, Silver Contacts... Love the sound of Silver and VH Audio-V Twist Cu- 24... :) Conditioning them on my Audiodharma Cable Cooker for several .......
142: Re: Is there 50 Ohm RCA cables? (3.78)
Posted by Gelu on 2003-04-13, 10:25:04 (131.215.36.139)
Many thanks! In fact, I've been using Belden 89259 coax terminated with Canare 75 Ohm RCAs. And then suddenly I found my DAC has RCA output of ~ 50 Ohm impedance. I still doubt a little that RCA plug' .......
143: RE: What cable to use for diy Subwoofer ICs ? (3.78)
Posted by SteveLim on 2008-01-02, 22:51:03 (57.73.16.6)
Hi Jon , Great to have your response. Thanks! Yes, i hear your reasoning about the center conductor diameter and smearing. I thought that that applied only to audio signals (i.e. analogue ICs) which .......
144: I opted for the DIY route.... (3.77)
Posted by scienceguy100@hotmail.com on 2003-05-27, 17:12:03 (68.8.162.72)
and thus cannot return them. I saved 50 bucks in one respect... but Im sure I can sell them on audiogon for what I Paid or close to it... for those who dont know, HGA gives the option of putting the " .......
145: Re: DIY digital cable and BNC connectors (3.76)
Posted by pburke on 2005-07-07, 11:30:51 (144.92.40.31)
I can highly recommend the Belden/Canare BNC/BNC cables sold by bluejeanscables.com - you can't build them yourself any cheaper unless you already have the expensive crimping tool needed. Not much to .......
146: What makes a good digital cable (3.75)
Posted by eduardoo on 2008-12-22, 17:39:53 (203.174.59.158)
I will soon DIY a digital cable for use between a Squeezebox and a DAC. From what I understand, a SPDIF cable is supposed to be a simple 75ohm coaxial, but I have also seen many commercial products t .......
147: RE: Why do you need a special cable? (3.75)
Posted by Brad225 on 2024-04-13, 12:31:26 (47.203.242.79)
Thanks Mike. All of my front end receives power through a TrippLite power back up with pure sine wave. Then to a DC blocker and onto a Shunyata Hydra. I finished up a 10 awg DIY cable to my disk play .......
148: I found this tweak in the DIY/Tweak Forum (3.74)
Posted by Kevin P on 2001-05-22, 22:49:37 (24.4.255.46)
You never know when a valuable post will come in handy. Check out this link: http://www.acousticsfirst.com/images/cbs1.jpg You will notice the very effective high frequency attenuators over the speake .......
149: I have a pair of the DIY Quattro Fil here right now & the real QF too. (3.74)
Posted by blazter on 2002-07-11, 17:08:37 (152.163.188.5)
Thanks for letting me know what I always heard was true about internal conductors being THE SAME! Nice to know now how to build a set of the ICs myself if I ever get that third system up and running ( .......
150: Re: Benchmark DAC1 to monoblocks, DIY cable/Risch options: HELP!! (3.74)
Posted by sas on 2005-09-03, 04:20:42 (158.50.204.4)
Thanks Jacques for such a CLEAR answer! "(a) the shorter the speaker wires the better." - That's what I suspected, given that have a balanced option. "(b) for connection, see my post stated below." - .......
151: RE: DIY V-Twist/V-Quad USB Cable Project (3.74)
Posted by mr.bear on 2020-05-23, 12:05:30 (69.254.139.9)
D- that's a brilliant design. I am assuming the 'linear' power supply alternate would seriously benefit devices that had been powered solely via the source's USB 5v. Since my DAC (Schiit Bofrost Multi .......
152: Crump Power Cord experience and a nice surprise (3.73)
Posted by LKDog on 2003-01-22, 13:12:52 (172.150.10.90)
Just had to comment on my experience so far with the Bob Crump design power cord. I made one up (minus the Schurter IEC replacement) from the Volex 17604 and am using the Pass and Seymour 5266 X plug. .......
153: RE: Who makes "Asylum" power cords? (3.73)
Posted by Duster on 2010-06-10, 11:38:46 (24.17.163.213)
For use in a second system, I built a few DIY power cords with bulk length Oyaide PA-23 cable terminated with Oyaide AC connectors and think quite highly of the cable for the price. The pre-terminated .......
154: RE: Depraved Heresy (3.73)
Posted by Ric on 2020-08-29, 06:39:06 (50.0.252.75)
I don't know, maybe the caveat should be, "the more you hear, the more you want to hear". I confess that rca cables were the weakest area of my system--and that's with an integrated amp! Perhaps we ca .......
155: $200 Interconnect Recommendation (3.72)
Posted by jeffx on 2014-12-30, 05:42:02 (99.21.189.91)
I am assembling a system for my brother and am looking for thoughts and/or suggestions for some +/- $200 1 meter interconnects. I am open to new, used and DIY. The speakers are Klipschorns with modifi .......
156: Re: surprised by I.C. change magnitude (3.71)
Posted by badman on 2001-04-07, 18:45:08 (128.6.246.2)
I just stuck ferrites on all non-audio power cords in my bedroom (which also serves as my listening room), replaced some of the now-infamous orange Hospital grade levitons with Pass/Seymour 5242, remo .......
157: Bought my first new decent cables in 10 years (3.71)
Posted by zacster on 2018-10-02, 08:21:46 (24.38.204.140)
Bought an AQ Golden Gate RCA cable for my new DAC and I'll have to say it made the sound more transparent compared to the Bottlehead cables I'd used with it for the first week. It makes me want to buy .......
158: not especially expensive... (3.70)
Posted by Duster on 2005-10-20, 14:48:20 (24.17.146.229)
For your CDP's needs; an XLO Reference 2 Type 10A power cord is excellent for digital, and sells for under $100 used (it's a favorite power cord for my DAC). Here's a low-cost DIY version for sale (se .......
159: Can a frozen Chinese carp eat a shark? (3.70)
Posted by Psychicanimal on 2003-03-09, 17:11:41 (207.12.171.128)
This afternoon I did another shootout of BMI products vs the Absolute Power Cord. This time the *Shark* was included. Could a mere Chinese carp outperform the fearsome Shark? The purpose of posting th .......
160: Re: HT Centric POV (3.69)
Posted by Jon Risch on 2003-02-22, 07:06:43 (67.213.144.182)
RE the Tributaries issue, see: http://www.AudioAsylum.com/audio/cables/messages/69052.html [ Also, explain to me why Zip chord isn't good enough? ] Either you are being redundantly facetious, or you d .......
161: Re: Pls. Suggest Digital Interconnect Audio Note Transport/DAC (3.69)
Posted by RKPhillips on 2003-04-06, 19:19:17 (24.163.167.224)
Several companies reecommend 1.5m lengths as the ideal length. I believe it has to do with their assumption that reflections are minimized with that length cable, hence better sound. I have owned seve .......
162: Does digital cable have the least sonic influence of all the cables? (3.69)
Posted by Miles on 2001-02-18, 15:26:31 (24.49.23.77)
I changed my speaker wire to Analyst Pro and it made a huge difference. I changed my IC's to DIY ala risch and they made a significant difference. I've tried 3 digital cables to the MSB DAC(full build .......
163: Help me pick my DIY IC... (3.69)
Posted by KenLand on 2002-08-09, 14:14:57 (207.189.29.178)
I've narrowed my choice to: For my golden connection: 1. Eichmann Bullets w/ Pure Silver wire and teflon sheeth 2. Cardas GRCM w/ Belden 89529 I am handy (enough) with solder but don't want any heavy .......
164: DIY Digital Interconnect similar to Max Rochlin (3.68)
Posted by Foxyb on 2005-03-31, 00:43:16 (62.172.140.6)
I have just built a cable using a Drakka Cardinal low loss serial digital cable and Canare 75 ohm phono plugs (from Canford.co.uk) as a Digital interconnect between my Transport and DAC. It is brillia .......
165: Chris VH IC shielding - please advise (3.67)
Posted by shmulik on 2000-03-05, 07:40:01 (199.203.80.158)
I have built two pairs of VH design not long ago and installed them between my DAC and (passive) pre and between the pre and power monoblocks (tubes - EAR509). Besides the improved sound I have experi .......
166: Replacing all stock cables! (3.65)
Posted by Nutterz on 2019-02-22, 12:34:31 (184.151.36.26)
I've been lurking in the shadows for a week reading all the excellent posts on cable asylum. I know I need to replace my stock power cables (equipment list below) but I'm not sure where to start. Any .......
167: Re: DIY 75-ohm RG series Interconnect: first impressions (3.65)
Posted by pburke on 2006-04-14, 11:01:13 (144.92.40.31)
Some suggestions to further SPDIF experimenting. We're talking 75 ohm interconnects here, right? So why do people use the WRONG connectors? Just because Monster sold you an RCA-RCA IC years ago doesn' .......
168: Silver II . (3.65)
Posted by lampa on 2000-11-04, 18:27:18 (63.25.170.130)
I just pick-up 1000ft spool silver wires 16AWG 19 strands in teflon military grade price well is a 100$ not bad I think.Few week before I make my first DIY IC cable use this wire on plus and 18AWG mag .......
169: connector for DC cable (3.64)
Posted by paco on 2015-06-03, 12:13:55 (81.202.47.219)
hi there, a new PSU for my DAC is reaching me in a couple of days; i'm planning to replace the stock DC cable by a new, DIY one; for cable i'll use some shielded IC, and for plug i'll use the .......
170: That's great to hear... (3.64)
Posted by darkmoebius on 2005-10-13, 12:39:24 (68.4.36.158)
I am going to try a set of the 2+2 litz IC's between my DAC/TT, Art Audio PX-25 & Welborne 300B DRD SET's, then the 5+5 strand litz to my Cain & Cain IM-Bens. Too bad Chimera doesn't sell DIY parts an .......
171: Re: Eichmann AC PC vs VH Flavor 4pc gold wattgate. (3.61)
Posted by cdc on 2004-09-21, 22:00:20 (67.125.88.89)
I have not auditioned any Eichmann PCs. I have had fairly extensive experience with VH Audio Flavor 4 PCs. The ones I have in my system (two total) are DIY, cryoed and with Furutech gold plugs. I used .......
172: Of course (3.60)
Posted by madisonears on 2019-07-06, 18:09:10 (24.178.22.54)
I have run balanced inputs to various power amps over the past 30 years and balanced inputs from CD/SACD player or DAC to preamp for the past 15. I have experimented with quite a few different materia .......
173: Re: Can You DIY? (3.57)
Posted by rwatson on 2001-09-22, 21:10:40 (24.129.7.33)
The sharpness and color balance improved and I found no down side at all. My true test was my teenagers, without prompting, even noticed the picture looked better. As far as the 9000ES as an audio sou .......
174: RE: DIY silver USB cables (3.57)
Posted by Duster on 2017-08-07, 15:51:37 (73.157.15.7)
Nice job, Dave Garretson; glad to see folks experimenting with DIY usb cable projects. BTW, the characteristic impedance of a usb digital interface is 90 ohms. Not sure what the tolerance is, .......
175: Calling Chris VenHaus,,,,, Diy mains Cables?????? (3.56)
Posted by Julien43 on 2002-06-06, 23:02:21 (24.74.58.104)
I am using a Bi-wire set of your Cat5 speaker cables and two pairs of your Fine Silver ICs from my Pre to my Bi-amp setup. They are so transparent that I could easlly hear the differance between two d .......
176: Addendum: TDK NF-C09 Digital Noise Absorber (3.52)
Posted by Duster on 2011-04-14, 19:33:53 (24.17.164.100)
Image: TDK NF-C09 Digital Noise Absorber As many audiophiles have already found, ferrite beads most often fail to deliver improved sonics without major sonic degradation when clamped on the end .......
177: Re: I agree, I have 3 of those in my system (3.49)
Posted by zanash on 2002-10-07, 10:49:50 (62.254.0.9)
My DIY power cord have provided extra depth to the sound stage and as been mentioned by the "troll" a more dynamic sound. I have no axes to grind on this issue ............but its always the same some .......
178: Re: Hmmmmm..... (3.49)
Posted by One Dark Cat on 2000-12-04, 12:09:39 (204.133.173.194)
It's funny that you say that about the CV4 because I got it and some 2000 MIT T3 interconnects because of how bright a previous receiver was in my system. It was brutally harsh. This new Sony V333ES i .......
179: DIY specialty balanced cable (3.49)
Posted by johnvb on 2018-09-29, 18:55:05 (70.160.150.205)
I'm getting ready to change to a new preamp in my system, a Wyred4Sound mPRE, to drive the W4S mAMPS power amps that I have been running for a year now. The mPRE is said to be a fully balanced design. .......
180: Recommendation for RCA interconnects (3.48)
Posted by Telstar on 2008-01-21, 04:06:05 (213.156.52.102)
After a few upgrades, this is the current chain, of which i'm satisfied. The interconnects are the weak link. The digital cable seem to be good enough for now. CD Transport: Teac VRDS 10se (with Trent .......
181: A recommendation for a premium bulk Japanese cable... (3.41)
Posted by gordan on 2016-02-15, 12:45:29 (24.135.98.125)
I'm heading to Japan in about a month or so and this time I set myself a task to buy some quantities of bulk top end Japanese cables for various interconnects I plan to DIY. I'm pretty much fed up usi .......
182: Tempo Electric Silver Solid Core (3.40)
Posted by Charlie8521 on 2015-02-11, 12:06:50 (99.8.82.107)
After doing a fair amount of research on DIY cables, I've just ordered a pair of Tempo Electric Silver Solid Core speaker cables. Their design approach seemed very interesting and they have a host of .......
183: thinking of DIY cabling...gauge recommendations? (3.40)
Posted by kgturner on 2008-05-03, 09:40:09 (12.210.144.121)
i'm thinking about making my own interconnects and speaker cables for my system. at this point, i'm leaning towards 26 gauge single strand solid silver/unbleached cotton for the IC's (with eichmann bu .......
184: Re: Anyone compared 89259 to MIT-330 & MIT-330 Plus? (3.39)
Posted by mhamilton on 2000-05-31, 09:11:24 (209.31.40.146)
I have MIT 330 Ultra Linear II ( I am pretty sure they are copper) and they are "tighter" maybe "brighter" than most coax I've tried. I have used Belden 8214 coax and it is warmer sounding but not as .......
185: RE: Bang for buck (for DAC) ($75 power cord (3.39)
Posted by Duster on 2014-02-28, 13:50:21 (76.104.217.128)
IME, this is the lowest priced bang-for-the buck DIY option within your budget for low-current digital gear, and it's very easy to terminate. I would suggest that you don't select Supra AC connectors .......
186: DIY Audio Alchemy DC Umbilical (3.39)
Posted by Duster on 2016-11-13, 09:16:16 (73.239.106.81)
Yet another DIY DC umbilical in the works. It's never too late to improve this aspect, even for use with one of the first outboard DACs to popularize digital front end separates back .......
187: silver lace (3.38)
Posted by BS64 on 2001-05-31, 08:37:20 (204.85.13.241)
The Silver Lace has more conductors than the Super Silver; both are all silver. The Silver Solution braid is a copper/silver hybrid. After reading several favorable posts about HGA in this forum, I or .......
188: Re: Can i also use it to make Digital IC ? Yes but.... (3.37)
Posted by SteveLim on 2007-02-26, 17:52:06 (57.72.66.20)
Thanks so much for your kind support. Regarding the point i read about that Andrew Heliax cable takes a long time (3weeks)to burn-in, and that when the cable is re-positioned and bent, it becomes "un .......
189: RE: Balanced XLR to unbalanced RCA DIY cable (3.32)
Posted by raphsdad on 2008-10-22, 03:22:00 (193.203.83.22)
I made a pair of these the other night and they work perfectly. Your suggestion sounds fine. My cables run the other way, unbalanced DAC to balanced amplifier. I used a twin cable with shield. I conne .......
190: Re: What Are Your Best DIY IC's And Experiences Leading To Them? (3.30)
Posted by BobM on 2003-02-26, 11:01:41 (167.230.38.7)
I started out with the plain 89259 coax, then made Jon's 89259/89248 twisted pair (unshielded). I needed a bit more air and "tingle" at the top end so I began experimenting with silver in many differe .......
191: REVIEW: Furutech FS Alpha 36 Speaker Cable (DIY) Cable (3.29)
Posted by niakapa on 2021-02-25, 21:27:31 (173.71.97.11)
Model: FS Alpha 36 Speaker Cable (DIY) Category: Cable Suggested Retail Price: US$125/meter Description: Speaker Cable for DIY use, supposedly similar to Furutech Reference III Manufacturer .......
192: Re: Mapleshade Clearview Golden Helix: Kiran (3.28)
Posted by Jeff Starr on 2000-09-10, 20:43:12 (4.4.121.93)
Kiran, sorry I took so long to get back to you, but I wasn't sure what I could add to the above post. Yes I got the second run and my concerns about the bass were unfounded. Bass is solid with no bloa .......
193: Airsine and other power cables to shortlist (3.26)
Posted by loftarasa on 2014-05-12, 10:57:16 (54.240.196.185)
Hi, I have an ATC P1 power amp (using VH Flavor 4) and NAD M51 DAC (using Neotech NEP-3001), both with Furutech FI-11G connectors. Having compared various other cables at lower price points, these are .......
194: Re: Cable Differences (3.26)
Posted by Duster on 2004-08-12, 07:48:16 (67.160.38.27)
Think of a digital cable as being like a video cable, both are of the same family and are *not* designed to carry an analog audio signal, which a typical pair of stereo audio interconnects are designe .......
195: Help! No experience with USB cables..... (3.25)
Posted by Racebrewer@gmail.com on 2021-09-22, 16:28:10 (173.59.217.133)
Hi, I just picked up an IFI Zen Signature DAC and Can headphone amp set. I'll be using them with my Fiio M11 digital audio player and laptop as sources. To get everything up and working I Amazon'd a c .......
196: Re: Gold/silver/copper alloy. Anyone? (3.25)
Posted by cdc on 2004-02-03, 05:39:15 (67.123.84.43)
Have been using the gold alloy in DIY audio projects for the the last 9-10 months. Also have 2 of the Z-Squared Au/Au PCs with Furutech gold plugs. And a pair of their Au/Au IC. IME for audio applicat .......
197: RE: Monoprice Monolith USB Cable Report (3.25)
Posted by pixelphoto on 2019-05-26, 22:44:30 (108.210.70.243)
Duster, old guy 42... As I mentioned in another post I now have two of the Monolith cables connected via a USB coupler from my Mac Mini to my DAC. Today was the fourth day they've been burning in. Onc .......
198: Apogee Wyde Eye Arrived (3.24)
Posted by Jeff Starr on 2000-09-14, 08:49:00 (63.27.252.81)
Well, I've had the cable in now for about 21 hours and have some preliminary thoughts. I'm using a CAL Delta transport that allows me to have both cables hooked up at the same time. Owners manual says .......
199: RE: connecting components directly to romex dedicated power lines (3.24)
Posted by tpaxadpom on 2013-01-19, 22:37:15 (174.25.59.137)
Ok today I decided to give it a shot. Removed Marinco iec plug from DIY cable and installed it on 10 gauge Romex from the wall. I only tried on my dac. The sound was relaxed, transparent with no fatig .......
200: Nordost Blue Haven vrs Chris VenHaus DIY Interconnects (3.23)
Posted by RayJRop on 2003-10-14, 14:52:45 (12.89.8.203)
Hi, Has anyone compared these two ICs?I have the blue havens and I like them a lot.They are quite dynamic w/good tight powerfull bass and midbass.Mids seem fine.They are a touch bright in my syste .......
Found 200 records in Computer Audio Asylum.
1: RE: +1 DIY is great if you have lots of time on your hands.... (7.98)
Posted by Dynobot on 2017-03-16, 04:16:24 (206.209.101.51)
Well I can't claim to have decades of DIY experience but these days DIY projects like cobbling together a RPi or even a PS probably takes less than 1 hour, even for the novice. Nothing wrong with buyi .......
2: Re: SB2 vs. USB DAC (7.98)
Posted by wacomme on 2005-08-10, 10:21:28 (70.32.149.62)
Riotubes, Thank you very much for your reply. I gain tidbits of information here and there, but your post has helped me solidify the overall synthesis of my objective — the best PC audio sound. Now fo .......
3: anybody tried DIY USB DAC? (7.93)
Posted by glassear on 2005-02-08, 11:16:07 (66.167.220.119)
I have been looking for a DIY DAC design which has USB input. I've found plenty of info on the DAC part but not much on adding USB. Does anyone have any info regarding that (adding USB and a USB contr .......
4: RE: Metric-Halo ULN/LIO-8 vs. Audiophile DACs ? (7.44)
Posted by ackcheng on 2011-10-30, 07:20:08 (116.48.92.87)
Hi Soundcheck, Are you comparing a Pro DAC vs Audiophile DAC or are you comparing to a DIY DAC? I started with DIY DAC many years ago and tried many designs, but I have no way to tell if the implement .......
5: a good read (7.43)
Posted by Joe Murphy Jr on 2011-02-05, 02:32:12 (24.179.58.245)
But quite long! It's mostly about integrating a DIY DAC with computer audio via USB (there are a few pictures). Comments re: getting asyncUSB to a DAC and the upcoming Twisted Pear Audio asyncUSB-to- .......
6: DIY Component source? (7.16)
Posted by pixpop on 2005-01-17, 22:20:34 (67.101.104.210)
I'm looking for SPDIF/DAC components for a couple of DIY projects, and am having trouble locating parts. I'm looking for the CP8412 SPDIF receiver, and the AD1892 DAC specifically. I've tried Digikey .......
7: RE: Cut-Throat, is the Allo still the streaming solution to get? (7.09)
Posted by soundchekk on 2018-07-26, 00:55:03 (109.91.38.111)
I'm part of the integrator/tester/reviewer group who received early production samples of the Katana DAC. Since about two weeks I have that DAC on the table. We have been discussing this DAC and featu .......
8: RE: Allo Katana DAC for Raspberry Pi ? (6.84)
Posted by soundchekk on 2018-08-17, 10:26:19 (109.91.38.215)
Allo targets the big boys competition out there with the Katana. A complete setup (DAC/PI/PS/isolator) will cost around $500. That's a hell lot of money for a DIY setup. And that's one of the main rea .......
9: Chime DAC from Hagerman (6.82)
Posted by Markhh2 on 2005-09-27, 11:01:07 (134.67.6.3)
Check out the Chime from Hagerman Tech. http://www.hagtech.com/chime.html DIY DAC with USB and 2 coax inputs and a volume control. Sounds like you can handle the DIY part and the voume control would f .......
10: RE: Topping D90 DAC arrived. Initial impressions..... (6.58)
Posted by AbeCollins on 2020-07-09, 07:36:24 (73.78.200.105)
"Finally you're catching up..." Not really. I would say that some low cost DACs and DIY streamers are finally catching up. I have another DAC that is 5 years old which I still prefer over my Topping .......
11: Re: How about listing your PC audio playback chain: (6.56)
Posted by John Swenson on 2006-08-02, 12:50:53 (147.145.40.44)
I have an old K6 266 PC as server with a 256gig Seagate running linux (Damn Small Linux) with slimserver. Cat5 to listening room. Fanless miniITX system also running DSL and squeezeslave (SqueezeBox e .......
12: RE: Android - USB Audio Player Pro - Now with UPNP (6.55)
Posted by soundchekk on 2015-06-27, 00:16:24 (62.143.178.97)
I don't use my G3 as transport in my main systems. I'm just following up on options that come with this device. The UAPP UPNP feature is afaik the first solution under Android that lets you stream bi .......
13: That is a very interesting project. (6.55)
Posted by orpheus on 2010-05-20, 09:35:18 (24.189.30.3)
Thank you for taking the time to explain your DAC, that is very intriguing work. I have built a Hagerman Chime, which is BB1794 + Tube output stage based, and it is an excellent sounding DAC. I bet th .......
14: He has commented on his approach before (6.52)
Posted by E-Stat on 2017-05-13, 07:28:25 (206.255.201.108)
Click here to view his perspective of DIY nirvana. There are links to his projects on DIY Audio. Short answer- likes running Moode on a RPI2 with HAT based Mamboberry i2s DAC using a capacitor supple .......
15: RE: Altmann DAC: The one and only Cplay DAC? (6.44)
Posted by fmak on 2008-12-29, 23:46:04 (213.7.110.120)
Maybe, but I don't want a dac board presssed onto a piece of wood with switches poking out! DIY has its limits. .......
16: RE: Audioquest Dragonfly 1.2 - My early experiences (6.16)
Posted by Bob_C on 2014-04-16, 14:29:05 (98.116.149.81)
"My reference is a 99€ battery driven DIY DAC with PCM5102 DAC and XMOS receiver from JLsounds.com. It also gives me SPDIF and I2S outputs." What is your opinion on this DAC? .......
17: RE: Not being a Codec Kid, and not a DIY guy, I just opted for the Audiolab 6000N. At some point, (5.90)
Posted by zacster on 2020-09-09, 10:23:30 (68.199.119.236)
DIY involves a soldering iron or a table saw, there's really not much to DIY here. All you do is download a file and burn it to a micro SD (camera) card. My iMac, TV and camera all have a slot for SD, .......
18: I disagree, most will see it as a good value (5.84)
Posted by hermanesque on 2009-01-11, 10:42:32 (68.179.167.19)
but here in computer audio many good things are free [foobar, winamp, cplay...] and a little knowledge pays big dividends [diy building computers, tweaking OS's, understanding latencies, and hardware .......
19: RE: The first (5.78)
Posted by Tony Lauck on 2012-10-03, 09:13:55 (65.19.76.104)
How did you clock your SABRE DAC when it was playing DSD? Specifically how were the transport and DAC clocks kept synchronized? I ask because perhaps this information is available with your DIY DAC. I .......
20: USB DAC diy kits?? (5.77)
Posted by Frank25 on 2006-03-23, 08:59:58 (69.123.4.32)
Anyone make a reasonably priced USB dac kit? .......
21: Re: USB DAC diy kits?? (5.73)
Posted by JB on 2006-04-01, 13:01:38 (207.206.223.155)
Shane where is the tentclock located in the DAC . does it reclock the data to a lower jitter standard or what does it do . Joe .......
22: RE: Good Bye USB Audio (5.72)
Posted by soundchekk on 2016-02-15, 01:30:53 (37.24.214.91)
In the meantime I've been tweaking the HifiBerry DAC+ Pro. Project info you'll find over @ DIY-Audio Bottom line: My initial enthusiasm has not been fading away. It's actually been growing by the day .......
23: Don't go portable (5.71)
Posted by E-Stat on 2018-01-12, 13:27:28 (206.255.198.236)
I use either the inexpensive Jameco linear when I'm lazy or a Jockery Giant when I want the best results. After learning of the value of using a low inductance star quad DC cable from John Swenson, I .......
24: Some further detail on DAC & I2s interface... (5.71)
Posted by RioTubes on 2005-06-29, 09:03:36 (164.67.112.125)
John, I've tried to obtain more detail about the I2S interface of my dac. Because it uses 2 Philips TDA1541A IC's, it is the *Philips* I2S format (but I'm sure you know that). I found a thread in whic .......
25: RE: nice! (5.70)
Posted by RobertWStephens on 2007-08-12, 06:51:34 (72.90.97.4)
It is his newest DAC with output caps. No tubes. I used some Auricaps that I had lying around. I bought the bare board and ordered the parts. I can solder pretty well but have never messed with surfac .......
26: RE: pi dac instructions?? (5.69)
Posted by AbeCollins on 2016-06-30, 07:19:59 (148.87.67.203)
Seems like a good way to DIY one's own microRendu of sorts, w or w/o built-in DAC for much less $$. I think I've seen some "Roon ready" implementations but haven't read up on it. Thanks. .......
27: Tubed CDP sounds better than Soundcard analog out, what a shocker... (5.68)
Posted by Yashu on 2007-04-26, 13:45:38 (69.151.204.234)
You definately need an external DAC. Is there a way to use the DAC in the CDP? You are a DIY modder, can you mod the CDP to accept digital signal from the PC? The most logical advice would be to just .......
28: Re: how much is the twin dac? (5.67)
Posted by jusbe on 2005-09-30, 15:42:26 (84.92.130.166)
Bert Doppenberg's Oris site has it listed as 1,579 Euros with AC; the 'battery management system' is priced at 679 Euros and can be added later if desired. There is also some familiar info on USB/PC u .......
29: RE: DIY tweaks to clocks on motherboard? (5.66)
Posted by AbeCollins on 2013-07-18, 07:55:33 (108.184.84.175)
No need to upgrade the mb clocks in my opinion when using an external DAC and ASYNC USB and the DAC's internal clock. .......
30: RE: Cut-Throat, is the Allo still the streaming solution to get? (5.54)
Posted by soundchekk on 2018-07-16, 09:36:40 (109.91.38.226)
T's gonna be a nice gift. You should put at least an e.g. iFi iPower to the list for powering the Boss2. I'm running a Kali+Piano2.1 hooked up to an iFi iPower and a proper SW setup. And to be honest .......
31: Various TDA1541 DIY projects... (5.52)
Posted by RioTubes on 2005-10-08, 09:39:37 (70.36.204.170)
Check out the following TDA1541 DIY projects: http://users.verat.net/~pedjarogic/audio/tda1541a_dac/tda1541a_dac_rev.htm http://www.tnt-audio.com/clinica/tnt1541_e.html http://www.fortunecity.com/rive .......
32: Re: This is what I have and what I want to do.. tell me what else I need. (5.48)
Posted by wacomme on 2005-07-21, 11:14:01 (70.32.149.62)
The $60 USB DAC kits are not in stock. I've emailed the people in China and have received a reply saying that I can purchase a kit when they are restocked -- no time frame. Has anyone made one of thes .......
33: RE: EVS Ground Enhancer tweak a month or so down the line? (5.48)
Posted by theob on 2011-01-01, 05:45:27 (68.43.175.110)
I'm still experimenting. I started with 20" of kk 4tc hanging off of my mid bass and e-panel negative terminals and it was a revelation...just as BudP said (check out the thread in DIY audio). I have .......
34: RE: To each his own (5.42)
Posted by soundchekk on 2017-10-09, 09:31:13 (109.91.250.138)
Yep. Fair enough. I tried several linears and that got me a step back in comparison. I mentioned that more than once. I also switched onboard regulators, buffer and filter caps, clocking scheme asf. a .......
35: RE: Audiquest DragonFly USB DAC (5.42)
Posted by Bob_C on 2012-07-01, 14:14:54 (98.116.149.15)
Merc, That ESS chip with a good USB connection is pretty nice. :) I am listening DIY one battery powered driven by a HiFace. Pretty amazing actually. John Kenny does a DAC with that chip. He also ha .......
36: Now here's an interesting USB device... (5.40)
Posted by RioTubes on 2005-07-01, 23:05:23 (68.66.68.41)
...for inmates who are DIY'r inclined. Stumbled across this page while googling for *usb interface for Dac*. Just another usb converter offering spdif and optical out? Already plenty of good ones from .......
37: RE: Modernizing with WiiM Mini or? (5.39)
Posted by DIY John on 2022-11-27, 09:36:01 (66.85.230.250)
Apparently it might be a challenge! I'll let you know. Do you have the WiiM? How is the interface APP? How is the internal DAC sound? Do you use an external DAC with it? Thanks, John .......
38: Which cheap USB DAC uses the BB PCM2707? (5.38)
Posted by Thorsten on 2005-03-22, 10:51:00 (62.6.139.10)
Folks, I want to play around a little, anyone know a cheap Device using the 2707? That should allow easily to get an I2S Output from USB for a DIY DAC.... Ciao T .......
39: Audio end of an HTPC (5.35)
Posted by solbergg on 2006-04-20, 12:33:16 (72.153.221.28)
Hey all, I've spent about 3 hours trying to figure out what the best DAC setup for a home theater pc would be. I apologize that this question has been asked a million times before, but it seems the .......
40: RE: Do you think it's better to upsample at all? (5.33)
Posted by Dawnrazor on 2023-09-06, 09:23:38 (108.234.77.201)
Sorry you had some stuff. Hopefully you are recovered and doing well. You are braver than I am with all that DIY. CMP2 was the extent of the diy really. The border patrol you would really like. Its go .......
41: RE: laptop and usb dac questions (5.32)
Posted by Kamigo on 2007-06-25, 21:51:53 (207.112.43.181)
I use a low end Dell laptop with Foobar as my player, Asio4all to bypass the Windows audio controls and I copied all my CDs onto hard drive with EAC. The speed of the laptop is unimportant. Mine is a .......
42: Re: cdp as dac (5.29)
Posted by pburke on 2006-04-07, 09:35:42 (144.92.40.31)
why would you BUY a CD player to do what a DAC can do? I think he was recycling his CD player because it wasn't needed any longer. It's a lot easier to hook a DAC to a PC than a player, since players .......
43: RE: Sound Quality Changes caused by Sata cables. (5.28)
Posted by AbeCollins on 2014-07-06, 14:59:58 (73.34.22.109)
There is nothing special about the construction of commercial PC's. DIY PC's are often exactly the same with the same part etc. Although not tested, they will meet spec... Meeting spec IMO can be imp .......
44: Re: What do you kids think....Silent PC or Squeeze Box? (5.25)
Posted by John Swenson on 2005-05-08, 17:51:39 (147.145.40.43)
IMHO the best sound will come from a system that does not use S/PDIF at all. At this point in time I think the best way to do that is a PC and USB DAC not just any USB DAC, it has to be an appropriate .......
45: RE: USB Accessory Roundup-Inside DAC (5.25)
Posted by Dynobot on 2015-08-22, 09:32:25 (97.80.186.146)
I think SC went in the other direction ie $99 or less DIY .......
46: HTPC...5(7).1 sound... DIY digital out? (5.20)
Posted by Owen on 2005-05-06, 00:48:27 (62.255.32.11)
I've been lurking at avsforum, and have found out what I did not want to hear - at present, there isn't any dvd playback software that has device allocatable sound channels - this means that you have .......
47: nice! (5.20)
Posted by bullethead on 2007-08-12, 06:32:09 (71.125.13.42)
Thanks Rob for the pics. How does the Scott Nixon DAC sound? I always wanted to get into kits but my soldering and DIY days are long over. Is that Scott Nixon DAC the one with Tubes or the regular mod .......
48: I've looked into it (5.20)
Posted by Jon L on 2010-01-05, 09:59:25 (71.104.144.112)
with AudioUpgrades before. The problem is he used to substitute the DAC chip with pin-compatible better DAC chip, which has long been discontinued and no longer available. He also used to substitute i .......
49: RE: I really need something less expensive (5.19)
Posted by Steve Jones on 2013-06-12, 21:53:10 (166.147.88.36)
If you are into DIY, check out the Buffallo Dac kits at Twisted Pair Audio. .......
50: RE: Further thoughts on RPi player (5.15)
Posted by E-Stat on 2017-03-11, 08:16:58 (206.255.198.169)
I've been running numerous output stages over the years. First of all. They all add complexity. Which is one reason I tend to prefer simple, zero feedback class A discrete designs using far fewer d .......
51: RE: I am sure the power supply and audio sections as well as the input is superior. (5.15)
Posted by soundchekk on 2010-09-02, 00:52:37 (80.133.163.213)
IMO nothing justifies a premium of more then 6k. Fact is the 202 comes with opamps on the output. Let's not talk about the output stage as a differentiator. A high quality transformer (differential) p .......
52: none of them (5.15)
Posted by Joe Murphy Jr on 2012-01-05, 14:03:30 (24.179.58.245)
I would either build my own DIY DAC or get someone to build it for me. .......
53: RE: Any more hard drive transports to check out? (5.14)
Posted by Roseval on 2009-03-14, 03:17:36 (92.254.0.240)
A list of music servers is on my website. I owned a Hifidelio sold under the Olive label in the USA Sound quality never satisfied me, so I bought a DAC To maintain a collection using the interface was .......
54: Re: USB DAC diy kits?? (5.14)
Posted by Frank25 on 2006-03-23, 10:03:24 (69.123.4.32)
Thanks guys, I forgot to add one important thing though. I am going to be using a pair of active studio monitors in this system so i will need a DAC with a volume control. Something like the Benchmark .......
55: RE: DAC + Storage simplifies things quite a bit (5.11)
Posted by jrling on 2012-08-10, 10:48:24 (86.6.42.130)
Couldn't agree more. Anyone rising to the challenge? DIY or Manufacturer? .......
56: RE: Who has used a Computer as Source Longest? (5.11)
Posted by Marcin_gps on 2018-01-16, 09:41:46 (77.255.16.111)
Since 1995 with Creative Labs internal sound cards. Since 2001 with my first USB DAC based on PCM2702 DIY kit. Then many DACs and USB-S/PDIF converters. I settled on APL DSD-M DAC about 2 years ago an .......
57: RE: i think I finally understand it now... [revised] (5.10)
Posted by Ryelands on 2013-11-10, 08:26:00 (146.90.88.56)
IMO people playing around with computer hardware tweaks would be better advised to play around with putting isolation devices between their computer and their DAC. By the same token, people who have .......
58: No product (but concept) suggestions (5.10)
Posted by RioTubes on 2007-10-30, 16:35:56 (164.67.114.133)
Digital that excels at revealing hall ambience, transients, note decay, etc are designs with very low noise and very low jitter. Among other things, this means a high a quality power supply and very l .......
59: RE: WaveI/O DAC (5.09)
Posted by wlowes on 2012-03-12, 19:39:10 (184.147.232.184)
Bibo01, My Dac is a DIY TDA1541a based DAC with a 6n2p tube output stage. I started with the audio board from an Arcam Alpha CDP. There is not much left from Arcam but the box. Power supply is all BG .......
60: anything ready-made? (5.08)
Posted by Jon L on 2006-01-03, 10:23:54 (162.119.232.102)
for us non-DIY types? Something like this USB DAC ready-made (perhaps minus chassis) within shooting distance of those cheap Chinese DAC prices would be awesome. BTW, what kind of USB algorithm is be .......
61: RE: How much Dac do you need to really benefit? (5.08)
Posted by sunseeker on 2007-12-03, 07:41:49 (72.164.134.82)
There are a couple, Scott Nixon has one, can use cox all so makes one with usb. Hagerman all so makes a very good DAC that can be DIY. Should be able to find them in the price range you are looking at .......
62: RE: Which 1 to order... RE: DIY.... USB/I2S....Compatible w/Mac OS? (nt) (5.08)
Posted by wheezer on 2007-08-17, 20:23:51 (74.245.249.246)
What I'm referring to is just the USB front end. My dac uses SPDIF as an input. I'll be rewiring it to accept the signal from Doede's USB board. I think you're interested in purchasing the full blown .......
63: Windows USB DAC suddenly went crap! (5.08)
Posted by Peter H-son on 2009-08-31, 08:49:32 (89.253.73.146)
I have been using a DIY USB DAC for years without any problem, ever. Then yesterday, no sound. It turned out that Windows XP had changed audio device from USB DAC to the sound card. I changed it back .......
64: Re: Thanks John... (5.04)
Posted by John Swenson on 2005-10-04, 00:38:28 (24.6.199.104)
Yes, the single 1543 with the mirror stage is by far the best of the 1543 configurations I've tried, not the best I've tried period, there are other DACs I like better, but to get them to do their bes .......
65: RE: Pi HATs arrived. Roon streamer. My BOSS DAC is "different" (5.03)
Posted by soundchekk on 2018-01-17, 23:23:27 (109.91.250.138)
Good to see that Allo is finally starting to get a consistent powering scheme into place. I've been dragging them for quite some time about it over at DIY-Audio. The idea is: Being able to power all H .......
66: RE: What do you think about Audio-gd DACs with PCM1704UK chips? (5.01)
Posted by regal on 2010-07-23, 03:46:11 (75.75.178.17)
I've been building DAC's and experimenting for years, but I can't compete with the AudioGD products. They have excellent R2R DAC chips and amazing analog stages. I don't even think about DIY for DAC a .......
67: planning a computer based system (5.00)
Posted by dr_skoobie on 2005-12-20, 14:46:00 (71.131.94.182)
Hi all, I'm currently using my laptop as a music server, streaming FLAC from my desktop wirelessly, and sending out from Foobar via USB to a DIY usb dac (the guzzler dac from head-fi) hardwired to my .......
68: RE: Baterry Powered USB Dac (4.99)
Posted by archerbach@hotmail.com on 2007-12-19, 04:58:42 (76.69.230.122)
First of all KLS, let me thank you for this outstanding reply! You don't know how mutch this is a quantum leap for me... I already see myself getting on the DIY DACs bandwagon and so forth. I have a f .......
69: Even though PCM2706 is an audio dac IC itself... (4.96)
Posted by RioTubes on 2005-07-02, 07:42:45 (68.66.68.41)
...is it possible that the pcm2706 is just being used as a usb control/receiver function to output I2S and spdif *without* any filtering? I've read posts in which DIY'r use pcm2707 or pcm290X into nos .......
70: RE: Tony's Player (4.96)
Posted by soundchekk on 2012-07-14, 02:52:38 (62.143.40.17)
John. I'd approach the thing differently. What we need is a DAC with the best possible signal recovery/restauration on it's input. It should be an external standalone device. The Transport side shoul .......
71: Check out the Darko review as well (4.95)
Posted by AbeCollins on 2022-11-30, 18:33:07 (73.229.163.4)
See the Darko review. He talks about the WiiM and WiiM Pro. Main area for improvement is likely to be the DAC - so optionally use a good external DAC. Network streamers don't have to be megabuck audio .......
72: RE: Squeezebox and jitter reduction devices (4.94)
Posted by RioTubes on 2007-12-11, 14:07:47 (164.67.114.133)
It's quite low to begin with. around 60 ps. for about $150 and a DIY weekend you can get it down to 1-10 ps range depending on your associated equipment. This bypasses the dac/analog stage so you nee .......
73: RE: MacMini direct vs streaming from Squeezebox. (4.93)
Posted by John Swenson on 2010-04-12, 14:01:52 (147.145.40.44)
It is running a real time kernel. The alsa interfaces are all hw (no plug). Definitely no ASRC. Standard two crystals which go through a pico gate mux then to two recolckers, one for the S/PDIF data .......
74: Re: USB DAC diy kits?? (4.92)
Posted by pburke on 2006-04-01, 17:03:21 (144.92.40.31)
you can have two Tent clocks in that DAC - one for the SPDIF receiver board to reclock data from a CD transport, and a second clock on the USB board, which does not reclock the I2S out, but rather set .......
75: I'll tell you a funny story (4.92)
Posted by Jon L on 2007-05-26, 09:56:26 (71.104.146.88)
About my Lynx 2B card. First of all, yes the breakout cables, both analogue and digital, have got to go. I made a DIY Lynx digital breakout adapter with the common RCA female, not 75 Ohm at all. Soun .......
76: DIY Raspberry Pi Streamer Article in The Absolute Sound (4.91)
Posted by AbeCollins on 2020-12-10, 19:39:06 (73.78.200.105)
"How to Build Your Own Low-Cost, High-Performance Streamer" by Steven Stone appears in the January 2021 issue of The Absolute Sound, page 80 - 83. He has two Pi streamers, one using RoPiee XL and the .......
77: RE: Do you think it's better to upsample at all? (4.89)
Posted by aljordan on 2023-09-05, 21:36:53 (98.11.99.126)
I'm sorry to hear of your tumor. I also went through some stuff, but I think yours would leave me feeling more vulnerable. I imagine you must be tremendously happy to be out on the court. I haven't he .......
78: Re: Since you're into DIY.... (4.88)
Posted by jcmjrt on 2007-02-03, 10:54:21 (71.141.244.49)
I've looked at the Hagerman Chime and I'm definitely interested. I've built some of Hagerman's other kits and been happy. The latest was a frykleaner which is a small project but it's nice for burning .......
79: Options (4.86)
Posted by jbmcb on 2005-06-21, 12:02:35 (12.148.60.177)
Cheapest - Get an 1/8th inch miniplug -> XLR cable. Markertek probably has one, they seem to have everything, or DIY with parts from there or Parts Conexion or Parts Express. Cheap - DIY a balanced li .......
80: RE: DIY.... USB/I2S....Compatible w/Mac OS? (nt) (4.85)
Posted by wheezer on 2007-08-17, 16:20:22 (74.245.249.246)
Thanks John. I'm ordering it assembled (100bucks US) and plan to interface it to the lite dac-ah. Mitch .......
81: RE: DAC recommendation? (4.83)
Posted by emailtim on 2019-11-21, 09:37:39 (23.242.178.78)
If you don't mind a little DIY to make your own case, the Khadas Tone Board DAC has good bang for the buck and well within your budget. https://www.digikey.com/en/product-highlight/k/khadas/ktone-tone .......
82: twin tda1541a dac (4.83)
Posted by scruffy_ on 2006-04-16, 08:54:09 (66.245.197.13)
Is this the same as what is supposed to become the Satch over at DIY HiFi? I've been hearing about the Satch for some time but it seems to keep getting delayed due to hum problems. .......
83: RE: Musiland 01 USD (4.81)
Posted by jkeny on 2009-08-25, 07:49:51 (78.16.244.230)
I bought the 01 US model which has the PCM1793 DAC. It has some additional PS filtering for the DAC & output stage (OP275). I don't have any of the DACs you mention to compare it to, only a DIY versi .......
84: Is it easy to combine stereo to mono in dacs in the digital domain? (4.81)
Posted by amnesiac on 2013-08-07, 04:12:20 (58.110.55.94)
I would like to do a mono Nos Dac. There is a single nos dac schematic below to work from. Mine has 8 but no schematic arrived yet. .......
85: RE: pi dac instructions?? (4.79)
Posted by soundchekk on 2016-06-30, 07:14:56 (176.198.233.197)
Yes. They all run I2S. There are different implementations and drivers though. E.g. the Hifiberry DAC+ Pro uses its own quality clocks and slaves the PI. Currently MamboBerry and Audiophonics PI DAC V .......
86: I'm not currently using it - but when I did, it was as transport. (4.75)
Posted by carcass93 on 2011-06-21, 09:12:30 (129.33.19.254)
SPDIF out to several different DACs. I understand that taking I2S out of Juli@ takes it to another level - but that moves the whole solution into hardcore DIY realm, since DAC also has to be able to a .......
87: Second the fubar (4.74)
Posted by Shanko on 2006-04-03, 20:45:16 (219.89.68.169)
I have just been listening to my new fubar dac. Highly recommended. Initial impressions with the stock power supply can be a bit ho-hum, but the DAC is now run in and I am powering it off a big batter .......
88: RE: SB Audigy 2 ZS Notebook (PCMCIA) card as an SPDIF source? (4.74)
Posted by electro_static on 2009-01-14, 03:06:26 (62.112.223.70)
Hi Kocsu, Many thanks for the reply! I'll take my chances, after all it is not an investment, so I'll just sell it if it won't do the trick. For the warning of ??? “Say no to SPDIF! One of the worst c .......
89: RE: Intona USB 2.0 Hi-Speed Isolator - with another DAC (4.72)
Posted by beppe61 on 2016-04-20, 09:17:49 (81.166.95.231)
Hi and thanks for the interesting information. I like AES/EBU connection between source and dac. I read that they are good for long distance. This means that they will be just excellent for shorter .......
90: ANY SPECIAL REASON TO TRY THIS? (4.71)
Posted by Archimago on 2011-10-09, 20:31:29 (24.87.143.65)
I remain curious about the discussion... So this DAC can do 32/384. Cool. Is there any music one can download that can benefit? It's hard enough getting 24/192 (mostly DVD-A rips for me). Or is it int .......
91: RE: PC audio hell (4.71)
Posted by noway on 2019-09-10, 10:11:55 (99.225.236.217)
Try a different USB DAC (something not DIY) and before laying out money make sure the manufacturer has a legible web site and easily found USB (ie. Thesycon) drivers. .......
92: Bricked... (4.70)
Posted by Tony Lauck on 2011-12-03, 11:01:21 (65.19.76.104)
If you use an audiophile grade "Brick DAC" this improvement won't be necessary. Audiophiles who fancy themselves part of the 1% may find a Brick DAC at their dealer. Members of the 99% may wish to go .......
93: Re: Bypassing Kmixer (4.70)
Posted by Frank25 on 2006-08-02, 09:11:28 (69.123.4.32)
I have Foobar200 in Asio mode right now. I am using a Creative XFI for the moment while I figue out which external DAC to use, im thinking of building a DIY dac like the DDDAC or Audiosectors DAC. I j .......
94: RE: sabre dac???? (4.70)
Posted by soundchekk on 2008-10-20, 10:28:16 (80.133.205.78)
Yep. The Bufallo sounds great right out of the box. I feed it I2S from a PCM2707. I power it with a battery supply. Pricewise a real nice product for diy-capable people. Cheers .......
95: RE: $400 digital cable (4.67)
Posted by dRRD on 2012-01-28, 03:58:13 (92.238.196.31)
I have a high quality dac, I use a generic USB cable and DIY Belden cable for clock or spdif. I do this because I hear next to no difference between them and expensive branded cables (and I've heard a .......
96: Western Digitial HD Media Player (4.67)
Posted by RalphH on 2009-02-15, 07:59:41 (70.71.43.148)
does anyone have any experience of the WD HD media player as part of a DIY media server? A friend got one for video and I noted it has a TOS Link digital out - I was thinking of combining it with a La .......
97: RE: I'm intrigued (4.66)
Posted by AbeCollins on 2017-03-15, 19:05:32 (73.229.29.71)
"I just have a hard time accepting that the rendu is going to make much of a difference over my direct connection from my imac via usb." I run both, a direct connect DAC to my computer and streaming .......
98: RE: Modernizing with WiiM Mini or? (4.65)
Posted by DIY John on 2022-11-28, 03:47:08 (66.85.230.250)
I appreciate your sharing your experience and thoughts, especially if they don't agree with others. It keeps the brain in gear! I have no experience so don't have an opinion yet. All I know is the sil .......
99: RE: Can it stream TIDAL, QOBUZ or ClassicsOnlineHD? (4.65)
Posted by AbeCollins on 2016-06-16, 09:01:39 (73.229.29.71)
It's not an unfair question at all. This all goes back to the fundamental debate of running a general purpose DIY platform, tweaked if you like, vs a turnkey branded product by a high-end audio manuf .......
100: Any advice on the best dac kit on ebay atm. (4.65)
Posted by amnesiac on 2012-11-08, 04:00:44 (58.110.53.147)
Hey Guys I don't know if diy happens here. I would like to buy the best usb and coax dac or kit under 150 ATM. A already loaded board would suit me fine but I don't want to a bare board kit. I am so o .......
101: RE: what's old is new again? (4.63)
Posted by bean on 2018-04-05, 09:13:55 (23.25.42.77)
if you really want to try NOS R2R on the cheap... look for an old late '90's / early 00's MSB Link DAC. The II or III (often found with various factory or DIY upgrades) were pretty good sounding units .......
102: RE: untill now, I didn't come across a better one. (4.63)
Posted by Ralph NLD on 2010-11-18, 04:55:13 (85.145.0.152)
Hi Mark, thanks for the comprehensive response. The goal for this project was to be able to play 24/192 downloads from my Squeezeserver infrastructure. Love the modularity and Ipeng on the IPhone as a .......
103: Macintosh Based Music Server (4.62)
Posted by jcmjrt on 2007-02-02, 12:28:30 (71.141.244.49)
I have been pretty firmly set in the analog audio camp but it seems that digital is starting to sound good enough that the convenience of a music server is starting to be enticing. I'm diy capable - h .......
104: Re: USB DAC diy kits?? (4.61)
Posted by shane. on 2006-04-01, 13:47:02 (211.26.118.65)
Joe, The tentclock is located on doedes USB to I2S board. Its an option that replaces the 12MHz crystal oscillator and associated components. shane .......
105: How cheap? (4.61)
Posted by soldermizer on 2011-07-10, 16:17:30 (72.184.244.113)
I know cheap! You can get very cheap external usb dac's -- under $50 on Ebay and no doubt elsewhere. For a little better quality (I think!) my "good" system is a Musiland Monitor 01 USD (a usb to spd .......
106: Re: Now here's an interesting USB device... (4.61)
Posted by Bromo33333 on 2005-07-02, 05:45:50 (24.149.38.85)
"This box's usb controller delivers I2S out to an onboard NOS TDA1543 DAC...same chip used in NOS gear like 47 Labs, Nixon TubeDac, and its multi-IC variants such as DDDac, Audio Mirror, etc." The PCM .......
107: Just got my AQVox USB external power unit. (4.61)
Posted by akltam on 2014-07-10, 03:30:23 (222.166.2.28)
It makes a very positive impact to my USB DAC which originally drawn power from the computer. My USB DAC is using an XMOS interface and this power supply helps on the performance a lot. Highly recom .......
108: Built and Akido with 6n1p's to go with my DIY Paradise Monica USB DAC. (4.60)
Posted by Tony D. on 2009-12-02, 06:36:59 (24.83.20.155)
Went from a listenable audio system to an extremely pleasurable music system which IMO rivals my friends very expensive boutique set up. J.B. .......
109: RE: pi dac instructions?? (4.59)
Posted by AbeCollins on 2016-06-30, 18:08:32 (73.229.29.71)
No one "needs" it but I'm warming up to Roon after playing around with it for the past couple weeks. Having a DIY "Roon ready" streamer might be fun to dink around with. The fact that it's been porte .......
110: RE: New ALLO Boss II Review (4.59)
Posted by soundchekk on 2021-05-03, 00:11:52 (95.223.231.159)
I think Allo has done an excellent job once more. A HAT DAC showing that kind of extraordinary performance at $99 is pretty amazing. The device shows even better performance when using the Allo recomm .......
111: Re: USB DAC diy kits?? (4.59)
Posted by shane. on 2006-03-24, 05:33:30 (211.26.118.152)
www.diyaudiocraft.com 1541A is hard to beat for non-os d/a. Use Doede's USB to I2S board w/- tent clock, works great. shane .......
112: Eastern Electric MiniMax (4.58)
Posted by stan2 on 2008-07-31, 08:33:05 (66.205.138.21)
I have a usb out from a laptop PC to a DIY Paradise Monica DAC, going to this MiniMax tubed pre. Sounds pretty nice now. I'm using a Classe SS amp (CA101) and Tyler Acoustic speakers. I have also run .......
113: Re: Non-os ADC? (4.57)
Posted by triodesteve on 2006-05-21, 13:27:09 (68.189.139.231)
ADC? I'm not sure what you mean. If you are looking for non-os, usb dacs then how about these: Wavelength (several models) TwinDac Plus Scott Nixon usb Dac and there are a few diy options too. Steve : .......
114: RE: Similar to my experience with the Matrix2 (4.56)
Posted by Dynobot on 2018-05-29, 12:03:37 (68.2.85.172)
Interesting about the M2. I've always been curious about their Dac's. Yes I think for the price the F1 is a bargain. Concerning a DIY project. I do have a smallish case that could fit a LPS, RPi and .......
115: RE: DIY Music Server (4.56)
Posted by LtMandella on 2020-01-30, 16:54:43 (68.104.110.35)
I also use a Raspberry PI as a music "server". Server in the sense it reads music files and outputs them to USB for playing through a DAC. I use volumio as the software. The Raspberry PI through USB t .......
116: AKM4396 (4.55)
Posted by audioengr on 2008-09-01, 22:37:04 (66.220.119.106)
I heavily modded the evaluation board for this chip as a candidate for a new DAC design. Even ran it off batteries. I found it very detailed and layered, but ultimately not musical. I think one explan .......
117: Squeezebox (4.55)
Posted by Ross on 2017-01-01, 16:22:48 (172.9.116.164)
A lot of them available on Ebay for less than $100. Yes they contain DACS, but you can also output streams to another DAC. SQ will be better than a Chromecast. Not quite as plug and play as a Chrome .......
118: Re: Well then how about a different question.. (4.55)
Posted by SexualChocolate on 2005-07-22, 08:21:49 (64.243.5.253)
My HTPC is strictly for 5.1 DD movies. Any movie thats not 5.1 is resampled to 5.1 using the Dolby Digital Live feature of the sound card thats dedicated for HT use. Im not sure I have a huge preferen .......
119: Re: Sound Card (4.54)
Posted by Haknhendrixxx on 2005-08-13, 05:58:08 (71.10.232.217)
Ys it is the EMU 404 - what are the limitation of the 88.2 & 176 sampling rates? Would this card lend itself to a DAC eventually - or would this be the wrong path for this type of card. This would get .......
120: Allo Katana DAC for Raspberry Pi ? (4.54)
Posted by AbeCollins on 2018-08-16, 09:11:03 (73.78.200.105)
Inmate soundcheck mentioned his Allo Katana DAC in a thread further down: "For serious audio listening I'll continue to use my RPI setup and my brand new Katana though." I was aware that Allo had a ne .......
121: RE: DIY Thread is incomprehensible without the graphs. (4.54)
Posted by Tony Lauck on 2011-02-18, 11:24:46 (65.19.76.104)
What signals are they graphing? The SPDIF cable or the DAC output? Are they time domain graphs, frequency domain graphs, or some other kind of graph? .......
122: RE: Dn't just balme the dac-wrong? (4.54)
Posted by AbeCollins on 2016-01-16, 12:36:41 (73.229.29.71)
If you want to complain about the 5V, blame the poor usb powering in computers. You cannot blame the 5V from the USB interface as computer makers never intended that 5V for powering the USB receiver .......
123: RE: Try DIY upsampling . . (4.53)
Posted by Dawnrazor on 2009-01-09, 16:03:43 (67.188.118.129)
Hey Tony, Yeah I have r8brain and wanted to compare it to wavelab. Currently I am using my external dac so CPLAY is not anything I can test since it upsamples to 192 and that is undefeatable. And my .......
124: I suppose you meant PWD (DAC), which has I2S input. I suspect the answer is "no". (4.52)
Posted by carcass93 on 2011-04-13, 10:57:49 (129.33.19.254)
It's mostly DIY DACs with I2S input, including those based on Sabre chip. .......
125: DIY.... USB/I2S (4.51)
Posted by wheezer on 2007-08-16, 09:55:12 (74.245.249.246)
Looking for plans/schematic or a kit, for a USB front end to feed my SPDIF/Toslink DAC. I plan to scrap the on board I2S converter in place of USB. .......
126: Wait a second... (4.51)
Posted by Presto on 2008-01-24, 13:27:41 (207.216.246.51)
You're comparing a $24K DIY effort to a $24K RETAIL COST product. That's not really fair at all if you ask me! :P The guy who built the Boulder could take the component parts, build one at home in his .......
127: RE: Soundcards and Computer Audio Systems-What are most using them for-i.e. Convenience/DRC/Active Crossovers/etc.? (4.50)
Posted by John Swenson on 2008-09-03, 19:49:56 (67.164.79.218)
1) I have a dedicated music server running slimserver which has mostly ripped CDs and some converted LPs. Playback is in many locations throughout the house using squeezeboxes and softqueeze. The syst .......
128: Key is to keep Juli@'s digital section that way we keep the excellent ASIO drivers (4.50)
Posted by cics on 2009-04-02, 08:07:07 (198.54.202.234)
Juli@'s ASIO drivers remains the best I've seen to date. New analogue board plugs onto this using I2S interface which I assume will support 24 bit DACs only (a deal breaker for 32 bit DACs). Alfred u .......
129: RE: The Pi might make an okay audio player (4.50)
Posted by Dynobot on 2012-12-09, 06:37:51 (75.131.20.113)
I think the Pi could be a good player yes. It has really good potential, I think [hope] the day will come that we will see something along its lines inside a Dac. Having a nice regulated rail inside a .......
130: RE: NO WONDER , no problem with the files but I think your test was flawed (4.49)
Posted by Bob Mc on 2012-01-24, 04:58:19 (24.177.122.110)
I'm using the cdp only as a transport. I'm connecting the cdp transport and computer to the same dac. The only difference is that the cdp is connected to EE DAC via coax (a diy enamel coated wire from .......
131: If I had a grand I had to blow on a dac... (4.48)
Posted by redneckdent on 2006-06-22, 19:09:07 (68.40.41.136)
I would seriously consider the german make from Charles Altmann: http://www.mother-of-tone.com/attraction.htm Or pay someone to diy the kit from Doede Duoma: http://www.dddac.de .......
132: Value for the Money (4.48)
Posted by soundchekk on 2012-07-07, 00:39:40 (62.143.49.170)
Hi Steve. I know you got plenty of pocket money to play with. However. At 199$ you can get e.g. a Sumoh Full Digital Amp (instead if seperate DAC and AMP with associated seperation issues) Add to it a .......
133: RE: Roon Nucleus Plus (4.46)
Posted by Mercman on 2018-06-08, 06:18:05 (70.181.190.203)
The Nucleus does not include a Roon license. The Nucleus Plus is best for large music collections and if one wants to use the DSP features and upsample. You probably know that Roon makes their Rock so .......
134: Pretty much what Cut-Throat said..... (4.45)
Posted by AbeCollins on 2022-06-06, 14:24:56 (73.229.163.4)
The basic streamer itself doesn't have to be audiophile pricey even though some are. But there's a difference between a basic streamer and one that combines the streamer+DAC. Some audiophile models w .......
135: RE: Soundcheck's amp? (4.45)
Posted by soundchekk on 2012-07-13, 06:13:29 (62.143.40.17)
Check out the Sumoh site. It starts at 199$. Those guys use the TI chips. I own two devices. A TI TAS5706 based DIY device since a couple of years. It's a bit weak on it's muscles. At the beginning of .......
136: RE: It depends on the type of music you like but (4.44)
Posted by Archimago on 2011-10-30, 23:45:13 (24.87.143.65)
fmak, Thanks for the suggestions! Yikes, tough DAC choices! DIY Buffalo, discontinued $$$ dCS. Guess, I'll wait for some China outfit like Musiland to make a decent USB2/3 unit that will play DSD DFF .......
137: RE: iFi iDefender - USB DACs not recognised at simultaneous power-up (4.44)
Posted by AbeCollins on 2022-12-01, 11:18:40 (73.229.163.4)
I don't have the answer but I would investigate several permutations but on the surface it appears to be a timing issue. You may have already tried these experiments related to power ON timing: - What .......
138: how to get started (4.43)
Posted by Jim D. on 2006-09-20, 09:48:25 (204.117.11.100)
I'm been at AA for a while but never posted here.....I'm interested in seeing what PC based audio can do so I'm looking for some advice on how to connect my PC to my Audio Note 1.2 dac, straightforwar .......
139: What's going to happen... (4.42)
Posted by michaelhigh on 2011-01-26, 13:25:02 (75.132.138.114)
when Twisted Pear Buffalo II DAC comes out? Will there be a mad rush to sell lesser, inferior units (lower bitrate capabilities), or will the lack of 32/192 sources keep hysteria from ensuing? I for o .......
140: You need an amp + player for best sound. (4.42)
Posted by orpheus on 2010-08-13, 10:12:48 (24.189.171.244)
I have modded my 4g ipod with a 32GB compact flash card and connected the output from the DAC chip directly to two 2.2uf film caps and then to an 1/8 stereo jack, all internal. I then put rockbox firm .......
141: RE: Listened yesterday, and completed survey. Some comments: (4.39)
Posted by John Swenson on 2012-12-15, 23:48:35 (67.170.250.82)
I just got done listening to these files. I found the difference very easy to tell with the first system I used. Interestingly I had a very different take on what was the easiest music to hear the dif .......
142: RE: Direct connection between amp & DAC (4.39)
Posted by kls on 2007-06-06, 03:44:27 (194.237.142.21)
Hi My whole chain I'd call High-End DIY, starting with my little sw-player. which I developed by myself ending with my DIY speakers. I have been running earlier mentioned transformer pots (Stevens an .......
143: Re: Anyone make an inexpensive USB DAC (4.38)
Posted by scruffy_ on 2006-01-09, 17:06:41 (66.245.197.75)
Best bet would be to buy something like a Audigy 2 NX (if you can still find one) as the USB/SPDIF interface and then go with something like a Benchmark. May also want to check out something like a us .......
144: RE: Got one! (4.38)
Posted by Duster on 2017-03-02, 13:42:16 (76.28.209.43)
If you decide not to upgrade the I/O jacks, install a chassis-mount IEC inlet to enable the use of an aftermarket power cord, or do any other mods for your Museatex DAC, I recommend that you at least .......
145: Easy DIY project (4.38)
Posted by TeddiJackEddie on 2018-05-12, 06:27:36 (24.3.88.71)
Here's something you could try. You could go on You Tube and there's a video that shows which wire to disconnect on your USB cable. Use one of those throwaway dollar ones everyone has laying around th .......
146: Yours is my favorite compact DIY server / streamer / DAC (4.37)
Posted by AbeCollins on 2020-01-22, 17:39:17 (73.78.200.105)
I like the looks of it too! My setup is based on Roon but that only supports Roon Bridge as a streamer on the Pi. I'd need something that can also be a server on the tiny Pi and your PiCoreplayer fits .......
147: SB jitter (4.37)
Posted by RioTubes on 2008-08-18, 19:57:18 (76.89.130.206)
"Someone had suggested that the CIA required a very low jitter source, and that the Squeezebox Receiver might not fit that bill. " If memory serves me the SB (at least the earlier versions) measures a .......
148: The 'control' part is the problem (4.36)
Posted by slider on 2012-04-18, 07:57:50 (67.121.125.101)
If you want to run at multiple sample rates and don't want to run everything through SRC, then you face something of a problem in setting the clock rate in the DAC since it would need the source to te .......
149: Let me try a different angle (4.35)
Posted by Presto on 2011-06-09, 23:13:55 (174.3.198.207)
"However, in comparing its analog outputs with my Firestone Spitfire Mk.II dac using a computer as a transport CD's sound much better in the latter and I'd like to use the changer with the Firestone, .......
150: RE: Following Upon DAC Recommendations. (4.35)
Posted by AbeCollins on 2022-01-21, 18:05:14 (73.229.163.4)
My rule #1 whenever dealing with computer audio: - ALWAYS use hardwired Ethernet if AT ALL possible. My rule #2 if you can: - Never buy into a proprietary Music Server / Music Server + DAC combo but .......
151: RE: How to bring wired PC connectivity over a long distance to DAC (4.33)
Posted by limdongfi on 2012-10-27, 01:43:01 (121.137.236.228)
It would be the start of a different issue but I recommend you to build your own audio PC if you have enough time. You can find a standard specs for computer audio DIY. It also can be modified for you .......
152: two suggestions (4.33)
Posted by Joe Murphy Jr on 2011-06-10, 11:22:54 (24.179.58.245)
If you want a digital output, talk to the guys at MSB. They add S/PDIF digital outputs to players for about $385. You could then use pretty much any DAC with the changer. http://www.msbtech.com/produc .......
153: RE: It should have.... (4.33)
Posted by analog_sa on 2008-05-28, 05:12:20 (196.25.253.13)
Hi Charles Seems you have completely misunderstood the setup or i might have explained it poorly. The PCMCIA card is made by Sunix. The USB dac is diy and uses a PCM2707 as a USB/I2S convertor. It is .......
154: RE: Best Advice For Setting Up A Music Server (4.33)
Posted by XTRProf on 2009-04-09, 03:35:24 (220.255.7.188)
Thanks and noted. CPlay and Foobar 2000. Actually, a dac does make a major difference thru a high rez system. However, I must mention, a good sounding one need not necessarily be a high cost dac. That .......
155: RE: Complete Raspberry Pi Streaming solution (4.32)
Posted by AbeCollins on 2019-07-05, 12:23:30 (73.78.200.105)
There are dozens of viable Raspberry Pi based streaming solutions but the O.P. specifically asked for something 'turnkey'. In this case, turnkey to me means very little DIY. The AlloDigi One can be o .......
156: Re: USB DAC diy kits?? (4.32)
Posted by glt on 2006-03-23, 09:32:41 (67.135.108.5)
Here is one option from HK: audioworkshop.hk. I've ordered parts from them before but have no experience with the usb dac. Another option is the dddac from dddac.de .......
157: RE: sabre dac???? (4.31)
Posted by jim.spainhour on 2008-10-22, 05:23:52 (24.225.70.46)
it's a bit difficult to respond to those statements. Don't most really good DACs sound better when fed a higher rez signal? Are you saying that it's too good for RB or compressed audio or that it sou .......
158: RE: Who has used a Computer as Source shortest ...:_) (4.31)
Posted by Wojciech on 2017-12-02, 07:24:11 (73.144.49.26)
To wrap it up. I did purchase that 10T byte HD re-formated for windows and found a deal on Antelope Zodiac Gold DAC. My DIY basic K&K RAKK DAC although it sounds better than Zodiac had some problem .......
159: A lot of equipment has switches sticking out, why is that a concern? (4.30)
Posted by hermanesque on 2008-12-30, 07:43:41 (68.179.167.19)
Your objections are unfounded. It is all about how it sounds, not how it looks. IF his contention that it sounds best in this configuration is valid why do you think he needs to add the expense of a c .......
160: Four Alternatives (among others) (4.30)
Posted by RioTubes on 2006-04-15, 19:12:41 (70.36.204.170)
Bob, the Welborne's are making beautiful music! Here's a few thoughts on PC audio: DAC Options: a) Commercial usb dac such as wavelength's "Brick" http://www.wavelengthaudio.com/usbdac.html b) DIY: Th .......
161: Your experience (4.29)
Posted by Dynobot on 2012-10-07, 04:37:04 (75.131.20.113)
Is really not more than mine. I lived with my Lavry for about a year. You have experience with one Pro Dac the RME. Looks like neither one of us are qualified to speak. Have any other experience to pu .......
162: RE: Which 1 to order... RE: DIY.... USB/I2S....Compatible w/Mac OS? (nt) (4.28)
Posted by wheezer on 2007-08-18, 13:34:40 (74.245.249.246)
Using the mini for audio playback, you'll rip all your CD's to the HDD. Of course you should have an external backup drive. You can change the sampling rate in the applications>utilities>midi/audio, i .......
163: RE: How about when using the I2S "output" - (4.28)
Posted by theob on 2010-06-30, 11:12:08 (68.43.143.212)
The Twisted Pair Buffalo is a diy outboard dac using 8 ess sabre chips (4 a side in parrallel) to do the work. I soldered the 22 ohm resitors to the juli@ output pins then soldered my coax inner cable .......
164: RE: Do Nos Dacs have relevance in Media/Pc Audio Replay? (4.27)
Posted by amnesiac on 2013-07-19, 18:13:12 (58.110.48.97)
Hmmmmmmmmmmmm Well here is another dac shortlisted not nos. It seems to have discrete output stages. Which is very rare. The frustrating part about all these dacs is that they seem to be all made by .......
165: Re: PCI 2 I2S interface existing? (4.26)
Posted by kls on 2007-01-27, 13:07:31 (80.133.207.252)
It doesn't have to be off-the-shelve though! I am running a DIY USB DDDAC1534 by myself. I am wondering if a card like this would do? http://www.cmedia.com.tw/?q=en/PCI/CMI8788 Most probably I'd need .......
166: RE: Why $$$ (4.25)
Posted by Tony Lauck on 2014-05-20, 19:09:43 (65.19.76.104)
I agree with Gordon. These products are just standard computer components, repackaged with a few tweaks. You are paying for system integration, a business plan based on limited product volume, and hop .......
167: Re: Access audio from another room? (4.25)
Posted by jeff mai on 2006-10-26, 20:34:31 (203.57.241.95)
You can access audio files from any computer on your network if you share the directory they are in. Just install iTunes (or whatever) on all computers. This will require multiple DACs but if not crit .......
168: Re: Welp. my cd player still sounds better.... (4.23)
Posted by DaveInVA on 2007-04-26, 08:01:35 (141.152.218.34)
Yes, switching power supplies can toss lots of junk back into the mains, not to mention RFI inside the case from the various busses and clocks etc. I am going to try an external DAC which will at leas .......
169: RE: DAC USB Audio 2.0 compatability (4.21)
Posted by AbeCollins on 2016-12-03, 10:25:16 (73.229.29.71)
I'm trying unpack what you're really trying to say. If your profile is current your linux based music servers include the commercially made Antipodes DX Gen-2 and Bryston BDP-2 . If I'm reading your .......
170: RE: Received my Squeezebox Touch Today...some observations. (4.21)
Posted by jazzwave on 2011-07-21, 03:38:25 (89.211.49.58)
I'm waiting my Squeezebox Touch with QED Performance coax come from Amazon. Planning to pair with Maverick Tube DAC D1 and DIY Hybrid amp. As suggestion in thread, I will disable wireless and use ethe .......
171: RE: DIY Audio server build? (4.21)
Posted by DougM57 on 2008-03-29, 07:51:14 (74.130.56.186)
I purchased a used Dell, old 1.8 P4, with 512. I bought a 80 gig seagate and a 250 gig seagate for internal use. Put xp pro on the 80 and ripped my music to the 250; I have an external backup. I use a .......
172: RE: If you all will indulge me, one last question... (4.20)
Posted by AbeCollins on 2022-06-08, 07:03:01 (73.229.163.4)
Excellent. You validate the point that some of us are making here. That is, you do not need a costly audiophile brand network streamer to get incredible sonic performance. It's really not about the .......
173: Re: Could a USB DAc like the Crimson get input from Squeezebox? (4.20)
Posted by Cappy on 2007-01-02, 21:14:13 (71.220.194.202)
John, Thanks for your comprehensive write-up. Your work on connecting a DAC to the Squeezebox via I2S and connecting back via a low jitter clock makes a lot sense to me. Conceptually I also like the i .......
174: RE: New Roon endpoint by Metrum Acoustics (4.20)
Posted by AbeCollins on 2018-03-25, 14:40:57 (73.229.29.71)
I'm not one to tell folks how to spend their money but IMHO an excellent network streamer is not especially difficult to design and manufacture, and since it contributes much less to the overall soni .......
175: aware of that (4.20)
Posted by Joe Murphy Jr on 2011-08-06, 22:34:55 (24.179.58.245)
There's plenty of info on isolating the data and power lines to get better sound. I just don't think the Ayre will have any benefit from doing so, considering the amount of work that's put into galvan .......
176: Re: Soundcard+DAC combination (4.19)
Posted by John Swenson on 2005-10-12, 17:20:49 (147.145.40.43)
1.) Unfortunately the quality of the S/PDIF signal varies radically from soundcard to soundcard and from soundcard to any builtin S/PDIF output. The S/PDIF interface is a horrible design, its very sus .......
177: RE: XLR? (4.19)
Posted by Mike Currie on 2011-02-18, 06:09:33 (97.65.238.194)
Hi Jon, No, I ditched the stock cable bundle long ago. I think it degrades the sound pretty severely. My Info-Link is an HD26 connector for the Lynx card out to an AES connector for direct input to my .......
178: RE: My DIY USB cable using seperate computer end usb connectors. not working, why? (4.19)
Posted by slider on 2011-08-06, 14:08:18 (67.116.236.60)
Have you actually checked the voltages at the DAC "B" end of the cable? Are you sure about which side of the connector is pin 1, as below? Are you sure both USB outputs are enabled? Seems like it shou .......
179: RE: I Never Understand ... (4.17)
Posted by twystd on 2019-09-23, 14:01:27 (67.143.129.39)
You certainly don't understand. If you had bothered to read my posts you would realize why I have done this. The main reason is that my internet in rural Texas is so backwards with ridiculously slow d .......
180: RE: Powering PC Audio system from Medical Inverter / Charger (4.14)
Posted by Adriel on 2010-07-03, 21:51:43 (68.7.197.10)
There are a few issues to consider: 1. It would not power a beefy desktop rig for very long. 2. Benefits not jawdropping, otherwise everybody would be using laptops unplugged and on battery power. Per .......
181: so using one of your reclockers on the toslink out will help his USB DAC? forgive me, couldn't resist (4.13)
Posted by hermanesque on 2008-08-07, 20:11:40 (68.179.167.19)
do the get info as suggested. what is your DAC? If it is a 24/96 DAC then it might help to feed it 24/96. iTunes will upsample for you if you set Audio/Midi to 24/96 out BEFORE you open iTunes. go thr .......
182: RE: Please explain.... (4.12)
Posted by E-Stat on 2013-05-08, 06:03:55 (206.255.212.225)
Getting an optimum combination of conductors, braiding and shields to reduce noise. Some also use active filter networks like the Eupen based JPS Labs Digital AC I use to supply a DAC. I have a couple .......
183: Re: DEQX PDC 2.6 (4.12)
Posted by MGH on 2006-05-28, 19:19:21 (132.183.10.245)
Sorry, but my listening sessions with ML, Wadia, Cary, blah, blah and other highend oversampling players have confirmed that NOS players from 47 Labs, Zan Den, and affordable ones from Ack! DAC and DI .......
184: Intona vs. Regen vs. ???? (4.11)
Posted by Ivan303 on 2018-10-18, 11:29:10 (76.26.102.219)
Things are looking up at Chez Ivan in Santa Fe. DIY speakers are still sitting on chairs, but new ones are on the way, with custom stands a couple months out, the Audio-GD PCM1704U-K ladder DAC is tal .......
185: RE: USB Disruptor ? (4.10)
Posted by AbeCollins on 2016-01-15, 09:25:46 (73.229.29.71)
BTW, welcome to Audio Asylum. Looks like you just registered today. Congrats! "USB Disruptor, our patent pending solution, physically cuts the power connection to the computer and replaces it with an .......
186: DIY USB Cable (4.09)
Posted by kmarikos on 2008-03-17, 16:39:48 (64.65.81.22)
I recently ventured into the realm of computer audio and am quite pleased with the results of the hagusb and my non-os dac. My concern now is the $1.49 printer cable feeding the hagusb I was wonderi .......
187: RE: Absolute Sound on Auralic Vega PLL (4.09)
Posted by soundchekk on 2015-02-17, 10:28:53 (178.200.28.139)
Hmmh. I havn't seen any Sabre implementation DIY or commercial, which really worked well without putting in major effort in front of the DAC. I read all the flashy promises about that chip. That's why .......
188: Help me find a new DAC (4.09)
Posted by matthias@brennwald.org on 2008-01-20, 02:40:33 (77.56.87.179)
Dear all A long time ago I built the DAC by Sheldon Stokes (PCM63K, tube output, C8412 SPDIF input). A bit later (but still a long time ago) I connected this DAC to my old Laptop using an USB-to-SPDIF .......
189: A bit of DIY.... (4.08)
Posted by Ivan303 on 2023-09-13, 19:24:04 (73.242.169.18)
At least the Raspberry Pi4/Pi2 Design PI2AES 2.0 'hat' running Volumio as a DLNA end point for Audirvana required some assembly. I allows for separate 5V power for Pi and 'hat' via a jumper on the 'ha .......
190: Re: OK Asylum Hard Drive Server owners: Post (4.08)
Posted by Joe LG on 2004-10-17, 20:28:11 (210.195.246.67)
Thank you ROD for setting up this new section. I have been using a PC as my CDT for the last 6 - 8 months. Configurations have changed somewhat over this period of time. I have : 1) VIA Mini-itx Me600 .......
191: Lynx 2B (4.06)
Posted by Jon L on 2006-05-19, 09:39:37 (162.119.232.102)
is the soundcard I use for my main system. I've gone through some very nice DAC's/CDP's with and without audio PC feeding them, and to my amazement, I still can't find one I'd rather use b/c Lynx soun .......
192: RE: I bought a Chromecast about 4 years ago .................. (4.06)
Posted by AbeCollins on 2018-08-11, 09:34:48 (73.78.200.105)
Good to know that the original Chromecast works great over HDMI with Roon but the only HDMI device I have in my office listening room is a TV mounted up on the wall with its tiny built-in speakers. I .......
193: Yes I agree 100% (4.06)
Posted by DaveInVA on 2007-04-25, 15:25:25 (141.152.218.34)
I knew I'd have to go to an external DAC before I started but just can't justify the money for a while so in the meantime I'm researching whats available. I already had the EMU1212m and MAudio cards a .......
194: other options (4.05)
Posted by Joe Murphy Jr on 2012-02-26, 18:20:38 (24.179.58.245)
Several companies use a 2-cable setup for their DAC-as-Master system. The DAC uses one cable to transmit the clock one way to the transport and the other cable is used to tansmit the rest of the S/PDI .......
195: RE: There is a difference between the CM6631 and CM6631A (4.05)
Posted by Tony Lauck on 2013-12-26, 11:07:10 (65.19.76.104)
"Just to elaborate, the unit under discussion has XOs of 45xxxMHz and 49xxxMHz, presumably stepping down via the CM chip to get the correct playback sampling frequencies. This is not a good thing eit .......
196: Q: USB cables & Galvanic Isolation (4.05)
Posted by RioTubes on 2006-12-17, 12:13:43 (76.173.115.53)
Appears Opticis usb extension cable is used by quite a few inmates. Short of spending $189, is there an affordable diy way to galvanically isolate the PC from one's usb dac? Context: My dac has a fema .......
197: Which 1 to order... RE: DIY.... USB/I2S....Compatible w/Mac OS? (nt) (4.05)
Posted by wlee on 2007-08-17, 19:29:30 (218.186.10.12)
Mitch, I am interest to get a kit too, but which one to order? There is USB 24 and full 24 kits, not sure which one is better... and how they are compare to other kits like the Dac kit from Scott Nixo .......
198: Do Nos Dacs have relevance in Media/Pc Audio Replay? (4.05)
Posted by amnesiac on 2013-07-19, 07:34:45 (58.110.48.97)
Gday Inmates I have been checking out the $100 Diy Dac board market for some upgrades in my digital Audio. TV, Sat, Media players and PC. The choice is endless and confusing. The Dac below is the one .......
199: Budget Streamer- a step up from ChromeCast Audio (4.05)
Posted by kbuzz on 2016-12-30, 13:19:09 (96.224.84.165)
Hello All- Yes I have done a search... Looking for NON DIY suggestions on a budget streamer without a doc that can do TIDAL. Ive tried the Chromecast audio with a few dacs and frankly and without gett .......
200: Careful! (4.04)
Posted by soundchekk on 2013-01-03, 00:58:45 (46.246.31.126)
That's IMO not correct. I2S is a very sensitive system. Every problem/flaw that gets on to your I2S lines gets ususally transfered right to your DAC. There's ususally no way to filter anything out a .......
Found 17 records in Critic's Corner.
1: RE: Stereophile December Issue Was Excellent (7.66)
Posted by Frihed89 on 2014-11-19, 14:35:24 (62.44.134.101)
Yes, I just loved the "debate" over Allnic Audio D5000 DAC sound vs. measurements. The Dac chip it uses shouldn't behave like that and the 3A5 tubes are on the output side, so they shouldn't affect th .......
2: Re: Please do not put words in my mouth (7.66)
Posted by Robert H. on 2004-08-27, 10:26:14 (216.191.148.170)
Rubbish excuse as usual. In the last few years, there are quite a few DIY kits that have become virtually mainstream products, directly competing with major brands. The AN kits - the DIY Hi-Fi kits - .......
3: "How is this any different than vinyl?" (7.59)
Posted by Beetlemania on 2011-08-17, 07:13:40 (166.2.89.51)
Good point. I have my TT on a Jon Risch DIY sandbox - makes a nice difference. It seems to me, however, that computer audio is an order of magnitude worse. Choosing and tweaking a DAC is only the begi .......
4: RE: it looks like a freaking museum! (6.02)
Posted by josh358 on 2010-07-03, 14:27:57 (64.252.182.20)
I'd take your point about systems engineering a step further -- the systems are in many cases broken in the first place. The limitations of TOSLINK, for example, or of USB DAC's that slave to the comp .......
5: RE: "...Stereophile's readership." (5.50)
Posted by Tony Lauck on 2011-08-17, 12:08:54 (65.19.76.104)
"For example, the use of SSD's, analog power supplies, specially-selected cables, and so forth can't control jitter as effectively as a properly designed asynchronous reclocking circuit, which should .......
6: RE: "...Stereophile's readership." (5.21)
Posted by josh358 on 2011-08-17, 11:25:08 (64.252.130.180)
Well, I don't know what you meant by your post, though. My fault, no doubt, but I have difficulty with statements such as "I think you took liberties with the core motivation of the original post and .......
7: RE: The China Tariff-For me (5.03)
Posted by fmak on 2018-09-22, 04:04:21 (31.153.13.110)
My purchases have nothing to do with tariffs and far more to do with manufacturer support for breakdowns. I won't buy US made stuff any more because of the cost and hassle of returns for service. For .......
8: RE: Are you trying to bait John Marks ? (4.72)
Posted by Spendor Harbeth on 2009-09-28, 10:12:47 (70.95.249.62)
I actually would not have a clue. I first heard of it when my best audiophile bud bought his a few years ago based on JA's review and follow ups. We often have discussions about how the pro and consum .......
9: Re: Is stereophile serving audiophiles or audio manufacturers? (4.68)
Posted by tavegia@bellsouth.net on 2005-05-22, 16:02:01 (68.19.31.202)
In a free-market society I fail to see the relevance? Just how far from mainstream is DIY? Since the music delivery system is now downloading over quality do you think these same people will build an .......
10: Re: With which source material and componentry (4.35)
Posted by Chris on 2004-06-12, 07:55:41 (69.134.5.254)
Well, for speakers, I have B&W CDM-9nt, some 2-way Dynaudio DIY monitors, and Magnepan MG12s (I like to swap from time to time). They are wired with 18gauge high quality magnet wires. Interconnects ar .......
11: It's been a tough 10 years for the magazines (3.71)
Posted by rbolaw on 2010-04-28, 17:16:33 (173.54.53.241)
The high end audio industry was basically left stranded when the mainstream consumer audio industry was absorbed by the electronic home entertainment industry. Much if the high end has become a fragme .......
12: Some thought on the Toshiba 3950 (3.39)
Posted by John Swenson on 2004-07-02, 01:10:58 (24.6.199.104)
JA, SK, JM and others that have gotten intrigued by the hoopla over the 3950/3960, I thought I'd give a little history and whats going on here. I seem to have been one of the unintentional instigators .......
13: Re: John Atkinson's AES Paper Dealt With This (3.35)
Posted by Dan Banquer on 2004-06-18, 05:24:31 (192.160.103.148)
Hi John; I think you have forgotten one thing. Below was a post I put up a few months ago. The lack of response from designers and manufacturers was duly noted. d.b. GROUNDING PRACTI .......
14: Re: I've heard some gear sound *vastly* different, but some not. (1.80)
Posted by Dan Banquer on 2004-10-03, 04:22:06 (151.203.239.103)
Perhaps you have forgotten grounding, and perhaps you have forgotton the experiment we did almost 10 years ago. Let me repost this and refresh your memory: d.b. GROUNDING PRACTICES IN CONSUMER A .......
15: No "need" but it would not hurt (1.80)
Posted by John Marks on 2006-08-19, 19:58:18 (72.82.4.111)
Hi- I speak only for myself here. And I am speaking in general terms, not about Teresa or you or anyone else. And "success" depends upon how you define success. It is highly unlikely that you will eve .......
16: Re: "Perhaps you refuse to understand the basics. (1.80)
Posted by Dan Banquer on 2005-07-28, 09:25:54 (192.160.103.175)
"although that same piece will behave differently elsewhere. And that's why reviews are practically useless." Until this business recognizes that the absolute lack of any grounding standard is the maj .......
17: Here is a ton of anti-CD quotes, have fun. (1.74)
Posted by Teresa on 2012-09-07, 06:50:32 (24.205.98.160)
Here are a ton of anti-CD quotes I've collected, the first one is from Harry Pearson of the Absolute Sound, the second from Tom Jung of DMP Records, Mark Levinson comments are at the end, plus there a .......
Found 200 records in Digital Drive.
1: RE: diy v. storebought DAC (9.21)
Posted by vman71 on 2009-12-04, 05:50:56 (63.125.4.210)
While I can't compare my DIY tube DAC against the Benchmark DAC (I've never heard it), I'll tell you that my DIY DAC is fantastic. If I look at the price I paid for it used vs. the going price of a us .......
2: Re: Budget DAC (9.21)
Posted by Frank25 on 2006-12-30, 10:12:52 (69.123.24.133)
Are you at al interested in DIY?? There are a bunch of nice DIY dacs in the $500 range. The Scott Nixon dac, DDDAC, Diy Paradise, Audio Sector...etc. .......
3: Philips CD634- suggest DIY DAC or is it worth it? (8.34)
Posted by Ferd on 2002-05-05, 14:37:33 (209.5.59.87)
I just picked up a used Philips CD634 for next to nothing. Sounds OK using analogue out. Is it worth trying a DAC with this rig? If so, is there a cheap DAC (DIY or otherwise) around that might get me .......
4: RE: diy v. storebought DAC (7.76)
Posted by Will2 on 2009-12-02, 17:48:10 (199.172.214.178)
I'd go for a Buffalo32s. I believe it is noticeably better than the Benchmark. You could put a feeler out for one on one of the DIY Forums - there might well be people who want to sell one, looking to .......
5: Re: DIY a/d converter plans? (7.74)
Posted by Clayton Oxendine on 2000-03-20, 08:53:54 (166.82.50.39)
Go here. DIY DAC's .......
6: Re: Cheap DIY DAC (7.34)
Posted by NEAR SOTA on 2002-11-24, 22:16:23 (172.164.186.105)
Post at DIY\Tweeks BB .......
7: DIY from Patents (7.21)
Posted by Todd Krieger on 2005-01-16, 20:51:41 (68.3.141.191)
I constructed a DIY "Taddeo Digital Antidote" circuit with premium components, which I think is a revelation when combined with the Benchmark DAC1 DAC. (More transparent than the stock DAII.) Now the .......
8: DIY DAC (7.07)
Posted by TT on 2001-02-25, 09:18:58 (202.140.97.50)
Has anyone built DIY DAC from the following web ? 1. from diyaudio.de DAC4 which use CS8420, CS8415 and then CS4396 2. http://www.geocities.com/d_broadhurst/ which use CS8420, DF1704 and then PCM1704 .......
9: Re: DIY DAC (7.03)
Posted by DanG on 2002-09-10, 16:22:05 (137.165.210.76)
Unfortunately, no, that isn't an option. I'm no DIY guy :( Thanks for the recommendation though, Chris. Dan Moderator, Head-Fi .......
10: Best DAC DIY kit under 1K. (6.96)
Posted by thomasvincent on 2002-01-27, 14:06:59 (64.197.80.145)
Hello everyone, I am looking for DAC kit DIY under 1K. Any sudgestion is appreciated. Kind regards, Thomas .......
11: DIY HIFI Satch DAC (6.92)
Posted by xaudiomanx@aol.com on 2008-02-03, 22:30:12 (69.112.192.140)
I am considering buying the DAC kit on DIY HIFI. it is called the Satch and I was wondering if anybody had any knowledge of it. It seems from the description that it can be configured in a few ways. A .......
12: RE: satch dac interest in australia (6.79)
Posted by bcherry on 2008-11-11, 16:21:59 (219.78.108.66)
Mike DIY is fine but mind not using our product name to promote your project? Possible names are infinite; why use ours? regards Brian Take control! DIY. .......
13: Infiltrated DIY DAC (6.75)
Posted by carlmart on 2001-07-22, 09:16:14 (200.255.83.10)
There's an idea I have that might work or not: putting a separate DAC inside a CD or DVD player. Have anyone done such a thing? There would be several advantages in doing so: 1) Using the same enclos .......
14: Anyone hear the DDDAC1543 Mk. 2 DAC? (6.66)
Posted by NOS NUT on 2006-04-02, 01:09:52 (216.15.123.39)
This is a DIY DAC, which seems to be popular among the DIY crowd. Can anyone tell me about its sound. I owned the Ack Dac, but sold it because I thought it was kinda limited in soundstage, bass, and s .......
15: Any PCM1792/4-based DIY DACs out there? (6.61)
Posted by Sampsa on 2004-06-17, 12:38:47 (128.59.215.197)
Does anyone know of a PCM1792/4-based DIY DAC? The smaller and simpler, the better. .......
16: Re: Opinions on this DAC please!!! (6.58)
Posted by C.B. on 2002-05-26, 06:15:39 (68.41.178.11)
This is obivously a DIY project, as you would have to supply a power supply and enclosure, plus the assembly. If you're committed to a DIY DAC, why not consider the Curcio Audio Engineering CD12V inst .......
17: Re: analogue sounding DAC (6.57)
Posted by Frank25 on 2007-01-31, 08:19:22 (69.123.24.133)
I think a NOS dac may be just what your looking for, they are the least digital sounding dacs Ive heard, and they are inexpensive and sound great. They are also very simple to build if your into DIY, .......
18: Re: 2nd a John Wright hotrodded DAC (6.57)
Posted by Oxia on 2004-04-27, 19:22:20 (199.243.43.22)
Hi Ron, Were did you get the battery power supply? Did John build it for you, or did you DIY? If it was DIY, could you please provide a description of the parts/design? Thanks! .......
19: RE: Gustard A18 DAC (6.56)
Posted by soundchekk on 2021-06-04, 10:20:20 (37.201.116.170)
Hi. For now I introduced a DIY "fuse". I basically soldered a solid silver wire into the caps of an old fuse. (you better know what you're doing!) I couldn't use the DAC fuse holder to push my DIY fus .......
20: Re: DIY DAC (6.47)
Posted by Dan W on 2001-02-25, 16:11:26 (209.63.9.75)
#2 looks very interesting. It would be a GREAT diy project and I like the design he describes. It would be a good $400 project for someone with some technical skills. Having not heard it, please take .......
21: HDCD Decoder - DIY Add-in? (6.40)
Posted by Paulo on 2001-05-31, 03:46:36 (213.108.31.4)
Hi Does anyone know if it is possible to add an HDCD decoder between an existing DAC and transport or between DAC and amp? I would like to experiment with HDCD without breaking the bank and this would .......
22: DIY Modded DAC-AH (6.36)
Posted by binoymehra on 2006-07-31, 10:43:29 (203.200.191.100)
DIY project is selling a mod version of DAC-AH at 235 Dollar. Has any body tried it . Is it much better than the basic version costing 135 dollar. What improvements have been done in the mod version? .......
23: my DIY experiecne (6.35)
Posted by Pat Wen on 2002-03-01, 20:11:23 (203.198.24.5)
Hi, I have just built another DIY DA using fairly good components (silver mica caps, holco resistor, teflon coated 32 ga soild silver wire (very very short runs) etc). It took ~two hours to complete t .......
24: RE: DSD DAC with no DAC Chip: What are my choices? (6.32)
Posted by Thorsten on 2014-08-09, 22:40:44 (109.123.78.82)
Hi, Well, there are a few options that do not use dedicated DAC Chip's, but are based around generic logic (be it FPGA's or other programmable logic or discrete logic IC's) commercial and DIY. Most im .......
25: I like DIY projects like this (6.29)
Posted by jedrider on 2020-04-20, 09:58:01 (148.87.23.11)
Difficulty factor is not really high. Making the case is about the most difficult part. Seems that you can get the whole DAC already made from SMSL or Topping, so I'm wondering whether it would be wor .......
26: Need digital IC recommendations (6.29)
Posted by bartc on 2006-11-27, 09:45:13 (66.123.70.161)
Just bought my first DAC, a Zhalou 2.5, and will open it over the holidays. Would like a decent but not overly expensive digital IC to use between my NAD 541i and the DAC. First, does anyone know of a .......
27: Re: good questions...taddeo himself thought it would be interesting to try... (6.23)
Posted by Joe LG on 2005-01-27, 15:54:38 (218.111.115.94)
Dear Tom, The description on Taddeo's web site prompted me to double check if the antidote is suitable for NONOS DAC. My system is a mix of old & new : 1) Fanless P4 PC running XP with Foobar using US .......
28: RE: DIY CD player ,, any site or company that sells the necessary parts ? (6.22)
Posted by RioTubes on 2008-07-29, 15:05:22 (164.67.114.133)
If you are open to building a top loading transport for a commercial or DIY DAC, then you might want to check this out... .......
29: Re: Which DAC-AH mod? (6.19)
Posted by Bob Mc on 2006-07-20, 15:45:25 (70.226.170.142)
Thanks for the suggestions. I'm about as handy with my hands as a giraffe, so I'm not sure how much DIY I can venture. On the other hand, a friend has in the past offered to help so I might start with .......
30: Local 24/96 DIY kit (6.19)
Posted by MB on 2003-01-14, 21:48:46 (202.166.126.227)
Hi Ken, I happened to view AHF Art Audio's DIY DAC at People's Park Complex. The PCB is very well built, and has all the functionality of Scott's DAC, and is available locally with local support. It's .......
31: RE: DAC's in the $200 - $300 range (6.17)
Posted by zacster on 2007-12-04, 10:17:38 (148.168.127.10)
I just bought an already built up Monica dac with a 6688 tube buffer stage. It sounds great and was cheap, well under $200. The cabinet alone was worth the price to me. The only problem I have is that .......
32: Did you also get the other goodies ? (6.15)
Posted by TT on 2001-01-11, 21:36:05 (152.158.214.65)
Did you get extra power supplies for your DAC ? I didnot own the P3A, I have this MSB link dac III. The standard form does not sound that excellent. But with the upsampling and the extra power supply, .......
33: RE: Transfering CDs to a digital drive (6.15)
Posted by AbeCollins on 2020-02-16, 19:44:01 (73.78.200.105)
Everything that I and PAR mentioned are "off the shelf" solutions. None of it is what you call DIY. No one here suggested building a PC. No one suggested writing ones own software. No one suggested b .......
34: Proceed PDP-3, What D/A chip it uses? (6.13)
Posted by ceriatone@gmail.com on 2009-12-09, 16:03:27 (89.216.148.171)
The reason I am asking is I had on loan a Levinson designed, DIY built DAC I loved immensely. That DAC has 2x PCM 1702 chips, one per channel. It seriously smoked my beloved Altmann DAC, at least for .......
35: Re: need help.. how to do discrete output (eliminate opamps) w/ a non-voltage output dac chip (6.06)
Posted by Charles Hansen on 2005-12-05, 08:17:41 (204.144.130.66)
You should ask this question on the "Digital" forum of DIY Audio. Be sure to include the part number of the device in question. .......
36: eBay Diy Dacs - Repost (6.05)
Posted by jtmjtm2001 on 2009-04-16, 01:07:31 (71.59.234.10)
I had the admin removed my post because I entered my email address in the moniker field. Thank you Rod Morris. This one will be a lot shorter than the first one. On with the post... I have noticed a f .......
37: Re: I can not find the dac at Audio Sector's website. Any links? (6.05)
Posted by JB on 2006-11-06, 06:11:49 (65.101.175.18)
Its not at the audiosector web site . The DIY version is buried in the 150 pages of his DIYAUDIO thread on about page 17 or 18 . It's really not a commercial offering it's for DIY . I think his assemb .......
38: DDAC 1543 - anyone here build one and compare to others? (6.03)
Posted by pburke on 2003-11-10, 10:22:05 (144.92.164.196)
very interesting DIY project. I've been thinking about the Ack! DAC, but the DIY'er in me wants to build someting himself. This one was brought to my attention in the Bottlehead forum. Battery powered .......
39: DIY DAc (5.99)
Posted by fortranca on 2005-02-21, 15:29:25 (216.145.99.10)
almost finished building a DIY DAC and wanted to know if I should use 75 ohm digital cable for my digital out , or should I use regular 18 guage tin plated copper stranded cable the length of cable fr .......
40: Re: Most natural, neutral and transparent 75 Ohms digital IC ? (nt) (5.90)
Posted by miles on 2001-02-10, 17:20:49 (24.49.23.77)
I tried the "mystery cable" from Music Direct to replace a 1506a DIY digital cable with a shielded braid. I didn't want to like it cause It costs a hundred bucks and my DIY was almost free. There's no .......
41: Re: .What are you using for CD playback? (5.90)
Posted by Thorsten on 2001-11-29, 15:51:46 (194.117.133.118)
Hi, CD playback is via various things, depending upon what is around. At the moment an upgrded Philips LHH-1000 DAC with a Teac P-500 as transport or a Pioneer DVD-Player. Non of the gear is stock, bu .......
42: RE: DAC and CD Kits? (5.85)
Posted by troporobo on 2011-04-22, 17:08:04 (202.8.230.26)
DIY HiFi Supply has a 24/192 DAC kit. It is USB only I've built stuff from both this outfit and Hagerman, and while I am perfectly satisfied with my DIY HFS gear, would probably choose Hagerman first .......
43: DIY coax for Bel Canto DAC1--any experiences? (5.80)
Posted by rhyno on 2001-03-17, 10:50:02 (65.64.245.193)
so i'm about to get the Bel Canto DAC1.1 and i was hoping someone could point me in the right direction about which materials in a DIY coax cable did and did not match up well with this DAC. any exper .......
44: RE: NOS DACs -- looking for suggestions (5.75)
Posted by RioTubes on 2007-11-09, 16:29:15 (164.67.114.133)
I recall that overview and like it. Thanks for posting the link. Greg, you didn't mention price? But you did mention audio note. So there is a spectrum of price points suggested on this thread. Also, .......
45: Not most DIY dacs, just a small number (5.75)
Posted by Slider on 2006-06-01, 23:05:13 (66.42.1.233)
Although Deode Douma's DDDAC seems to have become quite popular. It's somewhat similar to another approach that is popular in DIY land, that's using a very high speed asynchronous clock in the DAC, ma .......
46: "...and the output cap removed/jumpered,"... (5.73)
Posted by Doug Schroeder on 2011-12-21, 17:39:22 (72.128.93.6)
Joe, a few thoughts/qestions... I'm curious, what is the name of the cheapie $300 DAC? Is this a finished DAC or a DIY kit? If you had to solder in the opamps in the $300 DAC, then your post is for .......
47: Linear Power Supply for Geshelli AKM DAC (5.71)
Posted by wgraft5 on 2022-12-07, 20:22:18 (47.5.227.117)
New to Audio Asylum looking for a +12v DC linear power supply for Geshelli AKM DAC. I saw a post by one of the members here recommending a linear power supply but no examples or link to one. Prebuilt .......
48: DIY DAC board kit / CD PRO 2 (5.71)
Posted by Bob Obo on 2002-06-17, 19:00:29 (24.69.255.204)
Anyone interested in a DIY DAC board set? try: http://www.diyaudio.com/forums/showthread.php?s=&threadid=4054 and http://www.diyaudio.com/forums/showthread.php?s=&threadid=3013 for DAC info. The board .......
49: DIY or BolderCables? (5.70)
Posted by tsranga on 2001-08-22, 18:54:07 (192.18.187.147)
Sean Considering that I am not a DIY perso, it is a no-brainer to go with the BolderCables ICs? Also, I have to replace two pairs of ICs - from the Di/O to the pre and from the pre- to the amp - that' .......
50: my diy DA (5.67)
Posted by Vuki on 2002-03-03, 02:44:55 (193.110.70.192)
Yesterday I also put one together. It's really nice device. I'm using DIY nonoversampling TDA1541 dac and although Thorsten said that DA should not be an improvement for such dacs, it really "naturali .......
51: Is 24Vdc Power Supply Worth the Upgrade? (5.65)
Posted by 5th Beatle on 2011-05-03, 10:36:50 (4.154.127.171)
Some DIY phono stages, DAC, amps, and pre-amps recommend 15-16Volt wall warts. Have also seen ready-built product recommending the upgrade to 24Volt power supply. Is the upgrade vastly superior sound- .......
52: NONOS DAC: dAck! vs TDA1541 (5.58)
Posted by RioTubes on 2005-06-11, 21:46:52 (68.66.68.41)
Want to experiment with non-oversampling, filterless DAC new or used under/around $1K. dAck! has built up quite a following among AA inmates. Popular dac chips for non-os dacs seem to be tda1543 (nixo .......
53: Problems on the PCB (5.54)
Posted by Xenithon on 2009-01-10, 22:54:27 (196.2.124.248)
I took the DAC to a technician. We found some erratic behaviour, including some major ripple in what looks to be the voltage stabilizers, as well as ripple at the left output jack. I have put together .......
54: ...apply HD-14 and DIY Roller Blocks...call me in the morning (5.53)
Posted by PeAK on 2004-05-15, 08:09:17 (64.7.158.161)
Vivid, Trust me on this one as a Tosh 3950 owner with a "just acquired" beautiful rendered tone on CDs. The image below shows the orange HD-14 cable running verically from my amp and the 3950 on Rolle .......
55: Re: DIY dac??? (5.52)
Posted by Ted Smith on 2003-09-02, 02:16:14 (4.5.105.216)
Howdy I'll resist the urge to say 'do a search', but: A Google search ( http://www.google.com/search?q=BB+PCM63 ) netted http://vinyl.and.triodes.net/diy/dac/dac.htm , http://hjem.get2net.dk/aaholm_au .......
56: Right now....... (5.51)
Posted by -Steve on 2001-03-13, 19:05:54 (15.252.66.74)
-Stock CEC TL5100Z (on a 80lb granite slab) as a transport via -DIY Belden 1694A SPDIF cable to -Audio Note DAC 1.1 (modified) via -Audio Note AN-V interconnect to -DIY WE VT-52 SETA with Tango Permal .......
57: RE: Any good DAC kits on ebay? (5.51)
Posted by jeffjazz@pwaccess.com on 2010-05-15, 20:18:24 (68.37.213.44)
Yep this one has a following on the DIY site http://www.diyaudio.com/forums/digital-line-level/137976-experience-diy-dac.html Over 100 pages of posts on it and it is only around $150. I have a couple .......
58: RE: REVIEW: Adcom GDA-700 DAC Processors (5.48)
Posted by glen33 on 2010-04-09, 07:39:20 (75.75.178.17)
I think the problem with the GDA-700 is the analog stage, I had one and sold it. IF you are DIY savy there are good alternatives that you could mod it with (see DIYAUDIO Pass D1analog stage). If you a .......
59: RE: Opus DAC listening impressions (5.48)
Posted by analog_sa on 2007-12-07, 04:50:14 (198.54.202.226)
I'm sure the Opus is quite nice. Still, with no audiophile components $450 seems like a really poor value. I've built similar in complexity Dacs for not much more than $100. Around $450 there is a lar .......
60: Re: I would have to save a LONG LONG time... (5.42)
Posted by juanitox on 2007-02-20, 13:20:04 (86.69.85.87)
sorry , i didn't know that "money factor" .. in 2020 i hope the kind of dac we use would have disapear... under 1000 $ you could find many good dac such as dac like ackdack , altmaan attraction dac, .......
61: Re: Mark Levinson 37/ CEC TL-1X, DIY high end CD transport, what would you use? (5.40)
Posted by jimmyjames on 2002-01-30, 06:56:07 (149.173.6.25)
I don't know about DIY unless you are considering buying a cd rom drive and using for audio. The ML 37 is an awesome piece of equipment when you consider it can be bought for less than $2000 used. I k .......
62: I'm new here. Some DAC related questions (5.40)
Posted by KGW on 2002-02-27, 12:25:56 (130.20.28.33)
This is my first post to this asylum. I finally have some nice amps, speakers and analogue source. Now my digital end needs work. As I built pretty much everything else, I want to build a nice DAC and .......
63: Best DIY DAC board 2020 (5.33)
Posted by andy evans on 2020-04-20, 09:54:32 (31.185.253.9)
I just upgraded my ES9023 to a AK4490 and it sounds quite a bit better. These are both now a few generations back. So where are we in 2020? Most of the DIY DACs are Chinese and advertised on eBay or A .......
64: I am interested, but I am looking for a design with newer chips (5.32)
Posted by TT on 2001-02-11, 03:51:43 (202.140.97.50)
I am a non professional DIY, No EE degree, just a guy with interest and no money on mega bucks latest DAC. The approach of the design really sound. I like the part about Tube output, the part about re .......
65: RE: satch dac interest in australia (5.32)
Posted by mike tame on 2008-11-11, 18:05:41 (210.50.243.180)
Hi Brian Do you plan to release a version or your dac as per the lampizator mods? I will be using the DIY dac purchased from you. Or do you have people to build for us? .......
66: I'm new here. Some DAC related questions (5.29)
Posted by KGW on 2002-02-27, 12:25:56 (130.20.28.33)
This is my first post to this asylum. I finally have some nice amps, speakers and analogue source. Now my digital end needs work. As I built pretty much everything else, I want to build a nice DAC and .......
67: Re: DIY dac??? (5.28)
Posted by justaguy on 2003-09-03, 18:32:56 (207.34.68.219)
thanx for the try, but I've alreadt been there. I may end up modding an old dac I can get for cheap. stew .......
68: Re: Cheap Used DAC Recommendations to Hold Me Until SACD? (5.28)
Posted by yD on 2000-09-11, 13:35:24 (129.105.41.19)
If you enjoyed building your Foreplay, maybe you'd be interested in a DIY DAC - check out SDS labs' page if you haven't already. http://quadesl.com/dac.shtml .......
69: Re: Makers of non-oversampled digital. (5.25)
Posted by Derick on 2003-12-10, 18:53:27 (203.167.1.119)
>>>There is one more current manufacturer selling a kit for a NOS DAC with tubed-output stage, but I can't rememeber their name or re-locate them on the web. ---- Hi, I don't know if it is the one by .......
70: Re: Have you compared non-upsampling DACs? (5.24)
Posted by Kuei Yang Wang on 2004-01-21, 06:07:27 (62.6.139.12)
Konnichiwa, Having played with a lot of DIY Versions and one or two commercial ones, I'd expect the Zanden to be any bit as good as it's claimed to be and then some. I also played with the AN Kit DAC, .......
71: I auditioned the PerfectWave (5.20)
Posted by jusbe on 2015-09-26, 01:38:24 (210.54.39.6)
before I bought my R-2R DAC (1704K, similar to ahendler's). Didn't work for me. Glad I stuck with multibit. Audio-gd and Lite Audio may still have a few specimens left but they are being snapped up fa .......
72: Re: DAC suggestions (5.14)
Posted by Guido Tent on 2002-07-21, 04:16:38 (212.61.5.184)
Hi If you consider DIY you may look at our DAC page. Guido .......
73: I like the HagDac, $500 for the dac but you have to DIY an enclosure. (5.14)
Posted by orpheus on 2006-03-13, 22:53:29 (24.188.49.99)
Hagerman made a tube dac, called the Chime that is available as a kit or finished product ($1000 or $1800 respectively). The DAC component of that kit is available seperately, and has an on board opam .......
74: Re: What are the advantages of a tube CD player or DAC? (5.12)
Posted by wildmonkeysects on 2001-03-16, 18:22:04 (24.4.254.56)
Most "tube" DACs still use soiled state monolithic slopamps for the I/V conversion [ usually without deglitching ], and add a tube buffer to "sweeten up" things. Not to mention adding a warm glow and .......
75: PCM-63-DAC without oversampling ? (5.10)
Posted by Frank on 2001-10-03, 14:33:46 (213.168.92.223)
I am wondering, if anybody realized a DIY-PCM63 DAC without oversapling similar to the 1541 based of Thorsten. If yes, please send me your schema. Thanks & Best Regards .......
76: Re: DIY DAC board kit / CD PRO 2 (5.08)
Posted by Cobra2 on 2002-06-18, 09:27:43 (217.70.229.50)
I have just assembled the DAC-pcb, easy, looks promising, I'm waiting for a new analog stage at the moment. Arne K .......
77: Re: CDP or DAC? (5.08)
Posted by pburke on 2004-07-30, 10:06:28 (144.92.40.31)
how about some DIY? are you up to it? $300-400 and some time with the soldering gun can get you a DAC that'll take on those with $1500+ price tags... Peter .......
78: Re: What to make of this??? (5.08)
Posted by Gmood1 on 2005-12-27, 13:17:52 (209.86.136.191)
Yeah some are DIY or assembled or both like the Audio Sector Dac.I know this glorified Dac put an Arcam DV27 in its place.LOL .......
79: +1 My vote too for a basic streamer or simple DIY RPI (5.08)
Posted by AbeCollins on 2022-03-25, 12:23:13 (73.229.163.4)
- Joe already stated that he has Audirvana on a Mac which is an outstanding player and library manager. - Joe already stated that he has an excellent outboard USB DAC. I can't understand the knee jerk .......
80: ...how many hours before review? (5.03)
Posted by rogerbrubaker on 2004-06-01, 21:35:59 (12.72.120.38)
...the reason I ask is my Pulsars are still sounding better after 250+ hours. It took a solid 200 hours before I even began to realize their potential. "Damn!!! This is what I paid for!" This though i .......
81: The Monica DAC... (5.02)
Posted by kstagger on 2007-12-05, 05:48:38 (68.74.143.242)
from diyparadise is a NOS DAC that is extremely smooth. Lacking a little in detail it is still very musical. Mostly a DIY affair, sometimes Yeo sells completed units. .......
82: Re: TDA1541A Crown Mark DAC Chip (5.00)
Posted by Thorsten on 2001-06-13, 05:52:53 (195.99.125.204)
Hi, >Anybody still using player/DAC with this chip ? I do. Plans for making a non oversampling DAC using this chip are on my webpage, I have just received the first cut Circuit Boards for a commercial .......
83: Re: ART DIO Wall Wart? (4.99)
Posted by Jay S on 2003-01-11, 22:58:11 (203.198.49.92)
I second what Jackman says. I have a bybee'd power supply from Wayne, along with a DI/o that he has highly modified. What can I say other than that it is more detailed, more transparent, with silkier .......
84: I'm not mistaken... (4.99)
Posted by carolus on 2003-09-06, 11:47:29 (68.99.219.121)
Audio Note DAC 1.2 was the kit that suceeded the DAC 1.1 kit. The DIY kits appear to have been an offshoot the 1.1x line. .......
85: RE: I'm breaking down: where to get a Marantz CD 67 type modded (4.99)
Posted by pars on 2008-03-13, 16:42:09 (71.194.6.55)
"Another cheap mod is to buy sockets and replace the opamps after the DAC with OPA2134." The OPA2134 wouldn't even be on my list of opamps that I would consider for I/V... in headphone use, these hard .......
86: Re: Entry CDPs or DAC? (4.97)
Posted by agram on 2003-03-23, 20:18:01 (66.53.72.102)
you might consider an ART DI/O dac from full compas for $125.00 as a start.....plewnty in this forums archives for DIY improvements/mods .......
87: RE: Looking for a DAC (4.97)
Posted by saltyflies on 2007-09-19, 11:47:17 (69.141.138.143)
You’re describing more of what I hear in Non-OS (non-oversampling) units. Check out the DIY Paradise Monica 2 DAC. There's a review out there that compares it to several others that worth googling for .......
88: RE: Help with low level noise problem with AN DAC 3.1 (4.97)
Posted by quirck on 2010-09-18, 22:34:51 (82.73.159.202)
Hi, Try 10pF cap from Latch (pin 11 and 14) to ground. Helped in my own DIY DAC, won't hurt. .......
89: Re: DIY dac??? (4.97)
Posted by justaguy on 2003-09-03, 04:28:10 (207.34.68.219)
or maybe mod an old one to no over sampling? stew .......
90: RE: Line Magnetic CD 215 as Transport with Audio Note DAC (4.95)
Posted by Johno on 2018-08-19, 17:32:13 (1.125.109.159)
Just be aware the CD Pro 2 is no longer being manufactured meaning the mechanisms will sky rocket in price over the coming decade. But the laser & motor are available separately & DIY replaceable. I h .......
91: Re: DIY or BolderCables? (4.94)
Posted by Sean H on 2001-08-22, 20:51:29 (24.4.252.209)
> Considering that I am not a DIY perso, it is a no-brainer to go > with the BolderCables ICs? If you are interested in DIY cables but you feel you just aren't up to making them yourself, then yes I'd .......
92: Re: Philips CD634- suggest DIY DAC or is it worth it? (4.93)
Posted by loomis on 2002-05-05, 21:28:55 (24.166.32.67)
Does that player have the tda1541 dac inside, as well as the saa7220 chipset? If yes, there are all kinds of mods for this player. shoot me an email. .......
93: slaving transport to DAC (4.93)
Posted by Joe Murphy Jr on 2005-06-14, 21:42:56 (68.222.113.62)
Is it possible to DIY? What I mean is this: if a DAC was not built for this type of operation in mind, can it be modified to operate as a master to the transport? .......
94: Re: Cheap DIY DAC (4.93)
Posted by Lyle on 2002-11-24, 14:40:23 (24.114.179.45)
I'd rather build one myself for around 100-200$ US .......
95: NPC chips for dac (4.90)
Posted by vicf1 on 2001-06-20, 19:53:54 (206.47.244.55)
I'm looking for NPC SM5843AP digital filter for a diy dac. Can any one help me find these chips? Thanks.......Vic .......
96: Re: DIY dac??? (4.88)
Posted by justaguy on 2003-09-06, 23:51:47 (207.34.68.219)
are you Dan Wright of tuner and mod fame? .......
97: Re: Which DAC should I try (4.85)
Posted by MylesJ on 2003-12-30, 17:28:12 (69.19.29.72)
I had come across this design looking for DIY DACs. It is definitely in my price range and I will check it out further. Thanks .......
98: Re: Dac shootout need coax cable, suggestions (4.85)
Posted by zanash on 2006-05-17, 23:35:33 (62.254.0.30)
if you diy ....email me ! .......
99: RE: Lite DAC-AH -- no sound at all (4.85)
Posted by Henry on 2009-01-13, 21:50:37 (202.175.122.179)
thanks for you all. i think i may keep the chassis and think on using it as another diy project...... .......
100: RE: Raspberry pi and dac (4.85)
Posted by Bob_C on 2016-09-30, 14:28:08 (108.29.40.178)
I have seen that also. There is conversation on Diy. Some good comments so far. .......
101: What if I don't have either ballanced or toslink? (4.85)
Posted by Chris_F on 2005-09-26, 09:50:14 (129.86.240.204)
My Marantz player only has the RCA style digital out. I was assuming I could make a DIY digital cable to connect ballanced (I assume XLR) digital to RCA digital. Is this not a good idea for some reaso .......
102: If you are willing to do a little DIY (4.83)
Posted by kstagger on 2007-09-20, 12:19:20 (68.74.143.242)
the RAKK DAC from K&K Audio is excellent - if you go the 'passive output' stage then you can build it for ~$750 + parts for case, RCA jacks, wire, etc I can also recommend (as others have) the Monica .......
103: RE: I like DIY projects like this (4.82)
Posted by andy evans on 2020-04-20, 10:06:39 (31.185.253.9)
Good to hear from you. I'm stuck at home like most of us, so catching up with audio builds. Just finished a PSU for my AK4490 DAC and it's sounding nice. So I'm on a roll here and already thinking of .......
104: As a manufacturer, or DIY? (4.80)
Posted by Djhymn on 2010-08-10, 15:29:55 (67.182.151.184)
On the DIY side, if built from scratch, the cost should be minimal. The tranny(s) will be the most expensive part, and you can spend 600.00 + on tranny's, if you want to go that far, but "regular" tra .......
105: Re: MSB Link DAC III mods. How far can you go ? (4.80)
Posted by HarryB on 2001-03-09, 23:35:33 (24.4.252.16)
I suggest you do a search of the Tweak/DIY page. .......
106: Re: Philips CD634- suggest DIY DAC or is it worth it? (4.80)
Posted by Ferd on 2002-05-06, 06:26:19 (216.221.81.98)
I'll check the specs when I get home. Thanks .......
107: Re: Cheap DIY DAC (4.80)
Posted by NEAR SOTA on 2002-11-24, 14:30:43 (172.175.110.182)
Have a modified ART DIO Dac .Do a serch on it.There are a few good used units around which I was considering.Cal Sigma and Perpetual Audio I can remember off the top of my head. Good Luck! ::: TOPIC:: .......
108: DIY CD player (4.80)
Posted by twystd on 2000-10-24, 12:24:30 (209.99.59.97)
I was hoping I could get some advice and or recommendations on a direction to go for a good DIY CD player. I would like to give my background of experience (not much) with the audio world. I'm a newbi .......
109: Jon, (4.79)
Posted by chiggy on 2002-05-21, 18:42:31 (172.169.132.94)
tell us more about the DIY dac. regards, chiggy .......
110: Re: Local 24/96 DIY kit (4.78)
Posted by KenTan on 2003-01-15, 02:02:34 (202.95.73.54)
Thanks for the info. Checked their web page but there is no pricing on the non-oversampling tube DAC. All I see is their 24/96 DAC. .......
111: RE: Opus DAC listening impressions (4.78)
Posted by PJN on 2007-12-07, 08:12:40 (198.50.63.15)
I have to agree with you that 2nd hand is cheaper than DIY. I had bought the parts for the DAC over a period of time, and to tell the truth I was a little surprized when I tallied up all of the costs, .......
112: Probably, but ... (4.77)
Posted by TeddiJackEddie on 2013-04-03, 06:47:56 (74.111.121.153)
From your profile, I can tell you're a DIY guy like me. We can't leave anything alone. But adding a DAC, as you know, would involve all kinds of wires, extra power supplies, etc., and you might end up .......
113: Tri-Vista DAC power cord upgrade (4.77)
Posted by davehg on 2005-01-31, 21:53:45 (69.29.208.26)
I installed a Cardas Golden Reference power cord in place of the PC I was using on my Tri-Vista DAC (I had swapped the stock cord with a DIY "Asylum" cable I had made). WOWEE. I noticed the same diffe .......
114: Cheap DIY DAC (4.75)
Posted by Lyle on 2002-11-24, 08:16:32 (24.114.179.45)
I have a sony CDP-C900 that I want to build a DAC for it only has a toslink output though so I was wondering which DAC I should build and if I should build or buy a toslink to coax converter. I dont w .......
115: RE: IF you want a DAC to play normal "redbook" cds then you shouldn't buy the latest and greatest... (4.75)
Posted by knewton on 2014-04-15, 08:00:45 (72.86.136.102)
The DIY DAC design community suspect that Metrum use the 16-bit T.I. DAC8581 chip. .......
116: Re: Link DAC - power supply cap suggestion (4.73)
Posted by Paul K. on 2000-07-27, 09:20:26 (198.184.16.57)
Aaron, Daryl and others, Another power supply cap to consider strongly is the Panasonic TSHA or TSHB series. The Panasonic TSHA and TSHB are compact-sized caps that feature long life and high ripple c .......
117: Re: DIY CD-PRO2 on Audiogon... (4.72)
Posted by rosconey on 2005-01-02, 01:28:29 (64.136.26.225)
i pointed it out last week-does look like a awsome unit for a transport-i think they have a better dac available soon .......
118: RE: DAC 3.1 Balanced and up (4.71)
Posted by TubeDriver on 2011-07-12, 12:25:38 (156.40.92.132)
Some of the DIY non-oversampling NOS DACs have a sound similar to the OP request. .......
119: Re: Budget DAC (4.71)
Posted by Gmood1 on 2006-12-30, 17:38:16 (64.136.49.228)
There are many that run the SBs with Dacs.You can contact Peter Daniel of Audio Sector about the Dac. He can build you one on request if you're not into the DIY thing. I must admit I haven't ran mine .......
120: Re: DAC not discontinued (4.70)
Posted by Gmood1 on 2005-10-29, 15:31:32 (64.136.49.228)
No this Dac was just released in March of 2005.You can go to the link to learn more or just email Peter Daniel about it. .......
121: RE: No off-the-shelf DAC chip(s) (4.70)
Posted by Dynobot on 2013-02-08, 06:56:35 (75.131.20.113)
Are you suggesting Chord did this or are you simply showing that DIY Dac chip manufacturing can be done by anyone with proper access to materials? Either way, I'd like to know more about Chord's chip .......
122: Re: Why Wima Caps? (4.70)
Posted by Jack Neber on 2000-03-30, 10:08:09 (209.154.157.3)
Where can the TNT DIY Dac be found? Jack .......
123: Has anybody made a stand alone(DAC free) HDCD filter? (4.69)
Posted by badman on 2001-03-17, 01:53:25 (128.6.246.29)
Has anybody here made a stand alone HDCD decoder/filter without a DAC? I've got a 20 bit DAC, and as my first stand alone DIY device, I'd like to make a HDCD filter/processor to go before my dac. If i .......
124: It never Ends! (4.69)
Posted by Gobeil on 2001-08-08, 17:50:03 (24.112.133.75)
While thinking about a possible purchase of the Signature 3.1 DAC from the Parts Connection I made the mistake of surfing. Has anyone heard an X-DAC 3.24 or XD5 DAC? They sound like a builders paradic .......
125: Re: good DIY DAC kit/ still with TDA 1541, very interesting!! (4.69)
Posted by onestrikeforce on 2003-01-24, 12:53:02 (142.59.117.136)
Curcio still uses the Philips/Signetics TDA 1541 as DAC Processor. Very interesting!! .......
126: TDA1545 vs TDA1541 (4.67)
Posted by PW on 2002-01-15, 09:35:54 (203.198.2.7)
What are the main difference between them? Which one is more desirable as a DIY non-oversampling DAC? Thanks PW .......
127: RE: CAL Sigma II - old DAC needs upgrades (4.67)
Posted by PeterI on 2008-01-10, 12:53:00 (75.166.9.115)
Thanks for the tip. I am a DIY (read: budget) upgrader. Pete .......
128: Re: Hopefully not too tired: Benchmark DAC1 vs Bel Canto DAC 2 (4.67)
Posted by scruffy_ on 2005-11-30, 14:52:34 (149.142.112.3)
I did try both but I cannot really comment due to a lot of other changes that occurred in between. In my current setup the Bel Canto is doing a fine job with the mids when used in conjunction with a T .......
129: Re: Dawnrazor... (4.66)
Posted by Dawnrazor on 2007-02-02, 16:13:00 (24.7.101.62)
JH, This is a difficult question, as there are many many answers and it is hard to know which ones are the best. However, IMHO, the convenience and streaming off a hard disk is well worth the pursuit. .......
130: Re: DIY Modded DAC-AH (4.65)
Posted by binoymehra on 2006-08-01, 05:12:07 (203.200.191.100)
May please tell how the output stage can be modded easily? Further I am using a budget DVD player now . will DAC-AH in it's stock form or the 235 dollar version bring about good change? .......
131: Re: Probably Not (4.65)
Posted by Derick on 2003-07-16, 15:47:52 (203.167.26.188)
Hi, Have you listened to the Pearl Transport? Is it worse? Might get one used and use it with a DIY non-os DAC. Thanks. Derick .......
132: Newbie DAC question (4.63)
Posted by Stubby on 2003-01-08, 19:54:27 (142.165.99.127)
If one decides to go to a seperate DAC do you have to open up the conventional CD player and eliminate its internal DAC or do you just go line out from the CD player and further" refine or process" th .......
133: RE: Ready for the plunge into streaming... (4.63)
Posted by wheezer on 2020-10-05, 11:38:12 (76.108.148.222)
A DIY DDDAC stacked chip which needs some work to get running. Another old dac lite AH which I modded the crap out of just blew one of it's chips (TDA1543) and I await replacement from China. That le .......
134: Looks like it was made by IKEA to me. :0) (4.63)
Posted by chris.redmond2@bushinternet.com on 2004-10-05, 13:33:18 (80.41.53.24)
Minimalism taken to the extreme and a DIY'ers dream; it'll be interesting to see if the design takes off but it certainly deserves a listen from anyone looking for a DAC in that price range, if onl .......
135: good DIY DAC kit for about $1000 (4.63)
Posted by Romek on 2003-01-24, 08:44:30 (213.68.26.66)
Hi there, I would appreciate advices where (on websites) I can find good dac kits for about $1000. What is worth to check? thanks for support. Romek Czech, Europe .......
136: ...how about a dAck! DAC (4.62)
Posted by PeAK on 2003-10-06, 09:53:57 (209.50.91.70)
http://ack.dhs.org/ If I did not have a DI/O...I order this DAC...it is a current rave on AA boards It also makes sense for most people who are not up to the DIY bit needed to get the DI/O up to the .......
137: RE: Good DAC's for under $500? (4.62)
Posted by hennfarm on 2011-01-31, 21:38:28 (67.171.195.116)
search ebay for: 24bit/192KHz DAC DIY KIT , FULL ASSEMBLED KIT. find a box for it and say a 100va 12v-0-12v transformer, works pretty well for under 100$ .......
138: I refuse to keep a running tab.... (4.62)
Posted by -Steve on 2001-03-14, 12:18:21 (15.252.66.74)
...because this is a hobby for me. An instruction manual, detailed BOM, least cost JIT suppliers, equivalent component substitutions, hi-pot testing, batch sample qualification, treatse on soldering t .......
139: Need DAC recommendations (4.61)
Posted by Son House 2 on 2006-11-02, 13:38:29 (64.180.19.255)
Hi everybody, I am looking for a DAC to go with my Welborne Terraplane amps. Maybe PCM1704 based with a minimalist passive or tube output. DIY is OK and I am thinking of adding a passive volume contr .......
140: Re: mine was broke (4.60)
Posted by rogerbrubaker on 2004-05-26, 20:44:20 (12.72.118.240)
...turns out I was shipped an already returned item that was inadvertantly set on the wrong pile at Jolida. It sounded awful though. The right channel was completely trashed. The left had the same qua .......
141: Monica DAC (4.60)
Posted by SteveBrown on 2007-09-01, 14:24:09 (68.0.84.36)
Finished my Monica DAC and SS I/V gain stage last night (see DIY Paradise). Wow, very nice sound. Really opened up the soundstage, bass is MUCH better, much better definition between instruments. I wa .......
142: Re: good DIY DAC kit for about $1000 (4.59)
Posted by Baffled on 2003-01-24, 10:21:11 (4.41.57.26)
You can also check out Curcio Audio CD12V Tube DAC at: http://www.curcioaudio.com/cddes_3.htm Can be made for well under $1000 and sounds very nice. Good luck, David .......
143: Re: It was the 1.1 signature (4.59)
Posted by BTan on 2005-08-30, 03:57:05 (138.217.130.78)
original benchmark i understand cost US995. Add 1050 for the turbo mod + superclock adds approx another US1600 to the cost according to the website. Total cost for the Dac is then roughly US2600 vs 99 .......
144: If you're looking at Link Dac (4.59)
Posted by tcell on 2005-10-10, 05:40:29 (64.29.243.194)
I'd say it's a solid performer that you can get very cheaply used. All the Link versions are basically the same DAC, except the current model has removable boards- you can buy an upsampling board and .......
145: Now this is the way to go about jitter (4.59)
Posted by JGRB on 2000-07-07, 08:17:45 (62.229.90.121)
Hello everyone. Well, I hope this isn't also on the FAQ. I have come across a very nice article which can be found at http://www.geocities.com/CapeCanaveral/9170/cd-jitter.pdf. Though it is a 1993 art .......
146: Re: Stereo-Link 1200 USB DAC.... (4.58)
Posted by maurelius on 2006-01-22, 09:45:57 (68.191.71.39)
Todd: What were you using this DAC on? If I remember you once had the Oris 150 and presume you have stayed with high eff. spkrs. Secondly, have you compared the Stereo Link with the also inexpensive, .......
147: MSB Link DAC III Power Supply DIY (4.58)
Posted by Julien on 2004-09-10, 06:37:24 (203.121.0.18)
Anyone has idea on what caps and diodes should be used ? .......
148: RE: NOS DACs -- looking for suggestions (4.57)
Posted by wolf_moses@optusnet.com.au on 2007-11-10, 03:06:25 (58.107.210.43)
Can you post a link for Tubelover's DIY DAC? Thanks. .......
149: RE: A simple DAC (4.57)
Posted by knewton on 2011-10-01, 19:42:17 (72.86.145.97)
I suppose that depends on your definition of a considerable difference. By my personal definition, I would say no, they won't. If you want a truly different presentation of CD, I suggest that you audi .......
150: Re: Another possibility (new) (4.57)
Posted by kuma on 2003-06-17, 09:51:51 (12.247.145.199)
*The ack!DAC fully assembled is $399 (I bought the DIY kit for less), and I think its performance really exceeds the CI DAC and power supply combo.* I am trying out friend's ack!DAC in my rig. Refined .......
151: RE: Oppo DV-980H or DV-981HD for 2 channel music? (4.57)
Posted by Cantskienuf on 2007-11-14, 18:29:01 (67.176.111.160)
Well, from what I can tell they have different video chipsets and OPPO recommends the 981 for video and the 980 for audio, so I suspect they are different audio-wise also. I haven't had the opportunit .......
152: Re: Kusunoki DAC Article Help! (4.57)
Posted by SavagePencil on 2002-01-14, 10:58:24 (80.3.194.53)
Hi and thanks but I have that article, its the article with the circuit diagram of the DAC I'm interested in, from what I understand its similar to the TNT convertus DIY design, (which looks nice!) bu .......
153: DIY and Upgrades to Audio Note 3.1x Balanced DAC (4.56)
Posted by Tuckers on 2003-10-15, 01:25:44 (12.210.193.146)
I think I have gotten the best out of my Audio Note 3.1x balanced DAC. I'm wondering what upgrade path might be available for the unit. Peter Q, do you offer upgraded parts for DIY'fers? Are there ot .......
154: diy v. storebought DAC (4.56)
Posted by little fred on 2009-12-01, 09:52:30 (67.235.34.75)
are there any kits that can beat a benchmark dac 1 for with in 1.5 times the price. i enjoy building kits but have no comfort level in purchasing a DAC kit. at this point i am fairly confused. my sour .......
155: Audio Note DAC 1.1 kit to be discontinued? (4.55)
Posted by MM on 2003-02-13, 17:39:40 (66.167.215.14)
I've heard Audio Note is phasing out of the DIY / kit business. Any idea? Is it not wise to get a DAC 1.1 kit at this stage? TIA! .......
156: But... (4.55)
Posted by Dan W. on 2000-06-29, 08:28:41 (207.225.89.26)
If you are handy with a soldering iron and don't have $650 to drop on the EVS (although I believe it is a far superior product - based on Ric's reputation and reviews), for $200 (used Link DAC II) and .......
157: Re: Philips CD634- suggest DIY DAC or is it worth it? (4.54)
Posted by Zombie on 2002-05-06, 04:07:14 (80.235.52.238)
Hello! If these mods go for the 610 and 615 put me on the Cc: list If you even have some more docs in elec format, even better! ;) thanx tom .......
158: Re: good DIY DAC kit for about $1000 (4.54)
Posted by DannyR on 2003-01-24, 12:32:40 (65.172.236.254)
i'd second the Curcio Audio CD12V. i have one and love it. cured me from upgrading my digital setup every 6 months. .......
159: RE: 6 Moons Review (4.54)
Posted by pepe on 2011-07-07, 23:11:04 (82.246.7.165)
WOW ! 5000$ for a DIY dac in a HIFI2000 box with only one spdif input.. pretty rude the french guy! .......
160: RE: satch dac interest in australia (4.54)
Posted by bcherry on 2008-11-11, 16:23:48 (219.78.108.66)
"The Satch is the commercial offering" For the record: Not so. Brian Take control! DIY. .......
161: RE: Who makes tube DACs today ? (4.53)
Posted by Ryelands on 2013-11-01, 05:14:15 (146.90.166.72)
You need to be clear if "Tube DAC/CDP" means . . . a design where the output from the DAC Chip is passed directly to a tube stage. AFAIK, the Lampizator range fits that description. Certainly, thoug .......
162: Re: Where can I order the peter daniel dac kit? (nt). (4.53)
Posted by Gmood1 on 2006-04-17, 17:09:54 (209.86.129.96)
I also use one of these DACs. It is a very good sounding unit. Far better than what you would think. Peter built a simple chassis for mine and assembled the DAC itself. It cost me $350 for the non cha .......
163: DVD Player and Non-Oversampling DAC (4.53)
Posted by Matthias M. on 2002-02-04, 08:23:06 (149.225.37.11)
Hello everybody! Can I use a DVD player's digital output (e.g. Pioneer DV444) to feed a DIY non-oversampling DAC, like the Adagio or Concertus? Thanks in advance for any help -Matthias .......
164: RE: CD player dilemma (4.52)
Posted by knewton on 2011-01-21, 15:12:37 (72.86.145.77)
Until you have an income stream I suggest using the Planet or maybe building an inexpensive non-oversampling (digital filterless) DIY DAC to upgrade the sound. You will find many such DAC projects by .......
165: Marantz CD67SE - upgrade suggestions (4.52)
Posted by Indie on 2006-10-04, 13:13:38 (86.139.163.69)
Hi I have used a Marantz CD67SE for the last 8 years. I have recently upgraded my amp and speakers to Roksan Kandy Mk3 and Quad 21L.I am considering a budget upgrade - may be a DAC (cambridge DAC magi .......
166: Re: Need advice on connection for Bel Canto 1.1 DAC (4.52)
Posted by FF on 2003-06-03, 19:51:18 (209.240.198.63)
I have the DAC 1 & DAC-2 (Toslink sonics good only w/Wireworld Super Nova after removing many others) The Best coax cable(s) in $ value Audioquest VD-1,Monster M-500's(video cable) + so many others... .......
167: Re: Digital Cables (4.52)
Posted by tvr2500m on 2003-05-01, 16:32:39 (208.59.30.162)
I also have the CIA DAC/powersupply combo amongst my collection of digital front end gear. When I bought it from Dusty he recommended a Canare cable. Nothing more specific than that. I had Dan Caps at .......
168: RE: Shigaraki 4715 (4.51)
Posted by wilsynet on 2010-03-15, 07:03:02 (99.52.203.52)
For $1500 or less, I would consider the Wyred4Sound DAC which is expected to start shipping this month, the just started shipping Eastern Electric DAC, or the Twisted Pear Buffalo 32S DIY, all based o .......
169: Re: Sony SCD-1 transport to Zanden DAC (4.51)
Posted by Dave Garretson on 2006-03-03, 08:32:10 (24.149.196.175)
With a DAC of this high caliber you might consider modding the SCD-1 transport section to much higher level of performance. If you're interested & handy enough for DIY work I can provide instructions. .......
170: Re: AN DAC 1.1/1.1kit users (4.51)
Posted by -Steve on 2001-05-01, 15:05:11 (15.252.66.74)
CEC TL-5100Z transport with a DIY or Apogee Wyde Eye SPDIF cable. -Steve .......
171: You're sweet...I already have enough Dacs and CDPs (4.50)
Posted by Frihed89 on 2006-07-31, 12:59:28 (87.52.101.160)
I am spending my money on a DIY preamp and PP power amp. I have 2 Cdps and a dac right now and that is enough for now! .......
172: Re: Audio Note DAC Versions (4.50)
Posted by HKL on 2002-10-08, 09:57:15 (199.67.140.75)
Hi, Thanks for the advice. Well, you're close enough. No, I'm not in Hong Kong but should be having a trip there next month. Any ideas on where to look around for hi-end DIY gears in the territory? Re .......
173: Re: Audio Note DAC Versions (4.50)
Posted by Hardcore on 2002-10-09, 00:20:12 (202.164.165.18)
Sorry I'm not too familiar with HK DIY. I only buy finished products but would someday like to learn. Good luck on your search .......
174: Well... (4.50)
Posted by morinix on 2005-03-02, 22:36:30 (24.130.128.208)
You don't accept emails. I was gonna email the data sheet for the DAC to ya' Oh well. Robert Morin DIY is the only path to audio salvation .......
175: Re: My first DIY mod - on a Lite DAC AH. Help needed. (4.50)
Posted by Judasmac on 2006-07-07, 07:28:33 (170.140.194.195)
Thanks, Zanash. What about the value on the output caps? (Assuming I decide not to bypass a la JANDG, or do both just for fun.) .......
176: RE: Looking for new DAC (4.50)
Posted by kmarikos on 2008-06-18, 13:52:01 (64.65.81.22)
Try the Monica 3 (DIY Paradise) with the HagUSB (Hagtech). Hard combination to beat. Even the highly modified Benchmark DAC1 couldn't come close. .......
177: Re: DIY Modded DAC-AH (4.50)
Posted by JANDG on 2006-07-31, 19:27:30 (4.178.207.87)
If it is the DIYbiz.com DAC-AH then yes it is worth the 235.00, that is what they are asking for it now. The Mundorf silvers for the inputs &the other parts upgrade are worth the extra 100.00, but it .......
178: Re: 47 Laboratory or Audio Note ? (4.49)
Posted by Elso Kwak on 2003-06-05, 04:43:42 (195.85.172.118)
Hi, I have no experience with either DAC but did perform a lot of DIY building with the DAC's used by Audionote (AD1865) and 47 Labs (TDA1543) I strongly prefer the TDA1543 though it is not perfect. A .......
179: Where to get PMD-200 (4.48)
Posted by Kevin on 2002-01-18, 18:10:22 (211.20.240.110)
Where I could buy PMD-200 for DIY DAC project? .......
180: Revelation? (4.48)
Posted by Jonesy on 2020-09-11, 06:28:58 (24.76.173.32)
The BDP-Pi came out in 2016. A Darko review (see link) compares the Bryston vs DIY Pi-3b set up. As Cut-Throat mentions, it's not a secret. Now the latest Pi-4 is quite a leap from the older Pi. So te .......
181: RE: Can you say exactly what it is?? (4.48)
Posted by ahendler on 2014-08-19, 16:29:11 (108.249.169.177)
It is not a commercially sold product. It was built by a diy guy who purchased a board with the 8 dacs and a receiver chip mounted on the board. He then added all the additional components to produce .......
182: Interesting DIY DAC (4.47)
Posted by Tuba on 2001-02-11, 02:34:32 (130.95.128.51)
This is my first post here so forgive me if this is not the "done thing", but I'd like to point you to a very interesting DAC designed by a group of Dutch guys. The url is below, and I hope it attract .......
183: DAC's (4.47)
Posted by AudioDave on 2003-03-11, 05:37:39 (138.32.32.44)
I am always looking at ways to improve my system but consider myself a newbie so please excuse my silly question. How would I know if I could benefit from an external DAC and simply use my CD player .......
184: Doesn't the 2.1 use a OT? (4.46)
Posted by SnaggS on 2006-08-20, 20:35:50 (124.168.95.86)
Anyways, one good thing about the DAC 2.1, is that the digital board is much the same between models with all the gains being made in the tube output stage. Thats something you can easily DIY. Daniel. .......
185: if you can solder and read schematics (4.45)
Posted by pburke on 2004-06-01, 12:50:19 (144.92.40.31)
www.dddac.de - select DDDAC1543 from the menu and take a few minutes to read up on what this DIY project is all about I just completed two of these and so far I haven't heard a DAC that comes anywhere .......
186: Re: nyc newbie never did a 3960/3950 mod-can do? (4.45)
Posted by pburke on 2004-12-25, 08:30:46 (68.117.131.219)
Adcom doesn't strike me as high end (but then I never heard that DAC, so I may be wrong). The most work goes into modding the power supply and damping the mechanism and chassis. The few caps and parts .......
187: Re: "Budget" DACs to bring quality audio to the masses... your opinions? (4.45)
Posted by Bob Mc on 2006-10-29, 04:10:50 (76.210.62.51)
For $150 you can get a stock DAC-AH from Pacific Valve. It's a great sounding dac. For a little over $200 you can get some modded versions. DIY Club makes a very nic mod. bob .......
188: RE: Any DACs have the Sabre 32bit D/A Converter ?? (4.45)
Posted by muser on 2010-03-10, 13:26:12 (24.199.25.106)
Tom: Sim/Moon Audio has the ESS 9018 Sabre32 DAC. Alternately, if you're handy with a soldering iron, go to www.twistedpearaudio.com, they have a DIY DAC that you can put together for around $500, exc .......
189: Re: good cheap dac (any suggestions?) (4.44)
Posted by pburke on 2004-05-05, 14:58:39 (144.92.40.31)
"cheapest yet best" don't usually go together cheap and good is more common, some may even be very good. on ebay. you can find a DAC fror $50 any day, but will it be good? it certainly is one of the c .......
190: Re: DIY Modded DAC-AH (4.44)
Posted by 254mm on 2006-08-01, 19:10:22 (203.218.215.244)
I am an expert in modding DAC-AH in Hong Kong SAR, I moded the DAC into non-inverted output Buffer and using OPA627BP. The soundstage improved a lot and mostly, highnotes better and crystal clear. Hea .......
191: Re: My first DIY mod - on a Lite DAC AH. Help needed. (4.42)
Posted by zanash on 2006-07-08, 00:51:39 (62.254.0.30)
I've used values from 100uf 35v stargets to 2uf2 400v paper in oils ....so you have a lot of scope. .......
192: RE: Soekris discreet R2R DAC (4.42)
Posted by lokie on 2015-09-08, 05:09:51 (99.102.143.42)
AS a DIY project, this would be way past my skill level(patience). Are you aware of any sources to procure a plug and play and stable deck? .......
193: RE: Peachtree Sabre Dac vs Wyred (4.42)
Posted by clivem on 2010-08-23, 09:26:41 (87.194.123.7)
I've not heard the Peachtree but the W4S DAC2 is only the second non-multibit DAC (I've heard) that I've got any time for. (The first was a DIY'd Buffalo, also using the ES9018.) Cymbals actually soun .......
194: Re: What about your DAC (4.41)
Posted by Thorsten on 2005-10-06, 08:43:01 (82.35.154.114)
Hi, There are many reasons, first of all, stringing a USB receiver & a DAC together is easy enough to be done DIY. But also, I find I do not like to boot up Windoze (Or OSX) and power on the 44" Wides .......
195: Re: DAC Wordclock Output Question (4.41)
Posted by orejones on 2001-03-20, 11:27:23 (62.42.63.20)
Yes, there is at least one, and very good, DA/AD converter which has provision for this. Look at http://www.digitalaudio.dk/, and there you can read about their ADD2402 converter, and some interesting .......
196: RE: Help Needed Finding Cheap Tubed DAC (4.39)
Posted by zacster on 2009-01-05, 18:48:08 (66.114.78.126)
I bought a DIY Paradise Monica tube dac for $120 about a year ago. This was built by a DIYAudio.com member. You can find the details on the diyparadise.com website, but you'll have to build it yoursel .......
197: RE: Best Sub $1000 DAC ? (4.38)
Posted by Aspheric on 2020-04-20, 15:58:52 (68.42.78.2)
It's amazing what is possible in sound quality by moving beyond the power cord or cables supplied with new equipment. DIY is effective in saving $$$. The Cable Asylum provides an excellent resource. : .......
198: Re: DIY tube output stage? (4.38)
Posted by Erik Johansson on 2002-04-28, 09:45:35 (217.215.46.78)
I meant a kind of stage that you can install inside your cdp, not a complete DAC, and not standalone. /Erik .......
199: Assemblage Dac 2.7 Problems (4.37)
Posted by sendler on 2002-06-20, 03:41:41 (66.153.84.96)
Is anyone having problems with a reduced output with the output level selector jumper set for no change? See my post in DIY. .......
200: Re: Good for your Kip!! (4.37)
Posted by Kip on 2005-10-17, 14:56:45 (68.163.34.234)
I hope I will like it. They reviews make me think so. I sold a CD-PRO2M kit I built with a DIY Paradise TDA1545a 0x oversampling DAC. .......
Found 6 records in DVD-Audiobahn.
1: Re: Like Meridian and Theta? (6.69)
Posted by Kal Rubinson on 2003-12-01, 08:24:22 (128.122.2.125)
Any stack of three DACs will handle the outputs, as far as I can see, and that seems to be the point. As an aftermarket or DIY, the licensing issue goes away (or under the covers). The Meridian might .......
2: DVD-V, DVD-A, SACD, CD, MP3, etc. (6.69)
Posted by BofService on 2005-07-12, 11:20:41 (12.168.24.203)
Hi Cheap-Jack. I see you are slumming over here from the DIY-Tube asylum? This is one of those players that does everything, but does nothing particularly well... (Kind like me!) Sound quality is good .......
3: Re: Recommendation for DVD with digital audio output? (4.21)
Posted by Presto on 2006-05-01, 18:36:09 (68.149.162.214)
Boneaus: I've been down this road a fair ways myself. I've connected numerous "universal" format players to my Behringer DCX2496 via the digital input. Truth be told, although it sounds very clean, an .......
4: Re: discWelder Recorder? (3.73)
Posted by Gary P on 2005-02-19, 07:06:21 (67.160.173.59)
Hi All, Here is the system for recording vinyl to 96/24 that has evolved over the last month here at rancho cascadia... The path: TT: Lightly modified Thorens TD160 with Grado prestige cartridge. Prea .......
5: Re: System to buy (3.09)
Posted by omedon on 2005-07-25, 23:14:34 (207.194.78.120)
I went through the same thing about 6 months ago I bought a pair of Grado SR-80 headphones this christmas, something I had been putting off for a couple of years, and they started me off on my own aud .......
6: It's accessible via your AA profile . . . (3.00)
Posted by Martin419 on 2005-08-07, 10:45:16 (81.19.57.162)
See bottom of page . . . ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Home / FAQ / News Classifieds / Events Christine Tham's Main living room System Welcome! To add your system, you must register. ---------------------------- .......
Found 85 records in Hi-Rez Highway.
1: DIY DSD DAC? (11.67)
Posted by QuadESL63 on 2008-10-23, 19:22:06 (99.246.13.169)
Not really a DIY person (the most I have done so far is assembling a single-ended tube amp kit)... so any resource I can go through for such project? What do you use for source for your DIY DSD DAC? H .......
2: RE: DIY DSD DAC? (11.67)
Posted by fmak on 2008-10-23, 22:08:54 (213.7.111.221)
Try Twisted Pear Audio; they are helpful. You need to tap a sacd capable player; needs careful soldering as tracks are very small. Only 4 connections are necessary to the dac. .......
3: RE: I2S input (9.02)
Posted by fmak on 2009-04-10, 21:12:38 (87.228.211.136)
It is easy to implement diy by tapping the relevant lines inside a dac; the Assemblage DAC 3 had one, and so the new PS audio unit will have. I2S is NOT immune to cable effects as is sometimes stated. .......
4: Thanks so much (8.65)
Posted by Mike B. on 2008-04-17, 11:08:37 (71.32.127.77)
I did some reading over at DIY Audio and got side tracked by some comments about bypassing the IC and going directly to the DAC .......
5: RE: About to purchase my first network DAC between $2k and $3.5K (7.88)
Posted by erik_sq on 2016-10-03, 21:31:09 (107.219.192.42)
I would DIY a Linux / Logitech Media Server / Squeezebox combination to serve as your source. Then you could use web/android/iphone and any DAC with USB 2.0 support. Sounds great, and not locked into .......
6: Allen, please explain this quote (7.74)
Posted by watchdoc on 2006-03-05, 14:30:36 (66.57.3.161)
Allen said, "The DAC used in the Samsung/Toshiba is also a single ended voltage output, so you can implement the simple "DAC output - trough capacitor - to analog output" tweak." This is what I'm tryi .......
7: SA-1 mod (7.64)
Posted by Guy on 2001-10-21, 10:45:40 (213.8.210.115)
** Response from Audiocom : "The Marantz SA-1 is our next DIY Feature. The stock parts are Elna SILMIC and Cerafine for selected areas in the machine. However, audio grade capacitors are absent for m .......
8: RE: Here (7.49)
Posted by cootcraig on 2014-07-11, 12:48:38 (98.245.108.98)
Do you have experience with this? I just acquired a Cubox-I4-Pro and was planning to install the Rune Audio distro on it. I have been fixated on a Toslink optical cable to an external DAC, but I'm on .......
9: Twisted Pear Audio Buffalo II DAC kit. (7.26)
Posted by orpheus on 2010-05-24, 23:45:27 (24.189.30.3)
Difficult to get, you have to jump when they are available, but this DAC does DSD and even DXD if you have a way to get it out to the DAC. DIY, the board for the DAC is almost all done when you buy it .......
10: Don't rely on a Sony transport..... (7.26)
Posted by -Steve on 2001-02-22, 14:32:57 (15.252.66.74)
To get the best sound out of the Audio Note DACs. I agree with you 100% Tadas. I've tried a Sony 777 as a transport with my Audio Note DAC 1.1 and was NOT at all impressed. As I called it in posts, Hi .......
11: Re: Piggyback DAC (7.24)
Posted by Tze Guan on 2004-01-22, 09:31:55 (203.124.2.59)
This method is really for improvement for current-out DACs. It is made popular by monarchy audio, in their stand-a-lone DACs, as well as Diy guys for non-oversampling DACs using philips DACs. From wha .......
12: Re: Piggyback DAC (7.10)
Posted by Tze Guan on 2004-01-22, 09:31:55 (203.124.2.59)
This method is really for improvement for current-out DACs. It is made popular by monarchy audio, in their stand-a-lone DACs, as well as Diy guys for non-oversampling DACs using philips DACs. From wha .......
13: I am the same as SF tech (7.10)
Posted by docw on 2007-03-27, 16:00:25 (162.119.232.102)
but thought about using one of the cheaper tubed DAC's, which often can be an easy DIY project. The Pioneer you own is presumably the 563 not the 562? Finally, have you thought of upgrading or modding .......
14: Re: There's no way to get to the pure DSD signal then. . . (7.08)
Posted by M_Anker on 2002-03-07, 04:43:42 (198.234.229.100)
My stereo isn't even worth $6000, it is a collection of used, modified, and DIY equipment. However, I would love to have the Meitner DAC (donations anyone?). How much will your board be selling for? W .......
15: SACD Walkman (7.02)
Posted by Joe II-V on 2002-03-14, 03:01:47 (217.148.40.232)
with DSD firewire port. I'd happily pay up to $1200 for one. My Dream standalone device(s): SACD/DVD/CD dual laser transport with Firewire and BNC ports. Outboard DSD upsampler (converts redbook to DS .......
16: Re: Are there any DIY upgrade kits for the Sony SCD-777ES? (6.92)
Posted by allen@vacuumststate on 2001-11-26, 13:29:06 (217.50.226.77)
Does your 777 use the SONY VC24 variable coefficient chip and the current pulse DAC? If so I have a killer upgrade. Contact me privately... Allen (VSE) .......
17: Project S2 pre/DAC Headphone (6.82)
Posted by Awe-d-o-file on 2019-11-10, 06:36:41 (50.110.181.221)
$400 I'm not a cans guy but the DAC is a giant killer. It runs on 5V so a six volt DIY battery supply would work for portability. Crutchfield and others have a 60 day trial. .......
18: well there you go (6.82)
Posted by Joe Murphy Jr on 2011-09-05, 15:33:33 (24.179.58.245)
Thanks for giving us "the rest of the story"... The parts in the Sony after the D-A converter probably cost them a few dollars. At most. The Sony was designed to a price point, while your $50 DAC had .......
19: This would be great.. (6.81)
Posted by JackOfFewTrades on 2002-01-17, 09:21:08 (192.91.75.30)
I'm not sure if you are referring to factory upgrades or DIY/3rd party tweaks but here are a few things I'd like to see: 1. Balanced XLRs on front L and R analog outputs. 2. Upgrade to the new 14-bit .......
20: RE: SACD wired up!!! (6.78)
Posted by Dave Garretson on 2008-12-09, 13:25:43 (98.110.80.127)
Thanks. This is very cool stuff & Russ at Twisted Pear has been brilliant in adapting it into cheap DIY kits. I see McIntosh has licensed the Sabre technology, and that next year it will be incorporat .......
21: Re: Inexpensive SACD players (6.73)
Posted by MylesJ on 2004-02-02, 17:34:26 (69.19.24.133)
The Pioneer is unreasonably good for the money. I replaced a Panasonic RP-91 that kept dying. The Pioneer's sound is much more detailed and frequency response is extended at both ends by comparison. I .......
22: Just mod my Marantz SA7003 (6.65)
Posted by akltam on 2014-10-06, 10:39:37 (222.166.2.28)
I have bypassed the HDAM of this player with Lundahl transformer (LL1674 in 1:2) configuration. This impact is huge. It is like the curtain taken down after the mod. It is well known in the DIY comm .......
23: Re: There's no way to get to the pure DSD signal then. . . (6.62)
Posted by Allen Wright on 2002-03-07, 03:05:09 (217.235.115.15)
M, You have got the "pure" DSD signal - and if you're willing to stump up $6000 or so for an Ed Meitner DSD DAC - you can convert it to audio. But doing it yourself is not a trivial task! (we will h .......
24: Re: Pioneer-563a mods?? (6.61)
Posted by Tom L on 2003-11-16, 08:58:49 (172.166.123.100)
Don't know if there are any that have been discussed. The DIY Forum would be your best bet. I just bought one myself and think it's great as it is! Beleive it or not, Pioneer uses very good parts in t .......
25: VSAC... (6.44)
Posted by rick5 on 2003-10-06, 07:32:17 (64.42.239.26)
I have heard from people that went that the Friday night comparison was interesting. A modified Denon 2900 was supposed to be very good as well as a modified SACD 1000. I was told the Meitner DAC was .......
26: I only got one main system... (6.40)
Posted by Mellson on 2001-05-25, 08:58:13 (4.54.221.60)
will sell most of my gear except my new addition like SACd player Z-system digital preamp, my homemade speakers and DAC... One system is crazy enough for me... PD-65 is even better when working as a t .......
27: Audiocom SCD-1/777ES upgrades. (6.29)
Posted by S Doble on 2001-06-20, 17:55:40 (172.172.140.96)
I have just checked the Audiocom web site; http://www.audiocom-uk.com and they have a DIY feature on the Sony SCD-1!! This looks interesting with new voltage regulators, I/V convertors and some seriou .......
28: Re: Tried Belden DIY cables... (6.24)
Posted by jeromelang on 2001-09-09, 22:00:10 (165.21.83.211)
...that was used between my Sony CD Player CDP-XA50ES and D/A converter, DAS-R1. On this combination, The presentation was lively, slightly forward, the soundstage was wide and positioning of imaging .......
29: DAC 1.1 with transformers. (6.22)
Posted by -Steve on 2001-03-16, 18:51:05 (4.54.78.89)
Just got in from a walk through of the McCauley Speaker factory. David wrote: >I'll withhold judgment on the 1.1 until I hear one... Then come to the Oregon Triode Society's DIY Audiofest this Saturda .......
30: RE: Vinyl to DSD (6.21)
Posted by alexcount on 2011-10-06, 15:34:18 (24.161.59.26)
If you are into DIY the ExaU2I offers up to 4 channels of DXD or DSD up to 128fs (5.6Mhz), or 8-channels of PCM up to 192khz. It needs an external dac, powersupplies for all, and a case. Pretty simple .......
31: RE: DIY DSD DAC? (6.20)
Posted by Ted Smith on 2008-10-24, 13:20:37 (98.117.123.176)
Howdy As an alternative to what fmak said I just bought some E-Z-Hook P713-xxx test leads at Frys ( http://shop3.frys.com/product/1820616 or http://www.e-z-hook.com/Html/MicroHookTestLeads.html ) .......
32: RE: Does it make sense to Mod SCD-77ES or spend the money on a DAC? (6.14)
Posted by fmak on 2008-11-23, 22:02:07 (213.7.111.221)
The 777ES is an excellent transport. For If you need SACD playback, consider the route of a high quality Universal player as transport and have it modified to output pcm and dsd. For me, it is incorr .......
33: Re: hope quality is preserved (5.99)
Posted by Charlie G on 2002-05-02, 21:45:08 (64.91.68.112)
There really can't be any data alteration. If the format is general-purpose, you couldn't figure out which bits were OK to mess with in a picture, music, movie, etc... There's also no need for waterma .......
34: Re: So what accounts for better sound? (5.98)
Posted by Terry Demol on 2002-09-10, 19:50:13 (203.102.221.68)
Hi Allen, >1/ Not quite true, as the paralleling is done >_after_ an opamp or two. Agreed. Paralleling seems to work best when DAC are directly piggybacked. However it would be a pretty difficult task .......
35: Re: Not the way the 627's sound in my 777 in my system... (5.97)
Posted by fmak on 2002-04-02, 23:38:32 (195.92.67.69)
Not OP but AD826. Try it and let me know what you think. The OPA627 were run in for 4 days before I decided I couldn't stand them. I have extensive exerience of these with Assemblage DAC3 and 3.1 as w .......
36: RE: Don't believe the bluetooth hype (5.84)
Posted by AbeCollins on 2019-02-06, 16:52:50 (73.78.200.105)
John, I think the Bluesound Node 2i will do what you want. I don't have one but it's quite popular. You can attach a USB flash drive or hard drive to it's USB port. It has RCA analog outputs but the C .......
37: Here's mine-- (5.82)
Posted by Des on 2002-07-06, 00:33:11 (203.220.34.243)
---- Sure as fmak says get the parts and DIY--but some of us are not that savvy on digital /superclocks setup /etc-- and Richard Kern is extremely helpful and obliging--particuarly to someone like me .......
38: I have to disagree (5.80)
Posted by Dawnrazor on 2007-12-08, 00:09:00 (67.188.119.227)
Hey Pac, The edge maybe, but no the bleeding edge. I say it is here now. Anyone can do it. Buy a quiet PC at say endpcnoise.com or logicsupply.com and install a pro sound card like Lynx or get a USB .......
39: de-embedder or mod (5.68)
Posted by Joe Murphy Jr on 2010-10-10, 18:14:24 (24.179.58.245)
For the players with HDMI, you can get an HDMI de-embedder to get DSD-to-PCM on a coax or optical output. Some players will output up to 24/192 via HDMI and a few that play SACDs will output 24/176 (t .......
40: RE: WHY do HT Tracks downloads sound better the SACD? (5.64)
Posted by tonyo123 on 2011-09-07, 10:28:16 (69.115.162.74)
Feanor- I have some questions on the Goodwin-assembled 'Generic DAC'. I currently use an external M-Audio Audiophile USB sourced from HP PC and Foobar2000 with ASIO. Also in the stream are a NAD PreAm .......
41: Anybody have the Vacuumstate Sony SACD mod? (5.56)
Posted by RandyTsuch on 2002-01-28, 10:57:20 (63.73.177.5)
I was wondering if anybody has any feedback yet on the mod vacuumstate electronics is offering to Sony SACD players? Their mod is interesting to me because they tap into the dac output, and bypass Son .......
42: Re: RE: First SACD players -classics or crap? (5.54)
Posted by PaulH. on 2001-04-03, 22:54:20 (63.225.236.156)
I believe that the first machines will become classics because they are such mechanically good platforms for modification. In the future Sony will probably improve the Dac circuitry of the new players .......
43: RE: Replacing DVP-9000ES with SCD-C2000ES? (5.54)
Posted by Jose Garcia on 2008-02-28, 10:30:16 (64.237.223.87)
My SCD-C2000ES has 4 years now and it's in great shape. The case is metalized and not plastic. I use a MHDT Constantine as y Dac feded by the 2000ESm hich is a nice transport. You can use it as a 2 ch .......
44: Re: So what accounts for better sound? (5.51)
Posted by Allen Wright on 2002-09-10, 02:36:51 (217.228.221.34)
Better transport mechanism, better overall design, stronger & heavier chassis I'm not saying the XA777ES is bad, far from it - just that it (perhaps) could have been done better...and that the claim o .......
45: RE: Bought myself a copy (5.47)
Posted by kevinkr on 2008-07-16, 18:32:37 (70.22.204.21)
Mine arrived today, exemplary service by RR - I ordered from them so there would be no doubt. I listened very carefully to the entire disk in sacd mode on my modded scd-777es and have to say it sounde .......
46: Which SACD player? (5.41)
Posted by timaprt on 2003-02-06, 10:57:03 (209.150.199.82)
I am looking to buy a SACD choices are Pioneer 45a & 47ai Philips 963 or 1000 Onkyo 800 or Sony 222es I don't need dvd capability mainly for SACD playback have technics dvd A10 for dvd audio already i .......
47: Re: XA777ES Question for Allen Wright (5.31)
Posted by Allen Wright on 2003-03-18, 02:38:30 (217.80.231.164)
Jim, >I see you are developing mods (although not yet ready for Prime Time) for the XA777ES. What sorts of mods have you attempted thus far? None "attempted" as such. I do not do what most other "modd .......
48: RE: Report: Marantz SA8400 mod with Ray's Discrete Output Stage (5.27)
Posted by akltam on 2009-11-29, 18:22:17 (222.166.160.56)
Very nice and thanks for the information. I see only one pair of regulators on your board which means both channel are sharing the same power supply. Any reason for not having separate regulators ? I .......
49: Is this DVD Audio player now a best buy? (5.23)
Posted by Ole Lund Christensen on 2002-08-20, 13:07:56 (194.255.243.151)
The old stock of JVC XV-D723GD are now in clearing out sales around the world. It is two years old, and the stock must be sold at any price now. I have seen them at USD 109 versus 899 original, and in .......
50: Now Working! (5.12)
Posted by alexcount on 2011-01-27, 15:09:52 (98.15.165.142)
I have received the last part I needed, the Buffalo-II DAC. After wiring up all power supplies and boards I got DSD playback working. another hour figuring out jumper settings and I got recording work .......
51: An apology. (5.08)
Posted by -Steve on 2001-02-03, 12:51:20 (4.54.79.171)
Yes, Dave I did a "Doh!" after I sent this last one. :-( I do apologize to Rich and the Asylum for desending to an ad-hominum attack. As for ultimately "proving" just who is "right" (or "wrong"), that .......
52: More Mods and Lastest update (5.08)
Posted by akltam on 2014-10-15, 02:58:07 (222.166.2.28)
I always wonder what can I do to further improve this SACD player. I replaced those capacitors for powering the DAC. This is a usual trick a modder will do. And I always thought if I can replace tho .......
53: Re: SACD is a distanct second to a cheap vinyl setup... (5.04)
Posted by Thorsten on 2006-05-14, 12:24:40 (88.109.191.177)
Hi, > can you tell me any commercial CD player that you would > put anywhere near your super CD system? Note, my own current CD setup is actually a 1st generation Pioneer DVD Player using pioneers "le .......
54: For those of you curious about the Philips SACD1000's performance.. (5.00)
Posted by ppopp on 2002-12-07, 08:13:59 (4.65.71.65)
I picked it up yesterday at Tweeter ($400). It already destroys the other three disc spinners I have with redbook CDs (Panasonic DVD-A310, Panasonic DVDRA60, Marantz CD67SE w/MF X-DAC). Much wider sou .......
55: You know what? you should be sorry.... (4.98)
Posted by watchdoc on 2006-03-06, 08:02:30 (66.57.3.161)
I realize you don't want everyone to know how to do this since it is your business but don't you think that showing people a couple of the simple mods might generate some buzz (as it did with the 3950 .......
56: Re: I agree... (4.89)
Posted by MCH on 2002-12-02, 21:37:50 (24.64.223.203)
Here's an excerpt from Enjoy The Music - Steve Rochlin website "I began reviewing the MSB a while back. After reading all the hype and praise i was truly hoping to find another one of those diamonds i .......
57: RE: DSD v 176.4/192k (4.80)
Posted by fmak on 2008-10-27, 23:08:33 (213.7.111.221)
Actually, I have found that the dac and signal paths are the key. Most SACD and DVD-A/V players underperform and it is only when pcm I2S and DSD digital signals are fed directly into hirez capable dac .......
58: I'll answer some of those questions ... (4.76)
Posted by Feanor on 2011-09-07, 12:38:59 (216.99.102.15)
1) Why hook the up DAC to the M-Audio soundcard versus going directly into the USB? Is that to bypass the USB jitter issue? Yes, given the unit is an ordinary synchronous USB input, I thought I'd go .......
59: New Developments in USB DSD DAC's and ADC's (4.69)
Posted by alexcount on 2010-12-16, 14:18:59 (67.142.165.24)
Is anyone using a USB DSD DAC or ADC? I only know of 3 ways for someone who might want to playback and record DSD files from there PC. - Mytek Stereo192-DSD-DAC with USB - "USB-Dual-Audio" PCB from El .......
60: Re: Philips 963SA Service Manual (and mods-please read) (4.55)
Posted by Mel on 2003-04-11, 06:34:26 (64.61.5.134)
I also think my 963sa is a terrific unit. I am especially pleased at what it does with red book cds, especially at 96kHz. But I have a feeling that with just a bit of modification, like power and outp .......
61: I have modded my Phillips 963sa to output DSD. (4.50)
Posted by orpheus on 2010-05-20, 16:57:01 (24.189.30.3)
Quick answer, it can be done, and I have done it. It is a bit of a hack though, and not for those of little experience, or for those who fear destruction of their gear to be modded. A SPDIF digital ca .......
62: RE: Is it worth $1400 to upgrade sa11s1 to sa11s2 (4.36)
Posted by HiFiNutNut on 2011-01-16, 18:47:19 (203.5.104.29)
I compared the SA7 to the SA11S1. The SA7 killed the SA11S1 instantly. I have heard people saying they could not tell differences between a SA7 and SA11S2, so I presume that a SA11S2 would kill a SA11 .......
63: my Pioneer DV 47Ai (4.14)
Posted by docw on 2006-07-24, 16:19:36 (162.119.232.102)
is better than the Pioneers discussed below, due to better DAC's and audio section. I have seen them go for $300 on occasion used with normal pricing of $600 new with multi time zone capability. Howev .......
64: I disagree (4.10)
Posted by PaulN on 2005-02-19, 16:36:05 (24.17.236.140)
having lived in the DIY realm for awhile to flex my EE muscles, I have determined that there is practically no chance of finding a properly designed (i.e., optimal) S/PDIF interface in ANY new cd play .......
65: RE: very likely there are BUT (3.89)
Posted by kevinkr on 2008-09-26, 09:35:42 (198.51.251.205)
I have a few exceptional sounding sacds and almost without exception they are reissues of 40 - 50 yr old RCA LSC - the only MLP I've purchased on SACD (Balalaika Favorites) is quite obnoxious sounding .......
66: Apple Lossless (3.79)
Posted by Joe Murphy Jr on 2006-01-28, 09:32:20 (216.76.224.63)
There should be no sonic difference between Apple Lossless and the PCM on the CD (the two are mathematically identical, for whatever that's worth). What you're hearing are the differences in the analo .......
67: OK, I take the plunge (3.66)
Posted by akltam on 2009-10-16, 21:39:26 (222.166.160.228)
My primiar interest is the video quality of the HDMI output and the sound quality (SACD, CD, Blu ray). After doing more research on the net especially those chinese website, I have ordered it through .......
68: That's an interesting reply (3.64)
Posted by PaulN on 2020-11-20, 11:24:27 (73.254.50.216)
in that it seeks to invalidate what I posted AND it insults my choice of speaker as defective. So here's the lecture you begged for with that, I will do my best Abe here and be a know-it-all ass: My b .......
69: Sony DVP-NS755V sounds pretty Damn good! (3.45)
Posted by Mike9186 on 2004-01-20, 14:25:32 (66.65.82.12)
My old Pioneer DV-414 gave up the proverbial ghost a few weeks ago. I had been using it as a transport for a modded ART DIO. When the pioneer would work, the combo was a great source feeding a Bottleh .......
70: REVIEW: Pioneer 563A with Lundahl LL1527XL transformers SACD Player (Modded) (3.45)
Posted by Russtafarian on 2004-03-28, 21:04:11 (66.2.72.66)
Model: 563A with Lundahl LL1527XL transformers Category: SACD Player (Modded) Suggested Retail Price: under $300 Description: SACD/DVD-A/CD player with Lundahl transformer outputs Manufa .......
71: RE: Is it possible that incorrect facts, and lots of speculation have led you so astray? (3.27)
Posted by gotoma8 on 2008-05-06, 15:50:40 (63.170.82.113)
Replies to Sordidman: Why go through all of that effort? It was no effort at all! By Alex, could you mean APL? I was not referring to Alex at APL, but apparently you think that there's only one Alex o .......
72: Digital Encryption doesn't stop piracy, it controls access. (3.07)
Posted by Charlie G on 2001-09-25, 22:26:55 (64.91.40.36)
What the Napster case shows is that you can fight piracy on that scale with regular civil action. The DMCA was not involved in the Napster case at all, that was just RIAA vs Napster over copyright inf .......
73: RE: how did you enhance it? (2.98)
Posted by HiFiNutNut on 2011-01-17, 15:29:31 (203.5.104.29)
All Marantz high end machines use the Elna Silmik or Cerafine capacitors. These capacitors have a sound that is warm and has an artificially enlarged sound stage. Some may like it but to my ears it ha .......
74: SACD is a distanct second to a cheap vinyl setup... (2.87)
Posted by Allen Wright on 2006-05-14, 11:59:16 (87.245.73.80)
...In my system CD is a close second to my Vinyl setup Thorsten. can you tell me any commercial CD player that you would put anywhere near your super CD system? I have followed your DAC stuff in DIY A .......
75: RE: way back in the distant past, I was told... (2.70)
Posted by Tony Lauck on 2008-11-11, 11:59:57 (65.19.76.104)
"I was told that the raw unencrypted DSD bit stream is available at internal circuit points in the original machines, like my Sony SCD-1." There have been recent posts to that effect as well. Where .......
76: Re: Are you talking about the part where the original poster admits his ignorance? (2.56)
Posted by racerguy on 2004-09-14, 08:11:22 (161.114.64.72)
I use Transparent Reference and Ultra cables and ICs throughout my big 2ch rig. I've done direct comparisons between Transparent and many other brands/types, including big names like Kimber and Nordos .......
77: REVIEW: APL Hi-Fi Phillips SACD 1000 SACD Player (Modded) (2.29)
Posted by Penguin on 2004-11-05, 13:28:45 (68.34.103.91)
Model: Phillips SACD 1000 Category: SACD Player (Modded) Suggested Retail Price: $1850+player Description: SACD Player Manufacturer URL: APL Hi-Fi Manufacturer URL: APL Hi-Fi Revie .......
78: RE: Sony HAP-Z1ES conversion of RB PCM to DSD (2.18)
Posted by Conrad on 2014-02-10, 07:54:21 (65.131.8.211)
I've had the sony for a week now, so a little too early to be definitive. Since people in general cannot even agree as to whether DSD or hi-res PCM sounds "better", it is likely impossible to definiti .......
79: REVIEW: Toshiba SD-3990 DVD Players (2.08)
Posted by PeAK on 2006-12-01, 06:51:38 (208.65.245.118)
Model: SD-3990 Category: DVD Players Suggested Retail Price: $50 Description: DVD Player with DivX Manufacturer URL: Toshiba Model Picture: View Review by PeAK ( A ) on December .......
80: Review: Sony SCD-1 Modified by Audiocom (2.04)
Posted by MartinT on 2001-09-15, 15:14:41 (212.19.76.13)
This is a short review of the Sony SCD-1 SACD player modified with a customised Audiocom UK upgrade after discussion with them (specifically, the published DIY article less six super-regulators, with .......
81: Sony CDP-XA555ES CD Player and SCD-777ES SACD Player modifications (1.92)
Posted by mark_nz on 2004-02-19, 17:14:29 (218.101.77.152)
I have posted this on both the Digital Drive and Hi-Rez Highway forums since it contains relevant information for both forums. BACKGROUND I related my previous experiences with both the CDP-XA555ES CD .......
82: Re: Paging 711smiling !! Modded 3910 comparison (1.76)
Posted by 711smilin on 2004-12-07, 11:44:55 (208.57.47.35)
Well, fellow audiophiles..its been a rough day today. Rough because my trusty Esoteric DV-50 did not fare as well as I would have hoped against either modded Denon 3910...the Exemplar and the APL. Bef .......
83: Questions for Marantz SA8260 owners (a/k/a “Never thought I’d be a member of the SACD camp”; Long): (1.63)
Posted by Chuckster on 2002-07-11, 18:31:07 (12.89.8.222)
Hello fellow Inmates: Well, I did it! I received a Marantz SA8260 this afternoon...reading your posts contributed to my decision to take a proverbial “leap of faith” (have been considering it for seve .......
84: REVIEW: Marantz DV-8400 SACD Player (1.21)
Posted by Nietzsche on 2003-10-25, 18:20:44 (128.172.68.24)
Model: DV-8400 Category: SACD Player Suggested Retail Price: $1700 Description: DVD/SACD/DVA universal player Manufacturer URL: Marantz Manufacturer URL: Marantz Review by Nietzsc .......
85: REVIEW: Vacuum State Electronics VSE modified Sony SCD-XA5400ES with Terra Firma Lite SACD Player (Modded) (1.10)
Posted by Metralla on 2009-08-09, 15:49:59 (24.219.30.145)
Model: VSE modified Sony SCD-XA5400ES with Terra Firma Lite Category: SACD Player (Modded) Suggested Retail Price: $2500 (modifications only - approximate price) Description: Sony SCD-XA5400 .......
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