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    Schiit Urd Impressions

    does anyone know if Urd detects CD pre-emphasis and therefor applies CD de-emphasis ? (a) in CD table of contents (ToC) only (b) in CD subcode...
    Post by: JayNYC, Jul 28, 2023 in forum: Digital: DACs, USB converters, decrapifiers
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    Computer Audio Players

    if on Windows and library management not needed, maybe check out PlayPCMwin. Y’all might be surprised....
    Post by: JayNYC, Jul 26, 2023 in forum: Computer Audiophile: Software, Configs, Tools
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    Schiit Urd Impressions

    I could do a comparison with Cal Delta transport, using AES on each. If the loaner can make it to Miami…. Shipping something around with a...
    Post by: JayNYC, Jul 18, 2023 in forum: Digital: DACs, USB converters, decrapifiers
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    WTB: Sennheiser HD580

    Shameless bump - anybody ?
    Post by: JayNYC, Jun 2, 2023 in forum: Closed (Archived) Sales
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    What It Really Means To Be Real, i.e. What Gear Do We Actually Use

    “This however has been replaced by the Syn. The problem is that that Syn is too neato! Sure, I personally wouldn't call thispure audiophile grade...
    Post by: JayNYC, May 17, 2023 in forum: Tales from the Bully Pulpit
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    WTB: Sennheiser HD580

    Want to buy: Sennheiser HD580 in stock form. Much much prefer to buy from someone here than eBay. Stock means no mods/changes, but obviously...
    Thread by: JayNYC, Apr 22, 2023, 1 replies, in forum: Closed (Archived) Sales
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    Emotiva ERC-4 CD Player / DAC Review

    @snatex is it confirmed the ERC4 cannot play sequential CD tracks without interruption? Do you have one…..
    Post by: JayNYC, Mar 6, 2023 in forum: Digital: DACs, USB converters, decrapifiers
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    Schiit Modius DAC Review and Measurements

    Can anyone do a comparison of Modius AKM SE vs Modius E SE?
    Post by: JayNYC, Aug 11, 2022 in forum: Digital: DACs, USB converters, decrapifiers
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    FS: Digigram VX222e PCI-e soundcard

    PM
    Post by: JayNYC, Oct 24, 2021 in forum: Closed (Archived) Sales
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    Motu 8D (USB<—>AES) - anyone tried?

    Hi. I know there’s enthusiasm for the Motu AVB platform here. Has anyone tried the Motu 8D in comparison to another USB<—>AES solution?
    Thread by: JayNYC, Oct 18, 2021, 0 replies, in forum: Digital: DACs, USB converters, decrapifiers
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    Best Amps for HD800 - 2021 Edition

    I'm casually curious how the Schiit Jotunheim 2 gets a recommendation as being a good match for the HD800 series with an output impedance "Less...
    Post by: JayNYC, May 31, 2021 in forum: Headphone Amplifiers and Combo (DAC/Amp) Units
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    WTB: stock 1/4 inch unbalanced cable for Sennheiser HD800S

    Hi. Looking to buy the stock (in box) 1/4 plug cable (unbalanced) that comes with a Sennheiser HD800S. Located in NY. Link to: Sennheiser Cable...
    Thread by: JayNYC, May 31, 2021, 1 replies, in forum: Closed (Archived) Sales