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    WTB: ECP Torpedo iii

    I have a T3 that is lying around, but I guess not useful to you as it is 230V and on the far side of the Atlantic.
    Post by: k1arg, Nov 11, 2024 in forum: For Sale
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    The Two Channel Advice Thread

    I wonder if you considered the KEF R3 as an alternative to the LS50? I'm also thinking about improving my nearfield setup, and while I am curious...
    Post by: k1arg, Oct 10, 2024 in forum: Advice Threads
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    Holo Audio Red

    Not specific to the Holo Red, but if you can run other pi OSes: I run JRiver on a pi, and on my computer run JRiver connecting to the pi's...
    Post by: k1arg, Sep 25, 2024 in forum: Digital: DACs, USB converters, decrapifiers
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    Poll: Which mic pair sounds better?

    [spoiler]
    Post by: k1arg, Sep 24, 2024 in forum: Random Thoughts
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    MQA files for bankruptcy protection

    I don't remember exactly when, but early in the time of MQA I was at a show where MQA had a demo using a (prototype I think) Mytek DAC that could...
    Post by: k1arg, Sep 24, 2023 in forum: Music and Recordings
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    Dummies Guide to Pi2AES! Throw away your PC or laptop.

    Interesting. I use an LPS with an R-core transformer and Nichicon caps from AliExpress and have been very happy. I have only run one cable to...
    Post by: k1arg, Sep 22, 2023 in forum: Digital: DACs, USB converters, decrapifiers
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    Used Deals Thread

    Listed as "New in box"!?
    Post by: k1arg, Sep 17, 2023 in forum: Leaderboard, Overboard, and Deals
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    Dummies Guide to Pi2AES! Throw away your PC or laptop.

    Apologies if this is a silly question, but in the context that I already use an external 24V linear power supply with my PI2AES, is there a...
    Post by: k1arg, Sep 16, 2023 in forum: Digital: DACs, USB converters, decrapifiers
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    WTB: DNA Starlett/Sonett or ECP T4

    If you don't have any luck and end up wanting to aim lower, I have 230V T3 that I should find a new home for.
    Post by: k1arg, Sep 10, 2023 in forum: Closed (Archived) Sales
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    The Mighty Utopia: Focal Utopia Revisited

    Maybe I haven't been paying close enough attention, but have there been impressions of the original versus 2022 versions of the Utopia? I'm still...
    Post by: k1arg, Sep 10, 2023 in forum: Headphones
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    Schiit Mjolnir 1

    I like the pairing of Mjolnir 1 with LCD-3 (just pre-fazor FWIW). These days I listen to that rig mostly for watching movies. I also liked how...
    Post by: k1arg, Mar 15, 2023 in forum: Headphone Amplifiers and Combo (DAC/Amp) Units
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    Help me out of mid-fi hell. Amp advice

    I think another option to possibly consider for the HD800 is an ECP T4 or used T3 if you see one come up. Unless I am misremembering, a number of...
    Post by: k1arg, Sep 1, 2022 in forum: Advice Threads
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    Who's the most common weak link in rock bands?

    I guess there is a good chance you'll enjoy Lör, Wilderun, Witherscape, Haken, Pillars of Creation, maybe Symphony X, Persefone. What about Ihsahn?
    Post by: k1arg, Aug 20, 2022 in forum: Music and Recordings
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    System Synergy - Special Sound

    419 @k1arg I've just put a polarity-flipping cable into my chain, and though I'm just a few hours in, this shit is for real. I'm not sure I have...
    Post by: k1arg, Apr 19, 2022 in forum: General Audio Discussion
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    System Synergy - Special Sound

    415 @k1arg I have heard the new Phonitors at meets, and they didn't really grab me TBH. Meet conditions, etc., but the crossfeed had too strong...
    Post by: k1arg, Apr 19, 2022 in forum: General Audio Discussion