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    Soekris DAC and macOS USB

    Just got a new Mac Studio and Studio Display and my Soekris DAC keeps disappearing from available audio devices after waking the monitor from...
    Thread by: snatex, Jul 17, 2023, 1 replies, in forum: Digital: DACs, USB converters, decrapifiers
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    Humminguru - The budget ultrasonic with the funny name

    I don't really buy or play any really dirty records. I mostly buy new reissues, and near-mint used albums. I currently use Audio Intelligent One...
    Post by: snatex, Feb 4, 2023 in forum: Vinyl Nutjob World: Turntable and Related Gear
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    Soekris dac1421

    Just picked up this DAC and am trying it in my 2 channel system with a CD player. Would love any updated impressions on this DAC and Soekris DAC's...
    Post by: snatex, Dec 26, 2022 in forum: Headphone Amplifiers and Combo (DAC/Amp) Units
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    Emotiva ERC-4 CD Player / DAC Review

    Is the lack of gapless playback an issue? Would a transport + a Bifrost 2 outperform the ERC on cd playback?
    Post by: snatex, Dec 11, 2022 in forum: Digital: DACs, USB converters, decrapifiers
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    Lejonklou Giella and Giella Pi Headphone Amplifiers

    Has anyone tried the new Lejonklou headphone amplifiers from Sweden? I own the preamp and power amp and they are incredible. I am tempted to get...
    Thread by: snatex, Sep 5, 2021, 0 replies, in forum: Headphone Amplifiers and Combo (DAC/Amp) Units
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    Quicksilver Audio Headphone Amplifier

    This is one of the best values among tube headphone amps imo.
    Post by: snatex, Jul 5, 2021 in forum: Headphone Amplifiers and Combo (DAC/Amp) Units
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    Quicksilver Audio Headphone Amplifier

    Great write-up @Darkstar1 ! I had the v281 before the Quicksilver and there is no doubt it is a very good SS amp. The build quality is very...
    Post by: snatex, Apr 30, 2021 in forum: Headphone Amplifiers and Combo (DAC/Amp) Units
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    Quicksilver Audio Headphone Amplifier

    Looking forward to hearing what you and @Darkstar1 and @YtseJammer think of the Quicksilver.
    Post by: snatex, Apr 20, 2021 in forum: Headphone Amplifiers and Combo (DAC/Amp) Units
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    Quicksilver Audio Headphone Amplifier

    I'm excited to hear your take on the Quicksilver and how it stacks up to your other amps.
    Post by: snatex, Mar 30, 2021 in forum: Headphone Amplifiers and Combo (DAC/Amp) Units
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    Quicksilver Audio Headphone Amplifier

    I don't have those symbols showing on my screen either.
    Post by: snatex, Mar 16, 2021 in forum: Headphone Amplifiers and Combo (DAC/Amp) Units
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    Quicksilver Audio Headphone Amplifier

    This Forza Noir Hybrid HPC has been my favorite cable among all that I have tried. It's sound is very neutral and detailed. Functionally, it is...
    Post by: snatex, Mar 16, 2021 in forum: Headphone Amplifiers and Combo (DAC/Amp) Units
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    Quicksilver Audio Headphone Amplifier

    I have not listened to a DNA amp either so that is tough for me to answer.
    Post by: snatex, Mar 5, 2021 in forum: Headphone Amplifiers and Combo (DAC/Amp) Units
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    Quicksilver Audio Headphone Amplifier

    I'm not an expert on the terminology. I thought if it "clicks" into place on each turn it is stepped. Is that not right? Maybe mine has an...
    Post by: snatex, Mar 3, 2021 in forum: Headphone Amplifiers and Combo (DAC/Amp) Units