Recent content by Jrizk13

My speakers have 99dB efficiency and are huge so it makes them a great tool for discerning. There is a difference for sure. XLR + RCA has a slightly softer rounded off high end and a bit more energetic. XLR out by itself has a smidge more clarity, a bit more digital glare, and a little more...

I'm going through this right now. XLR +RCA is about 6 db higher and there is a bit of a tube like softness. XLR out by itself sounds more clear but harsher and sibilant. I don't know why but I think people should try it and see if they hear something similar. It's great! 2 preamps (tubey...

So no tubes. What about ladder resistor DACs? I heard they used to be popular and making a comeback?

Thank you I will try another DAC without tubes to see what I'm missing! Also does addin EQ to a system deteriorate any of the music quality?

Thank you for the link. I will read that tutorial and see if I can implement it in my system. I appreciate the feedback. Kind Regards, Joe

So tubes are a no no? I was told they add a holographic sound but if that's not correct, I am willing to go try to learn. Maybe it was a waste, isn't that what this community is for, to learn.

How come some Sabre and AKM DACs would hurt my ears, but the same chip would not in another DAC?

I agree with you that speakers are most important. I don't think my wife will let me buy any other speakers. I've only seen a couple speaker reviews on here. When you say sound EQ, what do you mean? Like audessey and anthem arc? Or like sound treatments around the rooms? How would I add...

You are probably right. Maybe I should have tried a couple more affordable DACs. Are there any other DACs that are not Sabre or AKM that you recommend? I'm always willing to learn and try Kind Regards, Joe

Good Morning Gentlemen, I am a novice to the audio world and I wanted to share my experience with a really interesting piece of kit. Full disclosure, I am a cheap ass want the absolute most for my money. I have experience with Ess sabre and AKM chips and, while they sound great, I am...

My USB cable was only 3 feet long. I tried a 6 foot and 1.5 foot and still clicking. I suspect some type of miscommunication or clocking issue between pcs and the USB input of this DAC. It sounds divine now. Thank God

Good evening Gentlemen, I received another DAC from the manufacturer and that one also had the clicking through USB. I purchased a $50 converter on Amazon that takes usb to I2S and now THE CLICKING IS GONE!! I2S has solved my dilemma and pretty cheap as well. I don't know what the USB...

I have a 3 foot USB. I have tried multiple from 3-6 feet. Still clicks. DAC direct to parasound gives clicks but the soundstage is bigger (yes!). I have lowered the volume on the software and still click. I will try to find a wasapi audio driver. Any recommendations? Kind Regards Joe

Thank you gentlemen. I will keep you updated on what happens. Your advice is appreciated. Kind Regards, Joe

I have listened to the files over HDMI into my anthem receiver. Clean, pure sound. No clicks or glitches apparent. Great observation.