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    The Dark Side; Digital audio equipment recommendations and setup.

    I definitely recommend playing with the op-amps. I have enjoyed rolling them in my Geshelli J2S and have started on my Kinki EX-M1+. So far in the Kinki I have updated the amp output op-amp with a Sparkos 3602. Immediately noticed a bump in the weight of the music. Everything is still smooth...
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    Incoming! The New Equipment Thread

    Since everyone is drinking this afternoon…
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    Equipment Recommendations - The Home For New System and Upgrade Advice

    I considered getting one of these as I like the iFI iPower supplies for my DAC and streamer, but I decided against it as my system is quiet and I’m not sure I’d get any sonic benefits. https://audio46.com/products/ifi-powerstation-outlet-mains-with-anc
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    Equipment Recommendations - The Home For New System and Upgrade Advice

    I use a Furman PST8. It’s been a solid performer for many years.
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    Cables - one of the most taboo subjects in audio

    I have a 15’ version of this cable. Phono Pre to integrated amp. No complaints.
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    Equipment Recommendations - The Home For New System and Upgrade Advice

    All of that and the source is a Zen Stream. I like it! The ZS (Roon endpoint) is my main streamer. As much as I like the EverSolo A8, I think I’m going to sell it to get cash towards a new cart for the UltraDeck and some new speakers (likely Forte IV).
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    Equipment Recommendations - The Home For New System and Upgrade Advice

    I guess it’s all relative. I have the Starkrimson Ultra and have been super impressed with it in my system.
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    MoFi UltraDeck / StudioDeck Owners and those interested

    So I take it these parts aren’t hard to replace. Correct? On another topic, how hard is it to setup a new cartridge on an UltraDeck?
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    Equipment Recommendations - The Home For New System and Upgrade Advice

    I’m a big Orchard Audio fan. If I ever get some mono blocks I’m getting these.
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    The Darlington Labs thread (New 2024 models!)

    What were you using fore the MP8B?
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    Cables - one of the most taboo subjects in audio

    I hate to admit this, but I think cables made a difference. I had extra Viborg USB and AudioQuest RCA to 3.5mm cables in my drawer and switched them with the generic cables I had been using on my desk setup (see below) and I think I’m hearing improved detail and dynamics in the music. I’m going...
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    The Technics Turntable Fan Club - Questions, Advice, Discussion

    Definitely considering front loading DAC and cart purchases I was considering for later in the year to avoid these potential tariff driven price increases. My speaker upgrade options are narrowed down to Klipsch, Zu, and smaller builders. I wonder how much tariffs on parts will affect them?
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    Equipment Recommendations - The Home For New System and Upgrade Advice

    A message from Vinshine Audio
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    Cables - one of the most taboo subjects in audio

    I think stupid prices are going to be the new normal for the foreseeable future.
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    MoFi UltraDeck / StudioDeck Owners and those interested

    I’ve had the MasterTracker in my ID for the past year. I’m getting ready to pull the trigger on a new cart I’m leaning towards the Hana SH mk2. It’ll be my first moving coil cart. The MasterTracker has been a solid performer for me. Warm and rich with good dynamics compared to the Sumiko...
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    MoFi UltraDeck / StudioDeck Owners and those interested

    Thanks for the update. Good to know MoFi is standing by there decks. My UD is just over a year old and performing well hopefully this continues.
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    Cables - one of the most taboo subjects in audio

    I run15’ Worlds Best Cables RCA from my phono preamp to my amp. It works great.
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    Incoming! The New Equipment Thread

    That how they are supposed to be set up.
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    Incoming! The New Equipment Thread

    15 years ago I had 3 kids running around the house. I had gotten rid of my Sony amp and 5 CD changer (mistake) and Polk book shelfs that got me through college and was going all in on streaming. Squeezebox FTW! I had a Sonos amp and a pair of mid range Polk Towers. Rarely got to listen to that...
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    The Technics Turntable Fan Club - Questions, Advice, Discussion

    Great comparison review of the GR2, 1300G, and 1200G. Also, mentions how the Denon dp3000 compares. Need more reviews like this. https://www.hifi-advice.com/blog/turntable-and-accessories-reviews/turntable-reviews/technics-grand-class-sl-1200gr2-sl-1300g-and-sl-1200g/
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