[BigMango]

The USB inputs for the Reference 5 and the other DSP dacs like the Dac19 and the FUN have been upgraded to 24Bit/96KHz.
 
Quote:

"Some models  have upgrade to TE7022 which can support up to 24Bit/96KHz USB input"

 
 
My Ref5 hasn't even finished burning in that a new version is already coming out. Kingwa never sleeps...

 

[regal]

Don't bee embarassed the PMC100 in the DAC9 doesn't have a soft rolloff switch like the DF1704,  so soft is turning on DEEM,  which is of course going to sound bad except for those 10 or so CD's left with DEEM.  Its a silly thing to call it soft,  just call it DEEM.
 
Quote:

Was talking about dac9mk3 which has a soft switch, no soft switch in ref 5. Just letting people know that they're not missing much by not having the soft switch which has a big rolloff of highs you probably won't ever need unless you happen to have a setup with harsh treble. It's kinda cool, but feels it was primarily put there as a safety net if people decided to plug a crap transport into it, and crap amp and headphones too. If you pair right the high frequency ambience is nice, I presume what I notice with my setup should be similar to ref 5+roc.

 

[realmassy]

Next week I'll be able to test the Roc/Ref.5 combo with the new HE5-LE. I'm really curious to see if they'll be better than my balanced K702.
I'll keep you posted.

 

[FauDrei]

 

[TigzStudio]

Nice Massy, and I will probably be one of the first to test LCD-2's, balanced with the Roc / Ref 5 combo.  My name hasn't come up yet on the wait list but hopefully I am not too far off.
 
I already ordered pure silver cable and connectors to make my own cable.  

 

[FauDrei]

Quote:

I already ordered pure silver cable and connectors to make my own cable.  

Any specific suggestions about connectors?

 

[TigzStudio]

This is what I am using for my first cable:
 
4-pin mini xlr's x 2
http://www.alliedelec.com/search/productdetail.aspx?SKU=9320281
 
4-pin male XLR x 1 (silver contacts)
http://www.alliedelec.com/search/productdetail.aspx?SKU=5141086
 
wire (IC-4 braid)
http://www.homegrownaudio.com/silver_braid.htm
 
Also ordered some sleeving and heat shrink.  Going to use Cardas Solder.
 
Im trying to find this one (http://www.neutrik.com/client/neutrik/media/products/view/210_433692781.jpg)  somewhere, supposed to be their high end version.

 

[TigzStudio]

ok I found a pretty good site it seems, cheaper then most others on the HD version too.
 
 
Neutrik Silver Contact (Black Housing) 4-pin XLR
http://www.markertek.com/Cables-Connectors-Adapters/Audio-Connectors/XLR-Connectors/Neutrik-USA-Inc/NC4FX-BAG.xhtml?NC4MX-BAG
 
Neutrik Gold Contact (Stainless Steel Housing) 4-pin XLR-HD series
http://www.markertek.com/Cables-Connectors-Adapters/Audio-Connectors/XLR-Connectors/Neutrik-USA-Inc/NC4MX-HD.xhtml?NC4MX-HD
 
 
Apparently the HD series is just for heavy duty use, outdoor etc....still looks cooler.

 

[haloxt]

I searched around a bit, and redco was what I settled for, some may be lower but I think shipping here is really low for low price totals (like under ~$15) if I remember right. No HD version however.
 
http://www.redco.com/shopdisplayproducts.asp?Search=Yes&sppp=40&page=1&Keyword=neutrik%20nc4&category=ALL&highprice=0&lowprice=0&allwords=neutrik%20nc4&exact=&atleast=&without=

 

[TigzStudio]

shipping cost me 8 bucks from markertek in total, I also hit Amazon for a new soldering iron the HAKKO series 936 w/907 iron, a heat gun, new multimeter and some tips  Figured why not do it right instead of using my old run down soldering iron, plus I can make as many cables as I want in the future.

 

[TigzStudio]

also here is the best mini 1/8" right angle plug you can find for DIY probably, imo.  
 
http://www.markertek.com/Cables-Connectors-Adapters/Audio-Connectors/3-5-2-5mm-Mini-Connectors/Neutrik-USA-Inc/NTP3RC.xhtml?NTP3RC-B
 
in case you want to make an adapter for your portable w/LCD-2s

 

[FauDrei]

Thanks guys, but you are mainly referring to "old" X-Series of Neutrix plugs. If you ask me, the newer XX-Series is much better (and they have HE, HD, EMC, 14 and even crystalCON versions), so watch out for that.
 
As for wire gauge: any rules/recommendations? I'll also go 5N solid core silver in teflon tubing route...

 

[TigzStudio]

damn I didn't even know about the XX series dangit !!!!! Now I have to order those....o well extra parts.
 
I have 24 gauge wire coming to me, we will see how it works out.

 

[shogo33]

Quote:

Don't bee embarassed the PMC100 in the DAC9 doesn't have a soft rolloff switch like the DF1704,  so soft is turning on DEEM,  which is of course going to sound bad except for those 10 or so CD's left with DEEM.  Its a silly thing to call it soft,  just call it DEEM.
 

 

Pardon the ignorance, but what is DEEM?

 

[BigMango]

I just came across a nice Reference 5 review here:
 
http://ravenda.wordpress.com/2010/06/01/audio-gd-reference-5/