I currently have a metrum octave (the original 2 box version, being driven by an audiophilleo-2 from USB).  I absolutely love the DAC, but I'm getting the upgrade bug and I believe its the weakest link in my system.  I do love the metrum NOS sound, so the Hex makes a logical choice for me.  Is...

I'm thinking of upgrading my PCs, but am wondering what the sweat spot is as far as price.  The price point after which, you see diminishing returns.  for example a $1000 is certainly not twice as good as a $500 cable.

I currently have a Metrum Octave with an audiophilleo-2 feeding USB to it (USB is my primary source). I've been getting the upgrade bug recently and have been looking at the PWD MKII, which apparently doesn't need a USB->SPDIF converter. Financially, this would be a pretty substantial increase...

There has recently been a huge increase in the amount of different DACs out there, so I wanted to see which ones are the most popular by a NEW poll.  Personally I have a Metrum Octave, but am looking to upgrade.    So, copy the most updated list, paste it in the reply box and add your cable...

There has recently been a huge increase in the amount of different hi end USB cables out there, so I wanted to see which ones are the most popular, personally I have a Cardas Clearlink, but am looking to upgrade   So, copy the most updated list, paste it in the reply box and add your cable...

I currently have a musical fidelity M1 HPA driving a pair of Denon AH-D7000s.  After reading all the buzz I'm thinking of getting a pair of LCD2s and trying them out.  Will this amp adequately drive the LCD2s?  MF claims it can drive headphones of any impedance "The HPA enjoys the lowest 1ohm...

I currently have an EE minimax (non-plus version), but have become increasingly interested in the Metrum and Rega DACs recently as a potential replacement. What are people's opinions on this? Would either of these DACs truly be an upgrade? I listen to all redbook, so oversampling isn't an issue...

Has anyone compared the new musical fidelity M1 HPA to any of the usual suspects at around $1000.  I will be using the amp with denon D7000's if that helps.   Thanks, greatly appreciated

So I just recently upgraded my headphones to the Denon's and am absolutely loving them.  However, my audiophilia nervosa is acting up again, and I'm starting to wonder if my channel island VHP-2 is the best match for them.  I'm thinking of either getting the VAC-1 external power supply for the...

I currently have an eastern electric minimax dace with a mullard tube in it as well has a musical fidelity v-link asynchronous usb->spdif feeding it.  From what I've read the EE seems like a giant killer (especially with the MF v-link feeding it).  My question is, how much would I have to spend...

I'm looking to upgrade my channel island VHP-2 to another solid state amp under $1000.  Here are the contenders that I can think of.  Let me know if you have compared any of these directly, which is the best in your opinion, or is there another you would suggest.  If this helps I'm using it with...