Hi all, I get pops and clicks whenever playback starts, and then a few seconds after that through USB to the Corda Aria. Any ideas how to fix this? Thx

I ask because I just added +6dB to a bunch of large files, and Foobar went ahead and re-wrote all the files! I take it Foobar doesn't simply louden the sound files themselves, but only stores metadata as to how loud the gain should be on playback?

For those following the Aria thread, I'm not really getting enough volume with my DT880s. Can anyone recommend a decent headphone that is MUCH more sensitive (I'm talking double the volume if possible, or at least a third more)?

Quote: Originally Posted by trbl It's a bit odd that the K701, which is about 3 dB more sensitive in dB/V (which is the relevent sensitivity rating), should require a higher volume control setting. The difference in impedances should not have an effect, since the Aria output impedance is...

Quote: Originally Posted by redrich2000 anyone got any thoughts on Aria synergy with DT-880s yet? Even people that know the DT-880 sound but haven't heard them with the Aria? I have this combo, and the sound is very sweet indeed. My only concern is the volume - I've emailed Jan...

Anyone fancy writing the above shootout?

Do any of you USB dac users try to keep the USB bus as clear as possible to cut down the possibility of noise? E.g. using a PS/2 mouse and keyboard instead, etc? Or is this completely a non-issue?

Of these two setups... 1 - Winamp + MAD @ 24bit >>> M-audio Audiophile 192 >>> Corda Aria >>> HD650 2 - Winamp + MAD @ 16bit >>> Corda Aria (on USB) >>> HD 650 ...which do you think will yield the best sound? Decoding @ 24bits via the M-audio card, or going straight into the Aria on...

Quote: Originally Posted by Sean H Just to clarify, are you talking to me? No, just ranting to anybody who'll listen! Since my plan is this: USB >>> Aria >>> HD650 I was wondering if anyone can tell me how to get the best possible signal into the Aria? I'm thinking words...

Quote: Originally Posted by Sean H Just to clarify, are you talking to me? No, just ranting to anybody who'll listen! Since my plan is this: USB >>> Aria >>> HD650 I was wondering if anyone can tell me how to get the best possible signal into the Aria? I'm thinking words...

This may seem like a wild leap but why would Jan design a great sounding amp and then shove a crap DAC in at the last minute. Makes no sense. It's more likely that the DAC is actually a good match for the amp and thus a no-brainer, isn't it? Why would he deliberately defeat the sound of his own...

Have you prototype owners tried listening over USB yet to get an idea of the quality of the DAC? I plan on buying this and going from... USB > Aria > HD650

Quote: Originally Posted by becomethemould i think the g&w t2.6f amp was designed for the senn hd6xx series. i am looking to buy the amp for my grado rs-1 which apparently has good synergy too.. i should be getting mine in 2 weeks time when i am in china Interesting... I know...

First off - hello all Second - I'm looking for an amp to drive Senny HD650s...and was thinking of the G&W T2.6F. Any other suggestions? I want detail, detail, transparency, and more detail. ...or should I just go and buy Stax SR-202 instead Thanks fellas.