I’ll try to make it and bring few things: sw51+, matrix X-sabre pro MQA and verum one mk2/fostex th900.

Not sure if SteadyClock will make any audiable difference and if you need AutoDark mode.

$75 is not a lot of money, but where is a guarantee that you’ll get new Pro FS model for the same money you paid? And if I’m not mistaken you got it for around $1,500. That’s the only concern here.

I raised this with RME on their forum and asked for all the changes - it looks like it’s a very slight upgrade (or change): https://www.forum.rme-audio.de/viewtopic.php?id=26942 I don’t care about AutoDark mode and many have reported (RME’s Matthias included) that SteadyClock FS doesn’t bring...

http://www.zenproaudio.com/rme-adi-2-pro-open-box Get B-stock with the same warranty and for $300 off.

I use HD800 and Fostex TH900 with my adi-2 Pro.

Try his direct e-mail. I’m pretty sure you he can make an exception. cablearchitect@yahoo.com

I thought that Dyson Audio ships worldwide except couple of countries: https://www.ebay.com/itm/New-Dyson-Audio-RME-ADI-2-Pro-Silver-Balanced-Headphone-Cable-Adapter-/112324159366?redirect=mobile#shpCntId

Look at the used market - I found my unit in like new condition and only 6 months old for 1,000 Euro. From the list you posted I only heard ifi Pro, Auralic Taurus, HDV800 (not 820) and original Chord Hugo with HD800. It was of course before I’ve purchased my adi-2 pro and was not in direct a/b...

Another happy Adi-2 pro owner here ))) I was debating between Adi-2 DAC or Pro version, however came across very good deal on a used item (basically used Adi-2 Pro for the price of DAC). I don’t need a remote and listen to IEMs on the go only, so was not drooling over new Adi-2 DAC features...

I’m in for the meet if you are going to host one ;)

“pop up event for your readers” (whatever his means) at BBR where they’ll promote some new Bose/Sony/b&w gear? I’ll have to pass regardless of the date as well.

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