Thanks. Fair point on the sound stage in relation to headphones. I did catch your point about DSD. I just wasn’t clear if that was in a particular mode or all modes. As I listen to high res files this is a big deal for me so wanted to triple check. I had been back and forth between this Holo...

Absolutely awesome review! Super helpful!! I use a DNA Stratus which I think is similar to your amps; tubes but not overly warm. Very fast and musical. You refer to the Holo multiple times as musical or warm side of the spectrum. Did you feel like it sacrificed anything as a result? Like...

Anyone tried these on a DNA Stratus?

Looking forward to seeing a few comparisons with the Yiggy. Interested in both DACs. Like will use Audiobyte Hydra Z for i2s conversion

Anyone tried a pair of Meze Empyreans? or is that a disaster?

Totally man. I was actually pretty floored when I hooked it back up. I enjoyed it before but the detail, clarity, transparency and additional soundstage is incredible. Plus all the transients. This is not a minor upgrade! @Donald North took this thing to the next level!! I’ll get a few hundred...

I’ve had my Stratus back from Donald for quite some time but have not managed to hook it up...that changed today. Even out of the box it is super impressive!! And I know it needs some time...rolled in a Brimar 5U4G and RCA Millitary 2A3’s to start. I’ll save my metal base for a few hundred hours...

Mine is back from upgrade-world! Everything was super smooth with Donald (as always). Can’t wait to get it set up and hear it :L3000:

Specific for the 20’s

Just got a Father’s Day 25% off iSine20 email...I think that may push me over the edge

My stratus is currently back with Donald getting all the latest upgrades! SUPER psyched :L3000:

anyone use the iSine20 for airline travel? I am not looking for noice cancelling obviously but do need something that will also be suitable for travel

for those that have heard the 800S...are they a worth upgrade over the 800's for the Stratus?

I just worked out the details with Donald and will be sending my Stratus in during May to receive the latest upgrades. I am very much looking forward to hearing it!

yes, I have satisfied all of these steps. Its seeing the file on some level as its asking me if I want to perform the update which doesn't happen if the update file is not on the drive. But from there it seems to be failing. I appreciate the help though!