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    iPhone 6s Sound Quality

    Big help.  Order in.  Thanks.  sc
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    iPhone 6s Sound Quality

    I bought the iPhone 6S in switching over from a Blackberry.    I use Shure 535s with an iPad Air.    I would like to use it with the iPhone 6S, but because I need the ugly external battery, I can not use the 535s or even my Etymotics without some kind of adapter or without removing the battery...
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    Devilsound DAC?

    We have laptops full of music at my house and I was looking for an uptick to the usual mini to RCA. My primary digital sources are a couple of Naim CD players: A CDS2 downstairs and a CD5X upstairs. This unit ( Version 2 at $279, not the cheaper Version 1) came in yesterday and I can not...
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    Devilsound DAC?

    I just saw a review at positive-feedback and I am also interested to know. This looks like an interesting portable solution for computer as source. I would be curious how it compares to hi end, say Cardas or equivalent, mini-to-rca. Surely it is a huge step up. I also wonder how you might use it...
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    Does Anyone Run A Naim CD5x & Naim Flat-Cap 2x Setup?

    We have the CD5x into a Nait 5i into nSats. Isoblue 2 level stand. Sounds extraordinary for a simple system. Might try Audiogon. Lots of 5x on there for under 2k. I got the nSats there, and the 5i on a demo basis. Bought the 5x new. Have not felt the need for a Flatcap. Know it is an...
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    Presonus Firebox

    I have a Mac household. I was thinking of a Firebox as a midi interface for a keyboard into garage band. I have read that it is a great external dac for a computer audio setup as well. I really need a DAC for my airport express although this does not appear feasible. How do you hook Firebox...
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    STAX DAC at Audiogon

    I bet a Bel Canto Dac 1, 1.1 or 2 sounds better at a fraction of the price. sc
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    Can I have my Sony SW radio repaired?

    My sony IC- SW100S portable shortwave just broke its battery door. Not sure I want to replace it at the price. It is highly rated and I hope to have it repaired unless you have a better idea. What other portable radio do you use? I want something small and portable with an alarm. Shortwave is...
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    Ray Samuels SR 71 - Does every headphone sound better with it.

    I had a thread asking what amp sounds best with an AKG 271, my new purchase from Todd. I do not know much about amps, but I am very pleased with the sound of my SR 71 on the AKG as well as the ER4S, as well as the Grado. Bass enough. Great highs and mids. These headphones are all different, but...
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    Amp for AKG 271s

    I did not want to step on Mr. Dillon's thread on the 240, but I had the same question. AKG271s under the tree for my 15 year old know it all. Harder than the 240 to drive. I have a RS SR71 which I am not ready to give away to my boy genius to scratch up or lose. What is a decent low cost amp for...
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    ETY ER6i with ETY P to S adapter

    I have an ETY 4p and an ETY 6i on order for my son for Christmas. Any idea how use of the P to S adapter would impact the sound? He can use it with or without an amp.
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    New iPod for Christmas - Accessories needed?

    I will get one of the new video ipods for Christmas primarily for audio use but will use it for video too. I have Mac ibook and power books. Need a line out for amp use. what is the smart accessory package to get? what is the case to get. Do the SIK travel docks work with the new unit? Will my...
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    Utilizing the Apple AirPort Express

    "keep in mind that the airport express has a sound lag of a second or two.." Not with VLC. You can tailor the delay under VLC advance preferences and and can learn the details in Airfoil Preferences. Then you can watch Miami Vice on your laptop and play that great 80's music over your big...
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    Anyone using the Corda Poweramps?

    I would love to know how they sound as well. Think Todd has heard the Corda Amps? They look like a good buy at the markdown price. I had the B&W 804s and they sounded really good with a Levinson No.29, which had a sweeter and darker sound, much like a Ray Samuels amp. From what I have...
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    Suggestions for buying a Laptop

    I have Dell at the office and 4 macs at home. I need a help desk at the office, and at home I do it myself with AppleCare. If you want an Apple laptop, go with an iBook, unless you want a Powerbook for the look. iBook is cooler temperature, better battery life, better antenna for wireless...
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