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    Linux users rally

    Using Crunchbang 8.10.02 exclusively now. Just sold my Mac. Go Linux!
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    Anyone ever use Harman Kardon Soundsticks?

    I owned a pair of the original Soundsticks and I can definitely recommend them. They were one of the first to use the USB port and include a quality DAC and amp, giving them a big advantage over speakers that use the computer's analog output. Overall a good choice for general purpose computer...
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    Cost Effective MAC for Benchmark DAC 1 USB

    +1 on the Mac mini. I've owned several Macs since 2000 including pro desktops and laptops and the current Intel based mini is my favorite. It's super quiet and only uses 36 watts, running at full bore.
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    Need stand alone DAC/ADC

    Would an M-Audio Duo work for you? Soundonsound.com Review I have one and it seems to do everything. A/D + D/A + S/PDIF + USB + Mic Pre-Amp + Low Price!
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    The Stax thread (New)

    Quote: Originally Posted by westmalle Nice to hear! This is exactly what I want from a headphone: perfection for chamber music. I still think the Beyer DT990 is very good. Well I haven't heard the Stax yet. Here is what I record ...
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    The Stax thread (New)

    Quote: Originally Posted by Johnny Blue Saltuk, but my heart goes out to you: I did something similar to you with my SRM-212 (reversing polarity, despite checking!) The reason for all the blown fuses when you use an external power supply is surge current--the sudden inrush of...
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