...I have Magico A5s. Amplification is a pair if Luxman m900s with their c900 control amp.

...I don't care for the Wadax look either, and have not heard it. However, I do own the MSB Reference dac/Digital Director, as well as a DAVE, which I modified with the SJ DC4 and cap board, and a Denefrips DD to defeat stock USB input flow. The DAVE is very enjoyable (to me) when modified, but...

...you find the casework for MSB to be overkill? Kind of a silly statement, really, although I recognize most of your venom was directed at the Wadax form-factor. At least one doesn't need a custom Chord "rack" to stack MSB gear, if stacking is desired.

MSB Reference. Kept the Dave/DC4/Gaia for a second, headphone system.

...if you note the damage was to a connector, that I would believe. Some of the cables are heavy and should be supported or otherwise managed. That said, in my reading, you are implying there was "electronic" damage, to use that term. Can you reveal what damage was caused to this single Dave...

...more like14 bucks (smps). Retail. Small quantity.

Ah, yes. It has been so long since I fussed with the HMS I had forgotten about its power adapter. Thank you for your "gentle" reminder. Cheers...

...it's a sleeve, not a connector. Essentially, it takes up that wee bit of slack. If it's the stock power cable, it's understandable to be irked by the loose fit. But, it's a version of "stacking tolerance" issues. The IEC fixture tolerance has +/- variation and the plug has +/- tolerance...

https://www.colorpowercables.com/power-cords/accessories/locking-sleeves/ Try this. 50 cents US. Various types and colors. Although frustrating, there are tolerance variations +/- among plugs and outlets.

...then you'll really hate this album. Guess why they call it felt?

@Ragnar-BY that is *exactly* why I demo-ed the Premiere and later the Reference dac, which I purchased. I posted somewhere I thought the Premiere and the Dave with SJ DC4 and Denefrips Gaia was pretty much a draw. The Reference is, IMO, better. I had reached my limit on deconstructing the...

...yes, my dear. Point being: it's mostly opinion/preference. Perhaps "" was required for proper ironic effect. I thought "in my house" was sufficient. Oh well. BTW: I would never poke fun or exploit any poster's language. Actually, I often agree with @Ragnar-BY and find him to be knowledgeable...

...interesting "fact" you note there @Ragnar-BY Where did you find it? I have an Aurender ACS10 and a RaspberryPi 3b, I think it is. And a Taiko Extreme. If you optimize the network and perhaps add some ancillary devices (switches, LPSs, USB stuff) the less expensive gear can sound very...

Have you tried a different USB cable? I had a very high-pitched noise some times with Dave/HMS using an "audiophile" USB cable. Swap cable = problem gone.

...IME in my system, the Dave, IF you upgrade the power supply (I was on a DC4), AND if you bypass the Amanero USB (I was on a Denefrips Gaia), it was neck-and-neck with the MSB Premiere dac. A little different sound, but comparable. I listened with and without MScaler. That does NOT tip the...

...I recall it was about 14 bucks...retail.

...Omegas are a bit thin without subs. I have them powered by the Dave via RCA w/adapters to speakers in a second system which gets very little use. It would depend on your room and needs, of course.

"The only catch is, to remember to eject the card" ...and to take it off the plane! Thoughtful execution. Thanks!

...take him for a scrape 'round Dinsdale's place.

...the manufacturers usually know how to improve their own products. The products you buy represent a "moment" in time for a development cycle. This factors-in costs, perceived audience/use-case and unit sales forecasts (among other things.). Consumers don't like to think about it, but...

Fiber optic cable should be smaller/narrower and much more flexible than ethernet.

...underrated but excellent cables, IME. I have two pair of XLRs and a pair of SEs. Highly recommended.

Hello. These are sold. The site should reflect that, but I will double check. I hope things are good on your end... Mark

AudioQuest Tornado HC MSRP: $1,395.00 About a year old. Condition is "as new." I have moved gear and these cables are now too short. Factory packaging and case. Two meter length. Original owner, purchased from dealer. $999.00 + PP and shipping. US/CA only.

Audioquest Hurricane HC power cable. MSRP: $1,750.00 Six months old. Condition is "as new." I have moved gear and these cables are now too short. I actually have two of these, for interested parties. Factory packaging and certificates. One meter length. Original owner, purchased from dealer...