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Musician Draco R2R DAC
Thanks for your insights guys. I've recently discovered an alternative DAC called Jnog 2 from Geshelli. It's not R2R, but a similar price, has great reviews from the few who tried it, and has interesting possibilities with op-amp rolling and other customizations perhaps...- DecentLevi
- Post #96
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Geshelli j2
Thank you. Did you mean AK4493 DAC chip? That was the only option I found on their website. And has anyone an opinion on any difference in sound between wood or metal chassis?- DecentLevi
- Post #172
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Geshelli j2
Hey guys - casual observer of the thread here, thinking about DAC upgrades. I've recently came from a Chord Qutest and downgraded to the Mojo 2 for extra cash although I liked it. Which version would you recommend the most to make it perform closer to what I'm familiar with? And what kinds of...- DecentLevi
- Post #170
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Musician Draco R2R DAC
Just checked my records, I got the Audio GD R-1 DAC (full clocks upgrade) 4 years ago and you know how audio memory goes so can't comment further than before, but I do recall the general sound sig. as I had mentioned. I have considered that mine could have been a rare fluke to this as an...- DecentLevi
- Post #95
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Musician Draco R2R DAC
If I'm not using USB input, is there any benefit of still getting a Unison board on the Bifrost 2? I've been interested in that DAC for a while. Anyone else second the Soekris as well? I may still like the Draco and can tweak the isolation as I now have several isolation hacks at my disposal...- DecentLevi
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Musician Draco R2R DAC
PS - I would also be using the DAC with my Audio GD DI20 DDC so I would have the choice to use it with either I2S, AES/EBU, RCA coax, or even Toslink optical with an iFi adapter. And though their DDC is sublime, I won't consider Ausio GD DACs anymore, as I was utterly dismayed with their DAC-R1...- DecentLevi
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Musician Draco R2R DAC
Hi there, just noticed your thread. Any updates on your currently preferred DAC? I'm leaning towards an R2R or proprietary DA chip, as I'm also a fan of Chord Electronics DACs, but hopefully something more affordable.- DecentLevi
- Post #87
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Poll:Aftermarket Qutest psu.
Somewhat hard to visualize your highly proprietary yet no doubt resolving system. Any chance you could do a photoshoot to share? Thanks- DecentLevi
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Aliexpress Cables
My experience with the Sysconcept tosink cable from Canada is absolutely transparent and uncolored in any way. It does treble, it does bass and everything in between, it does sterile, it does warm, lush, or whatever is the recording, bit perfect as it should be, nimble without adding its own...- DecentLevi
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Aliexpress Cables
@pashkaam I'll bet you're getting better sound with your matchbox sized SMSL PO100 DDC converter then without one, but from the looks of things I would be flabbergasted if it could hold a candle to my 10x bigger and more expensive audio-GD DI20. Definitely try one of those if feasible, those...- DecentLevi
- Post #4,120
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Aliexpress Cables
I personally swear by this multistrand toslink Optical cable. 1300 strand cable from Sysconcept of Canada, custom made with your choice of connectors, for around $70 shipped. Absolutely no comparison to several other optical cables I've tried, even thicker ones and I believe one glass cable some...- DecentLevi
- Post #4,119
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Post A Photograph Of Your Turntable
I've already ordered and waiting for the custom U-turn turntable with recommended upgrades, and connecting it directly to the phono input of my integrated stereo amp for now. Someday I'll upgrade to a tube amp, at that point I will also be in need of a phono stage. I'm looking forward to it...- DecentLevi
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Post A Photograph Of Your Turntable
Hello all, thank you so much for your input. I have already ordered the U-turn Orbit with all said specifications. Will post a photo in the weeks to come.- DecentLevi
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Post A Photograph Of Your Turntable
Hi ]eep thanks so much for your insight above. I was considering the Fluance but you 'U-turned' me :wink:. That custom looks interesting! - For the Cartridge I've actually had awful experiences with Ortofon's BA IEMs before but was considering if their cartridges may be better so thanks for...- DecentLevi
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Post A Photograph Of Your Turntable
Hi all, quietly building my rare vinyl collection but no turntable yet! What would be your recommendation for a great sounding affordable TT for less than $400 (new/used)? I was eyeing the Pro-ject T1 but not sure yet. I would prefer one that has an IEC AC socket for using aftermarket AC cables...- DecentLevi
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Poll:Aftermarket Qutest psu.
Hey guys, resurrecting my quest for a USB-optical cable here. Encouraged by the reports of user @rsbrsvp on his quest for audio excellence by replacing a standard USB cable with one that transmits via optical fiber with the DC power regenerated on the receiving side. His initial suggestion was...- DecentLevi
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DIY Ground Box Thread
Hey guys, a bit off topic but I thought perhaps some of you would know. What is a recommendation for a turntable with good sound quality but at entry level prices? My rare record collection is growing, but nothing to play it on. I'll even try a ground box on it.- DecentLevi
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Aliexpress Cables
An update about my recent RCA S/PDIF (digital coax) cable upgrade. Initially I reported great results with RCA coax cable from Darren of Arctand Labs in Singapore (I got the 'Obsidian' version). I reported better results, but fast forward 2 weeks later I discovered my findings may have been...- DecentLevi
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Aliexpress Cables
I was curious what's the difference between 4N and 7N versions? Which one is thicker, and any difference in sound? I got the 4N Xangsane USB cable. Even Google didn't seem to know the meaning of such ~"n" terminology.- DecentLevi
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Aliexpress Cables
Incoming today was the Xangsane 4n USB A-to-B cable for use between my USB purifier and Audio-GD DI-20 DDC which feeds my DAC. https://www.aliexpress.us/item/3256804181799808.html It replaced the USB cable I was very much loving, Odin gold which in this case I preferred over Odin 2 USB. RIGHT...- DecentLevi
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Aliexpress Cables
For power cables I am still mightily impressed with the 15-core Valhalla ( https://www.aliexpress.us/item/3256802936896122.html ) which for me surpassed Odin gold and Odin 2, all from from Aliexpress. I believe Darren also makes power cable as well. Other cables from him I've gotten were custom...- DecentLevi
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Aliexpress Cables
:heavy_check_mark: another upgrade in recent weeks ‐ added dual layers of the firm 70-duro type of sorbothane sheets under the four legs of my small wooden table which hosts my 5 grounding boxes. After trying several different kinds of feet including expensive ones from AliExpress, and various...- DecentLevi
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Aliexpress Cables
A few recent major upgrades :heavy_check_mark: upgraded to handcrafted RCA coax cable from Darren of Arctand.com in Singapore :heavy_check_mark: upgraded to handcrafted DC cable from Darren of Arctand in Singapore :heavy_check_mark: implemented @cdacosta 's idea of replacing BNC connectors with...- DecentLevi
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Aliexpress Cables
I'm thrilled someone else finally gave this a try! Once I've applied said mesh faraday shielding on the (lower) walls around my system, I knew something was very right, and never looked back! Interesting, I hadn't considered double layer shielding nor on the floor. My hunch however was that a...- DecentLevi
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Aliexpress Cables
So I got the Xangsane 4n Sterling Silver Hifi USB Cable that was recommended here, from the Xangsane AliExpress seller for use between my USB enhancer and DDC. It's beautiful and well crafted! Unfortunately I was unable to try it since they sent USB male A-to-A! Can't say if it was my fault or...- DecentLevi
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