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Cayin N3Ultra: an Entry-level Portable DAP that Delivers a Complete Vacuum Tube Audio Experience
I use the N3U in the mode explained by Andykong. Ex. Audio In No USB Power.- KESM
- Post #444
- Forum: Portable Source Gear
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Cayin N3Ultra: an Entry-level Portable DAP that Delivers a Complete Vacuum Tube Audio Experience
The unit features a USB DAC mode. This feature permits use of a mobile device via an OTG USB C cable.- KESM
- Post #438
- Forum: Portable Source Gear
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Cayin N3Ultra: an Entry-level Portable DAP that Delivers a Complete Vacuum Tube Audio Experience
I don’t use it either.- KESM
- Post #436
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Cayin N3Ultra: an Entry-level Portable DAP that Delivers a Complete Vacuum Tube Audio Experience
Negative. All good. The DAP has EQ for user preference.- KESM
- Post #432
- Forum: Portable Source Gear
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Cayin N3Ultra: an Entry-level Portable DAP that Delivers a Complete Vacuum Tube Audio Experience
Day one: I have the Ultra paired with 64 Audio 6t CIEMs. They’ve never sounded better.- KESM
- Post #383
- Forum: Portable Source Gear
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For Sale Linear Tube Audio MZ3 HP AMP
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- 2700.00 USD
- Condition
- Excellent/Like new
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- United States of America
***This item was upgraded/reconditioned*** on 10/17/2023 by LTA with the following items (700.00 USD). New production run faceplate (matte black with silver engraved lettering) Big Bottle tube lid (accommodates bottle tubes) Two Matched Ken Rad 12SN7GT tubes (Two Mullard 6201 Vintage British...- KESM
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For Sale Microzotl MZ3 HP amp
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- 2700.00 USD
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- Excellent/Like new
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- United States of America
***This item was upgraded/refurbished*** on 10/17/2023 with the following items (700.00 USD). New production run faceplate (matte black with silver engraved lettering) Big Bottle tube lid (accommodates bottle tubes) Two Matched Ken Rad 12SN7GT tubes (Two Mullard 6201 Vintage British New Old...- KESM
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Introducing Shanling SCD1.3 - New SACD player
I may likely add this transport to my desktop rig given I’m seeking a CD player solution that has a small footprint. I have a Roon Nucleus paired to a Lumin U1 mini. This peripheral player will allow me to spin all of my discs (including SACD). I prefer the tray loader on this unit rather...- KESM
- Post #52
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Reply to review by 'KESM' on item 'Lifatec TOSLINK Optical Cable'
I have the Lifatec optic cable. It sounds notable better than the one I had in its place.- KESM
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What Are You Listening To Right Now?
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What Are You Listening To Right Now?
Vince Clarke - Songs of Silence -
FIIO first cassette player CP13 is officially released!
Yes. Keep it all analog…& I’d pay the up charge for high quality components that would make this an heirloom piece vs. a discard.- KESM
- Post #124
- Forum: Portable Source Gear
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For Sale HEADAMP GS-X MINI
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- 1149.99 USD
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- Excellent/Like new
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- United States of America
*SOLD*Matte black HeadAmp GSX-mini for sale. Includes cable and original packaging. Excellent condition with Alps RK27 volume pot. Great HP amp…no issues…just haven’t used it that often. Well kept with no blemishes.- KESM
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LTA VELO - Headphone Amp / Preamp
The Topping stuff..did it bring any life into a recording? Topping is ruler flat and that translates to a dead sound quality to my ears. I have a LTA MZ3 …& I had a D90 DAC…I sold the D90…it was clean/sterile sounding…& I experienced no operational issues…but it was painstakingly soulless…it...- KESM
- Post #7
- Forum: Headphone Amps (full-size)
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Comment by 'KESM' on listing 'Monitor riser'
16 W x 12 D x 8.5 H (with rubber feet) Interior dimensions: 14 W x 12 D x 7.5 H (with rubber feet). It has 6 fan speed levels to promote lower decibel (Noctua) fan noise and/or increased airflow. I cannot say ‘loud or quiet’…without it being subjective/relative. I can say it’s not audibly...- KESM
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For Sale Monitor riser
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- 89.00 USD
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Monitor riser with built in cooling fans for headphone amp components. Solid walnut with dovetail joints. Dimensions: Exterior: 16 W x 12 D x 8.5 H (with rubber feet Interior: 14 W x 12 D x 7.5 H (with rubber feet) Noctua fans with AC Infinity panel control: Temp probe setting to regulate when...- KESM
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Reply to review by 'KESM' on item 'Sugden Audio A21SE Signature Integrated Amplifier'
I just purchased this amp. It’s pushed my Hegel H390 out of the rack. I had concerns about its capacity to drive my Salk Song 3 Encore towers and Spendor 4/5 Classic monitors which went unfounded. It drives both pairs with ease (87 and 84 db sensitivity). I think the key is to pair it with...- KESM
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Reply to review by 'KESM' on item 'Topping D90'
I purchased one and it performed without issue. I sold it off because it’s lifeless in SQ. Some might prefer it and liken it to being neutral. For me it didn’t impart any emotion to the music such that it didn’t sound like ‘real’ music. It’s probable that gear which measures well…trades off...- KESM
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Woo Audio TUBE mini Balanced Headphone Amplifier/DAC
The WA8 Eclipse is literally a hand brick to transport (comparatively). The specific use case & advantage in favor of the tube mini is its pocket portability…with little to no compromise on driving whatever cans your pockets can afford. I dare not and cannot make a ‘replacement for the WA8’...- KESM
- Post #55
- Forum: Portable Headphone Amps