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Thinnest connector? HD800, Hifiman or audeze? Changing out connector on Mezeclassics 99 question
Hi All, The Mezeclassics 99 have these ridiculous 3.5mm mono 5mm wide termination plug which NO manufacture I checked carries. So I can't properly make my own cable, unless I gettho it and re-use existing connector by splicing into it. So I'm thinking about retrofitting an existing...- bluesaint
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DSD 512 with both dual 3pin and 4pin XLR output amp all in one?
Aside from idsd micro pro line when it gets released, anyone know what other DAC+AMP in one units are there that have both DSD512 and balanced output (dual 3pin and single 4pin)?- bluesaint
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Oppo PM-3 Vs. Denon MM400 and Oppo PM-2 vs. Hifiman HE-560
So I was at Oppo HQ today mainly A/B testing my Denon AH-MM400 to the Oppo PM-3. Both are in the same $399 USD cost and both have similar reviews when compared to it's competitors such as Momentum2,B&O play H6, and B&W P7. In almost every instance that reviewed PM-3 and MM400 vs. the...- bluesaint
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Audeze EL-8 Closed Version Impressions Thread
As I didn't see a closed version specific thread I thought I'd start one. Apologize to moderators if there's one, feel free to merge the thread. I just received these today from headroom, so this is my quick out of the box impressions and possibly with a bad pair, so reserving final...- bluesaint
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Any dedicated source that allows you to connect a USB powered external HDD?
before anyone says build your own PC, thats not what I'm asking :) Is there DAC/AMP all in one units that also can read USB powered external HDD and play DSD64 & DSD128?- bluesaint
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SA5K and cable swap
Bottom line, (and no search was not helpful since it was nearly impossible to find it) aside from a lighter wallet, does it do much for those who has done it? The only review i found was from a balanced pair, but I don't have XLR and looking for standard cable upgrade via APS V3 or Moonaudio...- bluesaint
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SONY / MDR-DS8000
Anyone used this setup for movies? any good?- bluesaint
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- headphones over-ear sony
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Bay Area meets coming up?
Any Bay Area meets planned?- bluesaint
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Took the SACDMODs plunge
I would highly suggest the IEC as well. Powercables IMHO makes the #1 biggest difference to a decent CDP. I have a spare VD Power one for sell if your interested. I use VD Nite's power cable myself, but to me, it is worth it only because the rest of my equipment isn't cheap and can use...- bluesaint
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multi-region hack for 963SA?
I posted this in the general forum, but no one read it. Anyone know a "WORKING" multiregion hack that you actually got to work? I've tried those on the net using the 159+play command but don't work and keeps locking my player. and was warned not to do this more than 20times or else it'll lock...- bluesaint
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Philips 963SA Multi Region hack?
Hi guys, since there are tons of people with this player, how do you do it? I've tried this method, but doesn't seem to work. MR hack one for all 6: No discs in machine ! 1. The remote should be set up to control the DVD ( set-up code 0539 ). 2. Press the DVD button. 3. Press the...- bluesaint
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42inch Plasma TV for $3-4K
Hi guys, who recently or have extensive knowledge of plasma TVs? I'm in the process of purchasing this for roughly $3.1K shipped with table stand. http://www.activelight.com/products/...&MFR=Panasonic Any general feeling about Panasonic plasmas or plasma in general? Or is there another...- bluesaint
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My VD Nite snake pit cluster
Man it's hard to make your pit look clean with both PC and IC.- bluesaint
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Good Italian Opera SACD?
I want to get some type of mixed Italian Opera to get started. But i want only high quality recordings, so please help recommend some either good Redbook or SACD. Thanks -
Digital out: Optical or Coaxial?
What would be the better choice if your DVD player had both? Which should you use for best sound? I see most cable manufactures making the coaxial type while not as much for optical.- bluesaint
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Speaker amp for $200-300 range?
Anyone know what's a good value used/new 2 channel amp to drive some Whefardale Diamond 8.4 speakers?- bluesaint
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Mods to 963SA like mods to 555ES?
Wonder if there are anyone who mods 963SA like how M. Anders mod the 555ES and other Sony players. Anyone know?- bluesaint
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Review: VD Nite vs Stealth PGS IC
Well, i got my hands on a pair of STEALTH's PGS IC finally and compared it to my VD Nite. These retail for $2000. Here is a pic of the Stealth's: For those who missed my earlier review of the VD Nite compared to the Voodoo Reference can read it here...- bluesaint
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Techno/Trance, etc, what is the best CD sonically? SACD / CD??
As topic states, anyone have any that is good sonically. Most i've heard the recording qualities really bites the dust. -
IC trading? My VD Nite for your Golden Reference?
Instead of selling my 1M Virtual Dynamic Nite IC's, is there anyone who has Cardas Golden Reference (not golden cross) and interested in swapping cables?- bluesaint
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Review of Voodoo Reference vs VD Nites
This is my first and foremost review of any Hi-Fi equipment, so please bare with the mediocre terms i may use or even insult the fidelity of things. With that out of the way, I had the Voodoo's for slightly over a month now and I could say i'm accustomed to how it sounds. To give you a...- bluesaint
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KAS audio Interconnects
Anyone tried these? http://www.kasaudio.com/home.asp- bluesaint
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Bay Area, fremont/milpitas areas
Anyone have a R10 that I can audition? Really looking for that next level up sound, but unless I get a chance to listen to the R10, i can't justify the insane amount of $ needed to get it.- bluesaint
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Virtual Dynamic Nite IC
Hello, I am about to pickup a pair of the VD Nite IC's from someone local to me for around $450. What do you guys think, would it transform my current rig's performance to a higher level? I'm currently running Voodoo References- bluesaint
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