I recently found a Red Cyndi 2 CD set (SACD) in Chinatown at an amazing deal of $5. Of course I instantly bought it. Unfortunately fate is not without a sense of irony, not only was that the last CD the store had but it was scratched! It is massively skipping and getting worse. So I need...

Is there a quality difference in terms of optical out on audio? More specifically is optical on the TBAAM good enough for a DAC-AH setup?

Anyone know if the Emu 0404 works with linux (Alsa) as of now?

I remember there used to be a guide around here somewhere to get kernel streaming to work on the TBAAM for Foobar2000 v0.8.3. Anyone still got a link? I'm trying to setup my new computer and I can't find that guide anymore. Also can someone send me the .dll for foobar2000 0.8.3 since most...

I'm thinking of getting a new pair of headphones. I'm looking to spend $200~$300. I want a pair of headphones that has a good sound stage, good details, and preferably doesn't require an amp. I'm currently considering: Audio Technicia ATH-ESW9 Audio Technicia ATH-A900 Now my question is...