I have decided to wait till Emotiva releases its new DACs.   One thing I observed is except PS Audio DLIII, most DAC don't have auto-select for their digital inputs.  Any particular reason why is it so ? For pure DAC that would eliminate need for remote 

Anybody tried it as a pre in their main system ?

Hows ASUS Xonar Essence One as pure dac ? (what chip ?)  Its available locally at good price   Another thought is to wait for Emotiva XDA-2

I think Schiit Bitfrost can also be in the list.

Hi all,   I am looking to buy a new DAC which can used as outboard DAC for PC or MAC, to be connected to my amp (NAD C372) in the main system. I am looking at following options :   1) Teac UD-H01 2) PS Audio DLIII 3) Peachtree DACiT 4) ASUS Xonar Essence One 5) Nuforce HDP   I am...

I am sure DAC-100 is grt. But my point was about a companion dac for HAP-100. And since HAP-100 has a headphone amp already, the companion dac can be a pure dac. That way buying both, one will get analogue pre (HAP-100), heaphone-amp (HAP-100) and a DAC (the new unit I am talking about)  ...

Quote:   Hi jasonl,   I guess now you should plan a pure DAC( no pre, no head-amp) with same looks as HAP-100 [ and a good price :) ]. Someone looking to buy HAP-100 and a separate DAC will find that unit interesting. And maybe a common remote as well.   What do others think ...

I confirmed with AudioEngine and they confirmed that it will be safe...

Btw is it safe to use mk iv as pre for audioengine A2s ?   Will there be any DC related issues ?

David suggested removing the volume knob and adjusting it. I removed the volume knob, the front plate and refitted all back and now its fine.   It was basically a problem with metal knob grinding with the external circular surface. Now its fine...   Back to burn in and listening now :)

@rosgr63   Thanks!. Yes tube rolling is the next project :) Though I will spend sufficient time (min 6 months)  with the stock tubes before changing. I would be looking at mullards (m8100/8161) and then maybe the power tubes.   @.Sup I will finally keep the setting most suitable for...

  I did switch on the amp and the initial impression quite nice. Everything sounds very very clear. Only problem is the drums (Sheffield disc) lack the attack or power as compared to my 372 headphone out. But I started with gain 4. Will be changing it to 10. Maybe the burn in will solve it...

Hi all,   I finally received my MKIV. Looks much much better than its pics on little dot website.   Though , on preliminary inspection, I found there is an issue with volume control. It gets stuck at around 50. If lot of pressure is applied, it goes past 50 and then its smooth till 100...

I think BDP-95 is the "SE" version of BDP-93. And their website says Feb 2011.

  How about RWAudio Amp1.. ?   Anybody tried it with HD600/650/800 ?

@jr41   Thanks!!! i am planning to buy ehx 6h30pi and mullard m8161 later, i hope i dont miss the SE then :) Only thing is the 2 yrs warranty, though if this machine is reliable enough, that should not be a problem.. Typically what's the best place to buy tubes , ebay ? And what would be...

I have recently ordered MKIV from little dot and am eagerly waiting for the same ( it has been shipped) . Have also ordered Senns HD600. Currently just have Sr60 so this will be my first proper headphone system.   I must say David really has lot of patience and answers all your emails ...

Though it may be speculative at this point of time, but do you guys think that NFB-11 headphone amp will as good as that of FUN ?

EF2 does not have line outs as well as coax in, which I require...

Hi all,   Are there combined,  i.e single box,  USB DAC + Tube HP amp products available (around $300) ? I only found one Hifiman EF2 ... any others ?   Thanks, Hifisound

Which sellers typically have best deals for headphones or amps during coming weeks ? Looking to pick up something like HD600(new) at good price ..       Thanks Hifisound   PS : Not sure if this is the right section to post such a thread....

There is an internal DAC from Bryston too which I think fits into B60. Have you explored that option ?

does it have a remote ?

Hi all,   Anybody compared D1 with nuforce udac-2 sound wise ? I had almost decided udac-2 when I saw this product and I am almost leaning towards it . It has tube too and lots more features plus all around $200 which is my max budget!   (currently have grado sr60 but later be...

Hi all   Anybody using WA2 in their main rig as preamp ? Any comparisons with preamp section of Benchmark DAC1/USB/HDR ?   Thanks, Hifisound