I am currently running USB out of my M1 Mac Mini to an iFi Zen Dac original version. Looking at other ones like the newer V2 but not needing bluetooth. Liked Schiit Modis but this is the 3rd time I got one and they all failed. What are some other Dacs from iFi or others closer to $200 but...

To simply answer the question every time of speaker I have tried from Klipsch, Martin-Logan, Peachtree and others I have the same upper mid treble hole until I eq up.

Oh and my Loki. A hw dac will also work with current Big Sur and soon Monterey

I use Aurdivana Studio for one thing. Second reason is would rather have hw do it than load more sw. Also Aurdivana Studio can recognize most major Dacs. Third i jave Schiit Modi 3 and iFi Zen Dac. Plus an advantage to hw dac through NAD is would eq other devices also

I like all your ideas. I will connect the Mac to Dac via RCA into one of the line inputs then via the Tape Mon Out/Ins plug in the EQ. As you noted that way I can EQ anything when the Tape Mon is engaged. For awhile I was what I'd call something of an idealistic purist though never had any...

I specifically bought this NAD because the C326bee and C356bee integrated amps have those options. Yes, amps or receivers or even newer NAD don't have them.

My iMac output will be USB to either a Schiit Modi 3 Dac or an iFI Zen Dac, from one of those via RCA to a Schiit Loki equalizer with RCA outs. I have a NAD C356bee integrated amp which has Tape In/Out as well as 2 Pre Outs and Main In. I obviously want to do the D/A conversion from the Mac...

I do know that all of us have preferences. i bought the Klipsch speakers a few months ago due to ton of reviews and comments re how bright they were. The Denon amp very easily powers them and can barely get volume less than 1/4 turn before they blow me out on level. I have connected some...

Hopefully under 200.00 pair. Will use more for calls than music. The TWS earphones I've tried so far usually have Bluetooth issues and often lacking clarity in both areas especially phone calls.

They replied v5 did both buds on calls. Thks again for the two names

Both look interesting. Helm can get through Amazon where I have a credit. Helm website says audio for calls should come from both buds.

Have iphone 6s, etting iphone 9 soon. Need to have good call quality both ends, plus as secondary good music repro.

Many major TWS True Wirelsss buds report call quality issues or dropped connections. I can't spend $300 a pair fir under $200 are there any that have good solid call quality on both ends, plus good music reproduction secondly?

Now there are several paid of Polk Audio R15's on Ebay around $65/pair incl shipping.  I know wouldnt be able to return them but are another possibility.

I just found some Infinity P143 speakers for around $65/pair from Amazon.  Only drawback would be I would have to pay return shipping if I didn't like them.  Normally $65 each, so about 1/2 MSRP.

I did hear the Pioneers at local Best Buy and maybe if they go on sale again I may try them to listen at home instead of in the store.  Best Buy is a horrible place the way they set up speakers now as they have extremely limited source material.  I won't buy anything that can't be returned...

Two responses to last post.  I am not anyone else.  I don't care how many amateur and "professional" reviews there are on a manufacturer.  I am not going on reviews, I am going on how the Pioneers sound in person and the Fluances sound in the video.  I have seen the written reviews of the...

I appreciate all the responses.  I do know that referencing Youtube videos is not a real test.  I did audition the Pioneer B22's and for my taste did not prefer them.  Speakers as all know here are the most subjective (along with headphones) of gear.  What I heard on the Youtube review of the...

Well, I have heard the Pioneer BS22s and even in person they didn't sound as good as the Fluance SX6's did in the Youtube video so I have heard the Pioneers and was not impressed with the sound signature.

Yes that's the only one I've found so far.  They do ship direct, have lifetime warranty, and you have 30 days to audition them and if you want to return them for any reason Fluance even pays the return shipping.  Sounds fair to me.

I'm very interested in any posts about the SX6 speakers from Fluance.  Price will be $105 for the pair direct from manufacturer.  Do not have chance to listen to them befoe buying so are there any alternatives around same price that are as good?  I did view a Youtube video that seemed to...

I would like to follow the route of something like a Lepai or Topping amp (only names I know) but am searching for a desktop amp that will accept possibly USB input.  I do want to be able to run computer output into a 3.5mm input and have a headphone jack on the front so I can listen mostly via...

Thanks for the information. Sound is most important and comfort a close second and they look very similar to my Beyer DT660's. How would you compare them to the Samson SR850's?  The Samson's are a bit less costly. Or better yet, the AKG K240s?  I did look over Amazon reviews on the AKG and I may...

Reviews on Amazon.com look very good for cans selling under $60.  I prefer Open-Air(Back) cans, will run mostly off my computer output.  Enjoyed Senn 518s before, AKG K240 and MKII's, Beyer DT660's.  Loved the Beyers to death but unable right now to afford them.  Takstars look a lot like the...

Am looking at ASUS Xonar DG Pci sound card, one by Rosewill, and one by Sound Blaster.  Lots of people like the Rosewill and price is low.  Can anyone recommend a decent PCI type card to replace onboard audio.  Playing lossless music into pair of Swan speakers.