What were they thinking with the constantly colour-shifting light around the knob? That *really* puts me off the amp. It would be nice if any of the following was true: 1. you could disable the illumination (easily/without modding) 2. it was a single colour 3. if you could select a colour...

re: DIO 2448 Not a bad card, just watch OS/driver compatibility. I don't believe there are drivers for this card beyond Win2K. Unless you download OEM type drivers for the chipset on it. And even then I think you lose out on some of the functionality. Better if you are in the market for...

Woo, I just joined "Team Clamp" ! I should have done that ages ago. $5 bucks, no fuss, no muss. Thanks Canadian Tire!

Based on what you indicated, it sounds like that cable would work fine. Interesting that the Micro DAC will do either digital medium (optical/coax)... wish Apple's Airport Express did that. One option though that may help is that you can use any existing Digital Coaxial cable you may own...

Here's some reviews: http://www.casemodgod.com/Reviews-story--90.html http://reviews.designtechnica.com/review3305.html http://www.techgage.com/review.php?id=3306 cheers

I've been very pleased with the Logitech Z-4, so much that I bought 2 sets. Black http://www.logitech.com/index.cfm/pr...ONTENTID=10937 White http://www.logitech.com/index.cfm/pr...ONTENTID=10877 You generally pay a premium for the white model. You CAN get the black Z4 at...

Control-L does exactly what you want. I use it all the time. This is a shortcut to "File menu - Show Current Song" if you prefer clicking on menus... (And not only does it show the current song, but it shows it in the context in which you were playing it.) This works under iTunes 6.x...

Ok, so if you know *anything* about PC cases or accessories, you've heard of SilverStone (http://www.silverstonetek.com). If not... well here's your introduction... they rock. I was just surfing their site for the millionth time and stumbled over some blurb about a new USB-DAC they are...

You might also try it with another computer if you have access to one. Or some other device that has a USB port (I'm trying to think of what you might have, but drawing a blank...) Or try another USB cable. Or if you have onboard USB + PCI/PCMCIA USB, then try alternating between the two of...

I can't think of anyone who would recommend NOT using it, *IF* you are going to use iTunes to import your music. But that said, I think most people would probably recommend you use something OTHER than iTunes to do the audio extraction. eg. EAC (Exact Audio Copy)...

Don Quichotte, been following your posts closely since I've been lurking on the edge of getting a MiniDAC myself now for some time. So please keep posting away. I'm glad you are enjoying it. :-) I wonder how the MiniDAC would work if you attempted to use the USB output to feed a device OTHER...

Other options include: PS Audio headphone amp (has USB input) http://www.psaudio.com/products/gcha..._amplifier.asp Grace Design m902 headphone amp (has USB input) http://www.gracedesign.com/products/902/m902.htm

Quote: Originally Posted by majid I doubt it is as paranoid as EAC, but iTunes has an option to enable error-correction when importing a CD. I always leave it on. iTunes Error Correction regularly misses errors that EAC will catch for me. I guess iTunes EC "tries as hard as it...

http://www.apogeedigital.com/pdf/minidac_usersguide.pdf Page 22. So this is an Apogee-approved end-user operation, you won't be voiding your warranty. There are a few other cases where they require you to open up the unit - eg. change jumper re: variable output - eg. adjust trimpots

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I'd echo Bill's comments... get the 2nd hand unit. See if you need the USB. If so, add it later. Also, the *LONG OVERDUE* FireWire add-in card for the Mini-DAC is *supposed* to be available in the next 6 months, or so the rumour goes. Just don't hold your breath, but FYI, it should/might...

File permissions problem maybe? You didn't mention what Operating System you are using. Nor what version of iTunes you are running. Nor any specifics of your configuration. Where did these particular tracks come from? Is there something different about them, than say the rest of your...

Personally I'm an AKG K271 fanboy, but I'll admit to not having compared a lot of headphones sonically. I like the sound and the build/fit is first rate. One of the big factors in which headset to get may your girlfriend's preferences... ie. how big is her head and what does she like to wear...

AKG K271 - I would absolutely recommend. Personally I love them, fits me very well, very comfortable, nice seal but not a head-clamping jaw-killer like some headphones. I put these on and the world goes away. So long as you don't mind people being able to walk up behind you... :-) I don't...

I've also had success with problem discs by: 1. using a different CD/DVD drive (say in another computer) 2. taking a black marker and "blacking" the edge of the disc I tried #2 as a lark, because I'd always read those audiophile tips about green marker absorbing "spurious reflections"...

Don, Just curious - which shop in Canada are you buying from? Are you buying the model with the USB, or without? (Reminds me they never *have* come out with a Firewire card for that yet...) Can you share the price you're paying at that store? (if not, don't worry about it...)...

You can also run an Apogee Mini-DAC (accepts Toslink) off batteries. Mind you, you won't be fitting this in your pocket or anything, but it is certainly transportable if you planned on taking it around with you. http://www.apogeedigital.com/products/minidac.php http://www.ecocharge.com/

I've got one of these as well and love it (DiO 24/96) be careful those of you looking for one on eBay that you don't buy the DiO **2448** by mistake, it will be a lot harder to make that one work with XP and I don't think it's supported under Mac OS. The DiO 24/96 is a "Delta" card, whereas...

Dean, Amazing work! If you decide to add some more, I'd like to request the AKG 271 http://www.akg.com/products/powersla...nguage,EN.html There is a high-resolution photo available on that page too. Cheers! DT