It could also be a Roon issue and the hardware limitations of your Roon server CPU doing the DSD upsampling.

Sorry about your DSD512 audio stuttering. It's important to remember that the Arce only supports DSD512 on I2S output and that might be an edge case where the HDMI cable quality really matters. The other ports only officially support DSD64 so I wouldn't expect perfect DSD256 playback. I suggest...

Thank you, the video helped me solve the problem. The key is to tap on Roon menu's DEVICE INFO, which launches a browser tab where you can switch the output to USB.

I just got the Zen Stream recently and for the last couple days I've been struggling to get Roon Exclusive mode to output via USB rather than SPDIF. I have struck out with my three DACs: Topping DX7Pro+, Topping D90, and SMSL SU-9N. They do not report back properly via USB on exclusive mode. On...

The SQ is fantastic and flawless with no hitches from what I can tell. But this device was mainly engineered for Roon usage so it's not surprising. And without multiple streaming devices on hand to do apples to apples comparisons it's still not a lot to go on.

I got it last week so I'm still putting it through the paces. So far I love it. But definitely it's a very niche product. First of all it's meant to be a Roon bridge. I currently have my NAS doubling as a Roon server which was easy enough to configure. I tried to hold off on getting a Roon...

I bought the iPhono2 recently and really love it. Comparing the two, I only see a few incremental changes and a new power supply. So this massive price jump has me scratching my head.

I want to connect my PS3 to my headphone amp with good RCA cables so that I can listen to my SACDs, but unfortunately Sony uses the proprietary AV component cable. Is there a good audiophile Component AV Cable out there that is not a ripoff like Monster? I've Googled everywhere and there doesn't...

Quote: Originally Posted by MrFaust You haven't heard Pink Floyd until you get a chance to hear The Dark Side Of The Moon - CP35-3017 Toshiba/EMI black triangle Japanese pressing CD. This is the definitive version that is out there. It sounds better than the SACD version, the MFSL...

I've had lots of experience with the Echo Indigo DJ and I highly recommend it. A word of warning though: PCMCIA is going obsolete and will not be compatible with newer laptops!

I'd love to be part of the meet. Count me in.

Quote: Originally Posted by M0T0XGUY Take this with a grain of salt, because for every member who enjoys using flats with their RS-1's, there's someone who prefers bowls. I fall into the latter category, as I actually found the bass with flats to be quite boomy and unrealistic, while...

The RS-1 is not supposed to sound bright. From my experience it sounded bright only during the initial burn in period. I have a feeling that the brightness some people are experiencing is due to poor cd mastering more than anything else. Also other gear used could be a factor.

Osocan, I noticed that your HD2 has the Hi Z at the right and the Lo Z at the left. Plus your connectors are silver where mine is all black. Did you have it modded?

I've owned the RA-1 and I think it is highly overrated. Buy a better amp in the $500+ area to save money in the long run.

Thanks Bootleg, I would have done the same if I had the money. I'll anxiously wait for your HD1 HD2 comparison. I bet you will enjoy the RS-1. It sounds great with the HD2 here.

I use the GE 5751 black plate triple mica with the stock ECC99 and have noticed some improvement.

And with emerging new hd audio codecs we need all the available bandwidth we can get.

Express card provides a lot more bandwith than the old PCMCIA and is a long overdue upgrade.

And angle them so that they point directly at you.

I doubt anyone can. The difference is much too minuscule.

Tek Line Eclipse I got mine open box and allegedly unused for $85 including shipping.

Its not too late to change your mind. You can always contact him and ask him to change the order before he begins building.

Yes, I'm interested as well.

I think a local meet is in order to get to the bottom of this issue.