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Need power cord recommendation to reduce tube amp hum
Hello! I recently got a Manley Absolute. I love its sound, but the background hum really bothers me. Another Manley owner having the same problem suggested that changing the power cord could reduce the hum a lot. The power cord he suggested is too pricy($900+). Any recommendation on some...- Ryan Cao
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- Forum: Cables, Power, Tweaks, Speakers, Accessories (DBT-Free Forum)
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Laptop vs iPad vs dedicated source
Hello! I posted this question in another thread, but it might be more suitable here? Currently I'm using laptop/iPad (Apple Music and Tidal) as music source. It sounds pretty good, but without hearing other better alternatives, I'm just curious how much improvement a dedicated source can bring...- Ryan Cao
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- Forum: Dedicated Source Components
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Can’t tell the difference among headphones
Hello! As someone very new to hifi, this might be a silly question. I was using HD598 and Bose QC 35 as my main headphones. Recently I decided to explore more fun and got a few loans from a local store. Chord Hugo 2 -> Focal Utopia Topping D90 -> Topping A90 -> Focal utopia Chord Hugo 2 ->...- Ryan Cao
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- Forum: Introductions, Help and Recommendations
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Need recommendation for headphone system with 4K budget
Hello! I’ve been using HD598, Bose qc35 and AirPods for the past couple of years, and now decide to upgrade to a better sound system. I mostly listen to classical, vocal, classical rock. Much appreciated if I can get some advice on the choice of headphone, DAC, amp (basically the entire...- Ryan Cao
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- Forum: Introductions, Help and Recommendations