Hello, can someone please help me? I've just bought a used Lambda pro on head fi, but it has channel-imbalance problem. The left side is barely audible, while the right side is normal. I know that the SR1-MK2 amp's volume knob can be used for Left and Right separately. Is there anything I can do...

I had mine for about 3 weeks now and have no problem at all with the amp. The amp PSU does get warm, but never too hot to touch. I listen while burning in, thus only about 100 hrs burning-in till now. I upgraded from M^3, and to my untrained ears, Phoenix gives me a big improvement. I might...

hello all, I have just received the Phoenix today. I have a question though. Why does the PSU have 2 Data out, but the Amp has only 1 Data in? Does it matter what Data out I choose to use? Thank you.

Hi, I want to know if there will be any Audi GD REF1 and Buffalo32 DAC at the meet tomorrow. Thanks.

I had the same problem before, and after replacing the fuse with 3A fuse, it works fine for me.

so, how does the OPUS compare to the Buffalo 24? Thanks.

Von Soundcard, I ordered mine on Ebay. I don't know about other internet shops.

If I want both SPDIF Coaxial and Toslink inputs, do I need to add the 4:1 Mux receiver? Thanks.

Quote: Originally Posted by LostOne.TR One could also get the M3+steps for less than 600. I think with no boutique parts and no fancy features, everyone can get a M^3 + S11 for less than 500, including labor cost.

can someone please tell me if the 8 channels in the ESS Sabre DAC chip are equivalent to 8 DAC chips (for example 8 PCM1704)? Thanks.

Quote: Originally Posted by Gradofan2 Based on the reviews / comments I've seen (in search of the same)... the KICAS Caliente reportedly has a bit better SQ than the M^3, and of course is less expensive. I think your comment is a bit misleading here. If I recall correctly, only...

welcome back scootermafia. You get off the hook quickly, huh? Give us some impression about the Havana DAC. Is it worth ~$900?

can someone with knowledge about how DACs work explain this to me? Does the number of processing channels determine how well a DAC perform? The DAC19MK3 has only 2 chips which I think correspond to 2 channels, while DACs like Valab has 8 chips. Also, I don't think power supply in DAC is not as...

Quote: Originally Posted by upstateguy Hi ttnl Just to clairfy, you're saying the parts alone cost you $900? USG[/B] Yeah, Buffalo DAC board + 3 PSU + 3 Transfo + Toslink Module = 570 + 60 + 20 = 650 Then the chassis cost about 100, misc costs about 50 more Total base...

Hey XXII, what is your Buffalo DAC configuration? I have just ordered the newest version of Buffalo DAC. Although the Buffalo is a DIY project, it costs me about the same as the HAVANA (~$900). It will be a big blow to me if the newest version Buffalo does not beat the Havana. Since you are in...

can someone with knowledge about the chips used in the Ref 1 take a look at this Chip used in the Buffalo DAC http://www.esstech.com/products/digi...F%20080221.pdf This chip is supposed to have 8 DAC channel. I wonder if it is equivalent to the 8 channels used in the REF 1.

Quote: Originally Posted by dermott I currently have Senn 595's and Grado 60's. I want to put together my first dedicated headphone rig. My iTunes library is all lossless, but I don't want the rig to be tied to my computer station. I have my eye on the Wadia 170i transport. Which would...

I think I will wait a little bit. I have just ordered a Buffalo DAC. My wallet needs time to recover.

Quote: Originally Posted by tim3320070 I got Kingwa to add CAST outputs to the 19MK3 for me as I am buying the CIA-400 amp he sells.....so I'll make use of them too. I just wish it had balanced outs for the C-2C. Hey Tim, is the DAC19MK3 ready for sale yet? I keep bugging Kingwa...

Wow, the DACs are gone within 1 min. I had small problem with Paypal due to NonScript program on my browser. I am not sure if the transaction go through or not, but I do receive a receipt from Paypal. When I check back, all are gone. Impressive!!! So, do we need a Volumite control for the new...

I have never heard the LD V, but from the opinion I collected on HeadFi, LD V is an Ok, so-so amp, nothing special about it; while the M3 receives so much rave from a lot of people

hey Lil'Knight, who is the builder of your amp? The combo looks nice

Quote: Originally Posted by zeroibis I was wondering a simular thing except it is this: To make it so we have a "portable" or even a "cheaper" solution why not make a small device that just bypasses the internal DAC but sends only SPDF or optical out. This should be a lot smaller and...

So, the overall opinion about Gamma 1 is very good, but have anyone compared the Gamma 1 DAC with other DACs in the $300 - $400 range? How about Zhaolu, Yulong?

what is a CTH amp?