[xenithon]

I have a lot of clicking going on as well as random white noise half a second before a high res track would start playing. I've since updated the firmware and, touch wood, it has eliminated all clicks and pops. This is primarily using coax input (new firmware also allows for DSD over coax).

 

[HerrWallen]

Hello all,

I recently stumbled upon a used R2R-11 and couldn't resist. One hour in, I was in LOVE!.
That slightly "thicker" and smoother signature is addicting to say the least and it pairs so well with most of my gear.

I also happen to have a NFB-1AMP hooked to a balanced AKM D-S dac but since adjusting to the R2R-11s signature, I'm starting to consider upgrading to a R-1 to pair with the NFB-1.
Any one here happen to have heard them both (R2R-11 and R-1 + NFB-1AMP) and can share some sound-signature comparisons (or point me to a previous comparison if that is buried somewhere among the 62 pages)?

 

[gLer]

Hello all,

I recently stumbled upon a used R2R-11 and couldn't resist. One hour in, I was in LOVE!.
That slightly "thicker" and smoother signature is addicting to say the least and it pairs so well with most of my gear.

I also happen to have a NFB-1AMP hooked to a balanced AKM D-S dac but since adjusting to the R2R-11s signature, I'm starting to consider upgrading to a R-1 to pair with the NFB-1.
Any one here happen to have heard them both (R2R-11 and R-1 + NFB-1AMP) and can share some sound-signature comparisons (or point me to a previous comparison if that is buried somewhere among the 62 pages)?

The R-1 will give you everything you love about the R2R-11 and take it up several notches, particularly in terms of resolution, refinement and balance. It's a better R2R-11, especially when paired with the better amp in the NFB-1. I upgraded from the R2R-11 to the R-28 (the NFB-1/R-1 all-in-one) and it's a worthwhile upgrade in every way. So much so that I see no reason to look any further as far as a desktop amp and DAC are concerned.

 

[HerrWallen]

The R-1 will give you everything you love about the R2R-11 and take it up several notches

Thank you for pitching in, I was hoping that the upgrade would be noticeable quality-wise but was afraid I'd lose out on the signature.
That leaves me with allocating the funds, this adventure never ends

 

[gLer]

Thank you for pitching in, I was hoping that the upgrade would be noticeable quality-wise but was afraid I'd lose out on the signature.
That leaves me with allocating the funds, this adventure never ends

Haha, that's often true, although I've now had an R-28 for 18 months and have had no inclination to switch, upgrade or otherwise. In that time I've had some tube amps and even the much hyped THX 789 amp in for testing and comparison, and the R-28 hasn't budged an inch. YMMV of course, but I figure once the music is so good, just enjoy it.

PS. Currently using it with the HD800 (SDR) and couldn't be happier. The only change I've made was cleaning up the USB input, initially with a USB reclocker (which made a noticeable difference from my Mac mini), and more recently with a Matrix X-Spdif 2, converting from USB to I2S (which made an even bigger and, to my ears, endgame difference). I've also used the R-28 with a ZMF Auteur and Audeze LCD-3, both of which sound fantastic with it.

 

[Chopin75]

Has anyone compared R-1 with R-8 and if there is a lot of difference?

 

[Jandu]

Has anyone compared R-1 with R-8 and if there is a lot of difference?

I have a R28 (early version) for my headphone set up, also a R8HE with DI20HE for the speaker system, not quite exactly R1 Vs R8. During initial burn-in, I placed the R8 as the source of the R28. This is using the head amp of R28 with R8, instead of the R1in the R28. When listening using headphones, such as HD6xx and Focal Clear, the differences are not large. It is only when I ported all to the speaker system , when the sound difference can easily be appreciated. The R8 provides much more details to the music and a larger, width and depth wise, sound field. The sound origin can be pinpointed easily in the 3D space. However, unless the system is resolving enough, the difference may not be apparent.

 

[DecentLevi]

Hey guys I'm in the market for a good DAC under $800. The best I was recommended was the Bifrost 2. Does anyone have an idea on the comparison between the R-1 or another Audio-GD DAC for this price, vs. the Bifrost 2? Thanks in advance!

 

[Vicca Tito]

Hi,

have been using Audio GD R1 for some time with no problems. Great DAC. However, after moving some components around last night, upon reconnecting all digital inputs, I realized that in spite of recognized Amanero Combo USB device on my iMac, haven’t got any sound from the DAC. Has anybody experienced something similar? Any tips? Is there some possibility to reset the DAC? Already tried switching different USB cables, PCs and similar. Nothing really helped.
Thanks in advance
Vica

 

[Chopin75]

Have u turned off and on the DAC? Sometimes this happens with my R7 too

 

[Vicca Tito]

Already did that. I'll try one more time. With minimum 30s pause as suggested at AGD.

 

[Vicca Tito]

Nothing happens.
It's still dead silent USB. Optical and both Coax work fine.
What can it be?

 

[gLer]

Nothing happens.
It's still dead silent USB. Optical and both Coax work fine.
What can it be?

Check your input. Did you switch to the correct input on the front panel? Also check the sound driver on your PC/Mac is set to Amanero.

 

[Vicca Tito]

Nothing at all .... Checked & Checked. Even updated iMac.
In every player (like JRiver) I see it playing. No volume though. It's frustrating...
Would USB blaster help eventually?

 

[gLer]

Nothing at all .... Checked & Checked. Even updated iMac.
In every player (like JRiver) I see it playing. No volume though. It's frustrating...
Would USB blaster help eventually?

Doubt it's a firmware issue. Email Kingwa. Warranty should sort it out.