Has anyone listened to both this and the Sabaj D5? I'm curious to see how 788 stacks up against the D5/DX7S/SH-8 and SU-8
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Monoprice Monolith Desktop THX Amp/DAC (#24459) - Impressions Thread
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slappomatt
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Good question they are very similar in price and features, the D5 has built in psu (plus in my book) XLR outs, i2s inputs and I believe a remote.
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Hey guys, I'm loving this dac/amp but I find the dial to be way too slow in adjusting volume. Is there any way to change that in any way?
Hey guys, I'm loving this dac/amp but I find the dial to be way too slow in adjusting volume. Is there any way to change that in any way?
nope
Mikooki
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Can anyone compare this with the ifi micro black label disregarding features?
Just got mine today...
Love it, but, I'm hearing a static-electric discharge sound (i.e., crackling) coming though only when sounds are playing. Updated the firmware and driver...Swapped cables and headphones...all the same.
I wanted to point it out in case anyone ever has a similar issue. I’m going to try non-USB inputs and USB on another computer just in case it’s some kind of usb-power issue...
EDIT: Ha, looks like it was the USB extension cable I was using. Remember folks, cables matter!
Love it, but, I'm hearing a static-electric discharge sound (i.e., crackling) coming though only when sounds are playing. Updated the firmware and driver...Swapped cables and headphones...all the same.
I wanted to point it out in case anyone ever has a similar issue. I’m going to try non-USB inputs and USB on another computer just in case it’s some kind of usb-power issue...
EDIT: Ha, looks like it was the USB extension cable I was using. Remember folks, cables matter!
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Just got mine today...
Love it, but, I'm hearing a static-electric discharge sound (i.e., crackling) coming though only when sounds are playing. Updated the firmware and driver...Swapped cables and headphones...all the same.
I wanted to point it out in case anyone ever has a similar issue. I’m going to try non-USB inputs and USB on another computer just in case it’s some kind of usb-power issue...
EDIT: Ha, looks like it was the USB extension cable I was using. Remember folks, cables matter!
I also have the same problem, but I found that the TOSLINK port I was using is very poor. So I'm actually going to have to ask for a replacement... anyone know if their customer service has given replacements in the past?
EDIT: Also IceAero, how does it compare to your 789? Any real sonic differences?
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EDIT: Also IceAero, how does it compare to your 789? Any real sonic differences?
I can't say unfortunately. I'm using the 788's internal DAC at work, and my Gumby at home. I would think that differences would be more from the different DACs than the different amps.
diadack
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Has anyone used this with a tube amp? I got a dark voice yesterday and I've been using the THX 788 has a DAC and pre amp and it really adds a layer of sound stage, space and imaging that I found really enjoyable.
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Has anyone used this with a tube amp? I got a dark voice yesterday and I've been using the THX 788 has a DAC and pre amp and it really adds a layer of sound stage, space and imaging that I found really enjoyable.
Welcome to tube rolling: finding that holy grail tube that gives you maximum soundstage and keeping detail
diadack
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I just ordered the Tung-Sol 6SN7 per someone’s suggestionWelcome to tube rolling: finding that holy grail tube that gives you maximum soundstage and keeping detail
slappomatt
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when I very first got mine I tried it with a Shiit vali 2 and was very impressed over the sanskirt 6th dac I was using before.
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I just ordered the Tung-Sol 6SN7 per someone’s suggestion
Which version, the new Russian 6SN7GTB, NOS GTB, or old GT? I've found I also love the Tung-Sol sound with my Single Power...and have tried all 3. Many folks say the GT is the best, but with some headphones it can have too recessed mids. I think the NOS GTB is the best all around, and the new Russian one has some similar signature with more mids. My Single Power is all Tung-Sol: great balance.
diadack
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GTBWhich version, the new Russian 6SN7GTB, NOS GTB, or old GT? I've found I also love the Tung-Sol sound with my Single Power...and have tried all 3. Many folks say the GT is the best, but with some headphones it can have too recessed mids. I think the NOS GTB is the best all around, and the new Russian one has some similar signature with more mids. My Single Power is all Tung-Sol: great balance.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listing/B07KQW1WFX?condition=used
amazon warehouse deals has a couple(maybe 1?) at 359.99+tax acceptable. pretty good deal if you're on the market, amazon run seller.
edit: these are returns btw.
amazon warehouse deals has a couple(maybe 1?) at 359.99+tax acceptable. pretty good deal if you're on the market, amazon run seller.
edit: these are returns btw.
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