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    Massdrop x THX AAA 789

    You mean the perfectly fine part on SE? I'm sure it is.
    Post by: Roen, Jan 16, 2019 in forum: Headphone Amplifiers and Combo (DAC/Amp) Units
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    Massdrop x THX AAA 789

    Now that would be bordering on neurotic.
    Post by: Roen, Jan 16, 2019 in forum: Headphone Amplifiers and Combo (DAC/Amp) Units
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    Massdrop x THX AAA 789

    I mean, I didn't spend more time besides reading the posts, figuring out the cost of the cables, and buying them. It's a marginal cost over buying...
    Post by: Roen, Jan 16, 2019 in forum: Headphone Amplifiers and Combo (DAC/Amp) Units
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    Massdrop x THX AAA 789

    What does cost have anything to do with it? I don't see anything wrong with optimizing your chain for a marginal cost if possible and if design...
    Post by: Roen, Jan 16, 2019 in forum: Headphone Amplifiers and Combo (DAC/Amp) Units
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    Massdrop x THX AAA 789

    Sure, I accept your correction, I didn't know how to put it accurately. I was hoping someone more knowledgeable would opine on the situation.
    Post by: Roen, Jan 3, 2019 in forum: Headphone Amplifiers and Combo (DAC/Amp) Units
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    Massdrop x THX AAA 789

    Basically tie them together at the shield, rather than at the XLR socket, was the recommendation.
    Post by: Roen, Jan 2, 2019 in forum: Headphone Amplifiers and Combo (DAC/Amp) Units
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    Massdrop x THX AAA 789

    That's the one. Mine are from BJC. As much as I don't believe in cables, I just went with them because they're the cheapest option in the world...
    Post by: Roen, Jan 2, 2019 in forum: Headphone Amplifiers and Combo (DAC/Amp) Units
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    Massdrop x THX AAA 789

    According to Andrew Mason from THX, since the Balanced Input can accept Unbalanced inputs, using a properly wired RCA to XLR cable can provide...
    Post by: Roen, Jan 2, 2019 in forum: Headphone Amplifiers and Combo (DAC/Amp) Units
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    The All Purpose Advice Thread

    Atom seems to get lots of glowing reviews. Any difference between Jot w/ 4490 and Jot + Modi 3 stack?
    Post by: Roen, Jan 2, 2019 in forum: Advice Threads
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    The All Purpose Advice Thread

    DACs : Modi 3, D10, D30, D50, March Audio DAC1, Massdrop x Grace SDAC, SMSL SU-8 V2, JDS EL DAC Amps: Magni 3, JDS Atom, Massdrop THX AAA 789,...
    Post by: Roen, Dec 31, 2018 in forum: Advice Threads
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    Sony WH-1000XM3 measurements and thoughts

    What would be the main differences compared to the Bose QC35II sound signature?
    Post by: Roen, Dec 31, 2018 in forum: Audio Science
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    The All Purpose Advice Thread

    Requirements: AK Chip 5V Input or Battery Powered (Or Both) Display would be nice Supports DSD Balanced Out nice but not necessary 2V RMS...
    Post by: Roen, Dec 31, 2018 in forum: Advice Threads
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    Massdrop x THX AAA 789

    I saw this post from another thread. Do you have example tracks that you were listening to and what headphones were you using?
    Post by: Roen, Dec 20, 2018 in forum: Headphone Amplifiers and Combo (DAC/Amp) Units
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    Massdrop x THX AAA 789

    At the very least, you get points for humor and sarcasm. +1
    Post by: Roen, Dec 20, 2018 in forum: Headphone Amplifiers and Combo (DAC/Amp) Units
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    Massdrop x THX AAA 789

    I'm guessing you're not a NwAvGuy fan.
    Post by: Roen, Dec 20, 2018 in forum: Headphone Amplifiers and Combo (DAC/Amp) Units