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    DAP discussion thread

    I have been anxious to hear a SQ comparison with the new amp modules. Does the new amp change the sound or just make it louder?...
    Post by: Barra, May 27, 2016 in forum: IEMs and Portable Gear
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    Help me Choose BW VS Zana Deus VS DNA Stratus

    My EC BW gen 1 is definitely colored/fun and required some rethinking when paired with my Havana 2 tube DAC having switched from my bright Mjolnir...
    Post by: Barra, Feb 25, 2016 in forum: Headphone Amplifiers and Combo (DAC/Amp) Units
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    aune m2

    Check out this explanation on Headfi: http://www.head-fi.org/t/768366/aune-m2/315#post_12350639 IMO, SQ improvements only go so far before they...
    Post by: Barra, Feb 17, 2016 in forum: IEMs and Portable Gear
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    aune m2

    I have the AK100ii with the best UI in the business, but I am moving to the Aune for the better SQ, especially with my LCD2.2 that it breaths new...
    Post by: Barra, Feb 15, 2016 in forum: IEMs and Portable Gear
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    MHDT Labs R-2R NOS Tube DACs

    Congratulations on the new toy. These MDHT DACs are really special. They are very versatile too being able to adjust the tube to match new amps or...
    Post by: Barra, Feb 11, 2016 in forum: Digital: DACs, USB converters, decrapifiers
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    DAP discussion thread

    Listening to a tour Aune M2 ($350) now and wasn't expecting much, but wow, this is the second DAP I have heard that can go stackless and sound...
    Post by: Barra, Feb 5, 2016 in forum: IEMs and Portable Gear
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    MDHT Havana 2 - Tube DACs vs. SS

    I know that soundsgoodtome would love to have some seasoned members on the tour to give it a good review with comparisons to other good DACs....
    Post by: Barra, Feb 5, 2016 in forum: Digital: DACs, USB converters, decrapifiers
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    MDHT Havana 2 - Tube DACs vs. SS

    MDHT Meet Results As with all meets, the list of goals are always larger than the results given time limitations. My SS vs. Tube DAC was limited...
    Post by: Barra, Feb 1, 2016 in forum: Digital: DACs, USB converters, decrapifiers
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    MDHT Havana 2 - Tube DACs vs. SS

    Soundsgoodtome is a friend here locally and part of this shootout. The tesla's mentioned above feel like a good compromise of euphoric, bass, and...
    Post by: Barra, Feb 1, 2016 in forum: Digital: DACs, USB converters, decrapifiers
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    Black Widow [Update] - Second round official, 100 amps total, single chassis

    @purrin Can anyone comment on the SE vs. balanced output options on the BW version 1 and if they will be different on the version 2. On my BW...
    Post by: Barra, Jan 25, 2016 in forum: Headphone Amplifiers and Combo (DAC/Amp) Units
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    MDHT Havana 2 - Tube DACs vs. SS

    Some Data Points on Tube Rolling - Baseline Test Last night I did a baseline test to prepare for the meet on Saturday. I know that this is of...
    Post by: Barra, Jan 25, 2016 in forum: Digital: DACs, USB converters, decrapifiers
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    Audez'e LCD-4 -- again -- anyone...?

    Wow, ..... this is an interestingly negative thread about a stellar HP. $4k and poor comfort, WTF.... but exotic SQ, wow! Can this be a "feel the...
    Post by: Barra, Jan 25, 2016 in forum: Headphones
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    Best headphones to use unamplified?

    I think the obvious answer as mentioned before is the PM-3. I compared it to my X00 and then sold the X00. The X00 is good, but the PM-3 is better...
    Post by: Barra, Jan 25, 2016 in forum: Headphones
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    MDHT Havana 2 - Tube DACs vs. SS

    I tend to leave my equipment for the better sq. however, turning off at night and on at the beginning of the day doesn't seem to degrade the sq....
    Post by: Barra, Jan 25, 2016 in forum: Digital: DACs, USB converters, decrapifiers
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    Best Amps for Sennheiser HD800

    While IMHO I agree that the amp is key with the HD800, and it absolutely sounds best IMO with tubes, I believe that the HD800 has more to give...
    Post by: Barra, Jan 20, 2016 in forum: Headphone Amplifiers and Combo (DAC/Amp) Units