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    Speakers vs Headphones Listening

    I’ve said the following for years…. An individual’s sound system, whether speakers or headphones, should be tailored to your preferences. Don’t...
    Post by: Caryking, Mar 4, 2023 in forum: General Audio Discussion
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    Speakers on Headphone Amplifiers

    If your headphone amp supports both, then you’re good to go…. I’m using a JR-Tube Audio Model 1HP that also has speaker outs and an 8 ohm tap from...
    Post by: Caryking, Mar 3, 2023 in forum: Headphone Amplifiers and Combo (DAC/Amp) Units
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    The All Purpose Advice Thread - Part 2

    Anybody try a Peachtree Nova 150 as a headphone amp?
    Post by: Caryking, Nov 4, 2022 in forum: Advice Threads
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    Schiit Lyr+ Review (or random thoughts about it)

    that’s inexpensive enough…. Also, I’ve had someone recommend the Jotunhiem. Thoughts on that opposed to the Vali? For on the go (meaning moving...
    Post by: Caryking, Oct 11, 2022 in forum: Headphone Amplifiers and Combo (DAC/Amp) Units
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    Schiit Lyr+ Review (or random thoughts about it)

    I'm really looking for something around $800. Prefer something that is a little portable; however, it’s not imperative that it be so. BTW, I am...
    Post by: Caryking, Oct 10, 2022 in forum: Headphone Amplifiers and Combo (DAC/Amp) Units
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    Schiit Lyr+ Review (or random thoughts about it)

    I don’t have a current setup. I’m just getting into Headphones and have already bought the LCD-2’s as I tested them against other headphones...
    Post by: Caryking, Oct 10, 2022 in forum: Headphone Amplifiers and Combo (DAC/Amp) Units
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    Schiit Lyr+ Review (or random thoughts about it)

    Any thoughts on how this will work in the following system: Roon > using a BueSound Node (latest) > Denafrips Ares 2 > Lyr + > Audeze LCD-2F
    Post by: Caryking, Oct 8, 2022 in forum: Headphone Amplifiers and Combo (DAC/Amp) Units
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    The All Purpose Advice Thread - Part 2

    ok, well, my amp I was waiting for is on hold, for now. This was going to be a SE EL-34 custom build. That said, I’m still looking for help on...
    Post by: Caryking, Sep 26, 2022 in forum: Advice Threads
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    The All Purpose Advice Thread - Part 2

    Ok, I posted a new thread and it got canceled…. I’m really having trouble understanding the rules on this board. Anyway, I’m here now… I have...
    Post by: Caryking, Sep 20, 2022 in forum: Advice Threads
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    Amp for Audeze LCD-2

    Looking for advice on an amp for the Audeze LCD-2’s. I’m working on a Tube amp; however, I need something in the meantime to drive these...
    Thread by: Caryking, Sep 19, 2022, 4 replies, in forum: Advice Threads
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    The All Purpose Advice Thread - Part 2

    when I bought the Ares 2, I was looking at the Bifrost 2. It really wasn’t what I wanted, so, I went with the Ares 2. That said, I thought I...
    Post by: Caryking, Aug 30, 2022 in forum: Advice Threads
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    The All Purpose Advice Thread - Part 2

    Consider a R2R DAC. I personally use a Denafrips Ares 2. I haven’t spent the money to go up the price chain, within their line; however, I wish...
    Post by: Caryking, Aug 29, 2022 in forum: Advice Threads
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    The All Purpose Advice Thread - Part 2

    Thanks for the feedback. I think I’m more interested in understanding the soundstage presentation; rather than the tonal signature. Perhaps the...
    Post by: Caryking, Aug 27, 2022 in forum: Advice Threads
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    The All Purpose Advice Thread - Part 2

    Let me start out by saying that I didn’t find a topic in the search, so, I decided to ask… This past weekend, I went to Audio Advice Live, in...
    Post by: Caryking, Aug 25, 2022 in forum: Advice Threads