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    Crane Song Solaris DAC Review - Stream of Consciousness

    Has anyone tried out the built-in attenuator? Would using it and a 1:1 XLR to RCA converter or cable work?
    Post by: ogharaei, Jan 22, 2023 in forum: Digital: DACs, USB converters, decrapifiers
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    Donald North Audio — Owners Thread

    It is more on the linear side and pairs well with the Starlett. Combined with the Starlett, I use the black filter and upsample (usually just set...
    Post by: ogharaei, Jan 18, 2023 in forum: Headphone Amplifiers and Combo (DAC/Amp) Units
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    Donald North Audio — Owners Thread

    I think the pad + attenuation in the Solaris would work, and it is purportedly a good implementation, but I need to look into it some more. I have...
    Post by: ogharaei, Jan 15, 2023 in forum: Headphone Amplifiers and Combo (DAC/Amp) Units
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    Donald North Audio — Owners Thread

    Thank you, earmyturns. That makes a lot of sense as I do like the dac2541. My guess is that I inadvertently feel pressured to grab a DAC now...
    Post by: ogharaei, Jan 15, 2023 in forum: Headphone Amplifiers and Combo (DAC/Amp) Units
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    Donald North Audio — Owners Thread

    Not to derail the thread as it, having read through parts, seems to focus on tube options - I put down a deposit for the Stratus V4 in November...
    Post by: ogharaei, Jan 15, 2023 in forum: Headphone Amplifiers and Combo (DAC/Amp) Units
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    The All Purpose Advice Thread

    That is awfully kind. I would completely understand if you retract your offer as I just joined these forums. That said, I also wouldn't be able to...
    Post by: ogharaei, Oct 19, 2020 in forum: Advice Threads
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    The All Purpose Advice Thread

    Nice to see other locals on this forum, saint.panda. This hobby can make you feel all by your lonesome amongst friends and family, especially in...
    Post by: ogharaei, Oct 19, 2020 in forum: Advice Threads
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    The All Purpose Advice Thread

    I need some advice on an R2R DAC for my chain. I am looking for some warmth without giving up any detail, mainly because I find the cup reverb of...
    Post by: ogharaei, Oct 19, 2020 in forum: Advice Threads
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    Help with R2R DAC Choice for Tube Amplifier(s), in Combination with the Verite Closed

    *Please feel free to move this thread if in the wrong sub-forum* I need some advice on an R2R DAC for my chain. I am looking for some warmth...
    Thread by: ogharaei, Oct 19, 2020, 2 replies, in forum: Advice Threads