Inoculator
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Inoculator

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Modded PS Audio Directstream MK1 is the real deal. Still firmware rolling a bit but up there with the best sources I have heard. Mar 26, 2024 at 9:37 AM

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    1. Inoculator
      Inoculator
      1. boredpanda, Lyander, Soups and 3 others like this.
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      Inoculator
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      2. Inoculator
        Inoculator
        Normally I have the MJ2 stacked on top, so had no idea!
        May 3, 2020
    3. Inoculator
      Inoculator
      Purpleheart Verite set to arrive Monday, have never been more excited for the FedEx truck.
      1. Inoculator
        Inoculator
        I always figured purpleheart verite was my dream ZMF...then when Zach released it, I did not have the funds. Shoutout to @zach915m for hooking me up with a b-stock at the end of the run when I finally had the cash on hand. Seriously giddy with anticipation.
        Apr 30, 2020
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    4. Inoculator
      Inoculator
      Have a PH Verite on the way, currently only have hybrid tube amps (MJ2 and LP). Looking for SS pairing suggestions. Asgard 3 or Gilmore mk2?
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      2. ChaChaRealSmooth
        ChaChaRealSmooth
        Just try the amps you have first. No need to go crazy and change out anything in your rig.

        P.S. Verite still sounds good out of Magni 3+
        Apr 27, 2020
      3. Vtory
        Vtory
        Agreed with all above. Nevertheless if I were you, I will preprare to sell everything, ignore gilmore, and stick around asgard 3, which I(you) may enjoy a lot of cash in hand.

        But honestly for the first few weeks, you will be more than fine with current amps. Do not subscribe Verite and some amp threads. Never go to ECP or Donald threads too!
        Apr 27, 2020
      4. Inoculator
        Inoculator
        Thanks everyone! Definitely happy with what I have on hand, variety is the spice of life sometimes though! I am afraid of getting the itch for a TOTL OTL....less worried about $199 for an Asgard, haha
        Apr 27, 2020
    5. Inoculator
      Inoculator
      Any True Wireless IEMs that are worth a damn? My wife really wants a pair, she is not an audiophile, but I want to get her something decent.
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      2. fraggler
        fraggler
        I really enjoy the Sony WF-1000XM3. I haven't had anyone complain when I have used them for calls. Because they are noise cancelling, they are definitely bigger than other wireles IEMs, but they hit a very nice sweet spot of sound and functionality for used prices. I got a great deal from a Friend here, but have seen them refurbished for as low as $150 and routinely under $200.
        Apr 22, 2020
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      3. Inoculator
        Inoculator
        Thanks for all the recommendations! Had been considering the Sony and new Sennheiser Momentum 2 just based on brand and have generally good reviews. Glad to hear the Sony's are solid, was concerned about comfort.
        Apr 22, 2020
      4. YMO
        YMO
        Second with @fraggler on the WF-1000XM3. I actually use the Marshmallow tips that came with Campfire Audio stuff. It feels really good and great for long conference calls.
        Apr 22, 2020
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      Inoculator
      New Fiona Apple is not just hype, what a listen. Going back in for another round.
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      3. StandUp713
        StandUp713
        I gave it a play of Tidal. Love the voice and the band. But to much quirkiness killed any enjoyment.
        Apr 17, 2020
      4. Inoculator
        Inoculator
        HiRes on Qobuz. I was bummed the digital download that came with the vinyl was only 320 mp3... Gross.
        Apr 17, 2020
      5. yotacowboy
        yotacowboy
        Listening right now, so far pretty impressive lyrically and nice how intricate the production is. Composition is varied, and keeps the songs dynamic. Kinda Bon Iver and Regina Spektor had baby songs, and they had an IQ of 120 w/ a Masters in Feminist Studies. And 48kHz/24-bit is $18 on Qobuz.
        Apr 18, 2020
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      Inoculator
      Combo of MJ2 w/ WE396a tubes and Eikon is turning me into a basshead. So satisfying and punchy w/o being muddy.
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      2. jexby
        jexby
        that combo can deliver Da Slam!
        Apr 8, 2020
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      3. ChaChaRealSmooth
        ChaChaRealSmooth
        At least you aren't as far down that path as @E_Schaaf :P
        Apr 8, 2020
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    8. Inoculator
      Inoculator
      Has anyone run a dedicated AC line for their audio equipment? I am very tempted due to some power issues in my listening room lately.
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      2. Thad E Ginathom
        Thad E Ginathom
        I thought this was going to moving into audiophile-pole district, and I was getting ready to guffaw and pour scorn. But... If you have other devices causing audible noise, or even switching noise, and it can be avoided by running that cable --- do it!
        Feb 26, 2020
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      3. Thad E Ginathom
        Thad E Ginathom
        40 years ago, the father of a friend of mine ran a recording studio in his house. Fascinating stuff, including a disk cutter! When he was recording, the whole house had to observe electrical silence: no switch could be touched, and some stuff just had to remain off.
        Feb 26, 2020
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      4. crazychile
        crazychile
        If it's really easy to run the dedicated line, I wouldn't even think twice about it. Do it. Report back on the before/after effects. We'd love to read about it.
        Feb 26, 2020
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    9. Inoculator
      Inoculator
      Can't stop listening to the new King Krule, "Man Alive!". The scream into sax on "Comet Face" is my new religion.
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      2. YMO
        YMO
        This is interesting. I pulled up the album on Qobuz. What is normally the genre these guys are?
        Feb 22, 2020
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      3. Inoculator
        Inoculator
        Kind of tough to nail down a genre for them I would say. I do think if you have not checked out King Krule, that the 2017 album "The Ooz" is a bit more accessible, although still kind of out there. Was my top album of 2017, certainly my obsession that year.
        Feb 22, 2020
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      4. bixby
        bixby
        thanks for the heads up. Archy is getting more accessible. Older works and work with Mt. Kimbe are interesting, too. Kind of alt noire overall. Definitely an innovator.
        Feb 22, 2020
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    10. Inoculator
      Inoculator
      Just got a Freya S, and liking what I am hearing so far. Surprised just how loud the clicks of the volume pot and source select is though.
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    11. Inoculator
      Inoculator
      Was gutted when my original prototype oxidized padauk Auteur was damaged...Zach brought it back to life! https://imgur.com/CmgDM5v
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      2. Inoculator
        Inoculator
        Unfortunately, the original wood cups suffered catastrophic damage. So this set is actually more of a resurrection than a resuscitation. Sourced from the same wood as the original set, more of these available via the b-stock sale if you dig them!
        Dec 10, 2019
      3. Jinxy245
        Jinxy245
        Looks beautiful (smexy cable too)
        Dec 10, 2019
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    12. Inoculator
      Inoculator
      Folks excited for the Purple Heart Verite? My dream ZMF. Just as I decided I was content with my Auteur/Eikon combo...weep for my wallet.
      1. Vtory
        Vtory
        I sometimes wonder this: When Verite is available for all LTD woods at the same time, which wood sells the most?
        Nov 21, 2019
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      2. ChaChaRealSmooth
        ChaChaRealSmooth
        I don't know which wood sells the most, but I bet my wood is the largest looking at them.
        Nov 21, 2019
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