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Discussion in 'Loaner Programs' started by ChaChaRealSmooth, Dec 5, 2024.

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  1. ChaChaRealSmooth

    ChaChaRealSmooth SBAF's Mr. Bean

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    Standard rules apply
    • Ship via FedEx/UPS, insure to $300, signature required
    • 7 days per person
    • Please post your impressions here
    This SHOULD go without saying, but please avoid making modifications to the loaner. If a problem happens via software, please contact @Michael Kelly and get this resolved.

    Sign up below:
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    2. @dasman66, PA
    3. @artur9, PA
    4. @gaspasser, MA
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    11. @AlPastor, TX
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    14. @loadexfa, CA
    15. @ChaChaRealSmooth, CA
     
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  2. rhythmdevils

    rhythmdevils MOT: rhythmdevils audio

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    SF Bay Area - Palo Alto right next to @loadexfa in case he signs up
     
    rhythmdevils, Dec 5, 2024
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    I definitely want to get in on this. I will direct compare to my Holo Reds on Spring 3 KTE.
     
    Greg121986, Dec 5, 2024
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    Very interested! Located in OH. Thanks
     
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  6. Azimuth

    Azimuth FKA rtaylor76, Friend

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    Nashville, TN
     
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    me!
    allentown pa or havre de grace md whichever is convenient.
     
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  9. Michael Kelly

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    I have a few requests all of the reviewers.

    First that they will contact me if they have any issues with either the software or connectivity.

    Second that they are willing to use all of the interfaces that their DAC supports, i.e. SPDIF, AES, I2S, etc.

    And finally, I ask that each reviewer tells it like it is. You may find it an improvement, or a degradation or just a little bit or even no difference.There are too many variables in audio to assume that changing one piece will automatically lift the veil to the hidden wonders of music! Or some such other flowery nonsense. :)
     
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    I'd like to compare it to my Pi2AES OG and WiiM Pro. Chicago, IL. BUT, I can't receive it until the after the new year starts.
     
    fraggler, Dec 6, 2024
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    Actually, I need to move down in the loaner tour. I just realized that this would arrive about 1 day before I have to leave for georgia for a week. Maybe swap me with @artur9 ?
     
    dasman66, Dec 7, 2024
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    Pick me! Pick me! Want to compare the Merc to my Pi2 w/ 5V Sigma 11. In AZ.
     
    TheloniuSnoop, Dec 7, 2024
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    I have received the tamale. Letting it reach room temp before doing anything.
     
    artur9, Dec 20, 2024
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