Yes, and some HQPlayer modulators don't work if the source is 48-rate family but the DAC doesn't support that, so having a DAC that supports both helps get the most of of HQPlayer!

Well, at least it apparently can do either (regarding the 48k selector switch on HQPlayer, would thus likely select to "on" for this DAC).

Nice, plethora of great DAC options. I'm curious: What is the lower right on Cyan 2 "44.1k / 48k" indicating during DSD playback?

Great post @MLGrado, you are right it is so nice when the music overtakes the quest. I am having a similar lovely Sunday afternoon, currently not wanting for more but just enjoying the timeless and eternal Bach Well-Tempered Clavier, Book II now as played by Gerlinde Otto. My Matrix ES9038 DSAC...

Impressive, yes, but can he listen to those ginormous speakers at the gym, gardening or cycling? I suppose he could carry them around the house and skip the workout as that would be some serious weight lifting. :ksc75smile:

Hmmm, the Aviot TE-ZX1-PNK drivers are: 10mm Dynamic Driver + 6mm Planar Magnetic Driver + Balanced Armature Drives x 3. I would have thought the DD was the primary bass driver...but perhaps not? In any case, I do really enjoy me set but admittedly am not a full-on bass-head. :smile_phones...

That is a beautiful amp!

Wow, @Terr0rSandmannLuxx, appreciate this well-written and insightful review very much. I currently use a Matrix DAC with an ES9038 similar to Topping D90SE but unlike your solid state Burson I output to a tube amp. What are your thoughts as to whether R2R DAC combined with a tube amp. may be...

My experience as well...last time I was visiting my daughter in NYC I disappeared innocently into Audio46 for a look-see-hear and somehow I am now the owner of a Focal Utopia 2022. The team there WAS GREAT though, just as you say, and it's nice to be able to support good people along the journey...

Gotta love Kottke! I've seen him live twice, very cool persona as well.

Hoping to turn down the temperature and get back to sharing our passion for tubes that perform beautifully in Super UltimatE, across the spectrum of cost and respecting each other's views without mistaking passion for insult. Quick anecdote then back on topic: I was walking down the street en...

McChanson Ultimate, versatile w/adapters, can use: Powers: EL34, EL84, 6L6, 6550, KT88 Drivers: 12AX7, 12AU7, 12AT7, 6SL7, CV181 (6SN7)

I am looking forward to trying the Duo pads that ship w/Meze Emopyrean II on my Elite. Reportedly they will be sold deparately within a few weeks. Some have suggested it is improvement even over the angled alcantara.

Yessir my friend Matt. The 5A-152M driving 5B-255M is a treat. A work from home morning never sounded so good.

There you have it, my excuse for not being neat!!! :ksc75smile:

Hi @BShaw, sounds like a winner for you, congrats and enjoy! BTW are you using the Red as streamer or as DDC out to Cyan 2?

Great info., thanks @Isaacc7. My STC labeled ones arrived in a ridiculously ginormous box with "1955" printed on box. Do you know what year of manufacture your ITT labeled 5A-155M are?

Let us know how the Forza cables work out for you. Although I sold mine for a pricier one, not sure how superior it is. Forza are perhaps the best quality to price ratio cables around! BTW nice to see another Bay Area audio enthusiast, quite a few of us here on head-fi!

5A-152M arrived, lovely drivers. Mine are STC...does anyone know if the ITT branded ones are identical construction just re-labeled or truly different?

TE-ZX1-PNK is fantastic for male vocals too, right now greatly enjoying:

Thanks Matt. I will give them some time and pair with other drivers. My 1st impression was just that, may change with more extensive listening.

@Zachik my friend, just received the aforementioned 5B-255M. They are silent as a church mouse in the UltimatE power slot, no extraneous noise. Adapters (5B-255M --> 6V6/6Y6) were from from XulingMrs before he closed up shop, and they work very well. 1st impression is these are classic...

I am on Android so can't comment on iOS app.. Re. lack of bass and thin sound, that is SO different from what I hear. Tip roll and make sure seal is good, and (hopefully) you're in for a treat soon.

DEFINITELY not my experience, but good to have multiple perspectives. Thanks.

Eletech Baroque (standard, not the TWS version). SoftEars fit well too but I preferred sound on the Baroque.