Upgrade done - smooth as always. Just need a proper listen later when the family are all tucked up and out of my way.

Typically, a Hugo 2 with a 2go for streaming.

From the FAQ: "Will APEX be offered on the Bartók? At present, we have no plans to offer APEX with the Bartók Streaming DAC or the Bartók Headphone DAC. The Ring DAC APEX is not compatible with the BHD, and the BSD remains current. We are always exploring how we can continue enhancing our...

Roon should work perfectly with the Bartok. Mosaic is pretty good though - I use Qobuz as a service and it works perfectly.

ZMF Verite C Leopard Wood.

Better than average Very good, as in less than average leakage. I don't think you'd be disappointed.

Absolutely the same, outside of Home Theatre use. I really don't use my speakers for music as much these days.

Loving some of these latest setups! :)

I can attest to that... the Pathos drives the 1266 very well.

LOL, I'm innocent! Honest!!! The Tambaqui and the Pathos ... such a good combo!

Do it!!!!!!

Exactly my experience and upgrade path! I assume you are purchasing?!?

Correct. I use Roon server package on my NAS. Works great.

Correct. It’s a DAC primarily with Bluetooth and Roon streaming built in. The Bartok is a far more capable machine in terms of features. However, it is also 1.5x times more expensive and 2.5x the size. This is all not withstanding a different take on conversion. You would be happy with both...

I do not believe so. There’s no controls for such a feature in the app, and I’ve never needed to try.

https://www.tp-link.com/uk/home-networking/wifi-router/tl-wr802n/ will do the job in "client" mode.

Apologies for the snail pace of a response... work has been nuts! All in the all, the Tambaqui is superb. It has not put a foot wrong. I'm using Roon mostly and then also an external headphone amp (a Pathos InPol Ear) so typically aren't using it in "headphone" mode. That said, if you did...

Ethernet only, unless you use your own wifi->ethernet dongle thingy (technical term).

Mola Mola Tambaqui (DAC and Streamer) (and HP amp for your existing cans) + Pathos InPol Ear (Amp) if needing more power for HPs + Add Abyss 1266 Phi TC Done!!

Dude... you need a nice rack in your life :D

Just do it, the Mola Mola is awesome... ... oh wait, I've missed the point of the thread, haven't I?

Yes, you get a set of RCA and XLR outs, so you’d need to pick the appropriate Formula S version. The Bartok can drive the 1266 effectively though - it’s a lovely pairing, in my subjective opinion.

Hi All, I'm close to purchasing a 1266 (been very fortunate to have a demo pair on-loan for a while), but should we be expecting an updated model in the near future? The development and release cycle does seem quite active; and new models always come; but was curious about whether anything was...

I made quite the jump up from an RME ADI-2. :)

I decided to go for a Tambaqui and I absolutely love it. I found a dealer willing to do a home demo for 30 days before I committed. The form factor is perfect for a desk, with the only negative being the headphone sockets being on the back of the unit. If using an external amp though it’s a...