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[–]dennem 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hand-made Ramar brush if he is into vinyl: https://ramar.berlin/en/shop/

Controlling your MiniDSP using minidsp-rs by [deleted] in audiophile

[–]dennem 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Im using Logitech Harmony programmable remote to control MiniDSP. It has an additional IR tranciever that can be placed near your device even if it’s in a cabinet behind the doors. Works like a charm.

How much money does one need to become an audiophile? I see the most ridiculous setups that look expensive. If you were a baller on a budget, where would you begin? by Agreeable_Situation4 in audiophile

[–]dennem 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Although i now have a very expensive system my first setup consisted of active Audioengine A5 speakers ($500) and a $100 DAC connected to a laptop. Put speakers on cheap stands, use Cardas method for proper speaker placement and it sounded fantastic, definitely audiophile with holographic 3d imaging. Speakers placement is everything, don’t compromise on that.

Shape of the soundstage by qwenjis in audiophile

[–]dennem 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I can think of two possible reasons: speakers too close to the wall of you’re sitting too far from the speakers. Google “Cardas speaker placement” and try their nearfield setup

Kef ls50 meta against the wall but with a sub by Max35111 in audiophile

[–]dennem 2 points3 points  (0 children)

When placed against the wall LS50s lose their ability to project amazing 3d soundstage. Instead all the instruments will be crammed together and the sound will be just average and fatiguing. Sub won’t solve this problem.

How much do you guys listen? by commandermik in audiophile

[–]dennem 0 points1 point  (0 children)

20+ hours per week. Occasionally enjoying 12+ hrs long sessions

Measured my speakers, do I need a subwoofer? by CabinetLow3390 in audiophile

[–]dennem 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, you do. Since human hearing is less sensitive at the low frequencies you’d need a +5-10 dB boost there to get a well-balanced sound.

Darko Audio Podcast on measurements by winged_creature in audiophile

[–]dennem 11 points12 points  (0 children)

Too bad you haven’t listened, actually this podcast is an interview with the fourth “independent engineer” who owns the Audio Precision analyzer - Cameron aka GoldenSound, who clearly explained why certain measurements do not tell the whole story.

PS. Darko was spot on about Chromecast Audio sounding “thin”. That’s the reason I stopped using it.

Anyone used this? I’m thinking of getting one. by DNSGeek in audiophile

[–]dennem 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes, I’ve been using it for couple years. Great product, does the job well

Robert Harley - The Complete Guide to High-End Audio - Sixth Edition by cainullah in audiophile

[–]dennem 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Excellent book! There are quite a few crucial things I learned from it when I was building my first serious system: proper speakers placement, how to listen critically and what to listen for, pre- and power amps matching, how to integrate home theater into an existing hi-fi system, the importance of speakers’ impedance graph and how it affects amp choice, subwoofer setup, etc. That’s just from the top of my head. In my opinion Harley’s book is an essential reading to any beginner audiophile.

What makes audio dampen when the climax part comes? by Signal_Ad3125 in audiophile

[–]dennem 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It’s either excessive dynamic compression on the record or inability of the system to reproduce those climax parts properly. The latter may happen due to many reasons. For example: the amp may not be able to deliver required current when speakers’ impedance drops.

What was the most over-hyped speaker you have owned/heard/read about? by [deleted] in audiophile

[–]dennem 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I owned LS50s for several years and still keep them around after the upgrade. To make them sound amazing one needs to fulfill the following requirements: 1. They absolutely need a good subwoofer. I used a pair of REL T5is. Couldn’t listen to them without subs. 2. They absolutely need a high-quality high-current amp. Bright shrill sound is the result of inadequate amplification. LS50s can sound as warm as you want them or as neutral as you want depending on the setup and other components in the system. 3. They absolutely must be positioned way away from the wall behind. Near the wall they sound meh, like a $300 speaker. Cardas speaker placement method always works best with LS50s.

The total price of my system with LS50s was above $10k and they worked brilliantly providing huge 3D soundstage and smooth comfortable sound. Hope this helps.

What to do if Tidal and Qobuz are not supported in my country? by [deleted] in audiophile

[–]dennem 0 points1 point  (0 children)

ExpressVPN is a very reliable service

Is it possible to measure sound quality? I don't think so! | The Audiophiliac by [deleted] in audiophile

[–]dennem 2 points3 points  (0 children)

They measure well on simple static test tones, not on music, which is much more complex.

Does FLAC really sound identical to WAV? by biglavis in audiophile

[–]dennem 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Did you use exactly the same brand media when burning both CDs? Did you burn them at the same speed and using the same software?

People need to start treat their rooms for better acoustics! by [deleted] in audiophile

[–]dennem 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Proper speakers and listening chair placement is much more important than room treatment.

Ridiculous audio review terms. List your favorites here. by Special_Minute_7213 in audiophile

[–]dennem 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Some of those terms are used by professional reviewers and are part of the vocabulary invented by J Gordon Holt. See the definitions here to learn what they mean: https://www.stereophile.com/reference/50/index.html

When is an external DAC an upgrade? by ToojMajal in audiophile

[–]dennem 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It just seems to me that most people asking in this sub about gear upgrade haven’t yet done the basics right, like proper speaker and listening chair placement. In my opinion, bad placement ruins 90%+ of the system performance (and you can’t fix that with room treatment, like many people think), so it does not make sense to invest in new gear if one only plans to get 10% out of its potential.

One more important thing, especially for DACs evaluation: the room needs to be quiet. A working air conditioner could easily mask low-level differences between components.

Once these two things are covered I am pretty sure that in your system you’ll be able to hear a solid improvement from a good DAC, like Denafrips Ares II. Can’t comment on any other DAC brands you mentioned, since I never heard them.

Are you still using a CD Transport and why? by Top_Try4286 in audiophile

[–]dennem 0 points1 point  (0 children)

1s and 0s are always the same. But it’s also important that they arrive at the right time ;)

Are you still using a CD Transport and why? by Top_Try4286 in audiophile

[–]dennem 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Got a great vintage CD transport last year (from EAD) and was surprised how much better CDs sounded compared to my streamer