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This is a somewhat presumptuous and unhelpful comment. I like what sounds real to my ears. And not afraid to admit it if that means pleasing distortion. Someone earlier in this thread mentioned the biggest upgrade one can do for their audio is to get rid of FOMO and have self control. I thought...

Thank you for your recommendation. Would the PU7 be compatible with Keel if I upgrade in the sub chassis in the future?

Thank you for sharing your opinion. Given what I'm looking to achieve (better microdynamics, open and agile midrange, airy highs) - what should be next upgrade? To recap my LP12 is the latest akurate spec except arm is Krane and cart is adikt.

I'm using a newest model Audio Note M3 phono. I recently bought a PS Audio Stellar (which supposed to punch above its price class) in anticipation of MC cart support.

Very helpful reply. Thank you Bob! Should I skip the Akito? I am also curious if the Krane arm is good enough for MC cart upgrade.

Thank you for your insightful reply. Digital zenith is a moving target. If someone has the money to buy a Taiko Extreme server (and their upcoming router) pairing with a good DAC, I believe it'll sound out of this world. However, I'm more interested in hearing what you regard as "better...

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I switched to Qobuz earlier this year after years of using Tidal. Qobuz sounds more organic to my ears. MQA is brighter sounding. Most people do not have optimized streaming setup. It takes a lot of effort I mean a lot to reduce the noise. What kind of internet service you’ve (fiber optic...

I think any absolutist statement about formats is a reflection of our bias or lack of proper exposure or listening preferences or combinations of all those. Most things are not black and white; there are arguments for either format. My aim is to optimize both digital and vinyl within sane money...

Difference due to mastering would make sense. But when I compared a very good pressing against a high resolution digital, my observed difference (the LP12 strength and weakness) were consistent albeit to a lesser degree.

I grew up with digital. I’m well versed in music server and streaming technology. I spent years obsessively tweaking and perfecting each and every parameter of digital music server: router, switch, network isolation, linear power supply, better DC cable, carefully chosen low noise parts for...

That is an interesting perspective! Thank you. I’d say though one thing has changed - the DAC. With the Lampi DHT in the chain, most album sounds better than LP12. The one that doesn’t it’s due to the mastering. I don’t have to make my vinyl playback sound like digital tbh. What I’m seeking is...

I’m seeking advise on LP12/turntable upgrade. I’m new to analog (and to this forum). Linn LP12 is my first turntable. It’s a brand new Majik with the new Kore and Lingo 4 upgrade. It has the new Karousel bearing, Krane arm, adikt cart. I’ve a DIY music server which would compete with USD $10K...