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Post by John on Jun 30, 2020 5:08:43 GMT
Ok, I see now thanks. I removed the ifi Silencers when I installed the BR grounding box, the two seemed to be fighting each other. Interestingly, I re-deployed a Silencer on my PC system between my BRIX computer and the SMSL Q5 and that definitely improved sound quality. I found the same thing when I tried the BR Ethos. I find the silencers a good cost effective method of reducing ground plane noise and best used in multiples. |
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Post by John on Jun 30, 2020 18:59:56 GMT
On closer listening taking the IFi silencers helped as like the Ethos they are counteracting the cables and grounding box
I am going to borrow another USB grounding cable
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Post by MartinT on Jun 30, 2020 19:14:15 GMT
Yes, on trying them several times my ifi iSilencers are staying out. I've redeployed one to my PC system and the other will remain in my spares box.
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Post by John on Aug 22, 2020 14:12:22 GMT
I was measuring my system loudness minimum was 81db average 89db peak 114 db whilst listening to some Dream Theater
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Post by John on Dec 19, 2020 15:22:23 GMT
Well some unexpected moves in my system
My friend sent me a BT 5 receiver and was blown away with what it does with YouTube very musical So good in fact I was going to just go BT 5
Having time to think and Jules showing the Limetree on Ebay I decided to try the Limetree again as everything is now integrated in it and no longer have to use Bt 4.2 to get Spotify
Well that is a nice surprise Spotify sounding the best I heard it The sound is natural and realistic with a good soundstage
I think the Tinkerboard offers great value but time for me to move on
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Post by John on Feb 2, 2021 20:22:16 GMT
I just added a modified Mutec MC +3 to the system
The Digital chain is Samsung Tablet Galaxy A8 LDAC to BT 5 receiver Coherent Coax Cable to Mutec Balanced cable out to AES input on Topping D70
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Post by MartinT on Feb 2, 2021 20:26:29 GMT
I should imagine that reclocking will do great things to improve the jitter from a Bluetooth signal (just as with wi-fi).
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Post by John on Feb 2, 2021 20:32:36 GMT
It certainly takes the system up another level I always am surprised their more gains to get
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Post by John on Feb 2, 2021 20:34:26 GMT
Hard to believe I am not only using a BT receiver but getting this kind of clarity is crazy
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Post by julesd68 on Feb 3, 2021 0:00:54 GMT
What are your thoughts on DACs now John, will you stick with the D70?
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Post by John on Feb 3, 2021 6:17:19 GMT
I see no reason to move on from the DAC I have a few thoughts. Grounding the D70 helps a lot and the quality of the signal makes a difference also.
So on the D70 I am using grounding on the coax and USB inputs going to the RTZ.
My system has it own sound signature, a big open sound that shifts a lot of air and clarity, This just further takes me down on that sound with a bit more bass power.
I hope you can come round in the future when safer to have a listen. The biggest change is the speakers which makes everything effortless.
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Post by julesd68 on Feb 3, 2021 13:24:06 GMT
Of course I'll be paying a visit, look forward to it.
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Post by John on Feb 6, 2021 21:01:27 GMT
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Post by julesd68 on Feb 7, 2021 19:34:30 GMT
John, I was wondering if you found any other Coax Reclockers before settling on the Mutec?
The only one I have found so far is the Wyred 4 Sound Remedy Reclocker.
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Post by John on Feb 7, 2021 19:45:01 GMT
I not tried the Wyryed 4 sound Reclocker. I am sure it does a good job I just know I can push the Mutec quite far
I think the Mutec is pretty good value if you compare kit like the SOTM Reclocker
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Post by julesd68 on Feb 7, 2021 20:30:03 GMT
I know you are very happy with the Mutec, I was just wondering if there were any other more affordable options to consider.
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Post by John on Feb 7, 2021 20:35:09 GMT
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Post by MartinT on Feb 7, 2021 20:46:57 GMT
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Post by julesd68 on Feb 7, 2021 21:39:43 GMT
I've got a USB reclocker innit, was just thinking about coaxial.
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Post by MartinT on Feb 7, 2021 21:45:27 GMT
Sorry, John uses the non-USB version of the Mutec and I forgot you were asking about an alternative to that.
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