I forgot to put this thread inside the sub-category for network streamers.
I have recreated it here: https://www.audiosciencereview.com/forum/index.php?threads/cambridge-audio-851n-review-and-measurements.39012/
I have asked Amir to delete this post.
Below you can see my Cambridge Audio Azur 851n network streamer. I purchased it for £1199 back in 2018 from Richer Sounds (UK). It is a heavy/chunky beast with a satisfying, well-made feel to it.
Features/Useability
The feature list for the 851n is extensive. You can use it as a USB DAC, or...
As powerful as REW is, I prefer using your software.
For clarity, using the dBr option should give accurate TD/TD+N results, correct?
Also, I take it the notch setting is not necessary when measuring devices such as DACs etc.?
Please forgive my ignorance, this is not my area of expertise...
FYI, I quickly tried the frequency response test again. The result is virtually identical no matter what level I record at. I am quite certain a full calibration could flatten it out a bit. If I ever get round to this I will be sure to put up some post-calibration results. However, I should...
Thanks for the info!
I will try and get round to running the frequency response test at -20db to see how it performs. This has been suggested by a good few people now, so it's definitely something to explore.
If I do get round to it, I will be sure to update this post.
Yeah it's a shame regarding availability. I would email the owner of the website (Tomi Nihtila) if you were interested in getting your hands on one. He is a really helpful guy and may be able to say when and if he'll be making more boards. I know he has struggled due to AKM availability.
Glad...