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    End Game Speakers - The Quest Continues

    Howdy folks! Well, after receiving several (very kind and supportive) DMs these past months since the original thread ($30K Budget - On the quest for my "end game" speaker) asking what was the status of my quest, if I had decided yet, was I going to start another thread, etc, etc ... Here we...
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    Linkwitz LX521.4 Review (and measurements!)

    While certainly not equal to the level of measurements Amir would perform, something better than nothing … https://hometheaterhifi.com/reviews/speaker/floor-standing/the-linkwitz-lx521-4mg-open-baffle-loudspeaker-system-review/ I have extensive experience both with older versions of SL’s...
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    Anyone attending the Florida Audio Expo?

    https://floridaaudioexpo.com/ I will be there at least 2 out of the 3 days, be great to meet up with any ASR members
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    WiiM Ultra

    It would seem at least the initial features of the upcoming WiiM Ultra have been disclosed … Sadly absent (at least for now) is AES dig out and full balanced outs. Post in thread 'WiiM Ultra' https://forum.wiimhome.com/threads/wiim-ultra.1731/post-33896 - USB out - USB media server - Sub out...
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    Streamers that support FIR? (without PC in the chain)

    Hello all … I love my WiiM Pro, but the lack of support for FIR is annoying. Yes, I know there is a 4 band PEQ, but not sufficient. Is there a streamer that supports all of the below: - wireless control (from iOS) (not wireless streaming, wireless control) - dig volume control (no need for...
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    PTAs Annual Speaker Buyers Guide

    As always PTA has come out with their annual buyer’s guides. I usually take a look at these for entertainment and head slap moments, and the new listings are no different. The speaker listings are mostly the fully expected audiophoolery. I have heard several (not all) of the speakers on their...
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    Wilson Alexia V - 2023 Stereophile Speaker of the Year ???

    How is this possible given the measurements? Can’t wrap my brain around it :facepalm: https://www.stereophile.com/content/wilson-audio-specialties-alexia-v-loudspeaker-measurements
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    24/96 vs 24/192 … Audible difference?

    Sorry if this has already been discussed, couldn’t find anything on ASR via search (I am sure already discussed, but apparently I stink at searching) … is there any audible difference between 24/96 and 24/192? Heck, maybe even no difference between 16/44 and 24/96?
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    Active Speakers - Analog vs Dig Inputs

    For those with active speakers that have both analog and digital inputs, have you tried both and noticed any audible difference in sound quality? Maybe not a reasonable question as I expect it fully depends upon the quality of engineering execution of the ADC and DAC in the speaker. And...
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    REW with Wiim?

    Is there anyway to use REW with Wiim? Trying to figure out how to incorporate room EQ solution with Wiim and just can’t wrap my brain around how it could be done, but maybe I am over complicating Thanks
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    Apple Lightning to TOSLINK/SPDIF?

    Did a search (web and ASR) and can’t find any kit that provides for a way to convert/connect Apple Lightning (iPhone/iPad) cable to SPDIF/TOSLINK so I can connect digital bit stream (Apple lossless) to DAC input. Anyone have a solution for this? Thanks!
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    My AXPONA report

    https://audiosciencereview.com/forum/index.php?threads/30k-budget-on-the-quest-for-my-end-game-speaker.38378/post-1562900
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    End Game DIY Loudspeakers

    Hello Folks, I expect many of you have seen or contributed to (thank you!) the below thread I started … https://www.audiosciencereview.com/forum/index.php?threads/30k-budget-on-the-quest-for-my-end-game-speaker.38378/ During the process of creating my short list, the idea of DIY has entered...
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    Best performing DAC from US based company?

    DAC recommends from US based company that competes in performance with the recent onslaught of far east products for less than $1k?
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    Recommendation for iOS (iPad) equalization app?

    Using my iPad as a streaming source to stereo system (via Apple Music and Qobuz). Is there a decent app that will allow me to perform basic equalization? Thanks
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    Full range floorstanders ~$1500 budget

    Howdy All, Is it even possible? Full range floorstanders that are accurate/neutral and can play loud with minimal distortion for around $1500 budget? I suppose I am asking for a pink unicorn. Some possibles I have identified thus far … Polk ES60 JBL Studio 580/590 PSB Imagine X2T Elac DFR52...
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    $30K Budget - On the quest for my "end game" speaker

    Howdy All, Just found this site few weeks ago, been a lurker since then, trying to learn, my first post here. Been in the audiophile "game" for decades, been through many systems, had some great ones to be sure, but always felt I was missing something. NEVER considered active speakers until I...
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