audio advice

Hi, so recently I purchased a dx5 2 dac/amp and heard online through a review that the Xlr input provides better audio quality because its balanced whereas a 3.5 mm jack is unbalanced audio. Now the problem I have is after doing research online, I'm having trouble figuring out a way to connect...

Hello Everyone, i'm new to this forum but i found the reviews here are way better than other reviews i found on the web. I just started my real journey into making myself a really great sounding system, but the more i read the more i find something i don't really understand. Setup: B&W 702S3...

Looking for suitable interface or probably solution, so that I could accommodate two headphone or IEM for listening music from 1 source at the same time. - Preferably in compact size and USB bus powered - EQ for each channel is a plus ___________________ SOURCE (LAPTOP) | | | ? ? ? | |...

Hi everyone, I am new to this forum but I've been reading it for couple days straight. I am planning on upgrading my audio setup but I am not sure it's worth it since, like with many of the folks here, my room is my limitation. My situation is following. I own: Exposure 3010s2 Integrated Amp...

Hi everyone, I'm looking to buy my first audio system and would appreciate some recommendations. Here are my considerations: Open to active or passive speakers Budget: €550 / $600 Sources: Desktop pc, and would like wireless listening capability Music Style: Mainly electronic music, but I...

HI, I want to buy new speakers for my bedroom (22x13 ft). I now use Fosi BT20A with Pioneer AJ tower speaker - I found them to be better than my previous speaker - Audioengine A5 (which I like too) I want to upgrade (~$2,000 budget). I will be using bluetooth to listen to my music. I have...

I really could do with some help here. I have the NAD C700 for over a year and it was running fine it seems until I renewed my broadband contract with Vodafone (in Ireland) late last year. It's high-speed broadband and the NAD is connected by ethernet cable. In the last four months the...

Hello Folks, Nice to meet you! I found this forum this week when searching with what gear to pair KEF R3 (non-meta) speakers (can purchase for 1050EUR). My budget is between 2500EUR and 3000EUR. This is for my leaving room sized ~21 square meters. I listen only on Spotify (considering to...

Hi all, Newbie hear! Never had a stereo setup before (alway had portable speakers). Just bought my first stereo setup (below). My purchase was very cost/performance based. I.e - I am more interested in playing just music with with my receiver, but bought this 7.2 Pioneer receiver because it had...

Hi Folks! Audio newbie here. In the process of purchasing my very first home and am even more excited to have a decent audio setup. Recently I purchased a Denon AVR-S970H 7.2-Channel 8K Network AV Receiver when my FIL's Pioneer 2.1 (very very old) receiver kicked the bucket. Right now, we're...

Hi everyone, I am using a PC and fairly new to the audio world, still learning about how things work, though I have invested my money for some gear like a dynamic mic (maono pd400x), speakers (presonus eris 4.5), and planning to buy a decent IEM (Truthear Hexa) for gaming and listening to music...

I'm moving from RPi4 / PiCoreplayer to a one minibox Windows 11 setup to cover both my music and my film needs (USB - DAC / PreAmp - Poweramp - stereo speakers and powered sub. So far, itcs been almost too easy Have set up LMS with 'local player' plugin. "Exclusive" output to my DAC via USB...

Hello guys I'm new here and I don't know too much about this stuff. I am looking to go from tidal on a computer to some variant of the DCA Aeon. Also, I listen to metal so I like to play fairly loud music. I understand that the DCA Aeon is very power hungry but I don't know how much I will need...

Hi, Right now, I'm super confused as to which audio interface to buy. I currently have an Arturia Minifuse 2 but I need to upgrade it to something with more inputs and that can be plugged to an outlet. Also, it's been more than 6 months now that whenever I watch youtube or any other content on...

Hello everyone, I finally chose which headphones are going to be my endgames and want some insights into the electronics or possible mistakes I'm making. I'm planning to own both the Hifiman HE1000 v2 (already ordered with the latest sales at 1300€ brand new) and the Meze Empyrean. Why those...

Hello everyone , I'm making this thread because i'm trynna found the source of a problem i have . I have this Solar Guitar with active Fishman Fluence Modern pick up , tuned in Drop A. I can clearly hear some noises , like cracks , or like a clipping noise when playing. But nothing clip anywhere...

Hello! Hope everyone is well. We're looking for new receiver for our room. Our budget is a bit over $4000. Unfortunately, it's hard to control the acoustics of the room. We are wanting to do a 5.1.2 setup in a 25x20 room. Our speakers are Bowers and Wilkins 702s2, HTM 72s2, and 706 S2. I'm...

Hi everyone! I'm currently thinking about a total reconfiguration of my actual setup. And I wish to reconsider electronics parts in full DIY. I'm looking for a preamplifier with some keys characteristics : MC/MM preamplifier Unbalanced line level inputs (at least 2 or 3) Volume control Easy...

Hi; I hope this post is in the right thread. I recently moved place and we have build in furniture which is not deep enough to hold my audio and video devices. I used to connect the TV and other devices to the AMP but now I have to look into a compact alternative to replace the AMP to be able...

Please tell me about the cost. My subwoofer has turned off. but I don't know about it. that is what happened.