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Hey! Congratulations. Nice set up out there.Few purchases after a flurry of sales
KEF LSX
Beyerdynamic T5P (Ignore the dust on the headband)
Denafrip Ares II DAC , Thanks @drkrack
how do the kef’s sound ??
The placement is really sub-optimal with one near to wall other not having a wall in the nearby vicinity and also it is much below my sitting height at the moment , but even with this the center imaging is good for near field listening, has a slightly laidback presentation with good amount of details. So far find it to be the perfect companion to listen to music whilst working or sitting at my PC.
unleash_me
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KEF LSX
The LSX P1 Desk Pad (below) might be a good addition. I tried mine on the IsoAcoustics ISO-155 that I already have, but opted for the P1 stands instead.
The LSX P1 Desk Pad (below) might be a good addition. I tried mine on the IsoAcoustics ISO-155 that I already have, but opted for the P1 stands instead.
These look really nice, but was looking at ISO Acoustics since i need to raise the height as well. These wont help in the same.
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In my quest for a good entry level two channel audio setup at reasonable prices, added a DAC to the list.
iFi Audio - Zen DAC. It's a USB input only Headphone DAC and Pre Amp or can be used as a standalone DAC.
Zen can handle PCM files up to 384kHz and up to DSD256. It can also Render MQA too which is a plus for me as my main streamer is Tidal. Whether my Crown is able to fully utilize it is a different question.
Has 3 firmware that can be installed, each with a slightly different sound. I am currently on the latest version 5.3c. At fixed output (2.1 Vrms) sounds pretty good.
iFi Audio - Zen DAC. It's a USB input only Headphone DAC and Pre Amp or can be used as a standalone DAC.
Zen can handle PCM files up to 384kHz and up to DSD256. It can also Render MQA too which is a plus for me as my main streamer is Tidal. Whether my Crown is able to fully utilize it is a different question.
Has 3 firmware that can be installed, each with a slightly different sound. I am currently on the latest version 5.3c. At fixed output (2.1 Vrms) sounds pretty good.
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Are wired mouse an old-fashioned thing already?
Specs wise Marantz has a better DAC than the Zen. It's been a few months since Marantz has gone out of my system. I went to Topping and then to Tube and then to DAC. So, unless I do a side by side, I can't recall the sound or differences. Sorry about that.
My First HiFi Stereo Setup:
1. ELAC Navis ARB-51 - Active Speaker
2. Topping E30 - DAC
3. Mogami 2549 RCA Cable
4. Custom USB Cable - bought used one from @magma
Please find my Review on ELAC Navis Speaker below,
www.hifivision.com
Regards,
Sathish Chandran.
1. ELAC Navis ARB-51 - Active Speaker
2. Topping E30 - DAC
3. Mogami 2549 RCA Cable
4. Custom USB Cable - bought used one from @magma
Please find my Review on ELAC Navis Speaker below,
Review of Active Speaker "Elac Navis ARB-51"
About Myself: I will start from telling a liitle bit about myself. I am a music lover from childhood. I am not sure whether I am entitled to be called as an audiophile but definitely an aspiring Audiophile. Since my childhood I always enjoyed listening to Music. As Time passes by, I craved for...
www.hifivision.com
Regards,
Sathish Chandran.
You are absolutely right bro.. Pairing a $2300 Speaker with $130 DAC will look Idiotic but Topping E30 is just a temporary DAC, I am planning to buy used ELAC Alchemy DDP-2 in USA and hand carry it via my Friend when he plans to come India. Alchemy DDP-2 is an Analog-Preamp/DAC/Streamer combo which will complete my stereo chain.
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captainsubtext
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I had the P1 desk pads, they work by angling the drivers upwards - pretty elegant solution. The iso-acoustic stands work better with more adjustments allowed. Make sure you play around with the DSP to dial the kefs in for a desktop setup.
Yup i missed your sale with the pads included
, the iso-acoustic stand are really good but visually they are ok. Yet to play around much witht the DSP , but still sounds pretty decent for casual listening.Sean de Silva
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pls excuse the poor mobile pic quality. After being convinced by Mr. Murthy I took the unequivocal plunge to redesign the hifi unit.
The earlier behemoth which stifled my speakers..
The new customised enclosed rack.
Wired up both amplifiers with Mr. Murthy's power cables. To say that I'm pleased as punch with the instantaneous sonic difference would be an understatement! The speakers can literally breathe freely now. I'm beginning to seriously appreciate that very resolving smooth sweet sound!
The earlier behemoth which stifled my speakers..
The new customised enclosed rack.
Wired up both amplifiers with Mr. Murthy's power cables. To say that I'm pleased as punch with the instantaneous sonic difference would be an understatement! The speakers can literally breathe freely now. I'm beginning to seriously appreciate that very resolving smooth sweet sound!
A very nice transformation Sean. Would be great if there are big openings at the back of the rack for airflow.pls excuse the poor mobile pic quality. After being convinced by Mr. Murthy I took the unequivocal plunge to redesign the hifi unit.
The earlier behemoth which stifled my speakers..
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The new customised enclosed rack.
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Wired up both amplifiers with Mr. Murthy's power cables. To say that I'm pleased as punch with the instantaneous sonic difference would be an understatement! The speakers can literally breathe freely now. I'm beginning to seriously appreciate that very resolving smooth sweet sound!
A beautiful, well-constructed speaker with class-leading soundstage, imaging and bass that is fast, deep, and precise.
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