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  • motorstereo
    motorstereo Posts: 2,428
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    nooshinjohn wrote: »
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    Congrats to you and it sure is a fine looking preamp. Looking forward to reading your impressions of it vs. the 2300.
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  • Gardenstater
    Gardenstater Posts: 4,957
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    Tested my buddy Steve's new acquisition in my system, which is a Denafrips Enyo 15th DAC ($699 not incl. customs duties), Regrettably my Squeezebox Touch with the Enhanced Digital Output app installed, did not recognize the Denafrips and we just got the spinning wheel and "DAC Not Recognized".

    But even using a 10 ft. USB printer cable from his HP 17 Laptop to the Denafrips and an iFi Gemini 1m USB cable to the Onkyo Integrated, it totally bested my SBT to iFi nano iDSD to Onkyo! I mean blew it out of the water! Even the bass was better. Low level cymbal details and resolution were incredible.

    I would upgrade to this in a hot minute if it had worked with the SBT output. Regrettably, we did not try the coax on the SBT to the Denafrips. Not sure why that would've worked when the USB didn't but we have to try that too. He took it with him back home which is pretty bad manners lol.

    https://www.denafrips.com/enyo

    George / NJ

    Polk 7B main speakers, std. mods+ (1979, orig owner)
    Martin Logan Dynamo sub w/6ft 14awg Power Cord
    Onkyo A-8017 integrated
    Logitech Squeezebox Touch Streamer w/EDO applet
    iFi nano iDSD DAC
    iPurifier3
    iDefender w/ iPower PS
    Custom Steve Wilson 1m UPOCC Interconnect
    iFi Mercury 0.5m OFHC continuous cast copper USB cable
    Custom Ribbon Speaker Cables, 5ft long, 4N Copper, 14awg, ultra low inductance
    Custom Vibration Isolation Speaker Stands and Sub Platform
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  • billbillw
    billbillw Posts: 8,316
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    Gardenstater wrote: »
    Tested my buddy Steve's new acquisition in my system, which is a Denafrips Enyo 15th DAC ($699 not incl. customs duties), Regrettably my Squeezebox Touch with the Enhanced Digital Output app installed, did not recognize the Denafrips and we just got the spinning wheel and "DAC Not Recognized".

    But even using a 10 ft. USB printer cable from his HP 17 Laptop to the Denafrips and an iFi Gemini 1m USB cable to the Onkyo Integrated, it totally bested my SBT to iFi nano iDSD to Onkyo! I mean blew it out of the water! Even the bass was better. Low level cymbal details and resolution were incredible.

    I would upgrade to this in a hot minute if it had worked with the SBT output. Regrettably, we did not try the coax on the SBT to the Denafrips. Not sure why that would've worked when the USB didn't but we have to try that too. He took it with him back home which is pretty bad manners lol.

    https://www.denafrips.com/enyo

    That is odd the SBT didn't recognize the Denafrips. Is that box supported with updates through the LMS/Lyrion project? My Daphile streamer basically uses the LMS engine in a very light Linux OS. It immediately recognized my Denafrips (although, mine is an older Ares II version).
    The difference when I upgraded to the Ares wasn't as obvious, but it did become noticeable after a few days. The low level detail and bass texture is what I picked up first. I think the change from the iFi portable DAC/Amp to the latest Denafrips Enyo is a bigger jump than it was from my Teac UD-301 to my Denafrips. They are definitely good quality products across the lineup.
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  • Gardenstater
    Gardenstater Posts: 4,957
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    billbillw wrote: »
    Gardenstater wrote: »
    Tested my buddy Steve's new acquisition in my system, which is a Denafrips Enyo 15th DAC ($699 not incl. customs duties), Regrettably my Squeezebox Touch with the Enhanced Digital Output app installed, did not recognize the Denafrips and we just got the spinning wheel and "DAC Not Recognized".

    But even using a 10 ft. USB printer cable from his HP 17 Laptop to the Denafrips and an iFi Gemini 1m USB cable to the Onkyo Integrated, it totally bested my SBT to iFi nano iDSD to Onkyo! I mean blew it out of the water! Even the bass was better. Low level cymbal details and resolution were incredible.

    I would upgrade to this in a hot minute if it had worked with the SBT output. Regrettably, we did not try the coax on the SBT to the Denafrips. Not sure why that would've worked when the USB didn't but we have to try that too. He took it with him back home which is pretty bad manners lol.

    https://www.denafrips.com/enyo

    That is odd the SBT didn't recognize the Denafrips. Is that box supported with updates through the LMS/Lyrion project? My Daphile streamer basically uses the LMS engine in a very light Linux OS. It immediately recognized my Denafrips (although, mine is an older Ares II version).
    The difference when I upgraded to the Ares wasn't as obvious, but it did become noticeable after a few days. The low level detail and bass texture is what I picked up first. I think the change from the iFi portable DAC/Amp to the latest Denafrips Enyo is a bigger jump than it was from my Teac UD-301 to my Denafrips. They are definitely good quality products across the lineup.

    Unfortunately, the developer of the EDO applet is no longer in the Lyrion Community Forum so I won't hold my breath for any future tweaking of the code. I was advised that we could've also tried a USB hub (powered or unpowered) between the SBT and the DAC to see if it was tricked into working, in addition to the COAX digital output/inputs which is also supposed to be converted from an input to an output on the SBT by the EDO app.

    So you are using a SBT with some software called Daphile? I think that the function of recognizing the DAC would be a matter of the firmware of the SBT and not the streaming software and should work when you only have those two connected and powered regardless of inputs to the SBT but I could be wrong.

    I want to see if there is a list of known supported DACs by the EDO app and see if your old Denafrips is on the list. And yes I absolutely want one now, even despite the over $100 additional due to the tariffs, which that particular mfg. has decided they ain't gonna eat it.
    George / NJ

    Polk 7B main speakers, std. mods+ (1979, orig owner)
    Martin Logan Dynamo sub w/6ft 14awg Power Cord
    Onkyo A-8017 integrated
    Logitech Squeezebox Touch Streamer w/EDO applet
    iFi nano iDSD DAC
    iPurifier3
    iDefender w/ iPower PS
    Custom Steve Wilson 1m UPOCC Interconnect
    iFi Mercury 0.5m OFHC continuous cast copper USB cable
    Custom Ribbon Speaker Cables, 5ft long, 4N Copper, 14awg, ultra low inductance
    Custom Vibration Isolation Speaker Stands and Sub Platform
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  • billbillw
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    Gardenstater wrote: »

    So you are using a SBT with some software called Daphile? I think that the function of recognizing the DAC would be a matter of the firmware of the SBT and not the streaming software and should work when you only have those two connected and powered regardless of inputs to the SBT but I could be wrong.

    I want to see if there is a list of known supported DACs by the EDO app and see if your old Denafrips is on the list. And yes I absolutely want one now, even despite the over $100 additional due to the tariffs, which that particular mfg. has decided they ain't gonna eat it.

    I actually use a little fanless thin client PC, which runs the Daphile software and connects via USB to the DAC. The playback is through using a phone/tablet browser. I've talked about it a few times in the Going Digital sub-forum. I wasn't sure if there was a connection between LMS/Lyrion and how the SBT functions, but I knew they were in the same ecosystem. Daphile uses the LMS/Lyrion engine.
    I'd definitely look on the used market to avoid the tariffs. I think the generational upgrades from Ares II > Ares 12th > Enya 15th version have been pretty small overall. In fact, the Ares II received a software upgrade after the Ares 12th was release to give the same basic features. The 12th had a better case and power supply design, but otherwise, it wasn't a huge jump. I haven't really followed the improvements since that time. For me, I saved a few hundred going with the used Ares II vs the 12th which was the latest at that time.
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  • treitz3
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    Polished up what some folks here call, "The Bell".

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    Tom
    ~ In search of accurate reproduction of music. Real sound is my reference and while perfection may not be attainable? If I chase it, I might just catch excellence. ~
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  • VR3
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    I recommend the 3m velcro strips, the hard hook side is all that's needed and the felt sticks right to it
    - Not Tom ::::::: Any system can play Diana Krall. Only the best can play Limp Bizkit.
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  • VR3
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    Yes the wall strips are removable without damage... Works good!
    - Not Tom ::::::: Any system can play Diana Krall. Only the best can play Limp Bizkit.
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  • VR3
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    Very nice! Love the stands!
    - Not Tom ::::::: Any system can play Diana Krall. Only the best can play Limp Bizkit.
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  • Gardenstater
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    What stands are those? Do they have 4 springs between the spikes and the stand, for vibration isolation?
    George / NJ

    Polk 7B main speakers, std. mods+ (1979, orig owner)
    Martin Logan Dynamo sub w/6ft 14awg Power Cord
    Onkyo A-8017 integrated
    Logitech Squeezebox Touch Streamer w/EDO applet
    iFi nano iDSD DAC
    iPurifier3
    iDefender w/ iPower PS
    Custom Steve Wilson 1m UPOCC Interconnect
    iFi Mercury 0.5m OFHC continuous cast copper USB cable
    Custom Ribbon Speaker Cables, 5ft long, 4N Copper, 14awg, ultra low inductance
    Custom Vibration Isolation Speaker Stands and Sub Platform
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  • Conradicles
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    Gardenstater wrote: »
    What stands are those? Do they have 4 springs between the spikes and the stand, for vibration isolation?

    No spring, just cheap Amazonic stands.
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  • newbie308
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    @Conradicles Nice setup! I really like the wood grain on those speakers! I've been seriously considering a Rogue RP5 to add some tubes to my system. How do you like the Rogue you have?
    Enjoying the journey while never attaining the destination.
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  • Conradicles
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    newbie308 wrote: »
    How do you like the Rogue you have?

    The Rogue Pharaoh is a great all around amp. I sent it to Rogue for a refresh, and I have to say they have excellent customer service.
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  • VR3
    VR3 Posts: 29,752
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    We need a link for these cheap Amazon stands

    Edit... Great price https://a.co/d/cKXHJDK

    You like them?
    - Not Tom ::::::: Any system can play Diana Krall. Only the best can play Limp Bizkit.
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  • treitz3
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    It does say that the spike height is adjustable. My questions is this. Are they adjusted by twisting the three chrome looking knobs on top of the bottom plate, or are the spikes completely separate from that and adjusted from under the bottom plate?

    Also, I take it that the support columns can be filled for more weight and resonance control?

    Tom
    ~ In search of accurate reproduction of music. Real sound is my reference and while perfection may not be attainable? If I chase it, I might just catch excellence. ~
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  • VR3
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    edited September 2025
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    According to the reviews it can be filled thru the tiny bolts holes which is normal.... Takes a long time, drilling a small hole on top on a corner would speed it up to allow air to vent out
    - Not Tom ::::::: Any system can play Diana Krall. Only the best can play Limp Bizkit.
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  • Conradicles
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    treitz3 wrote: »
    or are the spikes completely separate from that and adjusted from under the bottom plate?

    This.
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  • treitz3
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    Thanks. I couldn't tell from the photos.

    Tom
    ~ In search of accurate reproduction of music. Real sound is my reference and while perfection may not be attainable? If I chase it, I might just catch excellence. ~
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  • mikejedi0619
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    Let’s see not today but about 12 months ago or so I switched out my old Denon DL-110 on my workhorse Technics SL1200mk5 on my downstairs AV system to a AT VM740ML and it’s freaking across the board blown away after a suggestion from my Uncle (who is a big audiophile himself ) he always felt the AT’s have a bit more detail and crispness. It does — but it’s not overdone !! Love it. !!

    My next project when I am feeling better (been sick these last few months) getting there though —- is to replace my Denon DL301 mkii workhorse LOMC which has been
    my reference since 2022…on my upstairs Audio only system — on my MIJ Technics SL1200G that I purchased back in 2020.
    After much research I beleive the new AT VM745xml is a giant killer of a cart and will match nicely to my 1200G and Parasound JC3 jr. I think it be nice , and I am ready for some AT on the upstairs system. I love listening to all my jazz and rock original and audiophile LPs :) upstairs system has the Polk L200s.

    Just my .02.!! Hope everyone is having fun times with your system(s)
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  • motorstereo
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    It was a slow day here today and my curiosity got the best of me. So I swapped out my big block Mac's for a pair of Fosi class d amps with the 3255 chips for an afternoon of fun.
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  • skipshot12
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    motor,

    How's the SDA's sound with the Class D amp?

    I tried a pair of Wryed 4 Sound 1000R mono's with my Kappa 9's.



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  • motorstereo
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    skipshot12 wrote: »
    motor,

    How's the SDA's sound with the Class D amp?

    I tried a pair of Wryed 4 Sound 1000R mono's with my Kappa 9's.



    They surprised me. I thought for sure they'd fall flat on their faces so to speak but they did not. Will they be replacing the Mac's? Not a chance. I'll admit though I was very surprised by a pair of amps controlling all those drivers that cost half the price of the MIT S1 shotgun interconnects they were hooked up to.
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  • VR3
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    Class d is great for bass

    Everything else? Meh... Especially high frequencies... Yowza
    - Not Tom ::::::: Any system can play Diana Krall. Only the best can play Limp Bizkit.
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    VR3 wrote: »
    Class d is great for bass

    Everything else? Meh... Especially high frequencies... Yowza

    Depends on the Class D. Not all are hot up high. Some are actually softer/warmer than a typical AB.
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