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Post by oldson on Apr 25, 2016 18:16:32 GMT
I never had any problems upscaling/upconverting/resampling/younameit with Foobar, JRiver or HQplayer thoug I'll admit my computers knowledge might be a bit above average user's. The iDSD micro is excellent for this as it accepts a huge range of sampling rates in both PCM and DSD. dont get me started on upscaling again!!  |
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Post by oldson on Apr 26, 2016 10:46:46 GMT
luckily i have managed to cancel the order for the ipurifier2 before it was despatched.
have decided to stick with the micro, so it wont be needed.
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Post by jello on Apr 26, 2016 11:08:25 GMT
Shame the Mojo didn't pan out Simon but with two capable DAC/amp combos to hand something had to give. It seems like the two are pretty close performance wise so if portability isn't a concern, and I suspect it isn't, then it definitely makes sense to keep the one that gives you fewer playback issues. Suspect the Mojo will be more desirable on the 2nd hand market too so should allow you to recoup most of what you paid  ps when is the Teac arriving? I will say no more on the subject as I can hear the ifi cheerleader shaking his pom poms as I type  |
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Post by oldson on Apr 26, 2016 17:27:29 GMT
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Post by oldson on Apr 29, 2016 15:04:33 GMT
Shame the Mojo didn't pan out Simon but with two capable DAC/amp combos to hand something had to give. It seems like the two are pretty close performance wise so if portability isn't a concern, and I suspect it isn't, then it definitely makes sense to keep the one that gives you fewer playback issues. Suspect the Mojo will be more desirable on the 2nd hand market too so should allow you to recoup most of what you paid ps when is the Teac arriving? I will say no more on the subject as I can hear the ifi cheerleader shaking his pom poms as I type sorry Mark there wont be a discounted teac available here anytime soon. have decided to stick with the ifi., for now. if and when i do find a suitable desktop unit , it may now be lower spec. ie not dsd, as i am not sure i hear any improvement over 24/192. maybe its me and/or my gear. |
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Post by jello on Apr 29, 2016 16:08:12 GMT
Win some, lose some I guess. Honestly though I think it's a very sensible decision. As much as I'd like to think I could hear a difference in formats I'd probably struggle to tell a hi-res track from a CD quality track in a blind test. No amount of gear is likely to help me and I fully accept that my ears will be the weakest link in the chain. Ironically with your sights set lower, and I use that word very loosely, it actually opens up your options a bit if /or when you do decide to go for a desktop unit. For some reason it's far easier to find non-DSD capable DACs that just do the job they're designed for without all the unnecessary whistles & bells e.g. a mediocre headphone amp you won't use, fancy display. Sometimes it's better to enjoy what you have rather than wondering if the grass is greener somewhere else. There's no harm in looking though, am I right?  |
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Post by oldson on Apr 29, 2016 17:00:25 GMT
Win some, lose some I guess. Honestly though I think it's a very sensible decision. As much as I'd like to think I could hear a difference in formats I'd probably struggle to tell a hi-res track from a CD quality track in a blind test. No amount of gear is likely to help me and I fully accept that my ears will be the weakest link in the chain. Ironically with your sights set lower, and I use that word very loosely, it actually opens up your options a bit if /or when you do decide to go for a desktop unit. For some reason it's far easier to find non-DSD capable DACs that just do the job they're designed for without all the unnecessary whistles & bells e.g. a mediocre headphone amp you won't use, fancy display. Sometimes it's better to enjoy what you have rather than wondering if the grass is greener somewhere else. There's no harm in looking though, am I right? i dont do "sensible" mate! i am always looking for something that may be better than what i already have. (usually its not, though) i have considered schitt bifrost/gungnir in the past, but not the multi-bit models following Frans' comments on another thread. the usb bifrost with 4490 chip can be had for £380. there is also a used north star design essensio on ebay for £400. not widely reviewed but is more than double that price new. 2 other options are meier daccord, similar to my old stagedac but with a few tweaks (ie asynch usb) and the british made njc ref dac. loads of options, especially used! |
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Post by oldson on Apr 29, 2016 17:28:50 GMT
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Post by jello on Apr 29, 2016 17:52:23 GMT
You don't to 'sensible'? Were we separated at birth by any chance? Before opting for the Mojo I was seriously considering the Bifrost with the 4490 chip. The flexibility and smaller footprint of the Mojo won out. It was a while back but I recall someone I knew then absolutely gushing about a wonderful Italian DAC they'd bought. Sure it was the Essensio but for the life of me I can't remember who it was now.... |
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Post by oldson on Apr 29, 2016 18:08:49 GMT
You don't to 'sensible'? Were we separated at birth by any chance? Before opting for the Mojo I was seriously considering the Bifrost with the 4490 chip. The flexibility and smaller footprint of the Mojo won out. It was a while back but I recall someone I knew then absolutely gushing about a wonderful Italian DAC they'd bought. Sure it was the Essensio but for the life of me I can't remember who it was now.... you sure it wasnt a m2tech young? the hype on them went through the roof. my problem, Mark, is my mentality. i want the best i can possibly afford even if i hear no improvement. i am sure the bifrost 4490 would be a good choice but i start to think "well its only £xx more for Gungnir". and i would bet my left knacker , on a blind test, i would not be able to pick either out as better than my Ifi. i need to see a shrink! LoL |
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Post by oldson on Apr 29, 2016 18:19:44 GMT
another thing that bugs me
if you compare mojo to gungnir for example.
gungnir comes in a case roughly 400 x 200mm and is crammed full of components.
mojo is roughly 80 x 60mm and has an hpa.
the gungnir really really should sound better (imo) but i bet it dont.
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Post by jello on Apr 29, 2016 18:40:09 GMT
I've never heard a 'big box' DAC like the Gungnir before so not sure how much of a difference there would be. possibly noticeable in a direct comparison but I suspect not a night and day difference.
I think what the Mojo demonstrates though is just how good portable gear is getting these days. It's good enough to be used in a home set up and it doesn't feel like you are either paying through the nose for the privilege or having to compromise.
What bugs me more is those big boxes that are crammed with little more than empty space! But I think some owners actually like the size because it looks like serious kit. The Mojo doesn't by comparison.
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Post by oldson on Apr 30, 2016 17:01:15 GMT
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Post by oldson on Apr 30, 2016 18:18:48 GMT
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Post by Rabbit on Apr 30, 2016 18:26:40 GMT
That Nuwave looks a bit tastey!!!!
You have to stop this Simon, you'll get me going. On that site, a black Dragonfly is £89 and a red one is £169. I can't see any differences excelt colour. Is red in this year?
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