Re: [SlimDevices: Audiophiles] Errors in Encoded Files

2008-01-25 Thread norderney
pablolie;260370 Wrote: Ok, so after restoring my library, I run that FLAC and MP3 Audiotest utility, ... I have used FLACTest to check my FLAC files, but what utility do you use to test MP3 files? -- norderney Transporter (Black) - Arcam A85 Amp - BW CDM1NT Speakers - Yamaha CDRHD1500

Re: [SlimDevices: Audiophiles] Errors in Encoded Files

2008-01-25 Thread probedb
Just use flac-verify.exe for flac files, if that reports no errors the flac files aren't broken. If these are an archive you should maybe use something like 10% PAR files as well so you can restore any odd broken files. If they've all gone I think there's something bigger at play, either they

Re: [SlimDevices: Audiophiles] Speaker Trouble--Spica TC-50s

2008-01-25 Thread DMR NYC
So, will Madisounds' tweeters fit the 50i? -- DMR NYC DMR NYC's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=8790 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=42522

Re: [SlimDevices: Audiophiles] 192-320 kbps mp3s vs. FLAC on SB3 w/o Upgrades

2008-01-25 Thread probedb
Robin Bowes;262013 Wrote: Gibson78 wrote: Opinions are solicited on whether streaming uncompressed files into an SB3 fed via its analog outs into an Onkyo A-9555 2 channel amp into a pair of Aperion 633-T tower speakers (all budget but good stereo stuff) would really sound different

Re: [SlimDevices: Audiophiles] Attenuators-recommendations

2008-01-25 Thread jt25741
Shredder;262433 Wrote: Morning. Just got my TP up and running. I am quite pleased. One issue: I am running the TP straight into my amps w/no pre and balanced ics. The volume is way too loud at the lowest levels. In essence, I have no low volume setting. I assume I need attenuators

[SlimDevices: Audiophiles] Does transporter or SB3 support chinese and Japanese fonts?

2008-01-25 Thread Kardtoon
I have a music library that's primarily in English and maybe 25% songs in Mandrain, cantonese and Japanese. I'm seriously thinking about commiting to a Transporter or at least a SB. the above question weights heavily in my mind. will I be able to see the non english files in my music library?

Re: [SlimDevices: Audiophiles] Attenuators-recommendations

2008-01-25 Thread Shredder
I can barely screw in a lightbulb let alone solder an attenuator. -- Shredder Shredder's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=11380 View this thread:

Re: [SlimDevices: Audiophiles] Attenuators-recommendations

2008-01-25 Thread tomjtx
I use Scott Endler shotgun 24 stepp balanced att.'s and they work quite well. -- tomjtx tomjtx's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=7449 View this thread:

Re: [SlimDevices: Audiophiles] no sound from Transporter

2008-01-25 Thread Shredder
Fixed now, all up an running. Impressive little unit. -- Shredder Shredder's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=11380 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=42659

Re: [SlimDevices: Audiophiles] new Avi 'Active' speakers.. perfect?

2008-01-25 Thread Andyoz
So has anyone heard or bought them? They seem to be getting good reviews and the retail price of £1,000 is spot on. -- Andyoz Andyoz's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=4864 View this thread:

Re: [SlimDevices: Audiophiles] Attenuators-recommendations

2008-01-25 Thread tomjtx
cliveb;262490 Wrote: I'm sure the Endler attenuators are very good, but there are alternatives at much lower cost. If you can solder, and your interconnects have XLR plugs, then it's perfectly feasible to insert appropriate resistors to achieve the required attenuation. Total cost: 8

[SlimDevices: Audiophiles] Attenuators-recommendations

2008-01-25 Thread Shredder
Morning. Just got my TP up and running. I am quite pleased. One issue: I am running the TP straight into my amps w/no pre and balanced ics. The volume is way too loud at the lowest levels. In essence, I have no low volume setting. I assume I need attenuators (TP ones won't work because I am

Re: [SlimDevices: Audiophiles] Attenuators-recommendations

2008-01-25 Thread ezkcdude
tomjtx;262440 Wrote: I use Scott Endler shotgun 12 stepp balanced att.'s and they work quite well. I think the 24 step could be overkill. A pair of 12 step balanced will run you 140.00USD Same here, but unbalanced. Got them a couple of years ago, never had a complaint so far. In fact I

Re: [SlimDevices: Audiophiles] Attenuators-recommendations

2008-01-25 Thread cliveb
tomjtx;262440 Wrote: I use Scott Endler shotgun 12 stepp balanced att.'s and they work quite well. A pair of 12 step balanced will run you 140.00USD I'm sure the Endler attenuators are very good, but there are alternatives at much lower cost. If you can solder, and your interconnects have

Re: [SlimDevices: Audiophiles] Attenuators-recommendations

2008-01-25 Thread tomjtx
Shredder;262521 Wrote: I can barely screw in a lightbulb let alone solder an attenuator. I am quite good at getting sodded, however. -- tomjtx tomjtx's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=7449 View