[SlimDevices: Audiophiles] Spotify versus Rhapsody Audio Quality

Can anyone compare? I use Rhapsody now and the quality is actually pretty good. How is the Spotify premium service in comparison to Rhapsody regarding sound quality? Thanks I stream from my Touch to a BADAModwirght KWA150Sony M9ED. -- mr_bill

[SlimDevices: Audiophiles] A multitude of choices...

that are accessible with the squeeze products. -- mr_bill mr_bill's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=6737 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=76944

Re: [SlimDevices: Audiophiles] External DAC - does it make a difference?

in the player sounds better (here) than that of the Transporter and, unlike the Transporter, its attentuator operates as analog except at low listening levels where chopped bits are not missed. -- mr_bill mr_bill's Profile

Re: [SlimDevices: Audiophiles] External DAC - does it make a difference?

/Benchmark Dac 1 I bet Pat Farrell, member may echo the same thing. -- mr_bill mr_bill's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=6737 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=75447

[SlimDevices: Audiophiles] Touch versus Transporter - beta testers chime in please

dac (Dacmagic, Benchmark) compare to the standalone Transporter? Please, your comments ar valuable and thanks!! -- mr_bill mr_bill's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=6737 View this thread: http

Re: [SlimDevices: Audiophiles] Transporter or wait for Touch?

, and have bought and used three plain SqueezeBoxen. So I'm a bit biased. -- Pat Farrell http://www.pfarrell.com/ -- mr_bill mr_bill's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=6737 View this thread

[SlimDevices: Audiophiles] For Sale: Logitech Duet - brand new-sealed, $120 including shipping

Hi, I ordered an extra Logitech Duet that I don't need. It is in the box and brand new - not used. My loss/your gain $120 includes shipping to the lower 48. If you have any questions, please let me know. I accept PayPal with fees. Thanks, Bill -- mr_bill

Re: [SlimDevices: Audiophiles] linear power supply for duet?

close at Action Electronics. Part# PH-1135 Desc: DC Power Plug -- mr_bill mr_bill's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=6737 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=51079

Re: [SlimDevices: Audiophiles] linear power supply for duet?

Duet use should be with a linear PS and an external Dac. With those two upgrades, your performance is equal to or better than a Transporter. Try Acopian for a good linear PS for a lower price. I have one and like it. -- mr_bill

Re: [SlimDevices: Audiophiles] linear power supply for duet?

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[SlimDevices: Audiophiles] Last.fm bitrate

I've never used Last.fm, but just received the newsletter from Slim Devices to sign up. My question is: What bitrate does Last.fm stream at. I'm hoping it's high - so the sound quality is decent! Thanks. -- mr_bill

Re: [SlimDevices: Audiophiles] Last.fm bitrate

Thanks Andy, I'll give it a try as soon as I get my new Duet fired up! -- mr_bill mr_bill's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=6737 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t

Re: [SlimDevices: Audiophiles] The Absolute Sound reviews AppleTV and Squeezebox Duet

Bring it on Pale Blue Ego - I'm ready! I hope it's a good one. (especially since I just purchased a Duet to use into my Dac) -- mr_bill mr_bill's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=6737 View

Re: [SlimDevices: Audiophiles] About to sell my CD player--will SB3 be enough??

of my Electrocompaniet DAC and BAT preamp--hoping for good sound. Do you like the sound of the SB3 and Dac combo better than the Ayre CX7? The Ayre CX 7e is a very highly regarded CD player. -- mr_bill mr_bill's Profile

Re: [SlimDevices: Audiophiles] power supply upgrade for duet receiver

the sound. Linear supply is another matter - the differences with a cheaper power supply are not that great in my experience. -- mr_bill mr_bill's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=6737 View this thread

Re: [SlimDevices: Audiophiles] About to sell my CD player--will SB3 be enough??

collection - it just seems to wierd and I have never gotten used to it. -- mr_bill mr_bill's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=6737 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t

Re: [SlimDevices: Audiophiles] SB3 - Transporter Minireview

the most significant cost of the analog. Hi MSWlogo, I gather from your review that you were uisng the TP and SB3 only as digital transports - digital output from either and not analog? This would be good to know, Thanks. -- mr_bill

Re: [SlimDevices: Audiophiles] Would you upgrade ?

that much, look around for a good external DAC. Just my 2c. Best regards Karl-Heinz How can the bottle neck be the Transporter dac - AKM miracle dac? That seems ludicrous to me. -- mr_bill mr_bill's Profile

[SlimDevices: Audiophiles] Transporter sans preamp w/Endler Att.

with the Endlers? Has anyone gone back to a preamp? Nice to have to spend the big money if you don't have to. -- mr_bill mr_bill's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=6737 View this thread: http

Re: [SlimDevices: Audiophiles] Bybee silver bullet, $4200 for four

jsprag;301747 Wrote: Seems expensive, but they'll come in handy when your audio system is attacked by werewolves. That made me laugh - good one. -- mr_bill mr_bill's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php

Re: [SlimDevices: Audiophiles] Duet Sound

one! My turn.. is it it is!!!.. Don't feed the trolls. That was indeed warranted. What other audio forum did you post in Jazzy? I'd like to read the posts. Thanks. -- mr_bill mr_bill's

Re: [SlimDevices: Audiophiles] SB3 vs Transporter

SB3 into Benchmarck Dac in my experience. -- mr_bill mr_bill's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=6737 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=46636

Re: [SlimDevices: Audiophiles] Linn Klimax DS - Network Music Player

Kris, Are you feeling better? -- mr_bill mr_bill's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=6737 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=38815

Re: [SlimDevices: Audiophiles] Linn Klimax DS - Network Music Player

Kris, Any updates to share? Thanks, Bill -- mr_bill mr_bill's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=6737 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=38815

Re: [SlimDevices: Audiophiles] Duet w/Benchmark dac1 vs Transpoter?

The Transporter is a little better plus I like the one box solution. On advantage is that the Dac1 has built in jumpers for output so you can pad down the xlr's if running direct to amp. I've owned them both and now have the Transporter and would not switch back. Bill -- mr_bill

Re: [SlimDevices: Audiophiles] What is connected to your Transporter?

you have the stock TP before the modded unit? Do you like running without a preamp? Thanks, Bill -- mr_bill mr_bill's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=6737 View this thread: http

Re: [SlimDevices: Audiophiles] What is connected to your Transporter?

Shredder - thanks. I'll be interested to hear if the Endlers help or if you prefer the sound without them. Thanks, Bill -- mr_bill mr_bill's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=6737 View this thread

Re: [SlimDevices: Audiophiles] ModWright Transporter experience: truth vs. beauty?

I would agree on the stock sound - very transparent and revealing but the highs aren't 'tizzy,' just accurate and I have a very resolving system. Tizzy sounds like the stock unit would have a problem or be inaccurate. Thanks for your post Ted. Good to hear your thoughts. Bill -- mr_bill

Re: [SlimDevices: Audiophiles] ModWright Transporter experience: truth vs. beauty?

the Truth TP is so much more... I was referring to my post to Srajaen earlier - not Danny. If I would have known that you are analyzing my posts, I would have clarified that. -- mr_bill mr_bill's Profile: http

Re: [SlimDevices: Audiophiles] New Transporter owner...

the native option, but it is the work of a second to try that out too. Big fool, How do you set the decoding in SS rather than in the TP? Thanks, Bill -- mr_bill mr_bill's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php

[SlimDevices: Audiophiles] Transporter - upgraded squeeze center today - no output

center on computer is running and shows music playing, amps are on, TP shows conection to internet radio and stream or library music playing, but no output and no music. Volume is not muted. I don't know what else to check and why there is no music coming out of my speakers? Bill -- mr_bill

Re: [SlimDevices: Audiophiles] Transporter - upgraded squeeze center today - no output

haunyack and radish, (sounds like salad dressing!) I'll give that a try - xilinx reset. -- mr_bill mr_bill's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=6737 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com

Re: [SlimDevices: Audiophiles] Transporter - upgraded squeeze center today - no output

It worked - thanks boys! -- mr_bill mr_bill's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=6737 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=44184

Re: [SlimDevices: Audiophiles] Transporter rca spdif digital input problem - no music

to the Transporter so I guess I don't really care to use the digital input anymore, but would like confirmation or resolution. Is my Transporter defective? Is it a software issue that a newer version will address? It would be good too know. Thanks, Bill -- mr_bill

Re: [SlimDevices: Audiophiles] Transporter rca spdif digital input problem - no music

Thanks Sean - good to know. Bill -- mr_bill mr_bill's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=6737 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=43855

Re: [SlimDevices: Audiophiles] Transporter rca spdif digital input problem - no music

it down), sound goes off. R. I'm running my Transporter direct to amp so when I make ANY adjustment to the volume the sound kicks out and I get the noise back and the bursts of noise doesn't seem to be attenuated in any way either. -- mr_bill

Re: [SlimDevices: Audiophiles] Transporter rca spdif digital input problem - no music

that, I get the sound you describe on my DAC when trying to oversample 48 Khz signal - not sure if transporter can even do that. K I'm playing CD's - not DVD's Thanks! Bill -- mr_bill mr_bill's Profile: http

Re: [SlimDevices: Audiophiles] Transporter rca spdif digital input problem - no music

did it. Unless I'm not understanding you right. I'm not selecting the input or pushing play on the computer in Squeezecenter. Thanks Sean, Bill -- mr_bill mr_bill's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid

Re: [SlimDevices: Audiophiles] Transporter rca spdif digital input problem - no music

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Re: [SlimDevices: Audiophiles] Transporter rca spdif digital input problem - no music

to output AC3 but remedied that and the changed the downmix and tried a couple more times - all with the same result. Maybe I freaked out the Transporter on the first try!? Bill -- mr_bill mr_bill's Profile: http

Re: [SlimDevices: Audiophiles] Transporter rca spdif digital input problem - no music

whatever the xilinx chip. Phil - yes to the PCM and the downmix. I didn't initally but fixed it after the first try thinking that was the problem - it wasn't. Bill -- mr_bill mr_bill's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com

Re: [SlimDevices: Audiophiles] Transporter rca spdif digital input problem - no music

and the same thing - no music and loud pops and chirps and noise when the volume is moved. I hope this is helping solve the problem. At least I have a way of playing a cd with my transport. Let me know what you think. Bill -- mr_bill

[SlimDevices: Audiophiles] Transporter rca spdif digital input problem

squeezecenter as the software. (I have the Sony DV7000es menu set to output PCM in the and downmix to normal and not surround). Frustrated, Bill -- mr_bill mr_bill's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=6737

Re: [SlimDevices: Audiophiles] Attenuators-recommendations

xand1x;263020 Wrote: I'm in the exact same scenario you are in mr_bill. I have Endler's on order and hopefully they'll arrive soon. As soon as I get them i'll let you know if there is an audible difference between using the digital volume control in the upper vs lower registers. I'm sure

Re: [SlimDevices: Audiophiles] Attenuators-recommendations

So what's the verdict here? It seems to get more confusing all the time. 1. Transporter straight into amps? 2. Transporter into Endler Attenuators? 3. Transporter into higher quality preamp with Transporter set to fixed output? (all xlr if possible) Thanks, Bill -- mr_bill

Re: [SlimDevices: Audiophiles] Attenuators-recommendations

losing too much resolution with my scenario? I should have posted that originally. Thanks, Bill -- mr_bill mr_bill's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=6737 View this thread: http

Re: [SlimDevices: Audiophiles] Attenuators-recommendations

xand1x;263020 Wrote: I'm in the exact same scenario you are in mr_bill. I have Endler's on order and hopefully they'll arrive soon. As soon as I get them i'll let you know if there is an audible difference between using the digital volume control in the upper vs lower registers. I'm sure

Re: [SlimDevices: Audiophiles] Jitter - streaming versus spdif input in Transporter

Thanks for the answer Sean. Bill -- mr_bill mr_bill's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=6737 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=42183

Re: [SlimDevices: Audiophiles] 6moons preview ModWright Transporter

that's what you're looking for. -- mr_bill mr_bill's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=6737 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=41756

Re: [SlimDevices: Audiophiles] 6moons preview ModWright Transporter

on the Transporter with a BIG power supply, I wonder if this really does help? Little do I know if the improvements are imaginary or real? -- mr_bill mr_bill's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=6737

Re: [SlimDevices: Audiophiles] transporter or SB question

tomjtx;253885 Wrote: Try going to the symphony in a good hall and solo classical concerts and chamber music. No system can come even close to that. Tom, Right on. That would be nice though. I sent you a PM. Bill -- mr_bill

Re: [SlimDevices: Audiophiles] transporter or SB question

sonically. I am about to buy a Transporter and I would love to hear any comments you have sonically, regarding the Saturn and Transporter. Thanks, Bill -- mr_bill mr_bill's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php

Re: [SlimDevices: Audiophiles] transporter or SB question

relevant as I know you've had comparison time and experience with other top sources. How are you using your Transporter? Direct to amp? xlr out? What is your system comprised of for amps, preamp (if used) and speakers? Thanks, Bill -- mr_bill

Re: [SlimDevices: Audiophiles] SB3 vs Transporter via external DAC

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Re: [SlimDevices: Audiophiles] How good is the DAC in the Squeezebox 3?

easier, but there isnt much difference. The Philips is widely known for its good, and overachieving sonics, a kudos to SB3 that is. The question is...does the SB3 sound better digital out run through your Bryston 100DA than analog out from the SB3 to your Bryston? Thanks, Bill -- mr_bill

Re: [SlimDevices: Audiophiles] SB3 is equivalent to which CD Players or DACs?

Keith L. How are you using the Naim HiLine and what do you have plugged into the HiLine? Thanks- I'm very interested. Bill -- mr_bill mr_bill's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=6737 View

Re: [SlimDevices: Audiophiles] SB3 is equivalent to which CD Players or DACs?

Thanks Keith, I have the same set up as you = SB3/Linear PS/Benchmark DAC1 and then straight into amps. Very high performance! Bill -- mr_bill mr_bill's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=6737 View

Re: [SlimDevices: Audiophiles] External DAC for SB

considering the Dac3 from BC. Thanks, Bill -- mr_bill mr_bill's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=6737 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=32740

Re: [SlimDevices: Audiophiles] External DAC for SB

what you are hearing as differences b/w the Transporter and the SB3/Dac1 combo. I would find that very informative! I respect your comments. Thanks, Bill -- mr_bill mr_bill's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php

Re: [SlimDevices: Audiophiles] Best reasonably priced DAC

of performance and features. Thanks, Bill -- mr_bill mr_bill's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=6737 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=32336

[SlimDevices: Audiophiles] Re: Transporter analog output

know but the difference was on a different level. I would expect similar outcome with other brands. Food for thought. Kiep, What was the difference between the SimAudio P8 and the Brysston BP26 with the Transporter? Thanks, Bill -- mr_bill

[SlimDevices: Audiophiles] Re: SB3 volume control with 20-bit external DAC

or volume? Thanks and I think I finally understand, Bill -- mr_bill mr_bill's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=6737 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=30916

[SlimDevices: Audiophiles] Re: SB3 volume control with 20-bit external DAC

maximum listening level with the volume bar only half way up. This is what might happen if you connected transporter directly to an amp. That's when you need to change the jumpers. Thanks Sean, That's a simple way of setting and understanding! Bill -- mr_bill

[SlimDevices: Audiophiles] Re: SB3 volume control with 20-bit external DAC

in the Transporter and the volume range of 0-100 to properly match source to amp. That would be very helpful. If you have an SB3 and Benchmark Dac1, you can use the Benchmark's internal jumpers to match the source to amp also (I think!!) Thanks, Bill -- mr_bill

[SlimDevices: Audiophiles] Re: Transporter volume control

Only off the rca outputs though - not the xlr's. -- mr_bill mr_bill's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=6737 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=30365

[SlimDevices: Audiophiles] New Transporter for sale-silver

I have a new sealed silver transporter for sale. $1550 including shipping. Please email me if interested. Thanks, Bill -- mr_bill mr_bill's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=6737 View this thread

[SlimDevices: Audiophiles] Re: Why does it sound better?

slightly more relaxed sound then the ultra precision of the clocked combo sound. Do you run balanced out of the Transporter into your ice amps or single ended? If SE do you use the jumpers inthe Transporter? Thanks, Bill -- mr_bill

[SlimDevices: Audiophiles] Re: Transporter: Confused about volume control

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[SlimDevices: Audiophiles] Re: Transporter: Confused about volume control

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[SlimDevices: Audiophiles] Re: Transporter balance outputs; some questions

have been referring to something else. Thanks, bill -- mr_bill mr_bill's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=6737 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=28111

[SlimDevices: Audiophiles] Re: A photo of your Squeezebox setup (please)

: Should there be a new forum for photos? - yes - no - maybe Nice system Phil!! I especially lik the finish on the speakers. -- mr_bill mr_bill's

[SlimDevices: Audiophiles] Ripping service and formats

Hi, I'm thinking of having Slim rip my CD collection and I use Itunes to manage all my music. I have a reference two channel system and want absolute transparency. Is the format AAC going to give this to me or should I be looking at something else? Thanks, Bill -- mr_bill

[SlimDevices: Audiophiles] Re: Ripping service and formats

Does ALAC stand for apple lossless audio codec? That's how I am ripping in to ITunes now. What about WMA? I don't imagine that I can use Flac with Itunes - I don't really know how I would manage two different format systems - Itunes and Flac. Thanks, Bill -- mr_bill

[SlimDevices: Audiophiles] Re: A photo of your Squeezebox setup (please)

: Should there be a new forum for photos? - yes - no - maybe Sleestack, How much was the power suppply for the SB3 you have and did you get it from mauimods? Thanks, Bill -- mr_bill