Price dropped.

For sale is my Taiko Extreme server, which I have written about extensively here and on AS and WBF. I am upgrading to the upcoming Taiko Olympus XDMI Server. Details of my Extreme Server are as follows: 8TB SSD internal storage for music Taiko USB card Taiko Ethernet NIC card Excellent...

Hopefully folks here are also monitoring the AS PGGB thread, and caught ZB’s announcement of v6.1.42 that is 2-3x faster than 6.0.43? Here is the link: https://audiophilestyle.com/forums/topic/62699-a-toast-to-pggb-a-heady-brew-of-math-and-magic/?do=findComment&comment=1278091 Please also be...

Really bummed, I will have to miss the first CanJam in Texas. Ended up getting the flu last week, and I'm not fully recovered. Just cancelled my HE-1 audition slot (Sat 5:15) if someone wants to grab it. Have fun!

@Sennheiser you forgot: Monday - HE-1 You're welcome! 😂

It very much depends on the typical track duration of your music. ZB has a very helpful writeup and tables at this link: https://www.remastero.com/guide-256.html#SystemMoreMemory Bottom line: 32GB is just fine if most of your music is shorter duration tracks. However, once you decide to...

I recommend Jordi Savall’s Beethoven cycle. http://open.qobuz.com/album/vfgt2ve9hh4db http://open.qobuz.com/album/ezar6p1kkjdla These are historically informed, fresh, dynamic, and thoroughly enjoyable! And the sound quality of the Alia Vox recording is excellent.

My review of the T+A Solitaire P. https://audiophilestyle.com/ca/reviews/ta-solitaire-p-headphones-review-r1207/

I love London CanJams because you can also go see a BBC Proms concert (or 3!) in the evenings. https://www.royalalberthall.com/tickets/proms/bbc-proms-2023/ Mahler 3rd on the 19th sounds tempting!

My thoughts on the angled Alcantara earpads: https://audiophilestyle.com/ca/reviews/mini-review-meze-elite-angled-alcantara-ear-pads-r1205/

Quick question, @AxelCloris Since "net to me" verbiage is not allowed, how does one account for the additional fees the seller pays for international PayPal transfers? I know the easy answer is to restrict sales to the US only, but it would be nice to accommodate international buyers in a way...

Excellent buyer. Fast payment and a pleasure to deal with.

Yes, but purely for financial reasons!

In case anyone's interested, I have listed a Mjölnir-Audio Carbon CC in the classifieds.

In case anyone's interested, I have listed a Mjölnir-Audio Carbon CC in the classifieds.

Yes, it is. I asked Birgir to confirm, and his answer was: Yes, the switch is inside the amp, mounted to the back panel. Just slide it to 230V and it is all done. I added a closeup in the listing images to show this.

Added an internal photo to the listing.

@rthomas I’ll look into it. It’s mostly freeing up some time for it. I will point out that the unit is barely 6 months old, which Birgir can confirm. He’s aware I am selling it.

Selling my like-new Mjölnir Audio Carbon CC amp. It was purchased brand new from Birgir in September 2022, so has only seen a few 100s hours of use. I was planning to go all in on electrostatic headphones with the Carbon CC and the SR-X9000. However, I've now decided to simplify and consolidate...

Just an FYI for you guys. My review of the BHSE and Carbon CC: https://audiophilestyle.com/ca/reviews/electrostatic-headphone-amplifiers-review-mj%C3%B6lnir-audio-carbon-cc-and-headamp-blue-hawaii-special-edition-r1180/

Reach out to ZB, the developer, for support. Contact: zb.pggb@gmail.com

Was 16FS a typo, and you meant 8FS? Because, as you noted, the maximum input rate for a Bartok is 352.8/384 kHz, i.e. 8FS.

For sure, give it a whirl. I think you'll be pleased. I was on the verge of ordering a hefty server, with a hefty price tag, when ZB suggested we could solve it in software. Now, my 128GB W10 desktop can tackle even my torture tracks, like 30+ min DSD and DXD files.

Thanks for whoever recommended Le Shrimp Ramen! To return the favor: highly recommend Christakis in Tustin. Get the rack of lamb!

Recommendations for foodie lunch and dinner spots in the area?