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[fLUX]

The LSX P1 Desk Pad (below) might be a good addition. I tried mine on the IsoAcoustics ISO-155 that I already have, but opted for the P1 stands instead.

These look really nice, but was looking at ISO Acoustics since i need to raise the height as well. These wont help in the same.

 

[ssf]

In my quest for a good entry level two channel audio setup at reasonable prices, added a DAC to the list.

iFi Audio - Zen DAC. It's a USB input only Headphone DAC and Pre Amp or can be used as a standalone DAC.

Zen can handle PCM files up to 384kHz and up to DSD256. It can also Render MQA too which is a plus for me as my main streamer is Tidal. Whether my Crown is able to fully utilize it is a different question.

Has 3 firmware that can be installed, each with a slightly different sound. I am currently on the latest version 5.3c. At fixed output (2.1 Vrms) sounds pretty good.

 

[Nitin K]

Congratulations. Pls do let us know later, the difference in sound between your earlier Marantz 7010 and this Dac.

 

[avtar2008]

I'd say you're pretty much there - a wired mouse.

Are wired mouse an old-fashioned thing already?

 

[ssf]

Pls do let us know later, the difference in sound between your earlier Marantz 7010 and this Dac.

Specs wise Marantz has a better DAC than the Zen. It's been a few months since Marantz has gone out of my system. I went to Topping and then to Tube and then to DAC. So, unless I do a side by side, I can't recall the sound or differences. Sorry about that.

 

[sathtom]

My First HiFi Stereo Setup:
1. ELAC Navis ARB-51 - Active Speaker
2. Topping E30 - DAC
3. Mogami 2549 RCA Cable
4. Custom USB Cable - bought used one from @magma

Please find my Review on ELAC Navis Speaker below,

Review of Active Speaker "Elac Navis ARB-51"

About Myself: I will start from telling a liitle bit about myself. I am a music lover from childhood. I am not sure whether I am entitled to be called as an audiophile but definitely an aspiring Audiophile. Since my childhood I always enjoyed listening to Music. As Time passes by, I craved for...

www.hifivision.com

Regards,
Sathish Chandran.

 

[Kannan]

@sathtom upgrade to a DAC with true balanced outputs for better resolution and details

 

[GeorgeB]

Nice Setup Satish, Congrats!

 

[sathtom]

@sathtom upgrade to a DAC with true balanced outputs for better resolution and details

You are absolutely right bro.. Pairing a $2300 Speaker with $130 DAC will look Idiotic but Topping E30 is just a temporary DAC, I am planning to buy used ELAC Alchemy DDP-2 in USA and hand carry it via my Friend when he plans to come India. Alchemy DDP-2 is an Analog-Preamp/DAC/Streamer combo which will complete my stereo chain.

 

[Ehat]

 

[captainsubtext]

These look really nice, but was looking at ISO Acoustics since i need to raise the height as well. These wont help in the same.

I had the P1 desk pads, they work by angling the drivers upwards - pretty elegant solution. The iso-acoustic stands work better with more adjustments allowed. Make sure you play around with the DSP to dial the kefs in for a desktop setup.

 

[fLUX]

I had the P1 desk pads, they work by angling the drivers upwards - pretty elegant solution. The iso-acoustic stands work better with more adjustments allowed. Make sure you play around with the DSP to dial the kefs in for a desktop setup.

Yup i missed your sale with the pads included , the iso-acoustic stand are really good but visually they are ok. Yet to play around much witht the DSP , but still sounds pretty decent for casual listening.

 

[Sean de Silva]

pls excuse the poor mobile pic quality. After being convinced by Mr. Murthy I took the unequivocal plunge to redesign the hifi unit.
The earlier behemoth which stifled my speakers..


The new customised enclosed rack.


Wired up both amplifiers with Mr. Murthy's power cables. To say that I'm pleased as punch with the instantaneous sonic difference would be an understatement! The speakers can literally breathe freely now. I'm beginning to seriously appreciate that very resolving smooth sweet sound!

 

[Nitin K]

pls excuse the poor mobile pic quality. After being convinced by Mr. Murthy I took the unequivocal plunge to redesign the hifi unit.
The earlier behemoth which stifled my speakers..
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The new customised enclosed rack.
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Wired up both amplifiers with Mr. Murthy's power cables. To say that I'm pleased as punch with the instantaneous sonic difference would be an understatement! The speakers can literally breathe freely now. I'm beginning to seriously appreciate that very resolving smooth sweet sound!

A very nice transformation Sean. Would be great if there are big openings at the back of the rack for airflow.

 

[drkrack]

My Setup Winter / Granite Edition...
Otherwise Rest of the Room looks like a Workshop but in this angle & lighting it appears Serene and Aesthetically pleasing

 

[Aniket N R]

This is my 5.1 setup. I had explored many options for HT literally went to all knows shows selling highend gear in mumbai and finally ended up with Elac Debute Series with Yamaha this combination just sounded right to my ears. Decided to stick with a 5.1 setup, as 7.1 or a 7.2 was going way beyond my budget. Then the hunt began for getting the best price which led to more exploratin online and offline.

This my first step into HIFI audio. System was put together in 2017.

My Setup
ELAC Debute F5- Front Floor Standers speakers - Bought from Zee Electronics Vile Parle- Mumbai
ELAC Debute C5 - Center channel speaker - Bought from Zee Electronics Vile Parle- Mumbai
Wharfedale WH-DFS - Rear surround speakers - Bought from HiFIMart.com - Mumbai
Velodyne Impact 12 MKII - Powered subwoofer - Bought from HTstore.in- Bangalore
YAMAHA RXV-483 - Audio Video Receiver - Bought from Alfa (Irla) - Mumbai - The price difference was almost 7-10k vs all other store and came with warranty.
LG 55 4K UHD - TV LG55UJ632T - Bought from Croma store - Mumbai - There was a super offer where i got BoseQC35 free with it which was worth almost 30K back then.

I am using TV as main media source as it is able to send DD+ and DTS passthrough. But now feeling the itch to upgrade to NVDIA Sheild TV PRO to get that audio upgrade. Awaiting cousings to come back from US .

Best part is my family too enjoys it as much as i do as it is super easy to use with just one remote thanks to ARC!.



Cheers!!

 

[Yogesh]

This is my 5.1 setup. I had explored many options for HT literally went to all knows shows selling highend gear in mumbai and finally ended up with Elac Debute Series with Yamaha this combination just sounded right to my ears. Decided to stick with a 5.1 setup, as 7.1 or a 7.2 was going way beyond my budget. Then the hunt began for getting the best price which led to more exploratin online and offline.

This my first step into HIFI audio. System was put together in 2017.

My Setup
ELAC Debute F5- Front Floor Standers speakers - Bought from Zee Electronics Vile Parle- Mumbai
ELAC Debute C5 - Center channel speaker - Bought from Zee Electronics Vile Parle- Mumbai
Wharfedale WH-DFS - Rear surround speakers - Bought from HiFIMart.com - Mumbai
Velodyne Impact 12 MKII - Powered subwoofer - Bought from HTstore.in- Bangalore
YAMAHA RXV-483 - Audio Video Receiver - Bought from Alfa (Irla) - Mumbai - The price difference was almost 7-10k vs all other store and came with warranty.
LG 55 4K UHD - TV LG55UJ632T - Bought from Croma store - Mumbai - There was a super offer where i got BoseQC35 free with it which was worth almost 30K back then.

I am using TV as main media source as it is able to send DD+ and DTS passthrough. But now feeling the itch to upgrade to NVDIA Sheild TV PRO to get that audio upgrade. Awaiting cousings to come back from US .

Best part is my family too enjoys it as much as i do as it is super easy to use with just one remote thanks to ARC!.



Cheers!!

Great Setup. Ease of use & happiness of family is great bonus!

Could you share cost breakup if you don't mind? Also a video of setup in action would be great!

 

[forever.pramod]

Here's my basic Home Theater (5.1) and Audio (2.0) Setup :

Setup Details :
Front Speakers : Dali Zensor 7 & Dali Zensor 3
Surround Speakers : Dali Zensor 1
Centre Speaker : Dali Zensor Vocal
Subwoofer : Velodyne Impact 10
AVR : Denon X2000
Stereo Amplifier : Marantz PM8005
Sources : Popcorn hour A-410 Media Player and TataSky HD
DAC : Modi Multibit
Display : Sony X90F| LED | 4K Ultra HD
Other Components : AC Infinity Cooling Fans, Chord Clearway Cables, Nakamichi Banana Plugs, Mount-It! Speaker Wall Mounts

 

[Aniket N R]

Great Setup. Ease of use & happiness of family is great bonus!

Could you share cost breakup if you don't mind? Also a video of setup in action would be great!

Sure

ELAC Debute F5- 55,000/- Bought from Zee Electronics Vile Parle- Mumbai
ELAC Debute C5 - 22,000/- Bought from Zee Electronics Vile Parle- Mumbai
Wharfedale WH-DFS - 16,150/- Bought from HiFIMart.com - Mumbai
Velodyne Impact 12 MKII - 34900/- HTstore.in- Bangalore
YAMAHA RXV-483 - 35900/- Alfa (Irla) - Mumbai
LG 55 4K UHD - TV LG55UJ632T - 1,05,000/- Croma Mumbai.

Total Damage - 2,68,000/-

Will upload a demo soon. My daughter does not let me play anything till she sleeps so all late night movies are at low volume.

 

[neelay2709]

Sure

ELAC Debute F5- 55,000/- Bought from Zee Electronics Vile Parle- Mumbai
ELAC Debute C5 - 22,000/- Bought from Zee Electronics Vile Parle- Mumbai
Wharfedale WH-DFS - 16,150/- Bought from HiFIMart.com - Mumbai
Velodyne Impact 12 MKII - 34900/- HTstore.in- Bangalore
YAMAHA RXV-483 - 35900/- Alfa (Irla) - Mumbai
LG 55 4K UHD - TV LG55UJ632T - 1,05,000/- Croma Mumbai.

Total Damage - 2,68,000/-

Will upload a demo soon. My daughter does not let me play anything till she sleeps so all late night movies are at low volume.

Hi Aniket,

I stay in Khar and would like to see your setup.
Do let me know if thats ok.