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RE: Ares II

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Mick Wolfe

In Reply to: RE: Ares II posted by psgary on May 14, 2024 at 12:35:33

You're welcome. When cutting corners, I could see eliminating a few items, but don't overlook the Sparkos op amps unless they're already included in your estimate. An upgraded outboard power supply should also be on your wish list. These two items will definitely give you an uptick in performance.

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Sparkos - psgary 12:48:02 05/15/24 (6)
The Sparkos are a requirement and part of the price. Since balanced isn't needed, that saves almost $200.

The website says that if a linear power supply is used, the warranty is void. Is there an outboard supply that won't void the warranty?
- ??? - E-Stat 07:39:26 05/17/24 (0)
  The website says that if a linear power supply is used, the warranty is void.
  
  The manual does, however, state a generalized caution about potential damage from not providing proper voltage given the common connector used.
- RE: Sparkos - Mick Wolfe 18:22:46 05/15/24 (4)
  I just use the $70 iFi wall wart.(Amazon) I've used a pricier Swagman LPS in the past, but haven't used it in awhile. However, your best bet is call Sherri at Geshelli. At one time she had a list of power supplies they recommended. I don't remember LPS's being off limits, but maybe something has changed.
  - RE: Sparkos - Bikefi10 19:26:34 05/15/24 (3)
    A great resource is a thread by jjss49
    on Agon. He has had and used DACS across a broad price range.
    
    Title of thread is
    
    Dacs that I have had in my system - a listing
    
    on the Digital forum. Sorry not sure how to add a link.
    - RE: Sparkos - Mick Wolfe 08:27:29 05/16/24 (2)
      Yes, it's a good read. If nothing else you have to admire the guy for responding to virtually everyone who asked a follow up question. No worries, easily found with Google search typing in "jjss49 DAC's I've used across a broad price range."
      - RE: Sparkos - Bikefi10 09:10:14 05/16/24 (1)
        
        In Reply to: RE: Sparkos posted by Mick Wolfe on May 16, 2024 at 08:27:29
        
        Yes, jjss49 has always been very good sharing his vast audiophile knowledge.
        Guess Im old school. Didnt know Moniker names could be web searched. Ive always had trouble trying to refind topics on forums, lol.
        Thanks for the tip.
        
        RE: Sparkos - Mick Wolfe 13:50:21 05/16/24 (0)
        
        In Reply to: RE: Sparkos posted by Bikefi10 on May 16, 2024 at 09:10:14
        
        You're welcome. Yes, type in the subject matter along with jjss49 as I've noted.

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