beginner audiophile | hifi | gear reviews | stereo | hi-end audio

beginner audiophile | hifi | gear reviews | stereo | hi-end audio


6: Resolution Demystified, Oppo Sonica DAC/Streamer Review, What is The WAF?

April 11, 2017

On today’s Beginner Audiophile, we start by explaining the WAF, audio file resolution, and Michael gives an aptX update.  Then we jump into the review of the OPPO Sonica DAC and what made a huge difference while we tested it. Finally, we dig into your questions.
Gear Guide, Topics & Highlights:

* 04:26 – KEF LS50 Wireless Speakers
* 05:34 – What is WAF? Why women hear better than men. Why dogs and cats are the best. Time and phase sensitivity
* 10:00 – Wireless subwoofers
* 11:30 – MQA, Redbook CD, resolution demystified, digital vs. analog audio, sample rate
* 19:50 – How YOU can get a pair of awesome earbuds!
* 20:20 – Bluetooth aptX Technology
* 21:50 – Kenwood P-WD250MRW 10-Inch Marine Subwoofer and Amplifier
* 23:27 – OPPO Sonica DAC/Streamer review
* 25:40 – Breaking in the OPPO Sonica
* 27:00 – Different connections with the OPPO Sonica
* Listener questions:

* 35:30 – Receivers, testing, watts and amps
* 38:40 – Help with home theater, Marantz SR5011 Receiver
* 45:40 – Subwoofer choices, HSU Research VTF-15H MK2 Subwoofer
* 49:30 – Speaker cables, Analysis Plus Oval 9 Speaker Cable
* 55:00 – DIY speaker cables, Parts Express – #1 Source for Audio, Video & Speaker Building Components

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