I have over 50 devices connected to my 1.5 Gbps fibre optic network.
Everything not mobile is hardwired, if possible, for better whole home internet performance.
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There are pros and cons to both Ethernet and WiFi for high-quality audio streaming. Many audiophiles believe Ethernet provides better sound quality[1][2][3][4] as it can reduce electrical noise and interference that can degrade the audio signal. However, a well-designed WiFi implementation can also deliver excellent sound quality if the WiFi module is properly integrated and the signal is strong and stable[1].
The key factors are minimizing electrical noise and ensuring a consistent, high-bandwidth connection. Ethernet may have an advantage in reducing noise pickup, but WiFi can work well if the hardware and network are optimized for audio[1]. Ultimately, the performance difference between the two may be subtle and system-dependent[1][2][3][4]. The most important thing is to test both options and go with whichever provides the best sound quality in your specific setup[1].
The Vega S1 will have a fully analogue volume control (like the previous Vega).
This allows you to choose which one to use without loss of SQ - I do this with the Atom HE and the Nait 50.
Looks like this new Vega allows for its preamp to be switched off so only the Nait preamp could be used.
Ok, yes I use the digital volume control on the DAVE, because of the architecture of that custom converter, no loss in quality what so ever with high attenuation, and one gets perfect channel tracking accuracy.
It depends very much on the implementation. If the digital volume work by decimating the digital stream into the converter then yes switch off for best SQ. There are other digital solutions these days that use custom converters and DSP where attenuation has no impact on audio quality, ie the volume control is effectively digitally lossless by noise shaping or other methods.
I used to have my Cyrus FMX tunerā¦ it was half width size and performed really really wellā¦ used that with my Naim amps until I got a Naim tunerā¦ I found the Cyrus more insightful and excelled on Radio3, but the Naim NAT03 cuddlier to listen to on more stationsā¦ I kept the NAT. ā¦ I seemed to remember getting a better than expected price for the Cyrus tunerā¦ if I am honest now with my Nait50 I kind of wish I had kept it.
Iāve just heard from Naim that they are now down to their last remaining stock, so for anyone who has been hankering for a NAIT 50, best get your skates on and get in touch with your Naim dealer.
Not surprised that it didnāt sell out immediately as itās immediate appeal was to those like myself who are on more than their first piece of Naim amplification
