03-Aug-2016, 16:49
(03-Aug-2016, 14:47)neXus 6 Wrote: This thread is indicative of a potential problem in DV's approach. A change to the OS (for want of a better term) should have no material impact on the sound structure. The upgrade might be useful for
- fixing bugs
- widening the scope of compatible devices
- dealing with a change in technology (e.g. USB2 to 3)
- some improvement in operating function whether that is messing about with the display, controller or even some operating efficiency (bypassing weak component, heat management, whatever) = change in quantity (not quality) of output
The whole purpose of the configurator is to take your base station (OS) and apply/tweak the functionality you need. This is like setting up a drilling rig on rock and then attaching all your tools for microscopic accuracy then someone, overnight, moving the rig to marshland. Some of us will get (or perceive) an improvement and others the reverse. However, we will have all lost our "control" reference and the only way (as pointed out) of knowing IF this is really an improvement is to switch back and forth between 9 and 10 (or 8 for those who prefer that over 9). It's nonsense not least because it's impractical.
The mere fact that there is any division at all on whether this step is a sound quality improvement means it's a fail IMHO.
Considering the Devialet is highly dependent on DSPing with it's volume control, SAM, cross overs etc etc. This is all software based it's not out of realm that an updated firmware with bug fixes will have an affect on sound quality.
But in reality, no one know what they change on each release. I do know that every time they release a firmware, owners on this forum are always all over they map on what they believe they hear.
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