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[GuillaumeB]

I would say that the difference between running A+ on a Mac and the Antipodes is greater than the difference was between my TACT and the Devialet. It's enormous in every way. Much greater dynamics and perception of micro-dynamics. For example I was just listening to Goon Gumpas by Aphex Twin and there's a subtle but beautiful swell in the strings I'd never heard before. And loads and loads more detail. All instruments can be made out, and many I hadn't heard before.  It's a bit like moving from a syrupy older tube amp to a Pass or something like that. The sounds is dethickened but not thinned if that makes sense. Finally everything sounds much more natural, in particular voices. I'm completely gobsmacked. I find it bizarre that a streamer could make so much difference. It's obviously a testament to the Devialet as well (and to my wonderful speakers) that all of this can be heard so clearly. Craziness. Wouldn't believe it if I hadn't heard it myself.

Hi AaronG, thanks for sharing this. 

Could you clarify which Antipodes Model you are using?

Also can you clarify exactly what Mac setup you were using... You mentioned Audirvana Plus, was this used with AIR? If so what was the network configuration, cables used etc

In fact it would be great if you created a new thread in "My Systems" with pictures etc as I'm sure many on here would be very interested in learning more about your experiences. 

Cheers

Guillaume