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Review Setup GIESELER Groß DAC with usb only input option (standard has s/pdif & usb inputs). Groß connected to Sotm SMS-200 with Audioquest Carbon usb cable. Used XLR outputs to SGR CX3B (Mk 1) powered speakers. Bass optimised with dual subs (SVS SB13U, SB-2000). SMS-200 bridged to Synology DS414 NAS to access music. Used MPD server on SMS-200 and MPDroid on phone for playback. Update 17 Feb 18: Upgraded equipment with Uptone ISO Regen, Behringer DCX2496 with Behringer Mods. Swapped positions of subs with SB13U doing more and further bass optimisation using Multi Sub Optimisation. Update 17 May 18: Upgraded SMS-200 to Ultra version which brought a lot more nuance the music. External Appearance & Remote The unit has a smart looking front, with a power button and 4 line display. Update 17 Oct: new firmware removed Channel, now 3 line display The rear panel has a usb input, XLR and RCA outputs and a 9V AC input from an external transformer to feed low noise internal PSU's. Update 17 Oct: Note that Groß has output transformers which allows it to be directly connected to power amps or powered speakers. Smaller and much lighter than previous Audiolab 8200CDQ (DAC plus pre-pro, CD player, headphone amp). 8200CDQ displayed both the bit depth and sample rate but Groß only the sample rate. Groß display could do with brightness adjustment because it was too bright at night. The remote was slim and easy to use. Red power button cycled through home menu, screen off, large volume and filter display. Channel Up/Down cycled through filters, Volume Up/Down, plus mute button. Volume control was digital with a bypass available for a pre-pro. In my case, requested that bypass be disabled to prevent an accidental overload on the amps in the CX3Bs. Setting up on the SMS-200 was straight forward. After plugging the usb cable into Groß, the SMS-200 picked up the DAC. Then, manually changed DAC setting from non-DSD to DoP in Eunhasu MPD setup. Update 17 Feb 18: using DSD instead of DoP. DAC Comparison As expected, Groß out-performed 4 years old 8200CDQ (which was highly acclaimed then). The difference was marked when switching back to the 8200CDQ after a few hours on the Groß, with less detail, transparency and naturalness among many things lacking. Looking forward to reviews of others comparing Groß with more recent DACs. Update 17 May 18: The Groß comfortably beat the 2Qute with better detail, sound stage, clarity in my setup. Listening Experience Most of my music consisted of ripped 16/44.1 flac, with some purchased 24/96 flac and also have ripped DSD64. Groß is my first unit able to play native DSD; previously DSD converted to PCM during playback. Long time favourite, Parce Mihi Domine (Jan Garbarek & Hillard Ensemble, Officium, 16/44.1 flac) had never sounded so good. Jan Garbarek’s saxophone was more natural and transparent and there was clarity in the position of the saxophone relative to the Hillard Ensemble. In numerous 16/44.1 flac, Groß managed to bring out the details and improved the imaging, depth, sound stage. Vocals, particularly female (e.g. KD Lang, Hallelujah, Hymns of the 49th Parallel) had a presence. Even relatively poor classical recordings sounded cleaner. Groß does 16/44.1 flac very well. With higher resolution music, the piano in Gjeilo’s North Country II, Stone Rose, 24/96 flac was natural and as close as I have heard to a real one. When the flugelhorn comes in, imaging was good and realistic. Diana Krall’s My Love Is, from Love Scenes, 24/96 flac, had deep tight bass bass, tighter than I knew, with an excellent voice. Groß managed to improve the bass a bit more in an already optimised dual sub setup. Groß’s DSD capability is outstanding. Eagles’s Hotel California from the same named album was a revelation in native DSD64. Detailed, transparent, nice sound stage. Much better than 16/44.1 and beat 24/96 version. Similarly, Arnesen’s Magnificat 4: Et Misericordia from Magnificat album (DSD64) on 2L label was very good. However, in an unfair comparison, it could not (& not expected to) match the atmosphere and presence of 5.1 PCM with the piano and organ behind the conductor. DSDs came across superbly on the Groß. Could have written a lot more about how good the listening experience was but above was a fair representation. Update 17 Oct: The listening experience improved after 30 to 40 hours of use. Not sure whether this was because I was getting more used to the Groß’s presentation? Female vocals continued to capture my attention with their presence. And still amazed by the details in PCM material. DSDs remain outstanding, problem now is opening wallet to get more DSD material. Update 17 Feb 18: Details, sound stage improved with the upgrades (ISO Regen, Behringer Mods and Amanero firmware). Am surprised how much the Amanero firmware contributed to audio quality. DSD made my wallet lighter but brought more smiles. North Country II in DSD has now replaced the 24/96 PCM version as my favourite piece, with the piano better. Filters The Groß with the AKM AK4497EQ DAC chip came with 6 filters: Super slow roll-off: no echo reproduces natural sound Short delay, slow roll-off: minimal echo reproduces original sound Slow roll-off: minimal echo reproduces original sound Short delay, sharp roll-off: post echo enhances bass sound Sharp roll-off: pre & post echoes make powerful sound. Low dispersion short delay: sound quality optimised Selecting the filter was via the remote and could be changed on the fly for PCM. Filters do not apply to DSD. There were supposed to be subtle differences between filters, but was beyond my old ears to resolve consistently. Update 17 Feb 18: finally found differences! Used short delay, slow roll-off, previously low dispersion short delay, to reduce the echo. Found the short delay, sharp roll-off and sharp roll-off filters had too much echo. Firmware Owning the first USB unit is wonderful and exciting but came with imperfect beta firmware. The firmware was derived from the Gieseler Konverter (same AK4497EQ DAC chip plus pre-pro) and still displayed channel in first line. Also, there were pops when skipping DSD tracks, and occasional pops elsewhere. Will get update once these niggles have been resolved. Update 17 Oct: Firmware has now been updated which removed channel in display, eliminated the annoying pops/clicks. It turned out that the Konverter firmware had the same problem. Both sets of firmware now been overhauled and improved. Update 17 Feb 18: Used Amanero2003_71A firmware optimised for Linux players (SMS-200) . Note that this is different to the Groß firmware referred above. Skip Groß If You … Like the unboxing experience and want to make a YouTube video of it. GIESELER Audio has spent R&D dollars on how it sounds and none on the packaging (but unit was well packed with 3 layers of bubble wrap). Bonus was no one was tempted during shipment! Update 17 Oct: Clay has sourced a double box for shipping Desire international brands with big reputations, leading edge look & feel and extensive reviews. GIESELER Audio have well regarded niche products here on SNA. It may yet gain a wider acceptance as a result of Groß! Conclusion Proud and delighted to own an Australian designed and manufactured DAC which delivered superb audio. In summary, WOW! Update 17 Oct: a theme coming through from the early owners is that the Groß DAC is addictive and we want to listen to it even more. Update 17 Feb 18: With the upgrades, enjoying the Groß DAC more than ever. p/s Clay Gieseler @Gieseler Audio is a fantastic person to deal with and service is second to none.

Item:M18PSU – Gieseler Kraftwerk 12V 4A PSU Price Range: negotiable Item Condition: Used Extra Info: Hi, looking for a M18PSU – Gieseler Kraftwerk 12V 4A PSU. thanks

Item: Gieseler - Groß DAC, 3 input model, plus M18PSU - Kraftwerk 12v 4A power supply (and original power supply) Location: Brisbane - Inner North Price: $1550 reducing to $1,400 Item Condition: Excellent. Includes remote which was only used to program a universal remote. DAC purchased in 2018 and Kraftwerk earlier this year. Reason for selling: NLR Payment Method: Pickup - Cash, Paypal, COD Only Extra Info: Well regarded DAC that outperforms for its price range. Well supported on stereo.net.au, with plenty of reviews to be found. This model used to sell for approx $2300 new and the Kraftwerk power supply upgrade is an extra $295. The Kraftwerk upgrade produced a substantial improvement in sound quality in my system, particularly in the soundstage. The improvement from the upgrade is also well reviewed. This DAC was outstanding value at the new price not to mention the asking price here. The unit has the latest firmware upgrade (2006be10). Photos: Advertisements without photos of the actual item will not be approved.

Item: Gieseler DAC Klein (or similar quality) Price Range: Negotiable Item Condition: New or Used Extra Info: Looking for an excellent DAC. Read good things about Gieseler hence that’s one on the radar, or offer me similar excellent DACs. i am based in Sydney or willing to pay postage. Please don't forget to report your post as FOUND when possible. (You can now delete this text).

Item: chord 2Qute with Gieseler power supply Location: Thirroul Price: $900 final price drop Item Condition: fantastic Reason for selling: investing in vinyl Payment Method: Pickup - Cash, Paypal, COD Only Extra Info: awesome dac that is really lifted by the power supply.....well, to my ears anyway! Have reduced the price to $900 for both. Pick up Thirroul or Sydney CBD. Might be able to meet up Syd metro. happy to post at buyers expense. Photos: Advertisements without photos of the actual item will not be approved.

Been going through the Gieseler DAC threads to dig up owners’ reviews & impressions over the past 2 few years. Together, they provided an impressive picture of how well Clay has made his DACs and has lead me to consider purchase the upcoming Groß DAC with balanced outputs. Fein II Reviews & Impressions helland 28 Mar 19 RussB 14 Apr 19 compared with Gross Dac with gold tuned PSU Snoopy8 14 Apr 19 compared with Gross Dac with gold tuned PSU Galatic Soap 30 Jul 19 compared with Chord Hugo TT2 + BluMk2 Max Headroom 30 Jul 19 compared with Chord Hugo TT2 + MScaler andrewyuri 2 Aug 19 compared with Chord 2Qute Steve M 8 Aug 19 compared with Holo Audio Spring Level 3, MF Trivista 21, NuForce Reference, Topping D10 Suopermanni 12 Sep 19 compared with Topping D70 Pete Gardner 16 Jan 2020 compared with Klein III Klein III Reviews & Impressions pnes_nv 20 Oct 18 compared with Arcam irDac II pete_mac 10 Nov 18 compared with Klein DrSK 11 Dec 18 compared with Oppo 205 Snrub 8 Mar 19 compared with Audiolab M-Dac lenticularis 4 Sep 19 compared with Modi 3 pete_mac 24 Sep 19 compared with Audio-GD PCM1704UK bjs 30 Oct 19 compared with Musical Fidelity M1 Dac, 14 Nov 19 compared with Chord Mojo krappo 26 Feb 20 Groß (Gross) Reviews & Impressions illbarto 18 Sep 17 compared with Klein II Snoopy8 5 Oct 17 compared with Audiolab 8200CDQ, 13 May 18 compared with Chord 2Qute, PS Audio Direct Stream jnr BAM 6 Oct 17 compared with PSAudio Directstream bhobba 28 Nov 17, 22 Jan 18 compared with PSAudio Directstream Ancientflatulence 15 Dec 17 Suopermanni 23 Dec 17 compared with Gungnir Multibit Bill125812 18 Jan 18 compared with PS Audio Nu Wave scumbag 18 Jan 18 compared with PS Audio Direct Stream jnr RussB 23 Feb 18, 8 Apr 18 compared with Klein, Chord Qutest Mattw 4 Mar 18 6 Mar 18 14 Mar 18 compared with Starting Point Systems DAC3 Mike13 6 Mar 13 compared with Chord 2Qute, 13 May 18 compared with 2Qute, PS Audio Direct Stream jnr Francisco 8 Mar 18 Stereophilus 11 Mar 18 compared with Mola Mola Makua, PSAudio Directstream, Chord DAVE Assisi 11 Mar 18 compared with Mola Mola Makua Rosco8 24 Mar 18 compared with Cayin (Valve/SS), ARCAM-II DAC II Bunno77 26 Mar 18 compared with Geek Pulse S Infinity Rawl99 2 Apr 18 compared with Killer rmpfyf 2 Apr 18 compared with Killer Conch 16 Apr 18 compared with Klein II, Chord 2qute, Accuphase Dac50 Max Headroom 10 May 18, 13 May 2018 compared with Chord 2Qute, PS Audio Direct Stream jnr buddyev 31 Oct 18 compared with Topping D50 lemarguis 10 Jul 19 compared with Klein II Pkay 23 Jul 19 compared with Chord Qutest + Mscaler Konverter Reviews & Impressions (Has pre-amp as well) ~Spyne~ 29 Apr 17 Woadl 13 Jun 17 compared with Auralic Vega Klein II Reviews & Impressions Andrewyuri 1 May 16 compared with Klein Jonny 31 Jul 16 compared with Antelope Gold Klein Reviews & Impressions GPK 17 Jun 15 Bill125812 28 Jun 15 compared with NAD M51 naggots 29 Jun 15 rambada 7 Aug 15 matt200sr 10 Aug 15 naggots 21 Sep 15 on SE version scumbag 16 Oct 15 compared with MyDac joz 29 Oct 15 pete_mac 5 Nov 15 compared with audio-gd DAC16DSP pop9745 25 Nov 15 compared with Chord Hugo, Resonessence Labs Concero HD, and Ifi betocool 1 Dec 15 woadl 1 Dec 15 andrewyuri 13 Apr 16 compared with Arcam irDac, Nad M51 Jventer 15 May 16 compared with PSAudio Directstream NcA 27 May 16 Tellmidd 16 Jul 16 Powerav 15 Oct 16 Zypr 16 Jan 17 Terry0 11 Mar 18 compared with Oppo 205, Bluesound Node2 Please post if corrections, additions required…

Item 1: Gieseler M18PSU 7.5/9/12/15V 3A Location: Melbourne Inner East Price: $280 (RRP$400) including Aust Post Parcel Post SOLD Item Condition: Excellent Reason for selling: NLR Payment Method: Pickup – cash or Bank Transfer Extra Info: Australian designed and manufactured linear PSU which has deservedly earned a good reputation on SNA as a cost effective way to improve the sound quality of a network streamer, DAC etc... Voltage is user selectable using switch. The PSU is almost 6 months old, unused for the past 2 months, was powering an Uptone ISO Regen Pictures: Item 2: Gieseler M17PSU 9/12/15V 1.5A Location: Melbourne Inner East Price: $240 (RRP $375) including Aust Post parcel post Item Condition: Good Reason for selling: NLR Payment Method: Pickup – cash or Bank Transfer Extra Info: Australian designed and manufactured linear PSU which has deservedly earned a good reputation on SNA as a cost effective way to improve the sound quality of a network streamer, DAC etc... Voltage is user selectable via a PCB jumper setting. The PSU is almost 2 years old, unused for the past 6 months, was powering a SMS-200 Ultra Pictures:

Item: Gieseler Gross DAC and Gieseler Kraftwerk 12V 4A Nichicon Gold Tune PSU Location: Melbourne Inner East Price: $1,700 plus shipping; SNA donation on completion of sale Item Condition: DAC very good, PSU near new Reason for selling: simplifying music chain Payment Method: Pickup with cash, otherwise Bank Transfer Extra Info: As many of you know, the Gross (Groß) DAC is highly regarded. Have a look at the reviews (including mine) and impressions. The Gross was excellent with its own AC power transformer (included), but took a step up with a 12V 4A PSU, the discovery made by Clay Gieseler at the end of last year. The Nichicon Gold tune PSU is the most advanced model which came out a few weeks ago. My review of the PSU: Prefer to sell the DAC and PSU together because they are a good match. RRP for both is $2,550. The DAC is 16 months old and the PSU is near new. Will split if there are individual buyers for the DAC and PSU. ** Note that this is USB input only and a remote is also included. More info here: https://www.gieseler.com.au/product-page/groß-dac https://www.gieseler.com.au/product-page/m18psu-kraftwerk Pictures:

Item: Gieseler Klein DAC II Location: Adelaide Price: $650 $600 plus post as required Item Condition: 9/10 ( 1 adhesive foot replaced - otherwise mint) Reason for selling: NLR Payment Method: Pickup - Cash, Paypal (+3% unless F/F) For sale is version 2 of Gieseler's renowned Klein DAC, which for many of you will need no introduction. It has performed fantastically for PCM, but really shines for DSD (up to 256). I bought it from another SNAer a few months ago, and it remains in the same condition - one of the original sticky rubber feet was missing and has been replaced with a non-matching alternative (this is not visible unless you turn it upside down). I can supply 4 matching feet if you want to remove the originals. Included is the original power supply, manual, invoice and remote. Cut and paste from http://www.gieseler.com.au/ProductsPage/index.html but there's a lot more info in this thread: This is the brand new DSD version of the Klein DAC using AKM’s flagship Verita 32-bit 2ch DAC, the AK4490EQ. It is running in software mode with an on board upgradeable micro & LCD display. Functionality There are three inputs, coaxial, optical & USB. Coaxial & optical will accept 24 bit 192K, USB will accept up to 24 bit 756K PCM & quad speed DSD . (DSD 256) One of the exciting things about this new device is the remote adjustable internal digital filter, featuring five different filter settings. USB input is via an Amanero Combo 384 module in asynchronous mode. There is a multi-stage muting system to eliminate switch on/off & sample rate change noises. Also mixed PCM/DSD playlists will play fully click/pop free. The unit is supplied with a remote control that operates input selection, digital filter settings & DSD volume bypass mode. No software drivers are required for Mac or Linux, but are needed for Windows servers. Design The line output stage is a composite design using a high current class A diamond buffer teamed up with a superb Analogue Devices precision wide band amplifier. By combining two devices the result is far superior to the usual single output device. The USB board is powered by a very high quality low noise supply from within the Klein DAC, which contributes to sound quality greatly. The same system is used for the S/PDIF inputs (Coax & Optical). These are then processed by a Wolfson WM8804 which minimalizes jitter. There are no output capacitors and the max DC offset is less than a millivolt. Also compared to the standard Klein all power supplies have been upgrade with Gyrators (capacitor multipliers) This has greatly reduced incoming high frequency mains noise & interference. Components All components are individually selected for reliability, sound and are sourced through quality suppliers such as Element14, RS Components, Digikey & Mouser Electronics. The unit is powered by an external high capacity IE core 9v 2A AC linear Plug pack with an Australian C-Tick Compliance Mark. The device is assembled in house on a dual layer PCB utilizing ground planes. And a link to a review by andrewyuri Thanks for looking Pictures:

Item: Pre amp Location: Melbourne Price: $400 (plus postage) Item Condition: 8/10 Reason for selling: Using Integra because need HT Payment Method: Pickup - Cash, Paypal, COD Only Extra Info: I bought this off a member here in March. I’ll borrow his description: Clay Gieseler’s preamps (and DACS and power supplies) are well known on this forum, so I’ll be brief. This preamp has three inputs and one output, all RCA. It has a gain toggle at the back, to add 6db if needed. The LCD displays input, volume level and muting. Volume adjustments are in 0.5db increments, so it is very easy to set the volume exactly as desired. The output impedance is very low (10 ohm or lower) – so it will easily drive any power amp. Path signals are very short and current drive excellent. This preamp is dead silent. The wand-style remote handles volume, input selection, muting, turns the display off and on and turns the unit off (but not on, which is done at the switch). It comes with an Eversure 9V converter. http://www.speakerparts.com.au/ProductsPage/index.html Pictures: It’s is this one here:

Item: Gieseler Audio Linear PSU - two available Location: Sydney Price: See below Item Condition: Excellent Reason for selling: Downsized my setup, so these are no longer being used. Payment Method: Pickup - Cash, Paypal, COD Only Extra Info: Both come with 5.5mm x 2.1mm DC output plugs. Both come with their external AC transformer. $200 with free postage for the 5Vdc / 7Vdc / 9Vdc at 1.5Amp output unit - these 3 voltages can be adjusted via internal jumper SOLD $230 with free postage for the 9Vdc / 12Vdc / 15Vdc at 1.5Amp output unit - these 3 voltages can be adjusted via internal jumper SOLD From the Gieseler Audio website: This linear low noise DC power supply is designed to improve the performance of digital audio accessory devices that are normally powered by small SMPS plug-packs. All the internal components are of high quality & are selected for reliability & sound quality where applicable. Capacitors are Nichicon Fine Gold, Panasonic or Elna Silmic II’s. It is powered by external IE core transformers. These have a distinct advantage over the usual Toroidal type as they have better isolation between the windings & lower bandwidth means less HF noise coming in via the mains. Also being external there is less radiated hum entering the power supply circuitry. Noise, hum & ripple levels are very low due to the common mode choke pre filtering & low noise Linear Technology high performance regulators. Also what helps to reduce noise as well is the use of Schottky diodes & a transformer LC snubber. The DC output cable/connection is an area that is often neglected; so I have gone to extra lengths here to get it right. The DC output on the supply uses a Neutrik 6 Amp XLR gold pin socket. The supplied DC cable uses a matching Neutrik gold pin plug hand soldered to a 10A lead with moulded DC barrel connector for ruggedness. Photos:

Introduction Had the opportunity to test a friend's MRX-1120 on my 5.2 setup and compared it my MRX-710. Fed using an Oppo 103, with separate video and audio hdmi channels into the 1120. Due to time constraints and home network & PC issues, Anthem Room Correction (ARC) was not run. Decided to focus on music because it was a more difficult challenge and allowed us to also compare against a 2 channel Giesler Groß DAC setup. Note that the 5.2 and 2.2 systems shared the same SGR Audio CX3Bs (Mk1) mains and SVS SB13U, SB2000 subs. Surprise No. 1 The 1120 beat the 710 hands down for both multi channel and 2 channel music. The DACs and analogue circuitry on the 1120 were far superior with improved clarity and detail. We did not even need to switch to the 710 to compare; the 1120 won easily. Gjeilo: North Country II and Arnesen: Magnificat 4 (both on 2L label) were used for the comparison. Had we had more time, we would have used other non-classical pieces, but such was the difference that we were confident that the 1120 was better for music, full stop. Surprise No. 2 The 1120 came close to the Giesler Groß DAC for PCM. Playing North Country II, 2.0 LPCM 24/192 on the 1120 almost matched the 24/96 PCM on the Groß. There was slightly more detail and clarity on the Groß but what was unexpected was how close the 1120 got to the Groß. However, the Groß with the DSD 64 version of North Country II was the best and took things to another level. With Magnificat 4 5.1 DTS HDMA 24/192 on the 1120, there was more ambience, and from behind, better organ and piano. However, with the Groß, Magnificat 4 DSD 64 had more detail, clarity and presented such a wide sound stage that it almost made up for the lack of rear speakers. It was that good! Note no DSD decoding on Anthem products; ARC worked only with PCM. Conclusions Can recommend with confidence the Anthem MRX-1120 for music. By implication, the 520 and 720 are also good for music, with the same DAC chip, analogue circuitry but with a non-toroidal power supply. Even more compelling is the AVM60, with better analogue to digital converters and quieter circuitry. Would expect the AVM60 to match PCM playback with the Groß. For superior 2 channel, go with the Groß DAC or equally as good DACs. But do not despair if you only have the MRX-1120; PCM reproduction will match many good 2 channel DACs. What about the MRX-710 (& 510, 310)? Would recommend them for movies and less for music. Music is ok but not to discerning levels. Movies? I would expect the MRX-520, 720, 1120 to excel with movies, and provide better audio than the "10 family", but the improvement will not be as much as music.

Item: Gieseler Konverter preamplifier + DAC Location: Ballarat, VIC Price: $2500 Item Condition: Excellent Reason for selling: Simplifying Payment Method: Pickup - Cash, Paypal, COD Only Extra Info: Very first Konverter to leave Clay's workshop, S/N 0001 (21-04-17). Everything you need to know about this beauty can be found in this thread. Needless to say, this is an exceptional unit from Clay, building on and far exceeding his work on the Klein and Klein II DACs, not to mention a further step up from his standalone preamplifier, too. Clay's retail on these is $4000 - however being the first owner of a Konverter, I was got it for a 'nicer' price which is reflected in the (I believe) very good price I'm asking here. "Inputs Digital: USB, Coax & optical. Inputs Analogue: 2 x RCA Outputs: 1 x XLR + 2 x RCA DAC Chip: Asahi Kasei Microdevices AK4497EQ Output level is variable by remote control with a maximum of 3v RMS or 4.5v RMS depending on a PCB gain jumper setting. The unit has full remote control of all functions except main power on/off. Settings, filter, input, etc information is via a large OLED display. There is a 'Display OFF' mode. The muting system is very sophisticated, eliminating all pops during sample rate changes & DSD-PCM format changes. At this stage there will only be one version which uses two additional Jensen transformers for the output of the DAC chip. In comparison to the usual op-amp stage the transformer was miles ahead in terms of sound quality." Selling to simplify my system a little. Wife always struggled a bit with multiple devices and now with parents doing babysitting duties regularly, the whole thing is too overwhelming for them. As much as I love this thing (I was waiting over a year for it, frequently hassling Clay for updates ), I've decided to keep the rest of the household happy by simplifying a few things (hopefully). *EVENTUAL SALE WILL BE DEPENDENT ON MY FINDING A SUITABLE REPLACEMENT VIA A SERIES OF DEMOS OVER THE COMING WEEKS* Pictures:

Item: Gieseler pre-amp Location: Melbourne Price: $400 ($420 posted) Item Condition: Excellent Reason for selling: Too many preamps Payment Method: Pickup - Cash, Paypal (buyer pays 3% fees or pay as friend), Direct Deposit Extra Info: Clay Gieseler’s preamps (and DACS and power supplies) are well known on this forum, so I’ll be brief. This preamp has three inputs and one output, all RCA. It has a gain toggle at the back, to add 6db if needed. The LCD displays input, volume level and muting. Volume adjustments are in 0.5db increments, so it is very easy to set the volume exactly as desired. The output impedance is very low (10 ohm or lower) – so it will easily drive any power amp. Path signals are very short and current drive excellent. This preamp is dead silent. The wand-style remote handles volume, input selection, muting, turns the display off and on and turns the unit off (but not on, which is done at the switch). It comes with an Eversure 9V converter. I have used this preamp in a system worth nominally many many times more than the asking price, and it was not out of place. It’s good, not just good value. RRP is/was $1000. (The light in the pics makes the top cover look not as good as it actually is.) See details at Clay’s site: http://www.speakerparts.com.au/ProductsPage/index.html Pictures:

Item: Gieseler dual-output Linear PSU - 9V x2 Location: Forestville NSW Price: $250-ish plus postage Item Condition: Used but working fine Reason for selling: Not currently used. Payment Method: Pickup - Cash, Paypal, Extra Info: I haven't been using this dual supply for a while, as I've changed my setup, and I'm doing a tidy up. Purchased new in May 2016. I have a few facts I want to confirm with Clay first about the Voltage, Amperage and the pin sizes before it becomes a full FS advert. Pictures:

Item: Gieseler Klein DAC Location: ACT Price: $550 posted or $520 local pickup Item Condition: Excellent Reason for selling: The worst reason, having another DAC that's just a little bit better. Payment Method: Pickup - Cash, Paypal, COD Only Extra Info: I love this thing it's made in Australia and Clay really does make a quality product sound and build wise I put this up against my Ref 7.1 which probably wasn't a fair thing to do but it was close the main reason it lost my little comparison exercise were the inputs the Ref has a few more options, if I had the space for a second system I'd keep it. Plenty of info on this site about these (if you haven't come across it yet) Will come with the standard power pack supplied by Clay and be assured it will be packed safely for postage. Pictures:

Item: Gieseler Preamp Price Range: c.$500 Item Condition: Used Extra Info: Anyone got one of these that they want to part with? Maybe you're updating to the new Konvertor and don't need it any more? I'm keen to match it with my Klein DAC!!! Now found!

Item: Auralic Aries mini Location: Brisbane Price: $450 = I have marked this down due to the marking of the top cover – this is as low as I will go! Item Condition: 8.5/10 for Mini Reason for selling: I got a NUC which does most of what the Mini does (still a work in progress!) Payment Method: Pickup local (paypal preferred or cash)– or post (paypal), can post at buyers expense (postage for both is $16 including insurance & sign of delivery) I listened to this unit for about a week before getting the upgraded power supply. It was an instant step up from the SBT though it didn’t have the fat bass character of that unit but was noticeably lower in background noise and jitter (I love the SBT so don't take that the wrong way!). Auralic are a bit bashful about fully promoting the virtues of this device – I think they feel it may cannibalise their more expensive units. I have not heard the other Auralic devices but more mere mortals like me, it would be hard to justify spending a great deal more money when this thing sounds so satisfying. Delivers pristine audio through analogue (using a ESS Sabre 9018KM2 dac chip) or via USB or coaxial SPDIF. It also allows you to add an external hard-drive (happily drives a portable HDD). Has an internal space for a HDD or SDD (Auralic recommends and SSD). The device supports AirPlay and Bluetooth and most formats including DSD. Supports bit perfect or DSD over PCM. It creates a cache of your library of music and acts as a DLNA server. It can also stream across WIFI or Ethernet from a remote library though I’ve never tried this feature. I would characterise the sound as very clean (very low jitter) and detailed but not in the least bit fatiguing and very engaging. It certainly sounds great powering a Daleviat which is not a warm amplifier so it does not tend towards a cool sound by any means. You can alter the treble character with the variable filters to your taste & requirements. I also found the Sabre DAC (analogue) a pleasant surprise given my previous experience with them in the past. You set it up using the Lightning DS server (Ipad or Iphone) and then you can use a multitude of Android or IOS app’s to control it or use Lightning DS which is very nice on the Ipad. The Mini is very versatile – it has happily streamed music to any DAC or USB to SPDIF transport that I have connected to it. Has 4 digital filters to tweak the sound to your taste. Obligatory DAR Review (thanks Johnny): http://www.digitalaudioreview.net/2016/02/audiophile-grade-streaming-with-the-auralic-aries-mini/ http://www.computeraudiophile.com/content/721-auralic-aries-mini-and-lightning-ds-review/ http://www.the-ear.net/review-hardware/auralic-aries-mini-network-streamer-and-dac Specs: Streaming Services Local uPnP/DLNA library content TIDAL, Qobuz and WiMP online streaming Internet Radio AirPlay, Songcast and Bluetooth USB hard drive files Optional internal HDD/SSD DLNA/uPNP compatible server software Supported File Types AAC, AIFF, ALAC, APE, DIFF, DSF, FLAC, MP3, OGG, WAV, WV and WMA Sampling Rates PCM in 44.1Khz - 384Khz at 16 - 32bits DSD64, DSD128, DSD256 Control Software AURALiC Lightning DS OpenHome compatible software Media Server Compatibility Built-in Lightning Server Minimserver, Twonky, Asset UPnP, JRiver Input RJ45 Gigabit Ethernet Dual-Band WiFi connection USB 2.0 High-Speed for external disk Output USB 2.0 High-Speed for compatible DAC** Coaxial, TOSLINK*** Power Consumption Playback: 10W at max. Dimension Approx. 5.3"W x 5.3"D x 1.1"H (13.5cm x 13.5cm x 2.8cm) Weight 1.1 pounds (0.5kg) PICTURES: I consider myself to be very careful with my gear but I work in an office with a few other people who obviously do not share my sensibilities. I left the Mini in what I thought was a safe location in a cupboard only to find that someone had dragged cables over it at some point. YAAARGGH! Anyway, the scratching on the Mini isn't too heavy but being a black plastic it tends to highlight it. And doesn’t affect performance (as you’d expect). There is a small chip on one of the corners too visible in photo 2. If you close your eyes, you won't be to see it. The power supply has some miniscule abrasions on it which is a side effect of the powder-coated finish I guess. NOTE - DOES NOT INCLUDE THE GIESELER POWER SUPPLY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Anyone have one they are moving on, would like to try one out. Interested in MKII as well.

Item: microRendu - UltraCap LPS-1 - Sonore DC-4 cable - 12Vdc Gieseler Linear PSU Location: Melbourne Price: $1600 pickup for the lot. Currently this costs $2000 including the shipping from the US. See below post for interstate postage. Item Condition: Excellent Reason for selling: Trying something different as a source. I will probably seriously regret this in 3 months. Payment Method: Pickup - Cash, Paypal, COD Only Extra Info: - Prefer pickup but can look at postage costs interstate if someone is interested. - Check out my seller feedback here and buy with confidence: http://www.stereo.net.au/forums/profile/147696-em84/?tab=node_feedback_Feedback Pictures:

Item: Wyred4Sound Remedy Reclocker + Gieseler Linear Power SupplyLocation: Cleveland, QLD (4163)Price: $475 (Shipping +$15, PayPal +3%)Item Condition: Used, very good conditionReason for selling: No longer required.Payment Method: Pickup - Cash, Paypal (+3%) , Bank TransferExtra Info: Listing is for a Wyred4Sound Remedy Reclocker (purchased 20-Oct-2015) and a Gieseler Linear PSU (purchased 31-Dec-2015), original Australian printed invoices are included for both items. Used between a Sonos Connect and a Devialet 120 to great effect, reduced jitter was immediately noticable and converted the Connect into a high-performance device. Although the reviews for the Reclocker have generally been very positive, I've found that the performance jump added when using the Gieseler Linear PSU to the Reclocker took its performance into a whole new realm (a bigger jump than the reclocker itself out of the box!) , and once heard with it, couldn't recommend listening without it. I've found the performance jump gained with this combo scales well when using even better sources/dac, not just entry/mid level etc. Current RRP $870+ Review: http://www.digitalaudioreview.net/2014/08/wyred4sound-remedy-spdif-reclocker-review/ Website: https://wyred4sound.com/products/digital-converters/remedy-reclocker Reclocker Features (from website): Utilizes an incredible Femto-grade clock Superior jitter reduction Toslink and Coaxial digital inputs Toslink, Coaxial, BNC digital outputs 96kHz output sampling frequency* Digital inputs support up to 24/192kHz 9VDC power supply included 5 year warranty Gieseler Linear PSU: Description This linear low noise DC power supply is designed to improve the performance of digital audio accessory devices that are normally powered by small SMPS plug-packs. All the internal components are of high quality & are selected for reliability & sound quality where applicable. Capacitors are Nichicon Fine Gold, Panasonic or Elna Silmic II’s. It is powered by external IE core transformers. These have a distinct advantage over the usual Toroidal type as they have better isolation between the windings & lower bandwidth means less HF noise coming in via the mains. Also being external there is less radiated hum entering the power supply circuitry. Noise, hum & ripple levels are very low due to the common mode choke pre filtering & low noise Linear Technology high performance regulators. Also what helps to reduce noise as well is the use of Schottky diodes & a transformer LC snubber. The DC output cable/connection is an area that is often neglected; so I have gone to extra lengths here to get it right. The DC output on the supply uses a Neutrik 6 Amp XLR gold pin socket. The supplied DC cable uses a matching Neutrik gold pin plug hand soldered to a 10A lead with moulded DC barrel connector for ruggedness. Specifications Noise level is approximately 20 uV to 40 uV d. Ripple & hum rejection is approximately 100 dB. Short circuit & thermal protection. Website: http://gieseler.com.au/ProductsPage/index.html Pictures:

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