Using NOS1 without XXHE

[briefremarks]

All,

A quick note to see how people are using the NOS1 with sources other than XXHE.  Specifically streaming Tidal without preparing with XXHE, and for HT.  The main question is if 44.1, and 48 sources sound OK without the upsampling XXHE does.  Of course I can try this with the XXHE filtering off, but wanted to learn about other experiences trying this.

Ramesh

[manisandher]

Hi Ramesh, in my office system I use the NOS1 without XX pretty much exclusively. My chain is:

Roon/Tidal -> HQPlayer (upsample to 705.6) -> NOS1

I love the ease with which I can access music and get it playing quickly. Being able to stream Tidal and internet radio are massive pluses too.

BUT... there is no way I'd use this chain in my main listening room - it sounds nice... but nowhere near as good as XX -> NOS1.

I have no experience with HT.

HTH.

Mani.