The Uptone Audio EtherRegen audiophile switch

[RikkiPoo]

The Cisco has an optical port but it won't take the SFP? I think the SFP's are pretty standard. I have used several brands in the ER and SOtM. You could connect the ER's with fiber.

 

[Duckworp]

The Cisco has an optical port but it won't take the SFP? I think the SFP's are pretty standard. I have used several brands in the ER and SOtM. You could connect the ER's with fiber.

It fits the slot, it clicks in, but the Cisco switch does not work with it in place. Maybe Cisco designed their switches to operate with Cisco SFPs only, or Cisco-compatible SFPs. I bought my SFP from FS.com and they are labelled specifically as Cisco SFP so I think this must be the case.
The two ERs are on two separate system, so I run two lengths of fibre from the Cisco switch So connecting the two would not work in this set up.

 

[Frenchrooster]

It fits the slot, it clicks in, but the Cisco switch does not work with it in place. Maybe Cisco designed their switches to operate with Cisco SFPs only, or Cisco-compatible SFPs. I bought my SFP from FS.com and they are labelled specifically as Cisco SFP so I think this must be the case.
The two ERs are on two separate system, so I run two lengths of fibre from the Cisco switch So connecting the two would not work in this set up.

I know that some use the Cisco with ER connected with fiber. you can ask on Audiophile style forum or Naim community. You have to use the right SFP.

 

[Duckworp]

I know that some use the Cisco with ER connected with fiber. you can ask on Audiophile style forum or Naim community. You have to use the right SFP.

Thanks. Yes I have FS SFPs which work. I wanted to try the Finisar SFP that is recommended here. they don’t work though.

 

[Frenchrooster]

Thanks. Yes I have FS SFPs which work. I wanted to try the Finisar SFP that is recommended here. they don’t work though.

Fine it works for you with one brand of fiber.

 

[Lxgreen]

I bought the AfterDark Queen 75ohm square wave reference clock to go with my EtherRegen. This one: https://www.adark.co/products/after...udiophilestyle-edition?variant=39265193689206

It's been burning in for 2 weeks and has made a profound improvement to musical enjoyment. My only regret is not springing for the Emperor Signature.

Highly recommended.

How has everyone communicated with Afterdark? I tried contacting and it took days for them to reply. Then Adrian finally started in on the conversation and I felt he was helpful. I am new to clocks and modded switches but wanted to try them out. I thought I made it clear to Adrian that I wanted a switch and a clock for EtherRegen. He recommended their modified Buffalo cascade switch/clock and a high current LPS. However after ordering I was confused and asked some clarifying questions. Again, after several days, Adrian finally answered and he told me I need an additional clock for the EtherRegen. The clock in the switch apparently is only for the switch. I also asked what is the “cascade” referring to and he replied ( I think) that the cascade only applies if you buy two switches in the one case. So what does cascade mean if you buy the one switch? To me, this website is very confusing to newbies like myself and the customer service suffers from language barriers. I would like to purchase merchandise from them but I am frustrated

 

[Nikko]

How has everyone communicated with Afterdark? I tried contacting and it took days for them to reply. Then Adrian finally started in on the conversation and I felt he was helpful. I am new to clocks and modded switches but wanted to try them out. I thought I made it clear to Adrian that I wanted a switch and a clock for EtherRegen. He recommended their modified Buffalo cascade switch/clock and a high current LPS. However after ordering I was confused and asked some clarifying questions. Again, after several days, Adrian finally answered and he told me I need an additional clock for the EtherRegen. The clock in the switch apparently is only for the switch. I also asked what is the “cascade” referring to and he replied ( I think) that the cascade only applies if you buy two switches in the one case. So what does cascade mean if you buy the one switch? To me, this website is very confusing to newbies like myself and the customer service suffers from language barriers. I would like to purchase merchandise from them but I am frustrated

Why do you need an EtherRegen and a switch? The EtherRegen *is* a switch.

 

[richard_crl032]

Why do you need an EtherRegen and a switch? The EtherRegen *is* a switch.

Perhaps the music system, cable tv box etc. is away from the ISP's main point ?

Then the switch is at the main point and the ER is at the music system as one of the access point ?

Especially some may want to venture into STP fiber optic cable instead of copper rj45 ethernet and have such STP capable switch at the ISP's main point ?

Chèers.

 

[richard_crl032]

How has everyone communicated with Afterdark? I tried contacting and it took days for them to reply. Then Adrian finally started in on the conversation and I felt he was helpful. I am new to clocks and modded switches but wanted to try them out. I thought I made it clear to Adrian that I wanted a switch and a clock for EtherRegen. He recommended their modified Buffalo cascade switch/clock and a high current LPS. However after ordering I was confused and asked some clarifying questions. Again, after several days, Adrian finally answered and he told me I need an additional clock for the EtherRegen. The clock in the switch apparently is only for the switch. I also asked what is the “cascade” referring to and he replied ( I think) that the cascade only applies if you buy two switches in the one case. So what does cascade mean if you buy the one switch? To me, this website is very confusing to newbies like myself and the customer service suffers from language barriers. I would like to purchase merchandise from them but I am frustrated

Hi lx,

Both the recommended AD switch and ER have their built-in clocks but both can also have better external clock to improve sound quality in this not high-end but no-end audiophile quest.

Dun be frustrated and take your time to read up thousands of msgs in various forum until you know what you need and want.

Cheers.

PS: Adrian of Afterdark is responsive but may not have the time to guide you from basics

 

[RikkiPoo]

I like the no end audiophile quest, I have been on it for too long.

I reclocked both my ER and SOtM switches with a Mutec Ref10 as it has both 50 and 75 ohm outputs. While I agree it is a no end quest, it was a substantial move towards the end (at least that's what I feel right now).

I am quite happy now just listening, the upgrade bug is quite dormant at this time.

 

[Lxgreen]

Why do you need an EtherRegen and a switch? The EtherRegen *is* a switch.

I use the EtherRegen between my current switch and my streamer ((antipodes K50). I have a cable from switch to EtherRegen A side. And cable from EtherRegen B side to streamer. There is only one out/input on B side and 4 ports on A side. One A port is used to get feed from router. So that leaves only three open ports on A side. I certainly have a need for more than three Ethernet inputs so hence the need for a switch. The Afterdark switch is supposedly a good switch often cited on this forum (Buffalo 2016) which they modify with upgraded parts and add a clock. No clue if this will improve sq but anecdotal reports on this site indicate it may help. I’ll find out whenever I get the units to Afterdark. I can tell you that using a rail from my Uptone JS-2 to power my existing Cisco switch really did improve sq so it seems like that part of the chain can benefit from upgrades

 

[richard_crl032]

ER and AD double crown 10Mhz clock .. wow !

Cheaply Zerozone S22 12v to AD clock made a clear improvement compared to meanwell smps until I received the Ghent Audio's canare dc cable but not for ER that stays with stock smps.

Quite surprised previous statement antipode cx and ex stack improved so obviously in my 99% streaming of full flac internet radio stations .. and so glad uptone and Afterdark provided such solutions to me

 

[barbz127]

Is there an ideal voltage to feed the etherregen?

I'm in the market for a new PSU.

Thankyou

 

[dminches]

Is there an ideal voltage to feed the etherregen?

I'm in the market for a new PSU.

Thankyou

All EtherREGEN units are shipped with a fully certified, world-voltage compatible (100~240VAC), 7.5 volt / 4.8 amp AC>DC adapter.

That’s where I would start.

 

[MarkusBarkus]

...the guy who owns UpTone sez:
"...any +DC voltage in the range of 7~12V is perfectly fine.

The EtherREGEN consumes the same wattage regardless of input voltage. The heat does not vary with input voltage. And—assuming same performance of the power supply at different voltages—the sonic performance of EtherREGEN will be the same from 12V as from 7V."

The guy who designed it sez 12v is optimal.

FYI: Lots of info on the sponsored threads at AudiophileStyle.

 

[kennyb123]

Is there an ideal voltage to feed the etherregen?

I'm in the market for a new PSU.

I use a 12v Farad Super3. It brought an improvement nearly as significant as the EtherRegen itself.

 

[barbz127]

I use a 12v Farad Super3. It brought an improvement nearly as significant as the EtherRegen itself.

Thankyou
I'm looking to buy a super 3 just confirming which voltage to commit too

 

[jasond]

I currently have placed the EtherRegen, which is powered by a farad super3, directly on top of a Keces p8. Do you think this might me a problem? Unfortunately hardly got any other place for it.

 

[dminches]

I currently have placed the EtherRegen, which is powered by a farad super3, directly on top of a Keces p8. Do you think this might me a problem? Unfortunately hardly got any other place for it.

The EtherRegen gets very hot. It needs airflow all around it. I would not put it on top of any other electronic device.