JCAT - music server upgrades, power supplies, cables
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Buonasera volevo sapere se è possibile montare il jcat net xe sul Qnap 453d dove tengo la mia libreria musicale con altri 16000 album (flac, dsd, e qualche wave) poi passo tutto ad un sotm switch, da li il segnale via cat7 va al mio pc streamer con una scheda usb jcat output che trasferisce il segnale al box XIII di playback che lo trasferisce via double st/st al convertitore pdm 5 di playback garantendomi un perfetto isolamento galvanico. Penso che se fosse possibile aggiungere jcat net a qnap migliorerebbe notevolmente l'usabilità della mia libreria. Grazie in anticipo per la risposta
Massimo66
Massimo66
Good evening, know if it is possible to mount the jcat net xe on the Qnap 453d where I keep my music library with another 16,000 albums (flac, dsd, and some wave) then I pass everything to a sotm switch, from there the signal via cat7 goes to my pc streamer with a usb jcat output card which transfers the signal to the playback box XIII which transfers it via double st/st to the playback pdm 5 converter guaranteeing perfect galvanic isolation. I think if jcat net could be added to qnap it would greatly improve the usability of my library. Thanks in advance for your reply
Maximum66
Hi Massimo,
Yes - you can install the card in your QNAP NAS. TS-453D has a PCI Express expansion slot. The card will work as soon as you install it.
Best regards,
Marcin
Do you have measurements of the phase noise spectra of this clock?
-110 dBc/Hz @ 10Hz offset
-80 dBc/Hz @ 1Hz offset
While phase noise parameters are important, they do not solely determine the sound quality to the extent that some might assume. We conducted experiments with various oscillators; one had a 2dB better phase noise, yet it sounded significantly worse. In our experience, the board's design, component selection, and power supply have a much more significant impact on achieving quality than solely focusing on oscillator phase noise parameters. Our Master OCXO Clock, powered by the OPTIMO 3 DUO, confidently competes with products priced above 5,000 EUR. We've conducted such comparisons.
Marcin
Hi Guys,
I'm pleased to share a fantastic review of our JCAT USB XE with Master OCXO Clock Upgrade by Rob Dockery on Stereo Times. Rob's detailed analysis captures the essence of what we strive for in high-end audio excellence.
Key Highlights of the Review:
- The JCAT USB XE with Master OCXO Clock Upgrade significantly enhances sound quality, offering more clarity, precision, and an improved musical experience.
- Comparing it with the standard JCAT USB XE, the clocked version brings a new level of bass control, definition, and an overall more natural and accurate sound.
- The importance of a high-quality power supply is emphasized, as it further enhances the card's performance.
Rob's experience highlights the card's ability to transform a digital music system, bringing it closer to a live performance feel.
The full review can be found here: https://stereotimes.com/post/jcat-usb-xe-with-clock-by-rob-dockery/
Best regards,
Marcin
I'm pleased to share a fantastic review of our JCAT USB XE with Master OCXO Clock Upgrade by Rob Dockery on Stereo Times. Rob's detailed analysis captures the essence of what we strive for in high-end audio excellence.
Key Highlights of the Review:
- The JCAT USB XE with Master OCXO Clock Upgrade significantly enhances sound quality, offering more clarity, precision, and an improved musical experience.
- Comparing it with the standard JCAT USB XE, the clocked version brings a new level of bass control, definition, and an overall more natural and accurate sound.
- The importance of a high-quality power supply is emphasized, as it further enhances the card's performance.
Rob's experience highlights the card's ability to transform a digital music system, bringing it closer to a live performance feel.
The full review can be found here: https://stereotimes.com/post/jcat-usb-xe-with-clock-by-rob-dockery/
Best regards,
Marcin
Dear JCAT fans, we're thrilled to announce the latest addition to our lineup: the ULTIMO power supply
Drawing inspiration from the esteemed OPTIMO 3 DUO, the ULTIMO represents the pinnacle of our commitment to audio excellence.
Features
Drawing inspiration from the esteemed OPTIMO 3 DUO, the ULTIMO represents the pinnacle of our commitment to audio excellence.
Features
- Bespoke Transformer: A custom-designed transformer with enhanced characteristics ensures pristine power delivery.
- Silicon Carbide Diodes: Superior SiC technology minimizes noise, significantly enhancing audio clarity.
- Advanced Three-Stage Topology: Guarantees optimal voltage regulation, minimal thermal load, and isolation from AC disturbances.
- Innovative Design: Proprietary PCB design reduces noise pathways and ensures efficient energy delivery.
- Premium Construction: High-grade materials and components, including gold-plated PCBs, all proudly made in Poland.
- ULTIMO DC Cable: A specially designed cable that minimizes impedance and mechanical vibrations, maximizing the performance of your power supply.
The HiFi Knights review praises our MASTER OCXO CLOCK UPGRADE for its remarkable impact on sound quality, highlighting its ability to enhance spatial detailing, bass depth, and midrange clarity.
Designed for audiophiles seeking to elevate their audio systems, this upgrade is noted for its precision in sound reproduction, despite its premium price point. The review recommends it as a significant investment for serious enthusiasts looking to achieve the pinnacle of audio performance. For the complete review, please visit HiFi Knights.
http://hifiknights.com/reviews/sources/jcat-master-ocxo-clock-upgrade/
Hello,
I wanted to thank Marcin for his work! I've been using my USB XE card uptated with the super clock for a month now, obviously its price made me hesitate a lot, however I'm delighted now to be able to enjoy it!
Listening takes on a very different light, nothing is spectacular, but the music is much more refined, melodious; time seems to have slowed down, the music is more poised, the articulations much more delicate and the note attacks seem to come from a better interpreter.
Just a word of advice: this precision clock is very sensitive mechanically, so good decoupling is a must.
The system using this clock consists of: computer audio server, cards Jcat XE and power supply Duo , old Wadia 2000 largely modified, Berkeley reference 2, Shindo preamp, MC Intosh MC6O amplifiers upgraded with rare Nos tubes, Apologue Goldmund first series loudspeakers, numerous cables and mechanical optimization systems. All installed in an optimized room.
Best regards
José
It is already available for the NET Card XE (25MHz frequency is required for the NET Card).
However an upgraded model of the NET Card XE will be available soon with the SMA connector and other improvements that will run on the same frequency as the USB Card XE, so that a single Master OCXO Clock board can be used to feed the clock signal to both of the cards.
Best regards,
Marcin
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