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Arizona Audio Video Club Event | Thursday August 28th @ 7 PM
Beyond the Bits: Taming Your Network for Superior Sound
Ever wonder why CDs can sometimes sound better than 'lossless' streaming, even in a high-end digital audio system? The culprit is often electrical noise generated by the 'bursty' nature of standard network traffic at your streamer, which can veil detail and shrink the soundstage.
Club member David Snyder will present a powerful solution: the Diretta audio protocol. Diretta replaces this chaotic traffic with a constant, ultra-steady stream of audio data, dramatically reducing noise where it matters most. The result, as many users report, is a "blacker background," holographic imaging, and a startlingly natural sound.
This technology isn't tied to one platform. David's "AnCaolas Link" solution works with a wide array of popular media servers including Roon, Lyrion (LMS), JPlay Album Player, Audirvana, and any player that can stream to a UPnP or AirPlay endpoint.
You'll hear the difference for yourself in a live listening comparison. We'll pit a Diretta-based AnCaolas Link against a standard Raspberry Pi streamer. While we'll use a single platform for a consistent A/B comparison, the sonic benefits of the Diretta protocol apply universally.
This isn't just theory—it's an accessible upgrade for almost any modern digital system. If you use a network media player, a USB DAC, and have a wired connection, you have the foundation. Come for the demo and stay for the great music and fellowship!
The event is hosted at Faith Lutheran Church | 801 East Camelback Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85014 | The meeting will start @ 7 PM