Accepting pre-orders for Cronus now. We just finished testing and I am about to start building in earnest.
We just added a buffer to the MCK output to better support multiple I2S targets (dual-mono) and a generally stringer, cleaner signal.
We just added a buffer to the MCK output to better support multiple I2S targets (dual-mono) and a generally stringer, cleaner signal.
Frank, I got curious what this rePhase means, after reading thru that link, please correct me if I am wrong, that this is about correcting the shifting phase on multi driver speakers, am I right? if so, then I probably do not need it as I have single driver speakers. Crossovers on speakers and their anomaly are the basic reasons I always had single driver speakers. I would rather have the weaknesses of single drivers than the weaknesses of multidrivers speakers.
Alex
It is actually a bit more substantial redesign than just that - I will post more details on the Cronus thread later. 🙂
The goal of Cronus Version 1.3 was mostly to improve the utility of the master clock output - but the changes in the design yield many more improvements. 🙂
It is a drop in replacement for existing Cronus - and you can re-use Rhea and Hermes modules etc.
The goal of Cronus Version 1.3 was mostly to improve the utility of the master clock output - but the changes in the design yield many more improvements. 🙂
It is a drop in replacement for existing Cronus - and you can re-use Rhea and Hermes modules etc.
Cronus Version 1.3
Does it make a difference in the sound?
Just need to know if it is cost effective. 🙂
Does it make a difference in the sound?
Just need to know if it is cost effective. 🙂
It definitely is an improvement - especially if you run sync mode with the master clock from Cronus to the DAC.
The new version does a much better job of isolating the clock from the loads which results in optimal signal levels at all critical components.
The new version does a much better job of isolating the clock from the loads which results in optimal signal levels at all critical components.
Russ, is this the one that is pre-order on the TP website? if it is, then I will order the new one.
Alex
It is. I hope you enjoy it. I am very pleased with it so far - running sync mode is now far more forgiving and the master clock is much stronger on the scope.
I am already extremely pleased with what I have right now (Amanero-Hermes-Cronus, dual mono DAC with tube I/V section), incredible sound, extremely clean, no trace of hardness, distortion, jitter, whatever you call it, extremely musical. So I will try this new Cronos, I am not sure what more it can do.
Alex
Great!
But do you think it's better too when the masterclock output is not used for the DAC down the line? (not connected)
Anyway, I need a second Cronus/Rhea module, so I'll order the new one 😀
Correct. ...and my point was that the BBB with the botic kernel can perform a variety of useful processing tasks depending on the particular application and preferences of each user. It does have limitations, but many advantages as well.
Enjoy!
Frank
Absolutely - it's an improved layout and the reclocking section makes nice benefit of the buffered clocks.
Thumbs up !!!!
The new Cronus came today and I have to say I like it, a lot !!!
Played selections of these off Tidal(HiFi) Jennifer Koh Bach & Beyond Vol.2,, Bartok: Sting Quartets 1-6 Alban Berg Quartet, Birdman SoundTrack, Berlioz: Symp Fantastic M.Tilson Thomas SanFranOrchk Chopin Selected Works Jon Nakamatsu.
So far, great! Home run Twisted dudes.
Mind you this is still with the clock on the BIIISE running.
If running with the external clocks from the Cronus is as
great an improvement, I'll be 😱
The new Cronus came today and I have to say I like it, a lot !!!
Played selections of these off Tidal(HiFi) Jennifer Koh Bach & Beyond Vol.2,, Bartok: Sting Quartets 1-6 Alban Berg Quartet, Birdman SoundTrack, Berlioz: Symp Fantastic M.Tilson Thomas SanFranOrchk Chopin Selected Works Jon Nakamatsu.
So far, great! Home run Twisted dudes.
Mind you this is still with the clock on the BIIISE running.
If running with the external clocks from the Cronus is as
great an improvement, I'll be 😱
Excellent!
What I found was - that driving all those gates really called for a buffer. 🙂 Glad to see it paid off.
What I found was - that driving all those gates really called for a buffer. 🙂 Glad to see it paid off.
Hi there.
Offtopic:
Ontopic: Please share some info/links on choosing a proper SOM/SBC for audio rendering. Requirements: 100FE or a GE network, wifi/bt welcomed, PCM384 / DSD256 or better ability in slave mode (external clock), mature drivers (mainline very welcomed). I'd go for a BBB, but I do have some doubts on rather humble CPU and memory, plus the driver is not open source. The SOC market is growing so fast so I must have missed a pearl or two.
Thanks for patience and for possible answers. 🙂
Offtopic:
Ontopic: Please share some info/links on choosing a proper SOM/SBC for audio rendering. Requirements: 100FE or a GE network, wifi/bt welcomed, PCM384 / DSD256 or better ability in slave mode (external clock), mature drivers (mainline very welcomed). I'd go for a BBB, but I do have some doubts on rather humble CPU and memory, plus the driver is not open source. The SOC market is growing so fast so I must have missed a pearl or two.
Thanks for patience and for possible answers. 🙂
IMHO, you have not missed any pearls. Most diyers seem satisfied with the options now available, though a few of us are interested in pushing the BBB to its limits. When an upgraded CPU comes out on a beagle-compatible board I will be all over it. Until then, I'm grateful for the fine efforts that have moved us ahead this far.