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Now I have comparison 1.5 and 2.6

Thanks for the tips, paco. I went into Preferences > Library and loaded in some tracks, then compared them with the 1.5.12 on my Mac Mini. I can certainly hear a difference in sound quality. The vocals are smoother, more like HQP. Nice string sound too - smoother. The general sound is more airy and less boxy. And also the detail and instrumental timbre that I like in Audirvana in general is enhanced in the new version - I can hear more going on in the mix. Altogether it has a somewhat wider and more pleasant soundscape - easier on the ear. Probably 5% better, but that's audible.

I like it....!! I do think it's a step further. And leaving HQP further behind, as I've configured HQP, which is without DSD since my present DAC doesn't support it. I'd call this a result.


Edits: 12/20/16
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