Best CPU for hqplayer

[CJH]

For those of us on a budget--this looks like a good buy.

https://www.amazon.com/Dell-Inspiron-Desktop-Storage-Keyboard/dp/B08DQ7QM9N?ref_=ast_sto_dp 

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[CJH]

Getting close to ordering parts for DIY HQP capable machine for upsampling 2 channel EC 256 PCM/DSD at moderate cost. Would appreciate comments if I am under/over buying on any items.

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Seasonic Focus GX-850

WIN 10 Pro

Noctua NH-D15S

Fractal Meshify Mid-tower

Gigabyte Z490 Auros Pro

Intel i9-10900K

Samsung 970 EVO M.2 2280 1TB

G.Skill Ripjaws DDR4 3200 16GB x2

[CJH]

Thanks, I'll check it out.

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[CJH]

i5-11600K looks like a lower priced alternative for DSD 256 7EC at $269 Newegg.

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[CJH]

Anyone know if any of the Giabyte Z590 mother boards have DAC-UP 2? I asked Gigabyte but no reply.

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[CJH]

11 minutes ago, AudioDoctor said:

 

Miska, I don't know if you get thanked enough for the work you put into HQPlayer and keeping it up, bug fixing, updating it for use with new hardware, etc... I can only speak for myself, but I am thankful for it.

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Since late summer I have been enjoying ASDM7ECv2 at 256 EXT3 or EXT2, just switched to ASDM7ECv2 at 512 EXT2 and WOW what a fabulous sound (computer can't handle EXT3 at 512). "Neil Young at Massey Hall" is   both consummately intimate and spacious--try it if you can. I did have problems with Client 4.14 on my older laptop After contacting, Miska explained the AVX2 issue. I was too impatient for the fix and purchase a cheap refurb newer laptop over the weekend for Client use. Works perfectly and I'm back in the groove. Thanks, Miska.

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[CJH]

Faster, but less P-cores for upcoming 14900K.

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[CJH]

This is a great price.

Arctic Liquid Freezer II 420 - Multi Compatible All-in-One CPU AIO Water Cooler, Compatible with Intel & AMD, Efficient PWM Controlled Pump, Fan Speed: 200-1700 RPM (Controlled via PWM) - ACFRE00092A - Newegg.com

 

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