Popular Post vortecjr Posted March 25, 2018 Popular Post Share Posted March 25, 2018 Announcement: *I'll move this discussion to another thread later, but for now here is a sneak peak at the new sonicTransporter feature I alluded to in the previous post: The pending release of Sonicorbiter 2.6 for the sonicTransporter series (not sure which models yet) will have Signalyst HQPlayer 4 Embedded. I have been testing it this morning on my system as follows and its working great: 1. Roon with HQ player added as a network audio device 2. Sonicorbiter 2.6 running on sonicTransporter i5 3. ultraRendu with NAA as output mode Here is a screen shot of the HQPlayer 4 Embedded configuration page on the sonicTransporter i5 set to up sample all PCM to 96k and pass DSD without conversion. FYI my Signalyst HQ Player 101 guide will assist you with the setup parameter: https://www.computeraudiophile.com/forums/topic/28808-signalyst-hq-player-101/ asdf1000, Sloop John B, R1200CL and 1 other 1 2 1 SONORE computer audio | opticalRendu | ultraRendu | microRendu | Signature Rendu SE | endPoint | opticalModule DX | Power Supplies | Link to comment
vortecjr Posted March 25, 2018 Author Share Posted March 25, 2018 Some field notes from testing today. 1. I have been using Roon and Tidal with HQPlayer 4 Embedded resampling things. The output is via a microRendu set to NAA output mode. The microRendu is connected to an inexpensive DAC (~$200 USD) and playing analog into my integrated amp. This combination is very satisfying. I even had some quests over who were blown away by this simple system. 2. When released you will be able to update you unit via Apps / Software manager. However, Sonicorbiter 2.6 for the sonicTransporter series will require a significant update process. This process can take a while and can't be interrupted so fair warning. Another option is to contact Small Green Computer for a replacement SSD or HDD. No clue if they will offer this and how much the replacement drive might cost. 3. HQPlayer and HQPlayer 4 Embedded can be a bit hard to configure. This is a link to the user manual that describes its various settings. https://www.signalyst.com/quickstart.html 4. Here is a simple cheat sheet to help you though the various configurations: # Output Mode Direct SDM Format Played Result 1 Auto Checked PCM DSD - resamples per PCM Settings - direct DSD with no resampling 2 PCM Checked PCM DSD - resamples per PCM Settings - resamples per PCM Settings 3 SDM Checked PCM DSD - resamples per DSD Settings - direct DSD with no resampling 4 Auto Unchecked PCM DSD - resamples per PCM Settings - resamples per DSD Settings 5 PCM Unchecked PCM DSD - resamples per PCM Settings - resamples per PCM Settings 6 SDM Unchecked PCM DSD - resamples per DSD Settings - resamples per DSD Settings * Set Sample rate and Bit rate both to Auto SONORE computer audio | opticalRendu | ultraRendu | microRendu | Signature Rendu SE | endPoint | opticalModule DX | Power Supplies | Link to comment
Miska Posted March 26, 2018 Share Posted March 26, 2018 Auto + DSD is same case as SDM + DSD. Auto just switches output between PCM and DSD depending on source type. Signalyst - Developer of HQPlayer Pulse & Fidelity - Software Defined Amplifiers Link to comment
vortecjr Posted March 26, 2018 Author Share Posted March 26, 2018 3 hours ago, Miska said: Auto + DSD is same case as SDM + DSD. Auto just switches output between PCM and DSD depending on source type. That seems to coincide with #1 and #3 above. #4 I don't get playback and for # 6 I get resampling? SONORE computer audio | opticalRendu | ultraRendu | microRendu | Signature Rendu SE | endPoint | opticalModule DX | Power Supplies | Link to comment
Miska Posted March 27, 2018 Share Posted March 27, 2018 7 hours ago, vortecjr said: That seems to coincide with #1 and #3 above. #4 I don't get playback and for # 6 I get resampling? You should be getting same result for #4 and #6... Signalyst - Developer of HQPlayer Pulse & Fidelity - Software Defined Amplifiers Link to comment
vortecjr Posted March 27, 2018 Author Share Posted March 27, 2018 4 hours ago, Miska said: You should be getting same result for #4 and #6... I just checked them again and the results were the same as my initial test. #4 does not play and #6 resamples per DSD Settings. SONORE computer audio | opticalRendu | ultraRendu | microRendu | Signature Rendu SE | endPoint | opticalModule DX | Power Supplies | Link to comment
Miska Posted March 27, 2018 Share Posted March 27, 2018 6 hours ago, vortecjr said: I just checked them again and the results were the same as my initial test. #4 does not play and #6 resamples per DSD Settings. OK, strange, I just tested and it is working for me as expected. Can you send me log file and settings file over email? Signalyst - Developer of HQPlayer Pulse & Fidelity - Software Defined Amplifiers Link to comment
vortecjr Posted March 28, 2018 Author Share Posted March 28, 2018 I updated my configuration per Miska's recommendations (thanks M) and retested #4 and #6. I also updated the cheat sheet accordingly. SONORE computer audio | opticalRendu | ultraRendu | microRendu | Signature Rendu SE | endPoint | opticalModule DX | Power Supplies | Link to comment
R1200CL Posted April 2, 2018 Share Posted April 2, 2018 @vortecjr Will the 2.6 release also cover the requested Roon extension option ? Link to comment
vortecjr Posted April 3, 2018 Author Share Posted April 3, 2018 46 minutes ago, R1200CL said: @vortecjr Will the 2.6 release also cover the requested Roon extension option ? That poses security risks we are not willing to take. SONORE computer audio | opticalRendu | ultraRendu | microRendu | Signature Rendu SE | endPoint | opticalModule DX | Power Supplies | Link to comment
asdf1000 Posted April 5, 2018 Share Posted April 5, 2018 On 26/03/2018 at 9:42 AM, vortecjr said: I have been using Roon and Tidal with HQPlayer 4 Embedded resampling things. The output is via a microRendu set to NAA output mode. The microRendu is connected to an inexpensive DAC (~$200 USD) and playing analog into my integrated amp. Hi JR, In this field test, the same sonicTransporter was BOTH Roon Core AND HQPlayer up-sampler at the same time? Both on the same sonicTransporter? So when you mention Roon, just for clarity, do you mean Roon Core? Cheers Link to comment
vortecjr Posted April 5, 2018 Author Share Posted April 5, 2018 27 minutes ago, Em2016 said: Hi JR, In this field test, the same sonicTransporter was BOTH Roon Core AND HQPlayer up-sampler at the same time? Both on the same sonicTransporter? So when you mention Roon, just for clarity, do you mean Roon Core? Cheers Im not certain about the terminology, but yes both running on the same unit headless. SONORE computer audio | opticalRendu | ultraRendu | microRendu | Signature Rendu SE | endPoint | opticalModule DX | Power Supplies | Link to comment
asdf1000 Posted April 5, 2018 Share Posted April 5, 2018 5 minutes ago, vortecjr said: Im not certain about the terminology, but yes both running on the same unit headless. Thanks JR - both running on the same unit makes it clearer. When is this coming? Estimated date :-) Link to comment
MikeJazz Posted April 5, 2018 Share Posted April 5, 2018 This is very interesting! http://www.computeraudiophile.com/members/mikejazz/ funded this campain: http://igg.me/at/geekpulseaudio/x/5216671 Link to comment
vortecjr Posted April 7, 2018 Author Share Posted April 7, 2018 Maybe this week...fingers crossed. SONORE computer audio | opticalRendu | ultraRendu | microRendu | Signature Rendu SE | endPoint | opticalModule DX | Power Supplies | Link to comment
asdf1000 Posted April 7, 2018 Share Posted April 7, 2018 14 minutes ago, vortecjr said: Maybe this week...fingers crossed. Nice. Have you been able to use these attached settings on the sonicT i7 running Roon? Or does it struggle? It doesn't have to be to this same DAC but any DSD512 DAC you have, like the iFi iDSD. Link to comment
jamesg11 Posted April 7, 2018 Share Posted April 7, 2018 18 hours ago, Em2016 said: Nice. Have you been able to use these attached settings on the sonicT i7 running Roon? Or does it struggle? It doesn't have to be to this same DAC but any DSD512 DAC you have, like the iFi iDSD. Waiting ... to see an answer on this ... asdf1000 1 macmini M1>ethernet / elgar iso tran(2.5kVa, .0005pfd)>consonance pw-3 boards>ghent ethernet(et linkway cat8 jssg360)>etherRegen(js-2)>ghent ethernet(et linkway cat8 jssg360) >ultraRendu (clones lpsu>lps1.2)>curious regen link>rme adi-2 dac(js-2)>cawsey cables>naquadria sp2 passive pre> 1.naquadria lucien mkII.5 power>elac fs249be + elac 4pi plus.2> 2.perreaux9000b(mods)>2x naquadria 12” passive subs. Link to comment
R1200CL Posted April 8, 2018 Share Posted April 8, 2018 Will HQPlayer work 30 minutes before purchase a license ? Can we hope for a introducing offer for HQPlayer embedded, as it’s quite expensive ? Can you explain a bit better why Roon extensions can’t be added ? I was under the impression that this would be a very easy thing to add. What security risk ? For you or for the user ? Link to comment
vortecjr Posted April 8, 2018 Author Share Posted April 8, 2018 On 4/6/2018 at 10:45 PM, Em2016 said: Nice. Have you been able to use these attached settings on the sonicT i7 running Roon? Or does it struggle? It doesn't have to be to this same DAC but any DSD512 DAC you have, like the iFi iDSD. I don’t know because I only have the i5 here. SONORE computer audio | opticalRendu | ultraRendu | microRendu | Signature Rendu SE | endPoint | opticalModule DX | Power Supplies | Link to comment
vortecjr Posted April 8, 2018 Author Share Posted April 8, 2018 9 hours ago, R1200CL said: Will HQPlayer work 30 minuets before purchase a license ? Can we hope for a introducing offer for HQPlayer embedded, as it’s quite expensive ? Can you explain a bit better why Roon extensions can’t be added ? I was under the impression that this would be a very easy thing to add. What security risk ? For you or for the user ? That is a question for Andrew and Jussi...I’m not the developer of these servers. Use your imagination and anything you can come up with can be done with a plug-in including evil things. SONORE computer audio | opticalRendu | ultraRendu | microRendu | Signature Rendu SE | endPoint | opticalModule DX | Power Supplies | Link to comment
asdf1000 Posted April 8, 2018 Share Posted April 8, 2018 4 hours ago, vortecjr said: I don’t know because I only have the i5 here. Can you ask @agillis to try these settings on the sonicT i7 and report back? Link to comment
jamesg11 Posted April 9, 2018 Share Posted April 9, 2018 8 hours ago, Em2016 said: Can you ask @agillis to try these settings on the sonicT i7 and report back? Yes, important information, this, for prospective customers. asdf1000 1 macmini M1>ethernet / elgar iso tran(2.5kVa, .0005pfd)>consonance pw-3 boards>ghent ethernet(et linkway cat8 jssg360)>etherRegen(js-2)>ghent ethernet(et linkway cat8 jssg360) >ultraRendu (clones lpsu>lps1.2)>curious regen link>rme adi-2 dac(js-2)>cawsey cables>naquadria sp2 passive pre> 1.naquadria lucien mkII.5 power>elac fs249be + elac 4pi plus.2> 2.perreaux9000b(mods)>2x naquadria 12” passive subs. Link to comment
agillis Posted April 9, 2018 Share Posted April 9, 2018 On 4/8/2018 at 3:33 AM, R1200CL said: Will HQPlayer work 30 minuets before purchase a license ? Can we hope for a introducing offer for HQPlayer embedded, as it’s quite expensive ? Can you explain a bit better why Roon extensions can’t be added ? I was under the impression that this would be a very easy thing to add. What security risk ? For you or for the user ? HQplayer embedded runs for 30 minutes without a license! Roon extensions are not that easy to add. But we are working on it. DSD512 upsampling works fine on the sonicTransporter i7 R1200CL 1 agillis Small Green Computer http://www.smallgreencomputer.com/ Link to comment
asdf1000 Posted April 9, 2018 Share Posted April 9, 2018 6 hours ago, agillis said: DSD512 upsampling works fine on the sonicTransporter i7 Hi Andrew. To be clearer, can you confirm the attached HQPlayer settings work with the sonicT i7, running Roon on the same machine? Doesn’t have to be with this DAC shown below - any DSD512 DAC you have is fine. What CPU usage do you get with these particular settings? Appreciated. Link to comment
Kilauea50 Posted April 9, 2018 Share Posted April 9, 2018 I see 2.6 is up but it is not updating for me. Is this a purchased upgrade? Link to comment
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