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The processes listed here http://www.computeraudiophile.com/content/Mac-OS-X-tweaks-decrease-overhead-music-server seem to work really well.
Those are a great start for those wanting to research, test and make their own mods. The Amarra website also has a good list of tweaks (similar to the ones you linked to). Our service is for those that don't have the time or desire to spend their time this way. Our mods take things a lot further too. Our Mach2 MacMini's replaced two MacMini's at RMAF. One was a 2010 model with the mods you linked to, and a few more. Those that heard the A/B tests all agreed it wasn't even close. In both instances we were asked if our Mach2 MacMini could be used for the rest of the show.We ended being in the GR Research/dB Audio Labs/Dodd Audio/Pi audio group room, and the GIK Acoustics/BPT, Empirical Audio/Salk room. Some people enjoy researching and learning about how to mod things. They enjoy the testing, and the work involved doesn't seem like work at all. It can be great fun and of course, its free.Others prefer to buy something that sounds great from the beginning and just enjoying the music. For those people we provide our service. We are just providing an option for folks. Darrell
That's all great but I still would like to know where $1495 goes. I would imagine that $1495 includes the price of a new mini. Right? You posted that if someone owns their own machine it costs $395. So where does the other $1100 go?
from mach2music website:"We provide a new 2010 Unibody Mac Mini with a 40-GB Solid State Hard Drive and 4-GB of system memory. For Music storage, a 320GB external hard drive will be provided. For an additional cost this can upgraded to 500GB or 1TB. "
$1100 is a lot of money if that's all that's done. I have a 120GB OCZ Vertex drive and 4GB and it was MUCH less then $1100. Oh well. It is what it is, guess I'll continue with what I have and stop asking questions that aren't going to be answered about why I should purchase this unit that PI Audio recommends.
A 2010 Mac Mini (2.4GHz) with 4GB RAM and 320GB hard drive is $800. I don't know which 40GB SSD is installed, but there are eight sold by Newegg from $100 to $125. After the replacement, the stock 320GB drive can be installed into the external USB hard drive case. I also don't know which external USB case is provided, but the total cost of parts could be ~ $1000. An extra $100 or so for physical hardware install/swapping, reinstallation of OS and testing labor is not outlandish. Steve
Hardware wise you may have our mods. The others nailed the $1100 cost question perfectly. In short we spend $1020 for the hardware, tax, shipping and $80 to install the Solid State Drive. I tried getting free hardware from the Hardware Fairy, but...Our software mods far exceed the ones you linked to previously, and we make it so people don't have to spend the time hunting down tweaks, testing them, etc. Obviously you have a tweaked system and aren't interested in on of our systems. That's 100% fine, but I have several orders to fill for folks that heard the Mach2 MacMini, loved it, and want one. I will focus on that, and the questions of potential customers.Mach2 Music wants to supply MacMinis to those that hear about what we are doing, like it, and want a system. I have no desire to try to convert folks or argue with folks for any reason. Audio is supposed to be FUN, not a PITA
Here's something else for MacMini folks to try:http://sbooth.org/AyreWave/
From someone who has spent thousands with PI Audio I'm surprised with your attitude. I've spent a bunch with Dave and have always recommended him to others on this forum. It's really a shame that you are tarnishing that...This is not what I expected from someone who rolls with GR, Dodd and PI Audio.
Now, if Mach2 could only figure out how to not pay $699.00 for the Mini, THAT would be something.Dave
Can it be controlled with ipod, iphone or ipad?Can it run Amarra?Do you guys stand behind your product - support/warranty/future upgrades?Thanks
I for 1 fully understand both your company's position and the reason for your frustration here. I'm sure there are many AC members who will appreciate what you're doing for them. Cheers,Robin
As a complete computer dummy I greatly appreciate what mach2music offer. While $3,300 for a SOTA full digital front end (optimized Mini, Tranquility DAC, cable, iPod, 1 TB HD) is amazing, unfortunately its just too rich for my blood.And I can't imagine even getting close to this level of playback or features any other way.