Here’s another feedback today. It’s been a while since last customer feedback with JPLAY and Audiophile Optimizer.

Hi,

There’s been some debate as to the effectiveness and even need to improve the computer streaming into the microRendu. Many believe what happens to the stream before the microRendu is purified by going through the microRendu itself. Thus the theory there is no need for upgraded computers or software to optimize your computer such as WSY2K12v2, AudiophileOptimizer, Fidelizer, etc.

All I can say is either my ears are defective or I’m a major victim of psychoacoustics.
NOT!
Each upgrade to my PC and Server, like linear power supplies, custom SATA cables, power cords, etc., can be heard through the microRendu.

As for software optimizations, the Sonore microRendu and Ultracap LPS-1 easily resolve and reveal the improvements they bring to the table.

Switch from Windows 8 or 10 to WSY2K12v2 (Windows Server 2012 v2), and you’ll easily hear the difference. More blackness, better spatial cues, better defined bass, a significant improvement in every audiophile term. Add Audiophil’s AudiophileOptimizer (It now works with Windows 10 and WSY2K12v2.) and place your system in minimal server or core mode and your listening experience will be in for a thrill.

I’ve recently upgraded to Fidelizer Pro. I’d used the free version for several months. Fidelizer Trial version really makes quite a difference by itself. Fidelizer Trial improves the musicality of your system. It’s very noticeable even when used by itself or with AudiophileOptimizer. The easiest way to hear the difference is not to activate the software after it’s been installed for a while. If you’re not careful you’ll be tempted to think something is broken in your system. Then, “Aha, I forgot to use Fidelizer.” Soon your system will be “right” again once you activate it.

Ok all true. Use the above software and you’ll think you bought a new DAC.

But upgrade from Fidelizer to Fidelizer Pro, (about $60 USA) and you’ll think you splurged on a Lampizator Golden Gate. (Unless, that is, you already own one, and you’ll be even more amazed at what Fidelizer Pro does!)

In simple terms, the use of Fidelizer Pro is mesmerizing. It’s hard to leave your system because suddenly your system will possess that “real sound” you’ve been searching for. And yes, it’s clearly to be heard across the network and via the microRendu.

Liquidity is a term I’d use to describe what it’s done for my system. Percussive instruments like the piano and drums resonate with a rhythmic attack that wasn’t there before. Instruments and vocals appear out of a black space. The soundstage extends beyond the perimeter of your listening room both front to back and side to side.
I dare you to play “Acadie” or “Shine” by Daniel Lanois and try to move before the album is over.

My final word, if you’ve been using the Fidelizer free trial version for several months and haven’t upgraded to the Pro version, (like I did) for shame. The author of Fidelizer, Keetakawee, deserves your support for a job well done.

And one more time. The microRendu is a great piece of kit that can be further enhanced across the network by the use of Fidelizer Pro.

Steven G. Rowan

Good feedback about streaming audio. Just in time for Tidal with MQA update. 🙂