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EtherStream Network Switch review on Positive Feedback by Tom Gibbs

 

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The first review for EtherStream Network Switch is finally published. It was reviewed by Tom Gibbs who review Fidelizer 6 software years back. At the time most people were skeptical towards software optimizations and I’m thankful he gave Fidelizer a chance in his system.

After EtherStream product design is finalized, I sent units to early reviewers to reviewed Fidelizer software before. I didn’t expect to have a lot of orders from local dealers so I could send one at the time and Tom Gibbs is the first reviewer who received EtherStream.

EtherStream was thoroughly tested in his systems over there with various scenarios including video streaming which is also very effective. This is his conclusion after months of reviewing product with network related applications.

Positive Feedback

My hat is off to Keetakawee Punpeng for all of his brilliant efforts in the service of improving the streaming quality of Ethernet and digital sources—well done! Years ago, when I first encountered Fidelizer—and based on the prevailing attitudes on the internet audio forums—you’d have to be certifiably mad to even think about chancing its use in your system. When in actuality, he was one of the few really forward looking individuals out there willing to push the envelope and take the chances necessary to improve the quality of digital music playback. That brilliance continues with the EtherStream; the improvements wrought by this unobtrusive device across the entire spectrum of internet-connected devices is staggeringly good. Very highly recommended!

I’m happy to see video applications being mentioned in audio review too. EtherStream is very effective in media streaming applications also so I highly recommend to read his full review and check product information to see how it can be effective in your systems.

Re-introducing NimitraOS, I think it’s time to address Nimitra’s platform and features properly

Last year I was so busy preparing and shipping a few Nimitra units including some special custom order ones. This year I have a bit of time to develop and research on various things and today I realize it’s time to properly re-address about Nimitra’s core competencies in software.

Back then the idea of introducing software features in Nimitra as OS sounds technically incorrect since OS is Windows 10 and doesn’t sound sincere. That’s what I thought and introduced as Nimitra Edition Platform with a bit too short description since I was too focused on sound quality alone.

While I was working on Nimitra updates recently, I realized I didn’t mention many useful features I developed at all. And thinking again most Linux-based OS are actually distros packed with different kernel and software. Some are actually dressed popular distros or tweaked ones.

So, it would sound appropriate address these features in platform as OS for user to understand Nimitra better and I’ll name it NimitraOS. At least this should make more sense than Windows 10 Nimitra Edition Platform. I updated NimitraOS in Nimitra product page as below.

 

NimitraOS: Fidelized Windows 10 Platform for audiophiles

 

Windows 10 comes with many features unrelated to audio solutions. Some may tweak OS to disable unused features and services. NimitraOS optimizes at roots by removing all non-audio features from installation itself, with dedicated optimizations to maximize audio performance.

 

Fidelized Windows 10 Pro debloating performance

 

This reduces RAM usage to only 1GB in fully operational mode with special version of Fidelizer as CAS platform using specialized optimizations that can ready your system in about 30 seconds from power on. NimitraOS is the most solid Windows platform optimized for audiophiles.

NimitraOS also come with assistant software maintaining products and services used in Nimitra such as maintaining library database with storage changes on Asset/JRiver/MinimServer automatically. JPLAY services are handled with audio detection providing smoothest experience.

Audio drivers will no longer trouble NimitraOS with over 500 latest drivers integrated providing bit-perfect playback with manufacturer’s driver as true plug and play. There’s also Teamviewer support to assist with software and driver update remotely.

 

I hope this will help you understanding Nimitra Computer Audio Server better on software improvements side. It’s not just trimmed down OS with audio optimizations but also packed with a lot of quality of life features making complexed things done simpler. 🙂

Things I realized while refactoring USB audio drivers for Nimitra server

 

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Today I refactored USB audio drivers for Nimitra server and update latest drivers from possible sources I found for 2019 update. While during driver update for whole night, I realized something interesting.

 

1. Many clients are computer illiterate and I often see my Fidelizer clients asking his friends to setup with driver. Companies not providing public driver support will cause a lot of trouble for their clients who don’t setup driver themselves. I’m sure they have their reasons but refusing to provide public driver download can cause clients returning products due to unexpected issues.

2. Driver download should be easily accessible. Some companies don’t provide driver download in product or support page and browsing through site’s structure to find downloadable content can make some people giving up on trying. Some companies also made a good decision to adopt single technology and make universal driver for all products which is very nice.

3. Products with more up to date drivers will take higher priority on customer’s checklist. Some used to be famous products gaining less attention due to using legacy XMOS driver version 1.61 and newer Windows 10 with updates may have strange issues for some.

 

I also saw a few companies leaving industry and some redirected audiophile website to some random shops instead which is kinda sad too. Computer audio should be easier to use with less trouble and I hope Nimitra can help getting better audio experience with passionate products.

Thank you for supporting EtherStream Network Switch with 16 units sold in first week (38 including pre-global)

 

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First of all, I’m very thankful to understanding clients. I gave a lot of thoughts whether I should launch this solution as a product or not because it can lead to controversial topics. With encouragement from friends and clients in Thailand, I decided to publish it as a product.

Learning from mistakes in Nikola that I couldn’t deliver product to local retailers in timely fashion, I tried to sell products to local retailers first until they get enough for their clients. I didn’t expect to sell over 20 units before global launch as audiophile network switch is quite new in Thailand.

The first EtherStream order was sold in June 2019 to one local NimitraS client who happened to ask about network switch upgrade when I was improving streaming media with network switch modification. After that, I brought to many rooms testing many applications. I also tested with my dad’s TV too.

Some may consider EtherStream as a simply cash grab network switch mods at glance. If you read behind my story in product page, you can see I also put a lot of effort with many products in market for years. I wouldn’t push something if it’s not more effective than what I can already buy myself.

Launching EtherStream product reminds me when I first started sharing Fidelizer software. I faced the similar hardship again and I’m mentally prepared to be misunderstood for a while this time. I’m glad to know that I have you guys support. EtherStream will certainly make you smile. 🙂

Fidelizer Upgrade Program – 3,900th purchase offer

 

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Today we’ve reached 3,900th milestone now in this month. As a reminder to inform customers that they receive refund for returning customer purchase, I’m running purchase offer again in this week. I also sent partial refund back for customer who placed an order on 4th November 2019.

 

Fidelizer Plus: US $39.95 —> $34.95 (Until 10th November 2019)
Fidelizer Pro: US $69.95 —> $59.95 (Until 10th November 2019)

 

This offer will last until Until 10th November 2019. Discount rate is the same as purchasing Fidelizer software again so new customer and returning customer will get the same price. You may order again anytime and receive partial-refund as discount later after this campaign is over.

I hope this will be good chance for you to consider applying Fidelizer Upgrade Program software. You can also click on “Fidelizer Upgrade Program” button and click “Order Fidelizer” button in Fidelizer free version software. 🙂