Wolfbane Posted February 6, 2016 Share Posted February 6, 2016 I'm taking advantage of a 30 day period where I can access a media player on my PC for free. Its called a Media Player but I'm just interested in test driving the Audio Component capabilities at the present time. In addition to allowing me to play DSD and DXD audio files through my DAC I'm pretty impressed with the ability to use this software's controls in place of a pre-amp including bass management, etc. There are a number of reviews of this software including this 2012 on-line review here: http://thedigitallifestyle.com/w/index.php/2012/07/24/mini-review-j-river-media-center-also-how-to-use-it-as-an-audio-output-for-windows-media-center-and-others/ I have no affiliation. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
avguytx Posted February 6, 2016 Share Posted February 6, 2016 I've been using it a few years now...on MC20. Have no problems with it for music and movies. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dingman Posted February 6, 2016 Share Posted February 6, 2016 (edited) I have had problems with Jriver - Annoying issues with ripping and burning. I'll have to find another solution for those two functions. But I'll keep using it, for sure. For playback and playlists and display - it's great , no problems there at all. And it's incredibly versatile (like the pre-amp settings you mentioned). A little pricey if you want to upgrade each year (I'm in my 5th year with it) compared to some other offerings. Edited February 6, 2016 by Dingman Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wolfbane Posted February 6, 2016 Author Share Posted February 6, 2016 I have had problems with Jriver - Annoying issues with ripping and burning. I'll have to find another solution for those two functions. But I'll keep using it, for sure. For playback and playlists and display - it's great , no problems there at all. And it's incredibly versatile (like the pre-amp settings you mentioned). A little pricey if you want to upgrade each year (I'm in my 5th year with it) compared to some other offerings. I use Media Monkey and/or Exact Audio Copy for ripping and burning. Both were Free. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gnote Posted February 6, 2016 Share Posted February 6, 2016 I've used JRiver for years . It's amazing the things you can use it for ! You can even use it as a crossover. I love it but there always seems to be a few issues. Still highly recommend it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wolfbane Posted February 6, 2016 Author Share Posted February 6, 2016 I see you can even setup your PC for control from a remote. Something I don't plan on trying. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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