Accustic Arts

Pubul57, I just got a Accustic Arts Dac 1-MK4 yesterday and enjoying it.

I have a ARC cd3 Mk2 and hooked it up right now using it as the transport via AES Stealth Sextet digital cable. Did you compare the ARC cd3 transport against the Accustic Arts Drive 1-MK2 and if so what were your thoughts. I am really impressed so far with this Dac, I am going to be getting the Drive to hear for my self and do comparisons.

My set-up is Eggleston Andra 2's, McIntosh 501's, Arc Ref3 pre., McIntosh 300 Music Server for background music, Server connected to Dac using a Stealth Sextet digital cable also. Only two sets of interconnects both in balanced (XLR connection) Virtual Dynamics Revelation 2.0, speaker cables VD Sig's and waiting for VD Genesis 6 ft bi-wire. Power cords Shunyata Phython Helex Alpha and VD but I want to get some Stealth Dream power cords and I also want to try the Indra interconnects.

I am waiting for a Supratek Sauv. line stage pre. to arrive, suppose to better than my Ref3, this will be interesting.

Once I have this combo for a while and I am familiar with the characteristics then I am going to get a Bent Tap to audition.

Teejay, you have this combo "AA & Bent Tap" and have I read your threads, very informative, Thanks. A friend of mine has the Placette and also wants to hear the difference.

Teejay I use to have the Mag. 20's in my main system, they are a marvelous speakers so I am very familiar with the sound characteristics. The system that I'm refering to right now is not my main system.

While I'm sitting responding I am listening, this Dac is amazing.

Teajay, I just returned the ARC CD Ref7 today that I had for two weeks and do not miss it in anyway. The ARC CD Ref7 even had to it's advantage "synergy" hooked up with my ARC Ref3 pre. but still not even close to the "AA".

The Ref7 is better than my ARC CD3 MK2 which is a great one piece player.

When I put the Accustic Arts Dac1 MK4 in my system using the ARC CD3 MK2 as the transport the improvement was huge.

I ordered the Line Drive1 MK2 and I am getting it today, I want to see if it is an improvement over my ARC CD3 MK2.

It's going to be hard though because the Dac was broken in but the Line isn't, what is the break in time for this unit?

Anyone using this "AA combo" what power cords have you tried and what were the differences?

ISOLATION platforms, any difference to the sound and if so what. On my ARC CD3 tried numerous, no improvement which I look as being good because that means to me that ARC has really addressed vibration.

Power conditioners on this unit make any major difference?, again the ARC did not seem to care.

Teajay I saw your thread about Running Springs Jaco, what are you currently using and what do you have hooked up.

I have 6 designated lines for this set-up and I believe my power must be very good because I have tried many power conditioners and really can't say that I have benefited from any. Only lets me sleep better knowing my gear is double protected because I also have G.F.I.'s right at the board. Any surges, spikes coming in will pop the G.F.I. before getting to my gear. The G.F.I.s do not clean up the power its self.

I have 2- Shunyata Hydra 2's for mono blocks
Richard Grey Pro 4 for components
BRT BP-3.5 Sig. not being used right now

Okay Jeffreybowman2k so what's up? Above on the fifth in your thread above you wrote you love the "AA" but now five days later being today I noticed it's up for sale and you mention you are going in a different direction, so come on what direction is this?

Well I got my new AA Line Drive1 MK2 a few days ago, right out of the box hooked-up it sounds as good as my ARC/AA combo but not better. I know I am being impatient but my expectations are high. As time passes by and the unit breaks in it needs to improve allot and surpass the ARC as a transport or I will have to look for another transport. My reasoning for this is because it is an expensive transport, costing more than my ARC cd3 MK2. The later can be used as a cd player and transport so my thoughts are this AA transport should be allot better.

Tbg so we meet again, I still have not been contacted by anyone nor have my questions ever been answered regarding the H-CAT pre, I've given up on them. I have the Supratek Sauv. line coming and after that the Bent Tap. and both companies contacted me right away and answered any and all of my questions, I guess it shows because they are getting my business. I could only imagine if one had any problems with the unit or needed some questions answered after they invested money, I received allot of emails from other members with only negative experiences.

I recently placed an order for Virtual Dynamic Genesis bi-wired speakers cables, supose to be sent arround the 24th so that will be interesting.

The Stealth power cables you got, they are suppose to be amazing and I want to get some also along with the Indra balanced interconnect but not for a while.

Teajay those are some great reviews you did on both AA pieces, very informative Thanks.
Are my expectations to high for this transport? have you tried any other transports with the Dac? I was thinking of the Oracle 2000, CEC.
What are your thoughts?

I'm not wanting to jump the gun, the transport being new and all but I was sent a few emails saying not to expect huge but only slight improvements and that the biggest improvement is the dac.

Anyone reading this I don't want you to take my context in the wrong way, I am very happy with the sound that I am getting. I almost bought a Audio Research Ref7 cd player and this combo is just in a whole different league along with being the best I have had in my system but always looking at improvements.

Tbg the Esoteric X-01 LE is a great piece, I have not owned one but a friend does and loves it. What were the dcs and EMM pieces you owned?

Regarding the H-Cat you said "H-Cat users who listened first and asked questions afterwards."

Are you insinuating that I should not ask questions first? if you are I don't agree. Tbg this company has gone to the extent of giving a fictitious dealers name for in my area, no one knows of such along with the phone directory, business directory's etc. what a way of doing business and Roger him self has never given me any address or phone number.

Tbg before you buy anything or look at trying something are you implying that you don't ask questions prior? if this was true I don't believe we would have these threads.

Tbg, I was not personally attacking you but the fact making a true statement of my experience with H-CAT. so your sarcasm has no merits.

You seem to be so deffensive and sensitive when talking about H-CAT so there must be more to it than you are letting on.

Anyways enjoy, this thread is suppose to be for "AA" not H-CAT.

Teajay thanks you for the info. I am using Stealth Sextet digital, my favourite. You are correct I do need to give the Drive time to break-in I have just been spoiled by the Dac. Regarding the conditioners you are using thanks for clarifying.

Jeffreybowman2k, firstly I did not start this thread as you have stated, secondly I was not trying to harass anyone so you are obviously very confused and need to review before you make such a allegations.

I love opinions of others but you need to get your facts straight.

Enjoy I am.

Hi Pubul57 Thanks for the info. I just sold my ARC3 MK2 the other night when I put it back in my system for the guy to listen to I could not believe the difference.
The "AA" is in a whole different league, well I suppose the ARC was really a good player for it's time.

Teajay it doesn't look like I am going to get that Oracle to demo in my system so today I decided to just order one. I went with the 2000 transport because that is what I'm after, it has the Philips CD PRO 2 laser drive which is suppose to be very good.

Soon I will be getting my VD Genesis speaker cables and Supratek pre amp. and Sistrum Audio stand and amp and speaker stands and should be fun.

I referred the Indra cables to some one I know to try in his system and he said so far that he is not impressed. He said that they sound clinical in comparison to VD Masters and Revelation series. I was shocked to hear this, I suggested that he should contact Stealth with his serial numbers on the cables to confirm that they are the latest version because he bought it used and could be an older version.

He wants to trade so I was very interested but unfortunately they are rca to rca and I run balanced configuration darn it.

I have not heard anyone say this who has used Indra, any thoughts?

Regarding the AA dac, I spoke to some one today, the same guy who has the Oracle 2000 and AA dac MK4 he said that he has double roller blocks underneath the dac and really likes the result, ever tried it?

The Sistrum stands that I have coming will be really interesting. The same guy who is not sure of the Indra cable bought the Sistrum SP-101's and put them under his JM-Lab Nova BE speakers and said that he noticed a large improvement over all and is really impressed.

Tbg, they really are wonderful pieces and I am also really enjoying them but you know how we all are always wanting to better our systems?

Well I have always wanted to try the Oracle product, actually the 2000 transport only because I have heard that it is really a great piece.

I have been in communication with an individual "Ron" who had bought the DacMK3 and original Drive prior, two years ago and replaced the DacMK3 with the DacMK4 last year.

The Drive MK2 was not available so he had a opportunity to try a Oracle 2000 transport. He told me that he first just put the Oracle in his system replacing his Drive to see what it could do, he said the unit was already broken-in, he said he was in total awe with the improvement over all and did not expect such an improvement. Then he put in the Dac MK4 and even more improvement over the Dac MK3 so I had no choice but to order one. I just have to find out for myself, suppose to get it in a weeks time. Ron the guy who I have been talking with says it's a no brainer and that the difference are "quantum leaps" and that I am going to be in for a major shock.

I hope so but my expectations are that if the 2000 equals my Drive MK2 I will be keeping it because I really like the look and have always wanted one.

Tbg was there that much of a difference once you put the IsoClean fuses in?

What was the noticeable difference?

I actually have not yet tried changing any fuses yet.

Ron the guy I met recently told me if I wanted a good bang for my buck was to get some HiFi Tuning fuses, he said he that he prefered them over the IcoClean fuses.

I have not tried either as of yet so I don't know.

Anyone else who has tried these fuses or any others if you could describe the benefits over the stock L-cheapos that are standard in the units.

Teajay have you changed these fuses?

I have heard that the Halcyonics is suppose to be great isolation platform so I can only imagine the improvement you must be getting from using them.

How many hours do you have on your "AA" pieces now?

Are you enjoying them?

Optarchie, I have heard that this player is suppose to be good but have not heard anyone comparing it up against the "AA" combo as of yet.

By making your statement are you suggesting that you have? if so what were the difference.

I have read the review, but it's only a review.

Have you actually done a comparison?

Hi Teajay, I heard the same from another owner of a P3/D3 combo which is just so bizarre.

So what's all the talk about these pieces? I have to say that I have not heard them so I can't personally comment.

I received an email from someone saying the AMR destroys the "AA" combo but to only find out that this person has never even heard the "AA" combo. Took some doing of emails going back and forth and at the end to find out that this person is a actual dealer of the product.

I have never heard the AMR unit and plan on it when I can get my hands on one but I believe that there is just allot of hype going on.

I had a Zanden in my system for the last two days, please this unit isn't as good as all the hype I've heard either. I was expecting it to beat on the "AA" DAC. This was not the latest and greatest unit which I have heard is greatly improved over the one I had. I can say any "AA" owners be grateful with what you have, I was so happy to get mine back into my system and the three other individuals that heard the two were in agreement.

If Tbg is correct about the components of the AMR unit along with the comments that I have read comparing it to the Zanden saying that it is as good or close which I believe is the same model that I had, no worries "AA" OWNERS.

If you refer back to my prior thread about one of my friends with the dcs gear well without me knowing he went out and purchased the "AA" COMBO. How I found out was he was one of the individuals that was over and heard the Zanden in my system and remarked I'm so happy with my "AA" COMBO.

I'm still awaiting for my Oracle 2000 transport to arrive, I have been told the break-in will take some time.

I had mentioned that I was awaiting for some Sistrum product to arrive well it did. I bought a SP-6 STAND and a pair of SP-1 platforms and the coupling disc's off of Megapixel. I want everyone to BEWARE! of Magapixel. The SP-6 stand I bought was suppose to be "brand new" as per his ad, as per the Link that he provided in his ad the same product. I actually confirmed with him prior to buying that it was the same unit as on the Sistrum site but what I received was not. The unit was only partially new!and not the same. The pair of SP-1's were also of different finish not matching each other. I contacted the seller inquiring about the situation, I asked to be refunded my money back and I would send the product back. He was reluctant to do so and replied back with a lessor amount back than I had paid. He said if you wanted that unit you should of bought it from them and you would of paid more, his remark about the pair of SP-1's being different was that the sound won't be effected by this. We went back and forth and got no where, Robert from Sistrum was so nice that he is helping me out with this situation so it won't cost me a whole lot to get what I was actually suppose to be getting. I was shocked though because this seller has a good feedback so if you plan on buying from him be cautious.

I have been emailed by numerous members asking to post my findings regarding the Oracle 2000 transport compared to the Accustic Arts Drive MK2, I had not because I did not want to offend any "AA" owners but at the same time I would like to know myself and obviously by the emails I keep recieving others would to also so here we go.

If you have been following along with what I have been up to you will read that I am really impressed with the "AA" Dac MK4 so I went out and purchased the Drive MK2 (TRANSPORT)

This really is a great combo but when I first heard the improvement of what the MK4 dac made it really impressed me because I was almost going to buy a Audio Research Ref7 player but the "AA" surpassed it in every way in my system.

I had the "AA" combo in my system for some time and was really impressed with the sound, friends that came over were also to the extent of selling of their combos and single players and getting "AA" gear.

Then I was introduced to this guy who told me what he had been up too over the past year or so and currently has the "AA" and "Oracle" combo.

I wanted to buy one used but non seem to come up used so I had no choice and ordered a new one.

I use the Stealth Sextet digital but with Stealth's connectors. Make sure if you buy any Stealth product that you get their connectors and not the cheaper neutrik ones because there is a big difference, I was told by Serg. that they are as important as the actual cables. I have tried many digital's and I don't search any more, nor do any of my friends who have Stealth.

Teajay has really done a great job in his reviews regarding "AA" dac and transport along with Stealth.

The Oracle is what I was looking for in a WOW! factor. This combo with my Accustic Arts Dac MK4 is just amazing. I originally was using a Arc cd3 MK2 as the transport and then got the "AA" Drive MK2 to replace it. The "AA" is better but not by much so my search was on. The Oracle just left me in awe from the get go with the very first piece of music put on and has not stopped, it's that good. This is a brand new unit not even broken in, how is this possible. It reminded me of the same feelings I had when I first put the "AA" DAC into my system.

It just improves everything, I could go on and on. All you "AA" users need to get one to demo, this one is a no brain-er.

I had a Metronome Kallistro Ref transport the I was considering buying and compared it up against the Oracle and really could not say which one was better, it was that close. Now this was hooked-up with my "AA" Dac MK4 and Stealth Sextet so other combos might differ.

I called over some friends to get their opinions, I don't care what gear it is. I am just after the best performance I can get out of my system. I had six different individuals over and we were all in agreement that the Accustic Arts MK4 and Oracle 2000 is just amazing in my system.

I recently purchased the latest and greatest Stealth Indra with Stealth's connectors (XLR connectors) Say good bye to my Virtual Dynamics.

I just got the Virtual Dynamic 6 ft Genesis bi-wire speaker cables but have not had any time to listen because I was at a 10 day trade show when they arrived, I will be commenting once I hook them up and give them some time. I can say I have never seen a pair of speaker cables built like they are.

I am still awaiting to get my Supratek Sauv. pre, it's sure is taking a long time and I hope it's worth the wait.

Sistrum platforms, get some they really work under your speakers, SP1's or SP101's, contact Robert and mention David referred you and he will take care of you. Every person I know that has tried them now has them under their speakers and are very happy with the improvement over all, it will be the first time you have really actualy ever heard your speakers.

Hassel yes I compared 2000/1000, put it this way if the 1000 was the same as the 2000 I would have a 1000 and would have saved allot of money. They are not the same right from the get go, the design is totally different and the 2000 electronics is modded. They sound different, the four fancy posts on the 2000 are a part of the actual suspension system for vibration, the 2000 just floats in the air.

Hassel regarding Esoteric, read Teajay's review, very accurate and I also prefer the "AA".

Tab110s, 2000/1000 are totally different from design and sound. This is not my main system, I am not yet ready but pics will come once I am. I am still awaiting for my Supratek pre to arrive and still dealing with the guy who ripped me off regarding the Sistrum product so I don't even have the Stand for my gear set-up.

Teajay, I really appreciate your reviews although I have not had a chance to demo the the Bent Tap or conditioners you refer to. Your reviews on the "AA" gear and the Stealth product I give you a thumbs up, my findings are the same. You have taken the time to put together great reviews and used the words that I can appreciate to describe so I have borrowed a part of your review but modified and added so I hope you don't mind.

My findings between the "AA" and "Oracle".

1) A dramatic drop in the noise floor so micro-dynamics and fine details just float out of a totally black background.(Oracle just further improves these areas)

2) More extension on both the top and bottom end, with more precise details/speed/slam, but not in an "etched" or overly dramatic "HIFI" way.(Oracle just further improves these areas again)

3) About a 20 percent increase of the sound stage with more air and space between the individual players on the sound stage.

I can't say what the percent is but from the first piece of music that I listened to the music just flows and breaths completely without any effort or signs of artificiality, it's scary real leaving goose bumps. Every person who has heard the system is left in awe.

All I can say is if you are a "AA" Dac MK4 owner you need to get a Oracle 2000 to demo and find out for your self, you will be impressed.

My current set-up;

Oracle 2000 transport
Accustic Arts Dac MK4
Stealth Sextet AES Digital cable between the two
Stealth latest and greatest Indra (XLR Stealth connectors)from dac to pre, I have been told that not many people have this interconnect as of yet.
Audio Research Ref3 pre (Supratek Sauv. pre on order)
Virtual Dynamic Rev 2.0 from pre to amps, XLR connection.
McIntosh 501's
Eggleston Andra 2's
Sistrum SP1 platforms underneath (Amazing what they do)
Virtual Dynamic Genesis 6 ft bi-wire speaker cables
Shunyata Python, VD power cords
Richard Gray conditioner
BPT conditioner
5 designated electrical lines

When I put in the Stealth Indra brand new in my system, say good by to my VD cable.
I am now planning on getting another Indra to see if it further improves over the VD still in my system. In many conversations my understanding is from the pre to amp is not as critical as from say the source(dac)to pre. I just have to get one to find out for my self.

I would also like to get the Dream speaker cables and power cords, regarding the power cords I have been told that you need your complete system done to fully benefit from the grounding design. You can go to Stealth's web site to get further info. regarding this. I have to say that I am really impressed with Stealth product just make sure to get Stealth's connectors and not the cheaper ones.

Tab110s, I am a bit confused because after I sent my thread I then clicked onto your system and you have listed the Oracle 2000 as a piece but looking at the pic it is sitting on a Altis dac but the dac is then sitting on a box and not in the GPA Monaco equipment stand that you also have listed. So I then clicked onto the Ars amp it says "Don't have one... yet" and the Merlin speakers it says "Not my actual pair."

Kindly clarify

Hassel,
When I did the comparison it was against the 2000 and not the "AA" SORRY but I can't help you there.

The 1000 is a really nice piece and if you are looking for a transport and the 2000 isn't in the budget then for sure it's a contender.

The "AA" dac, I'm really content and over all impressed especially hooked up with my Oracle, this is going to be a real hard combo to improve on. The weakest link in my system I believe is the pair of VD interconnects from my pre to amps but I have to say the way my system is performing right now is the best I have ever heard it and really really enjoying it!

Just to let everyone know, I received an email last night saying there was something wrong with the Metronome that I was demoing. Tom said when he hooked it back up he was not getting the same sound that he recalls getting so something must be wrong. Tom was one of the six individuals that was over when we were doing the comparison. I just got off the phone and he said that he is going to send it back to the manufacturer, sounds to me $$$$$$$. I believe what happened was he just heard a system that either surpassed or equaled what he is use to hearing. While he was at my place he kept commenting on specific pieces of music saying "I have never heard that before" but it was his own music that he listens too. Just in case he reads this or it gets back to him I will say that he did say he was really impressed and said I have some real magic going on.

One last reminder regarding the 2000, if you are going to get one make sure it is the latest version.

Hotbird that puck reminds me of my Sony ES that I had but was just mostly weight with felt on the bottom side, I'm more impressed with Oracle's set-up.

The Oracle addresses these issues in other ways. One area being when you actually install your disc onto the platform the fit is very precise, when you go to take the actual disc back off a suction has been created holding the disc in place and then releases, this is without the actual puck in place. Now the puck it's self is special, it has a Urethane compound ring that acts as a vibration damping trap and adheres to the disc. You have to peel the disc off from the clamp when you change the disc. I have put many disc's on and there has been no loss of adhesion but if it occures Oracle recommends you clean it with methyated spirits.

Once you put your disc on and then the magnetic clamp you must then install the aluminum top cover which is a very precise fit. When you remove and replace this you can actually see the the whole unit move up and down. The suspension is very precise and they give you a calibration tool to assist in accurate measurement and calibration of each suspension tower located on all four corners. With every piece of music you actually push the disc reset button to initialize the selected disc.

At the beginning I found it a little strange but now I'm use to it.

The remote is all Aluminum, front and back ensuring quality and is very serious in weight and finish.

The unit even has a separate power supply that is connected via 15 pin DC input which to me is good design wise and well thought out.

Pictures don't do justice for this piece, it's art and a statement on it's own. Every person who has come over since I got it are very impressed, can't wait to hear it and then I pass them the remote and they comment saying they have never seen anything like this before, right down to the remote is screaming quality.

Hotbird if you look at suggested list the "AA" $6500.00 and the Oracle around $8500.00 but when it actually comes to purchasing the "AA" for some reason is heavily discounted more so then the Oracle.

Regarding the mats that are being referred to here, the actual pin on the "AA" is short so I would be careful which mat you use because it would not be a pretty sight if while spinning comes off.

I am wondering who is aware that there are two versions of the "AA" because no one has ever mentioned this. The way you can tell is by the remote, if your remote is straight at the front end when aiming at your "AA" and rounded at the bottom end (other end) then you have the latest "AA" TRANSPORT.

Just like other companies out there they make minor changes and do not say anything, my ARC Ref3 for example; the current one has different caps and the actual tubes are different, they did not tell people right up front along with they did not recall the unit a MK2 version.(people who know, some prefer the older version saying it sounds better and some say the newer version is better)

This actually bothers me, I believe manufactures should make it known if they make any changes. If it's a remote who cares but when they start making changes within the unit the end user should be made aware of this, come on changing caps and actual tubes defiantly makes a difference in the sound.

I personally have knowledge of this because I had some issues when I bought my new "AA" transport, two bad ones and one good. First unit I received the plunger button too stop the disc was defective, it would stay in when you pushed it so you would now not be able to listen to music, also would not play some disc's and lastly while playing would just stop. The second unit I received brand new, the actual Philips cd transport was not secured and the screws were loose within the unit, I couldn't believe it. The last unit was perfect, no problems what so ever. The first unit had the straight remote with fairly sharp edges, did not get that far to check the second unit but the last one I received had one end rounded and the actual sharp edges were removed. I have to say I was really frustrated at the time but I was taken care of so that made me feel much better. The information that I received was there were some changes within the actual unit along with a brand new remote design. I didn't really dig any further to find out because this all seems to be kept as a secret just like other manufactures do. There a name they call it but for some reason I just can't remember what it is.

Tbg, what a statement to make. You are a bit of a .... for making such and further to suggest that I buy grey market is absolutely not true, I have the finances and don't have to do so.

These were bought from a reliable dealer KR Audio (Alfred)and that is why the defective ones got replaced da!

I obviously bought a new unit and it had problems da! and then received another one with issues da! and finally got one with no problems.

I am giving information that I have either personally experienced and or received just like the H-CAT supposive dealer in my area that does not exist.

In closing Tbg I don't care what you have to say but to make statements as such are best to keep to your self, you obviously have personal issues, this all comes from a guy with what a H-CAT pre, please.

Obviously other members would like to know that is why I get emails asking me to post my findings.

Oh an just so everyone knows I did get to findly hear a H-CAT pre., not in my system but in some one else's, please it's a joke! would you like the serial number? I wasn't going to say anything but Tbg you seem to want to get into a pissing match so your system please if you have it in it.

Tbg you are a unique individual and I have read other threads by you which show the type of individual you really are, "very negative". I picture you a person who is mad at the world sitting there with a hearing aid in one ear and constantly tapping on it while trying to listen to your radio shack set-up.

Just for example you can't even get your facts straight, you should re-read my prior thread very slowly and maybe a couple of times so that when you respond you get your facts correct.

For example; where do I say three remotes are different?

I was actually over at the persons place yesterday (reviewer) who has the H-CAT to get the serial number and post it but was asked not to. Tbg refers to all these so called happy H-CAT owners please, what your right and left hand? Go and check out the so called H-CAT thread and read the threads left along with the negativity, they speak for them self's. I wonder why when I went to the reviewers place that the unit was sitting off to the side and not hooked-up, it's that good, the reviewer doesn't even like it either. If it is all that where are the glowing reviews? is there even one posted yet? How many years has H-CAT been out for and no reviews.

Tbg you are correct about one thing everything I put in my threads are my opinions da! aren't yours and everyone else's?

Yes you should indeed always listen for yourself but these threads are for us to communicate our own personal experience's and I guess that is why I have made so many friends and constantly get emails asking for my thoughts and if you read my feedback on gear bought and sold it is so positive.

Tbg so I assume by your sarcasm that my list of gear that I own (which is not my main set-up)and posted in this thread in your expert opinion is not up to par please! get a life!

The "AA" gear is great product that is why I still have the "AA" dac, I am really impressed with it but I personally prefer the Oracle 2000 transport with it.

I am really enjoying the Virtual Dynamic speaker cables.
The Stealth Indra is marvelous!

I'm have never said go out and buy a 2000 prior to listening but if you are a "AA" dac owner you should get one to demo but be prepared to part with some money.

Regarding the mats, I bought the latest Marigo Signature Version 2 to see what they are all about, one side is green and the other gold. I don't have a comment as of yet but only wanted people to be careful and hopefully Hotbird is correct.

Playtheblues, no disrespect but please. Well respected by who? Obviously he must be a buddy of yours which is alright but if you had false allegations made towards you, you should also reply.

If Tbg is using a H-CAT pre any credibility he had is gone and when he personally attacks individuals making false accusations please that only tells me of the type of person he is.

On Gon people try to inform others with their own experiences and don't need the sarcasm that he seems to so often give.

When I listen to some one's system and refer to it as being "Very nice" I'm only being nice when it's actually only mediocre and not a top contender which is alright.

Tbg you wrote;

"I don't know why you get on these wild hairs. Sometimes your posts are informative, especially when no one challenges your observations, but you are certainly not all knowing as you sometimes seem to believe."

I personally don't have anything against you but please how can you say such you don't know me; you obviously were not aware of the two "AA" transports. You seem to be so sensitive when individuals refer to product, it's only product get a grip. You can "challenge me" as you put it any day and if I can answer your question I will but making allegations like suggesting buying "grey market product" etc. is wrong on your part.

I'm the type of person that prefers to try and inform and help others.

So enjoy as I am.

Tbg, there must be a language barrier here.

You do need to get your facts straight prior to actually doing a thread, again you are just making things up as you go along but now it's all clear to me why.

I just received an email from someone saying that you are around 67 YEARS old, so I was right. (Ear piece and taping on it)

Can you actually hear properly including hi frequencies? I can get technical but won't.

When is the last time you have had your hearing actually tested?

I was communicating with (Guidocorom) another member and when I read your H-CAT threads noticed you acted similar to him so you have defiantly painted a picture for your self. Anyone can read for themselves and see, I have put a few examples of Tbg being sarcastic to both Guidocorona and Studioray other members so please Tbg.

02-16-07: Tbg
Guidocorona, LOL. I too would not bother to answer your questions.

02-16-07: Tbg
Studioray, I think you still are willfully using wrong analogies.

Norm when I referred to : "So enjoy as I am" was not being sarcastic but referring; "Hope you are enjoying your system and music as I am."

So enjoy as I am!

I agree Pubul57 so I'm done.

The "AA" transport is a great piece, I bought that Marigo mat to actually try with it because it was recommended by another "AA" owner so you might want to pick one up yourself and try. There are a few out there including the one Hotbird mentioned.

I had the transport sitting on a Critical Mass platform and noticed a positive difference, lower floor noise, separation clearer, dynamics and voices more defined. There are a few like SRA that are reasonably priced that should compete.

I am using a Richard Grey Pro 400 for my sources but I do want to try what Teajay had recommended and is using because I have heard from the few using the same with great results.

Jeffreybowman2k:

Does that make you proud writing your SARCASTIC thread? I did it for you purposely otherwise you wouldn't have been able to comprehend, Jeffery what ever get a life!!

Below is what you wrote, do you call this complete sentences and observing basic rules of grammar? practice what you preach!

"then i introduced Isoclean transformer and 80A powerline. both using super focus PCs. the improvement was nothing short of astonishing. the additional details brought out by the reduced noise was incredible. i have a low tolerance for audio snake oil, but there was no denying how big a difference the isoclean stuff made."