+1 on Audio Advice in Raleigh (they're in Charlotte too). Good people to deal with and a wide range of brands to choose from. They have specials and open box deals regularly on their website. They can put something great together for you with your budget.
Starting Over and I need your help
The more I read…….the more I become confused!…..Do I simply need to start over with more carefully selected components?
I currently own a Musical Paradise MP 301 III, Bluesound Node 2i, Omega 7 speakers, and a Rotel RCD 06 SE CD player. To me, this system sounds underwhelming, especially when streaming. I use Apple Music as a source but I am open to switching to another. I only play CDs and stream and do not see myself incorporating vinyl into the mix. Musical tastes are jazz and acoustic. The room size is smallish home office. By the way, I also own a Parasound Zamp that I currently don’t use because I do not have a preamp……should I sell or keep that?
I am willing to sell it all, if needed, to get better sound. If you were me, what would you change or keep? My total budget would be under $3000 and by buying some used I bet you guys can help me figure out what I should pursue within Audiogon to purchase.
Many thanks in advance for your expertise and opinions!
Andy
Raleigh NC
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Of all the ways to use a Node, Apple Music is among the worst. Airplay is convenient but not the top choice. Qobuz is fully integrated into BluOS. Then get a linestage integrated from a company like Van Alstine and give it a whirl. An outboard DAC might be next, power supply upgrade next, and cabling tweaks last. |
I think that above all you haven't focused on yourself enough. What do YOU like to listen to, what type of sound balance excites you? Above all keep it simple. A small home office can be a challenging environment because of the speaker location and room acoustics. I'd focus on finding an affordable but good 2-way speaker like Monitor Audio, or Fritz or Hsu. |
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