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Cincinnati, OH, any audiophiles?
Greetings fellow Cincinnatians and Tri-Staters,I am a local (Cincinnati), interested in meeting other audiophiles and celebrating music in general. I am in the process of rebuilding my system and would be value the opportunity to join in this disc... 
Spectral DMA 180 Questions
Hey, Robert. If you ever decide to sell, let me know. I have missed the DMA50 ever since I sold it to you! I am just getting back into audio after my wife and I purchased our new home and now have a dedicated room for audio/home theater. Regardles... 
The best var. out CD player for under 1500 used?
Bmanca, I have heard this as well. And, I surely do not want to trash my unit-- the Spectral is one of my most prized pieces. But it seems as though it would come down to output voltages and impedences correct? I wonder if a poor match would be au... 
The best var. out CD player for under 1500 used?
Thanks for all of the great input. It looks as though the Quad and the Cary 308 are the main contenders. Does anyone have an opinion between these two? I am looking forward to simplifying the system a bit and going higher rez. The only real issue ... 
The best var. out CD player for under 1500 used?
Thanks for the input on the Quad, Cary, Linn and Audio analogue. I should mention that I currently am using a Simaudio Moon Nova/Uther/Genesis Lens front end - but I am looking to simplify the system and am hoping that the shorter signal path, the... 
Vote best of these 7 CDP's
I believe that's true Snook, for the most part. I just did not need the additional hyperbole from a couple of people. There is a fine line between giving advice, and being condescending. I welcome all constructive comments, such as yours. Happy li... 
Vote best of these 7 CDP's
To all of those above who gave relevant replies to his thread, I thank you for your suggestions and offering your experience of the CDP's. You have been very helpful. To all others, who seemed to not have a F'in clue about the point of asking a co... 
Vote best of these 7 CDP's
I have looked into the Electrocompaniet, but they are typically out of my price range. I have heard very good things about the unit though. 
Vote best of these 7 CDP's
What happened to my thread??? Golden Ears: My intent was to gather information and what I get is someone who steps up on a soapbox and then becomes indignant when I confront the misplaced comments. Go to a different forum if you want to discuss bu... 
Vote best of these 7 CDP's
Golden Ears:1. I am a vegetarian.2. I just ran the Chicago marathon and am rarely just sitting around my computer.3. There is MUCH to be said about consistency regarding human experience and perception. Yes, in Plato's Theatetus, we learned that p... 
Vote best of these 7 CDP's
Regarding the DAC, I am using the Camelot Uther mk2. and am pleased with this unit (no preamp needed). The thing is, I am not really unhappy with my system, sonically, as it is. I have actually gotten to the point where I can sit back and release ... 
Vote best of these 7 CDP's
Thanks for the replies so far. I have been looking into the Consonance as well, but am not familiar with the company and am consequently concerned re: longevity etc. Are they in any way affiliated with Rowland?The Sony has continue to crop up as a... 
Use of Camelot Uther with SACD player???
The Uther has volume control in the digital domain. I have done some more research and I think I can use the Uther as my "preamp" with the SACD. Anyone else using an Uther with SCD-1?thanks! 
The absolute best and worst-sounding CD you own ?
Mary Stallings "Fine and Mello" on Clarity recordings (Canadian Import version) is STUNNING. Everything from the balance between the instruments to the utter rightness of her vocals is sublime. Worst: Are you kidding? I would say at least 9 out of... 
Best acoustic -natural instruments CD's
Great suggestions-- Alot of discs that I had never heard of. I have been searching for imports by Dead Can Dance and having a hard time there. NPR local stations tend to be my source for discovering new music but I have not had much chance to do t...