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1happyman

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Do you adjust your subwoofer
I have been using a Hsu for over 20 years. Really integrates with the speakers well. I switch between Tekton Lore Be's and vintage Linn Nexus speakers.  I never felt i needed anything else. I use the high level speaker outputs on the sub. Great r... 
What is the most FUN pair of speakers you've ever had and why?
Tekton Lores Great live sound.  
Question/Help Needed: Boomer who is totally inexperienced with DACs and streamers.
Brother Boomer here... I started my streamer journey during the Covid shutdown with the Wiim Pro. I find it very easy to use with Amazon, Tidal, or Spotify. Good sound quality as well. Under $150 it is a steal. Have fun.  
Speaker Cable Recommendation
I found this on the Stager Silver Solids Website. I don't know how well they work, but I have some interest in making my own to try out.   Speaker Cables Jung and Marsh stated that their tests showed that the use of multiple thin gauge solid cor... 
Speakers 10 years old or older that can compete with todays best,
My Linn Nexus from 1988 still sound great! Nexus are Linns best selling speakers of all time. Matched with a Hsu sub,  they really shine at higher (+70 db) levels. Recently purchased  a backup used set for $150. My system consists of an LSA Warp ... 
New to Streaming
I use the Wiim Pro at less than $200. It is supposed to have bit perfect output. I love the app on my phone it controls all of my services Amazon, Tidal, Spotify, and Qobuz.. I am looking to upgrade. I use coax out to a Gustard r26 DAC. Sounds  gr... 
Recommend me a DAC under 3k
I bought the Gustard R26. I agree that it sounds analog. Very good layering and instrument separation. Bass is articulate as well. I also use the Wiim Pro. I am using coax out from the Wiim to the Gustard. I have an Audible Illusions Modulus 3A... 
Best Digital USB cables under $ 300.00 ??
I heard improvement in my system when I moved to Chord Clearway cables.  
Problems with the IFI Zen Stream.. What's a better Alternative?
Why not try the Wiim Pro? It has a great software interface which works flawlessly for me. I have used Tidal but find myself very satisfied with the sound quality from Amazon Music for my needs. They recently added Roon capabilities as well. Best ... 
Solid State amp to go with Audible Illusions Modulus 3a preamp
Thanks to all that responded. I settled on the LSA Warp1 which has gotten good reviews. It appears to stand out among other models in this price range. There is a trial period with restocking fee. I think I woulld have no problem getting rid of it... 
Solid State amp to go with Audible Illusions Modulus 3a preamp
decoony... any chance you will be parting with the Forte Audio 1a/3 when you consolidate? Fingers crossed...  
Solid State amp to go with Audible Illusions Modulus 3a preamp
I would like to stay under $2000.  
Hidden Gems in Classic Rock Albums
Neil Young Live at Massey Hall 1971. Awesome talent. Maybe the best recorded live album of all time.  Joe Jackson Look Sharp from 1979. Very tight band' well produced  with tons of bass slam.  
odd question about stand-mount speakers
Tekton Lores are floor standers with the tweeters above the woofers.  Sound great to me.  
If I wanted to make my own speaker cables, is this a good choice for wire?
I used these BFA connectors in my last build. Crimp and solder. https://nerveaudio.com/product/silver-z-plug/