aberyclark

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I Was Considering Active, Then I Watched This ...
McIntosh could pull it off. I could see a Mac tower speaker with a built in, specially designed amp. Complete with a blue meter below the woofer somewhere. That would get people's attention at lease 
Tekton Electron SE
Has anyone owned both ZU and Tekton? I have had my Omen refs for going on 8 years and I simply love them. Just curious if both brands share similar sound characteristics 
Why is there no love for Prima Luna?
At the end of the day...2.5 watts is still 2.5 watts 
Why is there no love for Prima Luna?
Cincy is pretty much closed up with the pandemic. I’m working from home and not going much of anywhere. At least it affords me time to research and dream about the new system I’m planning to get. Of course I’ve been in love with a different shiny ... 
Why is there no love for Prima Luna?
Cincyhound....I thought Popiel founded Ronco...I could be wrong. The pocket fisherman was a hit with some. My buddy, who was into fishing,  tells a story when him and another buddy were teenagers. They drove to a local lake and my buddy had a big ... 
Any truth to my feeling that MM carts are possibly better than MC on rock recordings?
I only have two MM cartridges. I'm not certain going MC would give me any sonic benefit unless I go quite a bit higher in price range than my MM's. I thought of trying a standard Denon 103 just to see what I hear. 
Why is there no love for Prima Luna?
You’re in luck OP. Hot off the press. Good luck. https://parttimeaudiophile.com/2020/12/05/the-best-integrated-amplifiers-buyers-guide-2021/The Pass and Rossi would be my choice if $$ were not an issue. Those pieces are beautiful to look at. I kno... 
Why is there no love for Prima Luna?
Quicksilver audio and Decware are two manufacturers I considered when amp shopping. I have efficient speakers, so wattage was not that big of a factor. I ended up with the First Watt J2 and could not be happier.  
PS Audio BHK versus Benchmark
Here's the kicker. The BHK may a hard sell due to the fact so many people got HUGE discounts before PSA went direct. The last I checked, quite a few for sale and I'm not certain they are actually selling for the cheaper used prices. I believe that... 
1st Album you Ever Owned?
Besides kiddie albums, the first real album I ever owned was Elvis Golden Records vol 1. Complete with re-processed stereo 
Anyone use Naim with Zu?
I have a pair of Omen Defs and every amp I have thrown at it sounds really good. Even an old Pioneer Elite Receiver that I had used for a bit in between purchases. The only thing I would caution with high sensitivity speakers (like the Zu's) is su... 
McIntosh c2700 users please chime in?
Anyone using the phono section of the c2700? 
Sue Kraft
Very sorry for your loss. I know Sue was still active on Audio Asylum as soon as last August. I've always liked her reviews. Plus, I have commented a few times in her AA threads.  
Pass Labs XA30.8
Hi have the Firstwatt J2 and thinking to going up to the 30.8. I hear it will be just a little bit more dynamic and snappy 
Woofer pumping possibly due to tube amp when playing vinyl
Put your dustcover on the TT when playing a record. Place a heavy blanket over the the entire TT. See what happens