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| for streaming why not computer/galvanic isolation/DAC clock? Amazingly when I plug anything into the “high current” outlet on the Panamax I get all sorts of noise coming out of the components, revealed by the sniffer. Even if I put in a simple floor lamp with no bulb in the socket, the noise appears, with l... | |
| for streaming why not computer/galvanic isolation/DAC clock? Forgot to mention that I have the power amp on one dedicated circuit, the DAC and pre on another. Computer is plugged into a regular wall outlet. Using a Panamax power conditioner on the outlet with the DAC and Pre. No ground loops that I can hear. | |
| Eliminated my preamp with amazing results much appreciate antirunge2. I will stop saying thanks (just think it) to not clog up the conversation. | |
| Eliminated my preamp with amazing results Thanks mspot. Those and maple tree audio seem to be high quality. Could put in a transformer for volume control and diy. Appreciate the tip. Amazing when you get into this how many small shops there are on the web doing really interesting things. | |
| Eliminated my preamp with amazing results Hi Atmasphere - I have found a lot of switches on line, but also reviews saying they were poorly implemented and would affect SQ. I wonder if someone has tried or can recommend a specific switch that is well made and will be transparent. | |
| Eliminated my preamp with amazing results I have a related question - when my preamp broke I made the same discovery while it was away for repair (RME ADI DAC2 now goes directly into McIntosh 462 amp). Both components have balanced connections. I have discovered that my tube pre (ARC LS25... | |
| surprising comparison of tube preamps Thanks to all. Lots of good advice here. Further research and your posts confirm that a single ended pre in the chain certainly can make a positive difference. I like comparing vintage speakers and currently am using a B and W 803 matrix 2. The “s... | |
| What speakers work with low wattage class A amps Maybe I should turn the question on its head and ask: What class A amp that is between 5K and 10K or so can drive speakers like the Celestion 700se. or Harbeth 30.2. I guess that is like asking what are some good higher watt Class A amps in that p... | |
| What speakers work with low wattage class A amps Thanks everyone! An enormous number of suggestions to research and hopefully hear. My tastes seem to run to the “British sound”. I have Celestion 700se and 6si that I like a lot. Have had a really tough time using my B and W 803 matrix series 2. H... | |
| Name 3 songs where audio quality and song quality completely align Bach Brandenburg Concertos done by Cafe Zimmerman. | |
| Tough amp decision That is indeed what drew us away from the mac - simply asking what we wanted to sit back and enjoy. Thanks for looking into the JC5. It is on its way so we will see. I will follow your advice and try to hear an all ARC on the road. That will mean ... | |
| Tough amp decision Hi ghdprentice - Your advice has been really useful - Thanks! Especially the part about taking a weekend audio trip with my wife :) She has agreed so may in fact be the elusive audio babe. I will try to get a chance to listen to the AR Amp. I... | |
| Tough amp decision Overwhelming choices here! Thanks everyone for the advice and my now long list of amps to consider. I was able to get Mcintosh integrateds into the house. Not much else available to audition locally. We enjoyed the 312 (tube pre, solid state power... | |
| Tough amp decision Comparing the JC5 and the Mcintoshes precisely because they are so different. Not so easy for me to get to a dealer and have to screen based on reading (and what you say!). Everything seems to point to Qutest being better than the McIntosh interna... | |
| Tough amp decision Also seems the Parasound JC5 might be a good choice. I like classical music and also some rock and jazz. Reviews indicate JC5 could be better for instrument timbres and soundstage. Said to have better bass dynamics too. |