bigby

Responses from bigby

I am no longer getting MQA?
My PS Audio DirectStream DAC is the same way. It has the Bridge II card with an ethernet connection.  It used to play MQA with Tidal, but it doesn't anymore.   I called PS Audio. They didn't know why it changed.  They said I'm getting the same qua... 
Sound Quality and Verizon FIOS Fibre Optic Internet
Would something like this help?  https://www.dxengineering.com/parts/dxe-iso-plus-2 
Help selecting a power cord.
@pauly Thank you for your comments.  I guess I should have sent my old cords to you to try in your system. 
Help selecting a power cord.
@pauly I'm happy with Pangea. The high end cords didn't sound any better (not sure of the brand).  I sold them for shipping cost to get them out of the house quickly. 
Need opinions on ceiling reflections
Nice system and room setup.I used 3 GIK panels on the ceiling.  They were purchased some time ago.  See them here.  The two outer panels are 100% absorption for 1st reflection points. The center panel has absorption/diffusion.  They are suspended ... 
Dynavector cartridges, old and new
My  Dynavector is the Te Kaitora Rua MC Cartridge. It is on a VPI Classic III. I'm very happy with the sound.  It adds lot of clarity.  Goodwin's High End recommended it as a replacement for a re tipped Benz Micro LP. Here is the setup:Phono: Su... 
Help selecting a power cord.
@earlflynn @bewgow @lalitk My system sounds fantastic so I didn’t try any other power cords. I was happy with Pangea/BAT and now with Pangea/Spectral. Pangea is a very good investment. Power cords don’t make much of a difference with high end g... 
Help selecting a power cord.
@lalitk I chose Pangea based on a recommendation from a friend. They are very good cords for the money.  Power cords don't make much difference in my system because of the components.  
Help selecting a power cord.
Use Pangea Audio cables on everything for power cords. I did everything at once so I can’t comment on where to start. They have different cords depending on the component type.I wouldn’t beak the bank on power cords. For me, they didn’t make much ... 
Sellers: When do you drop your price?
Congrats! 
Sellers: When do you drop your price?
Good luck.  I trade in my gear because selling doesn't bring good offers any more. 
VPI Classic 3 Upgrades or Move On to Something New
Hi,The SDS does ensure the platter is spinning precisely at 33 1/3 RPM. It does this by allowing you to vary the frequency (hz) of the electricity coming into the motor.  Mine takes about 59 hz. to spin at 33 1/3.  Once set, the SDS regulates th... 
VPI Classic 3 Upgrades or Move On to Something New
I have a Classic 3 and did the SDS upgrade. It was amazing to get the correct speed on the platter. Everything was a clearer, truer and easier to understand. My suggestion is to get a kit to measure the platter speed and a VPI SDS to regulate the ... 
Recommendations for PC -- for modest system --
Try Pangea. It is a budget PC from Audio Advisor. They are in my system and I feel they are worth the investment.If you haven't already, call GIK Acoustics to get advise on improvements using acoustic panels. You may get better sound for the same ... 
Power Conditioners
Try the Stellar Power Plant 3 from PS Audio. Give them a call to see if it can power your whole system. They have a good return policy.Also for a big difference, try acoustic wall treatments from GIK. Call them for suggestions.