bigkidz

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Is Louder always Better?
Yes power conditioning to remove AC noise. I use filter chokes in the DAC, preamp and amps that I build. That helps remove the fatigue in the upper registers, gives you the detail without the etch and the dynamic micro-to-macro passage swings are ... 
Will my Rega Apollo be a good transport?
Replace the laser in the Rega, about $20-20 part. It will improve the sound. No adjustments to the installation. Not sure exactly why it does, but that is what the result is. 
Upgrade DAC/CD transport?
You have to explain what much better means. Most people I know cannot really understand the difference in components mostly because they have never experienced something better only different. They also don't know how to match components or what u... 
Lampizator question
Anyone in New Jersey have one? I would like to hear one.Thanks 
Lampizator question
anyone have a Lamp in the New Jersey area so I can hear one?Thanks 
Anyone got a Counterpoint SA5000 Service Manual?
contact mePeter 
Importance of Amplifier versus Preamp?
Preamp no question.Happy Listening. 
Anything as " fast" as SPECTRAL gear?
Yes the components I build. No caps in the signal path in my preamp. Caps cannot keep up.Happy Listening. 
Help with Preamp selection
Buy an old Counterpoint SA-2000 and send it to me. I will change the preamp so it is better than what you are considering.Happy Listening. 
Where should I spend my $2000?
Send me you Rogue preamp and I will make that much better than any speaker you can find in your price range.Happy Listening. 
your experience with mod or upgrade companies.....
Depending on the caps. V-Caps? Send me your amp and I will convert it to point-to point wiring making it much better than swapping out a few caps.Happy Listening. 
vintage versus modern speakers
I have a friend who specializes in vintage speakers. He repairs/rebuilds them and sells the ones he does not want to keep. Most of the older speakers 70s & 80s lets say, have a very musical sound. Some really have an excellent mid-range. That ... 
Matrix 802 S3 Repair Help
Bill Legal Miller Sound in PA can assist you. Google him and contact him 
VANDERSTEEN 5A
Have you measured the voltage in those outlets - volt ohm meter. I remember repairing a preamp that worked well in my home and then the customer took it home and it did not work the same. After months of back-and-forth, I went to his home to measu... 
Beryllium Tweeters
"I own Paradigm Signature 8s (v3). Yes ... they can sound bright, but I wonder how much is the fault of the source material."That statement is probably correct.You need to have components that filter the AC better. Very few manufacturers do this. ...