bigkidz

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CD Transports
Having heard most of these in my own system, the lower priced units perform as that, they are not giant killers if that is what you are looking for.  My friend has the CEC TL5 that he is selling that was converted from a Japan model to now able to... 
What Percentage Off Would You Expect to Discount For Open Box Amp with Blemish
35-40% off what is the blemish?  35-40% off really what business do you won that gives that much off?  Maybe up to 25% off depending on the blemish. 
is it possible to make digital audio sound like vintage vinyl
Yes and no. Our DAC will out perform most analog systems but once you hear our phono, all bests are off, 
Are integrated amps technically better than separates?
he first statement is true. The second needs more explanation; as far as I can see its false. Regarding the first statement, over the years I've found that a lot of the improvements I've been able to make in our gear have related to power suppli... 
In the middle of a pandemic, Stereophile reviews ~ $30K equipment
Pointless - why should only review equipment for people with no money?If you want an apple iPod go to CNET reviews.    
How many people here generally buy used?
Used to always buy used now I just build my own since most manufacturers use cheap parts 
Speaker cable arrows???
Oh crap my home depot wire is not marked with the direction I should install them.  Does anyone know which direction will work best?  I'm freaking out here. 
What kind of listener are you?
change to Shinkoh resistor if you want and more intimate, emotional sound, change to Audio Note if you what a little more open musical sound just not as emotional. It is not the speakers so much.Happy Listening. 
Does anyone collect something else other than music.
Coins have boxes of old coins liberty silvers without the body and with the body - wheat and Indian head pennies, etc.  Have some nice paper with red ink and blue ink markingsGuitars - 26 so far and counting but the prices are getting to much for ... 
Tube Preamp with Solid State Amp?
I'll repeat myself for the one hundredth time, get an old Counterpoint preamp SA-2000 and send it to me for upgrades.  Parts quality that I will install you won't find in anything recommended here.  I have repaired or modified most of them.  Think... 
Dedicated 20 amp circuit - Electrician laughed!
Either try an audioquest Niagara or AC filter choke and be done with all the crap 
Audio reviews: too many analogies, never simple, but most of all, never clear.
Interesting comments - at lest some of them.  I always liked Fremers' reviews.  Always felt he reported what he heard, explained what he heard very well, and was honest.  After meeting him many years ago and hearing his system, then I felt I under... 
Why do you think Bi-Wiring improves the sound ?
@TOMIC601 where are you located? 
Luxman dealers
contact John Pravel North American Sales - john.pravel@luxmanamerica.comHappy Listening. 
Why do you think Bi-Wiring improves the sound ?
I do not hear a difference on my Vandersteen Model 5As but it has been a while since I did a comparison.Here is the real question that I spoke to Audioquest about.  Would I be better buying a more expensive run of speaker cable and using a set of ...