bpwalsh
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| Unipivot vs Linear Tracking I think it's impossible to separate the turntable from the arm, particularly when some of the best turntables (Kuzma Stabi, Rockport, Walker, Versa Dynamics) all come with linear arm fitted during assembly and there is typically no way to fit a pi... | |
| Parasound Halo JC1s If you listen a lot, leaving them on can eliminate warm-up time. I suggest switching them to low bias mode when not listening, which will reduce power consumption and heat. Otherwise you might want to switch them off between listening sessions. Th... | |
| Replacements for Quad 989's ?? If considering Sound Labs I certainly would recommend M-1s or A-1s as a minimum for your room, and they will shine. Although the A-3s mentioned are lower cost, the results you are seeking will not be fully realized.Sound Lab dealer. | |
| Atma-sphere S-30 with Reference 3A? Audiofeil is correct: for the S-30 the loudspeaker impedance should be a minimum of 8 ohms across the board, sensitivity notwithstanding.Redcarerra, I would recommend the M-60s for Merlins, not the S-30.Atma-Sphere dealer. | |
| great musician's audio systems I heard some time ago that Wynton Marsalis and his brother Branford both own Linn Sondek LP12s.OTOH famed conductor Louis Lane openly admitted in front of a group of audiophiles that his system was a $23 child's record player. Correct pitch was al... | |
| Gas or Charcoal Charcoal, no lighter fluid. | |
| Seeking packing tape recommendations Have had excellent results with Scotch 3850 Premium Performance clear tape, available from Staples. It's heavy, strong, and sticks well. It costs a bit more than the generic stuff, but what we ship is well worth it. | |
| Any new up & coming high end speaker lines? Ironically I find myself agreeing with the very outspoken Audiofeil, esp. with regards to Usher. I haven't heard a speaker using metal tweeters that is tolerable and sounds like music. I tend to find ribbons unacceptable as well. Yet I do apprecia... | |
| Replacement for my Beveridge RM-1 and MD D-75? Ddt_jmt, since there is no direct replacement for the Beveridge preamp, I would look for a tube preamp with a very good phono stage built in, the cost of which the insurance company wouldn't balk at. I see your point about it beating the SP-9; bet... | |
| Parasound JC-2 character? Coyolxauhqui and Winger, my remarks were accurate, clarified by Audiobroke (thank you).Audio_girl, you are correct, I am a Parasound Halo dealer, as mentioned in my post. However, I tried to stick to the facts and hope my post was helpful and not ... | |
| Parasound JC-2 character? 5560, as a Parasound Halo dealer I suggest that you find a dealer in your area willing to let you demo one at home if at all possible before purchase. The reviews speak for themselves, but hearing one in your system will enable you to determine it... | |
| cat jl3 signatures vs. atmashere ma2III's Kyomi, when posting the professional thing to do is disclose that you are a dealer with a vested interest. While it may seem to reduce the influence of your remarks, it actually lends credibility by virtue of being open about one's affiliations. P... | |
| Parasound JC-1 power amplifier Mike, I would take some exception to your remarks about parts quality, but then it is built on a production line, largely automated, not by hand. As for sound, you might change your mind about the world's best amp if... :-) | |
| Parasound JC-1 power amplifier Dazzdax, I don't know where you are getting your facts, but your negative criticisms of the design and parts quality are unsubstantiated and unwarranted. What ax do you have to grind with Curl and Parasound?No claim has been made that the parts qu... | |
| Sota Millenia vs Kuzma Stabi reference vs VPI HRX Amfibius wrote:I do not know if modern Sota's have a more damped suspension, but the Kuzma is certainly nicely damped. I only wish that Kuzma offered vacuum hold-down, that would seal the deal (pun not intended) for me.I have owned a Cosmos and cu... |