bpwalsh
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| Any thoughts on the CD "trimmer" The purpose of the AudioDesk Systeme CD lathe is not to true discs that may be slightly eccentric, it is to trim the edge at an angle so light does not reflect back into the disc. It comes with a permanent black marker to mark the trimmed edge and... | |
| ML390S directly into JC-1's According to the manufacturer's website, the 390S output is 4.45V maximum balanced, which is the way to go in my opinion, at least as far as the JC-1s is concerned. As for the sound you will have to be the judge to know whether the tonality and dy... | |
| Which speaker to replace Dunlavy SC-V? Chris, it would help to know some things about your current system, your room, the kinds of music you listen to, and what you like and dislike about the system. All of the speakers you listed have their strengths and weaknesses, some more than oth... | |
| Shop in Pittsburgh? Want to listen to 845 amp. Oops, Opus One was the place on Smithfield St. I was thinking of Ovation Audio. Interesting times. | |
| Shop in Pittsburgh? Want to listen to 845 amp. I remember Opus One and bought a preamp and turntable from them back in the late 70s. What was the name of the place down on Smithfield St. in the city? They had a row of movie theater seats, and the guy who owned the place was quite eccentric. Ba... | |
| Decisions decisons, speakers or an amplifier The Parasound Halo A51, putting out 250 watts per channel, has plenty of gain for the speakers. I would vote for the 3.6s if you are ultimately headed in that direction. As for amplifier upgrades later, you might consider Parasound Halo JC1s or pe... | |
| Anyone familiar with the Manger driver? D_edwards, I neither understand nor agree with your remark, "Imagine Sound Labs U-1's with clarity and bass...you get the idea." Have you ever heard Sound Lab Ultimate-1s? And if so, under what conditions and how long ago? I purchased U-1s several... | |
| Klipsch spkrs with Atmosphere amp Steuspeed, the chassis of the current S-30 is similar to that of the M-60, a horizontal layout rather than the long, narrow chassis they used to use. | |
| Power Conditioner for your amplifier? My findings agree with Tbg's as far as the Isoclean products being suitable for use with amplifiers as well as front end components. The dual transformers and 80A3 line filter are rated at 3 kVA and can handle just about any but the largest amplif... | |
| Sonic difference between the CAT JL2 Sig & CAT JL3 Face it, John, you'll never be done :-) There's always something. Perhaps the journey is at least as enjoyable as reaching the destination. But I think I'm just about there this time, honest! Dude, ya gotta hear it, it's spooky. | |
| Your vote: Most Useless Audio Adjective A few come to mind:"On a whole different level" Think about it: it can mean better or worse. Empty-headed nonsense. Distrust anyone who says it."Lifted a veil" Sheesh. In some cultures lifting veils is frowned upon (thanks, Jafox)."Blacker backgro... | |
| Sonic difference between the CAT JL2 Sig & CAT JL3 The current top of the line model, the Sentinel, has built in bass amplification, but the Osiris does not. A description of the Osiris can be found online.John: Just you wait! You haven't heard the system :-)Brian | |
| Sonic difference between the CAT JL2 Sig & CAT JL3 The Osiris is power hungry, the more the better. Hence I would recommend the JL3, even though its nominal rating isn't that different from the JL2 Signature. However, the JL2 Signature sound is more refined. Frankly, because you haven't cut corner... | |
| Should we upgrade high end fuses? Hi Nrchy (Nate), the fuses are sold direct only, otherwise I'd be more than happy to help you. I'll be pleased to work with you on their other products, of course.Brian | |
| Should we upgrade high end fuses? Nate (Nrchy), two sources include Isoclean and Hifi-Tuning. Isoclean fuses are available direct from the distributor here.Brian |