brianlucey

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So, a reviewer just said something I need to talk about.
Again, I'm not doubting what you're observing, I'm saying you're conclusion as to what that observation means is incorrect    audiophile listeners (whoever that group may be ) are building a system based around the "sound" of the system because t... 
So, a reviewer just said something I need to talk about.
@mrdecibel I work on and listen to 2500 songs a year, in every style from every country, done by every level of experience in the production team from beginners to experts for over 25 years, and I get paid to enhance the connection between the lis... 
So, a reviewer just said something I need to talk about.
@mrdecibel When we listen to a recording, we perceived the sound and the performance as a singularity, in the same moment by the same token, every person who listens to the same recording focuses on one of 100 detailed aspects of the recording, ... 
Best DAC’S $5k to $15k
My favorite 3 DAC by increasing price, all great :   Mytek Manhattan II Bricasti M1 SE Berkeley Audio Design Alpha Ser 3  
The molecular level explanation of "cable burn-in"
Cords and Cables are simple. First ... ignore all sales pitches. Then:   1. If you are happy with your system don’t change any cords or cables. 1a. If you are at minimum 80% happy then you might get that last % from some new cables or cords. ... 
High End System Building. How important is the matching, cabling and room? Thoughts ?
The room matters a lot, do everything you can afford. Yet the next step is most important .... do not buy anything unless a. You NEED it. How do I know? Because you are BOTHERED and can NAME the ISSUE you wish to SOLVE b. You have done an A/B i... 
SST Son Of Ampzilla II vs Parasound A21 or A23+
@steakster come up to Atwater Village anytime. The Evolution MM3 Exact and Bricasti M1 SE in a great room reveals all :)  
SST Son Of Ampzilla II vs Parasound A21 or A23+
@tubeguy76 Oh yes for sure, Made in California like all Magnus Audio The MA-150 is what I've always wanted from solid state at any price, just enough warmth but still clear, and punchy. Not as much minute resolution and space as my Allnic A-6000s... 
SST Son Of Ampzilla II vs Parasound A21 or A23+
@tubeguy76 thank you, i appreciate that. Problem has been solved I’m happy to say Brand new Magnus Audio MA-150. Voiced differently from the rest of their excellent line with more low mid/low end power, not as detailed/less sizzle at the high mid... 
SST Son Of Ampzilla II vs Parasound A21 or A23+
@soix thank you.  i need balanced ins. A21, A23+ or SOA II  
SST Son Of Ampzilla II vs Parasound A21 or A23+
Have you actually heard the 23+?  I have no faith in the 21+ yet the 23+ seems like a nice upgrade on paper.  
SST Son of Ampzilla ii power amp
Has anyone heard the SST SOA II vs Parasound A21 or A23+ ? Thank you  
Allnic Audio A-6000 vs Pass XA 30.8
Thanks @steakster I will investigate  Modest levels in a modest room   94 sensitivity.  The amps are wired straight to the mid range drivers.  Not much power is needed on these speakers w class d amps on the dual 15s @audphile1 .  30W a side is p... 
Help me spend $100,000 on a new system
There's no way to purchase a complete system for someone else, best thing would be spend a little of that money to make a dedicated listening room, and I would do that with double layer drywall and green glue between the layers.  Measure the room ... 
What is meant exactly by the description 'more musical'?
Musical is a qualitative term not a quantitative measure.