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| Best multi channel amp and processor good for 2 channel listening. @maguiar102 Yes, the PS Audio DirectStream DAC is a way to go and will elevate the performance of your system to the next level. Your Arcam CD player is old and digital audio eg CD player, DAC DSP, etc, etc improves over time and have gone signifi... | |
| Where to rent 4K DVD's? Redbox has 4K disc for rent. | |
| Recommnedation for the BEST SOUNDING integrated amp up to $3500 @sunnyjim If you don't need a DAC and only need a pure analog integrated amp I would recommend the Rega Elicit-R analog integrated amp retails for $3k new and it's within your budget. Very musically engaging and involving amp. | |
| Rockport Avior 2 vs Wilson Sasha DAW @carey1110 Which speakers did you decide on buying? What are your electronics and cablings? | |
| McIntosh MA252 Hybrid Integrated Amp @scarbpaul12 What kind of turntable do you have? I would still think you will be better off with a dedicated external good quality phonostage pre. If your speakers have low sensitivity then the MA252 might not be a good choice. The performance of ... | |
| Rockport Avior 2 vs Wilson Sasha DAW @carey1110 Different models and series within Magico all have different sonic characters. I’ve heard from people that the lower end Magico speakers (under $40k/pair) tend to be somewhat forward accurate & a bit analytical and of course highly ... | |
| McIntosh MA252 Hybrid Integrated Amp @scarbpaul12 In regards to the performance of a built-in phonostage in the MA252 I can't comment as I didn't use it. I only listened to its linestage input fed from a McIntosh DAC. I would suggest you get an external good quality phonostage pre fo... | |
| McIntosh MA252 Hybrid Integrated Amp @scarbpaul12 What are your speakers? You mentioned that your speakers are inefficient. The MA252 hybrid will not be up to task driving highly inefficient speakers. I’ve only heard the MA252 paired with the KEF LS50 passive standmount speakers in a... | |
| Rockport Avior 2 vs Wilson Sasha DAW Also look for Magico, Sonus Faber. Vienna Accoustics, Gamut, etc. Don't limit yourself to just the Wilson and Rockport. | |
| Anthem STR or Lyngdorf TDAI 2170? @audiotroy Here’s a link to the picture of the MSB Select ii DAC stacks stting on HRS isolation rack.https://3.bp.blogspot.com/--2m0sAeTqMQ/V7BoU4xpUhI/AAAAAAABlhM/wbzP8PTJEm89YQG9FSwkkWE80fXAPN07ACK4B... | |
| Anthem STR or Lyngdorf TDAI 2170? @audiotroy As far as isolation and rack/furniture I'm using HRS for my MSB stacks (including the Select transport) and my D'Agostino Momentum phonostage pre. My Naim Statement preamp & amps are standing towers. And my Clearaudio Statement v2 ... | |
| Anthem STR or Lyngdorf TDAI 2170? @audiotroy So, the Micromega M150 offers superior sound quality and musicality than the Naim Uniti Nova? What about the Micromega M100? But I bet the Micromega M150 integrated won't be able to compete with the Naim 500 series separates stacks wit... | |
| Anthem STR or Lyngdorf TDAI 2170? @audiotroy Yes the Naim Statement preamp & monoblock amps are extraordinary, the absolute best I’ve heard and owned period. Well, the Naim Statement preamp & monoblock amps are cost-no-object or price-no-object design products and took 10 ... | |
| What is the best solid state amplifier you have ever heard? Naim Statement NAP S1 monoblock amps + Naim Statement NAC S1 linestage preamp driving the Focal Utopia Grande or the Magico M6 speakers. D'Agostino Relentless & Momentum M400 monoblock amps driving some big Wilson Alexx or Wham. Audio Research... | |
| Anthem STR or Lyngdorf TDAI 2170? @jwh2 You should invest in acoustical treatments and make effort in getting speaker placements right and spot on. I have the Naim Uniti Nova in my bedroom with satisfying results and I know this is not my main reference setup it’s only my bedroom ... |