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| JBL - almost nothing for sale, why? "Exactly, great points nonoise. My stereo sounds great, meanwhile I’ve heard so much stuff that costs 10 - 20 times more that was either boring or sounded terrible".Agreed. I recently went-through a carousel of some "audiophile-adored" names and ... | |
| New McIntosh MA252 "Has anybody compared the 252 to any of the “top dog” solid state integrateds from Mc, such as the MA8900 or 7900 or 8000, etc.?"I went from an MA252 to a MAC7200(200wpc). The increase in power really creates a more realistic listening experience,... | |
| The 70’s are back I'm a recent owner of the new JBL4429.It's just a fantastic speaker with non-fatiguing treble, great mids, and extremely tuneful bass.This speaker blew-out many "audiophile favorite" brands during a recent gear upgrade frenzy.I got mine, loved th... | |
| Speaker Upgrade Time...Great Experience. Another change made...The BAT VK3000se was traded to Saturday Music Exchange for a new McIntosh MA252 integrated amp.I discovered the Mac late Friday afternoon and had to have it based on looks alone. Luckily, it sounds fantastic as well.It's uniq... | |
| Vandersteen 2CE Signature II: Is it worth the price of $2700? Why are so many for sale? "If it were me, I would get a 2wq sub or two and keep the 1ci's. You'll get performance almost as good as a 3a sig". I would, but my amp (BAT VK3000se integrated) doesn't support a sub.What I get now is awfully good, but my room could withstand a ... | |
| Vandersteen 2CE Signature II: Is it worth the price of $2700? Why are so many for sale? I've been waiting for quite a while for a used set of 2ce Sigs to appear in my area (Midwest). It just hasn't materialized.I bought a set of 1Ci's last year. If these are better, it's a no-lose proposition! | |
| Your favourite 2017 album.? 1. Rick Astley "50".2. Nick Heyward "Woodland Echoes".Two 80's stars with great comeback albums. Extremely good recordings also.3. Rodney Crowell "Close Ties".Reissue: The Sgt.Peppers Deluxe set is a delight! | |
| The Return to Audio Begins...BAT VK-3000SE I went with AQ-CV8s and Columbia ICs.My Speltz had not been made, so it was an easy cancel decision. Both AQs have the 72v dbs. Just hours in I can tell some depth has been added and some sharpness removed.I think the end is near; time to listen a... | |
| The Return to Audio Begins...BAT VK-3000SE I'm hoping the Speltz best the AQ. Mine are the introductory type 4. I needed something with spades quickly, and I wasn't listening much when I got them.If they provide any improvement at all, I'll be thrilled. I'd describe the current sound as el... | |
| Recently re-discovered or newly discovered music in your current "heavy rotation" 2016 CD Remasters of the entire Styx and Crowded House catalogs.They have to be imported, but well-worth the wait. Both series are well-done, and make the musical experience much more enjoyable than the original US issues. | |
| Been "Gone" 10 Years...What Have I Missed? Thanks to everyone for the help!I did order the Vandersteen 1ci's today. My plan is to stay-home and set-them-up Wednesday. The size, look, and (assumed) value were the drivers. I'm not certain about investing in NOS tubes for the PL because it do... | |
| Been listening to The Beatles ... The remasters are tremendous. Mono set is the way-to-go, then buy Abbey seperately. Let It Be Naked trumps Let It Be from any standpoint I can imagine.I was VERY skeptical of the Monos, but I believe if no one told me, I would not realize they are... | |
| New Beatles remasters "I will most likely never listen to the stereo version of anything pre Revolver if they are all channeled like Rubber Soul".Oddly, they're not. "Beatles For Sale " Stereo has the vocals channeled to the center. I had the same impression and ordere... | |
| Guitar Hero or Rock Band: Admit You Play? I got hooked on Guitar Hero enough to pursue further learning on the real guitar. As a result, my beloved system has sat idle for the past 18 months, or so.... | |
| Von Schweikerts VR4 JR's and SR's? I have actually owned the VR-2,4-JR, and now the 4-SR.I agree with courtvision on most all points.Room size and associated components are what you need to examine before you make a decision. Yes, the 4-SR is a superior product, but it is fairly la... |