charles1dad
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| CD transports; do they really matter @stuartk I really wish the RS2T ergonomics and smaller size had worked out for you. You already know how good it sounds with the supplied SMPS wall wart. I got a LPS about 5 or 6 weeks ago and its just improved to silly good level. This small fo... | |
| CD transports; do they really matter @stuartk Well the Aqua Hifi Diva II would get you the coveted CD Pro-8 drive/Blue Tiger -84 servo integrated drive unit re RS2T. However for the cost I don’t believe that you will beat the Jay’s CDT2 transport. Just my 2 cents. Charles | |
| CD transports; do they really matter @stuartk When Teajay (Terry London) reviewed the Pro-Ject RS2T he mentioned that the Jay’s Audio CDT2 MK II was better sounding than his CEC, MBL, P.S.Audio PWT and his Accustic Arts transports. Quite the very high praise. I believe that you w... | |
| CD transports; do they really matter @stuartk The CDT3 was their flagship but I think it is no longer produced likely due to lack of Phillips CD Pro-2 units available as spares. They don’t have this problem with the CDM4 units for their CDT2 transport. Charles | |
| BAT VK3ix an upgrade from Freya +? The 3ix is a little long in the tooth and may not beat the Freya. I have seen some comparisons to some heavy hitters and it’s done very well. Don’t assume the BAT will be the winner. My guess is if your system is passive friendly, then that mode ... | |
| CD transports; do they really matter @acresverde I stand corrected. The Jay’s Audio CDT3 (Their flagship transport) utilizes the Phillips CD PRO-2LF drive unit. The Jay’s Audio CDT2 MK II/MK III utilizes the Phillips CD M4 drive unit. Charles | |
| Wilson Sabrina (not X), Sonus Faber Nova 2, or Vandersteen Treo CT @sbank Very nice synopsis. Charles | |
| BAT VK3ix an upgrade from Freya +? +1 it will be much better simply because of the size of the power supply if nothing else. Agree with @jond . It was built to a much higher price point which allows for better built construction/parts/chassis/power supply/transformers etc. Cha... | |
| CD transports; do they really matter Aging is not improving my manual dexterity ! ;o) LOL I hope that is not the case 😊 No problem for me placing the CD in the Pro-Ject. | |
| CD transports; do they really matter @noske I understand they are very good but I don't like slot loading. Trays aren't much better. I'm so superficial I believe that there's something to that perspective. It seems that there are legitimate arguments for top loading CD mecha... | |
| CD transports; do they really matter @stuartk You could order the Pro-ject from one of the online audio sellers than offer returns and return it if you didn’t like it. The proof is in the listening! This is a very good suggestion @mdrone assuming that the Pro-Ject is within your ... | |
| CD transports; do they really matter @pesky_wabbit the transport matters. big time, interconnect too, defies logic, really wish it weren‘t so. Take @stuartk‘s sage advice and see for yourself. If you can‘t hear a difference count yourself very lucky. Correct! For those who sa... | |
| Soundsmith notes the passing of Doug Cassara ,@nonoise it gives me a much better (and needed) perspective on just how easy I've got things and to appreciate it all the more. Well put and exactly my thought. It most certainly recalibrates one's perspective and appreciate the life you have... | |
| Soundsmith notes the passing of Doug Cassara @retipper Thank you for sharing your remembrance of a dear friend who has passed away. It is touching and genuinely sincere. What amazing perseverance Doug possessed to handle such a catastrophic hardship for those many years. Charles | |
| 300B for Canary Grand reference @sns Tubes that provide natural timbre will not have you desiring more warmth. I'm quite sure the Acmes, and the other top tubes will make your present Gold Lions sound washed out and grey in comparison Stated so well and the truth in my opin... |