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| CDP or DAC with high end volume control Manthik, Don’t be surprised if the Linear Tube Audio preamp actually improves the sound quality when mated with the Aqua La Scala and the Vitus, you never know. I look forward to reading about your listening impressions.Charles | |
| Acoustic Zen Crescendo speaker crossover capacitors ... who makes them? I personally wouldn't bother with the bass capacitors in the Crescendo, for the effort and money required the ROI is small in terms of sonic impact. Bill you did a fine job making modifications where it matters by far the most. I'd just enjoy the ... | |
| I've decided to try Tubes Hello,I 2nd the suggestion of the knowledgeable gsm 18439, the Canadian Coincident Dynamo MK II version. The current MK II has bigger and better transformers and improved (stiffer) power supply, crucial areas for tube amplifiers. This company is v... | |
| Cerious Technologies NEW Graphene Cables Al,Given the extremely high speed of propagation velocity the delay factor would be as you note insignificant (due to the lengths of audio cable). But no doubt that insulation/dielectrics exert some level of sonic influence. For example the maker ... | |
| Cerious Technologies NEW Graphene Cables Darn auto spell, of course I meant Al not Alet. Charles | |
| Cerious Technologies NEW Graphene Cables Mac, Alet is universally recognized as an asset to this site for his technical knowledge. Just as noteworthy for me is his unfailing decorum, class and maturity. Mac I also have much appreciation for science and engineering. Knowledge is a good... | |
| Chord Dave or Ayre QX5 Twenty DAC??? Hello Mike,I looked it up to be certain. AXPONA 2016 room 506 debut of the Aqua Formula with Angstrom electronics. It was one of the very best sounding systems of the entire show. Charles | |
| Chord Dave or Ayre QX5 Twenty DAC??? Mike, I'm pretty sure that it was the Formula. It was at AXPONA 2016 in a room featuring all Italian brands and I believe it was the North American premier for the Formula,. If I'm mistaken then I apologize. If in fact what I heard was the La Scal... | |
| Cerious Technologies NEW Graphene Cables Al,Based on your explanation this would suggest that the insulation material and construction/implementation is probably more a significant factor affecting sound quality than many would suspect.Charles | |
| Acoustic Zen Crescendo speaker crossover capacitors ... who makes them? I agree with Bill, 9K for the AZ Crescendos is a very good price for what you'll get. Just my observation but this speaker impresses me more than the Wilson Sasha or the Magico S3 or S5 when heard under similar show conditions. This is not meant ... | |
| Chord Dave or Ayre QX5 Twenty DAC??? Hello Mike,Congratulations on getting the Aqua Formula DAC. I had the opportunity to hear this DAC during an extended listening session last year and thought it was superb due primarily to its natural character. I can appreciate your happiness w... | |
| Cerious Technologies NEW Graphene Cables Hi a25105, I appreciate your kind comment. There are far more legitimately terrific audio products available than I could ever hear or certainly own. I'm very content with what I have but readily acknowledge that there are other options availabl... | |
| Amps Atma-Sphere M-60 Mono blocks OTL design If the question is which of the three options is the most impactful, I’d say addressing the power supply. Power supply quality is foundational and as a result mandatory for high quality sound performance. The other two upgrades are important contr... | |
| Cerious Technologies NEW Graphene Cables Iprules1962, Good comments and truth. All that matters is what does the product sound like? Do your music listening experiences improve ? A manufacturer could give the most eloquent dissertation regarding the why and how of their products. Meani... | |
| Amps Atma-Sphere M-60 Mono blocks OTL design Ozzy,You're moving from very high power transistors to moderate power OTL with very high quality part upgrades. Keep us posted on this quite interesting comparison. I'm curious about what contrast you may hear.Charles |