charles1dad
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| PS Audio Direct Stream Matt,I would feel very comfortable comparing the Lampizator Big 6 against the MSB, DCS and Esoteric " upper tier" DACs based on music reproduction criteria as opposed to a "hifi" check list. It will depend on what you're looking for. Your impressi... | |
| Wilson Audio MAXX resistors As an outside observer I find Peter's decorum admirable and he's been very respective of the Wilson product. He has noted an unusual application for a resistor in a speaker and clearly explained he opinion{hardly "chump" behavior}.Yes, there are m... | |
| Wilson Audio MAXX resistors Al,You beat me to lt, reading this thread with interest and for education as well.Pbnaudio's explanations and reasoning appear to be undeniably logical based on sensible engineering principles. Why use a resistor in this manner? | |
| oppo's volume control Runnin, I have found that there are many nice people on this site with much experience and information to share. Unfortunately you also have a few "know it alls" as well.Best solution is trust what you hear.Charles, | |
| oppo's volume control Runnin,You aren't alone in your preference for a high quality preamp. They do complete the sonic picture and music sounds more real, natural and less sterile and "hifi". Others prefer a different sound that in their opinion is more accurate or cor... | |
| PS Audio Direct Stream +1French fries regarding the varying quality of the actual CD/SACD. When mastered and produced with a high level of care they can sound quite wonderful and engaging. Charles, | |
| Capacitor log Mundorf Silver in Oil I'd never heard of Duelund until Grannyring began a thread about them roughly 2 years ago and this stirred my curiosity. Very soon afterwards I came across this thread and Volleyguy's postings simply hooked me in. Yes his single speaker comparison... | |
| Capacitor log Mundorf Silver in Oil Audiolabyrinth, I wouldn't extrapolate to the extent that you have done.The main point is with many speakers the Xover is a soft spot and is ripe for considerable improvement. The speaker should be very good and appeal to your ears in its stock fo... | |
| PS Audio Direct Stream Ozzy,I wish you a better outcome than what " hope and change " has yielded. Good Luck,Charles, | |
| Capacitor log Mundorf Silver in Oil Hi Bill (Grannyring),As usual you raise many good points with your insight.Based on my experience I really can't understand why builders of expensive speakers don't use bette Xover parts.I sincerely respect their talents and efforts but many(not a... | |
| Capacitor log Mundorf Silver in Oil Hi Tas,Well your conclusions about the Coincident speakers match mine. Very good cabinet construction, excellent quality drivers and pretty simple signal path. Address the crossover with premium parts and you'll have an exceptionally sounding spea... | |
| Capacitor log Mundorf Silver in Oil Hi Tas, Congratulations on the successful modification of your speakers. The Duelund upgrade takes the Total Eclipse from the "very good" to the level of superb in my opinion. Just settle back and enjoy your music, it will steadily improve. In hin... | |
| Speakers for SET 8 Watt 300B system? Sm04, I understand. Besides the Coincident Triumph you may be interested in the Trenner-Friedl Pharoah floor stander. It has a very good reputation for sound quality.Charles, | |
| Speakers for SET 8 Watt 300B system? Brownafan,You can send me a PM anytime.Although you'd be moving from a 500 watt SS amp to an 8 watt SET[Frankenstein} it'd be wonderful with your Triumphs and CSL.Charles, | |
| Speakers for SET 8 Watt 300B system? Sm04,I've read very flattering things about your Tonian Classic 12.1 speakers. I hope you don't regret replacing them. |