cio52
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| Another streaming newbie Only your ears can tell you if something sounds good enough. The 2i has received many positive reviews and you can start there with the confidence most everyone here has expressed. Both Tidal and Qobuz have trial offers and can be run on the Blu... | |
| External DAC connection for Bluesound Node 2i (after "Another streaming newbie" thread) I used the Node 2i DAC with my all analog McIntosh C45 pre-amp and Audioquest Wind interconnects and thoroughly enjoyed the results. I've read the Node 2i DAC is a Burr-Brown, but not verified.When I replaced the C45 with a C49 I used the pre-amps... | |
| I need advice on bi amping Looked up your system. Long interconnects work best with XLR connections. | |
| I need advice on bi amping There is nothing wrong with having a powerful system as long as you like it. My 2 channel system is 350 watts per side. The speakers are rated at 600 watts so I like power. Volume is not my main concern, quality is. My experience with bi-ampin... | |
| Isolation Transformers I have the Furman Elite 20 PFi that I am using with my home theater system. Having so many amplifier channels (11.2) it helps that it has "in excess of 4.5 amps continuous power with 55 amps peak up-charge that is cleaner and faster than a dedicat... | |
| Optimal connectivity for watching TV and 2 channel audio Problem with 2-channel and TV is you have to sit in the sweet spot for the lips moving on the screen to match the soundstage that you hear IME. It is harder for your brain to fool itself that the sound is coming from the screen and not the speake... | |
| Sent Back the Pro-ject Turntable: What would be the best option in the $1800 range? Just checked Music Directs price. CLEARAUDIO - Concept Black Turntable with Concept Tonearm (MM Cartridge) Turntables Price $1,800.00$1600 for the table and arm only.They also have a 60 day return policy. | |
| Sent Back the Pro-ject Turntable: What would be the best option in the $1800 range? I'm a little surprised that no one mentions Clearaudio. I'm guessing the majority dislike belt drive. I bought a Champion Level Two with the Unify carbon fiber tonearm in 2002 and I still love it. Currently using a Benz Micro Wood SL. But this... | |
| Music in multiple rooms I sense that you already have this equipment but do you have Wi-Fi or an Ethernet connection? The Bluesound system could work very well for you. Their streamers and speakers work and sound great. They are portable and would allow you an infinite m... | |
| Optimal connectivity for watching TV and 2 channel audio My opinion is to use your AVR and get a center channel speaker. AVR's were specifically made for TV and BlueRay viewing. If your AVR can't adequately power the L&R speakers then use the integrated. You definitely need a sub woofer. A bette... | |
| Adding 5-channel amps to AV Receivers I am glad the OP has a solution to the question but I wanted to add something he and everyone could still use and that is a power conditioner with reserve power. I have a Furman Elite-20 PF I that I bought open box from Audio Advisor. It has in ex... | |
| We've lost another... Thank you Lyle. It's amazing how often I enjoy listening to your music after all these years. | |
| Help me stay with Vinyl. Also, I clean my records with a Nitti Gritti machine and use an Anti Static brush from Maple Shade. I have cleaned records multiple times with poor results because I played them with the same stylus shape that caused the damage to begin with. IE ... | |
| Help me stay with Vinyl. Equipment, phono settings, cables and cartridge make a huge difference on the amount of noise you hear. My first system was an old Krell phono/pre, Clearaudio Moving Coil, and Krell amp. This setup had a soundstage that wrapped around me 270 deg... | |
| What Possessed Me to Do This? You must always remember the first move is by the delivery company, the next move is up to you. Good Luck and I hope you get to listen to your system again soon. |