clio09

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Which high power SET
I think this discussion leaves out an a couple of important factors. The first is the size of the listening room and the second is the listening level preference. The impedance curve is important as well, but to me speaker efficiency is a much low... 
What is the best transport?
It actually might not be the best quality source, but it certainly can sound extremely good and the convenience factor is off the charts.Given that digital is my third string quarterback behind analog tape and vinyl I find myself feeling the same ... 
Need computer audio advice.
I had used a MacBook for a bit and then a MacMini. In both cases I bought one of these to store my music and used the FireWire interface to connect to the computer. I mapped the music software (Audirvana, JRiver, Pure Music) to this external drive... 
Experience with Cantata
These days there are many digital components that have variable output and they will vary greatly as to quality. Wadia's variable output is very good and if you were happy with that you should be happy with the Cantata's volume control that operat... 
An audiophile in Chicago .....
Essential Audio is in the burbs but worth a visit. Lots of great equipment and vinyl. You might want to look up Tweak Studio as well who I think are in the city. 
Computer for music only?
Rip them and play them from the same computer if you like. I did that when I was using an optimized MacBook and then MacMini for computer audio. Just use good ripping software. For PC you would want to use dbpoweramp.I have since graduated to a NA... 
Looking for "realistic" speakers
Vu is very knowledgeable and you will get to hear some really good speakers. He was a huge Cary dealer at one time, might still be, and he knew Dennis well. I bought my first Set of Cary gear and Spendor speakers from him.FWIW I have heard the Sal... 
Looking for "realistic" speakers
Not sure where you are in Maryland but if you can get to Déjà Vu Audio in McLean, VA go over and have a listen. They carry a nice line of speakers including Audio Note, Spendor, ProAc and Quad. I think the classic British monitor sound might app... 
Need help determining next upgrade - 3rd ATTEMPT
I had a room similar to this at one time. It was not easy to set up but what worked for me was using the Audio Physics method of speaker placement. It may be worth looking up and trying out. Almarg has suggested similar points in his post. Unfortu... 
Tube Tester in Las Vegas
We have one. Go to the link below and use the Contact Us form to send me your phone number. We can arrange a visit to the shop and you can use the tester.http://www.electrafidelity.com 
Suggestions for a CDP that's
Resolution Audio Cantata, it is what I use and I have Atma-Sphere amps as well.Dealer Disclaimer for both products. 
Resolution Audio - Cantata
What issues are you having with gapless playback on the Cantata? I have been playing gapless files on mine. 
I-Tunes-type software
I am pretty sure that Audirvana, Pure Music, and Amarra only work with OSX and iTunes as the library. JRiver was originally developed for PC and is now Mac compatible.Macdonj - try the JRiver software out for a bit. I think you will like it. At th... 
I-Tunes-type software
JRiver has integer mode support for the latest OSX Mavericks. Mac brought back this feature for the Mavericks release. Previously I think you needed Snow Leopard or earlier.Unless you need to be married to iTunes the move to JRiver will be worthwh... 
Ripping software for 2014
If using a Mac XLD is probably your best and maybe only choice, outside of ripping with iTunes. On PC you have lots more choices. Check out the Empirical Audio and Computer Audiophile websites for more information. These are very good sources of i...