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Looking for input: Best material for mid range cone
Implantation is what it's all about. Been discussed already and it's nearly impossible to say no to, lol.  That said, I think if implemented properly, many of today's materials that weren't available years ago, can and do often sound better than t... 
If bi-amping is so great, why do some high end speakers not support it?
dkzzzz, tone controls are one of those things that purists as you say, don't like.  I agree with you and I know many designers who also do.  That said, I've never heard digital EQ that didn't somehow change the sound of the spectrum elsewhere in t... 
Absolute top tier DAC for standard res Redbook CD
I too feel it's excellent throughout Tidal.  They really miked it nicely. I went into the hall as soon as they opened it as I was so excited to see him in person finally and to share it with my wife.   The musicians he had were a who's who.  Tina ... 
Who thinks $5K speaker cable really better than generic 14AWG cable?
we can all go back and forth and probably will, but in the end it's like everything else in audio.  Individual and up to each of us to audition and chose what sounds best to US in OUR rooms.  It's discussions like this that keep forums hot though ... 
Who thinks $5K speaker cable really better than generic 14AWG cable?
Thanks Geof.  That's why I asked if naysayer has even heard the cable I reference in my system.  I see no science or test results that show one way or the other.  I respect the heck out of science and physics.  My daughter i nearly complete in her... 
Who thinks $5K speaker cable really better than generic 14AWG cable?
So you contradict yourself with your own statement of:' And the ONLY measure of efficacy is extremely subjective - one's perception of what is being heard.'Yes, perception. I use the term jaw dropping, because in my system that's what I hear as we... 
If bi-amping is so great, why do some high end speakers not support it?
Kalali, You can go to the Ask Ricard part of their site and ask your question there. I have heard it set up this way with NAD amps as well as Belles amps and boy does it make a nice difference.  You can really get a lot of high end sound out of th... 
Looking for input: Best material for mid range cone
And s many of the composits do sound better than what we've had if implemented properly.  
Looking for input: Best material for mid range cone
mmeysarosh51 posts07-04-2017 10:24pmAny material used in diaphragm will have properties that require attention to gain optimal operation. Beryllium as an example has very high self damping (stiffness of cone) but doesn’t exhibit much internal damp... 
Absolute top tier DAC for standard res Redbook CD
Al, it's ctsooner@alumni.ou.edu  I look forward to hearing from you. Matt and I spent most of last night texting about all the servers out here and our thoughts on ones we've auditioned so far and ones we need to.  JH, this thread has taken on it'... 
Absolute top tier DAC for standard res Redbook CD
Just found the review Michael L did.  Got the price, lol.  Would love to hear it vs my Steve Nugent Mac Mini, that's for sure.  Exciting times for servers as we've all been saying. 
Absolute top tier DAC for standard res Redbook CD
Thanks for posting Al.  What are the price points of the unit?  Have heard great things about it. 
Absolute top tier DAC for standard res Redbook CD
Had to share...69 pages.  ;)  3422 responses (guess this makes 3423).It's crazy to see where we are in this thread and honestly, it's just getting legs with new stuff and continued DAC info.  BTW, I just installed my Audioquest Diamond USB cable a... 
Who thinks $5K speaker cable really better than generic 14AWG cable?
Yes the difference between the AQ Wild and WEL are the size of the teflon tubes and the absorption of electronic interference etc.... The lowered noise floor is so noticeable that I'm blown away.  I have NEVER been 'blown away' by any cable and I'... 
Who thinks $5K speaker cable really better than generic 14AWG cable?
Buck, there are three types of audiophile for the most part.  Those who love the music and use the equipment to listen with the best possibly enjoyment.  Those who love equipment and listen to music to show off their systems (according to many in ...