curiousjim

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new member, some questions, need help please
@jaimeromero  Go to a few shows and as many dealers as you can. What kinds of music do you like to listen to?  How loud do you like to listen to?  Tell us about the room you are planning to use, size, windows, floor coverings etc. I just recentl... 
Tune of the Day
@slaw  I had to much to dream last night.  
Solid State preamp Brands
Two of my favorite preamps were both Hybrid. An older ARC SP-9mk2 and a PS Audio, BHK Signature preamp. I truly enjoy being able to change their sound by rolling a couple of tubes. All the best in your search.  
Looking to upgrade my Goldenear Triton ones. Need help
Having listened to a couple pairs of Sonus Farber speakers lately, if you have a dealer near by, check them out.  BTW, I bought a pair myself that replaced KEF Reference 5 speakers and I’m really happy.  
Audio Fantasies
Even as a kid I always wondered what those big money systems sounded like.  
Tune of the Day
@slaw  You and me both Brother. Luv TTB    
Audioquest DBS - What Voltage?
If anyone finds a good place to get replacement batteries at a good price, let us know.  
Anyone can help with a question in use of Boulder 866....
I have always plugged my desktop sound card into a receiver, and it works great!  You are trying to use an amplifier that has no preamp. Try plugging your PC into your preamp or something that has a preamp in it.  Oh and be sure to not use any Pho... 
When I listen to my system.......
I have always loved music and have been striving for better sound for fifty plus years. Music plays in my home several hours a day and each day I try sit with my eyes closed and listen for an album or two.  
Tune of the Day
Thunderclap Neuman, Something In The Air.  
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Hell or High Water,  Set The Blues On Fire.    
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Running On Three,  Brand X.  
Amp Stands - Wood or Stone
I tried the butcher blocks and my speakers didn’t feel solid..  I have granite and isolation under my amps and speakers and am very happy.  
Just upgraded to Fiber Optic feed ( 500Mbps) from Spectrum (250 Mbps) OMG
I pay Spectrum $54 for 500 down and 22-24 up as part of a package.   With fiber, you should get the same up and down.    
Oh my goodness!
@asvjerry  I think I am almost maybe kinda sort of close to my final setup. I’ve just started to do some research on a different DAC.  Not sure yet what I’m looking for to replace the Pontus ll, but when you’re in no hurry, something will surely ...