curtisvill

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Why do we stop listening to new music as we get older?
Streaming has opened my eyes to new music and artists I never would have heard, it’s a whole new frontier.   
Looking for advise with selecting next integrated amp
If you can take a listen to the Synthesis A40 or A100. Both are amazing integrated amps with a fantastic DAC component. You can find the A40 new in your price range, 40 watts per channel, the A100, 100 watts per channel, you can find used in  your... 
Female vocalist recommendations
Take a listen to Dominique Fils-Aimé, her song Birds is one of my audition songs.   
Synthesis 27AC vs COINCIDENT DYNAMO 34SE MKIII
I do not have any experience with the 27AC but I do have a fair amt of experience with Synthesis gear. I recently upgraded from the A40 integrated amp, incredible sound with a fantastic DAC, to the Synthesis Roma 98DC mono blocks and the Roma 117D... 
Headphone break in?
I have found that my headphones, Focal Stelia, Meze Elite, ZMF Verite closed, and others all benefit from break-in time. I usually noticed differences in 25 hour increments with them really settling in around the 200 hour mark. I would leave them ... 
Most underrated female recording artists..
What a great thread with a lot of wonderful artists. I would add the two below which I have not seen mentioned.    Macy Gray - my favorite is her album Stripped. Dominique Fils-Aimé - Nameless is my go to album.   
Looking for Recommendations: Best Wireless, Hi-Res, Closed Back, Over-the-ear Headphone
You will get much better sound with a wired pair of headphones.  By using the bluetooth connection you are not able to get the full high res experience.    
High efficiency desktop speakers
@blisshifi The amp produces 10W into 8ohm, 5.5W into 30ohm, and 2.5W into 80ohm. I have used it to power a pair of Audio Note ANE/LX which it has done so effortlessly. I had it built as a headphone amp and had the maker put in speaker taps for jus... 
High efficiency desktop speakers
@blisshifi, sorry for the delayed reply, I've been at my restaurant.  Speakers will sit 20" from the back wall and 4'-4 1/2" apart.  
High efficiency desktop speakers
Thank you for all the responses, I really appreciate it. @blisshifi, that is an intriguing option.  I would not consider myself the most talented when it comes to woodworking but my local shop uses a cabinet maker for their custom speakers so thi... 
Warm, rich, smooth, 3d tube integrated amp, budget $6000
I should have specified but I'd really appreciate a pure amp.. no phono/dac etc. @smodtactical You can bypass the DAC if you already have one, but the DAC in the Synthesis is outstanding.   
Warm, rich, smooth, 3d tube integrated amp, budget $6000
I am a broken record on this, but, the integrated tube amp that I am a BIG fan of is the Synthesis Audio A-40 (40-watt, pushpull, KT-66 tube).  It comes with a killer good DAC included I agree with the above statement. I have a Synthesis Audio ... 
Upgrade Reccomendations
Lots of great I formation and ideas, thank you very much. I tend to be impulsive, so slowing down and taking my time can be a challenge at times. I plan on listening to some different amps and speakers to see what my ears like and slowly upgrade. ... 
Think ill just go with a lumin
I will second the Sonnet Hermes streamer and Morpheus DAC. They have incredible synergy and musicality. Enjoy the search, that is half the fun.    john