cwlondon
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| The Ten Rules of high-end audio Rule 12) "Audiophiles" who start threads where they:a) Spontaneously gush about some no name, distribution challenged, garage built voodoo brand, particularly where they begin in a tone like: "Hey everyone, in my ongoing quest for public service a... | |
| which external hard disc for music storage? Can I use this device?http://atechfabrication.com/products/mass_storage.htmAs an audiophile, I like to spend as much as possible, with a substantial percentage of funds allocated to the chassis alone.What kind of drives should I put in this? Stack... | |
| The Ten Rules of high-end audio 1) Prices have increased 10x or more, but regardless of price, "high end" audio has seen only marginal improvements since the 80's2) Profit margins over 100% are inversely correlated to the integrity, credibility and trustworthiness of the manufac... | |
| Imac to my dac- sounds awful? I am sorry to hear you are having some difficulties.I am also relieved to hear that life actually is not as simple as:"JUST GET A MAC!"Good luck.cwlondon | |
| 400W amp under $2000 How about a Behriner EP1500 for $299.99?1400 watts in bridged mode and many audiophiles on the Magneplanar forums rave about them.Apparently the fans are a bit noisy but can be switched with quieter ones.For < $300 bucks, the build quality won'... | |
| Wireless for the Keyboard, Not the Computer? Sarcher30 and others, thank you.Sean, as we continue to unravel this mystery, one of my key questions would be why it is necessary to spend a thousand bucks on the tweaky Offramp device.Would the Benchmark and/or any number of other DACs which now... | |
| Wireless for the Keyboard, Not the Computer? Re Dells are pretty darn quietI understand that the physical noise of the computer - like a fan in a power amp - would be an irritating distraction from any high end device.However, I thought the PC audio geeks argued that normal PCs were electric... | |
| Whats with the Watts ?? Silver911There are some wonderful people with years of expertise on Audiogon. But you must also beware of dealers lurking in these types of threads while masquerading as friendly enthusiasts.You are on the right track by asking questions and learn... | |
| Wireless for the Keyboard, Not the Computer? Sarcher30I am very intrigued to see your comment:"I personally dont like macs at all"as it seems over 50% of replies to any PC audio related thread end in:"GET A MAC".Why dont you like Macs? I have resisted switching to a Mac, but I suppose if a M... | |
| Wireless for the Keyboard, Not the Computer? Re Quiet PCsCould anyone suggest any particular manufacturers whose PCs might be "quieter" or better suited to audio?Any used bargains - a Mac G tower, perhaps?In general I would prefer a windows machine, but I mainly use this PC for music and int... | |
| Wireless for the Keyboard, Not the Computer? Rdc2000Thank you for the compliment and glad you enjoyed my system link - I have put a lot of time and thought into the room, but of course, there always remains a long way to go....Network drives in another room - now you are speaking my language... | |
| Wireless for the Keyboard, Not the Computer? Hi5HarryDreaming up these configurations is not my strength, so I am glad to hear you thought it was a good idea, too. Yes, the "sweet spot" is a key issue, particularly with Magneplanars. Thank you!Rdc2000Ha - my disclaimer should have contained ... | |
| Top 5 recievers of the 70's and 80's ???? To me, there is a certain integrity that comes with designing and branding something from the ground up.Like modified or garage manufactured cars, I am not so moved by the fact that some quirky English car, which starts with a Lotus chassis or wha... | |
| Behringer 24/96 Auto EQ Continued... EldartfordOnce again, you are the king of the 24/96.I was positive I had plugged in the microphone, but it seems I had moved my rack and the connector had fallen out! DOUBLE DUH!.Thank you very much - it would have been a long time before I figure... | |
| Top 5 recievers of the 70's and 80's ???? Concept 16.5 - not drinking the Kool Aid.Not to doubt your observations, but looks like a rebadged, private label type product.I stand by the Yamahas. |