dave_72

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Accuphase Power Amps
I have only heard the P-4200 at the last CES back in January. I didn't just poke my head in the room and leave, I stayed a while so I could get a good audition. Anyway, it is an excellent amp. I would not hesitate to buy one. It sounded great on a... 
Who did hear the new Pass Labs .8 series amps?
Interesting reviews thus far! Keep 'em comin! 
B&W Matrix 801 Series II
They've certainly have stood the test of time, and they're the most well known high end speaker from the 80s. But, as others said, you need a lot of power, highest quality cables (bi wire,) high quality preamp and sources, bass alignment filter, a... 
Synergy Between Magicos5 With Pass Labs X350.5
Hi Ruti,I see. Well, in any case the 350.5 should be able to drive the Magicos as Doug99 said. On paper mind you. As far as sound quality, that's a matter of taste of course, so you definitely need to audition. Auditioning in general will really a... 
JBL L100s - Power?
Thanks. Likewise! 
Who did hear the new Pass Labs .8 series amps?
Cool, sounds good. Thanks for your report. 
Las Vegas
Our seventh meeting: http://lasvegasaudioclub.blogspot.com/2014/03/our-seventh-meeting.html 
Can I get a
Bifwynne: Yeah, I believe I've heard about that before regarding Crown. I bet it was comparable with McIntosh. That shoot-out would be interesting! 
JBL L100s - Power?
haha, maybe he's confused. all of these varied recommendations can have that effect. 
Who did hear the new Pass Labs .8 series amps?
Yes, please do. 
Can I get a
Ok, like a Crown amp and a pair of PA speakers? I suppose that would work. What would he use for a preamp? 
Who did hear the new Pass Labs .8 series amps?
I feel the same way for the most part. 
JBL L100s - Power?
You're welcome Audiolabryinth. I take it that's an older Krell unit. I like the old Krell better than the new, and I believe many audiophiles do as well. 
Who did hear the new Pass Labs .8 series amps?
True, but the .8 series is very attractive especially when some of the units aren't that much more than the .5 series... 
Can I get a
Stay away from NAD, please...You need something with power and detail. It's out there, start with this and go from here:Harman/Kardon HK990 integrated ampJBL L890 or Studio 290 speakers. With either of these models, you don't really need a sub in ...