david_ten
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| What a sad world we now live in....... 1999 ~ 939 million physical CD shipments in the U.S.2000 ~ 942 million physical CD shipments in the U.S.2017 ~ 88 million physical CD shipments in the U.S.2018 ~ 52 million physical CD shipments in the U.S.[courtesy statista.com]the CD format has ... | |
| Used DACs in the 10k range @smodtactical Most of my system development has been focused on getting the amplification right, followed by cables and speakers.I've had a few folks in to listen and provide feedback as I've worked on moving my system forward. Not a single perso... | |
| The best State or region for Audiophile True. | |
| High definition vs. tonal balance You add resolution with source, electronics and cables, and of course with power management.Are we saying speakers need not resolve? | |
| High definition vs. tonal balance Years ago I had a system that was far less defined than the system I have today. But, tonally, it was in perfect balance.How would you know? By that, I mean versus today.Perfect tonality without accuracy (transparency, clarity,...) Hmmm....+1 rodman | |
| Used DACs in the 10k range @smodtactical I'm (somewhat) in the same position as you are. I have the Denafrips Terminator and have been extremely happy and impressed with it. However, as my system has evolved and improved I've also asked myself whether I should consider ano... | |
| Isoacoustics Gaia Speaker Footers Just placed an order for two sets of GAIA IIs for my 2A3 monoblocks. IsoAcoustics helped with choosing between OREA and GAIA as well as between the GAIA IIs and IIIs.I had been looking at various options and landed at the Critical Mass CenterStage... | |
| Tekton Double Impacts The Tekton Design Double Impacts will work in your room. Those who have the Impact Monitors / Pendragons are in a much better position to advise with respect to those two speakers and room size...however, I believe all will work fine with your room. | |
| Most “disappeared” speakers. +1 to @douglas_schroeder 's posts.Whichever one I want. ....the effect of sensing the speakers have "disappeared" happens when they are setup properlyAlmost any speaker can be made to 'disappear' ... this is also about your system (not solely the... | |
| What are important features in a listening chair Health. Movement. You (not the chair).Since the focus (so far) has primarily been on comfort and sound quality....Studies are now showing that standing (at an upright desk) is not much different in impact versus sitting. An old school and simple w... | |
| Whats playing on your system today? Evolution -- Dr. Lonnie Smith | |
| What are important features in a listening chair Somebody could make a ton of money by inventing a standing chair for audiophiles.😀 Here’s an option: with tilt to accommodate for tweeter height and isolation. 😀https://www.bigbadtoystore.com/Product/VariationDetails/58428 | |
| Whats playing on your system today? Panola County Spirit -- Walker Family Singers (Gospel) | |
| Whats playing on your system today? Sound Travels -- Jack DeJohnette (plus a terrific supporting cast) | |
| Speaker advice for listening to Blues music Can you help me understand why your car stereo is a reference, despite your being a Blues Guitarist? Thanks.I'm not sure I understand your question? It's not really a reference, listening to Blues guitar in the car is just easier on the ears, com... |