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| stereo amp vs monoblocks, any advantages? You need monoblocks if the power requirements exceed 1,000 watts per channel, otherwise they are just a luxury.You can test for crosstalk in a stereo amp by unplugging the left input cable, and listening to the left speaker. It's usually pretty qu... | |
| Ia a good amp more important than a good DAC? ThomasT, I agree with you 100%1. Room2. Speakers3. Amp4. DAC (even a cheap DAC has amazing specs) | |
| how to include the subwoofer? XLR Y-splitter out of the preamp.Run the speakers full-range, they sound great right? Tuck the sub underneath, less is more.Clean and simple solution, takes advantage of what you already have. | |
| Ia a good amp more important than a good DAC? Even an inexpensive DAC has very low self-noise, low distortion, and no headroom issues.Can't say the same thing for a cheap amp.Amps are big analog circuits with lots of components and connections operating in a hot, high-current environment. A D... | |
| Scanspeak 10" driver replacement - blown woofer Get the T/S parameters for the original drivers from Vandersteen, then find replacements from Madisound that most closely match the original. | |
| Sub for 2 channel music only setup Hsu Research subs are fantastic, affordable, and have great customer service. | |
| PC toDAC Connection M-audio Transit is another option $80Digital audio in/out to your pc | |
| DACs with volume control ? Apogee mini dac has a volume knob | |
| cd/dvd player with digital remote volume control I just got a new Oppo 980, works great, sounds fantastic, great design, and has a single remote for all functions I need.THANKS for the great tip Ecruz! |