decathlon1991

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Is the Cary SLP-05 still relavant?
Huh  
I'm trusting FedEx/ UPS less by the day
Hello,   I have been shipping with FedEx and UPS for almost 20 years with high end car and home audio. I always use factory packing because these manufacturer companies got it right and have had many countless experiences compared to us as con... 
Fedex and Ups Damage thread
Jim, I agree with you 100% I am doing the same because they can’t be trusted and believe me, don’t waste your time on insurance. It is a total scam to make money. Take that extra cash and pay for Global or freight shipping on a pallet.  
Fedex and Ups Damage thread
coltrane1 Sometimes it just depends on your area. My packages from FedEx to me has had that happen a couple of times but it has been in the last 2 years. UPS on the other hand is worst. I’ve heard stories of them kicking packages around like a so... 
Looking for warm tube preamp (should pair well with Pass power amp), budget $6000
Hello,   if you can get a Cary Audio SLP-05 from Cary, snag it. You will not be disappointed. Works with just about any amplifier, SS or Tube  
Fedex and Ups Damage thread
When I mean by freight, I mean put it in a pallet even if it is 40lbs and it is an electronic item, and ship it with a real freight trucking company. They do a much better job than UPS & FedEx. After a while I think they will get the point.   
Fedex and Ups Damage thread
Hello,   I have been shipping with FedEx and UPS for almost 20 years with high end car and home audio. I always use factory packing because these manufacturer companies got it right and have had many countless experiences compared to us as consu... 
McIntosh -- good for show, not for sound, says dealer
The negative replies are truly funny. I’m curious of what equipment they have tried. I’m definitely not loyal to any brand of equipment because I do consider myself an audiophile/ audio snob. If anyone is in the Southern California area and want t... 
Preowned Wilson Audio Chicago Dealer
Also if you have ever been to New Orleans and visited Wilson Audio the store, you will know Doug the original owner is the same way if not worse Except he will not pretend to have a product   
Preowned Wilson Audio Chicago Dealer
Yes, I have Mr. Thin skinned. I looked at his McIntosh MC275 for a second too. They have been there for well over a year. My uncle even went to Chicago to inquire about purchasing an amplifier for me and even with a well heads up timeline, he stil... 
Preowned Wilson Audio Chicago Dealer
It’s amazing some of you take things literally. Apparently some can’t read what the whole message stands for, lol. The truth hurts and based on some of the responses to what I said, it definitely struck a nerve. You’re right, you don’t know me and... 
Preowned Wilson Audio Chicago Dealer
For those of you (which I’m sure are his friends) are defending this guy, ask yourself a common sense question. He uses COVID as an excuse when business are open all the time. So has he been to your home? He doesn’t know if you have COVID or not. ... 
Subwoofer for music, how low?
I am also utilizing 4 JL Audio Subs. 2 Fathom 113’s and 2 Fathom 110’s  
Subwoofer for music, how low?
If you can afford JL Audio, I would go with them. I’m utilizing mine with the Wilson Audio speakers and the Wilson Crossover. Easy to blend in the room and you don’t get wasted sloppy bass. It is very precise and accurate down to 20hz if any of yo... 
Magico A5, Wilson SabrinaX, or PS Audio FR30?
I would do the Wilson, better sounding. Another great speaker would be the YG Acoustic Carmel II. It will blow the Magico away unless you like your highs screaming at you. If you do, then go with the Magico