dgarretson
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| Combining 2 Channel and HT Assuming the HT receiver has L/R pre outputs, you can simply drive FL/FR from the receiver through the 2CH pre & downstream to the ARC amp & 802s. Establish a reference volume level for the pre to use when in HT mode. Setup the HT receiver... | |
| Anyone else experiencing the rude highend retailer I've had a few conversations with BB/Magnolia sales staff about their business model. To boil it down, their idea is similar to Walmart moving upscale in select affluent markets. The well-healed shopper who frequents expensive boutiques for luxury... | |
| beautiful piano recordings: solo or small ensemble Paul Bley "Nothing to Declare"Keith Jarrett "The Carnegie Hall Concert"Fred Hersch "Songs Without Words"Fred Hersch & Bill Frisell "Songs We Know" | |
| Cars. What does the typical audiophile drive? Lotus Esprit Turbo, BMW 325is, Ducati 916, Turbocharged BMW K100RS. | |
| Merlin VSM-mm's a good value at $3000 used? Factor in another $450 to upgrade the BAM to current specs. This will enlarge the bass and add refinement to the treble & midrange. If you want to go deeper you can always add a sub, which crosses over smoothly with Merlin VSMs at 30Hz or 35Hz. | |
| "Reference" Preamps If you will consider a minimalistic passive preamp of the highest quality, audition the Audio Consulting Silver Rock TVC. It can be had SE or balanced at no additional cost, with or without a battery-powered input buffer. A balanced Placette Activ... | |
| merlin with conrad johnson? I like VSM-MXs with a BAT VK75SE. I believe Bobby P. feels that the BAT and many other amps are over-prominent in the presence region. But with this amp I can position the speakers 1'-2' further apart for increased scale while maintaining focus. I... | |
| oil change t/t Arnold, the split viscosity rating (5W50, 10W30, etc.) of all motor oils has to do with differences in flow characteristics at startup "room" temperature and at full operating temperature. I would think that generally a heavier viscosity would be ... | |
| CDP Clock Replacement - did you upgrade yours ??? I've had the Audiocom SC2, SC3, and SC4 in my SCD-1, powered by stock DC, then SC3 power supply, then batteries. The clock is the single greatest improvement I've done among many mods. The SC4 is far ahead of the earlier generations, so I would gu... | |
| Best Live Shows 2006 ? Saw Jack White's band The Raconteurs do a really strong opening for Dylan last week. | |
| panny 60u vs. 600u Goatwuss, Thanks for your positive assessment of the 60U. Every time I get ready to buy a plasma I am driven from the store by the lousy setups on display. Then I go spend the money on some more 2CH audio gear... | |
| panny 60u vs. 600u I have not seen the 600U, but I am unimpressed with the jagged razoring along image edges that I saw on the 60U during fast motion sequences. A BB/Magnolia salesman told me that the 600U has a better video processor and that the 60U actually was a... | |
| In the market for a plasma.........suggestions? Question about the Panasonic 60 vs. 600 models. I've seen the 60s but not the 600s in store displays. Don't know if it's poor setup or endemic to the budget model, but I've observed mild problems with jagged razoring along edges during motion sequ... | |
| Ray LaMontagne - Got the Stuff If you like Ray and you want a little more fiber in your diet, try Califone "Roots & Crowns." Possibly album of the year in this genre. New Bonnie Prince Billy "The Letting Go" is also good. | |
| Preamplifier: Yes or NO ? I've thought about a TVC or a resistive passive attenuator as an alternative to my tube pre, and I will probably get around to trying one soon. As related experience, I've tried several active and passive analog output stages inside my modded CDP,... |