dhite71
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| PrimaLuna EVO 400 v Cary SLI-100 @mattsca I owned an Audio Research GSi 75 a few years ago. It is a fantastic piece with phono and DAC standard on all units. I needed more power as I have Wilson Audio that are a bit power hungry. There is one on USAM now for $6000. | |
| One box solution +1 for Aurender AP20 I had an A20 for a while and it was a fantastic unit. Aurender's build quality is top notch as well. I did a quick search and there are not any on the used market now. It also has a headphone option....that would most like... | |
| Should I use Impedance 4 or 8? @allears4u You have received good advice to try both and pick what sounds best. I don't understand the electrical principles but as an example, I have Audio Research tube amps and 4 ohm speakers. ARC told me directly to use the 8 ohm taps and ... | |
| Is there usually a dramatic difference between $5k and $10k cartridges ? I think more importantly than simply the value difference of going from $5000-$10,000 is the design and the brand. Speaking retail, I have a $3200 Kiseki Purple Heart and went to a $5500 Koetsu rosewood signature. I preferred the Kiseki. I haven’t... | |
| Has this ever happened to you? I have had several of those moments lately where I feel that my system has elevated the sound. It has definitely helped curb my urge to try yet another speaker upgrade. I signed the contract today to get my house painted! | |
| Best Used Tube Based Preamp $2k Or Under? @nightfall I don’t know that level of detail regarding the sound ARC was going for between different generations. I have always heard that ARC is not a tubey sound but it is what I have had and never ventured out to compare with other tube model... | |
| Looking for a simple system @mattcone I recommend an Audio Research GSi75 It is one impressive integrated. You get a superb DAC and phono. I know you don't intend to have media, but it is there is you ever changed your mind. I had one and for your application it would ... | |
| Best Used Tube Based Preamp $2k Or Under? @nightfall Audio Research LS17SE There are some out there now and they have great resale potential so if you can get one at $2k, you could always sell if you changed your mind | |
| My Sonus Faber Amatis have weak bass even though I'm running ML 536s--800 w/ch into 4 ohms @torke I believe you nailed it that it is simply your room. That is tough for any of us to diagnose and advise upon simply by commenting in a thread. I have Wilson Sophia 1 that have a lot of bass that is clean and deep in my room. When I had... | |
| Does anyone listen to the radio anymore? I only listen to the radio in the car and primarily listen to a local station here in Memphis, TN WEVL 89.9 wevl.org You can stream them online. I encourage everyone to check them out.....and support if you enjoy They have only 1 paid position.... | |
| Declare the correct value on the Customs form? @vinylfun Glad to hear your optimism....I get so frustrated how people always assume the worst and start crucifying someone. Your post did not imply and wrong doing by the seller. The condition of a $1200 album is going to be heavily scrutiniz... | |
| Let's talk about Silver... For me and the digital IC between my streamer and DAC, silver made significant improvements. A friend loaned me his Clearer Audio Silver-Live Optimus Reference cable to be my reference as I compared to others. The CA was almost analog sounding w... | |
| Better DAC or better Streamer @eddy1 Don't limit yourself...you're an audiophile...accept that you are going to upgrade both. You were probably already leaning one way before the post so go for it and when your budget allows do the other and have fun! | |
| Bluesound Node Icon @efoo Bluesound has great support and will answer your questions. I had the same as I recently moved back to separates and had used a Node 2i a few years ago with success. My questions to them were since I am only using their product as a stre... | |
| Discerning a difference between streamers is difficult...only me or common for all? @audphile1 Not sure why I had trouble initially but saw the upload image field this evening so added a photo. My 12yo daughter listens to music with me all the time since she was a toddler. I haven't ever got her to compare sounds between any... |