dhite71

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The Low Volume Loudness Dilemma
@yesiam_a_pirate  It doesn't appear you have a subwoofer in your system.  I have a pair HSU Research TN 1225 with his Model 500A amp.  This system allows me to have easy access to the volume for the subs since the amp is with the rest of my gear.... 
I listened to a pair of Audio Research Reference 330Ms
I am a middle-class audiophile and new ARC prices 5 years ago seemed like crazy expensive gear.  My system is the only thing I really splurge on so buying used one generation back ARC gear is where I landed so spending about $15k on the gen 1 of t... 
Recommendation for tube preamp
I have had great experiences with Audio Research over the past several years. I’ve always been curious about Conrad Johnson but haven’t ever heard any of their products. While the recommendations of an LS28 or REF 6 are great they don’t seem real... 
Sound of the DCS Bartok vs the DCS Rossini Player
You would think this could get a few solid responses....surely someone out there has compared and is willing to write a few words.  
You read a lot about D'Agostino nowadays but little about Krell
@taters @lalitk @audiolabyrinth @ebm @statman I was curious about this breakup from years past and ran across this old thread. It is cool to see how everyone had faith Dan would succeed and uhhh, holy crap has he! I mean these products t... 
MoFi v/s UHQR
@lalitk  Do you have the Analogue Productions 45rpm of L.A. Woman?  Wondering about it vs the new UHQR.  I have a 1971 standard release that is clean and plays quiet but does not sound good.  I streamed it last night and that HR version from my A... 
dCS Bartok vs Aurender A20
I have not!  The closest I came was taking my A20 over to a guys house with a Bartok non Apex to compare. We were rushed and he also had a separate streamer that I forgot the brand. We both thought it was very close but truly did not spend enough ... 
Spades vs. Banana plugs ??
I prefer bananas, but never feel like they make the connection that spades do For the same reasons like others have stated. I only buy used equipment so when I got my transparent cable, most of what I found were spade to spade  My older Wilson spe... 
MoFi v/s UHQR
@lalitk Thanks for the heads up on LA Woman...am considering tonight(with scotch) You haven't commented on the Bill Evans so that worries me you were not impressed with the UHQR in comparison to your Riverside Recordings copies.  
MoFi v/s UHQR
@lalitk oh boy!  now I feel the pressure!!!    
MoFi v/s UHQR
@lalitk too much scotch and late night record spinning occurred and yes, I have both;  I have the Riverside collection as well and both UHQR are superior;  You definitely get a greater feel of being there...there are subtle sounds throughout all 4... 
MoFi v/s UHQR
Nice..I got a few nice records at my favorite shop in Memphis Saturday after me and my audio buddy met for a BBQ sandwich at Payne's on Lamar.  One of those hole in the wall joints with a couple that do it all and turn out some of the best in Memp... 
MoFi v/s UHQR
@whart  Very well said!  I agree with you that the focus should be on finding those gems and new music to enjoy.  It takes more effort too...it's much easier to replace an album you have or simply buy the latest audiophile of an album you don't h... 
MoFi v/s UHQR
I have several of the MoFi releases variety with 'Original Master Recording' at the top of the jacket.  I find these are around 70/30 or maybe a bit better in their favor to be good releases.  Several of mine where I have a good copy of the origin... 
Is There Some Problem With Shunyata's Everest Power Conditioner
@moto_man  I've wondered the same as I signed up on HiFiShark a few months ago to be notified when one becomes available for sale.  I have received a LOT of emails on these.  I haven't tried one but did trial an open-box Eiger from Music Direct. ...