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McIntosh MC901's internal active crossover & speaker's internal passive crossover
@cleeds Wrote: Agreed, biwiring doesn't make much sense and neither do the jumpers.  I agree! Bi-wiring is a joke. Mike  
Help with hiss
@forestg Wrote: I’ve owned this system in its current iteration for a few years now. This hiss started maybe 2 or 3 months ago, but I lose track. How old are the two amps? Mike  
Songs with excellent advice?
Lynyrd Skynyrd Simple Man Mike  
Help with hiss
@forestg Wrote:  I didn’t so much change any cables, but I did add a cable around Christmas time. I got a Schiit Loki for Christmas, so I broke out a pair of Raven Audio cables to use to put the Loki in the system. Just a thought, the Loki doe... 
What is the proper loudness for listening?
@bobbydd Wrote:   What is the proper loudness for listening? Caution: The suggested maximum exposure is 115 dBA SPL for no more then 15 minutes. (Department of Labor bulletin #334). 😎   Mike  
What is the proper loudness for listening?
@kota1 Wrote: Your spouse will let you know, don't worry.😲 You got that right. LOL 😁 Mike  
Help with hiss
@forestg, What mono block amplifiers and speakers do you have? Mike      
Warmer class D amps for magnepan?
@secretguy Wrote:  @arcticdeth  More nonsense about Maggies. I agree! My Crown Studio reference one amp on Maggies is sublime! The Crown amp is class AB. 😎 Mike  
Actual Lead Time on Tekton Speakers
This guy had a similar problem, and is no armchair critic. See below: Mike https://audiophilestyle.com/forums/topic/62843-very-disappointed-with-tekton-double-impacts/  
I feel it is time to upgrade my 1977 system.......
@glm911, You have great speakers not far off (sound wise and spec wise) from my JBL 4435's and 4425's. That said, if you want to try tubes, Quicksilver Horn mono's would be a great choice. Your ears will thank you! 😎 Mike http://quicksilveraudi... 
I feel it is time to upgrade my 1977 system.......
@glm911, Gotcha!👍 Mike  
I feel it is time to upgrade my 1977 system.......
@glm911 Wrote: My quest is to replace my amp and preamp. I would look at the Pass Labs XA30.8 or XA25 amp and XP12 preamp solid state. Mike https://www.passlabs.com/  
I feel it is time to upgrade my 1977 system.......
Altec Model 19 specs https://www.lansingheritage.org/html/altec/specs/home-speakers/model-19.htm Mike  
Considering A 20-40 Watt Stereo SET Amp
+2 on the Quicksilver Audio! Mike  
Actual Lead Time on Tekton Speakers
@audiofreak32 Wrote: If you are not willing to hire some people to help things go more smoothly, then you will eventually have some serious issues. Sounds like he all ready does. Mike