dweller

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Kef 103/3 Reference sound problem + Hello everyone
Are your speaker connectors bi-wire (I used to own these but can't recall)? If so, is the "strap" in place between the speaker posts? Assuming you're using a single wire hookup, if the strap is missing, the tweeter may not be getting anything from... 
Sanity check on new system?
Unless your room is tiny, I'd consider something like a JL Fathom 110 sub. 
Best monoblock amps for $2000 used
Odyssey Audio Khartago Monos: $2000 new... 
No Output from left channel on Primaluna Dialogue HP
Check for blown fuses first... 
Please recommend a McIntosh preamp
It seems like McIntosh is a universe all its own. They've been around forever and have a seemingly endless number of models to choose from. I've recently purchased a new C22 reissue preamp, mainly for phono duties (and tone controls) as it goes in... 
Rate my system and chose the next upgrade
Integrated for $5000 or less: Balanced Audio Technology VK-300SE with a pair of "DR" 6H30 driver tubes ($600 upgrade if they are still available). Look for a VK-300SE with a serial number ending in 400 or greater (manufactured within the last seve... 
Low output gain amplifier for ZU 101db Efficient speakers
A Solid State option is the Benchmark AHB2. Most quiet amp on the planet. Don't know how it sounds, however... 
Looking for a new dac-need opinions from the community
If I were upgrading, I'd go for a Mytek Brooklyn (for MAQ & SACD) and a Schiit Yggdrasil (WTF with these names already) for Redbook playback. Yes the Manhattan is "better" but cost 3 times as much -no thanks.  
Wilsons are the best speakers in the world
Yep, That's what we need! A straight 3-way speaker with a twelve inch woofer, six inch midrange and a sparkly tweeter. This used to be the norm (60's - 70's). then we started getting these "tower" speakers with the eight inch woofers (please). "No... 
The longest you have owned any gear?
Sony CD15ESD 10 disc changer purchased in 1987. Still going strong. 
Wilsons are the best speakers in the world
@whitestix  I heard some big Wilsons (Max II?) about 8 years ago at a CES T.H.E Show. I attended all 3 days. Day 1, the system sounded strained, thin, unremarkable. By day 3, everything had settled down and sounded abso!utely real (The Peter McGra... 
"Innovations" rooms at RMAF 2017
From what I've heard (been "good" (but bored) for the last 30 years), the "favors" are so strong these days you won't be able to leave... 
"Innovations" rooms at RMAF 2017
Before the demo, provide the appropriate "party favors"... You will be in Colorado after all... 
Wilsons are the best speakers in the world
Wilson, in the right system, gets as close to "Real" as I've heard. 
Kyocera A 910 manual?
Google it. Many hits...