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| Dynavector Karat or Grado Statement Reference 1 Are you happy with the Dynavector? That's the question you should be asking. If you want to try the Grado - which throughout the line is noted for outstanding midrange and lush bass, go for it. You will have no problem selling the loser in your co... | |
| Recommend an integrated amp for my Harbeth 40.1's The Naim range is a good suggestion, but they can be very expensive once you get into their upgrade path. Pick up an Arcam A38 and your search is over. Great integrated, current model, well supported - and there are some decent deals around. E-mai... | |
| Bruce Cockburn: Slice O Life Don't overlook "Dart To The Heart." It's one of my favorite BC albums, along with "Breakfast In New Orleans Dinner In Timbuktu." Great stuff there. I've also seen him live, and each show was a real treat. | |
| Single most effective electronic room treatment? Two recommendations are to turn off your computer and refrigerator for serious listening. They are both free, and will make a huge difference. If you still have room problems, experiment seriously with speaker placement, or replacement. To buy an ... | |
| Richard Thompson recommendations One of my favorite Richard Thompson CDs is "King Of Bohemia" - a very rare live recording from 1991 consisting of eight songs recorded at the KPFK studios in LA, and nine songs recorded at The Ventura Theater in Ventura, CA. If you find a copy, BU... | |
| What Volume do you listen at? I find that my most enjoyable listening sessions are late at night when my house, the neighbors, and the electric lines are all very quiet. The background being much quieter makes dynamics greater - leading to reduced volume levels, but increased ... | |
| My favorite Steely Dan song has to be... "Only A Fool Would Say That"or"Babylon Sisters" | |
| your favorite music Five LPs I couldn't live without:Roger Waters - "Amused To Death"Paul McCartney - "Unplugged, The Official Bootleg"Van Morrison - "Hymns To The Silence"Sting - "Ten Summoners Tales"Dire Straits - "On Every Street"Love lots of different music, but ... | |
| Which integrated: Nait 5i, Panache or Shanling? I'll second the votes for the Naim. Plug it in and enjoy - sounds wonderful. Simple, well built, lasts forever, & great resale value if you decide to upgrade.Happy listening,Ed | |
| Vinyl question Pick up a nice record cleaning machine - a Nitty Gritty or VPI would do just fine. Then head out & search for your long-lost vinyl treasures. It's half the fun of vinyl. I once found a mint, half-speed mastered Willie Nelson "Stardust" for 50 ... | |
| Which integrated amp with Harbeths? I'd highly recommend a Naim Nait - either a 3R, or a better-sounding 5. Both of those have internal phono capabilities. The newer 5i does not without the use of an outboard Stageline - which does sound fantastic, by the way.Second choice would be ... | |
| Naim amps?? People who are impressed by an amplifier's rated output in watts probably buy their speakers the same way. :-) My full-range Sequerra speaker system will knock down walls with less than 50 watts per channel. It's all about efficiency. There are a ... | |
| Most PRACTICAL, yet good sounding REEL to REEL ??? I'd second a Teac. I also own a 2300SD, and think it's a fine deck - and any decent local tech should be able to lube it up & adjust it for you. You can also do it yourself if you want to try - e-mail me for a great source for Teac belts, pinc... | |
| Speakers for Marantz 7 & 8B You didn't mention what size speakers you're looking for, but if you need a small monitor-size speaker pick up a pair of the Sequerra Met 7 MK4 or 5. Dick used the 8B as the design amp for those speakers, so they mate PERFECTLY, and sound wonderfu... | |
| Preamp advice Hi -You didn't mention if you need a vinyl input, but I'd highly recommend any of the later Audio Van Alstine preamps. Either solid state or hybrid models will sound great. Highly underrated & great value. Also extremely versatile - plenty of ... |