elrod

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Amp vs Preamp which is more important?
Both amp and preamp can be equally important - way to many scenarios to determine which one. I would think of it as "which component is holding the other one back" and go from there.  
Dartzeel nhb 108 Model 2
I had a DartzeelĀ  Model 1 (B) that did not have the SNCP upgrade. I now have a model 2 (bought used) connected to my VTL TL7.5 III preamp and using my Yamaha NS-2000 speakers The difference is huge. Lows were much better, deeper, tighter and drum... 
Any Dealings With This Company?
Thank you all for your viewpoints - It's pretty much reinforcing my thoughts. Did some more searching and whois shows the website being created last June - not too old. Front page says they startedĀ  their business in 2007 and they're just entering... 
New Custom Turntable
A conversation piece, no doubt! Hope it sounds as good as it looks for you.  
Any Dealings With This Company?
TY @upshift. Would you care to share your abbreviated experience?  
Can I Trust The Music Room's Product Description?
I've several transactions with TMR and I feel they try to be accurate, but even with that, mistakes happen. Warranty usually doesn't start until item is purchased, not the production date. It could have sat on a shelf for a year before it was sold... 
Why Do Cables Matter?
As the old saying goes, "to each their own". I'm in the same camp as the OP, I use Mogami on just about everything and Pangea power cables. I'm perfectly happy with it - my system sounds great. My pockets aren't as deep as some, so I'd rather pu... 
Update on good Ethernet switch
Luv a good pissing contest...  
Best Forum to hear experienced audiophiles exchange thoughts?
Something different, but better? You have to decide. Whats Best Forum and Audio Aficionado  
Shipping Alternatives- US to Switzerland
I would send Herve' an email and ask him. He should be able to give you options that will allow you to sleep at night.  
Any Thoughts?
To be, or not to be...  
Is anyone using a HDMI cable for I2S connection between digital components?
I've just used a good quality and short 8K HDMI cable and I thought it sounded fantastic. They're pretty cheap so you wouldn't be out much to try one.  
Storage boxes. Can I discard high end shipping boxes, and still sell in the future?
Sure you can sell in the future, but probably not get as much as having the original boxes. No family/friends who might have room in a basement or shed?  
Audio Research filing for bankruptcy?
I've never owned ARC, but watching it through the years, one thing I was not a fan of was all the continuous streams of incremental product improvements. The latest and greatness never seemed to be the latest and greatest for very long. Guess the... 
Audio Research in Receivership.
Sounds like they've been under pressure for quite awhile having over 1100 creditors - makes you wonder how much debt they've incurred...