fast

Responses from fast

New KEF Reference 5 speakers
As I mentioned, I never heard the Reference 5 at a dealer because no dealers had them in stock. I heard the Reference 3 at three local dealers but I honestly can’t remember what equipment they used.  I liked the Reference 3 at all three dealers an... 
Regal Planar 2 versus 3 ?
You probably will want the optional power supply forbspeed stability if you get either the 2 or 3.  The Rega Planar 6 comes with the power supply included and it’s a better model than the accessory one available for the 2 and 3.  Cost of the Rega ... 
New KEF Reference 5 speakers
As I mentioned, I ran into the same problem finding Reference 5s to audition.  I even called KEF’s US headquarters but the closest dealer they suggested was several hundred miles away.  I had no problem hearing the Reference 3 at local dealers and... 
New KEF Reference 5 speakers
Thanks for asking.   The bottom line: I’m very happy to say that I am really liking the KEF Reference 5 speakers now.  The soundstage/imaging, dynamics—they are what I was hoping for but didn’t hear at first.  I think it took a long time for the K... 
Steamer That Plays and Rips CD's an has Internal Storage
+1 on the Innuous Zenith iii 
good hifi store in Bay Area
Music Lovers in SF and Berkeley has nice listening rooms and helpful salesmen, if you like the brands they carry. Audio Visions carries a lot of brands. Unfortunately, many customers, including me, have had terrible experiences there.  One of the ... 
Cocktail Audio's New and latest X50pro Audiophile Music Streamer/server...Any Love?
Take a look at the Innuous Zenith iii.  Great machine.  
Have you ever wondered why speaker manufactures do not consign speakers to dealers?
Great question and one that I also was wondering about.  When I was shopping for some expensive speakers recently, I couldn’t find any place to hear them. I called every dealer within several hours driving distance. Dealers whio carried the brand ... 
Innuous Zenith Mk III Arrives Tomorrow
Tomic/Jim, in answer to your questions: I’m using an Aurilac Vega dac (the original version). It’s working well but I’m  considering a newer model—Aqua, PS Audio and others.  Compared to the Naim Unitiserve, the Innuous has a solid state hard driv... 
Help with choosing music server
I had the same challenge when I got the Innuous (router in one place, listing room elsewhere and no possibility of running a wire).  I tried a powerline adapter. It worked but I was advised that it might degrade my sound quality since it transmits... 
Help with choosing music server
+1 on the Innuous Zenith 3.  Very easy to set up and use with ios app.  Works well with Roon. Great sound quality.  Internet radio. Available with 1 to 8 tb of storage, as already stated.   
PS Direct Stream latest firmware, "Snowmass"
I saw the $3999 offer on the PS Audio web site but the bridge was another $800 or so extra.  Where did you find it at $3999 including the bridge?   
Innuos and Roon
Got the Innuous Zenith to replace a Naim Unitiserve.  I’m using Roon and Tidal. Works very well. Very easy to use, great sound and I’m enjoying the wide selection of classical music available on Tidal.   
KEF blades 2 or Dynaudio C4?
Children!  This hobby is supposed to be fun.  Can we agree to refrain from the personal attacks and nasty comments?  They don’t contribute to this board and only reflect negatively on the people who engage in this behavior.  Let’s enjoy audio and ... 
Monitor Audio Pl 300ii vs. KEF Reference 5
Funny—during my auditioning I  searched for a nearby dealer who had the Reference 5 on display. I even called KEF for help.  No luck.  But three local dealers had the Reference 3.  I bought the Reference 5s based on hearing the 3 and liking their ...