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| Decisions on standmounts: ATC, Dynaudio, ProAc, Sonus Faber AudioNote anyone? Good luck finding a pair to hear.They were at Axpona last week so I had a chance.The ATC 50’s were great in the mid but too bright for my poor ears. Spendor D7 or D9 are the ones I like.Whoops, not floor standers though are they.... | |
| Cary CAD-120S MkII vs VAC Signature 200 iQ Gmerce,Let me try to address your question more aptly.I have had some valued compliments from people whose "ears"I respect when listening to my Cary. Now I only paid $2,200for it used. The Vac must have amazing SQ at its price.I recently tallied u... | |
| Audio Doctor goes to Axpona observations so far To me the best sound was found in 3 rooms: Sanders, Magnepanand the Martin Logan Renaissance. I missed the Muraudio room darn'it.These shows make it difficult to appreciate most brands. The Harbethrooms were the perfect example. Two equal sized ro... | |
| Axpona 2019 Von Schweikert Ultra 11 speakers would stop you in your tracks as you walked by the door. At $300k you do get something pretty good. | |
| What’s the Right Power Amp Ratio For Bi-Amping? Throw a 1,000 wpc x 2 on each side and see if you like it. Buy some old $300 class D's and see if you are happy. Cost $1,200. | |
| Audio Doctor goes to Axpona observations so far The Salks were the 9's model at $10k I believe. They have one at $5kwith the same mid and uppers just less bass. Value there I think. Loved the Salk sound too.Heard the Sasha/D'Agostinos and enjoyed that room. Costs aside.Agreed the PS was BS. The... | |
| Super tweeters, are they worthwile? So tidying up is the reason, thank you. I have also heard about the value of "moving air" even if its above the audible level. The dogs may love it but somehow I think my money has to go into what I still can here. Show me a speaker to A/B with t... | |
| Axpona 2019 -The Audio Note room with the live professional Cellist was the Class Touch of the show. Thank you.-The Carver Towers were decent but that room guy never stopped his mouth. Carver seemed like the discount Laufer. Somebody needs to be.-Way too many... | |
| Axpona 2019 Classes would be better as 1/2 hour max. Better topics would help. Restrooms on 3-16 inadequate.The Show Seems well attended. Anyone see:-Laufer Teknik’s "The Note" line array speaker at $38k-Bayz Audio Tube Speaker at $99k-Gryphon played at 92db ... | |
| Beginner choosing amp help Some good thoughts above. You will need to decide if the ML Motionis a long term keeper or a likely future item for upgrade. Best adviceis to read, listen and learn. Your preferences may change the further you get into it. Good luck! | |
| What is an Audiophile? Here's the list for newbies. When you know more than two people who, when they pass, will improve your system with their gear. | |
| What is the one piece of advice you would give about attending AXPONA? If you have any hearing sensitivities, keep earplugs handy.I was a newbie at last Oct's RMAF and sat way too long the firstday listening to music played louder than my ears seem to handle.Consequently my day two and three were not much fun as I my... | |
| What is an Audiophile? Here's the list for newbies. Are you an Audiopholic? -Would secretly rather lose a spouse than of your stereo gear.-Will reread a HiFi+ review twice before viewing any porn.-Upon meeting a person for the first time the primary goal is: Who has the superior unit?-When visitin... | |
| PRIMA LUNA AMPLIFIERS Okay Prima is primo but is Line Magnetic Supremo? | |
| How many audiophiles do you need to change a lightbulb? Depends if its a three way |