flg2001
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| Whatever Happened To SAE? I had a SAE integrated (remember the "U" design, as well as their two parametrics eqs and finally the big 400 watts, ornage VU meter power amp.I recall not-a-bad sounding gear from SAE, were well built and had a high re-sale factor. It would be gr... | |
| Who makes speakers with relaxed high freq.? two options:1.- Look for soft dome tweeter designs, Totem for example.2.- Try smooth cables (IC and spkr) pure copper, avoid silver or silver/gold, Harmonix could be an option.Hope this helpsFernando | |
| to replace or not to replace accuphase DAC Chris:I own an Accuphase 55V and was thinking to chanfe for euther a higher model from Accuphase or another CDP. I was lucky enough to hear some options in my system and finaly decided to stay as I was (and I am happy of taking that decision)Clean... | |
| Upgrading my system? Levinson to. . . . ? Buy some more music, clean cable contacts, check AC health, try Aurios feets and enjoy the music.Fernando | |
| new CJ sound compared to old CJ sound Interesting thread - have you noticed that CJ users/owners place musicality on top of their evaluation parameters?I am currently using no-preamp (yes - I said I had a Hovland with the Premier 8s earlier in this thread, but now it is gone) and plac... | |
| Help with $6k - $7k amplifier setup For integrated amp option I would consider the Gryphon or Pathos line, for separates within your budget I would try a Conrad Johnson Premier amp with an Axiom Passive preamp or Naim (pre-power).Fernando | |
| Switch to Krell KCT or keep Modwright SWL.9.0SE I would strongly recommend you to try to audition a SS preamp in your setup (preferably the one you are looking for) so you can get an idea on what you will be gaining/loosing.I am a tube fanatic, but in your case maybe the matching preamp will br... | |
| question for Gallo Ref owners I drove my old Gallo Reference with Gryphon integrated amps (AT and Tabu) with good results.Not sure if Naim (which I also had but not mating with the Gallos) would be a good match for them.Hope this helpsFernando | |
| Wanted:Warm, Sweet preamp. I would try a Conrad Johnson preamp (new or old line) both fit with your requierements.Also check out Accuphase preamps, nicely built and great sounding.Fernando | |
| Humidity question - please try to answer... It also has to do with psico-accoustics, since on a rainy day, or night time, human senses become more "active" and "alert" than under normal conditions where some distractions take effect.my .002 centsFernando | |
| NAIM 72/180, Nait5i vs KRELL 300iL Naim AMP/Preamo combo!!!I have had the Nait 3 (not i) and the Krell - no contest.Match it well with proper speakers (Monitor Audio, Spendor or Linn) | |
| Tivoli Radio??? I have one (currently sitting here at my table office), just plug the iPOD and nice music all around! | |
| HELP I need Speaker Recommendation? w/set up B&W is always a safe recom mendation to start building a nice system without sacrifying a lot of cash. Their product line is quite large and some model may surely fit within your needs.Fernando | |
| Tube pre- or amp: does it matter? I second the suggestion to start with a tubed preamp, many options out there from First Sound, CAT, Cary and of course Conrad Johnson.Fernando | |
| The most emotional amp out there? I have had two that transmitted true emotions (once still a keeper) The Gryphon Anthileon and Conrad Johnson Premier 8.Inave heard great emotional impact as well in some showrooms from FM acoustics and Thor.Fernando |