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| "The Audio Critic" B.S. or what? Well stated, DK. To add to that thought, an important aspect of these tests not yet broached in this discussion is the severe polarization of the camps. Naysayers with unswayable opinions are so prevalent that it's actually surprising the discussi... | |
| Percentage to spend on Amp and Speakers Regardless of the budget set aside for one component or the other, if in the end they don't work at least reasonably well together the money wasn't spent proportionately. Don't let the money burn a hole in your pocket. Take time to audition enough... | |
| Burn-in time Vs. Getting used to a sound Take it from a sales professional, Brutus: Burn-in isn't a sales tool. In 20 years of selling for a living it's never helped me close one deal, even those involving stereo equipment. On the other hand, both my girl friend and best friend unwitting... | |
| smoothing those sibilants... Can't argue with the Vandersteen or HT recommendation. Came very close to buying Vandies and currently own HT ICs. Several recent changes have helped in taming an annoying sibilant trait in my system, so maybe this will help or spur some useful di... | |
| CAL Audio Alpha DAC Thanks for the lead, Lihifiguy. Hadn't thought to look there. Most interesting thing was the complete lack of any negative comments about this upgrade. People are generally more apt to post complaints than compliments, so that says a lot about the... | |
| Magnepan 1.6 OR Vandersteen 2CE After auditioning both the Maggie 1.6QR and Vandie 2CE Sig fairly extensively I recommend neither. It's too hard a choice, so buy both. If that isn't possible then it comes down to the trade-offs. Comparatively speaking, the Maggies have a better ... | |
| CAL Audio Alpha DAC Thanks for the input, Dan. You are right, though, that the question is about the "sonics". CAL claims the upgrade enhances standard CD playback and surely they wouldn't fudge the truth. My curiousity is about others' experience with this upgrade a... | |
| What makes / defines an audiophile ? What *makes* someone an audiophile? That part is easy and the dictionary describes it best. American Heritage says it's "a person having an ardent interest in stereo or high-fidelity sound reproduction." (Note that the word "music" is not used!) W... | |
| The fallacy of ac treatment Dekay, try using sheets of aluminum foil. I've seen it used for shielding on both variometers and radios. Do keep it out of contact with anything carrying a charge! | |
| Feelings on Napster? The latest news on this front claims Napster is negotiating with one of the Big Five record companies about becoming an online subscription service. Given their previous arrogance and disregard for generally accepted ethics, is it safe to call thi... | |
| Why does it sound less dynamic? The timeliness of this discussion is almost scary. Overall my system is at a level with which I am satisfied and it isn't likely to change much in the foreseeable future. Except for one thing. On certain recordings there is a slight sibilance on "... | |
| Preamp with deep soundstage suggestions Sorry, Garfish. Wasn't trying to put words in your mouth. Did notice the suggested budget and a new Line 1 (at current prices) fit under the cap. It might be possible to get a used Line 2 even. What you say about the Line 3 is true,though, and if ... | |
| Preamp with deep soundstage suggestions Garfish almost let it out. The SF Line 1 is very similar to the Line 2 and can be had for well under $2,000. | |
| Tubed pre-amp for solid state amp? Garfish beat me to the punch. The SFL-1 is definitely worth looking into. | |
| Vinyl vs. CD An experience last night might shed some light into Robba's question on how some sounds are easily blocked out sound, but others are not. We went to a hockey game last night. Very noisy venue, people yelling, clapping and generally being joyfully ... |