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| Comparing Virtual Dynamics and Tranparent Audio Nsgarch: I completely disagree with your powercord over-generalization. Different cords yield different characteristics, as least in my system. For example, Elrod Statements are on my back end (wall to conditioner, conditioner to amps), while Elec... | |
| Looking for a new powerful amp. I 2nd the McCormack suggestion. I have a DNA-500: Detailed, musical, remarkably controlled bass, loads of finesse, tons of power(500w into 8, 900w into 4) - it doesn't get much better than this under $15K. Also built like a tank. Can probably be h... | |
| Anyone heard the new Virtual Dynamics Revelation? Update: Revelation Spkr cables arrived 2 wks ago. Replaced Au24s. Huge difference,as it should be for the price(but it doesn't always work out that way, as many Agoners have found).Now have 4 thick cables to each speaker instead of 2 shoelaces - b... | |
| Biggest Baddest Audio Cables Very Happy with Vitual Dynamics Revelation. Been thru Au24, Nirvana SX Ltd, Siltech, Audiovox, Sigma Retro Gold, Venustas and top to bottom, get the best presentation out of the VD's in my system. | |
| Speakers Cables With Better Top End Extension I would look at Virtual Dynamics - Master series gets the most raves; Revelation is the best they make, but all are very good and might fit what you are seeking. They were MUCH better than the Au24s(a good value)in my system for top end extension,... | |
| Elrod EPS-3 or EG Epiphany Please Help I also have a BPT 3.5+ conditioner and have an Elrod Statement to it from the wall (used to have a Sig 3, and yes, there is a big audible difference stepping up to the Statement, at least in my system). The Elrod power cables shine in my system on... | |
| Great Copper Cables? Going up in price and quality: Au24, Nirvana SX Ltd, Virtual Dynamics Master and Revelation Series. Can't go wrong with any of these, just depends on your ears and wallet!! | |
| What are the Best FM tuners? I also have a Sansui 9900, modded, currently hooked to an MD ST-2 whip antenna on the roof, run through an MD-205 Signal Sleuth. It pulls stations about 40 miles away and the sound is very good. Currently pondering the merits of replacing the ST-2... | |
| Separates for 2-channel & HT, or.....? I'm using a McCormack DNA-500 for 2 channel. You might find 1 used for $4-5K and the sound is quite unbelievable. There are many glowing reviews out there on this piece, which made me very leery at first. After having this in my system for about 6... | |
| Separates for 2-channel & HT, or.....? Sounds like you have the right idea. I would recommend a VAC Standard LE preamp(about $2K- used w/o a phono stage) if you decide to get a separate tube preamp. I had one and got hooked on the VAC sound, plus the build quality and support (Kevin Ha... | |
| Separates for 2-channel & HT, or.....? IF you were talking to me, that NOT how I do it. The Denon 2 front channels feed the preamp; the remaining 4 channels feed the processor (2 rears, center and sub). For movies, just adjust the volume controls on the pre and processor so they match,... | |
| Sunfire cinema Grande II or rotel 1095????? I'd say 4 amps, but who knows..... Anyhow - Sunfire, hands down, especially with the ability to biwire with current and voltage outs. | |
| Separates for 2-channel & HT, or.....? My system is designed around 2-channel first, then HT, altho it started the other way around. Tube pre and SS amp is definitely the way to go, IMO. Also, contrary to some of the posts above, a HT bypass isn't necessary on the pre, especially if yo... | |
| Best SS Amp with tight clean bass I also agree with a speaker change. Best amp I've ever heard under $15K for controlling bass plus overall outstanding performance is McCormack DNA-500. | |
| Best midrange on a high current SS amplifier McCormack DNA-500. No contest. |