gdnrbob
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| Aleph 3 safe to operate? Caps need to have a little energy to keep them properly formed. I disconnected my Ayre MXR's when I was using my Atma's, when I plugged them back in, a cap blew. Thankfully, Ayre does a great job with repair. Also, charging a very reasonable pri... | |
| Picking speakers 3000-5000 budget My usual recommendation is to make an effort to visit as many dealers as possible. If you don't know what sounds good for long term listening, then you are opening yourself to a possibly expensive dissapointment. I know dealers are now located o... | |
| Aleph 3 safe to operate? Why don't you just contact Mr. Pass? Bob | |
| Is it possible to find a good DAC for under $50, 000? Let's face it, a manufacturer can price their equipment at any price they want. It comes down to whether their claims amount to something a buyer can hear. When I restarted my audio journey 10 years ago, I was trying to get the most performance f... | |
| Why whole house surge protectors are not enough @whart , You seemed to have covered all the bases, Kudos. Bob | |
| Billie Holiday's Best Vinyl Recordings? The Phil Schapp produced Verve Session recordings. If you can find a good copy of the original edition, you will be amazed by the detail taken in making this collection. Later editions will sound the same, but all the goodies in the first edition... | |
| speaker upgrade from Magico A3 I heard the T+A speakers in NYC, once. They were pretty good sounding. B | |
| What are some quality bookshelf speakers that can actually be used on a bookshelf? @joekapahulu , It's funny but you have your speakers positioned much like my office system. Due to lack of room, the only place was up near the ceiling corners at either end of my desk. I initially tried some Zu Omen Bookshelf speakers, but they ... | |
| speaker upgrade from Magico A3 @OP, There is a Vandy dealer in Fort Collins, Audio Alternative. I have no experience with them, but from my experience Vandy dealers are very knowledgable. B | |
| Im going to regret my cable question As you own AQ's, I think the person you should PM is John Rutan (Audioconnection). He sells them and knows which models will best suit your needs. Second to that, call Alisdair at AQ directly. Bob | |
| Thiel CS7.2 @jond , +1. | |
| speaker upgrade from Magico A3 @mintakax , In addition to ProAc, I recommend Vandersteen. There are enough models to choose from, with respect to your budget. One thing the Vandies have over other speakers is a separately powered subwoofer (on the Quatro and up). Even using a ... | |
| is McIntosh known for good dynamics? @magon , Mac is a respected brand. I have not had the pleasure of owning any of their equipment. That being said, I think you should be considering what speaker you are pairing with. Some speakers need gobs of power, like MBL, some need less. S... | |
| Bent Audioquest Robin Hood banana plugs Call Alisdair at AQ and explain the situation. He will give you the best advice. Bob | |
| Putting stuff on your Innuos Well, HRS has weights to isolate vibrations in equipment cabinetry. I see no reason to doubt their effectiveness- especially given they are endorsed by many high end manufacturers. Bob |