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| Aesthetix + AtmaSphere @twodophins, @zipost ,Yes, I was on the phone with Ralph and his assistant a few times, and they agreed the MP-1 is the way to go.Bob | |
| Node2i + Qutest or Yggy or Codex or something else I still stand by my recommendation for an Ayre Codex.Bob | |
| Loud Popping When Preamp Tubes are Touched I never receive an email when my post gets deleted.B | |
| Aesthetix + AtmaSphere @OP, I think you should PM John Rutan (audioconnection).He sells Aesthetix and Vandy and would have the most accurate info.I have been using Atma MA-1's and an MP-3 with my Treo's for the past year. I just switched over to an Ayre KX-R (non Twenty... | |
| Speaker Recommendations - from Vandersteen 5As I just got back and met with Bigkidz. It's nice to put a face with a name.We listened to the VLR's, Sub 3's, Belles Integrated, Ayre Codex, Bluesound Combo.Very nice, but I thought the bass was a bit exaggerated-I don't know if it was the Sub 3 se... | |
| Van Den Hul Phono Cartridges @OP, You can find current prices on Hifi Shark, as well as sold prices.Bob | |
| Hi-Fi amp recommendation +1 for McCormackA solid performer, and you can get it upgraded by SMcAudio in California.Heck, you don't need to buy a working unit, as they essentially gut the amp. Google them for the phone #, Either Steve or Pat will answer.They have done many ... | |
| Bookshelf speakers for classical music Vandersteen VLR's will play any music you throw at them.And, do it well. But, they need to be placed near a corner to enhance bass response, though you can always add subs, like I do.Bob | |
| Node2i + Qutest or Yggy or Codex or something else I use the Node with an Ayre Codex.John Rutan had a side by side demo between the onboard DAC and the Codex.The difference was clear.I also can say that the Schiit Gungnir or Yggy should provide approximately the same level of sound quality.To be f... | |
| Best speakers for max. $3000? @bajaed , An amp with 100wpc should be fine for just about any Vandy speaker.I have never heard a Rogue, and would be interested in hearing your impressions.+2 for Vandersteen.From the 1's to the 3a sig's. And, don't discount the VLR bookshelf spe... | |
| The Music Room is Hiring - Audio Repair Tech Wanted This is a strange place to place a Help Wanted Ad.B | |
| Fedex issues Though it might not be a consolation, I sometimes have my FedEx driver sign for me, since I am not at home much and my neighborhood is pretty safe and he knows me.Perhaps the new homeowners are much like me- the driver knows them and they trust hi... | |
| bluesound node 2i with chord quest @OP,I asked a similar question a while ago regarding ethernet cables.If I recall correctly, a CAT 6 should be good enough for just about any music streaming.And, don't go crazy over brands. Just get a good quality cable.bob | |
| bluesound node 2i with chord quest I use a Netgear router to get to 5ghz band Wifi for my original Node.Your Node2i can do this internally.I have no issues with drop outs and it sounds pretty darn good- though I have never compared wired with wifi as it is just too hard to set up o... | |
| Impact of phase inversion by preamp I concur with dweller, the impact is subtle, but noticeable.You should really try using it.BTW, there are some recordings with the phase inverted, so if you notice something 'off', just toggle the switch and see if it helps.Bob |