gdnrbob
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| Why is everyone so down on MQA? MQA, in my opinion, wants to be what Dolby did in the 80's-become a 'bespoke' audio influencer that controls what is being recorded/played back. And, like Dolby, really doesn't make things sound better, but applies a band-aid to a wound best not t... | |
| Innuos Zen Mk2 Upgrade @sworksone , +1. When it comes to digital and streaming, getting the latest iteration (or the previous one, if the price is too dear), is the way to go. Bob | |
| Maintaining a "Balanced" System Design? @thr1961 , I can understand your dilemma. I was out of the audio loop for 30 years, until I had the funds to re-pursue my audiophile dream. If I were you, I would try to find other Joseph Audio owners. Perhaps JA has a forum? I own Vandersteen,... | |
| Crimping tool? @audio-union , That is a very impressive crimper. Thanks for posting this. Bob | |
| Atma-Sphere Class D… Amazing I leave the Atma Class D's on and shut off everything else. Luckily, the Belles preamp turns on with the Mute switch engaged, so no thumps. Though I wonder if there is a way to mute a tube preamp when turning it on... Bob | |
| Perception and Watts: Doubling of power @secretguy Good one!. B | |
| Mid-fi tube vs high-end SS One manufacturer I can recommend is Ayre. I own both Atmasphere and Ayre, and both sound very close to one another.-With the Ayre being a bit 'tighter' especially in the bass. If you have been getting by with 55wpc, then an AX-7e would probably ... | |
| Has anyone been able to define well or measure differences between vinyl and digital? In my limited experience, Redbook, despite having a higher range, unless well recorded, doesn't sound particularly 'lifelike' as , say, vinyl. However, newer recordings at higher resolution, definitely seems to come closer to vinyl. Just re-issui... | |
| Are mcintosh rca and xlr cables any good. No experience with McIntosh, but I did own Transparent. IMHO, way overpriced, and uses a rather dubious Network box. As far as sound quality goes- Meh-especially when considering how much I spent. But, hey, if they sound good in your system, the... | |
| Vandersteen VLR (non CT), my opinion Thomson rotary sub Are those the ones that use a fan like thing in a box? In any case, for such a simple box and driver, they perform amazingly well. B | |
| Streichmelodion ?? Thanks @whart , I see he is on Qobuz. B | |
| You ended up with Ayre, what are your speakers? @aubullience , Once you get the Vandy's with carbon Tweeters, I doubt you'll want to move on to anything else. B | |
| LSA 20 Signature Loudspeaker I'd prefer a small tower with wood cabinets that fit in the room to a bookshelf on stands. I was thinking you wanted them close to the corners, hence, bookshelves that could be placed in either bookshelves or console. But, if you want a floors... | |
| Is This the Essence of "The Audiophile Dilemma? @ps , I am glad you spoke with Johnny. He knows his stuff. I often recommend him, but few often follow up. And, though you can take or discard his recommendations, I think it is wise to solicit opinions of those who are more experienced. B | |
| Streichmelodion ?? @bhvf , Hard to believe Mozart embraced the piano, as it was something completely 'new' when he was alive. But, great minds think beyond us mere mortals.🙂 B |