gdnrbob
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| Perception Richard, you heard my system and told me how well Jazz sounded, but Classical wasn't as good.I understood ( and, agreed for the most part).I never thought to rethink my system when you commented, as I really like what it does for me.I would take y... | |
| Better Subwoofer for 2 channel Music: Focal Utopia Sub or JL Fathom f113 @gillatgh,Though Akg's post might sound like a plug for Vandersteen, the post does show how such a simple way to incorporate a sub not only makes sense, but works.Yes, there are other subs out there, but few are built to last like the Vandersteen'... | |
| BAT VK -200 vs. McCormack DNA 1 Deluxe? The nice thing with McCormack is that you can send it to SMc Audio and have it upgraded. Letting know what is in your system can help them customize the upgrade.Bob | |
| Calling all Vandersteen Fans Sad to hear this.I do know that speakers take a while to 'break in', but sometimes things don't work out.I hope the Stirling's do the trick.Bob | |
| Top Notch Desktop System The best part is that the Vandy VLR's like to be near corners. I use a pair of Hsu subs, but to be honest, the VLR's go pretty low, so I have the crossover set at 50Hz.Bob | |
| Classical Music for Aficionados Vox made a really nice set of Romantic Piano Concertos years ago.It had a lot of Micheal Ponti, buy also other pianists.My Fav is the Rubenstein #4.@schubert , What is ' combo of iI duce and maggy'?Did Mussolini go to Minnesota?Bob | |
| Qobuzz - Spotify Bluesound NodesBob | |
| Top Notch Desktop System @americanflag ,Space demanded that I mount the speakers near the ceiling and angle them downward. I prefer it over having them clutter up my desk or having them play directly at my ears.B | |
| Surge protector +1 on a whole house surge protector.You can buy one for about $60 at Home Depot, but need an electrician to install it.Most are sacrificial, so you'd have to replace it if it got zapped, but at least everything downstream would be protected-especi... | |
| Top Notch Desktop System If you can place them in the corners, I would think about Vandersteen VLR's. Great bass response when properly placed, and a nice non fatiguing sound reproduction, as well.Bob | |
| From ZERO to Hero? @mrdecibel I only report what I have heard. Steve mentioned that using the Autoformers helped with Sound Quality even with his SS amps. I might give him or Pat a call to get further details.I also know that Atma-Sphere recommends them for speakers... | |
| Audioquest question Why don't you call AQ or your dealer and have them made to your needs? They do answer the phone.Bob | |
| Any Magnepan Mini Maggies fans here I own both HSU and Vandersteen.The Vandy's are a much better sub and integrate seemlessly, but are much more expensive.The HSU take a bit more tweaking, but can offer a decent option for a lot less. And, they are well built.Bob | |
| From ZERO to Hero? Though I bought a pair of Autoformers, I haven't yet installed them.I got them because designers like Steve McCormack said they made things sound better regardless of the speakers impedance load.So, why haven't I installed them? Too many things to... | |
| Tongan Labs F6 vs Zu Audio Omen Dirty Weekend Mk.II I agree with your assessment of Zu speakers.I owned a pair of Union and Omen Bookshelves. They were very capable, but lacked a certain refinement that my Vandy's provide (Treo's and VLR).I think they are very good at their price point, and that is... |