gdnrbob
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| Connection check?? I get that danged security prompt. Some days are better than others. I would suggest refreshing the page until it says it is secure.-Seems to work for me. Google Chrome. B | |
| Does an Audioquest Niagra 1200 limit amplifier dynamics? When it comes to amps, I plug into the wall directly. But, I do have a whole house surge protector. The AQ Niagra 1200 does offer high output plugs for amps, and since it was designed with Garth Powell, I would expect it to perform well. I use t... | |
| For Vandersteen owners & lovers: Which other brands do you like? You should post this on the Vandersteen forum (go to website and look for the forum tab). I own the Treo CT's and Sub 3's. They really come pretty close to a pair of Quatro's. So, if you don't have the budget now, you can buy the Sub 3's later an... | |
| Off-axis listening I listen off axis, as well. It might be due to a slight deficiency in my left ear, but I never cared for being held captive and having to listen in only one place. Hence, I own speakers that allow me to indulge my eccentricities. B | |
| Downward firing speaker port and domestic issues Perhaps using a pair of Townshend Platforms would help decouple any bass that could migrate to the downstairs apt. Though, to be honest, I own a floorstander with a bass port (Vandy Treo's), The amount of bass energy exiting is rather low. Bob | |
| To all our Veterans here, Thank You! Your praise would be worth more if you would pressure your congressmen to fund the VA. All the Camp LeJeune lawsuit emails I get show that something is amiss. B | |
| Dedicated Electrical @offbrandracing , I would either wait or just PM agon member @jea48, He has provided what I consider the soundest advice on anything electrical on this forum for years. Bob | |
| Balanced vs. Single Ended Interconnects Though I might have read it wrong, I believe Ralph's (Atmasphere) belief in using equipment that adheres to the AES standard is that it minimizes cable artifacts (sound differences). Given that recording studios use such equipment, and their cable... | |
| Looking for subwoofer recommendations +1 for a Vandersteen sub or two. Using the external crossover makes it seamlessly integrate. Yes, you will pay a bit more money, but not having to fiddle with settings (only set the crossover to your amp's impedance), makes it easy to set up. A... | |
| BOOKSHELF SPEAKER RECOMMENDATION Buy a pair of Vandersteen VLR's and put them near the room corners. You'll have plenty of bass. Yes, they look like something so basic that they wouldn't work, but don't let that fool you. With the output of the Hegel, they will rock. Bob | |
| Should I get a Roon Nucleus? I think the Node is Roon ready, so you should be able to get a Roon license and connect to Qobuz. Probably best to confirm with Bluesound... Bob | |
| Node 2i what is better at that price, just need the streamer section? The Node offers the best in terms of streaming options for the price. If you need those options, then consider a 'better' DAC to replace the Node's DAC. If you want high rez playback, like Tidal/Qobuz, then Aurrender, Innuos, etc. will be ones to... | |
| Looking at best option for 20-25k for DAC Streamer combo +1 for the Brinkmann Nyquist. One of the best purchases I have ever made. I use mine with a Innuos Zenith/Roon. Bob | |
| DAC’s Ahh, that was the mystery, B | |
| DAC’s Okay, I am back. But, it seems a lot has happened since I last chimed in.😮 So, I wanted to have both my office and living room systems playing simultaneously the same music. I thought Aurrender would be the cure, but, alas, no. So, I got t... |