gdnrbob
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| Would like to hear from Ayre owners especially those who dared to venture. I am running the Ayre MXR monoblocks with the Atma-Sphere MP-3 preamp ( and an Ayre Codex streaming to Bluesound Node).It sounds 'almost' as good as the MA-1's. Speakers are Vandy Treo's and 2wq subs. You can probably find a used MP-3 for under $5... | |
| bose 501 speakers I am pretty sure the 301's were around then. A fellow dorm mate had them when I went to college.I have to say, they impressed me then, but after college, I heard the Vandersteen's. I haven't looked back since.B | |
| Hearing loss. How much do you care about your ability to hear? Considering how human life expectancies have increased from 40 to 60 to 90's. I feel that all the +55's out there should accept some degradation in our sensory range, let alone our hair...B | |
| Hearing loss. How much do you care about your ability to hear? My hearing has been affected by high level headphone use in my earlier years. Nothing too serious, but it has affected my high frequency discernment. Audiologist testing said I was OK, but I disagree. I know I have a slight degradation in one of m... | |
| Yesteryears' expensive speakers compared to modern moderately expensive speakers Remember that vintage speakers have vintage parts, some of which may no longer be available. For me, I would get as current a speaker as possible. Technology has made speakers much better than ever.As far as Tekton goes, I doubt they will ' rende... | |
| Best hub like apple TV or Airport express etc to use for home with multiple stereo systems Look at Bluesound. Great products, great price, great customer service.B | |
| Any opinions on the Audioquest CV-8 Speaker Cable? AQ CV-8 if I recall correctly is one of the lower end on the AQ spectrum.I haven't used CV-8, but have used Rockefeller, which is a couple of notches up the ladder, but somewhat long in the tooth. I find it to be very nice with my Vandy Treo's. I ... | |
| Connecting a unbalanced output preamp to Krell FPB350 balanced amp As I said, call Jensen. They have great customer service. When I contacted them, I got a fast response to all my questions and even a discount on the regular price.B | |
| Why do I see more Vandersteen model 3s vs model 2s for sale? @bstat, I think Mr. V. and dealers like John Rutan understand that not all of us can afford to buy new.When I had some questions and called Vandersteen, Mr. V. called back the next day to offer guidance. He even called back the following day to se... | |
| Why do I see more Vandersteen model 3s vs model 2s for sale? @mr_m ,If you are in the NY/NJ area, perhaps we can meet at Johnny's place this summer. I am getting a small group together when things slow down for me.@czarivey , Though I wouldn't characterize the 5a's as slow, they are massive and I like to my... | |
| Why do I see more Vandersteen model 3s vs model 2s for sale? I will defer to Johnny (audioconnection), as he knows these speakers inside out. True, the 3a sigs will need more power than the 2's, but if powered properly, will give you more bass than the 2's.I had the 3a sigs with a pair of 2w subs, and it wa... | |
| Question on McCormack MLD preamp Call Pat or Steve at SMc Audio. They can give you the best info, as well as information on upgrading.I have my MicroLineDrive there for upgrading, as I write.- As well as a pair of Micro Power Drives being converted to monoblocks.Bob | |
| Why do I see more Vandersteen model 3s vs model 2s for sale? If I were to do it again. I would just buy a pair of used Quatro's, but being less than affluent, I would suggest buying a pair of used 2wq subs for your 2c's. That would give you 80% of a 3a sig. (Also, the 3a sig Sound Anchors stick out and make... | |
| Paypal issue beware. @tomcarr, thanks for the explanation. Czarivey's phrasing was a bit eccentric.B | |
| Paypal issue beware. @czarivey ,I don't understand what you are saying. Do you have multiple PPal accounts? How does that make it 'safer'?B |