gdnrbob
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| At this level of high(er) end audio why not offer balanced connections? This is an @atmasphere , question. He was one of the first designers to offer equipment that used the AES 48 standard. Long story short, designing equipment that not only offers XLR, but adheres to the AES standard, makes it challenging. Many of... | |
| XLR to RCA plugs or cable +2 for the Jensen transformer. I would even call them and ask for the model needed. When I called, they even offered a discount. YMMV Bob | |
| DAC’s That is a good price for a Meitner. If it were me, I would go for it. You can easily sell it for that price, if you don't like it. Actually, you could sell it for more. FWIW, I use Roon with a Brinkmann Nyquist. I don't need a Roon Core. Only a ... | |
| Speaker placement in a room with the best performance if it is close to a wall? Though you list floorstanders, I would consider a bookshelf speaker like the Vandersteen VLR. They are made to be placed near corners. Don't let the small size fool you, they can really move air. With the money you haven't spent on the Wilson's, o... | |
| A/B Comparison On A Pair Of Moderately Priced Streamers I have owned both the Aurender N100, and the Innuos Zen Mini. I ended up with the Innuos because it allows me to integrate 2 systems, whereas the Aurender does not. Both are very good units. If you don't need to add other systems, and don't mind... | |
| To preamp or not to preamp. That is the question. I believe there is a PS Audio video on YouTube in which Paul says he now believes a preamp to be a necessary introduction to a stereo system. I second, third, the need for a good preamp. As others have asked, what is your budget? Bob | |
| Room correction room system vs ears…. + many, regarding room treatment. But, try to be as sparing as possible. You can overdo it easily. With regard to DSP, I would be circumspect. Remember, when you mess with information stream, you can end up with more unintended changes that you... | |
| Any love for the Belles Aria or other recent Belles amplifier? I got the Aria monoblocks, but Johnny Rutan recommended the Aria Signature preamp. Absolutely no regrets on my decision to move to the Signature. To be honest, I probably should have plumped for the Sig monoblocks, and been done with it. The Ari... | |
| Atma-Sphere Class D… Amazing @snapsc , I'll try to upload a shot in the next couple of days. But, to be honest, it looks pretty much like any other black faceplated piece of equipment. My question: Why do you need pics? Bob | |
| Tube preamp options As usual, @tomic601 , gives sound advice, and +1 on joining the Vandy forum. My 2 cents- 1.Get the new Vandy Preamp and be done with it.(I think it is all SS, but don't quote me). 2. Find an Ayre KXR (preferrably Twenty, but the non-Twenty is ... | |
| Harmonic distortion inquiry Ralph Karsten (Atmasphere), would be the person to either chime in or PM. Bob | |
| Intona filter shortest USB connection I just acquired an Intona filter for my USB line. My setup already has an ENO ethernet filter connected at the Zen LAN input. And is this possibly overkill or even detrimental? You seem to be adding quite a bit of filtering to your syst... | |
| Floorstanding speaker advice needed for long room Do not overlook the Vandersteen VLR's. They are made to be placed in a bookshelf. With the right power, they can really fill a room, esp. with a sub. They also work on stands. They look like a basic bookshelf speaker, but out perform many speakers... | |
| Can someone help me pick out my first speakers? My 2 cents- Audition as many speakers you can access. I know B&M stores aren't as plentiful as when I started, but you need to learn what you like/love. Yes, it will take time, but you will not waste time/money on speakers that don't work w... | |
| Electrostatic Speakers Vs. Horn/component Tweeter Since I’m used to damaged speakers being blown, I’m wondering if these can be partially degraded without being destroyed, or if damaged electrostatic speakers are about as clear as regular speakers when they’ve been damaged. Hmm, interesting... |