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| To Roon or not to Roon There is another post here. The OP wanted to use Roon with Bluesound because the BS app messed up the album info.https://forum.audiogon.com/discussions/best-server-software | |
| Vandersteen 2CE Signature II: Is it worth the price of $2700? Why are so many for sale? @cbucki ,If it were me, I would get a 2wq sub or two and keep the 1ci's. You'll get performance almost as good as a 3a sig.Vandy is coming out with a new sub soon, so prices for 2w's should come down even more. Once again, look for as current a se... | |
| The ups and downs of tube vs. SS... @1manomet,I guess music appreciation isn't high on your list.B | |
| Now, I'm confused. In my opinion, just about all your equipment could be upgraded for a better soundstage.The Adcom is a great amp, but if it hasn't been serviced lately, I would look into it. I think Musical Design does upgrades for Adcom and they weren't very expe... | |
| Shiit Loki I have been thinking of getting one of these.Thanks for posting your impressions.B | |
| Vandersteen 2CE Signature II: Is it worth the price of $2700? Why are so many for sale? Regarding serial numbers:Vandersteen doesn't keep records of serial numbers, and Mr. V. will most likely not be able to give specifics.The 'Ask Richard' page isn't well organized and you can spend a day reading through the posts.If you want a roug... | |
| Best Jazz pianist I am always entranced when I play the Tatum Group pieces. My favorite are the Love for Sale concepts with Buddy Rich, and Lionel Hampton.My favorites:Fats Waller, Art Tatum, Oscar Peterson, Willie the Lion Smith, James P. Johnson, Bill Evans, Duke... | |
| First time w/ Tubes - pings/noises normal? @p59teitel ,That's a great tip! One that I often forget.B | |
| Bluesound Node 2 as a preamp? @doug,No, he is plugging in the BSound directly into the amp using the amp/pre bypass.B | |
| Balanced cables It might work okay, but I think i would be safer to buy a xlr to RCA transformer. Jensen makes a very nice one.B | |
| Tube amp for Vandersteen Treo CT? I would contact John Rutan at Audioconnection.He carries both brands as well as Vandies, and can give you great advice with no pressure.Bob | |
| Best Server Software Yes, I see there have been issues w/Bsound. I didn't realize BSound would work with Roon. I'd give it a go.Bob | |
| Bluesound Node 2 as a preamp? I use an Ayre Codex as DAC. Much better than the BSound. And, it can perform as a DAC.B | |
| Everything else being equal, should I expect better Spotify quality through wifi or USB? @OP,I know it is a bit more money. In any case, the BS Node 2 has a pretty good DAC. I only mention the Codex as an upgrade option. (And, at $1300, used, it is a very good option).B | |
| Balanced cables You have to tell us what brand the amp is.B |