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| Shahinian Obelisk vs VandersteenTreo Super!Sometimes the simplest things make the most difference.You might want to consider an Ayre Codex. It can function as a DAC or preamp, too.B | |
| Slappy here. Been a long time, have some audio source questions. I would drop Pandora and get Spotify. The sound quality is much, much better.Tidal is a good alternative, but if you like anything other than contemporary music, you probably won't find it on their playlists.B | |
| Earworms It was how I got so familiar with classical music.I remember taking tests in high school to the notes of Brahm's 1st piano concerto repeating in my head.Though sometimes it can be a bit distracting.Like listening to the Little Miss America song.ht... | |
| Store auditioning and then buying on-line from others. How do you feel about it ? +1 Chazro | |
| Store auditioning and then buying on-line from others. How do you feel about it ? Mea Culpa, I heard the Ayre Codex at AudioConnection and bought a used unit here on Agon. I felt bad that I didn't give him a chance to sell me one.In fact I bought all my equipment used- a lot of it from Johnny's customers. I couldn't afford it o... | |
| D'Agostino vs. Ayre Mr. V. can be a bit brusque but his heart is in the right place and I value his intuition and knowledge.Be that as it may, I will give the Zero's a try, and post my impressions.This is the fun part of putting together stereo systems.Well, at least... | |
| Help needed for a skeptic! +1 for Folkfreak,Buying used is probably the best way to go. At least you move past depreciation and can resell items that don't make the cut.B | |
| Help needed for a skeptic! BTW, the YG cables look interesting.I wouldn't mind trying a pair.B | |
| Help needed for a skeptic! There are plenty of less cost prohibitive cables on the market.My first choice would be Audioquest.For an even more budget conscience minded choice I would consider Zu Audio. They have lots of marked down cables on Ebay, and relatively priced cabl... | |
| D'Agostino vs. Ayre @OP,The Zero Autoformers would have compensated for the low impedance of the speakers. I know Ralph recommends them for older Maggie's which have the same characteristics.Though my Vandy Treo's are fairly easy to drive, I bought a pair of Zero's t... | |
| The latest and greatest Few companies survive on the merit of their designs Well, Vandersteen is one of the exceptions.The Model 2 is still in production. Had I not heard it in the '80's, I wouldn't have bought my Treo's.B | |
| What are the best loudspeakers under $4000 to re-create lifelike piano A lot will depend upon the equipment driving your speakers.For me, a pair of Vandersteen Treo's with 2wq subs paired with Atma-Sphere amp and pre made for a very sweet combination.(Using an Ayre Codex and streaming Spotify, mostly).Full, clear, de... | |
| D'Agostino vs. Ayre @tomic601 Well, you aren't the only one. That is how I got a pair of MX-R's.I can't help but wonder if the OP had used a set of Zero Autoformers with the Atma amps, he might have not made a switch...In any case, I am glad he enjoys the D'Agostino ... | |
| Vandersteen Treo Speaker Cable Suggestions I was initially going to buy the CastleRock's, but Johnny said the GO-4 would be just as good.I really hate spending more on cables than I possibly can.@audionoobie, The GO-4's are relatively inexpensive, especially compared to those damned Transp... | |
| Vandersteen Treo Speaker Cable Suggestions Johnny Rutan, and Mr. V. are AQ fans.I run my Treo's with AQ Rockefeller, but I had Johnny make a set of GO-4 which I will install once I get my kooky system together (long story).The Rockefellers replaced a set of Transparent-one of my most expen... |