gdnrbob
Responses from gdnrbob
| Experience with Bluesound Node 2 use with external DAC @hodu This is only my opinion, but...DAC technology is evolving quickly. I would be hesitant to spend major dollars for a DAC as it will be surpassed in the near future, hence, my choice of Ayre and Schiit. They are reasonably priced and have a go... | |
| Audiogon Express Checkout and payment from Audiogon? My funds were released when the package was delivered. I would contact Agon directly and see if they can expedite release.B | |
| Experience with Bluesound Node 2 use with external DAC @williewonka I concur, the Schiit DAC's are pretty good. I have a Gungy (after a Modi and Bifrost Multibit). Though my Gungy isn't a Multibit, it comes close to the Codex.As, I said, when Johnny played music first through the Bluesound and then th... | |
| Experience with Bluesound Node 2 use with external DAC When I visited Audioconnection in NJ. Johnny demoed the Bluesound Node 2 using the internal DAC vs running through the Ayre Codex.The Ayre was a definite step up in resolution (though the onboard DAC was no slouch).I ended up buying the Ayre for m... | |
| Dedicated Line Noise Filter? @lowrider57 Don't let it get to you. Your electrician probably did everything to code.B | |
| Amp recommendations +1 atmasphere.Do you think the Zero's would allow him to use the integrated Mac's (that sounds a bit racist, doesn't it?).B | |
| Fuses fuses fuses @tubegroover I concur.I feel that aftermarket fuse manufacturers are simply cashing in on the fuse upgrade mentality. Are there differences-Yes. Are they worth the money-YMMVB | |
| What is your speaker ownership history since 1995? For me, just Vandies3a sigsTreo's- Thanks ctsooner.And, a pair of 2w subs.B | |
| Help with new setup Line magnetic 508 and Tekton speakers wanting to play digital. I own the Codex(actually 2, now), and recommend it highly.I use it with a Bluesound Node so I can wirelessly play music throughout the house. I suggest looking at the Bluesound website. I think they have what you are looking for.BTW, Bluesound has... | |
| Oldest gear still for sale is . . . Wasn't reel to reel around in the 40's. Ampex?B | |
| Subwoofer speaker outputs to increase efficiency Cost-wise, I don't think you will save much by adding a sub vs. getting a more powerful amp.That being said, perhaps a Vandersteen 2w/q sub with crossover will help? By employing a high pass filter, you relieve the amp from having tto reproduce po... | |
| Another Vandersteen model 2 question Mr. V constantly upgrades his speakers as time passes, so even the same model can have different parts/sound. So, getting a more recent edition will give you slightly better reproduction than an older model. It will be noticeable but not earth-sha... | |
| Dedicated Line Noise Filter? For $750 you would be done with the problem, rather than adding another component/layer. Even better if you can buy yourself for less.Your electrician seems to be a good guy, if he lets you provide materials.Though, if you let him install the bran... | |
| Amp recommendations Perhaps a pair of Zero Auotoformers would help tame the low impedance difficulties? Then you could use just about any amp, maybe even the Mac integrated- though I would call them up and confirm.B | |
| Dedicated Line Noise Filter? @lowrider57 How expensive was the surge protector with noise filtering? It would seem to be the right way to go, in my opinion.B |