gdnrbob
Responses from gdnrbob
| An upgrade a long time overdue Okay, I get it.I agree with jond, if you want to go digital, then concentrate on that first.So, here are my suggestions for DAC's1. Ayre codex (approx $1300 used)2. Schiit yggy (a little more used, but hard to find- they get sold quickly).3. Oppo... | |
| Advice using electrostats with tube amp. I believe Ralph of Atma-Sphere recommends using a Zero Transformer when running difficult loads. He has a FAQ page on his website that will link you to it. Let me know if you can't find it.B | |
| suggestions for Windows 10 software please, , laptop to USB DAC, AIFF files, remote app @jaybe I know Fidelizer isn't a music player, but it did improve sound quality reproduction in my rig.B | |
| An upgrade a long time overdue Well, now you are moving to a subjective rationale. IMHO, you will be chasing your tail if you base your upgrades on such things.For me, I would find a speaker that you love (and hopefully a great dealer). From there, you can build a system within... | |
| Advice using electrostats with tube amp. A quick Google shows the Theos go down to 4 ohms, so they should be okay, but I think the speakers would do better with a higher powered amp.I don't know Cary amps well, so others may have better info. Perhaps you should contact Cary directly?Bob | |
| Very Bad purchase from upscale audio Acoustic Zen Adagio I would send Robert Lee some pics of the inferior finish. He might know what might have happened to the finish. Maybe it reacted with the packing? Who knows?Bob | |
| Magnepan 3.7 - 3.7i owners need help please Well, unfortunately 'things happen'. At least you found the cause of the problem. I am sure that the dealer and Magnepan will do right by you.I know it sounds easy to make such remarks, but know I feel for you, and know that when you get the speak... | |
| suggestions for Windows 10 software please, , laptop to USB DAC, AIFF files, remote app I use JRiver, but I hear good things about Jplay.-Though it seems to be somewhat controversial.Since you can trial them, why not give them a try?I would also recommend Fidelizer. It made a big difference for my system.B | |
| XLR/RCA dilemma Spinal surgery---Ouch!I hope you feel better, soon.Bob | |
| Don't buy from HigherFI.com I think Ebay has protections for you. I tried to negotiate with a seller who said everything was 'as is', but they (Ebay) said they have a money back guarantee policy regardless of what the seller says.I would contact Ebay directly with all the em... | |
| Trade in value to a dealer @abnerjack, If the equipment is in decent shape, it would behoove you to sell directly.Just be honest about condition and price accordingly.B | |
| Help choosing integrated +1 for Ayre.I wish I could find more info on your speakers, but Focal seems to not have any listing for them. I found a manual online, though. It looks like they have a 3 ohm minimum which is a bit taxing for an amp.I would suggest also looking at... | |
| Amps Atma-Sphere M-60 Mono blocks OTL design Wow, not bad. I own a pair of Zu Omen Bookshelves. They have a similar range, and I like their simplicity (crossover-less). I find it amazing that such a small enclosure can still reproduce such low frequencies.Will you be adding subwoofers? Looki... | |
| Question about weak link Oh poop.Then, I guess you are limited to waiting for the cables to break in.How long have you been running them?B | |
| An upgrade a long time overdue If you like this combo, I would suggest that you PM Johnny Rutan(audioconnection). He sell both Vandy and Ayre (and others) and will not only give you great (free) advice, but may even have some demo or used equipment.B |