gdnrbob
Responses from gdnrbob
| Looking for speaker ideas. That isn't too bad. Which one? If it is Audioconnection, then you are in great hands. | |
| Motherboard SDIF Output Or Soundcard I think you should try a Schiit DAC. They have a trial period, so all you would be out is shipping costs. Great performance at a low price point.If you do, I would love to hear what you think.Bob | |
| Components I would have died for when I was a wee pup I almost forgot:The AmpzillaThankfully, I never got one.B | |
| The Best Cities & States to Find High End Gear I wouldn't trash Ebay altogether. I sell a lot on Ebay, and my equipment is hardly 'beat up'.Due diligence is required, and for the most part, Paypal and Ebay are on the buyer's side. | |
| Original Vandersteen Model 3 Since you can buy a pair of 3a sigs for about $2k, I think that would be the least expensive route. Though Richard constantly upgrades the upgrade, it may be worthwhile. I would contact him directly for the most accurate info. And, yes, he does re... | |
| The Best Cities & States to Find High End Gear +1 jmcgrogan. Craigslist is a crapshoot that might just put you in touch with someone suffering from Methadone withdrawl.Hifi Shark list almost all listings.(It can miss a few).Bob | |
| Motherboard SDIF Output Or Soundcard +1 gdhal.I, too use either USB or Spdif and output to a Schiit DAC.One upgrade it did recently was to get Fidelizer Pro. It really made the sound reproduction much better.Bob | |
| Original Vandersteen Model 3 I think Vandersteen offers upgrades for the 3's, but it isn't cheap.For the price, I don't think you will be disappointed, but if you think you will be looking for 'the best', I would suggest either waiting for the 3a sigs or better yet, a pair of... | |
| Vandersteen 2C v PSB silver i v Dahlquist DQ 20 I have no experience with the PSB, but both the Vandy and Dahlquist will benefit from a sub or two.Perhaps buying a 2w or 2wq and integrating it with the 2c's you have now will be a great upgrade. If you still think you want to change speakers, ge... | |
| Looking for speaker ideas. Find a pair of speakers you like first. Your amp should have enough power to drive just about any decent speaker, so no problems there.You can always find a complimentary preamp afterwards.Are you near any Vandersteen dealers? | |
| Power cord replacement suggestions The 20 amp circuit allows more current to flow than a 15 amp before the breaker trips, hence the recommendations to use 20 amp for your stereo wiring. Things like amplifiers can have transient power demands that a 15 amp circuit might 'stifle', th... | |
| Power cord replacement suggestions There are no 'dumb' questions. We all have to learn. | |
| Who is the WORST Audio Shop? rsf, I don't think anyone should be required to give a discount off list, if they do, it is a nice gesture.My bugaboo is rude behavior coupled with racial/religious superiority.That they are still in business shows that there are enough people who... | |
| speaker shopping I second noble100's comment. If you are near a metro area, you should be able to get some listening time at a few dealers and get an idea of what you like.Your subs aren't the worst, but not the best for high fidelity reproduction.Once you have se... | |
| Who is the WORST Audio Shop? Funny that people still don't like Sound by Singer.I still remember 30 years ago, they had the same attitude.I went in on a rainy day, salesman says to put my umbrella in the stand. No problem.After listening, I went back for my umbrella and it wa... |