gdnrbob
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| Well...I am taking the plunge into digital.. The DAC in your receiver, as well as the Bluesound Node will be pretty bare bones. Like most things in life, the more you pay, the more you get. My 2 cents- get your system dialed in a best you can, then take on digital. I started with the Bl... | |
| Old Vandersteen model 2 vs. newer model 2 I've never been a 'sweet spot' lover. I want a speaker that provides good depth and imaging over a wide field. All the Vandy's I've owned have provided the aforementioned traits (also owned the 3a sigs). Having an unbalance listening room will re... | |
| Old Vandersteen model 2 vs. newer model 2 The VLR's are meant to be placed near corners, and whether in a bookshelf or on stands, they can match the 2's, esp with a Vandy sub (or 2). I have mine mounted near the ceiling at the corners of the room-Unusual for many, but the only way I can ... | |
| Power isolation box versus Power conditioner? Here is a nice read: https://positive-feedback.com/reviews/hardware-reviews/audioquest-niagara-5000-ps-audio-p20-directstream-power-plant/ | |
| Audiophile Grade Wall Receptacle Home Depot Hospital Grade Leviton's for me. B | |
| Just installed a bluesound node 2i , quality not so good @emergingsoul - Like listening to music filtered by a blanket. Node 2i needs a better dac. So disastifying. Avr’s with bluos handle music better. Waste of money for me. You have a $500 streamer/Dac. If you want something better, spend $3K ... | |
| Decline or accept upon receipt of damaged gear As a seller, I would always accept a return if the box or package had significant damage. Bob | |
| Power Conditioning - How Important for Digital and Analog Source Components vs Amp? My 2 cents- Amps and high current devices should be plugged directly into the wall. The rest should go into a good conditioner, like the AQ 1200. And, if you are concerned about power surges, put a whole house surge protector by the mains. Bob | |
| Vandersteen Speakers.. Are All Other Speaker Makers Doing It Wrong ? Let's face it, not everyone is sensitive to time and phase correct speakers. B | |
| Any feedback on Sam Laufer’s Memory Player? Sam has been undergoing a major redevelopment of the company. I am to be getting the newest Memory Player in a few days. I'll let you know what I think. Bob | |
| Surprised by streamer differences Aurilac offers a great product for the price. One of my friends believes the integrated Streamer/DAC they offer is one of the best performing for $3K. I am currently using Innous and really like it. B | |
| Vandersteen 7 and room treatment @wideload , As a Vandy owner, you are eligible to join the Vandy Forum. Just go to the Vandersteen website and click on the right buttons. There, I promise, you will be given the best information for setting up your speakers. @holmz @audiono... | |
| Townshend Isolda Speaker Cable BI-WIRE issue Email or call Townshend. It should be on the website. If you need a contact, PM me. Bob | |
| whole house surge protector @erik_squires , +1, The whole house surge protector does nothing until it senses a power surge. When it trips, it will sacrifice itself, and in turn protect your equipment downstream. Adding additional surge protection near sensitive equipment ... | |
| Buying used vs new speakers from a technology perspective Vandersteen updates it's speaker components as new tech becomes available. Most of the time, it doesn't mean a series upgrade, but just an evolution in design. So, I say 'yes' to the belief that tech has improved with time. Bob |