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| Spectral or Ayre (combo) @OP, Pay no attention to the man behind the screen.Though I have no experience with Spectral, I do with Ayre.I own MX-R's, KX-R, Codex, and QB-9 Twenty's. My equipment runs as it should. When I did have an issue with the MX-R's (blown cap), Ayre f... | |
| Has Digital Audio Tech Plateaued - Is It Safe To Come Out Now? I think digital audio is going to be a lot like digital photography.Currently digital audio is in the 12-15 mp range. Not bad, but when it gets to 24-45 mp, it is going to give vinyl a run for the money.And, like digital photography, there will be... | |
| Are there any speakers for nearfield listening that sound GREAT at low volumes? An inexpensive way to tweak your speakers would be using a Schiit Loki.That way you could configure the sound to your liking.Bob | |
| Problems with Innuos Music Library missing covers @oldears ,At least, you know you are not alone.Hopefully, the update will fix you issues. Even if it doesn't, I am sure Innous will work with you to find a remedy.I did much the same with Bluesound. Though it was a bear to slog through, they did e... | |
| Problems with Innuos Music Library missing covers Ahh, I hate it when software goes wonky.Though the remedy is usually something quite simple.Give Innous a chance to remedy. If you don't get a response, let me know.Bob | |
| Problems with Innuos Music Library missing covers I haven't. Are you up to date on the Innous software?When coming against such problems, it would be best to contact Innous directly. They always answered my queries.Bob | |
| Class D for a Tube Lover If you can wait, Ralph Karsten is close to completing his Class D amps.If he can build tube amps that sound great, I have no doubts his Class D amps will be just as good.Bob | |
| Tube Preamp Recommendations A used Atmasphere UV-1 would be in your budget.I own one and it is pretty sweet.Bob | |
| Any experience buying or selling to the Audio Foreign Office in Portugal? @OP, you do know that European equipment runs on a different current.As for Audio Foreign Office in Portugal, I would try looking at European audio groups to find information. Their website looks good, but that doesn't mean squat, as I have hear... | |
| The Belles Aria Signature Integrated Amplifier @jjss49 ,Great observations. Thanks for sharing.I am awaiting an Aria Signature Preamp, as soon as Mr. B. can make one.bob | |
| The Belles Aria Signature Integrated Amplifier Though I have no intention of ever buying LFD equipment, I am glad @ianrmack gave his input.It makes the phrase YMMV relevant IMHO.Nuthin' but acronyms here, today.B | |
| The Belles Aria Signature Integrated Amplifier @mr_m ,With the Vandy sub/crossover, you could easily get away with 60wpc, thanks to Mr. V's design. I haven't heard LFD and their website is even more minimal than Belles.Bob | |
| Interconnects under floor? Thankfully, no snakes on Long Island, and though I have mice, they don't manage to climb the 8 feet to my cables.I really hate seeing their little carcasses as they are so cute, but do know they can be a problem.bob | |
| Audioquest Niagara 700 vs. PS Audio PowerPlant 20 Here is a review I read a while ago.It talks about the 5000 vs. the P20.https://positive-feedback.com/reviews/hardware-reviews/audioquest-niagara-5000-ps-audio-p20-directst...Bob | |
| Townsend springy platforms for my Sasha 2s, springs not ISOA GIAS, HRTs for electronics??? I wouldn’t put spikes on when using those platforms. It is not only less stable, it is redundant as the springs are providing the isolation.B |