gdnrbob
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| If you had access to a time machine, what concerts would you go back to see? Listening to Clara Schumann debut the A minor Piano Concerto would be one of my picks.Bob | |
| What do you use for streaming Classical? @mike_in_nc ,I only purchased the software ($120/year or so), as the Innuos works with Roon- no need to buy a Roon Core.The latest version seems to be a significant upgrade over previous versions. IMHO.B | |
| Audioquest Robin Hood Zero @rjtrout,Glad they worked out for you. And Welcome to Audiogon.Bob | |
| What do you use for streaming Classical? @mlsstl ,Thanks for the summation. Spot On.@OP,As I said, I am using Roon with my Innuos-which is a streamer that accepts Roon. and Squeezebox.Squeezebox is quite competent, but Roon takes it further- smoother interface that has track details, and... | |
| What do you use for streaming Classical? @OP, I understand your issue with how many streaming services display classical tracks and completely agree.I just switched to Innuos -previously Bluesound- and ended up getting Roon.Using Qobuz, the Roon app shows detailed track infomation that w... | |
| ... out here on Long Island ... Audiophile's Anonymous?I hate to say we exhibit some of the same behaviour as the other group.B | |
| ... out here on Long Island ... None that I know of.I am in Glen Cove. I know another member midway between Merrick and Glen Cove. Maybe we can hook up?Bob | |
| Upgrade Bluesound DAC or go to Aurrender? +1 for Node and Codex. I used that for 3 years.I tried the Aurender N100 with the Codex and didn't find it a significant upgrade (though it sounded better at Audioconnection so YMMV).Bob | |
| Transparent Cables @OP,I would look at HifiShark.com for recent sales of the cables.Just be sure to use the 'filters'-sales in N. America (if you are here< and newest listing).B | |
| SQ vs. Music My recent tweaks have caused me to take notice of the music due to the change in sound quality.My office system is mostly for work, but after upgrading my DAC/Streamer/Ethernet/Interconnects, I found myself listening while working and suddenly not... | |
| Vandersteen 3a signature vs Harbeth 30.2 anniversary @joey54 ,I was there when Johnny hooked up the William Tell's, with Ctsooner.For some reason, he couldn't hook up the Sub 3, but streamed Qobuz through an Aurender (I think), into a Ayre Codex, into a Belles Aria Integrated. I forget the original ... | |
| Vandersteen 3a signature vs Harbeth 30.2 anniversary @OP,If you are working with Johnny, then you are in good hands already.I didn't know he carried Harbeth. I'll go for a demo next time.And, if you are open to adding a sub, then as @joey54 said, the Quatro's are probably the 'sweet spot'. I wonder ... | |
| Vandersteen 3a signature vs Harbeth 30.2 anniversary If you like the 3a's, you should look at the Treo's, as well. I only mention it because they are in the same price range as the Harbeth's (new).I owned the 3a sig's before the Treo and can attest to their sounding much better than the 3a sig's.B | |
| Subwoofer Recommendations @OP, Given your requirements, I would look at Hsu subwoofers.You should be able to find them used and even new, they are very reasonably priced and work well.I am using a pair with my Vandy VLR's and find them easy to set up and enjoy.Bob | |
| Wanting to try a tube amp. @OP, I would also consider Atmasphere amps.A quick check showed the ARC amps you are looking at are near $10K.Considering your speakers are so efficient, I bet you'd get away with a lower powered amp. I own Atma MA-1's and they drive my slightly l... |