gdnrbob
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| Chasing down the problem @daveyf ,I, for one, think you did a pretty thorough job of trying to trace the problem.Unfortunately, it was something you didn't consider, nor would have I.A dodgy switch in the preamp would be one of the last places I would think to check.Thoug... | |
| Niagara 1200 and subwoofers @OP,That bit of info makes me think there is something on or near your power line. Think - A Dimmer, refrigerator or is there a neon sign nearby?Search the Audiogon library. I recall that there was another member that had a similar situation. In h... | |
| Without snark, if possible - Syn Res vs Transparent Though it doesn't answer your question, I have found Transparent cables to be overpriced, and over praised.I think you would be well served by considering other brands.I only write this as I bought into the Transparent hype, only to learn that the... | |
| Cable Length Optimization...Speaker vs Interconnect, etc. I would try to go with longer interconnects, especially balanced, rather than longer speaker cables.Since your amp only accepts RCA, then a Jensen converter would be a wise purchase. Go balanced for the long run, then convert to RCA near the amp.Bob | |
| Niagara 1200 and subwoofers The Niagra can only do so much.When it comes to buzz and hum, there are a number of things that can cause it- and much of it comes down to the design of the amps and their interaction with preamps.I know, as I had a horrible buzz when I tried to u... | |
| Supra Cat 8 for new Fios install? I am in a similar situation, though I require more cable than you.If it is easy, then I say add the cables. As for end connections, any Verizon installer should be able to add whatever termination is needed. All it takes is a tool and separating t... | |
| Niagara 1200 and subwoofers Hmm, it depends upon the load your subs make, as well as all the additional equipment.I would just call AQ and get their take on this.FWIW, I plug my subs directly into wall outlets on the same circuit.In fact, I plug anything with an amp, directl... | |
| Vandersteen Moel 2Ce better than Model 1B used in midsize room @OP, I agree, your integrated NAD has a enough power, but there is more to it than that. There seems to be a couple of manufacturers who's products seem to work seamlessly with Vandersteen speakers- Ayre, Belles, and Atma-Sphere would my picks.Als... | |
| Vandersteen Moel 2Ce better than Model 1B used in midsize room As far as sound 'getting muddled'.I would look upstream. Your NAD is a decent amp.What is your preamp and source and cables?Audionoobie's Belles Aria is a great combo with Vandy's. I run a pair of Aria monoblocks with my VLR's. They really put my... | |
| Footers Under Power Conditioners? @ozzy ,I think it should be a positive tweak, albeit subtle.I recall reading how a Core Power Equi+Core would be improved by using better footers- I believe it was Mark who said it.Of course, you can always call AQ and speak with the guy with the ... | |
| Granite Bases for Vandersteen speakers I know Agon member, Ctsooner, got marble bases for his Quatro's. Hopefully, he can chime in and tell us if it made a difference.I went with some maple block bases for my Treo's. I can't say they help or hurt. Well, they don't sound worse.I need to... | |
| amp repair cost too high?? Much depends upon who the manufacturer is.Companies like Ayre, Atmasphere, Schiit, and Vandersteen, usually offer very reasonable upgrade/repair prices for their equipment.Bob | |
| Too many cables @OP, If you mean running a balanced cable to rca, then, yes, you need a converter- Preferably one of Jensen's.Using a cable without one would be a kludge.Unfortunately, you would need two cables-Balanced to balancedInto converter, thenRCA to RCA.Bob | |
| Magnepan 1.7 speakers (asking for a friend) I would just call/email Magnepan directly, and get the dope from the horse's mouth.If you don't want to do that, PM Audioconnection (John Rutan). He sells Maggies and knows just about every amp out there. He would be able to tell you if your frien... | |
| Amp repair cost — is this right? @stringreen ,I have sent a number of pieces of equipment to Ayre.-Some for repair, others for upgrade.In every case, the price they quoted for repair was very, very reasonable.One of the caps in my MX-R’s blew. I sent both monoblocks to be checked... |