gdnrbob
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| Ayre QB-9 upgrade @OP, Yes, they will upgrade any QB-9. They did 2 for me that I bought 2nd hand. In fact, I had the seller ship them directly in order to save on re-shipping.Also, it doesn't matter which model. They essentially replace the entire innards, so the p... | |
| How do I know when to use a subwoofer? @minorl , Very good points.@OP,The issue of the bass you are experiencing may be due to your equipment, room treatment/ or lack of, as well as cabling, not to mention speaker placement.Rather than chase a shadow, I suggest PM'ing Johnny Rutan (aud... | |
| Streamer recommendations Bluesound Node, if you want something inexpensive.Aurender N100, at a higher price, with less options on streaming services (Qobuz, and Tidal ), but with a more refined sound quality.Bob | |
| The Belles Aria Signature Integrated Amplifier @jl35 ,I am sure he can, but I can say that he treats everyone with respect- Which is something I can say I haven't observed from other dealers in the NY metro area over the years, and that goes back a couple of decades.Things are a bit better now... | |
| Node 2i interface/app, a beginner's question The Bluesound app works with the Spotify app independently.Your son will open the Bluesound app, then the Spotify app.From the Spotify app, choose the speakers. All music he/she wants to play will be on Spotify, but will go through the Bluesound a... | |
| The Belles Aria Signature Integrated Amplifier @so-al, I agree, but more than a few of us have limited dollars to spend, and buying used-which is much easier these days because of the interenet-allows us to get more for the dollar.Though I do feel a bit of twinge of guilt when I hear something... | |
| The Belles Aria Signature Integrated Amplifier @jjss49 ,I am glad you found my recommendations worthy.But, I have to give credit where it is due.I auditioned the Codex and Node at Audioconnection. If I were truly upstanding, I should have bought them from him, but being a cheapskate, I bought ... | |
| The Belles Aria Signature Integrated Amplifier I heard the Aria integrated at Audioconnection, and was very impressed.You could make a very, very good system with the Aria, Vandy VLR's and Ayre Codex and Bluesound Node for around $5K.I would love to have a side-by-side comparison between the t... | |
| Do I need to decouple/isolate my preamp amp from my stand? I bought Townshend platforms for my speakers, but didn't realize the outrigger feet would make them unusable.So, I put it under my Atma MP-1. The result was a noticeably cleaner sound. I bought mine from a dealer on Ebay from the UK. He gave me a ... | |
| Margin on speaker sales by high end dealer @ebm ,Well put!As a gardener, I have to put up with this kind of 'logic'- I don't see the value in your service, so why should I pay for it?If you are so concerned about what a dealer is making, then just buy your equipment used.B | |
| 1000.00 speakers If you buy used, a pair of Vandersteen VLR's.Nuff said...B | |
| Floorstanding speakers - $2-3K @OP, I am an unabashed Vandersteen fan.If you buy used, you can get a better speaker for your money.So, if that is something you can do, I would say buy a pair of Vandy 2ce sigs or 3a sigs.If you live near a major city, I would try to demo them fi... | |
| Your thoughts about an upgrade @OP, Great move. Though I would consider moving to Audiquest cables.IMHO, they really compliment Vandy equipment.Bob | |
| A Surge Suppressor Story I would suggest anyone with electrical wiring issues to PM Audiogon member Jea48.He is the most knowledgeble member here on Audiogon with things related to electrical wiring. IMHO. And, he's a nice guy, too.B | |
| A Surge Suppressor Story If you own you own home, I suggest installing a whole house surge protector.Bob |