gdnrbob
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| 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 | |
| A case for Hi Rez Digital @tomic601 ,I for one, hope to take you up on you offer.Seattle and Carlsburg are two places I have never been to before.Bob | |
| Audioquest Firebird Zero @meuch,I would buy what you can comfortably afford.IMHO, AQ cables will not dissapoint.If you want a good person to discuss the differences, I suggest PM'ing Audioconnection, or call John Rutan at Audioconnection.Yes, he is a dealer, but he knows ... | |
| Upgrade Path Help @OP,I second jjss's opinion.A Bluesound Node would be a great streamer.I use mine with an Ayre Codex and I have no complaints.The Vandy 2wq sub should be a much better match with your speakers.I also own the 2wq's (hopefully upgrading to the Sub 3... | |
| My used Magnepan 1.6's are missing sparkly treble. Why? I think the previous owner did some unsanctioned surgery.When in doubt, call Magnepan or email.You could also call or PM Johnny Rutan (Audioconnection). He knows and sell Maggy's and might be able to give you some good (and free) advice.Though he ... |