gdnrbob
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| Best Amplifier & Speakers combo? IMHO, if you want a future proof combo. Buy the Vandersteen VLR bookshelf with a Belles Aria Integrated. Albeit, a little more than your budget, but, you'll have a very capable system that can be upgraded as funds allow. These little speakers... | |
| speaker delivery I used UShip for a pair of Vandy 3a sigs. It was a good experience. Hopefully, you have the original packing. B | |
| Vandersteen 2w sub hookup As a Vandy owner, please join us on the Vandy forum -just go to the Vandy website and you'll see a dropdown. There you will get all the info you need. And, Mr. V. will often chime in. If you don't want to join, then PM John Rutan (audioconnectio... | |
| Is it still worth buying a Lumin x1 in 2023? @thibaultgeoui , I would say that a 'better' Dac would be your best move. Though I should say I have no firsthand experience with Lumin products, but do have a bit of experience in the digital realm. So, YMMV. IMHO, though a streamer can/coes p... | |
| Subwoofer recommendation Vandersteen 2wq's are available for under $2K for a pair, but you need the crossovers ($800/pair). Just follow the directions and you'll have the best integrated subs you will ever know.-And, they will perform without issue for years. Bob | |
| Fair price for used Vandersteen 3a Signatures @mustangjeff , If I were you, I would look into getting the Treo or Quatro (non-CT) used. You'll get a more refined speaker that will work in almost any space. The key to Vandy's is the set up. You have to follow the directions in the manual in ... | |
| Used DACs for sale - help me choose A used Ayre Codex would be my choice. Under $1K used, nowadays. B | |
| Speaker Cables - Long Run @rbschauman , Even Mr. V. would recommend trying to shorten you speaker cables. If you are ever able to move to monoblocks, it would make your life much easier. But, given the case at hand- I would suggest buying a pair of Audioquest GO-4's, or... | |
| Modifying Crossovers @falmgren , I would be highly suspect of anyone who thinks they know more than the speaker designer. If they know so much, why haven't they designed their own speaker. My 2 cents... Bob | |
| Stupid Asking Prices- Why Don't Sellers Read Audiogon The Blue Book First? @jaytor , +1 I have used HifiShark for years not only to get an idea of prices, but to find equipment. A very useful website. Bob | |
| Innuos and Roon? I also use Roon with my Zen Mini and Zen. Roon interface is very easy to work with, too. No problems whatsoever. Bob | |
| I feel it is time to upgrade my 1977 system....... My 2 cents... Yes, you are ready for an upgrade. A lot has changed, and mostly for the better. Your first task is to get the specs on the Altec's (power rating, impedance,etc. Then you'll need to look for an amp that sounds good with your speak... | |
| Digital is as confusing as ever The Node is a fine entry level streamer with lots of different streaming companies to chose from. If you are looking for 'high resolution', it would mean, IMHO, using a different streamer. Aurrender, Innuos, and Auralic are some brands you shoul... | |
| Custom Window Sound Blockers I remember these going on the outside of the window. They were called 'storm windows', if I recall.😉. Bob | |
| Magnepan 3.5r Owners needed.... No bass Well, it is your loss. B |