giantsalami

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Speakers for leading edge, transients, speed and big sound
https://audio-connexion.com/odeon-audio-tosca-2020-floorstanding-loudspeakers-poplar. I recently purchased the Izumi monitor model, which has the same tweeter and woofer, and could not be happier, I have owned probably a dozen or more monitors, T+... 
Amps.. Is Odyssey worth it?
Not to bad mouth Odyssey, but I had a few problems and finally decided to just wash my hands with the brand. The Kismet mono blocks were excellent amps, but other issues were there that I could not overlook.   
What Meatloaf and Beer Have Taught me about Audiophiles
This is good timing. The wife asked on Sunday what I wanted for dinner and I requested meatloaf, which is one of my favorite foods. Last night, with all the meatloaf talk and leftovers, I put on Bat Out Of Hell III, also my favorite. Thank you, Mr... 
Are there any recording artists you just can’t listen too?
Motley Crue. Green Day...  
Tube Pre/ Class D Amp - Who has done it?
AGD Audion mono blocks with an Ayon pre. Great combo.   
TAD Speakers
Nice post, wretnuh2. I don't see me ever affording the newer models, but am quite happy with the ME-1's. Excellent, tight bass and mids. I have no problems with the highs being sharp or fatiguing, and I am pretty sensitive to that. Again, the addi... 
TAD Speakers
I purchased a used pair of ME-1 speakers in December. Very shortly after I purchased a new amp and the difference was quite a surprise. They seem to respond to up stream electronics very nicely. Fantastic speakers.  
The HARD ROCK & HEAVY METAL Thread Continued
Armored Saint, Brainstorm. Great , melodic, heavy, stuff and 2 bands that do not know what a ballad is!    
Faint buzz in speakers
I recently had a (new) noise suddenly appear in my system. Quite noticeable from the listening position, it did not get louder with the volume. I checked multiple outside and inside lights, as a while ago, my dethatched garage lights were the culp... 
Why Do ~You~ Still Play CDs?
All of the above! The physical media and reading the liner notes, band members, cover art, it is all part of the experience.  
Ayon Triton Evo Integrated
@stephens770 , I agree. I sold my Primaluna 300 pre and am using the Ayon. I talked to Paul about a separate Ayon pre amp and he pretty much said to keep the 35. which is good, as the preamps are a bit out of my price range.   
Ayon Triton Evo Integrated
I have the Ayon 35 CD player that I also use as the preamp. Excellent quality and sound. I have my eye on a power amp. :)  
Does anyone on AG truly care anymore about objectivity & sincerity of Magazine reviews?
+1 @tomcarr . Exactly!  
Steve Morse pays tribute to Jeff beck
AWESOME!  
Open baffle speakers
I have both and enjoy both. That is what makes this hobby fun. Hearing what different speakers bring to the table.