hilde45

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System assembled; only a final decision about speakers remains
Worth an experiment. At the moment, my system is very very quiet when nothing is playing. 
System assembled; only a final decision about speakers remains
I’m really glad to update everybody and appreciate the help. I look forward to hearing the speakers whenever they come because I think that the people who testified to their quality knew what they were talking about. And I will definitely look int... 
System assembled; only a final decision about speakers remains
@kenjit I chose the Salks because of the described experiences of listeners and reviewers. They will be built, I will listen to them, I will compare them to other speakers, and I will keep them or send them back. No charts required. 
Opinions on the current market
@english210 I struggled with that too. But the non-remote version is a different design and multiple people convinced me that non-remote is the way to go. Since I'm streaming a lot, I have control over that volume, so it's not a big hassle.Here's ... 
Opinions on the current market
@english210 your objectives are completely understandable and of course you want to get your money back if only because it facilitates trying something else. The process of experimentation with audio is an aesthetic one; and is intrinsically enjoy... 
streaming source
Just finishing a month on Amazon HD for free. Not crazy about the interface but some very good sounding stuff. I'm a prime member so it would be $13/month if I subscribe.That said, I'm ending the trial and will be trying Qobuz next.Both of these r... 
Opinions on the current market
Comments about good buyers and sellers is true -- because a truism. But your question deserves better; it has to do with the wider environment, and whether there is some advantage for buyers. I have had this same question, and I started looking in... 
Extra power or cleaner power?
The EP-2050 looks like a winner. I think I see from the Vhaudiowebsite how it works. One dedicates a line, then installs this EP-2050 to do its thing. It's not a "whole house" protection, though -- it's for that line, right? 
Extra power or cleaner power?
Thanks @lalitk and @tvad  -- and just to finish -- once these are installed, I install multiple outlets and plug right in? I put in some kind of device? Which kind. 
Extra power or cleaner power?
Just following up on my own, earlier thread.I now have my amps — Quicksilver Mono 60s'.Because my gear is located near an outlet with just two plugs, I have acquired a used $500 Panamax Max 1500 conditioner/surge protector (10 outlets), 1800 Watt.... 
Another streaming newbie
Bluesound Node2i + MHDT Orchid tube DAC = $1750 msrp. I got an open box node for 450 and the Orchid for 1100 and found a great Analysis Plus Crystal Digital used for 120. I’m streaming Amazon HD and I have a 128 gb thumb drive with ripped FLACs in... 
Need help replacing my beloved Magnepan....
+1 Fritz Carbon 7. Amazing with jazz, vocals. Articulate soundstage, fluid mids  and highs, and a taut, respectable bottom end. String bass, horns, vocals sound lively but natural. They are bookshelves and not Maggies, but I close my eyes and feel... 
Pangea Distributing -- anyone else having trouble reaching them?
I got a nice note today after 5 days -- 2 phone calls and two emails. I got a mailer label. So, something's a bit off, there, but they did come through. 
Who buy PS AUDIO ?
I love the videos too and they have many good reviews. That said, I do not see their name mentioned as often as a lot of others -- Naim, Arcam, CJ, Cary, ARC, VAC...and on and on. From what I can tell, they’re a company whose products hit high and... 
What's your process for comparing new gear, cables, etc.?
@kren -- please do tell me how that goes. The only alternative for me would be to sell my REL (I can poke you if you wish) and then buy two matching. @djones will check out, thanks.