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16 bit vs 24 bit vs 35 bit vs 36 bit vs 64 bit DAC sampling
Hello,I don’t think you would ever need above 22 bit even though the come as 24 bit. The rest you are hearing is the awesome Esoteric. The rest of the stuff in that box is awesome. You should hook up a $29 Walmart DVD player and hear how good it s... 
"Power Cords-More Recent"
Hello,Keep the PS Audio power cords and save up for a Puritan PSM136 power conditioner. This is the only thing you will need. I hope you can find a dealer in your area that will let you take it home to demo. You will want the PSM136. If you live n... 
How many watts??
Hello,I usually listen at modest volumes. Probably 60-70db and even a lot lower at sometimes. I was never impressed by playing loud. I am more impressed by how low you can play the volume and still hear the full dynamic range. One way to cheat thi... 
Then there were 2
Hello,I was wondering if the Rogue DragoN would work. It’s 300 watts. You will still have the RP7 to produce that awesome sound you like. Also, you might want to try the RP9. It is on another level compared to the RP7. Add the DragoN to that and y... 
My kiseki Blackheart nightmare.
Mijostyn,I was going to say the same thing. Op, I have a freind who had the Hana SL. He said a reviewer at a show told him it was one of the best values for the money at $750. I can only imagine how good the red is. I am happy you ended up with a ... 
Advise for new speakers for my basement exercise room
Hello,I am going to advise you to buy revel. The M126 is really great. Also because of the waveguide on the tweeter it controls the sound and reflections very well without room treatment. At the shows people ask where the subwoofer is in the room?... 
What are we going to do about Tele 12AU7 prices
Hello,No offense. You are definitely an audiophile. I usually say “buy once, cry once.” That is not the case with tubes.  
You own a store, you sell 2 brands, which?
Hello,Samsung and Sony. Due to the lines that Samsung own and Sony because they cover the rest. Did anyone hear about the Sony A9 4.1 surround system. It is supposed to be totally incredible and a totally immersive experience. Maybe we can just ad... 
New to Turntables
Hello,Yamaha phono stage will probably be better. Also, I like the idea of the Schiit Mani just to try it out. I own it for a cheap rig in my office and it works great. I would go with the Nagaoka MP110 instead of the Ortifon Red 2m. The Nag is a ... 
If there’s an audiophile exit ramp, this ain’t it…
Hello,It sounds like you need a new power cables and some IsoAcoustic or Townshend gear. I say get demoing. What else have you got going on? 
KEF Reference 3 or Raidho X2?
Hello,One more thing is the Kef Reference series bass ports can be slightly customizable. They have a long or short insert that lets you tune the bass of the speaker to your room. I have heard most people prefer the longer insert because it contro... 
Which Harbeths?
Hello,I am going to come at this from a sound perspective than picking which is right for you. I believe a speaker not having enough bass as a good thing as long as you don’t mind subwoofers and having to add one or even better two of them like th... 
Are Fall Sales Leveling Out in the Used Market?
Hello,Musicfan2349. Sell them to a local Hifi store. They might gouge you but it costs you nothing. Plus they have the means to deliver it to their store. Another option is have them trucked out by freight. Florida is notorious for having nothing ... 
Looking for Speaker Input
Hello,I think your gear is great. I don’t know if you are running subs then add a JL Audio CR1 crossover. This lets you pick the crossover point of your speakers. I know your speakers are awesome and go all the way down. It doesn’t mean you should... 
What angle should I set the VTA on my VPI turntable?
Hello,One more thing. Please do not set up your table with a cheap bubble level unless you checked or calibrated it with a really good level. I have made this mistake and found out these cheap bubble levels are not true. Your albums and your cart ...