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| Who is using passive preamps and why? Phd, Unfortunately that would be a least a three day drive for me, but I do have a buddy that lives in the Seattle area. Next time I'm out that direction I'll have to give you a shout. | |
| Who is using passive preamps and why? Phd, Not to make this sound bad but once you hear the Ultra the stock really sounds veiled in comparison. The transparency in the soundstage just opens up to reveal layers upon layers of information. Just to tempt your taste buds if you happen to ... | |
| Who is using passive preamps and why? 03-16-10: Phd TVAD, you have the ultimate preamp! The VRE-1 is very spendy but beautiful and one day I will own one even if I have to wait.Phd if you would like a preamp that is as Mr. McCormack puts it right up there with the best might I sug... | |
| McCormack Preamps SiebertThe McCormack Micro Line Drive offers a passive and an active output, the active output has an adjustable output of +/-6bd of gain. The -6db setting offers the option of weather you like an active or passive preamp. The other portion of the... | |
| B&W vs Vandersteen? Antonkk, I posted on your preamp amp question also. But one thing the Vandersteen's offer is the ability to improve upon the sound. If your stuck with only the 3A Signatures you can tailor the last octave or two with a pair of 2Wq's and increase t... | |
| Pre and power amp for Vandersteen 3A Signature? You must have a really large room, that 13 foot distance from the Vandy's would require almost the same separation between the speakers to get the best sound from them (Wow that's large enough for an IMax screen). I second Unsound's recommendation... | |
| My LP couldn't beat my CD, until now Mark51Happy to report that Forddonald does not have your MPD. I still have it and it has now been completely overhauled by SMc Audio to Platinum + with everything that Steve could throw into it. The bad part is I received it back from them just as... | |
| HDMI 24bit 192khz Playback using AVR Mmarvin19Correct, I run a seperate preamp and amp combination for 2 channel listening and have the Denon connected for home theater use. I noticed that the AVR could decode 24/192 so I thought I would give it a shot. | |
| My NHT 2.5 Speakers Are Hungry You are correct the 2.5's are very power hungry. I drove mine with an Acurus A150 for quite a few years. A couple of years ago bought a McCormack 0.5 Deluxe and WOW what a difference. Didn't realize the 2.5 were that good. Still have them in my be... | |
| Using McCormack DNA-0.5 Deluxe as Mono Amps MorgandoggeIf the upgrade bug strikes you could acquire another DNA-1 Deluxe and do the passive vertical bi-amping described above. I did this with my Vandy 3A Sig's with awesome results. I'm anxiously awaiting the return of my TLC-1 from SMc Audi... | |
| Considering new amp - Mccormack I think the McCormack's would be just what you are looking for. If you happen to live within about two hours of Philadelphia I would be willing to offer up a pair of McCormack DNA-1 Monoblocks for a listening session. This will give you an idea if... | |
| Running a set of NHT 2.5I The 4004 would work very well, also it will take care of your future needs should you decide to upgrade your speakers down the road. That 4004 MK2 here would work fine if you can swing it. | |
| Running a set of NHT 2.5I Thirsty93I run a McCormack .5 Deluxe on my 2.5's and it really brings out the best that they have to offer. Also if you happen to come across one try the Aragon 8002 but those are hard to come by. | |
| McCormack SMC Audio upgrades: how good are they? ChihoYou state your budget is $3K-$4K for the amp, is that after you sell the DNA? If not find a used amp here on Agon, if you are not happy with the way it compares to the DNA 125 Gold you can sell it and try another. The point is you won't loose... | |
| running active and passive together P.S. Also make sure the PSB Gold i can be bi-amped. Just because theres two pair of speaker connections they may be connected together in the speaker at the crossover. |