jcdem

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Differences between Link 1, 2 and 3 DACs?
Well I plan on using the Link DAC with 2 different sources, so I will need to run optical to the DIP and coax out, then into the Link, as well as optical straight into the Link from my other source. I hope going from optical to DIP to coax and int... 
Differences between Link 1, 2 and 3 DACs?
If I had a Link III with the AES/EBU socket would it make a difference if I used it or Coax? You said it connects internally to the 24/96 upsampler, but doesn't optical and coax as well? I'm just trying to find out if there would be a significant ... 
Who is the Youngest Audiogoner??
Ah, I think I have you all beat haha. I'm 17, and just registered here about a month ago, but have been lurking since early this year.I am finally going to upgrade my first system consisting of a Sony CD player, NAD C350, and Axiom M22ti speakrs. ... 
Digital Dilemma...
Have you heard about the Aiwa and Link DAC combo though? 
Why can't I get clear sound?
A small update:I moved my speakers to a better configuration in my room so they were about 8' apart and 3' from the walls, and were standing on some other monitor speakers that I didn't have in use (the only things I could find for stands, and the... 
Why can't I get clear sound?
I made sure the speakers are in phase. I even switched one of them, and then both of them together and I didn't notice a difference. I am sure the tweeters are working correctly though because I can definately hear them, and when I use that "Wow!"... 
Why can't I get clear sound?
Ok I tried everything I said in my previous post. The Sony CD changer sounded marginally better than my portable CD player, and still muffled. I did try hooking up some nice headphones into the amp though, and it sounded perfect. Not muffled at al... 
Why can't I get clear sound?
I'm currently using an onboard audio chipset, but before this I was using a Soundblaster AWE 64 and it sounded a little worse than what it currently is. I'll try hooking up the Sony deck tonight and see how it sounds. I'll also be sure to try movi... 
Why can't I get clear sound?
I have tried several different store-bought CDs through my CD-ROM and CD players. The mp3s sound satisfactory though my car stereo, but that is a whole different setup. I still think that setup could be a little clearer, but there's not much you c... 
Amp play a low volumes?
Thank you guys for all of the replies. I will probably be getting the equipment fairly soon, and it should be fun to hear a good system in my house for once. 
Audio stores in my area...
Thank you all for the help. Too bad that I probably can't get to most of those places because, hah, I'm only 17, and driving to San Francisco isn't exactly easy for me. But I did happen to find out that Paradigm speakers are sold at an authorized ... 
Inexpensive Amp and Speakers
Hey hey Ohlala, I can be a headbanger and have good taste too! haha. I actually do listen to some different types of music, some more instrumental stuff like NIN and lighter stuff like Radiohead.Would a sub really be that bad in a small room? I me... 
Inexpensive Amp and Speakers
Thanks for all of the input, I've been doing a lot of reading and researching and I have another load of questions: Do most amplifiers have crossovers, like so I can have the speakers play 90Hz and up, and have a separate powered sub play 90Hz and... 
Inexpensive Amp and Speakers
Wow Celtic66 that idea never occurred to me, but it seems like a very good one. Now... where can I find some of these speakers? I looked on eBay quickly and now I just did a search on google and didn't find much at all. Does the company have a web... 
Inexpensive Amp and Speakers
Any specific model by NAD? I saw some on eBay but some are more than 10 years old and I don't feel right buying something that old and trusting it to work everyday. I also saw that a lot of them only pushed about 20-45w continuous and most were at...