jdolgin
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| $ 2500 ....Stay with Vandersteens ??...what else ? Adam18,John (audioconnection) is way too modest to share his true knowledge and expertise. He has created musically thrilling systems using medium powered tube amps and Vandersteen speakers for many many years. If there is one person on this plane... | |
| Wilson Sophia2s demand better than AYRE V5xe, so.. There is absolutely no way to adequately set up the sophias in such a complicated space in 30 minutes.I'd recommend you do 3 things. 1)Photograph the space.2) draw a schematic of the room to scale, 3) Contact customer service/support at Wilson Aud... | |
| Wilson Sophia2s demand better than AYRE V5xe, so.. Hce4:I actually own sophias (the 1st version). I have 2 basic recommendations for you. First, be doub-ly trip-ly and quadrup-ly sure that the physical positioning of the speakers in your room is absolutely optimal. It makes an immense differebce w... | |
| Aesthetix Rhea & Modwright SWP 9.0 se Is there anyone else that can provide opinions on either ofthese phono stages? | |
| Aesthetix Rhea & Modwright SWP 9.0 se Thanks Dave,I appreciate your input.Actually, I own neither component, but am planning on selecting one.Your experience comparing the 2 units is most helpful.Jim | |
| Own a TW-Acustic Raven One? Stickman451:I guess I have the specific experience you seek. I had fully accessorized scoutmaster with the motor controller, center weight and ring clamp and the 9 signature arm. The VPI was very enjoyable, buy when I heard top shelf analog front ... | |
| Opinions on Wyred 4 Sound ICE amps I have a pair of SX-500 Mono Blocks as well. They are not fully broken in yet.(DO PAY ATTENTION TO ADEQUATE BEAK IN) they have significantly improved over time. Thus far, their wonderful attributes are great bass control, huge deep sounstage, beau... | |
| Wilson sophia typically found with solid state Pedrillo,You've been around these forums long enough to know that the execution and synergies of components are far from absolutes. The absolute sound of real instrumments may exist, but the absolute answers with regards to tubes or solid state ar... | |
| Wilson sophia typically found with solid state Many Sophia owners use tubes for power amps. Outstanding combinations, in addition to the previously mentioned VTL are Audio Research and Mcintosh. | |
| If you had 10k to spend on tube amp????? Audio Research Tube Mono Blocs such as the VTM 200 or the VM 220's would be a phenomenal match with the Vandersteen 5's. I've heard that combo a number of times...exquisite! well within your budget (used) as well.As an added bonus, they'll also do... | |
| Tw acustik turntables Dbjain:The Raven One is the HiFi component I value the mosy highly in my 25 years as a musician and audiophile.Rather than being redundant, I'd suggest you search the Audiogon archives and you'll find many supporting comments.Jim | |
| Wilson Audio Owners.....Sophia's I own the original sophias. They are very revealing of associated equipment.I find they work well with approx 50-75 tube watts, but when fed high power tubes they create a huge three dimensional stage wonderful tonality and well resolved bass.I us... | |
| To Raven One owners..... No Regrets:My Raven One sports a Graham Phantom and Dynavector XX2Mk2My former table was a Scoutmaster with SDS, Ring clamp/center weight and the JMW 9 Signature. The single largest difference is RESOLUTION. Not upper midrange emphasis type resolu... | |
| Raven v Walker. Colored v Accurate? I have to voice an opinion that essentially agrees with Mr. Valin.I performed as a percussionist in a number of classical orchestras.The Raven table (with Graham arm and Dynavector Cart) is the FIRST source component in my 30 years as an audiophil... | |
| Got a New CD Player and Now I'm Bummed Dodgealum:I had to chime in on this discussion beacause I have experienced your dilemma. I have a wonderful high resolution system with Wilson Audio Sophias, Audio Research Mono Blocks...etc. I started my analog journey with a basic scoutmaster. T... |