jeffreyw
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| KEF LS50 Wireless II vs. Harbeth P3esr This appears to be an apples-to-orange comparison. I know the intent was to simplify the system, but it would have been cool to substitute a pair of LS50 Metas with the Croft system to gauge how good the Harbeths are in comparison. | |
| Amp Recommendations @bhoffy18 I would suggest either McIntosh MC312 or MC462. The 462 is a reference quality amp. Even used, they are above your budget, but these are end-game amps. I have wasted thousands of dollars on audio which I could have saved if I had "boug... | |
| Anthem STR: Why all the hate? @secretguy When I auditioned the Anthem, the Luxman 590AXII was far superior to the the STR. There were others in the room who thought the same. I also take the class A recommendations with a grain of salt, highly based on advertising dollars. T... | |
| Anthem STR: Why all the hate? @mattlathrop Several years ago, I auditioned an Anthem Integrated versus Naim and Luxman. The Anthem was outclassed by both. My dealer had nothing bad to say other than "Let's move on". So I can see why dealers might not like them. Also, a sleep... | |
| Sopra 2 Amp Recommendation @mattlathrop I know you want to keep your Anthem, but a used Gryphon Diablo 300 might suit you very well! It will provide a beautiful soundstage and tremendous punch. When I chose my system, it was between the Diablo and a pair of McIntosh MC611... | |
| KEF R3 Meta's - too much for my Marantz Model 30? @painter24 KEFs require a tremendous amount of power to sound their best. I have a pair of R1 Metas and originally powered them with a Luxman 590AXII. Even the big brother 509X couldn't do it. The speakers ate up both integrateds. Absolutely no ... | |
| Classe vs Luxman any thoughts on the Stereo power amps? I have heard both played on the big brother to the 805s. The Luxman M10x bested the Classe to my ears. | |
| Parasound vs Coda @christianb5s4 I had a CODA 16. I would consider it neutral with outstanding bass. It is a great company with stellar customer service. I have since moved on to McIntosh Mc 611s. I prefer more warmth and a much stronger bass/midbass response. | |
| Aurender N20 Thanks! I wish I could have heard an Aurender. I believe I would have gone the N200 route because of budget. | |
| Aurender N20 @vonhelmholtz I went in a different direction and paired my DAC with an Innuos Pulse. I had difficulty getting an audition of the Aurender. I'm very happy with the Pulse! | |
| Lumin U2 vs Aurender N200 @john1629 I have an Innuos Pulse feeding the DA2 in my McIntosh C2700. Also, the Pulse feeds my Aries Certat Helene DAC via USB. The Innuos software is easy to use and extremely reliable. Regarding sound quality, the DA2 is incredible from a c... | |
| Add sub to 802D4s? @soix #1 @james633 You will have to search very hard to find an amp that produces hard-hitting bass like the MC 611s. The closest I have heard was a Gryphon Diablo, but I believe the Mac trumps it. However, if you want to get into amps that a... | |
| Disappointing On Mcintosh......help +1 @steve59 My 611s with my KEF R1 Metas are magical. The bass/mid-bass would have you believe I am running a sub. | |
| Quick Question About Power Cables @goofyfoot Audioquest Hurricane might suit you just fine; outstanding bass output. | |
| Amp vs Preamp which is more important? Preamp. Garbage into your amp only produces much louder garbage out! |