jim_swantko
Responses from jim_swantko
| Endler stepped attenuator w/Cary active preamp It sounds like the problem is the Transporter. If you plan to keep it I guess you either have to live with the hiss or give the attenuators a try, although they are only a band-aid.My SLP-05 is dead quiet, and I agree that it's a great piece.Good ... | |
| EMM Labs new XSD1 single box player Yes, the XSD1 was on display and it sounded very good. Here are a few pics:http://www.fototime.com/8CA7D3A112CC0AA/standard.jpghttp://www.fototime.com/0DE50E9249BE762/standard.jpg | |
| Ayre SPDIF DAC I heard the DX-5 at RMAF. The Ayre rep said that the DX-5 should beat the QB-9 due to an improved output stage. | |
| Audio Research LS 26 or Cary SLP 05? I have owned both and the Cary is more extended on both ends. Both are very good, and different. Listen to both if possible, but based on your criteria I would say the Cary may be more to your liking. | |
| EMM Labs new XSD1 single box player My original question did start out with 'for those of you that attend' as opposed to 'attended', .. what did you think?.How can I form an opinion on a demo which hasn't occurred yet?I'm not trying to be difficult but honestly don't know what you a... | |
| I need help with my Equipment addiction First step, delete this website from your favorites list!! :) | |
| I need SS muscle I agree with Ajackson, try a Cary SS amp. They just released a new 1.600 mono (600W @ 8 Ohms) which should do quite nicely. | |
| EMM Labs new XSD1 single box player RMAF hasn't happened yet, it's Oct 2-4. | |
| Best things 'in life' A hot cup of Dunkin Donuts coffee in the morning... there is NOTHING like that first sip. | |
| Which songs/albums take you back to college? Nrenter -Looks like you and I were sweating the same classes at the same time, my nightmare occurred at NC State Univ however. :)I remember buying Nevermind and not really liking it, probably because Teen Spirit was being played ALL THE TIME. It's... | |
| Balanced preamp tube for Magnepan 3.6 or 20.1 Try the Cary SLP-05. | |
| Joule Electra LA150 MkII or Lamm LL2 Deluxe? Well that's what I get for not clicking on your system!! Congrats on the Lamm gear, excellent choice. | |
| Any feed back on McIntosh C2300 va Cary Audio slp0 The SLP-05 is one of the most transparent pre's I've ever heard. It is absolutely alive and as dynamic as any SS I've used. It is detailed, airy, clear but not harsh.No experience with the Mac but the SLP-05 is the real deal. | |
| Your Top 5 Favorite Power Ballads GnR - Sweet ChildPoison - Every Rose has it's thornSkid Row - I will remember...Motorhead - Ace of spades. This always seemed to get played around last call while I was in college, it was also when most of my romantic meetings occured. :) | |
| Cary SLP 98L or deHavillanrd Mercury 3? From looking at your want list ... the SLP-98 will disappoint. It's a great pre and I really enjoy mine but transparent and neutral - it aint. :)I will 3rd the SLP-05 recommendation, it's a phenomenal pre and does everything you want. |