jl35
Responses from jl35
| Encouraging people to consider a traditional 2 channel stereo system. It is surprising how many have never really heard an even low cost (under $1000 new/ half of that used) but good 2 channel system... | |
| Integrated amp for tube lover BAT VK-3500 at closeout prices or previous VK-3000SE, both SS amp with tube pre (not simply tube buffer)...Aesthetix Mimas- fully tube | |
| Sellers Beware these stories are why I'm doing a lot more selling to TMR ... lose some on each sale, but so easy and no conflicts... | |
| Pass Labs XA-25 vs XA-30.8 amplifier Super reliable, and great customer service - have had 5 Pass amps over past 21 years | |
| Thoughts on using the DAC in my oppo 205 with a CD Transport. I never particularly liked various Oppo as either CD player or transport, loved them for DVD... | |
| ??? Are Manufacturers Killing Our Hobby ??? I'm very happy with the sound of the budget gear released the past 5-10 years, some great sound for little money... | |
| Sellers Beware It seems pretty common to make an non-binding "offer" as a message, and see what happens...nothing wrong with it, but not to be confused with an "official" offer...and certainly shipping charges are part of the bargaining process... | |
| ??? Are Manufacturers Killing Our Hobby ??? Not at all, quite the opposite...great having so much gear at so many prices available, makes this hobby stronger... | |
| Do I need upgraded power cables? Yes, people often don’t hear a difference when they "know" before that there cannot be any difference...Pass Labs includes very good quality cords, many companies do not...a nice bonus too is that used power cords are avilable at good prices and h... | |
| What say you: Is this fair, or AITA? I think you should pay the standard fee on the actual selling price...I sold a few pieces after listing ended, and always simply re-listed the item to simplify... | |
| The DAC Scam - Almost everyone believes the hype unfortunately it sounds terrible on Youtube ... | |
| Interim SS Amp - Likely Candidates? Many love the Benchmark and many dislike it ... better listen first ...not sure the Parasounds are either smaller or cooler than the First Watt ...I had the F7 and the A21, but not at the same time | |
| Is it better to get dedicated monoblocks instead of bridging stereo paired amps? In general I would choose (and did), dedicated mono blocks, never truly been happy with bridged... | |
| Whats a good all around digital cable for under $250. I only need half a meter. More like chiming in with the cable we liked best, after testing many...and yes, probably most models recommended are no longer available 9 years later ...and no one can say what someone else might prefer... | |
| Benchmark DAC2 HGC as compared to current DACs WiiM Ultra excellent for the price...many here like Benchmark gear very much, and many do not like their sound at all... |