jl35
Responses from jl35
| Best sounding and reliable CD changer? It's the Onkyo DX-C390 | |
| Best sounding and reliable CD changer? With a DAC try the Onkyo DX390. I have read the Integra equivalent is better but haven't heard it. My Onkyo's been running for years... | |
| DAC for iMac System Right now probably leaning towards the Modi - thanks for all the recommendations... | |
| DAC for iMac System I had noticed the Simaudio 100D but after reading up on it, was left wondering if it really was meant for USB use. | |
| Any truth to keeping the retail prices the same ? My sources, amp and pre are all similar in cost, speakers a bunch more. Sometimes you find components of mismatched cost that work great together depending on preferences and room. I know my Portal Panache sounded great when briefly used in main s... | |
| 2014 CES News: ARC Showcases New CD-6 Any word on whether ARC will offer any upgrades to the CD5 ? It looks like it can't be fully upgraded to the CD6 but maybe some partial upgrades hopefully... | |
| Concert Videos I have the $500 standard Oppo 103 and think it's terrific... | |
| Mapleshade Single VS Double Helix Speaker Cable I prefer the double, feel it is well worth the cost, and I think the plus is also worthwhile. Not tried the bananas, but very good experiences with Mapleshade customer service. | |
| Primaluna ProLogue Five VS. Classe CA-150 The CA-150 came out almost 20 years ago, if you like it a lot, maybe some new caps and a servicing will get the sound you want... | |
| Receiver The YBA is the YA-201, the YC is the matching CDP | |
| Receiver I also still use an Onkyo A-9555 with my computer, and believe it is still a great buy. | |
| Receiver Depends on budget and do you need a receiver as opposed to an integrated amp? My current preferences are Portal Panache, Naim Nait 5i-2, Primare I21, YBA YC201, all under $900. I either own or have owned all of those. I like to use with a vintage ... | |
| Receiver I would sell all three, then many good options depending on budget. The older gear loses much as the caps dry out and other parts wear out. | |
| which one of these amp to buy? Agree on the A23 | |
| speakers with Parasound? Vienna Haydn Grand. Your amp will drive it fine, but just know that very soon you will be wanting a better amp to fully realize what your new speakers can do... |