johnjbarlow
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| State of HDCD and SACD This is one forum I intend to watch closely. At this time my listening is exclusively on vinyl. I am considering another foray into digital. SACD will probably be the format I choose. I look forward to hearing the RCA Living Stereo series on SACD. | |
| A Bright Pair of Watt Puppys Patience and perserverence. Start with the least costly method of tuning. Discover, Uncover and discard all components and ancilliary gear that does not provide optimum synergy.I performed room treatment, and placement first. Then fine tuned with ... | |
| Turntables from 1-10: Personality 8.5 Beauty 12 Well I don't mean to contradict you but, I went from an Aries to an HRX and there is no comparison. The HRX out performs the Aries hands down. I do happen to think the Avid Acutus is gorgeous. I hear it is quite a performer too. After I win the lo... | |
| A Bright Pair of Watt Puppys Oh yes, it's that simple. "It's the loud speakers". That's why hundreds of people have bought and loved Wilson Watt/Puppies. We must all be deaf. | |
| A Bright Pair of Watt Puppys Placement of the speakers is paramount with Wilson W/P's. Play a recording that has a good deal of bass, and start adjusting your speakers in very small increments. You can use tape on the floor or on the walls using a laser device on top of the w... | |
| Michael Brecker R.I.P. I loved the work that he did on a few Billy Cobham LP's along with his brother Randy on trumpet. If you can find a good copy of Total Eclipse, Crosswinds or, A Funky Thide of Sings. These Billy Cobham records showcase the Brecker Brothers incredib... | |
| Any guidance for buying used tubes? Buy them from a reputable dealer. Try Brent Jesse Recording. He has an ample supply of tubes. He sells new, NOS and used tubes. They are rigorously tested and he guarantees them. He has a very user friendly website. I will not buy used tubes from ... | |
| Nirvana at last? I can relate to what you are talking about Warrenh. I couldn't stand the harshness I was hearing from my new W/P7's. It wasn't until I began the long tedious task of exchanging different versions ot replacement tubes in my amp and my preamp. Once ... | |
| VPI cleaning machine parts Music Direct sell replacement parts | |
| What amp to use with Apogee Stage speakers Apogee Stages were a stereophile recommended component. I owned a pair for a short while. Stereophile recommended Classe amplifiers for use with the Stages. I was using them with a pair of VAC PA 90 monoblocks. They were very sweet sounding with t... | |
| If you had to pay full retail, would you...??? Music Direct will discount to repeat customers. They also have really great vinyl for sale. They have an abundance of affordable tweaks, and a knowledgable and friendly sales staff. They also provide excellent shipping and service. This is why the... | |
| Time for new tubes.. which ones? My all time favorite 12AX7 tube is Telefunken smooth plate. For 6922, I have had good luck with Siemens. I think you need to try different brands in your own gear to decide what suits you the best. I would choose a good tube seller. I have had exc... | |
| Interconnect Recommendations Maybe a used pair of FMS Microwave 2. or the more expensive Nexus line. | |
| Top ten tube amps Vac PHI 300 | |
| "magic" stampers? I chose to stop receiving his emails. He has a tendancy to pontificate. |