jonwolfpell

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??? WHY WHY WHY ??? Class A vs Everything Else
I agree on class A generally sounding better than most other types of amps. Years ago I had a White Audio Labs 100 watt / side class A power amp & it sounded really nice but of course was a beast & drew 5 amps at all times much of which we... 
What is the most overlooked consideration?
For myself, build quality / proven reliability is of the utmost importance. Then after requirement is met ( hopefully), sound quality that brings you closest to live music.    I can’t be bothered by finicky, questionably made products & shipp... 
How much power needed to drive 91db speakers?
As others have mentioned, power requirements also depend on the size of your room & volumes you enjoy. In addition, the type of music is a consideration. Quieter acoustic music generally uses little watts but music w/ big dynamics and / or big... 
Band/artist documentaries.
“If You Could Read My Mind” about Gordon Lightfoot on Amazon Prime is really good. Gordon narrates most of it himself & is very honest about his life. He’s one of the greatest singer / songwriters ever.   
We Need To Talk About Ones And Zeroes
The analog output sections in DACS have a huge effect on the final sound quality of the digital sources. The quality of the transformers & other parts used as well as the circuit board’s & physical candy’s including their feet & isolat... 
Integrated that blew you away
I really enjoy my Roger’s High Fidelity EHF 200 Mark II integrated. It’s very powerful at 100+  watts / channel in full class A operation so it dies put out plenty of heat. Sounds excellent w/ great bass & a big, rich sound w/ lots of air &... 
OT: Espresso machines
I have & enjoy the Rancillio Silvia Pro X. It’s the real deal, made in Italy, about $2000. High quality single head machine w/ two boilers like all quality machines have. It’s simple, works very well, not too big but pretty heavy. Definitely w... 
Speakers for leading edge, transients, speed and big sound
I second Volti Rivals. I value those loudspeaker traits also & they fill my pretty big room (a little over 6000 cu ft) w/ ease & sound excellent & close to live music. Beyond their speed, dynamics & big sound, they also image  quit... 
Revel F36 or Dali Oberon 7
I don’t know what you’re actual expectations are but if your looking to fill a big room at reasonably high sound pressure levels w/ a full bottom end & smooth mid range & treble etc., I doubt a $2000 pair of speakers will suffice even used... 
Favorite Song Lyrics of All Time. What Say You?
Any one of a dozen of Gordon Lighfoot songs. I think he’s amongst the best songwriters of all time.  
Is it possible to find a good DAC for under $50, 000?
Wow! Impressive presentation & command of speaking w/ lithe or no “ timing errors”…. Seriously, obviously a very intelligent man & very well spoken!    I do wonder how the differences & details he outlined might be different using  a ... 
"audiophiles listen to their equipment"
The “better” the system is, the more it gets out of the way  & lets the musical artists & sometimes the recording & mastering engineers talents to shine through. It is more “faithful” to the original recording.  While I can & do e... 
??? Listening Levels & Musical Styles ???
Peter Walker of Quad fame maintained that there was a specific correct playback level for every recording in order for it to sound correct. He knew a thing or two about music reproduction. The midrange of Quad ESL’s is still the standard which all... 
Are there any recording artists you just can’t listen too?
Pretty much all country after 1990 is junk imo & the really rear ones were before 1970.   
Looking for a new DAC
Bricasti equipment is top notch & they sound great at all their price points. They’re all tight, clean & highly detailed w/ enormous sound stage without being harsh or bright. These qualities just become more so as you move up the line. Th...