jpan
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| How much do I need to spend to make vinyl sound better than digital? The issues you describe sound like it could be a less-than-optimized set-up. My guess is that if you haven’t spent the time to fine-tune your table set up, then that’s where I’d start. Now, perhaps your particular model doesn’t allow for much fin... | |
| Will AI. Minimize the Design differences of audio It may not minimize the difference in designs. Some people love SETs, some like ribbons, others only a uni-pivot will do. I think AI will allow for better, far more accurate analysis, and therefore a better output of a given design. Throw in impro... | |
| For Those Who Are Unaware of The Cable Company I’ve worked with Peter (now with Audio Group Denmark) and John at the Cable Co. I’ve always been treated like a partner and valued their recommendations. I think Peter was a bit biased towards Synergistic (I think he worked there). John was a litt... | |
| Have you reached your end point with this addictive hobby? Yes but only because money’s too tight to mention. I feel fortunate, however, because my system has never, ever been better. So the break from contemplating “what’s next” has been an eye (ear?) opener. I’ve been forced to deeply consider what I’m ... | |
| Hana Umami Red review @oceanica Thanks for the detailed review and follow up. I have the Hana Umami Red as well. It’s a great cartridge. Punches above its weight. It’s a nice feeling when you get the value matches the price and exceeds expectations. I was a Lyra g... | |
| The best opening act you've ever seen & heard? Sonic Youth opening for REM in 1988. The crowd did not know what hit them. I was blown away. | |
| Are there any recording artists you just can’t listen too? Fun post. For me it’s Pearl Jam and specifically Eddie Vedder. I tried. But I just can’t. | |
| Anybody having trouble getting near-your-asking-price for used gear ? (Plz. no hype) It’s supply and demand coupled with basically zero barrier to entry when it comes time to sell something. Look at how many new brands and new products from existing companies come out each year. I’m amazed sometimes at the sheer number of new ite... | |
| Best $10-15K bookshelf speaker? These: Borresen Marten Voxativ Aurai Audio | |
| Multiple subwoofers work wonders @tcutter thank you! | |
| Multiple subwoofers work wonders +1 distributed bass array (James Romeyn's version as well) not to derail the topic, but I gotta ask: how do you like your Vinnie Rossi pre w/ your XA60.8s??? | |
| Balanced vs RCA preamps A word of caution. Just because there’s an XLR connection does not mean it is a truly balanced circuit. I’ve seen many implementations where it’s actually a single ended circuit transmitted via XLR connectors. @rwwear — is that sarcasm? | |
| Dumb question......why do you need a preamp? An integrated can be enough. It depends on what you want and your budget. Generally speaking you’ll get more out of separates. RE: active vs. passive - I’d like counter that a passive “preamp” can be better. It sure has been a revelation in my s... | |
| Does anyone listen to the radio anymore? @moto_man college radio or free form is the answer to keeping it fresh and interesting. You can stream it or go terrestrial if you can pick it up. Either way it’s a fun way to hear new things and surprise yourself. Or hear some of your favorite ... | |
| Does anyone listen to the radio anymore? Yes, quite often (in the car, garage, etc). KALX 90.7 in the great state of Berkeley Favorite DJs: Berkestir, Control Issues, Excuse My French, Kowalski, Rare Earth, Sex 14s, Tumble Weed, and Vernal Pools |