just_asking
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| Luxman C-02 remote? And sound signature I disconnected the c-02 pre-amp, the sound is rewarding again. i guess specifications are not the ultimate determination of great sound. In this case, the R-117 integrated preamp and amp seem to bring out the best in each other. I have a decent... | |
| Luxman C-02 remote? And sound signature Great and pragmatic advice. Big time thank you. | |
| ADS SAT-6 Thx Glenn. I think I just needed someone to temper my zeal. They were selling for $200 so it was tempting and surprised not to find any meaningful content or opinions on line. The only other set fir same item was $799 ( no interest, but they looke... | |
| Bluetooth vs Turntable Recommendations Audio Engine B-1 is a solid performer (was using it for 4 years) but lots of products and technical changes in industry since its introduction. I have an iFi Zen Stream ($399 overpriced)so using wifi now and connected to a good value Geshelli Jno... | |
| IFi Zen Stream with Qobuz I bought Zen Stream because of its multiple connectivity options and that it Did Not have a DAC. Wholeheartedly agree with @soix re extenders. I have 2 of ATT version in c/w 1000 mbps service. After scores of failed set up attempts I contacted ... | |
| Ancient History ADS This group is impressive and genuine in supporting inquiries. Thank you to all. | |
| Who uses ADS Speakers Bstbomber. I have only owned the 200’s in my honda civic and still use my L780/2. For a fairly compact speaker the low frequencies are surprisingly present and the mids and highs are still impressive. Sometimes i just play Jimi’s Little Wing just ... | |
| Subwoofer connection to Luxman R-117? Thanks so much for taking the time to offer direct advice and clarificationFull sub model is Paradigm PS1000 v3. Upon further inspection I discovered I am technically inept. I errantly described the cable I explained in original post. The interco... | |
| Whats on your turntable tonight? Sunday- Not everybody’s cup of tea, but Captain Beefheart - Clear Spot, Tull - thick as a brick. Zappa-Grand Wazoo. Wife and kids found some (any) place to go within 15 minutes. | |
| Older B&w 805 (N or S) vs new 705 S3 This is a genuinely helpful group. Thx to all. | |
| Suggest one obsure album we all should hear If I go back to the 70’s, an obscure LP that is great “ease into the day” music (or possibly hookah bar happy hour) is Sopwith Camel; The Miraculous Hump Returns from the Moon. Hard to describe but enjoyably cool at first listen and repeatedly so.... | |
| Older B&w 805 (N or S) vs new 705 S3 Thx to all for the input and for ignoring my S3 fat finger typo in the headline. |