jvogt
Responses from jvogt
| Question RE ML336 vs. Omicron l & ll vs. Pass X350 I'm using an ML 335 with Magnepan 1.6QR's. It offersexcellent bass control, transparency and a soundstagewith three-dimensionality. Highly recommended. | |
| Thinking about new cartridge The Denon is slightly lower output (mine is .29 mv) butis a superb bargain at $298 through Denon Electronics USA.I'm using mine in an SME IV and it is a terrific match. | |
| Good speakers for Pass Aleph 3? I used to own Soliloquy 5.0 speakers and was pleased withtheir musicality for the size and price. They have amodel which is identical (I think it's the 2A3 or something) but is higher efficiency for use with single ended triode amps and other low ... | |
| Is High End Cable Really Worth It and What Brand I've experimented with many speaker cables, and havea relatively "high-end" system, but I've settled onAlpha-core Goertz MI-2 cables. They are very neutral,with excellent extension at the frequency extremes, andare a bargain to boot. I just sold a... | |
| Directionality for Alphacore Goertz MI 2 cable? The response by Lou is correct. Try the Zobel networkwhich Alpha-core will provide free upon request. Someamplifiers with high negative feedback become unstablewith Goertz cables, and the Zobel will fix the problem.I'm using MI-2 cables with a Mar... | |
| Output voltage of Denon 103 They run 0.25-0.28 mv. A superb cartridge. | |
| What size subwoofer to get? I'm using a Rel Strata III with Magnepans with excellent results. The Rel is very tuneful, with a highly adaptablecrossover network. If will go down to 18Hz flat - howmuch music is below that? I also agree that two smallersubwoofers is usually bet... | |
| Solid state preamp for 1500 used It's an older model, but still highly musical. I soldmine for $1050 about 6 months ago, and the price isincreasing. They're commanding $1300-1500 on eBay. | |
| Levinson owners, what cables are u using? Harmonic Technology Pro-Silway II interconnectsand Alphacore Goertz MI2 speaker cables | |
| Difference between tact rcs2.0 and 2.2x Alexc, I'm using the RCS 2.0 solely as a room correctiondevice, and I'm using the built-in A/D converter forconverting the turntable output to digital. I justsold a Levinson #26 preamp, and am awaiting arrival of a Levinson 380S. In the meantime I... | |
| what speaker cables would you use? Alphacore Goertz have a high performance-to-priceratio. I previously used Kimber 8TC and I find theGoertz MI2 superior. | |
| Difference between tact rcs2.0 and 2.2x The RCS 2.0 (which I own) is a digital room correction system working in the 24/96 format. The 2.2x is a newerunit which has a separate section for frequency and time correction of a separate subwoofer in addition to the main speakers. Additionall... | |
| Shelter 501 or Denon 103 with SME - Anyone tried ? I'm using a Denon 103D with an SME IV and it is anexcellent match. | |
| Cable for maggie 1.6 I'm using Goertz MI2 with excellent results. They areexcellent, and a bargain. | |
| Advice on building a dedicated listening room. I finished a dedicated listening room in my last house, which had poured concrete floors and walls. I recommendframing all walls with 2X4" studs, and using "fire code"(5/8" thick) sheetrock backed by fiberglass batts betweenthe studs. I'd also rec... |