kahlenz
Responses from kahlenz
| Difference in sound using different carts when digitizing vinyl record? I currently have two turntables and a handful of cartridges. Both 'tables are decent (both under $2k) and the cartridges vary in price, but all under $1k. The cartridges present all different kinds of flavors. I can barely tell the difference b... | |
| What is the fascination? If you want to buy a new turntable, fine. I choose to use my superior intellect and arcane knowledge to identify a dusty old turntable from a grandfather's closet, cleverly re-engineer several parts, and install a vintage cart with a custom stylu... | |
| Where to put one's best power cords?? 1. Wherever it sounds best.2. Wherever it looks best.3. Wherever it fits. | |
| I'm still mystified... OK. Don't buy. Sounds like a good solution. | |
| New audio setup? You don't need the Schiit. And I'd pack up the turntable unless you have developed a record obsession (apparently not, because you cannot even use the thing in your current set up).Plug in your phone. | |
| For those of us over 60.. Ramones.No talent, couldn't sing, nailed it! | |
| CD ripping for the lower end. I RIP using iTunes to Apple Lossless (ALAC). I use Apple Airport Express and Apple TV (and, recently, Google Chromecast Audio) devices with digital out direct to DAC. I can run my system from my laptop, iPad, or phone. The wireless digital sign... | |
| Switched from RCA to XLR Interconnects - WOW I use balanced connections in many Pro Audio applications to great effect. In my home systems, I found balanced connections (when available) improved the sound in certain situations where the cable placement was compromised. I am currently using... | |
| Best $40 I've spent...maybe ever I unconnected all my cables, cleaned everything and applied DeoxIT according to the directions, then plugged everything back in. Granted, everything seemed pretty clean to begin with, and none of my connections was over a couple of years old, but... | |
| How do you store and catalog your vinyl? My previous reply was maybe a bit fallacious. Truthfully, I divide my albums into "classical", "jazz", "rock" and "folk" music. I also have a "new album" section, and a "current interest" section, which are somewhat intermingled. I have a small... | |
| How do you store and catalog your vinyl? I create a relational database that ties in to online meta-data sources, then I painstakingly scan my album art and create tags for music category, performers, composers, production information, release dates, etc. When I want to listen to an alb... | |
| How do you move HEAVY speakers with sharp spikes without lifting? You can try replacing the spikes with carriage bolts (round headed, make sure they are then same thread). I use them with my Sound Anchor stands so I can move my speakers Harbeth P3esr) into the room for better sound. Of course, I'm not dealing ... | |
| Is there actually a difference? vtvmtodvm: In other words, perhaps, all amps that have the same characteristics and work within a prescribed set of specifications sound the same.However, different amps with different characteristics and different specifications will sound diffe... | |
| Is there actually a difference? There is a difference. Most systems benefit from having an amplifier that has characteristics that optimize the sound of the speakers (in your room, playing the music you listen to, at volumes you are comfortable with).Your listening habits, room ... | |
| Small or large sub for music I'm using a single small REL t5si sub with my Harbeth P3esr speakers. I moved it around the floor until I got a good sound. Running the speakers full range and I keep the crossover on the sub set fairly low. The sub volume is also very low. It... |