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| Neutral preamplifier recommendation $1K new A used Audio Alchemy DDP-1 is a fantastic choice - Peter Madnick a top audiophile engineer with extensive contributions to many top audiophile companies including Constellation, Elac, and MoFi. Cannot find other non-tube preamps in that price po... | |
| How much dirt is too much dirt Everyone's power situation is unique, some cleaner than others. Conditioners very in effectiveness, likely a high quality conditioner will make a significantly noticeable positive sonic difference. to be worthwhile? @wlutke only "you" can... | |
| WHAT ARE THE DIFFERENCES BETWEEN YOUR CHEAPEST SYSTEM VS. MOST EXPENSIVE SYSTEM? My high-end audio system was a bucket list item, so instead of progression over time I eventually tried to begin my journey with near end-game components to cut time. I also started a second system for flea watt exploration. | |
| Found A Roon Core Streamer Only Solution with Top Notch Sound Quality @jbhiller thanks for sharing. I purchased a streamer/DAC so need a room core connected elsewhere on my network. originally, I started with a Terminator DAC and then purchased an Mscaler and Zenith mk3 for a future DAC upgrade. But I got a fanta... | |
| Which sounds better 2 way or 3 way speaker design I am under the impression, (which I may be incorrect) that a three way design is superior to a 2 way design. Wrong - it’s the quality of the parts and implementation. Some crossovers are done extremely well they seem seamless. More cross... | |
| The Folly of Chasing Nostalgia and the Reality of the Room @neonknight Since we are talking about follies, I built an expensive analog+digital system, but with no room for them 🙄. Boxes in garage and living room - wife not happy. To complicate things, we need to remodel kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and change... | |
| Upgrade Path from Martin Logan 11A Impressions hybrid loudspeaker @kjl1065 I’m not familiar with your 3 choices, but +1 Joseph Audio Perspectives. Perlisten Audio and Monitor Audio speakers are another solid option with lots of very positive reviews. For high efficiency I’d choose Volti. | |
| Am I crazy to upgrade? I believe the concern the speakers are working if you are buying second hand “used”, then it’s best to demo before purchasing. It doesn’t apply to brand new as the warranty is implied. @mopowah - seems you are getting very large speakers, so my ... | |
| The HARD ROCK & HEAVY METAL Thread Continued AI definition: ”While "heavy rock" can sometimes be used interchangeably with "metal," generally, "metal" is considered a heavier and more aggressive subgenre of rock, often featuring more distorted guitar tones, faster tempos, darker lyrical the... | |
| How do you decide what to listen to? Same old stuff? @emergingsoul Perhaps try my bucket list item to revisit all songs on the 50s-70s Top 40/100 radio lists to discover forgotten songs. | |
| MusicDirect,, Looking for bait? | |
| Recommended amplification ….those who say more power equals better sound… It’s wise to match amplification and speakers, both technically and sonically. | |
| Yamaha NS 5000 Sometimes it takes a looooong time to save enough for gear | |
| Doozy of an amp question @roxy1927 Agree that best to demo as your subjective personal preferences is very important in light of the funds you’re committing to the purchase. Otherwise you’re gambling. But, if purchased used you can resell then try again. | |
| 2025 Audio System Wish List Time! Roon+Roon core Finalize end game electronics |