kennyc
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| 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 | |
| There Is Nothing Like the Real Thing - Our State of the Art There are many presentations in high-end audio. There’s the “fool you it’s real” using very transparent components, dropping the noise floor (better components, room treatments, ac conditioner, filters…). There are “musical” speakers like Devore... | |
| am I missing something? @marcfrenette - it’s great you find satisfaction in your system, but your question of “better” is a subjective one that can only be answered by you by demoing other gear. However, you may develop discontentment leading to further purchases. Chec... | |
| There Is Nothing Like the Real Thing - Our State of the Art If one looks at the steps of recording and playback, it seems a miracle that it can sound fairly real. But trying to chase “real” in one’s audio chain can be foolhardy if expectations aren’t realistic (poor recordings, difficult room..), it’s muc... | |
| Synergistic Research FEQ Carbon I heard the FEQ at an audio show. It seems to condition the air so the music was more coherent - the individual musical parts come together. The sonic uptick leads to deeper involvement, worth the price. There seems to be similar products from ... | |
| What Holiday Gifts did you ask for or Give to Yourself? The Beatles - 1964 US Albums (In Mono) | |
| Looking for a new phon cartridge Yes, retipping a Koetsu may be a challenge. Luckily, my Rosewood SigPlat and Coralstone D have very low hours. | |
| Kuzma 4 point 9” or 313VTA I reached for a 4point11 because it offers high price/performance, I’d have to spend 10k+ to beat it. Plenty of very positive reviews. agree- ask a dealer for sonic differences | |
| Looking for a new phon cartridge +1 Koetsu Rosewood maybe Grado | |
| ??? What Is The MOST Expensive System You Ever Heard ??? What Was Your Opinion ??? +1 @tom2015 - demoed many systems at audio shows and showrooms. MBL consistently sounds great, especially the 101 and above. I’m thinking the 120/126 might be good for a shared space like a family room. The Gryphon Commander+Apex combo sounded ... | |
| How do you decide what to listen to? Same old stuff? Radio. I have a vintage Kenwood FM tuner I have to send in for a complete check-up before running. I haven't figured out the antennae, roof installation? No way, and yet, in pursuit of better sonics.... | |
| Will an Amp change improve my system ? Hegel and Harbeth have great sonic synergy, I'm thinking about getting the Hegel H400 + Harbeth m30.2 xd combo someday. | |
| Retirement integrated amp for a “fiscal conservative” There’s a used Aesthetix Mimas here | |
| Retirement integrated amp for a “fiscal conservative” Maybe: PrimaLuna EVO 300 Hybrid Integrated - tube pre, SS amp LAB12 Integre4 - 4x KT150 power tubes but great sonic performance Krell K-300i solid state which has sliding ibias for midrange warmth. |