knighttodd

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Has Anyone Ever Run TWO Identical Pairs of Speakers ?
I use two separate speaker pairs. ML Motion 60 XTI and GE Triton Reference. I also run them through two separate Amplifier's. PL EVO 400 and Parasound A21+. The music is fantastic no matter what you are listening to. Clear, detailed no crossing of... 
Half speed masters. Are they worth the extra scratch?
Thanks to everyone for the input. I can definitely tell the difference between the master, original and streaming. Special thanks to @oldhvymc for explaining the purpose of the strobe. I will invest in a few albums that I like to listenin to their... 
Dazed and confused about streamer upgrade
I have an Aurender n100 sc. It is good and sounds better than the blue node that I have. But I also tried a Cambridge Audio cxn v2 and it sounds just as good as the Aurender. More versatile and the dac is pretty good also. $1100.00.  The Aurender ... 
Half speed masters. Are they worth the extra scratch?
Thanks oldhvymec. That's the answer I was looking for. Information for the rest of the group. 
Half speed masters. Are they worth the extra scratch?
No, the TT has been checked out by the tech. He says it's in perfect condition. I just notice when set at 45rpm the strobe moves slightly. Does not hold steady like when on 33.  
Half speed masters. Are they worth the extra scratch?
It's a 2 disc set done at Abbey Road with letter of certification. I will try the paper disc. I have it on 45 but the strobe I guess is only correct playing a 45. Maybe it's timeing is off a little for 45 rpm as it still moves a little at maximum ... 
Half speed masters. Are they worth the extra scratch?
If I play at normal speed of 33 1/3 it doesn't sound right. To slow. So I have to put it on 45 to get close to normal sound. Everything I read says play back should be at 331/3 but speed is not right. 
Half speed masters. Are they worth the extra scratch?
I guess what I'm asking is I only have 2 settings 33 1/3 and 45. I have a strobe light to tell me if the table is turning to fast or slow. I don't have setting to run half of 33 1/3. When I run it on 45rpm it sounds normal but my strobe won't tell... 
What is better, analog or digital?
So I'm going to put it to the test. Just rebuilt my Pioneer PL 530 TT. Bought a Sutherland Insight PS with upgraded LPS. What cartridge should I use for playing mostly rock and 60's and 70's music? Preamplifier is AR Ls28se, Amp is PL Evo 400, GE ... 
WHAT IS THE MOST UNIQUE SONG THAT YOU HAVE EVER HEARD?
Madman Fischer- Merry-go-round 
The Absurdity of it All
I started in 68 with an old RCA turntable with built in speakers. I was 10. Listened to all analog music. Built myself a kick-ass digital to analog system only to be listening to everything thru digital hearing aids. But I made it sound the way I ... 
All things being equal (hypothetical) which do you prefer, XLR or RCA?
I agree with dave_b. I have even noticed a big difference using an XLR  jumper from RCA too XLR. 
The two most common mistakes are bass and treble
I have a pair of Martin Logan Motion 60 XT driven by an Parasound A21+. The ML are 4ohm. The paring makes awesome bass even at 65-75 dbl. 
Reccomend a good preamp for me.
I like my Audio Research Ls28se, 4 balanced in and 4 RCA.  2 outputs for 2 amps. Sound is very nice with SS or Tubes. I use a PS A21+ or PL EVO 400. 
Best DAC / Budget
The Audio Mirror is too laid back. Try an RME ADI2 Dac Fs. Put it on the nos filter and adjust it for your preference. About 1200.00 it sounds fantastic. Order thru Amazon and get 30 day money back. You owe it to yourself to try it.