kotta
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| Step up from NAD PP2 I have owned plenty of int. amps over the yrs. (Brio 3, B-60, Arcam 10 and 7, Nad 302/314 and many more.) How good of a built in phono stage depends. A stand alone phono pre-amp in many cases will sound better. But you have the simplicity...If you... | |
| Step up from NAD PP2 There's a Creek OBH-8 for sale and I'd give that a try. I own the OBH-8SE which has the larger power supply and it is very enjoyable to listen to. (Presently using older Project TT w/stock Oyster Cart.) I had the Sumiko Phono Box (Original version... | |
| Volume problem with Passive Preamp Buy an amp which you could adjust the L/R sensitivity. (Such as certain Rotel amps.) I had the same issue w/ a Nakamichi pre-amp as well. | |
| Inexpensive CD Player Having owned an 855 and enjoyed it greatly, I'm presently using a Rotel RCD-971. You should be able to find a used one under $300. A better sounding CDP in all respects. Also, I like the fact it's a compact unit height wise. Exc. built quality and... | |
| New Integrated or Older Power amp? I've heard really good things about the C326 BEE and to be honest w/you I'm tempted getting one. A tough call. I remember one time I talked w/a high end dealer and they said the NAD C270/C162 was a really good combination. You'll spend less w/an i... | |
| New Integrated or Older Power amp? IMO, it's more of function of the power amp. It's running out of steam. The more powerful an amp, the sound presentation will become "relaxed" esp. at higher volumn. The bass will become deeper and fuller. You may be shocked at how much better you... | |
| Replace vintage NAD 7020? I owned Snell E-III's and I will say they were a completely different sounding spk. when I introduced a powerful amp in the system (Bryston 4B-ST)! I presently own a little NAD 302 which is similiar in power to your 7020. This is a GREAT sounding ... | |
| New Integrated or Older Power amp? Well, if you decide to keep the receiver, there are things you can do to improve the sound. I'd personally add the sep. dedicated amp and use the receiver for it's pre-amp/tuner sections. It will save you some $ and you could later add a seperate ... | |
| Going down Need help with cheap integrated amp Very interesting question! I own a little 302 w/402 tuner and 521i CDP which sounds most excellent. Unfortunately, haven't compared a newer NAD int. amp offering against the 302. Hope someone offers more insight and you find something which meets ... | |
| Help a confused newbie build his first setup... The spk. will determine what type of amp you'll need. Generally, bookshelf spks are less effeciant and req. a good stand. Each have their advantages and disadvantages. As someone has already said, great pieces of equipment need other great pieces ... | |
| Grounding Rod The tester you're talking about is also known as a "proximity" tester. A GREAT tool which everyone should buy if they're working around electricity. Just put the tip next to the wire and it will tell you by a "Ticking" sound and lights whether a w... | |
| Upgrade Amp or Speaker for 2 channel? I personally would not trade-in your spks. for the newer version of the same spk. and pay $2200! There's alot of real nice used spks. you could buy on AudioGon for 2K+. Not familiar w/your amp, but if you like the way your present spks. sound/look... | |
| Replacement Plasma Cord, Shielding??? If all you're trying to do is get a longer PC, I'm sure if you check the internet, an electronic parts supply co. should have a sheilded right angle PC. However, I will say, changing out the factory suppied PC's on all my equipent has yielded impr... | |
| Happy Birthday Neil Young What a great artist! I only wish Sirius radio would dedicate a channel solely to his songs. That would be awesome! | |
| Paradigm Studio 60 V5 Fingernails on Chalkboard How many hrs. of use does the spks. have them? Also, everytime you move cables around it takes awhile to settle down and the sound will get less edgy and bass should improve. What cables are you using? My gut feeling is that the Denon is no where ... |