kren0006
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| Streamers and bit rot. Interesting discussion. The triangle tug-of-war between 1) wanting best sound now; 2) not wanting to be stuck with something too-early obsolete; and 3) realizing life is short and everything eventually becomes obsolete. | |
| What could be the differences between the Spendor A4 and A7 in terms of sound quality? I assume that it’s just an appearance thing. Can’t imagine that would affect sound. Just looks kinda strange to me. Minor detail | |
| What could be the differences between the Spendor A4 and A7 in terms of sound quality? I’d think PrimaLuna would sound nice with A series, but haven’t heard it to verify.FWIW, I use Audio Research DSI200 integrated amp with my D7’s.I think both the A and D series are not too difficult to drive; pretty easy impedance curves as noted;... | |
| What could be the differences between the Spendor A4 and A7 in terms of sound quality? Hi,I’ve auditioned both A4 and A7 before going with D7 for my main system (love them). I don’t recall now which electronics were used in the demo (it was about a year ago), but if I had to guess it was likely an Ayre integrated amp and a CD player... | |
| Bluesound Powernode 2i vs Bel Canto C5i I own a Powernode 2 and have auditioned the bel canto c5i. If I were you I think I’d stick with what you have. To be fair, the bel canto costs double what the Powernode does. Details: I’ve used Powernode with my low cost NHT and $2k Spendor booksh... | |
| Would like advice on upgrading entry level system That said, agree Yam 2100 probably a different class level then that marantz if you don't mind spending the additional $$. Another one I'm considering is Hegel H90.Good luck - | |
| Would like advice on upgrading entry level system Take a look at the new marantz pm7000n. You get built in streamer/dac with AK 4490 dac chips and native tidal support plus a ton of other features for $1k new. The HEOS interface that runs on phone or tablet to control the streaming works well. I’... | |
| Spendor SA1 vs Harbeth P3ESR Well I really like my SA1’s, but I haven’t heard the Harbeths so can’t compare the two.I’ve got the zebrano finish SA1’s, and they look really good, with grills on or off. They sound fantastic, but then I’m a Spendor guy. I’m using them in a small... | |
| Which one? Paradigm persona 3f, Revel Studio2, Audiosolution Figaro L, Goldenear reference He answers that if you read his post carefully | |
| Help building first tube system. My budget was similar to yours, although I started with a smaller budget but then had to adjust upwards when I fell in love with a set of speakers.For my $22k main rig, I put $10k in speakers/sub, $6k in integrated amp, $2k in source/dac/streamer ... | |
| Which one? Paradigm persona 3f, Revel Studio2, Audiosolution Figaro L, Goldenear reference OP, of those you mention on your list, I've listened to the Persona's, GE's, and Olympica's at dealer setups. For me the Olympica's were the winners from that group, but I like a more neutral to musical sound than you appear to from your brief me... | |
| Which one? Paradigm persona 3f, Revel Studio2, Audiosolution Figaro L, Goldenear reference Actually if OP likes brightness in the highs and good looks, the Persona 3f might be perfect for OP. They are pretty stylish and definitely a forward sounding speaker. | |
| Streamers - Cambridge Audio CXN (V2) or Blue Node 2i That is great to hear, OP. I'm also considering a CA streamer/dac for my bedroom system and have no realistic way of running Ethernet to that spot. Exactly what I was hoping you'd say, thanks!! | |
| Streamers - Cambridge Audio CXN (V2) or Blue Node 2i OP,Are you using Ethernet or WiFi to stream the internet radio into the Cambridge?Wondering also if you’ve tried both options (Ethernet and WiFi) and could discuss differences?? | |
| Suggestions for a top flight streamer/Dac around the $2000 mark? Yep, for sure. Since this is a $2k-ish thread (see title), can say that I currently own and regularly use 4 such products across different installations (Teac, marantz, Integra, Bluesound) and from my posts here you know my overwhelming favorite b... |