kurt_tank
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| If boulder is tops what is second tier? Well since you mentioned the ASR Basis Exclusive, I will provide some input on that particular phono preamp, and how it relates to one or two of the other phono preamps referred to by one of the others.The ASR is the best phono preamp I have heard... | |
| 25' balanced ic that a mere mortal can afford? You state that you are moving your phono system away from your speakers. This indicates that the rest of the stereo is staying where it is, correct? If so, I assume you are moving the phono preamp too. (If not, you should, as a 25 foot run from th... | |
| Audiophile Boom Box? Here is a link to an Audiophile Boom box made by a very reputable outfit!:-) Levinsun's Audiophile Boom Box! | |
| Hi-Fi in Bay Area? 4yanx,I think the major bone of contention is that you state:"The treatment there can be indifferent, at best, and extremely rude at worst."This means, at least to me, that the BEST one can hope to be treated, is with "indifference". I completely ... | |
| Hi-Fi in Bay Area? 4yanx,I disagree, (as I have in the past), with your assertion that the treatment at The Analog Room is indifferent "at best". I won't dispute that at its worst, it can be rude, although certainly no more rude than EVERY other high end dealer can ... | |
| Hi-Fi in Bay Area? I agree with Skipclemmons, that The Analog Room is worth the trip to San Jose, by itself. (Really easy Freeway access too!)They have the Brinkman Turntable you are looking for, as well as Basis, Nottingham and the others that were mentioned. (Alon... | |
| Vinyl reviews website You might also want to advertise this web site on the Vinyl board at Audio Asylum.They are very passionate about vinyl as well.(But then again, perhaps not, and for that very reason.):-)Good Luck! | |
| How to ship my speakers out of state A couple words of advice, from a both a fellow Studio owner and one who has shipped speakers before:One, put both speaker boxes together, and wrap up with sturdy packing tape, to ensure they can not get separated.Two, put the speakers on a pallet,... | |
| Smoking Buds Yeah, usually when smoking buds, I tend to just sit on the couch rather than run, although I'm usually listening to some tunes. Sometimes I get up and run to the refridgerator, as I get the munchies. :-)Alright Warren, what the heck are you talkin... | |
| Can I expect to pay full retail for a new system? Remember, this is YOUR money that you are spending, so if you are smart enough to negociate a better deal, good for you. (Don't worry about the dealer, they'll take care of themselves! If they don't like the offer, they'll refuse it.) I don't thin... | |
| task lighting suggestions I have two stereo racks.One is short, that my turntable sits on, and the other is tall, that holds all my other gear (Preamp, CD Player, SACD player, CD Recorder, Tuner).I clamp on one of the little Ikea lamps (see link below) onto the top shelf (... | |
| What is your favorite blog? Assuming that you define blog as:"A Web page that serves as a publicly accessible personal journal for an individual."(Rather than merely any website, which would include commercial websites such as Audiogon or AudioAsylum.)My choice would be: 10A... | |
| Tube amp for Avalon Eidolon ? Well, since this thread is still being posted to, I figure I should update my post.My friend has since moved on from the VTL MB-450s to the (hybrid) Lamm M2.2s. While the printed power rating of the M2.2s @ 220 wpc is about half of the VTLs, the s... | |
| Basis 1400 TT vs Clearaudio Emotion Well, they are very similar turntables.Both are well built, and have a similar sound.Both are a little light in the bass dept., but otherwise a fine table for the money.(I started out with the Basis 1400, with the RB300 arm, and my friend has the ... | |
| What bests the Consonance Droplet Another option would be the Resolution Audio Opus 21.Used, about the same price.Very nice, almost analog sound.(The only unit I have heard that clearly bests the Opus 21 is the Audio Aero Capitole II, which sounds even more analog like.)As you can... |