lalitk
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| Is the B&W 802d3 a significant upgrade over the 804d3 + powerful sub? “I am 80% home theater and 20% music.”I would keep the 804D3 based on above statement. If this would have been other way around, you can easily justify the upgrade to 802d3. If you feel you’re lacking the bottom end with 804D3, then I recommend to... | |
| A23 Cables @jperry,You’re right, both Auditorium A23 and Shindo Silver Interconnects uses light weight wire with Switchcraft connectors, hence the recommendation from dealer network to use them with Shindo equipment. Late Mr. Ken Shindo used only old-style S... | |
| A23 Cables OP,Congrats on your preamp purchase. Take a look at Audio Envy’s Prestige IC’s. I am currently using this cable between my Monbrison and my 300B SET mono’s. The Prestige will let you hear the true characteristics of your wonderful pre and amp. You... | |
| Getting the most out of streamed video: Netflix and Plex (with NVIDIA Shield Pro?) @auxinput,Thanks for your recommendation on Zidoo UHD2000. It would be interesting to compare this with my Apple TV 4K. For now, Apple TV 4K does a great job of providing access to Netflix, Amazon Prime, YouTube (my top 3) channels. | |
| Waht is the best streamer for the money under $2500 (no DAC or storage required). Another vote for Aurender. I highly recommend N100SC, it’s slightly over your budget but it’s outstanding sound and superb Conductor app far outweighs the competition. | |
| Is room treatment a science? Duke,Thanks for sharing the two article, very informative indeed. Anyone serious about audio should address room acoustics before they think of upgrading their components. GIK Acoustics value driven products and their true desire to help their cus... | |
| Lamm pre amp Shindo Monbrison (sorry no remote) but it’s one of the best preamp money can buy, used or new. Word of caution, once you hear the ‘house’ sound of Shindo, you’re done for life. | |
| I Think I Am Becoming An Audiophile “I've come to the conclusion that the better the system, the closer to the music we get. And, that's what the hobby is all about ... the music”Well said, Frank. I find myself enjoying and exploring more and more music (Qobuz). Then there is that i... | |
| Is room treatment a science? Another vote for GIK Acoustics and their invaluable advise. They have wide variety of Acoustic panels, basic panels are inexpensive and well made. IMO, they far outweighs the DIY panels. I did my room in two phases and couldn’t be any happier with... | |
| Center speaker placement? Mounting a center channel speaker on top of TV is a bad idea. Look for a entertainment stand with center channel shelf. Check out Salamander Designs. I have two stands from their Synergy collection, very high WAF 😊https://www.salamanderdesigns.com... | |
| Aurender Conductor occasionally will not play next song.... If rebooting app doesn’t help, I would reach out to Aurender support for further assistance. | |
| Power Cable Suggestions The most absurd and meaningless analogy I’ve read....power cord is to amplifier as gas pump hose is to car! Pangea cords....I wouldn’t use them even if they were given to me free, enough said! @dnb4, Sorry you had to endure the banter from one of ... | |
| Downfiring subs on carpet? I recommend installing one of these Auralex Acoustics SubDude Subwoofer Acoustic Isolation Platform underneath your sub. Very effective in reducing floor borne vibrations and helps tighten the bass. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00COVEJ1E/ref... | |
| Some basic computer audio questions Alternatively try a dedicated audio streamer like Bluesound Node 2i and see if that provides audible improvements in your audio system. It’s available online and comes with 30 days return policy. | |
| Zu Druid vs Tannoy Prestige or Classic.. need your help @brm1 I agree with your assessment, Tannoy’s are all about music and conveying ‘emotions’ like no other speaker, IME. If you don’t mind the old fashioned look, Turnberry’s can easily be your speakers for life unless you decide to step up in Presti... |