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New Bluesound Node – First Impressions
If you were to upgrade, would you connect a DAC to the Node 2i or would you just upgrade the streamer that has a better DAC.  Also you did a blind test would most people hear a significant sound difference and if they heard a difference what would... 
Any good high end shops in Indianapolis?
Try Albert Sportis at Precision Audio and Video in Chicago.  I purchased two REL subs on the phone and I not only saved some money but the experience was just terrific.  He is someone to trust.  Tell him I sent you. 
New Bluesound Node – First Impressions
When I purchased my Node 2i the dealer convinced me to purchase a Project 2 DAC.  When I got it home I felt the DAC made the sound too thin.  I also wanted to play MQA via Tidal.  Maybe MQA is a gimmick, but there must be a reason why they offer t... 
Best bang for buck integrated amp for $500
Perhaps a garage sale! 
Single vs. Dual Subs
I feel a pair of subs help to develop the sound stage.  They can even clean up the mids. 
Old Amps that can still Kick Butt
Perhaps it boils down to what matches your speakers? 
I had a few drinks and bought some speakers, I've now sobered up
I tried to like the Focal 948’s.  However, I kept thinking where is the bass.  I am not a huge fan of Focal speakers.How big is your room?I listened to a pair of Salk Song3 Encore’s at the RMAF and I was really blown away.  They cost about $6,000 ... 
WHAT IS THE MOST TOUCHY SONG THAT YOU HAVE EVER HEARD?
I Magnum Mysterium By:  Louridsen  
Help selecting a power cord.
I just can’t believe a power cord can much or any improvement.  I would be curious if you could hear a difference with blind testing. 
Speaker size and soundstage
I noticed a significant change when moving my towers away from the wall.  However, the biggest charge came after adding a pair of Rel S2 Sho subs.  The key is to dial the subs in with the correct crossover and to dial in the volume.  I think the m... 
You mean someone buys this stuff?
It must be wireless.  A toddler would have a hay day! 
Considering an integrated
It depends if you want to use with TV as well as 2 channel stereo.  I like my ARCAM.There are some great integrated amps out there. I can’t here a difference between integrated and separates.  Integrated amps have gotten a lot better, 
How much reality do you really need?
How do you know if your system sounds like the sound room where it was recorded or how it sounded live?  I think a sound system alters the sound in order to hear what sounds most pleasing to your ear.  The next step is how much are you willing to ... 
Why do people say low power amps should be good for bookshelf speakers?
I have found many of the Magnolia sales people to not know what they are talking about.  This is why I would prefer to talk to a good independent audio dealer. 
Using 2 different brands of interconnects?
I would imagine if you did a blind test you would not be able to detect a difference.  Someone should do this with twenty people present,