larryi
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| SET for Orchestral , Big Band etc. It's not that SETs, per se, can't handle large-scale orchestral music, it's more the case of people trying to couple inappropriate speakers to low-powered SETs. I have no problems with 8 watts of SET power (parallel 2a3s) on 99 db/w efficient spea... | |
| 47 Labs PiTracer I've heard the pitracer coupled to an Audionote DAC-5 signature in two different systems and the systems sounded wonderful. BUT, both transports needed frequent repairs, which means, being sent back to Japan. 47 labs stood behind their products, b... | |
| ZYX Universe and Lyra Titan Richardmr,I won't get into the debate on which is better, because I have not attempted anything close to a controlled comparison -- I can't even offer an opinion based on my own taste, complement of equipment, etc.I can say that I was a long-time ... | |
| Looking for an incredibly dynamic preamplifier For speed and dynamics, I like the Placette Active (I have that as my backup linestage); it is not bad in all other respects. Having heard the Naim 252, I bet the much more expensive 552 would be a winner in this category as well.Among the better ... | |
| placette vs sonic euphoria I agree with Rick that the Active is a step up from the passive unit. The dynamics and sense of energy of the Active is hard to beat. | |
| Has anybody seen or heard the ARS/AURES speakers A few years ago, a local dealer had in the Ars Aures Sol (in referring to the speaker, he shortened the name to the unfortunate, "Ars Sols"). I thought that these were quite nice sounding speakers. They had a reasonably lively sound without being ... | |
| What's your chair ? I have a "Perfect Chair Zero Gravity Recliner." It has a headrest, so, in theory it should not be an ideal listening chair, which should have a low back. But, it is very comfortable, and I really like the way my system sounds even when I use that ... | |
| Yet another "battle of the formats" The opposing camps have been meeting to avoid a war, but it looks like there will be a war. I don't think anyone can say at this point who will emerge on top. Both sides have big movie studios in their camp promising to provide the content. Recent... | |
| Cary 303/300 vs. Audio Aero Capitole CDP The comments above, versus my own opinion, reflect differences in taste and system matching that makes it hard to say how you will react to any component in your system.I like the AA Capitole player a lot. It is quite musical and has a remarkably ... | |
| Which tube int. amp to pair with Spendor S3/5 I would be a bit wary of the Jolida. I know a dealer that gets a lot of them back for repairs. He said that in the past the repairs were pretty minor, but in the last year and a half or so, he has had a lot of problems with expensive parts, like t... | |
| Any advantage or dis whn bolting rack to wall????? I suppose that this could have some adverse consequences of coupling a large surface that could be vibrating to the stand. I have a very tall rack sitting on a carpeted floor (wooden, suspended floor). On top I have a turntable so I needed the sta... | |
| Best cable for Graham 2.2 How does one use alternative clamps AND vacuum hold-down? I have a Basis Debut vacuum table; it uses a small spindle clamp with a built in rubber o-ring to act as a vacuum seal around the spindle hole of the record.I spoke to a former distributor ... | |
| Can I soundproof a rec room that's already built? Look at the following site, they have a lot of information about soundproofing and acoustic treatment:http://www.soundproofing.org/index.html | |
| Absolute Best CD Players Out There Under $12k ? I own a CDS3. I have not had the opportunity to do any direct comparisons with other top CDPs or DAC/transport combinations, but I've heard many others in systems that I am familiar with. The CDS3 is a very capable player. It has very realistic dy... | |
| Absolute Best CD Players Out There Under $12k ? The only machine listed that I have actually heard using phones is the Naim CDS3, coupled with Stax Omega II phones (a combination I own). This can be a quite analytical and dry sounding combination with some recordings. I think a lot of other pla... |