lewl28

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McIntosh Labs delivery issues
I put together a similar system, but ended up bumping up from the MC611s to a pair of Mc3500s Mk2s.  For a streamer, I got the Esoteric N-01XD. Clarus Crimson cables to connect.   
McIntosh Labs delivery issues
Overture in Delaware has MC611s in stock.      
McIntosh Labs delivery issues
Overture lists MC611s as being in stock.   
Chord DAVE DAC
Has anyone compared the DAC in a Chord DAVE to one in a high-end streamer like an Esoteric N-01XD?  
Amp / Speaker setup for streaming and vinyl
   I was running a Nova 500 with Paradigm S2s and a Servo 15 V2.  I also had a Technics SL-1500 turntable.  To stream I used my iPhone connected with the USB/Lightening cable.  It sounded really good.  I tried some Magnepan 1.7i and they did not s... 
Why do hipsters prefer analog?
Maybe they think it sounds better.  That’s why I like vinyl.  Why is someone judged differently if they have the same opinion or taste?  
Subwoofer with Floorstanding Speakers?
When you see live music, the bass and sometimes keyboard players have 18” or bigger speakers.    
Aurender A15 or N200 with Mac C2700
Thanks.  I switched it up and went with an Esoteric N-05XD.    
Gryphon Diablo vs. McIntosh C2700/MC611
Thanks for all of your valued input.   I auditioned the Mac C2700/MC611 combo with my Harbeths and really liked the sound.   I am going with the Mac system over the Gryphon.   Plus I like supporting my local retailer.    
Gryphon Diablo vs. McIntosh C2700/MC611
Yes, I will definitely audition with an open mind.  I fall into the classic rock genre (Beatles, Traffic, Stones Grateful Dead) but also blues and older stuff and acoustic music.  I generally don’t play very loud, so I would like a full sound at l... 
Gryphon Diablo vs. McIntosh C2700/MC611
Thanks.  I have heard Macs with SF’s before and I like the sound.  On Tuesday I will be able to demo the Max C2700/MC611 with the Harbeths that I have.  There is no place to demo the Gryphon, so that would be a leap of faith and only if the Mac/Ha... 
Gryphon Diablo vs. McIntosh C2700/MC611
Room is 14’x26’x8’