lowrider57
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| Qobuz Users Update? When comparing streaming services it should be noted that different issues of an album may be in each service's catalogue. For example, Tidal may be offering a newly remastered album compared to a different remaster on Qobuz. Original issues are a... | |
| Telefunken Tube Information Sources? @bdp24 Joe's tube lore is a good reference, but I would not call it accurate regarding 12AX7s. He makes no pretense saying he doesn't like this tube type. Brent Jessee has a better description of sonics on different brands and tube types.One char... | |
| Business Ethics in the Audio Industry +1 @yogiboy . I had the same situation with one of our favourite vendors on Audiogon. I ordered an item, then was notified said item was replaced by an upgraded model. I was offered the new item at the original price. The owner of the shop saved m... | |
| Blow dryer causes audible buzz from power amps in two audio systems... How will throwing out the current hair dryer help? They all have variable power settings. | |
| Powering My System The Audience Adept is excellent at lowering the noise floor.Not sure about using a PC with a torroidal transformer on an OTL, but the Equi-Core 1800 is on sale. Many positive reviews...https://www.audiogon.com/listings/lis9e2ca-core-power-technolo... | |
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| Imaging and the first violin(s) It really is a fantastic recording. But to be clear, it's not mic bleed. The purpose of an omni-directional mic is to pick up sound from all directions, 360°. This is minimal mic'ing and it's intended to sound more realistic by picking up ambience... | |
| Imaging and the first violin(s) On second listen, there’s no doubt that the violin is at full gain in both speakers. My guess is they are using omni-directional mic’s which have a wide pickup patten. This, combined with the mixing of the performance to fill the soundstage would ... | |
| Imaging and the first violin(s) @ahofer The Ravel is a beautiful piece. And on the 2nd movement I do hear the first violin moving from left side to left center during the early pizzicato.I checked a YouTube video and both violins plus the viola are performing pizzicato throughou... | |
| Imaging and the first violin(s) I have a pretty decent CD collection of string quartets, quintets, trios and the sound of individual instruments has always been properly placed on the soundstage.Sometimes with piano, I'll notice that the sound has moved slightly left or right bu... | |
| Imaging and the first violin(s) I agree on the importance of room treatments. My listening is comprised of about 90% classical (all types). I’ve never experienced the first violin or any individual instrument moving in the soundstage. Less defined, yes, depending on the mix.Room... | |
| Questions for Rogue Cronus Magnum Owners Get that hum fixed pronto. In my experience with owning a Rogue and spending time at a local dealer, the earliercomponents had a more tubey sound. Now most sound very neutral and clean as you describe.I think out of the box you're hearing the soni... | |
| To Equi-Core or Not to Equi-Core? That is the question! I hear ya. I am one of those people based on past experience when I was first starting out. It was a learning experience.Very much considering a purchase of the 1800. Thanks. | |
| To Equi-Core or Not to Equi-Core? That is the question! Thanks, Bob. That tells me there's no cross contamination from digital devices.Walter messaged me; all service will be performed at the factory in CA. | |
| To Equi-Core or Not to Equi-Core? That is the question! I sent Walter a message asking about warranty and if the factory will provide service for Equi-Core. Waiting to hear. Very good price for the 1800.@gdnrbob , regarding the 1800, are the receptacles isolated? Can you plug analogue and digital into ... |