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Just Got My Oppo 205!
I bought one of the last open box 205's from Best Buy in May.Havnt run 4k disc thru it yet, but have listened extensively to my Hi Rez (88 to 192KHz) music collection thru it's USB input.Agree w OP.  HP output pretty good and sonics thru my HT sys... 
If not an Oppo 205 then what?
bummer no headphone amp on the Panasonic.  Was looking at Oppo 205 for that as the headphone amp on my receiver is not that great. 
Devialet Phantom Elevate vs KEF LS50 Wireless + SVS SB-13 ultra subwoofer
aenergiSince you had the golds before, how would you rate the gold phantoms for refinement, resolution and bass quality compared to other active speakers in the $8 to $20k range?Only active speakers I have heard extensively, were the AvantGarde Ze... 
Clearaudio Innovation Wood or shoot for the stars Techdas AF 3
A bit late, but i thought I'd chime in.I actually bought WRM57s Innovation several years ago to upgrade my old master solution.   I have not had a DD to compare it too, but i thought it was pretty good from a speed control perspective.Recently, I ... 
Sweet Vinyl Sugarcube - I Want It!!!
thanks Bondmanp,  I will most likely wait to see how the FW progress's.  I really only want it for digitizing vinyl.  My records are in pretty good condition so the click removal feature is not that necessary for me.    
Sweet Vinyl Sugarcube - I Want It!!!
I see the SC-2 is now selling thru Musicdirect for $2900.  As my interest is digitizing my LP's, does anybody here know  when the track splitting is available?   I don't see anything on it in the Musicdirect description. 
Cars R OK, but what kind of motorcycle do you have
As an audiophile and biker with 40 yrs of riding experience, I don’t know how I missed this, but I think it’s time to resurrect this thread: My current stable: 2013 Ducati Diavel Carbon 2003 Kawasaki ZX-12R 2001 Aprilia Mille R1994 Harley Road Ki... 
questionable audio site - scam adds?
in addition to the price being way too good to be true,  the pics are from Rockitman system here on Agon from a few years ago 
Tubes for Nagra VPA
the other two holes are for hum adjustments 
Nagra Service and Support announcement
Thanks Steve,   Will be contacting you on service for my VPAs.   
Which is REALLY the best Conrad Johnson Preamp
Anyone tried the series 2 GAT, or upgraded their original for the $4k cost from CJ?   I have a series 1 that I just installed NOS Telefunken ecc88.  A very nice upgrade from the EH 6922 in terms of extension, air, midrange .  Now I'm curious how t... 
Headphones that sound smooth and comfortable on a pillow?
Klipsh   X11s or older X10s are IEMs that fit almost completely in the ear.  Very small and i've worn them on my side with no issues.They are a really good sounding IEM at $399 retail.  Go with the no mic version for best sound.  Used x10s can som... 
How to connect Oppo BDP 95 and Mcintosh MX136
if your MX -136 does not have multi channel RCA input, then you need to use the MX-136 HDMI input from the Oppo in order to get surround sound.The Oppo's 2 RCA outs are for the audiophile stereo only section of the Oppo and will not get you multi ... 
Newport Beach show any one going?
I will be there Friday and Saturday helping the Alma Audio team in their Avantgarde room. Check my system page as the AvantGarde Duo Mezzos will be playing with AudioPax 50 W monoblocks.This combo sounded stunning in my living room and if its that... 
Need recommendations.. Solo acoustic guitar CDs
Plus 1 for Doyle Dykes. HEAT is one of my favorites of his albums.