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mammothguy54

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Is imaging reality?
I'm with limomangus.  My system sounds wonderful, and even better a little later on Saturday night. 😊 
New Turntable Direction
+1 for the Rega Planar 10.  I will add, place it on a high-quality platform such as a Symposium Acoustics Segue ISO.  What an excellent combination.  Only my opinion, of course.  
Cartridge Opinions - Sorry
OP,I have owned some Audio Technica cartridges and they sound wonderful.  However, they can be just a little bit of a "zing" on the top end.  Not terribly bright, just a little bit of a zing.  You can do the research and maybe others won't have th... 
Speaker shootout update; aggressive treble eliminating some (fairly?)
@hilde45   I have been living with a metal dome tweeter for too many years. That, along with a 5' mid-range and the overall "presence and brightness" is just unbearable with music that isn't extremely well recorded & produced.  Well done recor... 
The Best Isolation/ Vibration Footers per component - what's your experience?
I recently made the decision to go with Symposium Acoustics products.  Speaking with the owner (Peter) helped me a lot to understand his technology and application to my components.  I first went with the Segue ISO and Rollerblock Jr + for my turn... 
What do/did you do for a living?
I have always lived well below my means.  That has allowed me to retire at age 64 and with a nice comfortable lifestyle.  My audio affection all began as an 8 year old, with a "stereo" that I played the Beatles.  I was hooked.  My parents Magnavox... 
Who, do you think, designs the best looking tube-based devices?
Check out the new Rex III from Balanced Audio Technology (BAT).Stunning!   https://www.balanced.com/rex-3-power-amp  
Best isolation platform for a turntable with suspension?
Your Avid TT, utilizing a floating sub-chassis, would not do well with the Symposium Segue ISO for the very reason that internal springs combined with external springs is not a good combination as they would "fight" one another.  My suggestion is ... 
Best isolation platform for a turntable with suspension?
I own Symposium Acoustics products and found them to be amazing performers for my turntable.  You can call them directly and speak with the owner.  Peter is his name.  He is very bright on the subject and is very willing to help you get the correc... 
is this the greatest live band of all time?
Reading all in this thread and it brings back memories of so many great concerts.  I have seen nearly all of those mentioned, above.  What is really cool is for those mentioned with specific dates.  Hey, I was at that. Hey, I was at that one, too.... 
Seeking advice on Speakers that create an intimate 2 channel listening experience
I personally believe that what you seek would be satisfied by Dynaudio speakers.  The new Contour 60i (arriving to the US in August, replacing the highly reviewed Contour 60) may be your ticket.  Retail price is $10, 750.  If you can find a dealer... 
Focal sopra 2/Gryphon Diablo 300 not good match
I'm with dpac996.  I have an older speaker presently in my system.  Mirage M3Si.  I have been building my new system for about 1 1/2 years and speakers are the last big category to replace.  The Mirage uses a metal tweeter, made of titanium.  Bery... 
Buying a new TT today
@aj523 To answer your question, no, I am not going to change the AC power cable from the PSU.  I have it connected to an Audioquest Niagara 1200 and, therefore, am delivering a nice clean AC current to the PSU.In a few months from now I am getting... 
Buying a new TT today
I'm not certain why someone would conclude that I am "tweaking" my Rega Planar 10 by taking off the feet and using Rollerblock Jr + in their place.   Using Rollerblock Jr + (or some other brand isolation/vibration control device) is rather common ... 
Buying a new TT today
@aj523   May I add some information for you.  The surface that you place the Planar 10 on will have a substantial influence on the sonic performance.  If you read the review by Michael Fremer you should note that he stated something very similar. ...