mapman
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| Single driver speakers - opinions "I probably cannot hear above 14kHz" Good point Kijanki.I've tested + neither can I for the most part.I used to though with the same test recording when younger though and on a much less expensive system.I suspect few past their 30's really can.So... | |
| Just the musings of an audiophile CWlondon,That's the best skinny on characteristics of audiophiles I've seen in quite a while. Congrats! | |
| Help with integrated amp purchase I would second consideration of the Bel Canto | |
| Single driver speakers - opinions DIY can be fun.It doesn't have to be hard. Start with an old existing design that you can pick up cheap and try just upgrading drivers, etc. This can make a big difference.I do not have time for major DIY work. I did do a DIY bass driver upgrade w... | |
| Single driver speakers - opinions I'm expecting someone to challenge my assertion regarding the Walsh driver?For example, typically, they are not an easy load to drive. For the most demanding applications, tube amps need not apply. | |
| Budget reference floorstanders for a b.r. system Agree with Bob_Reynolds in general.In a smaller room, like the typical bedroom, Ohm micros are an exception to the general rule that good near full range floor standers can't be had at that price.Totem Arros qualify as well but may cost a few hund... | |
| Budget reference floorstanders for a b.r. system Also consider Totem Arros. | |
| Budget reference floorstanders for a b.r. system Consider Ohm micro Walsh (ohmspeakers.com) or 100 series 3 if you can go a bit more.Ohm often recommends NAD electronics for their systems. | |
| Help with integrated amp purchase If you like a warmer flavor to the sound, try the NAD first before spending a lot more.Otherwise , I'd try the Cambridge first before jumping for something that costs a lot more. | |
| Single driver speakers - opinions Mrtennis,I agree that no end speaker design is best.However I would arguably of course assert that a single Walsh driver or perhaps it's descendant, the DDD driver, invented by Lincoln Walsh back in the 60's and tweaked by companies like Ohm and G... | |
| Single driver speakers - opinions The Fujitsu look very cool. They remind me of the larger Cabasse's I've seen but not heard.Are they related in design? | |
| Single driver speakers - opinions Here's a resource discussing DIY Walsh designs:http://www.diyaudio.com/forums/showthread/t-14337.htmlI've read some things on the web published by ebay member Mamboni as well that seems to provide practical guidelines for constructing a DIY Walsh ... | |
| Single driver speakers - opinions The Carder Sound design has caught my eye as reasonably practical (though still very big/tall) and potentially highly effective in delivering the most satisfying sound from a single conventional full range driver at reasonable cost. I would consid... | |
| Single driver speakers - opinions Single driver is great in theory, but doing it right is hard and usually too expensive to have mass appeal.For example, I am most familiar with the Ohm line. Over the years, Ohm has been very successful in delivering very good designs that leverag... | |
| Second hand vinyl in NYC Westsider Records (big collection, good stuff)233 W. 72nd Street, New York, NY, 10023(212) 874 1588Mostly classical + related. No place better for that. You could spend a whole day digging.Last time there, with about one hour only to work with, I ... |