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High value, high efficiency speakers for SET amps
Tubegroover,I'm with you on teh pros and cons of teh Quads. They were one of my main references when undergoing changes in my gear in recent years. Macrodynamics being the main limitation. My other reference is all manner of live performances. I g... 
High value, high efficiency speakers for SET amps
""I don't understand the singling out of SETs as if nothing else mandates compatibility considerations.""Of course they always do but also this thread is about speakers for SETs specifically so that is the topic at hand here. There are pros and co... 
High value, high efficiency speakers for SET amps
"I don't understand the singling out of SETs as if nothing else mandates compatibility considerations."As Atmasphere likes to point out, SETs along with many tube amps like his OTLs operate under a different paradigm than most gear in today's worl... 
High value, high efficiency speakers for SET amps
Hi Reb.I've downsized my second system to a 60 watt/ch Class D integrated (Bel Canto C5i) so if any new speakers on my horizon, tehy may well need to be more efficient as well. So far I'm liking the combo with the OHM 100s. Eventually I will try w... 
High value, high efficiency speakers for SET amps
Reb,I've done some downsizing and will be putting some items up for sale shortly.One item I am planning to part with are my STAX electret "ear speakers". These are entry level STAX and not expensive and tehy always tend to shine in particular with... 
High value, high efficiency speakers for SET amps
"We couldn't be more clear in stating that SETs require appropriate speaker matching"That's keeping it real.There will be more limitations with more speakers than otherwise.As long as people realize this, then they should be fine.Nothing wrong wit... 
Picture Thread
Old Radio Shack Store PhotosCheck out the original audio demo room at the original Radio Shack on page 6-7. 
High value, high efficiency speakers for SET amps
"Time to retire the SET limitation cliches."Charles, c'mon get real.Are you saying SETs do not have limitations?Fact is they are the MOST limited of amp designs. One has to adapt in other places to make them work well. Not to say that they cannot ... 
High value, high efficiency speakers for SET amps
i'm of the mindset that good performance is largely objective and that good performance facilitates good sound however what sounds good to each is a purely subjective call in the end. 
High value, high efficiency speakers for SET amps
How about These if any are still around in good operating condition.Wouldn't cost much most likely. I never cared for them off the common SS Japanese amps and receivers they were typically used with back in their day, but I would liketo hear them ... 
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Here is an outstanding Reggae Compilation of Various Artists.50 Years of Reggae 
Bel Canto C5i
Mj,I have ref1000m mono blocks in my main system. I like them so much it led me to the c5i for my smaller system. I agree bel canto has their act together and makes fine products. I have been impressed by their customer service as well in the past. 
best sounding integrated for under 2500.00
seikosha the sound overall is very comparable to my main system up to moderately loud volume. Have not had opportunity to evaluate the phono section yet in detail but initial impressions was most favorable. I'm running the c5i solely with my small... 
best sounding integrated for under 2500.00
Bel canto c5i is a fabulous piece. Pretty much just plug and play for any source and enjoy. 
Has Linn Gone Crazy? They Stopped Making Pre-Amps
Linn cannot spell. 🎢🌝