mapman
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| Accordian licks Here's a very nice recording of Richard Galliano playing Bach that I can highly recommend. Have not heard his other releases.http://www.amazon.com/Bach-Richard-Galliano/dp/B0034JV5YO | |
| Audio Research preamp ratings & sound differences I've only heard very good sounding setups with ARC amplification on numerous occasions. Cant say that about many companies products, so that is a good omen.The sp16 I use has been well reviewed and sounds lovely. Which is best will depend on many ... | |
| Classical, Spanish & South American Guitar Jewels Any old recordings by any Romeros on MErcury Living PResence.I like Strunz and Farrah as well | |
| What's the greatest bargain in SET these days? Reb, I see a $3000 list price on the antique web site yet saw another listing on the web for just over $1000, so based on that limited exposure, I'm wondering how much that unit is really worth? Agon blue book might be an indicator. | |
| What's the greatest bargain in SET these days? I like having a sub output as an option for a set. That would help open up more possibilities for a SET amp.One thing I would consider were it me with any tube amp is how hard the tubes are driven which factors into how often they will likely need... | |
| Is $3000 pushing the limits for a geat monitor?? The right monitor in the right room can definitely compete with most anything.THere are many ways to get the drivers to the right height as part of that. Stands on monitors, floorstanders designed to do it already, etc. In general, monitors come i... | |
| To fix or not to fix Cr,That approach is very similar to what I do, except I have SB Touch, not Duet, but with external dac, there is probably little difference between the two in sound quality. Wireless network connection between SB and Logitech media server software... | |
| Remoding Speakers Has An Effect On Resale Value REsale value is based purely on buyer perceptions. Buyers tend to look for things they are familiar with, a certain brand, model, feature etc. Once a product is modified, it is no longer the same product technically. It may be much better...or not... | |
| When is digital going to get the soul of music? "I think digital has the potential now to be the equal of master tapes"I have not heard it yet, but I agree the potential is there. | |
| What cables are you running with your ARC gear The sp16 does not have balanced inputs or outputs. A lot of ARC gear does. If mine did, I would lean towards using that. | |
| Cars. What does the typical audiophile drive? Schubert nailed this one! | |
| Concerns purchasing Vintage System? You won't know what it is really worth until assessed properly.If there are problems, most can probably be addressed properly in that that the companies are mostly still around. The Tandberg is a fantastic piece but likely the most problematic, bu... | |
| Have your standards/taste in music changed? Yes. I listen to everything I can now and find something to like most of the time. I can't wait to hear what I might hear next. It's all very tasty! | |
| Quality system, make poor recordings sound better? "Absolutely Whart, getting a very clear midrange that also is grain free, well, the only way is low distortion. ""Poor" recordings are often have a lot more energy in the midrange compared to "higher quality" more extended ones. So getting a handl... | |
| What cables are you running with your ARC gear I run DNM Reson analog ICs from all sources into ARC sp16 pre-amp and out to power amp. ARC + DNM is excellent for overall tonality, coherence and detail for modest cost. |