melbguy1
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| Admittedly a bit lost 40 tube watts is decent, though I would lean toward efficient speakers, not necessarily 'highly efficient' speakers over 6 ohms/90db. Therefore I would not feel comfortable recommending less efficient speakers like Vandersteen and Evolution Acoust... | |
| Absolute top tier DAC for standard res Redbook CD George, really who cares? You put waaayyy too much stock in the importance of the dac chip in the overall sound a dac produces. Vitus Audio compared all the best dac chips, including the BB PCM-1704k and TDA-1541A double crown and found the AD1955... | |
| Absolute top tier DAC for standard res Redbook CD George, I think what you're espousing is a clear, laser-cut preference toward ladder/R-2R multibit and/or discrete dac chips to the exclusion of delta-sigma type dacs. It's a free world and this is an open forum. But I think there are other forums... | |
| The best speaker you ever heard? In the end, loudspeakers as with music preferences are completely subjective. You should definitely aspire to own whatever makes you happy regardless of opinions on forums. If you like your music on the fuller and darker side, you could get that s... | |
| ARC Reference 10 melting polycarbonate cover That sounds like the Wizard of Oz...damned Dorothy! | |
| The best speaker you ever heard? 10-14-15: CtsoonerCheck them out when you can. They draw you in while still being so honest. Big change in the mk 2Caxton Audio in Melbourne carry that line, so I might see if they're getting the Mk2's in so I can have a listen for fun. In any cas... | |
| The best speaker you ever heard? Calvin, I've only heard the small Raidho C1's with Symaudio amps. They sounded smooth and clean, though there was some stridency in the top end (most likely due to green speakers). The D5's must sound amazing. My only gripe with Raidho is they are... | |
| Absolute top tier DAC for standard res Redbook CD LOl, well said Matt. In the end, all that matters is the sound to the listener and how the product fits into the audiophile's system for synergy. | |
| The best CD Player for the money @Soundbit, For small change, I would look around for a 2nd hand JVC XL-Z1050. That has a nice transport & K2 processing. A really nice spinner for the money. | |
| Fast & open sounding amp with great imaging 2k 10-24-15: Zuioone more thing, my speakers sound best with higher than usual output impedance (my amp has variable output impedance and the best setting is 14Ohm)If that's the case, then the Classe CA-2200 is not for you, as it has a very low outpu... | |
| Tube Amp for Avalon Ascendants Dk, given you already own a CJ CT-5 preamp, I would lean toward a CJ ET250S hybrid amp. A Dealer selling a brand new, sealed in box example right now asking $4,950. Another option is you could look around for a 2nd hand CJ Premier 350SA if you fee... | |
| Absolute top tier DAC for standard res Redbook CD 10-23-15: GeorgelofiRicevs right, the AD1955 is bit of a hybrid a 5bit Multibit and Delta Sigma, no R2R ladder. And far cheaper to manufacture than say a real R2R Ladder like the PCM1704K.Sounds like an each way bet on the cheap, trying to get wha... | |
| Fast & open sounding amp with great imaging 2k I always liked the Classe CA-2200 which has plenty of power and headroom, is quiet, smooth, resolving & certainly fast. I know the CA-2200 was a great match with Infinity Renaissance 90's. This is a well reviewed amp & you can pick them up... | |
| How an audio rack can enhance your amp/pre I use Taoc ASR II racks which are good value and well made modular racks using composite shelves, die cast aluminum frame & cast iron spacers. Are their better racks? Sure, though I just use my rack as an inert platform for my Stillpoints feet... | |
| beryllium vs diamond Cts, the Vandy 7 is a great sounding speaker given the right room and accompanying equipment. And Vandersteen aren't standing still with the release of the Vandy 7 Mk2 which by all reports is outstanding. I used to own Marten Coltrane Alto's which... |