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| Looking to build a system for under $5k You did well my friend. Please get back to us once system is set up in your room and you have spent some time with it. I believe you made some wise choices all around. I wasn't sure if you intended on using a computer for streaming and did not kno... | |
| I need a recommendation for long(er) cables 50 feet of Canare 4s11 should cost you ~$75. Can be terminated single or biwire. | |
| How old is too old for a Dac? I believe that for redbook CD playback via transport or as uncompressed files from computer or server, use of an older DAC with an excellent power supply and analog output stage at a fraction of original cost seems appealing to me. Of course, with... | |
| Should I update my preamp or buy new one? I agree with Nordicnorm, a cost evaluation between a refurbish or a replacement needs to be considered. It seems to me that, given you can get a good discount and can sell your Cary works in favor of a purchase. | |
| Best budget integrated choices I should have said, regarding the amps I mentioned, "and there are other brand/models one can consider". The Yamaha S801 is one. | |
| Best budget integrated choices Use your Yamaha, save some money. Watch for a Audio Refinement, Arcam A19, NAD 356BEE, or Marantz 8004 or 5 series, or maybe Rouge audio Sphinx. Any could be had for $5-700 depending on model. I had a Audio Refinement in my system ~6 years age and... | |
| Current NAD integrated amps, what are your impressions? I am thinking of going up the NAD line, though I will likely look for a used unit. I tried the soft clipping function on the 326 however think it reduces dynamics. How much better does the 356 drive speakers over the 326? I am thinking I could use... | |
| Looking to build a system for under $5k I just went to the Audio Connections web site. Why not go back and ask to listen to the Vandys as driven by the Rouge Sphinx and Cronus, Nad 356BEE and C375, Hegel 80, in addition to the Belles? | |
| Looking to build a system for under $5k You have selected speakers, now focus on an integrated amplifier that plays well with them. I would suggest that you focus on finding a quality line level integrated amp and a used external DAC. A DAC with the appropriate inputs can serve for CD ... | |
| I need a recommendation for long(er) cables Buy Canare 4s11 cable by the foot and terminate yourself. Otherwise check out Blue Jeans cable they can provide quality terminated pairs at length desired. | |
| What do I need to get Hi-rez out of my late 2013 mackbook air? What is your budget for a DAC? What is rest of the system? | |
| What do I need to get Hi-rez out of my late 2013 mackbook air? What are you outputting to? | |
| Looking to upgrade my preamp, suggestions? Congrats on finding a pre that provides such satisfaction. | |
| 2 channel amp sound VS. HT amp sound Yes, I saw the ad for the 8003 and based on sellers description did have HT bypass. If budget is tight I would go for it. Should match well with your Marantz AVR and will provide you with both worlds. Should prove to be a nice amp for the money an... | |
| 2 channel amp sound VS. HT amp sound DO you know the age of both units? Since the Marantz PMs are now in the 8006 series, the 8003 must be 10+ years old by now. Once you move are you planning 2 separate systems, 2 channel and surround or a merge? |