mesch

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Looking for preamp reccomendations
Why not a tube linestage preamp, like one from Quicksilver, with a SS phonostage. Some tube preamps have internal SS phonostages.  
Schiit CD transport on the cards soon?
I am looking for a transport to replace the Cambridge CXC. Nothing against the CXC, will keep it a secondary system. Will be interested in the Schiit, should they produce one.  
Update on Audiogon Member Almarg
+1 to all that has been said. Al represented the best in all of us. I will truly miss Al's presence on this forum.  
Want to setup basic home audio system
Diripio, congrats on the NAK purchase. let us know what you think of the speakers you demo.Re panels, you can easily make your own. Check out ATS Acoustics online.They make them and sell supplies for DIY.  I purchased the Roxul Rockboard and burla... 
LTA - Has Anyone Had First Hand Experiance?
Thanks dodgealum and facten.  I had discovered the positive feedback review. As with high-amp, I will source out dodgealum's review. I may have to hope for a used pair to come available.   
Want to setup basic home audio system
Diripio, I may have missed it, have we been given the room size? Room size, distance from speakers, loudness levels desired, all in addition to speaker demands contribute to power needs. Could you please provide us a little more guidance regarding... 
LTA - Has Anyone Had First Hand Experiance?
I would like to hear more regarding the Daedaulus Muse speakers.  
Want to setup basic home audio system
Well, If you are willing to up your budget to $1500 and are willing to buy used/dealer demo you have greater options. I agree it is best to identify speakers 1st. Then find a integrated amp which compliments. That said when cost is a concern it is... 
Want to setup basic home audio system
Waiting to hear how you are going to source your music. Wharfedale makes great bookshelf speakers that would fit into a sub $1000 system. Paired with a Yamaha A-S301 integrated amplifier which has internal phonostage and DAC onboard would make for... 
For anyone who moved from tubes to solid state — a question
Yes, on owning both type amps. 
It’s a pleasure.
Sure enough is! 
CD Player vs. music streaming
I am with those that use streaming to find new music. Once found I purchase the CD.  I am not one that listens to music all day. My music system serves as a way to get the most from a listening session when I choose to have one. Getting the most i... 
I2S Input - Is It Better?
Contacting the manufactures is the best thing to do. If I had I2S capability on both devices I would want to try using it. 
I2S Input - Is It Better?
As I understand it, one must make sure that with HDMI I2S connections the pin orientation on both devices to be connected are the same.  
New to 2.2 Stereo...Pointers?
I would 1st try running your speakers full range, use the preamp RCA outputs to each subwoofer crossed over to augment the bottom octave only. Though your speakers are 'full range' they probably start rolling off below 40 hz. You could also run bo...