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| Good Stereo Speakers for outside use during BBQs, evening pot luck dinners etc I have a system that I roll out onto my back deck. During the spring, summer and fall seasons often get played more than my main system. I have used several monitor speakers. One of my favorites was a used pair of B&W 685 which worked well. Th... | |
| Jolida Fusion or Vincent SA-32 / hybrid comparison I have owned the SV-226 integrated. Wish I never sold it. The tubes in it were in sockets and could be removed. Not sure about their preamps. Sorry to hear about their customer support.I also owned and be putting up for sale here on AG a Jolida Fu... | |
| Marantz pm6006 upgrade? The Exposure amplifiers are considered very good. I would probably look for a 2010S2 as it would have more life left in it. | |
| Building a mid(-upper) range stereo with Marantz and Klipsch I also recommend the PM 8006. Will have enough power and possesses the desired features (I like the direct mode). Also, running the server through the fixed output may prove best. | |
| Good Entry-Level DAC Since you liked your previous tube DAC I would try MHDT or the Black Ice suggested by freediver. | |
| How to divide up your budget in building a 2-Channel HiFi system Go listen to several systems. Get to know yourself regarding listening preferences.Get to know how components play into your room. I believe your current system retailed at ~$6500-$7000. Given that, yes you could achieve a significant improvement... | |
| Radio playing....but no tuner? I had this problem due to having a radio station antenna 1 mile from home. The radio signal strength can vary with time of day. May need a RCA cable with better shielding. Maybe try different adjustments of gain between module and integrated ampli... | |
| Looking for input on CD players Bryston has a long warranty period and a great reputation for customer support. | |
| Hand me down audio equip- upgrade advice Wait for the move, get to know how your system sounds in the new surroundings, then consider room treatment. In the meantime listen to candidate speakers when opportunity strikes. | |
| Sexy singer(s) and/or song(s) How about Halie Loren's take on "Waiting in Vain' from the Heart First album. | |
| Building a new system for about 5 grand Ha, 'buying cables of choice' - no brainer. Meant to say buying cables used. | |
| Dac Suggestions around $500 Since you are looking for a DAC to serve while saving for an upgrade I would buy used. Otherwise maybe continue to use use the Node as is. Interest rates are low now, probably could pay off a loan at less loss than buying one DAC and selling it to... | |
| Affordable US Made Tube Pre/Power or Integrated Options Should add that Aric is easy to talk to and will answere any questions you have. Also does some mods on his gear at buyers request. | |
| Affordable US Made Tube Pre/Power or Integrated Options Check out the Aric Audio site. I own one of his preamps, the Special.Strongly considering one of his amps. | |
| Building a new system for about 5 grand Ok, you already have a TT and phonostage. Great! Leaves greater allocation for speakers and DAC. Buying over time does help to increase budget. I would consider looking into a line level integrated and a separate DAC if thinking about additional d... |