mickeyb
Responses from mickeyb
| Stereo mode in phone stage going out I had a sx1250. It’s the stereo/mono switch. you need some deoxit to clean it. Then you should be good. | |
| New split AC System impact on sound. Im a builder for 35 yrs.. The new compressors with heat pumps will have zero impact on your system. Get the variable stage. The most important factor on your audio system, sound wise, would be to have a dedicated 20amp circuit directly to your pan... | |
| Vinyl sounds better (shots fired) It’s simple, when I have time to enjoy a drink and a puff, I listen to my vinyl. When I’m getting ready for my son’s hockey game or having some people over, I stream. Both are great and completely different. I’m glad I have both at my disposal! | |
| A life sentence!!! My accuphase e470 with dac card and phono section. It’s sublime. | |
| Shipping costs- WTF I sold 2 sets of Tara labs rca cables. Total weight of under 5lbs. They went from Chicago to Seattle. It cost me 94$. I almost lost it since I told the guy I’d include the shipping for his offer. He got the deal of a lifetime. I’ll never include s... | |
| Is a Fluance RT 85 turntable worthy of a moderately priced moving coil cartridge? No. | |
| Beware, scammers everywhere Dayglow, this is with out of country buyers. I also pay through Zelle and pp friends and family with sellers that have great feedback. Never been scammed. They’ve all been complete gentleman. I’ve done at least 20k this way. Buyers only hold the a... | |
| Beware, scammers everywhere If I feel someone is sketchy, I’ll only take zelle or pp friends and family. Take it or leave it. If they look at my feedback, I’m completely trustworthy. They, on the other hand, have to prove they’re honest. I get lots of offers overseas and thi... | |
| Trends in value of vintage / used audio equipment? Vintage gear is holding with inflation. Used high end is not selling like it used to. People are asking too much money for used gear. I notice gear that hasn’t sold for years and people still aren’t bargaining or lowering the price. It seems peopl... | |
| The last 20 years of Home Power Have Been Amazing Don’t get me going in 50$ arc fault breakers and their failure rate. Complete bs. They cause more problems than their supposed safety value. | |
| Seeking New Amplification for My Graham LS5/5 Speakers Accuphase pairs very well with most English monitors. Harbeth, Spendor, Graham and Falcon acoustics. It will be a very natural, detailed and unfatiquing presentation. I have my E470 paired with some Diapason Adamantes iii and it's oh so pleasing. ... | |
| Looking for contact info for dealer / reseller Richard Do There was a guy named dick do handing out teeners at the bar we frequented last night. He’s currently in Chicago. Maybe that’s your huckleberry. | |
| Retirement integrated amp for a “fiscal conservative” Accuphase if you can find one. Luxman or pass labs otherwise. Can’t miss with any of those. | |
| Analog invites you to turn up the volume It’s simple. Vinyl is easier on the ears. I’m not sure if it’s the digital compression with high frequencies or the warmer sound of the vinyl but vinyl doesn’t fatigue my ears like digital. | |
| what dacs are fast, lively, energetic? Chord for sure. |