mike_in_nc
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| Why don't streaming services offer album liner notes? It’s the labels (i.e., those who distribute the music). When they provide liner notes, the services (at least Qobuz, the one I use) makes them available. It’s really disappointing not to have them for so many releases, and it’s puzzling why small ... | |
| Which has a greater influence on sound quality, the amp or the preamp? Whichever, in the current setup, is less good. | |
| So, a reviewer just said something I need to talk about. Not every audiophile (and that includes reviewers) really loves music. It took me decades to understand that fully. Many are just in love with beautiful sounds -- hardly the same thing. Others are looking for some kind of nostalgic experience, lik... | |
| USB DAC cable over 15ft - Solutions? Use something like this at one end: https://www.amazon.com/Herfair-Adapter-Printer-Converter-Connector/dp/B0BYJJRF4L | |
| Does MiniDSP SHD Studio play high resolution files? The limiting factor in this type of device is the frequency at which the DSP engine runs. I believe that is 96 kHz for the miniDSP SHD series, so files at 192 kHz will be downsampled. I don't know how it handles DSD, but if it does DSP on them, th... | |
| Requesting opinions about 4 specific amplifiers Be aware the Pass amps -- even the Class AB ones -- run warm. The X150.8 is specified as emitting 370W at idle. That is heat going into your room. Tough if you're in a warm climate. | |
| Power cords: does length matter? Not unless they are so long that there is voltage drop. That would apply only to high-powered amplifiers and terrible cords. | |
| Need a 4 way electronic crossover I suggest you see if any of the Marchand models is suitable. | |
| I need a extension cord with Depending on the wall construction of your listening environment, an electrician might be able to give you a quad box or added receptacles for not a ton of money. Maybe an hour or two of labor and minimal parts cost, assuming you use hospital-grad... | |
| Power cable suggestions for Pioneer turntable Save your money. Power cable will not do it. Post the rest of your equipment and a bit about your room if you want people to comment on what might be the issue. | |
| PayPal, Zele, Venmo - Which is preferred For Selling on Audiogon Zelle and Venmo may be best for the seller, but as a buyer, I would want the protection provided by PayPal. Through the years, I’ve bought used gear that for the most part has been fine. But one integrated amplifier had a defect the seller refused... | |
| Heavy speakers: How to be able to reposition? Use of sliders seconded. Herbie's sells similar threaded glides that may fit your speakers, too. | |
| Giving Advice without recommending your own equipment Good point. People (and not just with hi-fi) tend to recommend what they own or use. I had a really bad mechanic and a crooked dentist before I learned to take such advice with a grain of salt. Of course, 4 is the advice that tries to be useful. ... | |
| Anthony (Tony) Cordesman has passed away I will miss AHC. His ears seemed very similar to mine, though his budget was larger. I found his email decades ago and we exchanged brief messages every 10 years or so. His advice was always sterling. A favorite comment by AHC, from one of his r... | |
| What news in 2023 struck you? The GAN coverage has caught my eye, though I've not had the opportunity to compare a GAN Class D amp to one made with conventional silicon. As a Roon user, I am a bit concerned about the new ownership (Harmon/Samsung), though it's a far better de... |