mitch2
Responses from mitch2
| Processor Loop for 2 channel? I own both the Adcom GFP750 and a Muse Model 3 Signature, both of which have processor loops. They work as Zackmun said, in that the processor loop is totally separate from the 2 channel electronics in the preamp, except when the processor loop is... | |
| How should I handle this? The table was not delivered to you in the condition advertised. Assuming a standard shipper was used, the shipper would not be at fault as I believe items must be packaged to withstand what they consider normal handling, which may include being tu... | |
| Classe owners: balanced vs. unbalanced? My understanding is that only the very newest Classe' amps have full balanced circuitry, and I believe the CA-200 does not. That said, I used my Classe' DR-25 (250wpc) in balanced mode and liked it better than unbalanced, in part because my preamp... | |
| SS preamp to replace BAT VK3i w/ht bypass I am using a SS Muse 3 Signature, which I find to be outstanding. It is fully balanced, with 2 XLR and 3 RCA inputs, and one set each of XLR and RCA outputs. It also has an HT pass through, which is activated with a single press of one button on t... | |
| I've a confession to make don't tell my wife I totally agree with Chazzbo, after having had 2 different sets of speakers on Sound Anchors. I had them make custom cradle stands for my Alon V's, and the additional mass and 3 point support system bettered the focus of the speaker and tightened ... | |
| $2000 CDP for Rock Music???? Hi Boingo,Based on the system you described, and considering budget, I suggest you seriously look into some DIY power cords. You will need some basic supplies such as wire, connectors, heat shrink, wire strippers, and a hot air gun, but for $200 y... | |
| Putting floorstanding speakers on stands... I agree with the above posts, although I have had my success with Sound Anchor stands, first their standard stand for B&W Matrix 803's, then custom cradle stands I had made for my Alon V's. The stands raise the speakers a bit, offer adjustabil... | |
| Preamp Options-Classe,Muse,SF,BAT,Adcom Thanks everyone for the great responses. I have done some more research and believe the BAT VK-40 may ultimately be the way to go. Since I will be buying used, and my Adcom pre still sounds pretty good, I will take John's advice and hang on to it ... | |
| $2000 CDP for Rock Music???? You have assembled a system that "rocks and rolls," which is good because that matches the music you listen to. I would be very careful to listen to some systems (using your own music) with the cdp coupled directly to the amp before eliminating an... | |
| Jumper Cables. My Alon V's are said to sound best when tri-wired and have 3 sets of binding posts per speaker. I am currently running them bi-wired while waiting for Acarian Systems to get some more of their Black Orpheus in, so I can complete my tri-wire set up... | |
| Quality of Stereophile Class A speakers at 2K? As an analogy, as part of my work, I interview and hire engineers. I have never received a bad recommendation about a candidate from their college professors. The trick is to ask the right questions and read between the lines. Those of us who take... | |
| Can anyone recommend a shipper? I had 100+ pound each Alon V's shipped via common carrier (truck) for $200 to crate and $200 to ship, or $400 total for the pair, a little over a year ago. Those guys generally do a good job of being careful with the cargo. The speakers arrived in... | |
| Best blues guitarist, Clapton or Green Didn't Peter Green go into some sort of drug induced reclusion some years ago, and just recently (in the past 2 or 3 years) come out of it and light things up with some new tunes?I can't say who is best, it is like trying to pick the best running ... | |
| Personal amp evolution Fisher ReceiverSansui ReceiverNAD3140 Integrated - aloneNAD2150 Bridged w/3140(still have both)Adcom 5300Acurus A250Acurus A200Aragon 4004MkIIClasse DR25(I know there is better than the DR25 if I want to spend the money, but have been concentratin... | |
| Adcom GFP 750 Power Switches Slightly off topic, but that power switch is one of the few things I do not like about this preamp. Not only does it feel a little flimsy, but the preamp will not power up using the on switch on my power conditioner. I like to be able to leave the... |