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Putting together a system...looking for some suggestions
I just attended RMAF in Denver and heard the new integrated amp from Elac and their floor standers. The amp and speakers only cost $2,250. This leaves plenty of cash for a respectable CD player/turntable or whatever you want for sources. The integ... 
Need Suggestions for speakers up to $15K new/used
I checked out the classic audios, very nice but I didn't have the emotional connection as with the Voxativ. I pulled the trigger and bought the Voxativ 9.87 system along with the Voxativ 211 integrated amp. Can't wait to hear it in my room. The ow... 
Need Suggestions for speakers up to $15K new/used
I neglected to mention the others so here are my impressions:-Focal Sopra 2 - I did an extensive session when they first came out and didn't care for them.  Too bright and unnatural for my tastes-Harbeth - I did listen to these yesterday and found... 
Need Suggestions for speakers up to $15K new/used
I spent the day at RMAF listening to a number of speakers suggested where I could find them.  Not all are listed in the guide so it is a bit of hit or miss.I found the Voxativ room and was blown away.  I went back three separate times.  The music ... 
RMAF Etiquette
I have used RMAF to narrow the search, however, many of the products I like are not sold in Colorado so I cannot go listen to them at a local showroom.  My only opportunity is at the show.  Since this industry is apparently struggling I would thin... 
RMAF Etiquette
Scheduling a session late is a good idea.  Maybe people don't attend RMAF to buy products as much as they are there to socialize.  I just found it very odd that the majority of people would speak loudly during auditions of equipment.  I found it i... 
Need Suggestions for speakers up to $15K new/used
No, I live in Denver bache.  I will seek out listening sessions in October at RMAF and make a decision.inna, I am sure you didn't intend to make me out to be an A$$  by buying my amp and preamp in advance of my speakers.  I actually recall a conve... 
Need Suggestions for speakers up to $15K new/used
inna, as I stated in my original post I heard Raidho with Constellation at RMAF and that was what I was planning to buy and still may do so unless I hear something else that wows me more in October at RMAF.  I delayed the speaker purchase because ... 
Need Suggestions for speakers up to $15K new/used
I am definitely planning on room treatments due to the low ceilings. I am open to monitors or full range. I cannot use a sub with my Constellation setup. I considered a REL but after looking through my manuals and calling REL they don’t recommend ... 
Need Suggestions for speakers up to $15K new/used
I contacted Rives many months ago. Unfortunately they are out of business.  
Need Suggestions for speakers up to $15K new/used
Infection, I understand how you may have taken my comment about how much I spent on the renovation. It was intended as a commentary on how ridiculous costs have risen for construction, nothing more. I will edit my original and remove the reference... 
Need Suggestions for speakers up to $15K new/used
I listened to the Raidho's three different days with different music playing and in different locations in the room.  Denver sadly doesn't have too many choices for listening to the brands I am considering.  I agree the brands I mentioned above ar... 
Berkeley Dac 2 or PS audio DSD or Schiit Yggs?
PS Audio is the schiit IMO. 
Am I the only one to opt-out on the Sopra 2's?
I auditioned the Sopras at Apex in Denver.  I was very disappointed in their sound. I found them very bright and not enjoyable with a broad range of music.  Initially they were played with SS Aestethix gear.  I complained about the brightness and ... 
Researching Preamps
I picked up a Parasound JC3+ and am really happy with the sound.  I am using Constellation amp and line-stage.  I wanted a good quality phono preamp and was looking at Constellation.   While researching the history of the design I discovered that ...