moonwatcher
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| When are speakers considered Hi-Fi and not Mid-Fi??? Keep in mind, the term "Mid-Fi" was invented by gear salesmen to yep, up sale customers on more expensive gear. There is no "Mid-Fi". It's all "Fi", some is better than others, some worse. It's up to you and your own personal preferences to dec... | |
| Would It Be Possible To Get Help Finding This Song? Based on the show, and the network you were watching, I would have to conclude that the song you are looking for is a really good one. Good luck finding it. If all else fails, send an email directed toward the producer of the show. If that fails,... | |
| Inexpensive streaming amplifier +1 for the idea of a sub-$1000 AVR that has streaming capabilities (i.e. Airplay for Apple Music). Having a few HDMI inputs would allow for growth (Blu-ray, Gaming console, Firestick, Apple TV, etc.) Even better with eArc for the TV. Heck, she mig... | |
| So many YouTube clips to evaluate sound quality. Why??? @bruce19 your post is what audio formats YouTube accepts, not what it actually provides on the viewer end. It takes your source files and transcodes them to whatever lossy codec they use as part of H.264 or VP9 video encoding. Knowing they accept ... | |
| Schiit Audio feedback I’ve got a Schitt stack for headphone listening in my den, feeding a Vali 2 and a Modi 3+ (AKM chip) with a cheap WiiM Pro streamer. Has worked fine so far over the last couple of years. Have loved tube rolling the Vali 2+, currently have some 692... | |
| Curious to know what you guys think/like about Pink Floyd's early work I really liked Meddle, Ummagumma, and Astronomy Domine. One thing we should all keep in mind when judging these albums is the crazy rate they were churned out. Back in those days, bands were on a treadmill by their labels to put out new albums aro... | |
| The "Very Best Record Cleaning Formulation" Interesting post. I've been using 91% isopropyl alcohol in my "mix" for a long time with what seems like reasonable results. I'll give your formula with the Everclear a try (on records, not on myself). I've not drank that stuff since college day... | |
| Has Your Hobby Changed? @baclagg good for you. I top out now at 12,500KHz and have 8000Hz tinnitus. But I still keep listening as often as I can. I'm sure the room treatment was worth it. The godawful sound from very expensive gear at audio shows is indicative of how mu... | |
| Has Your Hobby Changed? I’m with you. I’m about two years from retirement. I hope I make it and have several years left of good health to enjoy the music. As for gear, I’m still looking for my last speakers and a better streamer/DAC or standalones. Nothing crazy. My syst... | |
| FYI: Let visitors use your Wi-Fi for additional security I've not checked but when you set up a guest network I believe you can set a limit on how much of your bandwidth they "steal" so as to not affect your streaming music and/or video, or you can prioritize it above others. | |
| Does streaming music equate to high concert ticket prices They didn't get nicknamed "Ticketbastard" without reason. Just sayin'. | |
| Audio Research Dog Regarding receivership. High end audio is a tough business serving a niche market. I hope they will be bought out by someone who will appreciate the brand and will invest in it. Like the old saw goes, "The best way to make thousands of dollars in ... | |
| How To Keep Cat Off Stereo Equipment? Cats don’t like certain scents, especially citrus such as lemon (and some other scents like peppermint you can look them up). Keep some fresh cut lemons in a glass or maybe a peppermint plant near your equipment. I’ve got three cats and they neve... | |
| getting into streaming Just wanted to note that both Cambridge Audio and NAD came out recently with some great (at least on paper) entry level streamer/DACs...so you might want to take a look at one of those as perhaps a "step above the WiiM Mini" to feed your CD player... | |
| Are you interested in the new generation of "old school" design loudspeakers? @jonwolfpell the Volti Audio Razz are beautiful. Those finishes are amazing. I'd love the Natural Ash. A bit out of my price range so I’d probably settle for the JBL L-100. (Which I think were on sale a while back for $4000/pair). But yes, I’d lov... |