mrklas

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Biggest audio hoaxes
The Beatles and the "Paul is Dead" hoax! 
McIntosh
Chips shortages, commodity shortages and logistics capacity shortages are real in my opinion. I am a management consultant and have been very busy helping clients figure out contingency plans.In regards to McIntosh and their customer service, I... 
Anyone familiar with Canare 4s11 speaker wire sound and break in time
@audioman58 I agree there are upgrade options.  In my upgrade path, I tested Audioquest Rocket 44s and Kimber 12 TCs.  The Rocket 44s and 12 TCs demonstrated to me cables made a different but not in a good way.  I appreciated how Kimber treated me... 
Trades...
I have a trade that was interesting to me - perhaps you will find it interesting too.Over the last few years, I added digital and upgraded my integrated amp by first purchasing a preamp then an amp.During this process, I mentioned to my dealer how... 
Need help: turntable market in the $1500-$2000 range is overwhelming
@OP  Shipping damage is a real risk.  I appreciate Rega's lifetime guarantee for manufacturing defects for that specific reason.  Other manufacturers may have the same thing but that information and standing behind their product was the reason I b... 
Adding "Internet radio" to home system
I have a NAD 446 Internet Tuner and media player - I bought it 6-8 years ago so when I was building my stereo system.  It was my 'connection' point for digital music.  I don't use mine anymore - frankly it's collecting dust so if your in the DFW a... 
McIntosh MP100 update?
I don't know specially about the MP100 and I know many companies are struggling with manufacturing due to logistics disruptions, raw material/component shortages and staffing challenges. I don't know what your timeline for upgrading, but if you we... 
Anyone familiar with Canare 4s11 speaker wire sound and break in time
I used internal biwire 4S11 for a while - I thought they sounded good off the bat and enjoyed them.  Great bang for the buck. 
Looking for feedback on either the Musical Fidelity M3i of Simaudio Moon i3
I have heard multiple Moon products- I have a Moon DAC. I encourage you to audition them.  
Need help: turntable market in the $1500-$2000 range is overwhelming
I have been impressed with Rega for the money. I initially bought a RP1 to replace my Dual CS515. I’ve since upgraded to the P8. I think the P3 is a good option because of the upgrade path. And I the P6 is an excellent table at the upper range of ... 
Your tube preamp and ss amp thread
I have a tube preamp and SS amp (McIntosh C2600 & MC302).  I was a tube novice (and ignorant) and appreciate the features and sound.I've gained a bit more exposure to tube systems and for me it comes down to the results.  I've been impressed w... 
Any audiophiles into motorcycles
Ride safe!First bike was a Yamaha Vmax, the Harley Wide Glide then A Harley VROD and a Triumph Street Triple R. Enjoyed riding for years but a shoulder injury resulted in me shifting to cars.  
So you think wire conductors in cables are directional? Think again...
@millercarbon  I think your response is one-dimensional.  I'm suggesting the physics theories are wrong - I'm suggesting our perception of music is a 'point in time'When we listen to music we recognize our brain can augment our senses with memorie... 
So you think wire conductors in cables are directional? Think again...
This reminds me of the philosophical conversation the theologian had with an atheist.  "By participating in a discussion regarding the existence of God you have proved you believe God".I have wires that are directional - balanced cables and intern... 
Better/best fullrange nearfield speakers?
What you like!Speaker setup will be critical.  I think Devore Fidelity, Sonus faber and many other speakers could be fantastic.