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| New McIntosh MA 8900 Integrated amp Today I got to listen to the MAC6700 receiver with the new Wilson Alexia speakers and Nordost speaker cables. I am told that, in terms of amplification, the MAC6700 should be much the same as the new MA8900 integrated amp. I will say, the amp is ... | |
| New McIntosh MA 8900 Integrated amp @ scorpio1951,Thanks. Yes, that review is what got me interested in the first place. I was also hoping to see if anybody had personal experience yet. | |
| New McIntosh MA 8900 Integrated amp Well, there is a dealer here but they don't keep much McIntosh in stock. Which means they would have to order it and therefore would have no incentive to give me any sort of discount. I may have to try over in Dallas. | |
| What cartridge to replace my Audioquest 404 BH? I'm now thinking of picking up a phono pre-amp and then connecting to an extra analog input on my receiver instead of using the built-in phono pre-amp. This opens up lots of options for me, such as the Ortofon Quintet series of "affordable" MC ca... | |
| What cartridge to replace my Audioquest 404 BH? Thanks, lewm. Yes, I ordered and installed a new belt from LP Gear. I'll also replace the bearing lube, which I still have some of the original. | |
| What cartridge to replace my Audioquest 404 BH? Thanks for the reply! I do need to make sure that any cartridge I buy matches my tone arm in terms of compliance. | |
| Legacy Audio Focus SE compared to the Legacy Aeris Speakers I'm a simple guy, so I REALLY wish Legacy would release a passive Aeris that you could just hook up to an amp and crank it up. They could always include a bass attenuation switch like they do with their other speakers. The issue for me is the Wa... | |
| Legacy Audio Focus SE compared to the Legacy Aeris Speakers I agree that the Aeris is a league up from the Focus SE, but only when the Aeris is set up optimally. When doing the online room equalization process, it is not that hard to get a bad setup. I heard the Aeris after a setup, and all the mid-bass ... | |
| best tube integrated under $5000 ? " I would look at the Raven Osprey great sounding integrated. "True. Or hold out for the upcoming Raven Eagle integrated. | |
| Amplifier for my new Focal Sopra no2 If you are open to tube amplification, and given that the Sopra n2 are said to be a relatively easy speaker to drive, I'd strongly recommend a Raven Audio amp. Sound stage is just through the roof, vocals are sublime, and bass is deep and tigh... | |
| best speakers what do you think IMO, if you are going to spend $7K, you owe it to yourself to audition the Legacy Audio Signature SE. I can't find a better OVERALL speaker at that price. Air Motion ribbon tweeters, dedicated mid driver, and two 10" woofers for 22Hz bass extens... | |
| Add a Subwoofer to my Vandersteen 1ce s or replace with Revel Concerta2 F36 @voodooman13 Upgrading speakers will likely be the most immediate path to getting significantly better sound. The F36 is a nice speaker, but you have other options. You owe it to yourself to visit Destination Hi Fi in Los Angeles and listen to a... | |
| Sonus Faber Olympica II Speakers vs. something else? Lots of nice options suggested here. In the $7K size and price range, I'd certainly try out a set of Legacy Audio Signature SE. You get the Air Motion ribbon tweeter and mid tweeter, as well as true 22Hz bass response. I was able to do some ext... | |
| Dynaudio Contour 20 impressions Of course it's always good to audition as many as you can, but I wouldn't buy any of those without listening to a set of Legacy Audio Classic HD. Ribbon tweeter, along with great mids and actual 30Hz bass extension. If you can go up to the $7K p... | |
| Ayon's "Scorpio" tube imtegrated amp vs PrimaLuna Dialogue Premium tube integrated??. I did some extensive listening with the Blackhawk LE paired with 92dB sensitivity Legacy Audio Signature SE speakers. The sound was just excellent from top to bottom, but especially vocals. The Raven are built in Texas for sure. Call Dave and t... |