ncarv

Responses from ncarv

Where Can I Buy Boxes to Ship LP's In?
http://www.bagsunlimited.com/ 
Monoblocks- different power cord length
I haven't had a problem. Some people believe there will be a difference in sound from the two and, I suppose, theoretically that would be possible, but, if there is, it is so infinitesimal that I haven't noticed any difference. 
Purist Audio & Stereophile
It's interesting, as well, that neither Stereophile nor Absolute Sound (as far as I can recall) ever mention Transparent Cables. 
Your favorite recent discovery
I know! It's whiskey drinkin' music! 
Your favorite recent discovery
Ramsay Midwood. "Shoot Out At The OK Chinese Restaurant" is one of the most original sets I've heard in a while. A mix of country, blues, rock, and I don't know what else. Some songs I could hear Mick & the Stones doing, others a bit like Tom ... 
Best and Worst Websites in Audio'dom
I don't bother with the bad ones, but one of the best is:http://www.soundstagenetwork.com/ 
Good Phono Pre-Amps...$500 to $1500
I used an Audio Research PH3 with my Linn/Dynavector 10x4 and it sounded excellent. I'm sure the PH3SE is even better. The PH3 usually sells for around $900-1000, and the PH3SE for $1400-1500. I'd go for the SE. 
Why was Audiogon started?
I don't mind commercial participation on audiogon, though perhaps it ought to be identified in a manner so that I can look at private ads, as opposed to dealers or manufacturers, separately.I do mind the arrogance of some dealers that Sherod speak... 
Well Tempered Labs out of business?
http://store.yahoo.com/stanalog/info.html 
Best speakers under $650
I don't know about "best," but I have heard the Epos M12's, and they are a terrific speaker. 
VTA: am I nutz?
Here's an interesting site on all this:http://homepages.compuserve.de/kistneraudio/Check out the link on "VTA" 
my $686 stereo system, laugh if you want...
If I'm laughing, it's in a good way. Cheers to you . . . great job!--Neil 
Sony DVP-S9000ES DVD Player skipping
Also, try unplugging and plugging it back in. 
So I heard some B&W Signature 805s today...
While I agree that listening in the dealer's room is not the best way to compare, it is usually the only way.I had a similar experience listening to the B&W's and Wilsons at the dealer. To my ears, there was no comparison. I wanted to keep lis... 
Favorite used Tube Preamps
VTL 2.5 - $750.