nickjn

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What do audiophiles listen in their cars?
I have a decent setup on my place, but funny part that my car audio is a disaster. Usually listen to 80's music. 
keeping amps cool?
Some amp's come with a thermal controlled fan, it only works when needed. 
Songs That Sound the Same
Nirvana's Come as You Are, sounds like Eighties from Killing joke..or vice versa. 
If you wanted to impress someone, which track?
Depeche Mode, it's no good. 
What's your favorite lyric from a song?
"There's never a forever thing" by A-ha 
DAC Recommendation around 2.5K
The Burson audio conductor have 24/192 capability and you can also switch Dac pcb to your liking. 
Luxman DA-06 Dac...anyone?
I've heard Luxman had some issues with the DA-06's USB interface (relay noise) have they fixed this? reviewers don't say anything about it. 
Will Japan market gear work on US current?
The S2000's doesn't have universal adaptability (from what i know) since there's a model for usa/uk and japan. You need a step down transformer. 
When did you start to love music and why?
"I personally think that music is like a time machine and can instantly transport you back to a time and place"...I always say this to my friends, this is very true. My love to good music started when my dad bought a vintage technics turntable, al... 
MC501 or MC601 or something else for B&W 802N?
Pass X250.5, if price is no object. 
Need help on tubes for my Lyr
With the HE-500 you need to try the Matsu 6922 tubes, it will suit your music well. 
Mach 2 Music website down?
I've heard a horror story from a guy who made an order from M2m and didn't receive a reply. Luckily he was able to get a refund from PP. 
a pre-amp around $4000 for my system
Audio Research is recommended for magneplanars. 
best used multichannel amp for the money...?
The Rotel 1095 is a beast of amp. From what i know rotel test their amps with B&W, you dont have to worry about a poor match. Have you considered the 1085? 
Cars. What does the typical audiophile drive?
Dodge charger, the engine sounds as good as my vintage gear.