njcardave
Responses from njcardave
| Recommendation for tube preamp Backert Labs Rhythm 1.4. | |
| Tube or solid state phono stage? Look into the DS Audio cartridge and transformer system. I have the entry level DS E1. LOVE it. | |
| Integrated Match to Focal Spora No. 2 My Sopra 2’s are powered by a McIntosh MC462 amp. The other equipment is a Backert Labs Rhythm 1.4 preamp connected to a Lumin U1 streamer and Aqua Acoustic LaScala DAC. I have a dedicated media room that measures 18’ x 31’ that is properly treate... | |
| Best and Worst customer service? I must admit that I have been very fortunate to have never had any issues with any audio manufacturers. In no particular order I can say that my experience with the following companies have been stellar. McIntosh Backert Labs SVS Bryston Audi... | |
| dac recommendations for turntable listener? I agree with the Aqua LaScala. The closest I’ve come to analog sound when streaming. I have heard a few DAC’s and am very pleased with my LaScala. If budget is an issue the Bryston BDA3 is excellent. | |
| Lumin Streamers Another Lumin U1 with X1 power supply owner here. A great sounding combination. Never had any problems. Connected to a Aqua Acoustics LaScala DAC, Backert Labs Rhythm 1.4 preamp, McIntosh MC462 amp and Focal Sopra 2 speakers. | |
| Speakers 10 years old or older that can compete with todays best, Paradigm Studio 100v2. 110 Lbs. each. Outstanding. Please read reviews online.I have a mint condition pair for sale. Let me know if anyone is interested. | |
| Best "Bang for the Buck" you have owned? About 12 years ago I picked up a vintage Kenwood KD-650 turntable for $150-. After a complete detail and polishing it is absolutely perfect. I installed the entry level DS Audio E1 cartridge and power supply, a perfect match. Sorry, NOT FOR SALE. | |
| PREAMPLIFIER UPGRADE QUESTION Backert labs. I own the Rhythm 1.4 . You can roll tubes and tune it in to your system. You very seldom see a Backert Labs on the pre-owned market. | |
| Phono pre amp recommendations? - upgrading from ICON AUDIO PS1 MK II Check out DS-Audio entry level. I have the the DS E1 on my vintage Kenwood KD-650. Contact Dr. Vinyl, tell him Dave sent you. 👍 | |
| why expensive streamers Lumin U1 with Aqua Acoustics LaScala DAC. SUPERB. | |
| Vintage Turntable Recommendation I highly recommend that you do some research on the KENWOOD KD-650. I have one that luckily works flawlessly. I have a DS-Audio DS E1 cartridge and transformer. Keep an eye out, you might find one go up for sale. | |
| So sad about Netflix sound quality. No one can hear it You are correct. After I put sound panels at the primary and secondary spots in my media room I experimented with diffuser panels. The overall sound is very pleasing. This has been a labor of love. I’ve been involved with the hobby for well over 5... | |
| So sad about Netflix sound quality. No one can hear it I installed the AppleTV-X in my system. I would ask that anyone looking for a visual and audio improvement to their home theater to check this out. If you never heard of it do the research. | |
| Need help with phono cartridge selection DS-Audio Optical cartridge and matching energizer. Try the entry level and thank me later. |