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| All time classics? Your top 3 or 4? I like TWL's list, almost without exception.Jasman's list too resonates with me.Some others mentioned, or not:KLH Model ? electrostatic speakersSME 3009Grace 707the AR ES turntableDynavector 10x cartridge, low cost high output mc still in producti... | |
| Sound quality of Rhino Records remasters? A safe buy if you want the music. Not always up to the standards set by the esoteric audiophile labels, but generally good enough. I have never been disappointed in the sound quality of a Rhino compilation. | |
| neutrality vs. realism The lack of a live reference is a problem, sort of. I just picked up and played the new Alison Krauss and Union Station Live cd - really enjoyed it (I'm a fan not a critic). Here's the thing: it's a live recording that you listen to through your s... | |
| Classe vs. Meridian I have a 508.24 and a 506.18. At least, I think it's still a 506.18. A few years ago, it was skipping pretty bad, so my friendly dealer sent it back to meridian for me, where it was fixed, loaded with the latest software, and given a new dac. This... | |
| neutrality vs. realism Oh Mike, I dont disagree with you at all. I get a lot of enjoyment out of my stereo system too. And I even think I get a sense of that palpable 3 dimensional presence stuff. But really, all you have is left and right, and from that you can derive ... | |
| neutrality vs. realism Ok, this thread has not been as interesting or funny as I expected. The essential problem is that stereo doesnt do real life. It's a 2 dimensional medium. So, you can either strive for neutrality, each component adding to or subtracting from the s... | |
| Carver CT 7 - Where are all the used ones? If you use the refine search feature and search completed items, you'll find one that ended last week with buy it now at $185. Advertised as flawless and in excellent cosmetic condition. Your guess looks good. When were they made/sold? | |
| Great Small Speakers w/ high WAF? Phil, the LS3/5a sized speakers like the Harbeth HL-P3ES or the little Spendor in a nice wood finish should do. My wife was not happy when I sold my last pair of rosewood P3's, and the buyer's wife was ecstatic.Only problem is, you have to find 28... | |
| Inverted Polarity Correction Question That will work if it's your only source, but really all you have to do is run your speaker cable from the positive terminal on the amp to the negative terminal on the speaker, and negative to positive.I can reverse phase on my cdp, but I used to k... | |
| What is the worst colour of speaker finish to you? I got a chuckle seeing this topic following the best color thread. But what do you mean? Visually or sonically? ;>) | |
| Minimonitor Choice: Proac 1sc vs. Totem Model 1s If you like the ProAc 2.5's, you might prefer the 1SC to the Totems. I preferred the Totems to the ProAcs by far. More coherent, more accurate, much better bass. I didnt notice any midrange congestion (not sure what that is), but they do require a... | |
| Audio vs. Other Reviews Kirk, Brian, actually I've asked Brian's question of a reviewer or two for a big magazine or two, and was told no, that rarely happens. I think most of the reviewers want to publish reviews and collect their $250 as often as possible.I think the p... | |
| Your Favorite Austin City Limits Ahem, Shelby Lynne. I don't know where the rest of you are coming from, but I was transfixed. Glad my wife wasnt around. ;-) BTW, Shelby's sister will be on the show in a few weeks:http://www.pbs.org/klru/austin/tvschedule/As far as music is conce... | |
| Anthem Pre 2L tube rolling question Hmm, that's a problem because I thought for sure Kevin told me the opposite, unless we arent talking about the same front. I could be mistaken, and as I said, I just swap all four. I'll see if I can raise him. | |
| Anthem Pre 2L tube rolling question Yes, put the good ones in front. If there is a difference, this will be an improvement, although not as much as with preamps such as the AI M3a where 2 are for the linestage and 2 are for the phono. That's what SF used to recommend. I swap out all... |