pdreher
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| New Melody Gardot release I'm listening to the Qobuz version labeled HR... and it sounds sublime, regardless of the actual sampling rate. | |
| Bluesound Vault 2i, with external DAC and hi-end CD player I own the Bluesound Vault 2, connected to the DAC of an Audio Aero Capitol Reference CDP. While I've found the Bluesound definitely benefits from an external DAC, the cd's ripped to the Vault don't sound as good as cd's played direct from my CDP. | |
| What's the deal with Vintage Tube Service? I cancelled an order with Andy at Vintage Tube Services over a decade ago because it was taking too long to fill the order and he’s banned me from making new purchases ever since. Don’t cross him, or "NO SOUP FOR YOU!!!"Brent Jessee has been my go... | |
| Lampizator to which dedicated music streamer? @ three_easy_paymentsDo you know if there are sizable sound quality differences between the U1 and the U1 Mini? I know the U1 has an all aluminum housing, but I would not want to spend more just for aesthetics. Also, have you tried bypassing you... | |
| Who's using Harbeth with tubes, what speaker model and how many watts per channel? @aj523 would love to see that review translated into English, but have been unable to find it. | |
| Tubes most likely to improve SQ? RAM EL34's are rich and smooth sounding. Highly recommended. | |
| Who's using Harbeth with tubes, what speaker model and how many watts per channel? I've used Harbeth 40.1's with the following tube amps:McIntosh MC275 MKV - 75 WPC (good synergy)VAC Ren. 30/30 MK3 - 32 WPC (love this amp, but could have benefitted from more power)VAC Ren. 70/70 Sig - 68 WPC (great amp, great synergy)VAC PHI 200... | |
| Thought My Harbeth M40.1's Were Forever Speakers - Guess Not ditto @twoleftears | |
| Thought My Harbeth M40.1's Were Forever Speakers - Guess Not ditto @twoleftears I've recently been corresponding with a fellow Goner that recently purchased a new pair of 40.3XD's that confirmed he was initially very worried as they were initially very harsh, but finally blossomed after a break-in period. | |
| Is this an Upgrade or a Lateral Move? John Atkinson's Stereophile measurements indicate Pulsars are easy to drive... "the Pulsar is an easy load for the partnering amplifier to drive. Not only is the phase angle relatively low, the impedance remains above 8 ohms for most of the audio... | |
| EARBUDS! I tried Campground Audio buds and wanted to like them, but could not get them to stay in my ear. I've decided to stick with Apple... nothing fancy, but cost effective and they work! | |
| Is this an Upgrade or a Lateral Move? My sympathies for your loss.I owned a BAT VK30 many years ago... is was easy on the eyes, but an under-performer sonically. Recommend you get off the BAT train and explore other options. I had good luck with Aesthetix Calypso and Calypso Signatu... | |
| What tube amp for Harbeth 40.1 @decooney I use a vintage Music Reference RM9 MK2 refurbished by Roger Modjeski in 2017. It's been the best all around amp in my 20 years as an active audiophile. | |
| Thought My Harbeth M40.1's Were Forever Speakers - Guess Not The Anni's are demo's... new as of February 2020. Not sure how many hours are on them, but I'm guessing < 500. | |
| What tube amp for Harbeth 40.1 @decooney I did try well matched RAM Gold Lion KT77's with my 40.1's and just found them to be "okay", as they lacked the bass of Gold Lion KT88's and the warmth of RAM EL34's. Not my favorite tube for my application... but acknowledge synergy is... |