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| Magico - a new Mini? Holenneck,Thanks for link. I'm sure the Q1 will sound better than the Mini II. I would be nice if it were also more efficient and costs less. Has anyone heard the Q3? | |
| Health Effects of Acoustic Revive RR-77? Jfz,I've had one in my LR near my audio rack for about a year. I decided to leave it on 24/7. I have not noticed any ill health effects, though I'm not sure if subtle health changes can be noticed or even measured. I do feel good when I listen to ... | |
| Pass X vs XA amps sound quality in class A range Rhyno,I just read your review of the XA60.5 in PF. Well written and informative review. Thanks for the reference. Tuong,They switch into Class AB, not specified in the manuals and then clip at power ratings much higher. The XA.5 series amps are ve... | |
| VTA and cartridge loading Stops,Thanks for the further explanation. I agree that VTA has a bigger effect on sound than does loading. This thread has me thinking I should play with loading some more. With my phono, unfortunately, that involves taking off the top of the unit... | |
| VTA and cartridge loading Stops,If you set VTA/SRA first, do you also adjust VTA on-the-fly for different LP thicknesses. This would suggest that those listeners who do adjust for each LP, set their VTA last. Or do you then readjust loading again after you adjust VTA for e... | |
| VTA and cartridge loading Samhar,I start with setting the VTF in the middle of the recommended range. Then I set the arm to be level on a thin LP. Then I set alignment using a MintLP protractor. Then I set antiskate low, maybe .5-.8g. Then I try different loading values, i... | |
| Preamp for Pass Labs XA30.5 Would you consider selling your amp and adding the $2k to buy a Pass Labs INT30.5? I think this is basically an integrated amp based on the XA30.5 and XP10. I have not heard it, but one advantage is having only one box. I have read a good review o... | |
| Pass X vs XA amps sound quality in class A range I have a small room (15'X16'X7.3') and don't listen very loudly. However, my speakers are 86dB with a 4ohm load and I just played the Chesky Drum Track LP at 95dB and my needles were moving all over the place, not pegged, but they moved about 3/4"... | |
| VTA and cartridge loading Hi Sam,My AirTight PC-1 cartridge is loaded at 22 ohms at my Pass Xono. The VTF is 2.1g and antiskate is at about .8 on my SME V arm. VTA is close to level, adjusted by ear. I don't change VTA as it is difficult on my SME arm. | |
| Pass X vs XA amps sound quality in class A range I owned the XA160 and switched to the XA100.5 and now the XA160.5. I have a difficult speaker load in a small room and don't usually listen beyond peaks of about 95dB with mostly classical music. There is no comparison between the XA and the XA.5.... | |
| a good pre amp with remote usd6000 or less used I agree with those who suggested the Pass Labs XP-20. I have one and love it. As you own the XA160 already, it would be an excellent match. It has XLR inputs and output and there are two for sale now for around $6,000. It is a very good preamp. Ne... | |
| Uni-Protractor Set tonearm alignment I don't know enough about alignment geometry to understand or even question which geometry is best for my particular arm/LP type. I will follow the recommendations of those who know more than I do and listen to the results.For me, the two aspects ... | |
| Why Don't We See More High Current Electronics? Atmasphere,You stated basically that you think the goal of any high end audio system is to have the equipment sound like real music. I think many would agree with this approach. However, given the great variety of recording quality, doesn't this i... | |
| LAST Record Preservative. Do you believe? Benjie,Thank you for making this direct comparison. Did you happen to notice any difference with the high frequencies on the new LP before you put Last Preserve on it? I know it's too late now to go back and listen, but this is one criticism I hav... | |
| Uni-Protractor Set tonearm alignment Syntax,I presume you prefer yours stirred and not shaken. Great photos as always.Robob,Perhaps you should start a specific thread about the different SME arms or do a search in the archives. There is lots of information regarding these arms. You c... |