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| Changing from an XV1-S Thom,Thanks. Yes, I have been reading that thread and wish I could attend the demonstration. I have met a few of the people who will be in attendance. I trust their ears and experience, and look very forward to reading the opinions after the demo.... | |
| Changing from an XV1-S Andromedaaudio,I'm not writing that one needs to spend $15/20K on an analog front end to get good sound. Quite the contrary. The single best dealer demo I have heard included the SME 10 table, stock arm, stock cable and a $600 Dynavector cartridge... | |
| Changing from an XV1-S I'm one of the people who had heard Madfloyd's former VPI front end. I can tell you there is no comparison between what he had and what he now listens to. The XV-1S remains and now sounds great.Having written that, I am curious about the XV1S/A90 ... | |
| Experienced audiophiles best speaker Pani,What do you mean by "analytical character"? Besides the Harbeths coloring the signal, how can they analyze it? Do you mean overly "revealing" or something else?Regarding the subject of disclosure, I, too, agree with Audiofeil. I don't know wh... | |
| Clearaudio Double Smart Matrix or Loricraft PRC4 Mark,I was not aware of the AVIS #15. Is it used before the enzyme soak or instead of it? How would you describe one versus the other?Regarding your stance that the VPI 16.5 with the 4-step AVIS gives better results than a "$4000 Loricraft ...with... | |
| Clearaudio Double Smart Matrix or Loricraft PRC4 Dan,Your report rings sad but true in my experience. I soak new and used but fairly clean LPs for 10-15 min. with the AIVS enzyme cleaner that Doug uses and I'm astounded with the improvement in clarity and dynamics. I have done this demo for two ... | |
| Go analog or upgrade digital I think it basically comes down to how big a vinyl collection one has and if he/she enjoys the music in that collection. Vinyl is a big commitment and expense to do well, though it's rewards can be great. If I had a good and large LP collection, I... | |
| Best U.S.A. speakers? Eggleston and Magico. They may not be the "best", but they are made in Memphis and San Fransisco/Bay Area respectively. | |
| Experienced audiophiles best speaker Padrillo,You mention Boston. I suggest you put Goodwins High End in Waltham on your list of places to visit. They have a few of the brands you mention and are a very accommodating dealership. Enjoy the search. | |
| Clearaudio Double Smart Matrix or Loricraft PRC4 Yes, I agree. I demag up on my third floor, two floors away from the cartridge, speaker magnets etc. The device picks up the screws under my wood floor and buzzes. Scary stuff, but this is a crazy hobby at times.A demag party sounds fun. | |
| Clearaudio Double Smart Matrix or Loricraft PRC4 Dan and Doug,Do you guys demag your LP's once only or do you notice additional demags are needed over time? Could it be like the Cardas Frequency Sweep I use for my cartridge every week or two but less often?We could start a separate Demag thread ... | |
| Pass Labs:What to expect fm XA60.5 to XA100.5 If the amp is going back to Pass for repair anyway, perhaps you could just contact Mark @ Reno to set up an audition of the XA100.5 and the X350.5. I'm sure Pass and Reno could work out an accommodation as customer service is a top priority for th... | |
| Pass Labs:What to expect fm XA60.5 to XA100.5 Pubul57,I think the XA60.5 should have enough power for Elmerpoh to enjoy his system. I've tried (unsuccessfully I guess) to make three points in this thread. 1) I have always benefitted from more power with my Pass amps. Enough power to drive a g... | |
| Pass Labs:What to expect fm XA60.5 to XA100.5 Elmerpoh,I must have misunderstood you. I thought from your original post that the dealer is getting new stock (both the X350.5 and the XA100.5) in the next 3-4 weeks. I assumed you would simply be able to listen and compare them to your XA60.5 at... | |
| Clearaudio Double Smart Matrix or Loricraft PRC4 Hello Randy,I use an old Geneva Audio/Video Tape Eraser which I originally bought through an audio dealer to demagnetize CD's in the early 90's. I think it was originally designed to erase VHS tapes. It cost about $80 back then and I now use in it... |