pkatsuleas

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Whats on your turntable tonight?
Chick Corea - The LeprechaunLove itGentle Giant - Missing PieceInteresting, one of their more 'poppy'? 'mainstream'? albums.  
Maggie LRS so ridiculously good
keegiam, I think it's more important how the amp does with 4 ohm or below loads than how many watts.  I've tried my McCormack dna .5 and Rogue Atlas Magnum 3 tube amp (each 100 watts) with good results.  But, my Hegel H360 is the best combination.... 
Maggie LRS so ridiculously good
I agree one of the best bang for your buck speakers out there.  I was lucky enough to pick up an almost new pair several months ago.  Everything they say is true - good power/current and get them out into the room.  Right now using a Hegel H360 in... 
Whats on your turntable tonight?
Chick Corea - Akoustic Band from '89Just picked up today.  Says digital master on the album cover but this thing sounds great.  Had to use the Milty and carbon fibre brush several times but not too crackly.    
Tinnitus sufferer: is it the speakers or the 24bits/192kHz
Mocktender, yeah sorry, I guess I didn't really answer your question.  I just find it interesting and important for the community to share tinnitus info of any kind.  Who knows, something might just help someone find a bit of relief one of these d... 
Tinnitus sufferer: is it the speakers or the 24bits/192kHz
+1 erichsch, jerks just can't help themselves.  Thats why they are jerks.Mocktender, you still here?  I find stress levels/elevated blood pressure to cause an increase in symptoms.  Even though you've had the condition for years definitely get you... 
Soft, smooth organic SS integrated amps?
+1 on the Hegel.  I picked up a used H360 several months ago and it is indeed very smooth and a bit warm in my room.  Never a harsh moment with any of my speakers and powers my LRS with ease.  Maybe not quite as 'organic' sounding as First Watt bu... 
What room treatment product have transformed your room or audio system?
Are you handy?  I used Owens Corning 703 panels for first reflection points on sidewalls and ceiling.  Wrapped them in fabric, very easy and inexpensive.  Made a huge improvement in soundstage and imaging.  Just be cautious while handling (mask, g... 
Front ported or sealed monitors for shop
Thanks mesch.  Interestingly, I traded in a pair of 686 a few years ago for a phono pre.  They were rear ported though so would not have worked.  The hunt is on! 
Front ported or sealed monitors for shop
Thanks all. Yes, been considering building my own as well.  Would be fitting for the workroom right?  Looked at the GR Research site but nothing front ported or sealed.  I will peruse the others, thanks for the links.   Multiple speakers might be ... 
CD player reliability.... good and bad.
Interesting news about leaving a CD in the tray.  My Rega Planet was purchased used about 15 yrs ago and still going strong.  It stays on 24/7 and there is usually a CD left in it.  Maybe I'll start taking the CD out after use so I can get another... 
Looking for RP6 insight
In Chicago so that's a yes.  Very near Music Direct actually.Thanks 
Looking for RP6 insight
Thank you all for the replies.  Unfortunately, I was a day late.  The unit sold yesterday.  The hunt continues.  I have a line on a fairly new Music Hall mmf 5.1 for $600.  Anyone care to comment on that TT?  Or maybe I just ante up for a new one.... 
Looking for RP6 insight
Thanks for the reply.  Not looking for comparisons really, unless someone can directly compare the rp6 to an old Dual 1219.  I have been told by a few people much more knowledgable about TTs than myself that I will have to spend over $1k to beat t... 
Better Integrated Amp?
You seem set on a TT for your first system.  Is there any reason for this?  Do you have a  collection of records already?  If not you have to add the cost of vinyl into your budget.  Not inexpensive these days unless you like older music and scour...