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| phono pre loading and gain question On the other hand, unless the amplifier input is very sensitive (like the Monarchy Audio SM-70) and the speakers are very efficient (maybe 95 dB/watt or better), TWL is probably correct that the 68 dB of overall preamplification would not provide ... | |
| phono pre loading and gain question Marty,Sorry to but in on Tom's possible answer, but without knowing the input sensitivity of Skeyebox's amp and the efficiency of his speakers and the size of his listening room and what average listening level Skeyebox personally prefers... Who c... | |
| Can my subwoofer sit right next to me? It might work so-so. But if you're using a second order crossover at 80 Hz, you are bound to get some directional cues from the sub, which will act to confuse the stereo imaging. But why not try it and see, you never know...If you can cross the su... | |
| SET's and solid state I believe that if the GFP 750 is used in its passive mode, there are no transistors in the signal path to color the sound. And if you need the additional gain of the active stage it really doesn't suffer very much in comparison to the purist passi... | |
| Adcom or Rogue preamps? Triumph,The Rogue 66 is a romantic unit, with fairly good detail but a plump mid-bass but lacking solid low bass. I've used both in a couple of different systems and prefer the Adcom unit for its accuracy and greater power at the frequency extreme... | |
| Turntable Shipping? Just one more word of caution... Don't use a packing service such as Mailboxes Etc. They are clueless on how to properly pack a high end turntable. I bought one where the seller used such a service and was apalled when I opened the shipping carton... | |
| Vyger anyone? The Indian Vyger is one of my favorite works of art. Unfortunately, I can't afford one. But I'm pleased to hear that it sounds almost as good as it looks and that even at it's lofty price it still has areas that could be improved. I'll be buying a... | |
| VPI Aries - either or question, please comment Jonmatd,Thanks for clearing up some of the confusion over the different Aries versions and the different platters and bearings.As you can probably tell from my posts, I really enjoyed Sunday's meeting too. Possibly the Tae Katora was a little plum... | |
| VPI Aries - either or question, please comment Semi, the latest HR-X comes with a clear acrylic platter, which is now apparently the favored platter, or at least Harry's favorite platter at the moment...I don't believe that the Aries are coming with the latest clear platter and inverted bearin... | |
| VPI Aries - either or question, please comment Kubla, by all means, let me add to your confusion. The "old Aires went through, I believe, at least two different platter and bearing changes and the JMW 10, now the 10.5, also went through a few changes as well. So I guess the question should be:... | |
| Love Audio Love Cars Dma, that NSX is an awesome car. I really want one, but can't afford it! I was passed by one on the highway once and it looked like some hi-tech dream from outer space. I love that car.Gunbei, that stinks about your GSR being stolen during the hol... | |
| VPI Aries - either or question, please comment Hi Gladstone,As to the sound of the HR-X, that's a more complicated question than it appears on the surface. It was dynamic and extended, and the midrange character appeared to be correct (neutral). The soundstage was expansive, especially with th... | |
| VPI Aries - either or question, please comment Kubla,This past Sunday, I attended a demonstration of the latest TNT Hotrod (at a NJAS club meeting) and we also had the new VPI Scout on hand for comparison, with the 9" arm and the SDS, which sounded very respectable as well.I believe the 9" arm... | |
| Love Audio Love Cars Yeah Gunbei, I have a '95 in Paradise blue/green, which should be lookin' good when I get it back (hopefully tomorrow!), and it does like to rev.It has a nice sound system too, with a CD changer, and a custom-built, powered subwoofer system contai... | |
| Love Audio Love Cars Taters,Years ago, I made the opposite choice - I sold my hot car (a vintage '69 Camaro) to focus more on my audio gear, and I've never regretted it. Cars are a black hole for your disposable income. Besides the insurance and the upkeep and the ste... |