pmburnett
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| Does your system take you there or...? I respectfully disagree with some of you that think going "there" is better. I very much prefer being able to turn off the lights and "feel" the performers in my room. That's not to say, though, that my room remains the 12*16*8 space that it is. T... | |
| Does your system take you there or...? Thanks for the interesting commentary so far. I used Ani as an example because it's easier for me to visualize walking around in a small ensemble rather than walking around in an orchestra. As I said, I prefer having the performance in my room, bu... | |
| Does your system take you there or...? I guess I need to clarify. Both systems are in my listening room at the moment. I bought the new system for my office, but break-in is occurring in my listening room. Same source, same cables, same speakers, same rack, same recordings. While there... | |
| Anyone compared NAD and Cambridge Intergrateds? I can tell you that the Cambridge 340A is quite good. I haven't compared to NAD. Also, I haven't heard the newer version the 350A.PMB | |
| Any expereince with Coincident Frankenstein II Amp Firochromis, don't rule out the Manley's. I have them and love them. I haven't heard the Frank's, though. It would be nice to hear from someone with experience from both amps in the same system. My Manley's are partnered with a Manley Steelhead pr... | |
| Does phono stage noise drive you crazy too? My Manley Steelhead is quiet as the grave. Love it. Not sure if you have tubes in your setup but when I first received my Manley amps one of the input tubes had been damaged during shipping and produced some noise similar to what you are describin... | |
| Suggestions for building system As for integrateds, the Cambridge 340A is stellar for the money. I have one, and can vouch for it. Stephen Mejias also just wrote about it in his new column. the 350A just replaced it. The entry-level Marantz is also supposed to be excellent. One ... | |
| What amp are you using with your Zu Essences? Just thought I would chime in one more time. I have about 150 hours in on my Manley Steelhead which is partnered with my Manley 300B amps-- replacing the receiver that was performing stand-in until the Steelhead arrived. After replacing a tube in ... | |
| Best TT for the buck? Glad to see you are enjoying it. Sounds like you had the same reaction as me. I expected decent sound, but I was not prepared for how good my tt actually sounded.PMB | |
| Buying a Tube Amplifier I totally disagree with some of the posters above about electric guitars and tube amps. The tonal density of electric guitars is represented MUCH better on my current tube setup than any of my previous ss setups. Tubes are not necessarily about "w... | |
| Digital guy, thinking of taking the analog plunge. Since you are new, stay with new unless you can buy local and have good dealer support.Also, I would recommend that you go with a either a pre-packaged combo or purchase from a source that will ensure good system matching (especially table/arm/car... | |
| Good turntable needed, need recomendations. FWIW, I totally get and agree that appearance should be a factor when you are likely to spend that kind of money. It's not one of my primary considerations, but I think it is a valid consideration.I have come to really dig the retro look and feel ... | |
| Good turntable needed, need recomendations. Sounds like you might be a candidate for an Oracle VI. Should be in your price range, looks nice (but there is that pesky acrylic), and is supposed to be top notch.I am fairly new to vinyl as well, and not playing quite in your price range. I have... | |
| Is this Foolish? Bill, thanks for your time offline. You provided some quite useful information.PMB | |
| Is this Foolish? I should specify the Thorens TD-160 HD.PMB |