rick_n
Responses from rick_n
| Does You Subwoofer Settings ?? "Do most find that subwoofer settings are not perfect for every song you play ??" Yes it will always be recording dependent. Nothing is mixed the same. If you have a high enough resolving system you will even find this from track to track on th... | |
| Bluesound Node versions SQ I would put my money into a Node + LPS combo, no question. This is one of the best bangs for the buck across all audio. Adding the LPS will reveal much more and at the same time tighter bass. It will take the SQ of the streamer up to that of th... | |
| Moon 390 Network Streamer I've spent some time with the 390 and really liked it. Thought it played very well with Sonus Faber speakers. The first thing I remember was that the sound staging punched way above its price point. | |
| New Amp Advice I would reach out to Will Kline (formerly of Sonus Faber), I believe he's now at Shunyata. I would trust his opinion, he will likely get you going in the right direction. | |
| A great has died Garth will be missed. | |
| Is it easier to sell mono blocks or stereo amp on the used market? I think that you'll find that the price point not the form factor will be the determining factor. | |
| What actually determines volume power? Is it watts? The volume of output power is best measured in the amperage output. Output in wats is too easy to manipulate by the manufacturer. Why not borrow an other amp from a friend and see what that does in your system? | |
| If you HAD to purchase a used (over 4 years old) DAC, what would it be? How is one supposed to make a recommendation when nothing has been shared about what the DAC will be playing with or your listening preferences? | |
| Needing DAC Advice Sounds like a ladder DAC would get you where you would like to go. At your price point you could swing a Denafrips or Holo Audio. I would look at those first. The Holo has a reputation of being a little more "tuby" than the Denafrips with lean... | |
| What were your favorite gear additions in 2024? In my digital only system, my 2024 DAC upgrade was very impactful. Get the very best DAC you can afford and it will be money well spent. HNY and good listening in 2025. Rick N | |
| Which subwoofer should I get? I run two SVS SB4000 in my HT room and know the sound very well. I don’t think they would be ideal in a 2 Chanel setup. I don’t think they will have enough speed and you will wind up with bass overhang that muddies the two Chanel system. I think f... | |
| Room is way too bright. Treat the room as much as the budget and WAF will allow. Stay away from any synthetic fabrics/rugs. Natural fibers will do what you're looking for. If room allows, experiment with some tall natural plants, you would be surprised what this will ... | |
| Test tones through Qobuz, is this possible? On Qobuz: search for the frequency tone that you want to hear, i.e. 50hz. You should find what you're looking for. | |
| Optimize or buy new gear..? ho·me·o·sta·sis: Aim to keep your components complimentary and of balanced quality. Balance = Optimization Exorcise your system and cast off the weakest links! | |
| Seller Question - I need UPS to come get these large speaker boxes - how to manage that? Get a quote from XPO Logistics and make sure insurance is included in the price. |