rick_n
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| Help me find my ideal Stereo Integrated Amp +1 to @jomonhifi for the Diablo recommendation, that will sound fantastic. Unfortunately, that path can be a bit of a Snipe hunt because there aren't very many 300s that come up used. Another consideration would be a new Hegel H400 (no phono sta... | |
| Help me find my ideal Stereo Integrated Amp What will be your primary listening source, stream or vinyl? When streaming, what is your preferred provider (some amps will do one but not an other service)? | |
| Friends hi-fi system not very good, what do you do or say? You're close to the third rail here....."Honey do I look fat in these jeans?" The easy answer is a redirect. Don't talk about your system or his but embrace the brotherhood of the hobby and invite him over to your room. | |
| Sub suggestions please I'm sure most experienced people here would strongly suggest getting two subs not just one. Two subs are exponentially easier to integrate to the mains and always sound much better. Good luck and cheers. | |
| Wilson Alexia 2 lacking some bass Very well sorted out system, congrats. The setup guides are just starting points and the sound you hear is totally dependent on the nuances our your listening room. Every little detail of the room matters. Perhaps your listening position is in ... | |
| Bluesound Node130 LPS upgrade... Do it. I agree with with was said above about taking stock of your system and where you want to get it. Over the years I've done many different upgrades and none have come close to the uptick in performance with the LPS on my Node. I have it ru... | |
| Which of my components has the better built in DAC? Your Mac's DAC should sound better to you. I would try both coax and USB for the connection. The biggest difference will be using the USB connection clocking will be done by the Mac which may sound better. | |
| Speaker Isolation tweaks ? IsoAcoustics Iso pucks sound like a fine idea. There are lower cost alternatives but they should accomplish what you're looking for. Maybe find a place where you could return the pucks if you don't get the improvement that you're hoping for? Th... | |
| Placing Instrument Separation of Large Ensembles in Recordings The recordings and mixing are all different and thus will always deliver a different presentation. This can even be heard on the same record. Keep in mind that a small trio is relatively easy to mix vs. a full orchestra with so many more things ... | |
| Speaker Isolation tweaks ? Yes, you would have to account for the weight of the stands for the Gaia feet. You might get a better acoustic improvement by placing an iso stand between the speakers and the stands. | |
| Reasonably priced preamplifier Demo, demo, demo! Trust YOUR ears. | |
| Hegel H120 or H190 You never specified your preferred source. In the case that you're streaming, I'd take a hard look for a used H390. Since the new H400 is out there should be some 390s around at a good price. | |
| ???What's The LEAST Expensive "End Game"Amplifier You've Ever Heard??? bump | |
| any ideas? If you added another piece of equipment or appliance on the same power circuit it could be a ground loop. Try a cheep three prong adapter from the hardware store and see if that stops the hum. Good luck and cheers | |
| Magico A3 or A1+Sub OK thanks for the info on the room. @ozzy62 get some coffee and make sure the glass is half full....LOL. I have a couple of thoughts on how approach this and make use of your excellent Sim gear. If you're into EDM you will really want to hea... |