ricmech23

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What’s your latest high-end audio purchase?
I went from integrated to separates. Purchased the Peachtree PreDac and Gan400. Previously had the Nova 300. I have to say I’m very happy with it. I’m not sure it qualifies as high end but for me it is.   
Recommendations for HiFi Listening Room
Klipsch Hertiage Series speakers paired with a set of subs. You can’t go wrong with that setup especially with the variety of music you guys listen to.   
SME 3009 S2 Improved Tonearm problem...possibly
Try lowering your gain setting. I had similar issue with my setup when I went from MM to MC cartridge.   
One turntable with two arms, or two turntables with one each - which would you prefer?
One turntable, one phono stage, a Manley Steelhead and up to three tone arms. How cool would that be!   
My Major System Upgrades in 2022 and Impact of Each
@nyev Thank you for sharing.   
How can I add MQA decoding with my current setup?
@arvincastro Thank you. I was actually looking at the Mytek dacs.   
How can I add MQA decoding with my current setup?
If I were to get a new DAC that has MQA capabilities what would be the recommendation for a price point around three thousand? I would be ok with used if that presented a better deal.   
How can I add MQA decoding with my current setup?
It hasn’t been too long since I got the PreDac so I really do not want to change it out yet. I may look into Qobuz as a solution. I’m starting to wonder if going through the trouble of even getting a DAC that would unfold MQA is even worth it sinc... 
Best Stereo Upgrade Value
I’d have to say it’s  the subwoofers that did  it for me. I’m running two subs but I purchased them one at a time. When I added the first one I was WOWED. And then when I added the second one it was close to having the same effect on me as I had w... 
Full range speaker recommendation
Check out focal arias.   
McIntosh Group purchased by PE firm
What are the chances of them moving to Dallas?  
Up to $4000US tower speakers for Jazz and Classical Music
Maybe consider getting subs to go with the speakers you already have. A pair would get you there.   
Ohm Acoustic Corp., Brooklyn NY
Get the Cornwalls and don’t look back. I know I have a pair. And customer service is huge deal to me and CRUTCHFIELD is second to none.   
Your sub experience: Easy or hard?
I’d say it was maybe a 7 on a scale of 1-10, 10 being the most difficult. Difficult in terms of finding the best placement for sound quality and aesthetics. I think I found the best setup for the room I have them in. I could probably spend more ti... 
My upgrade
OP, Can you describe the difference you’re hearing  with the JC5 vs the Peachtree? I used to have a Nova 300 so I’m curious how much different it is.