ricred1

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Aerial 7T to Dynaudio C2
jwincville,I ended up changing everything. You can view my system on Audiogon. My current speakers are Monitor Audio PL500 IIs. 
DO CABLES REALLY MATTER?
I think some of us are our own worst enemy and won't take components (including cables) seriously unless they cost a certain amount. The manufacturers know that and price stuff accordingly. 
"The End of The Road"
I’ve said, the end of the road for me was two years ago after I purchased Monitor Audio PL500 II speakers. Although I’ve contemplated several different speakers, I still have them. 
KEF blades 2 or Dynaudio C4?
I disagree Audiotroy. The moderators didn't make you respond or say anything.  
KEF blades 2 or Dynaudio C4?
There is a thread on Audiogon about why some people hate the high-end. Reading the comments from a former and current dealer provides plenty of reason for some to hate the high-end.  
KEF blades 2 or Dynaudio C4?
tatyana69,I'm not a dealer and I don't own KEF speakers. You may not have a preference for the Blades, but I will tell you the room and/or equipment can significantly affect the overall sound. I initially heard the Blades at RMAF a couple of years... 
Monitor Audio Center Platinum PLC150 vs Gold 350
What speakers do you have?  
Wireworld
I think it's funny how dealers use words, " The Wireworld cables are very well balanced, they did not sound as treble highlighted as the Nordost." You can also conclude that Wireworld cables don't have the detail of some cables.  
Hegel H360 or H590 or Constellation Inspiration Integrated 1.0 for Magico A3
iar,I agree this hobby can be very frustrating. Although no longer, I was in sales for 20 years and I have to remind myself that dealers are trying to sell me something. It's funny how all of them say they carry the best.   
Hegel H360 or H590 or Constellation Inspiration Integrated 1.0 for Magico A3
I'm sorry, but I don't really care what the reviews say. If I hear something, only my ears count. As much money as this stuff cost, I would have to be a serious fool to purchase something based on a review. I had another Audiogon member(Calvin) wi... 
Hegel H360 or H590 or Constellation Inspiration Integrated 1.0 for Magico A3
I heard the A3s with the T+A PA3100HV at Lonestar Audio Show and they didn't sound good. I heard them again with different components  and they sound like an entirely different speaker.  
Wireworld
I've found the opposite of what Audiotroy stated to be true. Why? Cables are system dependent and results will vary!  
KEF blades 2 or Dynaudio C4?
Dealers will Always push what they carry! Some directly, some indirectly. I take what they say with a gigantic grain of salt. If I'm truly interested in a product I go listen and let my ears decide.  
Wireworld
Cables are system dependent...in my system the Wireworld Silver Eclipse speaker cables were great, until I compared them to Clarus Crimson. Same for the Wireworld Platinum Eclipse 7 XLRs, until I inserted Audioquest Fire XLRs. The problem with cab... 
Does hearing the best in high end audio make your opinions more valid?
No absolutes in Audio,  only preferences; therefore no such animal as the best.