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Active Subwoofer Crossover
So in theory, a external electronic crossover provides more flexibility and should allow a more seamless integration of the mains with the subwoofer? Does the external crossover take the place of the preamp or is everything still controlled via th... 
Parasound JC2 compatibility with Quicksilver v4's
No matter what I think, I do agree with Charles. The only way to determine your preference is with your own ears. 
Parasound JC2 compatibility with Quicksilver v4's
I had a JC2 and sold it immediately. I didn't think it was good. I currently have a Jeff Rowland Corus preamp and it's significantly better in every conceivable way...tonality, imaging, soundstage, bass, everything! 
Enthusiast's Review A/B Focal Sopra 2 and Electra 1028be (II)
Good review! I've never heard the 1028BE 2s. I had an opportunity to listen to the Sopra 2s and came to the same conclusion as you...with all the talk about how great they are, I thought I was crazy! That being said, our opinions doesn't invalidat... 
Vienna Liszt vs. Focal Sopra No2
This hobby is very subjective and I submit speakers have the largest range of opinions compared to other components. The sound of speakers has to be put in the context of the system/room they are apart of. I'm sort of in the same position as you..... 
Which Peachtree Amp to use with D5 speakers?
220se, I had one and submit it's very good.  
The one piece of gear you will never sell
Hard to say never, but my Jeff Rowland 625 S2 amp and  Corus preamp 
Aerial 7T to Dynaudio C2
jafant,No speaker is great to everyone and the associated equipment/room has a significant impact on what you are hearing. I heard the Magico 3s, Joseph Audio Pearls, and Focal Sopra 2s at RMAF this past October. I understand it was under show con... 
Aerial 7T to Dynaudio C2
Decided to stay with my speakers and purchased an Aurender N10 to replace my Bryston BDP2. I'm done! 
Aerial 7T to Dynaudio C2
Are there any former Aerial 7T owners on here? What speakers did you go to? 
Aerial 7T to Dynaudio C2
Brownsfan,Thanks for your input. I attended RMAF in October and I believe I listened to Dali's. This hobby is very subjective and I came away from RMAF with more respect for my Aerial 7ts. I've recently changed my amp/preamp, DAC and now it's time... 
DAC vs. Preamp
jon2020,I can't speak on the difference between going direct from the Aeris dac to power amps vs through the Corus preamp. The only dacs I experimented with going direct were the PS Audio DSD and Bricasti M1. I already had the JR Continuum S2 inte... 
DAC vs. Preamp
I've tried DAC only twice; first time with a PS Audio DSD, second time with the Bricasti M1...my ears prefer the sound with a preamp in the system. I currently have a Jeff Rowland Aeris DAC and Jeff Rowland Corus preamp. It's sounds much better th... 
UPGRADE TIME!! Preamp vs. Speakers???
My experiences suggest changing the weakest link will make the biggest difference in sound. I recently changed from an integrated amp to separates...this was the biggest difference in sound that I've ever heard. Just my opinion. 
So many variables with audio
You get a million different answers, because of the many different experiences. I recently changed from an integrated amp to separates. My speakers sound significantly different now. So, if someone listened to my speakers with the integrated they ...