robertc_f

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Old and New-- adding Rel s510 or 812 Sub to heritage (older) McIntosh system-- Worth it?
Thank you yogiboy and bigtwin-- I agree with you both in the sense that I will only buy a Rel unit that I can listen to and then return if unsatisfied.  Your comments are very helpful in that regard.  I certainly don't want to "mess up" a good thi... 
Best set-up under $20K
I agree with upgrading the streaming end of things.  One thing to put out there--I recently purchased a Bluesound Node X and have been extremely happy with it in my heritage McIntosh system (2125 amp, C28 pre amp, Mc XR 5 speakers).  It is a more ... 
Moving on a sailboat - bookshelf speakers?
Sounds fun- I’m a sailor as well (Beneteau 411).  I have been extremely happy with the original Kef LS50W in a small room (10 x 11) with Isoacoustics Aparta stands (stands take performance up an entire level).  Not sure if in your smaller space ho... 
patricia barber - diana krall - holly cole
Echoing a couple responses earlier, a recent visit to a Diana Krall concert recently proved to be highly disappointing.  It was beyond "dialed in."  More like "checked out" or some other issue.  I would highly suggest anyone contemplating going to... 
In home speaker demo- Wilson Sabrina with older McIntosh equipment-- how long to decide?
Thank you @ghdprentice for your helpful word of advice.  I think you are spot on.  The enjoyment of music is not about analysis.  Letting go or "not caring" is a great way to put it. The fact is that, perhaps like yourself, the speakers wouldn't e... 
McIntosh -- good for show, not for sound, says dealer
I can only speak from my own experience.  I have enjoyed a Mc2125 amp, C28 pre amp, (MR77 tuner which I'm not currently using), for more than 40 years.  I personally love the sound which I find to be warm but accurate for my tastes.  I have never ...