rockadanny
Responses from rockadanny
| Van Alstine or Bryston for me? I auditioned AVA Ultra 550 with Salk HT3s - excellent match. I've also owned Ultra 550 - excellent power and very good sound. Used to be able to return AVA amps within 30 days if disatisfied so easy enought to try. Only risk is shipping costs. If ... | |
| Help Father of the bride dance song. Leon Russell, "Lady Blue". Beautiful song written for his daughter. | |
| Filling out the sound I experienced improved lower/mid range warmth and body when I added a pair of subwoofers to my system. Even though they are set at 35Hz each, they did improve the sound of lower/mid range. | |
| Why I like my home system better than live music because I am in control of the bass integration; audience control; and overall volume. Tired of overblown bass amplification; disrespectful dumb-asses talking on their stupid cell phones; and also of having to wear ear plugs at live events. Acoust... | |
| Which components knocked you out on first listen? EgglestonWorks Fontaine speakers - my first, and still current, main speakers. I had auditioned several speakers for my first venture into high end audio. Up until then the speakers (all far cheaper, retail-wise) I heard were nice, and obviously b... | |
| Pre-audition advice needed I can't really burn any of the gear in beforehandWhy not? I would strongly suggest you burn in your equipment at home for at least 25-50 hrs. before using it to decide on anything. I would never evaluate speakers with brand new electronics, especi... | |
| What percentage of audiophiles use a sub ? I have a pair of very well integrated ACI Titans. Awesome. No interference with mains at all. Only augment LFs for complete satisfaction of 2-channel music. You'd never know they're used, unless you turn them off. Properly integrated such that the... | |
| If money were no object, what would be in your rig Proper room size and treatments + Duke's Dream Makers + Atma-Sphere S-30 Mk 3.1 and MP-1 Mk. 3.1, both with all upgrades + excellent power regenerator(s) + hire Duke to set it all up properly. Never had the pleasure of hearing this gear but it alw... | |
| Tube Power Amp Recommendations around $2000 Audio Mirror has powerful triode SET monos with awesome midrange, tight deep bass, and sweet highs. And replacement tubes are not expensive. The 20 watt version should be plenty for your speakers. Email Vlad to discuss your needs and budget. Do no... | |
| any audiophile guitarists out there? Not me but I knew an audiophile guitarist. Though I have not spoken to him since we saw John Jorgenson live in a club. I believe the next day he threw his guitar in the trash. | |
| New reissue of Exile on Main Street What version do I have? I've lost the inserts (doh!) and have only the disk. It shows: Virgin and 1972. Is this the '94 Ludwig remaster (holding out hope)? | |
| What's your best audio "find" Auricle Audio "Encore!" Kapton ICs. Best find for me because they are so affordable, with lengthy trial period, and better sound (IMO) than much more expensive cables. Plus, Joe was excellent at replying to my needs and great to work with.http://a... | |
| Sub Question OP - I agree with your friend. When you properly set up a sub (preferrably two) it will not be noticeable until you turn it off. That is how things should, and can work out for you. I'd get one (or two) and an SPL meter and sub freq. tracks to pla... | |
| Zu Soul Superfly Shakey - I do not see (hear) it as a matter of "better than", but just different. I really like the sound of the Defs and Essence, though never liked the Druids. Heard the Soul and don't like that either. No surprise since its sound seems to me to... | |
| Any smooth jazz fans out there? I have several JVC Jazz Festival CDs if anyone would like them, no charge: 1990, 1995, 1996, 1998. All different artists, in perfect condition with front inserts. Don't believe these were ever sold anywhere. |