roy2001

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Personal amp evolution
From Denon AVR-4800 to Aragon 8008MK2 paired with ASR LS-15 preamp. 
Aragon 28K Preamp Problems
I think you post your question on Klipsch forum. Admins there are very nice. 
Can I integrate 5Ch Surround with my Stereo setup?
It sounds that preamp in loop is the only solution?I have the same question. I am using a tube preamp and a receiver. I even don't care wither stereo amp is powering front speakers for movies. But if whenever I watch the movie, I will have to turn... 
Recommendation for multi-ch pre/pro
You can find it around $1300. If rear channel is not very important to you, Sound Stage is great deal, balanced output for all 5 channels. 
Hard Disk Playback Systems
I have a question. To create wav file from a CD, do you guys have any idea on which CDROM/CDRW/DVDROM/DVDRW to use, what is the reading speed, and which software to use to get perfect wav file?Thanks. 
The best DAC for the money
Theta basic II for $300. 
Newbie question on digital source.
UPDATE: System is singing: Generic DVD player -> Theta Basic II DAC -> ARC LS-15 tube pre -> Aragon 8008 -> NHT 3.3.Sound is warm and laid back, no forward and bright at all (some guys complain about NHT speakers).I might settle down o... 
Is there any DVD not CD transport
Not sure SONY DVP-S7000 DVD player is a good transport. 
CD players with volume control ?????
I am new to hifi world and searching preamp+CD and/or DAC. CD player will be my only source. Do you guys think I should spend $1000 on a preamp or I can buy a CD player with volume control to connect directly to amp?Thanks. 
Aragon 28k mk2 or Adcom GFP 750 preamp?
Refer to here: --------------------------------------First of all, let me start by saying that the Adcom has much lower output than my C-J, 1 volt vs 2.5 volts. I had the volume control on the Adcom consistently at the 2-4 o'clock position to get ... 
Best Portable Sound
Ipod is cool, but it is not good for classical as it is compressed.With a 777 or old "portable" CD, a Grado phone, or a HD580/600 with a small amp, you can get superb sound which MP3 no way to compare. 
Best Portable Sound
SONY D-777. You can find it used. 
Newbie question on digital source.
Ejliu,That's a interesting approach. If you already have a PC, then I believe a 200GB HD is definitely cheaper than a good CD transport. Plus, every CD/DVD ROM today have a direct digital output, I will try to connect it directly to my receiver as... 
Newbie question on digital source.
Hi guys,Sorry for type. My budget is around $500, not limited to $500. I want to spend $1500 on preamp and digital source.Will spend some time to absorb all your inputs.Thanks.Roy 
Need recommendation for a preamp.
I never deal with tubes. So I will feel frustrated when a tube burn out....A guy is listing a ARC LS3, 95 model. Is it good? Thanks.Roy