rvpiano
Responses from rvpiano
| Benchmark AHB2 Amplifier, opinions and competition Synergy is almost everything. Years ago, with far inferior equipment, I got a sound not too dissimilar to what I’m getting now because all components perfectly matched each other. Now, of course is better, but the point is I was without a balance... | |
| Classical Music for Aficionados I believe that Buniatishvili, as she matures and gains more control, has the makings of a great pianist. Very imaginative and expressive with a truly explosive technique. | |
| Benchmark AHB2 Amplifier, opinions and competition I, too, was worried about the “laser” effect of the Benchmark when I read the reviews. But, with a tubed Conrad-Johnson preamp no such problem exists.Also, my Schiit Gumby DAC is somewhat more forgiving than some others.So, the result is sharp and... | |
| Benchmark AHB2 Amplifier, opinions and competition They make my GoldenEar Triton 1’s sing too. Remarkable amp. | |
| Benchmark AHB2 Amplifier, opinions and competition Wwoodrum,Thanks for the feedback. Right now, after a few days break in, I’m loving the amp. I actually already do use high end cables. I get my old amp back from repair tomorrow. I almost don’t want to hear it. But I probably will just to confi... | |
| Benchmark AHB2 Amplifier, opinions and competition Kijanki,I read the entire thread. Very interesting discussion. | |
| Classical Music for Aficionados I had that recording of Petrouchka on an LP many years ago (think I still have it.)Astounding performance. Really captures the spirit of the original orchestration. | |
| Benchmark AHB2 Amplifier, opinions and competition Mzkmxcv,All of a sudden everything came together. I guess the amp broke in, or the weather, or something, but the sound is full, rich, powerful and detailed!And the sensitivity switch is in the middle as recommended. I couldn’t be happier, or mor... | |
| Classical Music for Aficionados She is wonderful with almost anything! | |
| Benchmark AHB2 Amplifier, opinions and competition The more I listen to the Benchmark, I’m hearing that the reviews are accurate: it has laser-like precision, but is not forgiving on mediocre recordings. As most recordings are not audiophile, that becomes a problem. I have thousands of CDs and re... | |
| Benchmark AHB2 Amplifier, opinions and competition As I’ve been listening to the amp and experimenting, the richest sound I get is with the sensitivity switch in the uppermost position with the highest gain.The technician at Benchmark suggested the middle position, but on my set the upper position... | |
| Benchmark AHB2 Amplifier, opinions and competition I’m not bridging. I only intend to use one amp.It seems plenty powerful with my speakers. | |
| Benchmark AHB2 Amplifier, opinions and competition Just got the Benchmark amp. Preliminary impressions: cleaner than my old amp, wider sound stage, better definition, better bass. I’m sure has to break in yet. Just turned it on. But, very promising so far. | |
| Classical Music for Aficionados Yes, it’s really possible to get a bad seat at Carnegie Hall. And I got them! | |
| Classical Music for Aficionados Bimasta,Like you, I saw Richter live once, and Glenn Gould as well, at Carnegie Hall.Unfortunately, I had such bad seats in both cases, I couldn’t really hear too well, and really missed a great experience from these masters. |