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| So how many people are using subwoofers To "piggyback" on the comments by Craig (Garfish), don't overlook the Vandersteen 2WQ sub. I recently added a pair of them (they are intended for use as a stereo pair) to my Vandy 3A Sig's (a reasonably full-range speaker with good response to abo... | |
| rock/jazz fusion Well, I must admit that I have not heard the "Jazz is Dead" CD you mention, although I think it's title is inaccurate. I'd also question whether this group is really a "fusion" jazz band in the sense normally understood by jazz fans. If you want t... | |
| Recommendation for amp & pre combo +- 3,000? The suggestions to look at the Ayre amp/preamp combo are good ones. I would also add the Bryston BP-25 preamp to your list, with either the Bryston 3B-ST or 4B-ST as the amplifier. The numerous audio mag reviews on Bryston's products can be read a... | |
| Great sound at high volume Any suggestions in response to your post would have to be predicated on your budget. But, generally speaking, if very high volume is a major criteria, your best bet is to get horn speakers -- Klipsch K-horns would be an obvious choice, since they ... | |
| where does one buy leadshots for loading spkrs? There have been a number of posts on this topic, so you may want to check the archives.Some gun stores that sell re-loading equipment still have supplies of lead shot. Lead shot is not prohibited for use in shotgun shells used to hunt waterfowl (a... | |
| Acurus A200 vs Adcom 5800 If you are going to choose another Adcom to replace your GFP-555II, I would recommend only the Adcom 5802. The 5800 amp was not one of Adcom's better amps, which is why it was replaced rather quickly by the 5802. And, while the Acurus A200 is an a... | |
| Still Contemplating New Amp Choices.. I have not auditioned any of these amps with the speakers you own, but I do have experience with the amps driving other speakers. If I were buying (which is the only way I can answer your question), the Bryston would be the clear choice for me (I ... | |
| Choral music suggestions Choral music covers a lot of ground, but one of my favorites was Edward Elgar's "Coronation Ode", originally released on LP by EMI Records. I don't know if it was re-issued on CD, but if so, and you like Elgar's work, it's a superb recording. | |
| How long do you keep a component? Thinking back over the years, I guess I fail the "audiophile" appelation as defined by Sean. I think the shortest period of time I owned a component was about 6 months, but most of the gear I acquire stays with me at least 3 years, and sometimes a... | |
| Video Calibration? I find your post interesting, since I have used both the AVIA Guide, and the Video Essentials DVD, and thought the picture quality on my Sony 36" WEGA-XBR TV was much better after calibration. I have also used both of these guides to adjust direct... | |
| best way to clean Grado Sonata Hi, Jim. I have avoided using cleaning solutions with my cartridges, because it is possible for liquids to migrate up the cantilever and possibly cause degradation of the cantilever suspension. The dry approach to cleaning seems to have worked wel... | |
| best way to figure out vta on tonearm Before you start playing with raising or lowering the tone arm to adjust VTA, you need a reference point. To start the process, be sure that your tonearm is level with the record surface -- a small bubble level that can rest on top of the tonearm ... | |
| Best Small SS Amps for Passive Pre & Soliloquy 5.0 See if you can audition a used Bryston 3B-ST -- it might be an excellent solution for you. | |
| SOTA / FT-3 / Sonata compatability? Kudos to HCM Audio. I have bought a number of products from them over the years, and been totally satisfied. Thanks, Harry, for the fine service and integrity. | |
| No Sellers willing to do COD anymore??? The one and only time I have sold audio gear COD proved to be a real pain, and I won't repeat the experience. I sold a pair of subwoofers to a fellow in Texas, mainly because he was the only serious party, and he insisted on COD or no sale. The su... |