shersta
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| I've got a basic, directional decision to make. How about the ah! tjoeb cdp (w/ it's tubed output stage) run directly to an amp? The ah! has remote control volume. New, they're $800 (hard to find used). This setup would require careful matching with an amp. Call up Kevin at upscaleaudio and see... | |
| Need help from tube guys to select a tube preamp JB3,Just a thought on your remote issue. As a number of posters have pointed out, requiring a remote with tube pre in your price range really limits your selection. Your concern seems to be more with safety regarding your toddler and less with con... | |
| Need help from tube guys to select a tube preamp A conrad johnson 10al or bl should almost fit the bill. It's in your price range, uses two common tubes, and would be a good match with your amp--I should know; I'm currently using this pre w/ a .5 dlx myself. No remote though :( | |
| Shure V15 mk5 vs Dynavector 10x5 Peter,I ran the Shure on my Rega P3 for two years and replaced it with the Dyna about two months ago. You can click on my system link to see what kind of gear I'm using, and it will be clear that my priorities are not neutrality or transparancy, b... | |
| Thoughts on the best "budget" amp/preamp combo? I've been very happy with my pre/pro combo and it's right in your range--conrad johnson 10 pre (can be had w or w/o phono stage), $500 and McCormack DNA .05 (100wpc and also can be had in Deluxe trim), $600. The CJ has two tubes, but they're a com... | |
| Dynaco ST-70 and Magneplanar 1.6QR As far as solid state in your price range, you might want to consider something like a McCormack DNA 1 (100 wpc)or DNA 125 (125 wpc). Check the archives for other people's opinions on these amps. Perhaps you could introduce tubes via a preamp? Goo... | |
| is creek5350se best integrated for 1000-1200 bucks Zed,Is cost the only reason why you're committed to an integrated? If so, it needn't be. In your budget, buying used, you could put together a very nice preamp/amp combo. You would gain increased flexibility this way. For example, you could pick u... | |
| Working backwards... Concerning the distance between your speaker and equipment: Now that you're moving to seperates, you have the option of placing your amp near the speakers and running a long interconnect from your preamp to your amp. I believe the accepted wisdom ... | |
| New to vinyl, which turntable, etc? In the audiogon classifieds, I see a dealer is selling brand new refurbished Rega p3s for 450$ w/ a full warranty. No cartridge, though. This seems like a really good deal and one worth investigating. Let us know what you decide to buy and how you... | |
| Where do I start? Rick,Beware the seemingly fabulous e-bay deal.I think having the support and expertise of a friendly and helpful local shop should not be underestimated, especailly since this will be your first re-entry into vinyl playback. Different turntables p... | |
| Speakers for NAD C370 I helped my dad pick out speakers for a new NAD-based system (C370, cd/dvd, tuner). We listened to a lot of speakers,including several of the B&W speakers mentioned above. We stumbled upon a used pair of Thiel .5 speakers which we both really ... | |
| Vandies a good fit ? If I remember correctly, I believe Vandersteen recommends that the 2c's be placed at least 20" from the back wall and 32" from the side wall (measured from the center of the the speaker) and that they receive at least 40 watts of amplification, so... | |
| Getting started with integrated-advice. I helped my dad put together a system. After listening to a lot of stuff, we ended up with the c370 paired with an older, used pair of Thiel .5's (which are kind of halfway between a monitor and a floorstander). He also has a NAD tuner and dvd/cdp... | |
| Cleaning Records Let me cast another vote for the Disc Doctor products. My budget for stereo stuff is very limited and I've tried a number of low budget solutions to lp cleaning (orbitrac, diy cleaners, etc.) I've found the DD stuff to be the best for the money. Y... | |
| scout or new amp I feel your pain. A new TT is way sexier than a new amp (however sonically beneficial a new amp might prove). But another point in the buy-the-amp-camp's favor is that you'd pretty much have to pay retail for a scout whereas you can go used with a... |