sirspeedy
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| Kharma 3.2.2: which tube amp to use? You pose a very good/well thought out question....To want to move to tubes,but "be aware" of the comfort level posed by tube heat! I've been there,and done that,and definitely looked for a "tube toned" amp.Ultimately I settled for a highly modded ... | |
| Lyra Titan i on Basis Vector 4 experience? Dan,my friend may be interested in a Vector.Did you find "it's" fluid usage to be as critical as the 2.2,in terms of how it affects tonal shadings? Some time ago,I was personally contacted by a fellow who designed turntables.He was quite knowledge... | |
| Lyra Titan i on Basis Vector 4 experience? I have heard the Titan-i with two different arms.The linear tracking/air bearing Air Tangent arm,and most recently the 12.6 inch VPI arm.... I originally felt the VPI arm was "not so hot",but apparently there are some set up issues which "definite... | |
| Ayre MR-X monoblocks - how good are they?? Well Downunder,my friend is having his "superb" Art II pre updated to the latest series,which is SO costly due to the use of expensive teflon caps.... He has a good friend who had it done,and was very happy.I am very familiar with my friend's set-... | |
| Magico Mini 2 vs Kharma Midi Exquisit vs MBL 101s Dev,your point is well stated....My friend's room is 12.5 x 21 ft x 8 ft.He uses a "fabulous for the given task" Rowland 8t.Not a hint of SS "supposed" problems,with beautiful timbral tinges,and real impact when needed!A great mating! Btw,the Mini... | |
| Magico Mini 2 vs Kharma Midi Exquisit vs MBL 101s Dev,since your comments were obviously directed at me let me clarify.Also,of course these are just opinions and should not cause animosity! I cannot see how "anyone" could make a "meaningful" comparison between the Minis and MBL's as these two spe... | |
| Magico Mini 2 vs Kharma Midi Exquisit vs MBL 101s Well I hate to be contrary,but to my ears the MBL speakers are a perfect example of excessive "disco sound"....Many folks like this!Not a hint of realism,and for those who like to be seated on top of the band,when at a catered affair,like weddings... | |
| MC phono stage without transformer? Err,well sorry!...I was just noting the clearly obvious differences observed,and thought some would be interested in this "feature laden phonostage". I should have realized how well schooled some of you are.You got me!.....OK? | |
| MC phono stage without transformer? I had a recent demo and comparison of three SOTA phono stages,with one of them having the ability to apply the correct RIAA curve for "specific" LP's on hand. The first two non RIAA selectable Phono stages(Vac,and VTL)sounded fabulous,and I would ... | |
| Great Cartridge for Graham Phantom It should be a great choice. Good luck | |
| Lifespan of Power amps Atmosphere,should I sell my pricey equipment and go back to collecting Martin Acoustic Guitars(lifetime warrantee...."improves with age")? -:) Best regards | |
| Why the sudden popularity of 12 inch arms Selfdivider,I have heard the Davinci/Dynavector combo to excellent results.It appears to be a superb arm,and has a great reputation.The other two arms also have fine reputations,with the "right" cartridge,but I've not heard them. From a point of i... | |
| Raven v Walker. Colored v Accurate? From my own experience,a "really good" table,especially with an integrated "linear arm" (like the fabulous Walker)will trounce virtually anything you can compare it to! If you have not heard a "reasonable" comparison....you will be quite surprised... | |
| Showdown: Your Favorite Cart for Classical? Cincy.....very well stated! Best | |
| my Strain Gage cart arrived-NYC Phantom shoot out? I cannot see damaging the bearing,unless you absolutely abuse the arm....Btw,the bearing is very robust.... Just lock the arm-tube in place(with the little latch),and hold the bearing block securely with one hand,while carefully unscrewing the tub... |