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| Yamaha A-S3000 - any experiences? Congrats. Are you using the phono stage? Would like to know also how the rca vs balanced sound for your dac or cd. Looks like a fantastic amp. I love the yamaha sound. | |
| Does anyone have an idea what Sansui B-1 in excellent condition is worth? Really interesting amp. How does it sound? I havent seen one. I think unless you find an enthusiast it would be hard to get more than $400 for it but that's really just a guess. A few things to consider: - 80s power amps arent in vogue right now e... | |
| Yoga blocks for isolation Good idea. Ikea sells cork hot pads in the kitchen section which are thin and can be stacked. These work well too. | |
| Hegel H160 competitors Parasound halo is about 1000 less. The vinnie rossi lio is worth a close look. Also the yamaha as2000. i have a hegel h200 and think its fantastic. | |
| LP to Flac Bob - agree the hoffman forum is a good resource. I have never done this myself but my friend has for me and the results are well worth it. Many of my favorite files are not hdtraks but these lp to flac ones. Many purists think its the worst of bo... | |
| if you had my system and $2,000 budgeted for an upgrade, where would you spend it? I would pocket the money until you have a desire to change the speakers or amps - very nice system and great art on the walls. May i ask who makes the cabinet? | |
| Most underrated Audio Manufacturers I really like croft's little integrated amp and they have a good phono stage. Understated but outstanding sound for the price. | |
| I was thinking the other day about all the audio stores that were around when I was a kid Mine was the speaker shop in amherst ny. They didnt mind a preteen and his dad spending a few hours listening to great gear. Nice guys. Havent been back to buffalo in years but they seem to have moved to home theater while still keeping a good lin... | |
| optical connector Parts express has a wide range. http://www.parts-express.com/cat/toslink-optical-cables/2146Also the cable company has a good selection and is very helpful if you email them with questions. I had best results with a no name glass one from parts ex... | |
| Best budget DAC Does the nad cd player have inputs so you can use it as a dac for computer files? If it does I would question if a stand alone dac in this price range would be better than the one in the cd player. Perhaps consider holding off until you can purcha... | |
| Pass XA30.8 vs Luxman m600-a vs Hegel H20 Vermeer - i dont know that model of luxman so you are right - i shouldnt cross it off the list. Was based on general and admittedly probably outdated experience with the brand in friends' systems and in showrooms. | |
| upgrading to class D amp..... I also recommend class d audio. The website pics dont do it justice - really great build quality inside and out and great balanced inputs if you use that. It sounded much better than the bel canto 7 i auditioned. There are other good class d amps ... | |
| Pass XA30.8 vs Luxman m600-a vs Hegel H20 Nice choices. I would look at the pass and Hegel only - I am not sure the luxman is the same level imo. then it comes down to what speakers you are driving as these are pretty different amps. If the speakers would be good on lower power, and you ... | |
| are magnepan mmg any good and intergrated amp suggestion for them I might recommend Hegel too much but Hegel does match well with Maggie's although I don't know this model of maggies. Hegels are expensive but the older lines are going for a decent price like the h100, etc. the nad is a good idea too esp if you f... | |
| Amps which are Great, but either Unknown or Underpriced I really like the sound of the croft integrated from the uk. Has the natural sound of my red wine signature 15 which unfortunately isn't made any more. Croft doesn't have lots of watts but the quality of the sound is hard to beat in the price rang... |