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Reel to reel , is it real the hype!
I have Revox A77 NOS purchased perhaps twenty years ago. Rarely used when first purchased, been sitting in closet many years. Recently been getting the itch to reinstate. This thing still has the original display tags, wood cabinet as new, can't b... 
Do you ever miss vintage gear you no longer have?
I've never regretted a single piece I've sold. I've kept enough vintage pieces to build at least three full systems, the pieces I liked I've kept. I still have the first high end piece ever purchased back in 1973 or so, Sony STR 7045 receiver. If ... 
who makes your fav cable loom in 2021?
Can attest to quality of DiY Helix design. I now exclusively use this design for all my power cords, and I've owned or demoed top of line or near top of line from Purist, Synergistic, Shunyata, Elrod, VH Audio, I'm sure I'm forgetting something he... 
who makes your fav cable loom in 2021?
Perhaps I misunderstood Blindjim's question, I assumed he was asking about new model cables introduced in 2021. Whether my assumption correct or not, I question evolution of of cables in regard to sq. Is it marketing or real innovation driving new... 
Opinions Please - New Prodduction Sophia EL34ST Coke Bottle
Best EL34 I've heard are SED's from St. Petersburg plant, newer Svetlana not the same tube. I have some SED cryo'd and closely matched, sold as Black Sable, purchased in late 90's, still use them in my Prima Luna amp. 
What unknown musical artist would you like to share with your fellow audiophiles?
The United States of America, 60's experimental rock band out of NYC. Cut only one album, too bad! 
DAC Dilemma
What your seeking from your system is likely what we're all seeking. Sounds like you've already made up your mind DirectStream is not and won't be future solution (even with factory upgrades) for you. In this case, you'll get a multitude of advice... 
who makes your fav cable loom in 2021?
Not sure I believe cables on ever evolving sound improvement continuum. Only material improvements in metallurgy and dialectics, or construction design would account for sound quality improvements. I'm aware of graphene which some claim to result ... 
DAC Dilemma
If you were open to other options on dac. Look at Holo May, likely best value high end dac with sound signature you're looking for. 
DAC Dilemma
 I'd only say modern dacs are generally higher resolution than older. Higher resolving powers is the general movement, more analog, natural flavor is the other, this not universal. My choice would go with most modern dac one can afford. Within con... 
Bricasti M1 - M5 - M12: Network Player - My REVIEW w/OEM Response Brian Zolner @ Bricasti
I'd like to see quality dac/streamer/Roon endpoint combo in a single unit with optical input. 
Review: Holo May (L2) DAC and the Musetec Audio (LKS Audio) MH-DA005 DAC Compaired
And so, what would music we call classical today become? Are you saying it will cease to exist, or that popular forms will go under classical label. We already have 'classic' rock, but I assume everyone knows that different from classical. Certain... 
Possibly Dumb Question re:Battery as a power supply
TeddyPardo has good rep. Clearaudio 12v ps only supplies 1.4amps, pretty minimal, that's crazy price for 12v 1.4a lps.  
Review: Holo May (L2) DAC and the Musetec Audio (LKS Audio) MH-DA005 DAC Compaired
@melm   I always listen to many different genre of music during listening sessions, sometimes get lost in these sessions listening to the more highly processed recordings. Over time I may feel dissatisfaction with sound quality, begin to emotional... 
'' Okay let me ask my digital question in another way ''........
Likely no one out there to directly answer your question. In the end, likely you're going to have to purchase Mutec to find out. If you end up trying a clock, I for one would appreciate giving us your results as it adds to knowledge base. Based on...