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| Marantz SA10 sacd player I have the solution; spend more! I bought the McIntosh MCD85 SACD player. My logic was that it would open up my options on SACD and revive my CD collection. But alas like much in audio the results are mixed. I have SACDs that are virtually equa... | |
| Half-Speed Masters - are they worth double dipping? I've added a few of these over the years; I found them in the used bin at Amoeba or the local record store. The 1/2 speed versions were a duplicate to standard pressings I already had. After a good inspection and cleaning the results are mostly m... | |
| Listening position/speaker position ++ for recommendations of Jim Smith's book; "Get Better Sound" even better yet call Jim! For a modest amount he will spend 30min with you. You send him dimensions, pictures and a list of your equipment and he'll offer up his expertise on optimi... | |
| Overkill for small room Check out the room in my profile; its 13’x11’. I’m using Contour20s powered by a McIntosh 352 IA, 200 watts. Note: I was also using two subs but have since removed the subs from the set-up. They simply weren’t necessary with the deep bass range of... | |
| Which turntable? Pro-Ject or VPI? I'm pleased with the performance I get from an original Pro-Ject The Classic paired with a Hana SH. I upgraded the sub-platter to the aluminum version and the platter mat to acrylic. I've considered alternatives, but I suspect I'd have to make a... | |
| Seeking Honest Opinions: Your Experience with McIntosh Audio Gear Equipment: MA352 Hybrid Integrated Amp, MCD85 SACD/CD player Sound Quality: Very subjective topic, depends on room and other equipment, but in general more natural, very detailed compared to other equipment owned. An audible difference for the... | |
| Starting a Classical Vinyl Music Collection Also, check out the 2023 movie on Leonard Bernstein: Maestro | |
| Starting a Classical Vinyl Music Collection Take a look at the Deutsche Grammophon Classical label; website and app: Deutsche G Classical There is a free app that allows you to explore the world of classical music through videos and recordings of performances. This label is know for high... | |
| Tube Integrated Amp Recommendation MA7900 Used I've purchased used from TMR; nothing but a great purchase experience so far. | |
| Tube Integrated Amp Recommendation McIntosh MA352 "There is no substitute"; oh that's a car company tag line 😁 | |
| Recommendations on integrated amps @winnardt; mostly agree. Sound United is now owned by Masimo (MASI) the Fitbit and medical device company that sued Apple. Remains to be seen what the future holds for their consumer product brands. Also, there’s a big difference between the Mara... | |
| Recommendations on integrated amps For AV I’m using a Marantz 1510 paired with B&W 603 S2s and BW center, surrounds and subs in a 5.2 set up. In 2 channel mode this sounds fantastic. You won’t have to worry about Bluetooth streaming, a tuner or a DAC as all this is included as ... | |
| Going from MM to MC +2 For HANA; I'm using SH right into the MM phono port HANA Carts | |
| How good is good enough? I'm confronted with this question often; but my answer is hopefully never. When that day comes, I'm no longer interested in audio. But that doesn't mean I run out and buy more or different stuff. I tweak my room, move my speakers, reconfigure my... | |
| Sound Stage and Imaging Maybe just optimize your space or room a bit? Roomplay |