soix

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Headphone amp?
Pass makes a good headphone amp, as does Luxman.   
Need new headphone setup.
Sony WH-1000XM4 headphones, arguably the best on the market Maybe the best noise-cancelling headphones, but that’s about it.   
Speakers that sound like Usher Be-20s/10s
@steve59 What did u replace the Ushers with, and what are the improvements?  
I need a subwoofer recomendation
I should say I have no experience with Hsu subs current offerings, but they’re great subs and a great value.  My reason for recommending the SVS SB1000s is that I own an SB2000 and it’s incredible.  It’s stuffed behind my TV and shakes my whole do... 
If you want the utmost clarity from your CDs
This sounds great and something I’d really like to try.  But, I’ve already had to have my Oppo transport mechanism repaired once so I’m a little concerned this might mess it up again.  And since Oppo is DOA I’m concerned about having to have it re... 
I need a subwoofer recomendation
The SB1000 is a solid choice, but I’d recommend saving up and getting two of them as it’ll improve you’re system significantly, and SVS gives a discount for buying two. Others will probably back me up on this, but whatever sub you get, get two!!! ... 
Which complete set of cables to try out?
I for one am looking forward to your take on the Zavfino loom. +1. From everything I’ve read the Zavfino cables seem excellent, and when paired with the Niagara I’d be very surprised if you’re not happy. Congrats and look forward to your though... 
Cable for Transport to Dac
AES/EBU (digital XLR) 100%.   
How to turn on Unity Gain on Pre Amp
If a system is passive friendly, i.e. high efficiency speakers, high input impedance amp, robust source output, there’s really not many preamps that can beat no preamp. I respectfully disagree. If it works out that way, fine. But many, many aud... 
How to turn on Unity Gain on Pre Amp
So easily hooked up the Lumin direct taking the preamp out of the system and surprised to say it looks / sounds like a clear winner. Didn't want that to be the case as I love my tube preamp, paid a lot for it, and it has cool blue meters Yeah, ... 
Feel free to talk me off the ledge
Your speakers are obviously horn speakers. It’s a “type” of sound some people think is the end all and others, well, not so much. Given what you’ve said you may have identified yourself as the latter. If Vandy sounds good to you I’d recommend audi... 
Speaker Sound
Something sounds wrong.  PSB makes pretty good speakers and certainly don’t design speakers with the glaring flaws you’re describing.  I’m guessing there’s a problem somewhere and replacing jumpers won’t likely fix it.  Bi-wiring budget speakers s... 
Black Cat 3232 Speaker cable?
Really depends on what sound characteristics and improvements you’re looking for.  No way to make a meaningful recommendation without this info.   
Why don't upgrade the wires and components inside our units?
Sure.  Everything matters, so why wouldn’t upgrading internal cables.  But, you’re messing with the voicing the original designer intended and that works with the drivers he’s using and the crossover he deigned using the existing wires.  Cables ar... 
QLN Speakers anyone
Yeah, QLN is one of the very few brands where there’s just nothing but glowing reviews and one of the very few speakers I’d buy confidently without even listening.   The others are Joseph Audio, ProAc, Vandy, Usher, and Verity Audio, but I’d be ha...