soix
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| Solid state warm up? I assume this is a used amp and therefore already broken in. I leave my McCormack amp on 24/7 (partly for sound quality but also because I don't like turning electronics on/off frequently), but on those occasions when I turn it off and it gets col... | |
| Do Plinius amps have high frequency anomalies? Out of curiosity, have you tried other amps in your system and not found this issue? Guess I'm just wondering how you've determined this is due to the amps and not possibly the preamp, speakers, source, etc.? | |
| Totem "Fire" Element series monitors Haven't heard'em, but I think Reference 3a also offers crossoverless designs and their deCapo monitors are "only" around $3k. Personally I'd like to hear them both. | |
| Pre-amp with balanced suggestions? Sounds like a Bryston BP26 might be right up your alley. Ultra transparency, dead quiet background, holographic imaging, absolute neutrality with nothing added, and a the balance of a 20-year warranty if you can find one. Best of luck. | |
| First foray into separate 2-channel amp, 200wpc The tightest amp for bass I've had in my system was a Bryston 2BSST. If bass control is what you're looking for this might be a brand worth exploring. They won't mellow out or make anything seem warm and fuzzy, but they sure get an iron fist contr... | |
| Single Zen Satori Vs. Bi Zu Wax Opinion Please I have the Satoris and have had the Zu Julians in my system -- obviously not Wax but in case there's a house sound in play I thought it might be helpful in some specific things to listen for.In general I'd say the Satori veers toward the more musi... | |
| Dedicated listening room design For my tastes I don't want to listen to either reproduced or live music in an acoustically dead room. Theaters are different because you've got multiple surround speakers creating reflections and ambiance you'd normally hear naturally in a lightly... | |
| Dedicated listening room design One man's overdamped...Personally, I've been in several highly-damped rooms and don't like them. For me they suck the life out of the listening experience, although I agree you can focus on the individual sounds since you don't have to be bothered... | |
| Dedicated listening room design Thanks for all your input -- most helpful as usual. I've decided to use Dietrich RC Deluxe resilient channels on the walls and ceilings, double 5/8" drywall w/ Green Glue between the sheets on the walls and double 1/2" drywall & Green Glue on ... | |
| Anyone heard Nuforce Reference 18's Rothwea -- can you describe the differences you heard between the Ref 9s and Ref 18s? I was guessing they'd sound more alike than different, so would be very interesting to hear your thoughts.Also, could you describe more specifically how the Pass... | |
| dac advice Although a bit above your price range used, I think the Ayre Qb-9 would provide what you're looking for and might be worth saving your pennies for if none of the lower-cost options pan out. Best of luck. | |
| Help me w/ small towers-bedroom HT/music system My first thought was that the Silverline Preludes (newer version, $1200/pr new) might be perfect for this application. Wide dispersion, good dynamics, small/thin footprint, good mids and clear and detailed but not harsh highs, with decent bass but... | |
| Best floorstanding speakers under $2000 Agree w/ Tpreaves, and you really haven't given any indication of what type of sound characteristics you're looking for other than bass extension. At the very least it would be helpful to know what it is you're looking to improve over the M60s (ot... | |
| Dedicated listening room design I found the Geddes book to be very helpful. Fairly concise and mentions specific products he's used that work well, which was exactly what I needed.Anyway, I've decided to do the resilient channels and was relieved my contractor has actually worke... | |
| How important is the preamp? Agreed with posts above. In my system I've experienced larger absolute differences between preamps than amps, so I think you've really got something to look forward to down the road.Another thought -- sounds like you really like what you're hearin... |