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| Need to replace my Totem Acoustic Arros Perhaps the Focal Chorus 714v/716v or 816v floorstanders. 8 ohm/91+ db efficient but would still need to be paired carefully w/ your amplifier because they do dip down near 4 ohms. Definitely worth a listen! | |
| Looking for power amp with warm, smooth sound Second the Cayin A-50T...excellent amp! Sonics, cosmetics, build - all first rate!!! | |
| Reag P-5 with Ortofon 2M Bronze...??? You'll definitely outdo the NAD get some good tunes within your budget!Good choice Sheldon60...I've heard a "stock" SL1210 w/ the 2M Black - very nice indeed! KAB has a whole laundry list of fun stuff for the 1200.Lots of good table choices in you... | |
| Location change means compromise Lindisfarne is spot on...sell your amp and pre and get a used integrated w/ onboard phono. Musical Fidelity, Creek, Arcam, Cambridge Audio, Exposure, Naim, etc. Do a little research and you'll end up w/ better WAF, better features (remote!), and p... | |
| Bagpipes anyone? I think it was George Bernard Shaw (?) who said "the quintessential Scottish gentleman is well versed in playing the bagpipes - but doesn't!"I have to agree w/ Cruz 123 - hauntingly beautiful for about 15 minutes, then...nails on a chalkboard! | |
| Which Integrated got you off the merry go round? LOL...I'm down to two! The top of my heap - Naim Nait 5Cayin A-50TCan't seem to get down to just 1 : ) | |
| Cheaper substitute for VAC Avatar? 2nd the Cayin choice. Sonics and build are first rate - especially for the price! | |
| idler wheel vs direct drive technics impressions Agree wholeheartedly w/ Stringreen - set up your own TT! It's not rocket science; it's just a slow and methodical process...and room for preference. Only you know what you prefer!Jump in...good luck! | |
| Best CD player $500 or less used The Denon DVD-2900 and DVD-5900 can both be had for around $200 and $500 respectively - both are highly recommended components, built like tanks, offer multi-format (CD, SACD, DVD, DVD-A, etc) compatibility, and are fairly common to find.They both... | |
| New speakers Gotta try the Energy RC-10 to go w/ that sub...or even on its own!Audio Advisor is currently pricing the Rosenut version at $333.33 plus shipping - outrageous value at that price!For some additional info, read the SoundStage review.I got a pair in... | |
| Best Monitor Speaker? Obviously, a zillion choices...My vote: Energy RC-10.Read the SoundStage review then check out closeout sale at Audio Advisor (no relation).No-brainer in my book; Good luck. | |
| How to stop iPod Syncing? Why not rip directly to an external HD and use it for music only? Tell iTunes where to look for your library (Edit > Preferences); then you'll save an extra step.Then follow Aida_w's advice.Extra advice for free : ) Save for 2 HDs - always have... | |
| Vinyl vs. CD & HD from A.C.A... Wow! Great post!!! | |
| How important is direct USB connection into DAC? What are some examples of good USB converters? Can I expect decent results with USB out > USB converter > non-USB DAC?Thanks! | |
| Integrated amp for Totem Sttaff Naim + Totem = : ) |