sounds_real_audio

Responses from sounds_real_audio

Wilson Benesch Torus and Thiel SS2 subwoofers
PhambleMy guess is the problem is not with the setting of the Torus but rather your Discovery's (how do you like them by the way). So much nicer to get the speakers away from the back and side walls. Is that possible or is that the reason you have... 
Tube-aholics Anonymous?
Oh sure. You guys can say you have found solid state amps that could possibly make you happy. You know in your heart of hearts that you could really have the sound you know you want. Only a few clicks away. I personally just gave up on solid state... 
How do you train your ears?
I have found it very helpful to listen to what other knowledgeable people say. People who have been in the hobby for a number of years. Have them go out to listen to systems with you either at dealers or other friends. You don't have to agree with... 
Selling Large Speakers - How to reduce shipping?
Try Bax Global. Put them on a pallet. Borrow a banding machine or just get some plastice banding and a few of the clips. You can do it yourself using a pliers instead of the banding tool. Uhaul sells that stretch plastic, about $6. per large roll ... 
Question for Capitole Mark II SE owners
There was a guy that was taking the ASL Hurricanes amplifiers and re-soldering them using good silver solder. His charge was the retail cost of the amps. Not a good value. I wouldn't thing it would be worth it in this case either. Lots of circuit ... 
Triode conversion for VTL Renaissance 80 monos
That might void the warrantee. 
what speakers to purchase
Be careful of speakers with large woofers that proclaim to go low in the bass. With hardwood floors they will probably couple with it to ruin the sound. British speakers might be good. 
After some upgrades, where is the weak link
What kind of question is that? The question is what do you think the weak link is. Lack of imaging, sound stage, depth of image, does the system sound harsh, not involving enough, the tonal quality is not quite right, instruments don't sound like ... 
Damaged Dynavector 20XL
Dynavector does have a trade in policy. You give your cartridge back to your dealer and he sells you a new one at a spiffy discount. My advice however would be, while you are at it, upgrade to the Karate. Not much more money but you will love the ... 
Entry Level Cables
I think people deserve to know every time I post a response to a thread that I am a dealer and not just threads where I make mention of a product that I carry. I could very well have a used piece of gear advertised here and then go on threads and ... 
Entry Level Cables
I can say honestly I have never had anyone contact me based on a thread that I left on Audiogon, let alone purchase anything from me based on a thread. Meaning I have never benefited financially from these threads. I have no financial interest. Be... 
Wilson Benesch Torus and Thiel SS2 subwoofers
MilimetrTry placing the Torus directly in between the two main speakers. I know this is a bit of a shocker but in that location you will actually improve the sound stage, imaging and sense of air. It works almost like a center fill loudspeaker. 
Entry Level Cables
SfarThat is exactly my point, and I totally agree. On every thread I have on this website my moniker clearly identifies me as a dealer. I don't go into stealth mode, ever. 
Entry Level Cables
AudiofeilIt should be clear to everyone that Sounds_Real_Audio is a dealer. Is there anyone on this thread that doesn't know that? 
Entry Level Cables
You might take a look at the Kubala Sosna entry level cables. The nice thing is you can upgrade down the road and they will give you about 90% of the purchase price. Check for a dealer near you.