speakermaster

Responses from speakermaster

Recommendations on Integrated Tube Amp around $5k
I would stick with the solid state ampliication instead of a tube amp on the devore fidelity speakers  because you can not get drive capability back with a tube amp. 
Major Contradiction, Can you replace foam surrounds with Rubber Surrounds on Speakers ???
I would stick to the original equipment as close as possible to make sure not to mess with or change the sound of the woofer the speaker refoam tech is right. 
Speaker purchase question
I think we all would believe that the grilles would be included with the speakers for sure this is another case old the old buyer beware syndrome in action again. 
Speaker cone shape
They are shaped that way to add strength and rigidity to the center coil or a more accurate pistonic motion during use to decrease distorion and flexing of the cone during movement. 
Which Phono Preamp?
I would go with the pass phono to play with the pass integrated to mesh into your system better trying another phono stage might work to but staying with the same brand should sound the best. 
Intimate, warm and holographic alternative
If you are listening to rock and want a capable speaker you need to try a full range vintage american horn speaker made by altec lansing or electrovoice made prior to 1981. 
The Absurdity of it All
Listening acuity increases with hours logged of listening time and the more time you spend listening the more you hear the little differences that matter the most and you want to hear what the sound equipment will do at that time and will accept n... 
Good 2 channel integrated amplifier for 702 s2 under 3k?
I would go with the parasound hint6 integrated for them at least they will be driven correctly. 
Never Use HiFi-Exquis - Worst Merchant Ever!
I feel bad for you i do not even want to think about how many times this will happen now that the internet sales have taken off and the dealers are dying off. 
What do we hear when we change the direction of a wire?
Great wire is like a  new component it can make or break a system. 
What is the actual percentage of people exclusively listening to vinyl vs digital?
I am not sure of the percentage but any high end system should have analog and digital just to hear the most good recordings possible. 
Cartridge without serial?
stay away at all cost it is a  fake. 
Turntables.....A point of diminishing returns?
there is a point where you can have spectacular turntable sound and for a lot less than 650k. That is just a fashion statement or bragging item, all about the look, not the sound. 
The myth of "best" in audio needs to be addressed by all of us
There is so much interaction between a system and room as well as the interaction between components, wires, power cords, power conditioners, etc. that there is no best in every case just the best you have heard in your situation. 
Sound quality of Newer versus Older speakers
New speakers do one thing that the old ones will not do, they look real pretty, the old way of making speakers was all about the sound and performance and not the looks.