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| Looking for an Integrated Amplifier to match Totem Rainmaker Speakers @smrex13 & @georgehifi The power rating noted on the back of the Totems is 20-100 watts. I'm not very knowledgeable on the technical side. Can you help me understand why I'd want to go over the the 100 watts of power recommended on the speak... | |
| Looking for an Integrated Amplifier to match Totem Rainmaker Speakers Thanks, folks. I'm putting Rega, Bryston, Ayre, and Simaudio on top of my list. I'm patient and definitely willing to demo as much as I can.Yesterday I demoed the the Rega Brio R with Totem Rainmakers and I was really happy with the sound. Also... | |
| Looking for an Integrated Amplifier to match Totem Rainmaker Speakers Thanks, everyone! All great suggestions.Rega, as well is Simaudio (if I can find what I need in my budget) are definitely high on my list. Also considering Heed Elixir, and Creek Evolution 50A. Anyone have thoughts on those? | |
| Streamer Advice: Bluesound Node 2 vs Aries Mini vs Oppo I recently purchased a Bluesounds Node 2i. I have it connected via WiFi and am using Audioquest NRG-2 C7 power cable, and Audioquest Sidewinder Interconnects.Very happy with the performance and user interface. This is an incredible product for $... | |
| Streamer Advice: Bluesound Node 2 vs Aries Mini vs Oppo @rhljazz Thanks for sharing! What DAC are you using with your Node 2i? I'm definitely settled on picking up a Node 2i. | |
| Streamer Advice: Bluesound Node 2 vs Aries Mini vs Oppo @tketcham I think this was the exact response I was hoping to get. I've learned that if I go with an Oppo the 105 is the way to go. But I hear what you're saying in regard to a used mechanical device, and whether software for this player will co... | |
| Streamer Advice: Bluesound Node 2 vs Aries Mini vs Oppo @castThanks for replying! This is good info. I've read that the Node 2i has a step up in SQ compared to the previous Node 2. I'm really interested in the Aries Mini, but man, it is hard to come by one for sale. | |
| Streamer Advice: Bluesound Node 2 vs Aries Mini vs Oppo It's also worth noting that I plan on using the internal DAC of whichever streamer/component I end up with. | |
| Streamer Advice: Bluesound Node 2 vs Aries Mini vs Oppo All great advice, tips, and info!!! Thanks everyone!So sounds like it's not worth holding out for an Aries Mini. I see one come up maybe once a month or so (searching via eBay or Hifishark), but it does seem like owners are not letting those go.... | |
| Requesting Advice on Speaker Upgrade @rackon BTW, I have the PM8004, predecessor of the 8005, and it's a great amp. I generally feel you should match your amp to your speaker, not the other way around. Thanks for the Triton recs! .Happy with the 8005 so far. Been swapping out wit... | |
| Requesting Advice on Speaker Upgrade @willowbends Thanks for sharing your experience with the Quads. The more I read about Quad, the more I want to own a pair. | |
| Requesting Advice on Speaker Upgrade @gdnrbob Ha! Thanks for that. These little speakers are really nice. Can't complain for $100. The Stereophile review is pretty accurate to how I hear them too. Little dude is definitely interested in what's going on with the stereo. It'll be... | |
| Requesting Advice on Speaker Upgrade @willowbends Totally. It's not so much a money thing right now, but a timing one. With these summer months ahead it definitely makes more sense for us to prioritize the budget towards exterior house projects, small weekend trips, and so on. It a... | |
| Requesting Advice on Speaker Upgrade @gdnrbob I believe those retailed for around $700. A local dealer to me has a used pair for $400: https://echohifi.com/details/11209/Gosh, I wish I could score a $2k speaker for $100. That would be amazing! | |
| Requesting Advice on Speaker Upgrade @gdnrbob // @willowbends Hey guys,Thanks again for all the feedback and suggestions. Long term I might be thinking Quads will be my speaker of choice. Money-wise, I ended up shifting things around to account for bigger summer/house project exp... |