swampwalker
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| Best Phono solid state under 2K? While I have not heard many of the current contenders at that price point, I would agree w Jtimothya- ZYX Artisan. There might be some new stock left @ former dealer Sorasound that would be very close to your budget or definitely used would be und... | |
| Would you pay to listen? You got that right Rleff. Or maybe the big Audio Classics w the field coil driver. But I agree with David12 and Wolf that it ain't gonna happen in the real world, beyond an open listening promo session that a high-end boutique might offer. Can you... | |
| Whats the difference between MOSFET & Class A, AB I think that you can get WAY to hung up on circuit topology and device type when implementation of the circuit is most important, once you get past the ss vs tube divide. I've come to believe that there are theoretical advantages that tubes provid... | |
| Atma-Sphere MA-1 Mk.3.1 Vs. Atma-Sph. MA-2 Mk.3.1 Donfibre- Sorry, did not see the room size. 900 sq ft is pretty big (nearly 3x my room). Given the availability of a local purchase, I agree w Ecclectique- MA-1 is a no-brainer. Don't want to speak for Ralph but I'm pretty sure will tell you that ... | |
| How long do you wait for a check to clear The problem here is the ability of a bank to "rescind" or recall the $ AFTER the check clears. Does anyone know what the time limit on that is? | |
| Atma-Sphere MA-1 Mk.3.1 Vs. Atma-Sph. MA-2 Mk.3.1 I'm gonna agree that there is NO need to go for the MA-2s. I don't know how big your room is (that would help us give you better advice) but I will tell you that when I had M-60s (wish I never sold them) they drove 89 dB, 6 ohm flat impedence Merl... | |
| how to eliminate another anoying 'hum' from tubed OK, here are some ground isolation xformers that say they will work w satellite TVhttp://www.mcmelectronics.com/product/33-8700&CAWELAID=220406689 and http://www.rackmount-devices.com/main.html?page=015-8700. No relation to seller, YMMV, etc, ... | |
| how to eliminate another anoying 'hum' from tubed Have you tried a ground isolation transformer on the co-ax for your sat rcvr? Quick and dirty check is to put two of those cheapo 75-300 ohm transformers that came w VCRs (remember VCRs?) back to back and see if it helps. if it does, then get a go... | |
| Parasound A23 or HCA2200ii for Sonics Allegra Can't imagine you will regret it, the 0.5 is a sweet amp with a well-defined upgrade path and fantastic support through SMc Audio. If you ever have any problems, give Steve or Kris a call or post here; Steve regularly responds to posts about his p... | |
| Real Music vs Audiophile Mumbo Jumbo What I want is the sound of a live musician in the studio, or at least the sound from the microphone feed.I respect Albert's insights tremendously, but I've gotta say "bull-puckey"!!! I do believe that unamplified music in a good venue can be used... | |
| good headphone amp/preamp? Head-fi is another world, but be careful. There are still a lot of folks over there who are pretty hung up on specs or topologies, or boutique part count rather than implementation. Oh wait.... I think I posted the same thing over there once, talk... | |
| Would you pay to listen? Bad spelling is part of my charm.Unfortunately, being a wise-a$$ is part of mine.I would rather spend $600 and spend 3 days at RMAF - a great "vacation" for audiophiles.Absolutely. A great time and shows just how good some modest equipment can sou... | |
| Would you pay to listen? Agree w Wolf. Never give away free "baloons";~) | |
| Should i keep my N802 or upgrade to N803D The 803Ds can sound outstanding w good electronics. The diamond tweeter overcomes distortions in the upper register that you hear w the conventional tweeter. It will also reproduce any nastys in that region coming from your amp. I'd recommend brin... | |
| Inoperable "STOP" button Cal Audio CL-10? If DIY fails, try contacting Approved Audio in Bantam, CT. They were a CAL repair center and have an extensive inventory of parts. Fixed my CL-10 just fine. Maybe a little slow but know CAL gear in and out. |