tablejockey

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Is improvisational jazz to impressionism art as smooth jazz is to realism art?
"One last thought, going back to my “cacophony” complaint; i know i need better resolving speakers than what i have today. I have a feeling that hearing a better separation of instruments and notes could help open the aperture to broader jazz &... 
List a Condition you know of that will produce Better Sound
Tinnitus-free hearing, along with zero hearing loss.Never mind the gear. Just put whatever in a good room and get them speakers where they should be. 
The value of embellishment?
"Now a David Lindley edition turntable could make some garish but interesting aesthetc" tomic601-Perhaps a hybrid cross-Lindley's mop/Thing from the Adams family? sbank-I like the "burst"! I think they're on to something with that finish.Offered... 
The value of embellishment?
"Love the way Jesse Ed burns it up!The real gem on that LP is, Jamaica Say You Will…" oregon - Yes! I like the entire album. I go on binges of forgotten music. J.B, then spin off with his supporting cast. David Lindley fan here!"For Everyman" ... 
REL vs JL AUDIO
"sold my REL S812 and bought 2 Rythmik G22s, much better low bass, tremendously better integration, just as tonally accurate - or at least similar, but most likely due to the servo, a little less immediate."mesonto-just based on what you've stated... 
REL vs JL AUDIO
Oh no.....another "what's best" inquiry! 
Supply chain problems delay audio hardware for up to 12 months or more
If the box sounds good, why care where it's made?The "idea" of made in USA is...AMERICAN. I get it. I only wish for that.But let's all get real. EVERY nut, bolt, washer along with major assemblies made 100% here, in USA-not gonna happen.Impossible... 
System building; a meditation
Insightful post, whart.I've heard inexpensive and pricey speakers sound the most convincing because of THE ROOM/positioning.No cable or tweak thingy is ever going to take place of the 2 most basic requirements for seeking "the truth". 
Supply chain problems delay audio hardware for up to 12 months or more
"If any part of an audio component is made in China, then it is a very serious problem"gerryah930-Not a matter of "if" more like "what part(s)" No need to get into any discussion of "made in USA" most should know the REAL story.I'm in Long Beach, ... 
Heco Aurora
Apologies to OP freediver-I see the 1st half of my intended response cut-should start out I was looking at Heco awhile back, and it appears the entire lineup looks solid. The Aurora 700 should be nice for it's pricepoint. I wouldn't overthink it. ... 
Heco Aurora
"I have been looking at the HECO Direkt myself.""tom6897-In 2017 Heco Dirket was being offered at a special $2500/pair. I contacted the seller who responded-" We are suspending all orders from Heco until we determine how their new distribution is ... 
Suggestions for a replacement dac
"The used Denafrips is slightly higher than the cost of a new one. "mtloriginal- the listing is the current model. You may be referring to V1 that was $750? 
Suggestions for a replacement dac
"I am considering changing dacs. I have a Black Ice Audio DSD dac that like all Chinese made products I have tried has had problems."As long as you're still open to try things MIC, Denafrips Ares used https://www.audiogon.com/listings/lisaci60-den... 
SF Amati vs Serafino...?
If I were shopping SF Amati, I'd have a hard time choosing between the older Futura or the newer Tradition. Both beautiful to look at while listening.Anytime I've heard Amati's never disappointed. I'm a Stradavari  admirer myself. Enjoy whatever y... 
Ella
Looks like a winner there dekay.I will put that  on my list. Thanks