tonykay

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Anyone have experience with a Zesto Andros 1.2?
mglik,Why am I seeing this posting? You started a thread on 5/21/2020 with the same subject, and same statements. I don't get it. 
McIntosh, your experience?
I have owned several pieces of McIntosh equipment. To quote a previous responder, "...it’s good dependable gear from a good dependable company." Is it as good as Burmester or mbl? I don’t know, because I can’t afford to buy those two brands for a ... 
streaming with benchmark2-dx DAC - problem - no signal to preamp
I was surprised that when I hooked up my Benchmark to my CD player with an SACD playing there was no sound because the SACD digital signal is different that CD. nolacap’s comment was also true. I guess we should know these things. I suspect that u... 
What Percentage Off Would You Expect to Discount For Open Box Amp with Blemish
$2,000 would be a reasonable price. Make them an offer! 
Thinking about a Zesto Andros 1.2 to replace the John Curl PS in my Audible Illusions M3B
The Zesto will set you back about as much as the Audible Illusions. It's your money...spend it any way you want. You seem sold on the Zesto, so go for it! In fairness, 2 days is NOT a reasonable break-in period. 
How to contact Audiogon Support
yogiboy, Good one! 
How to contact Audiogon Support
If you have questions or issues, use the "CHAT" button at the bottom right hand corner of the main page. You'll likely be chatting with Tammy. She is very responsive to questions. Give it a try. 
Upcoming Neil Young album, Homegrown Vinyl. A must have?
I'm a Neil Young fan and I'll probably buy this album. I dislike the idea of the recycled five songs. Paul Simon's album of previously-released, re-imagined songs was a disappointment. 
RMAF 2020 is Cancelled
No surprise, but it’s a great event. I have been twice, might have gone again this year. As a 70 year old cancer-survivor, I ALWAYS wear a mask these days (Arizona). I'm no doctor, just don't want to be a victim. 
Rock concerts
I recall taking my daughter with me to see Bruce Springsteen at the Berkeley Community Theatre. When he came out, I wondered why the band wasn't with him. I remembered that it was Bruce Springsteen, without the E Street Band. It was just Bruce and... 
Universal disc player recommendation
Oppo 105D, used around $1K. If you really want to use your entire budget, try the Oppo 205 that sold originally sold for $1500 (now around $3K). Obviously, at $2-3K, you have lots of choices. In any case, the Oppo would be a significant step up fr... 
O.K., downloads, streaming and more....but I still like many of my CD and SACD disks
In my mind, there are lots of choices, especially used. Frankly, if I were buying my LAST CD/SACD player, I would seriously consider a Marantz. If it ever fails, you can replace it with a newer version or have it repaired. 
Good Tube Pre Amp under 2K
Audible Illusions. Buy used, easily under $2K. Several to choose from. 
Another sad tale, hopefully Ian can make plans and peace with the world
We're reading more and more of these lately, but this hits hard. I have been a Tull fan since the 60's. There are many people that I hope outlive me, Ian Anderson is one of them (Dylan is another). I'm glad to know that his demise is not imminent,... 
Your "Best of..." audio manufacturer in each state
Dan D’Agostino amps/preamps are made in Cave Creek, Arizona. I stumbled on it one day and Dan was here with his wife. He gave me a tour of the entire operation. Nice guy!