tswisla

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SET amplifier recommendation
I second that at 88 dB SET is not the best choice. 
Coincident Technology Dynamo 34SE MKIII
@smrex13 I have it right in front of me!  See their website!!! 
Coincident Technology Dynamo 34SE MKIII
Just purchased one!  It arrived, but one of the tubes was broken and I am waiting for a replacement.  I have been very curious about the 300b tubes that it came with.  Psvanes seem to be very expensive, does anyone have any experience with the tub... 
PASS LABS X150.8 AMP to McIntosh MC462?
If you like the sound of the Pass, the McIntosh won't scratch that itch for you. 
Anybody upgrade their Zu Omen DWs to Souls?
@audiewww when do you expect the Souls? 
Anybody upgrade their Zu Omen DWs to Souls?
I'm sorry that I can't offer more advice.  Please, keep us update on what you discover between the two or please PM me.  I'm in practically the same boat.  Thank you. 
Upgrading form Pass integrated amplifier to a better one
"Don’t tow your bass boat with your Ferrari."  This is precisely my point.  Pass has everything from high powered to low powered amps.  They provide the goods without trying to sell any snake oil.  I don't see any innovation in the boutique brands... 
Upgrading form Pass integrated amplifier to a better one
It is very tough to beat Pass. People trying with all these boutique brands, but nothing has the “guts”! 
Anybody upgrade their Zu Omen DWs to Souls?
I just order DWs and I was hoping to upgrade to the same speaker eventually.  In addition to the sound, it would be very interesting to know if your amp would work just as well with the Souls or another speaker.  It may be worth it to just call Se... 
SHL5+, Zu, Orangutan?
I was always building from the Harbeths, but I don’t know anymore. They really limit amp choices. After hearing the Zus and the Orangutans, I am intrigued. I only worry how it will sound once I get them home...  
SHL5+, Zu, Orangutan?
I read that changing tubes in the MC275s was not beneficial.  Did you have a different experience?  
SHL5+, Zu, Orangutan?
@ryder Thank you very much for your thoughtful response.  I am glad you mentioned the upper frequencies.  I used to own Focals and was desperate to get rid of them due to harsh upper frequencies.  This gives me something to really ponder as I defi... 
Harbeth Super HL5 Plus speakers & integrated amp pairing recommendations
@rcalderon 4 ohms. For Shostakovich, listen to Allegro non troppo into Largo. For Supertramp, If Everyone was Listening. 
Harbeth Super HL5 Plus speakers & integrated amp pairing recommendations
@rcalderon thank you for the reply. That is what I believe most people don’t understand, especially those with low powered amps. It will sound good most of the time, but the amp loses steam and you lose dynamics and detail. Seems like many people ... 
Pass Labs 150.8 and XP-20 versus PrimaLuna Dialogue Premier HP integrated
+1 for Pass. Owned an xa30.8 and the HP. No comparison. The xa sounded much more realistic with much better detail and controlled the bass (which was much more powerful) infinitely better.