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| What made you change to a 6SN7 preamp? Unrelated to the thread topic but important to those looking to optimize their purchases regarding NOS tubes, Andy @ Vintage Tube Services is the guy. Give him a call, you'll be rest assured he knows his tubes and upon ordering you'll also find yo... | |
| What made you change to a 6SN7 preamp? I totally agree with Bigkitz. I own and have for almost 20 years, a 6SN7 based preamp, bigger soundstage rich sound is a spot on characterization. I am currently listening to an upgraded vintage preamp that is more preferable in my situation. As ... | |
| Are Quicksilver power tube amps in the same league as VAC, VTL, BAT, ARC, ...? I just visited an audio friend who has the Magenapan 3.7i' powered by a very highly respected, with good reason, integrated amp with high current capabilities and a well matched pair of subwoofers. This guy is a sophisticated and highly respected ... | |
| Best cost no object tube phono Thanks Ralph, you echo my sentiments. I absolutely detest audio arrogance and absolutism, so unbecoming but even more, irritating. The diversity of opinion and experience is what makes this hobby satisfying. | |
| Top Ten Tube PreAmp of all time? 20 years later and 5 + years into owning an upgraded PV9a I just gotta say this pre has a most amazing phono stage. I have personally not heard any I prefer over this one. I would cavaet that within reasonable price constraints but maybe not? It i... | |
| Reference 3A Dulcets in Larger Room, Free Space When you say your room is on the "larger size" what are your room dimensions? 3' feet from front wall IME with the DeCapos is better than 2'. 7' apart, no problem. I've heard the Dulcets on several occasions and my impression is that they have a... | |
| Why aren't there better speakers out there? You sure interject a whole heapa bunch of assumptions to arrive at your conclusions that as an example, less than advanced degrees at some of our most esteemed institutions of higher learning somehow has limited the advancement of the "art" and t... | |
| Amp-preamp mismatch?? result higher volume. What is rthe cause?? LOL MC, That is too funny! | |
| The "other" singers you enjoy.........? There are too many to name but one to add to the list that only comes to mind because I listened last night is the late great wonderful singer/songwriter and South Philly’s own Jim Croce. He left us much too soon. | |
| The Grateful Dead tune that would still make for a great James Bond Theme Song Good call Mapman. While we’re on the subject of James Bond theme songs I would beg all interested to listen to what could have been, instead of Nancy Sinatra’s version of the 67’ film theme "You Only Live Twice". Have a listen to what should have ... | |
| Member Almarg passed away last night My condolences to Al’s family and close friends. RIP Al, your passing creates a deep void in those that both came into casual contact and to personally know you. You will be missed my friend. | |
| Update on Audiogon Member Almarg I am praying for you and your Margaret Al. Your thoughtful and informed contributions to this forum are surpassed by no one over my 20 years a member of this site. Know you are a beloved human a true mench, the very best to you in your battle, we ... | |
| CJ PV10AR upgrade? Also seriously consider Bill Thalmann of Music Technology in Virginia. Former Technical Director at Conrad Johnson. HIGHLY recommended! The problem I had with Conrad Johnson is that their upgrade package on my preamp 5 years back was limited to th... | |
| Conrad JOHNSON Phono Preamps I am a huge fan of the Conrad-Johnson sound. Having owned a PV7, PV5 years back and currently a Bill Thalmann upgraded PV9a I can't imagine where I might go from here with specific reference to the magnificant phono stage in this component. The p... | |
| Reference 3a Decapo Anniversary I haven't heard the anniversity edition of this classic but am currently listening to the most recent iteration prior to the anniversity. I've been listening to the DeCapos, my second pair, since 2013. These are the real deal, a speaker for the mu... |