tubeguy76

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What does your DAC sound like
I dunno, it sounds like it sounds I guess.  It's the DA2 in my McIntosh C2800.  I like it.  
use of ChatGPT for HIFI
It’s useful but you have to be careful with the data it returns. I’ve found it to be unreliable with certain details. For instance, I asked about a certain type of foam and it said it was closed cell but the foam was actually open cell.   
Interim SS Amp - Likely Candidates?
Go with Orchard Audio.   
McIntosh Tube vs SS w/ Sonus Faber Aida II
@mrklas My upgrade saga started with the new C2800 so I know what you mean.  My system improved immensely with just this preamp change.  Now I’m looking to replace my power amp with a McIntosh MC452 or similar.  I’ve used a bunch of different amps... 
Swapped the baby Maggie’s in this evening
@boomerbillone I have the LRS+ and was looking at the GRS crossover upgrade.  Is it a big, noticeable change or subtle?   
McIntosh MA12000 is it worth upgrading to.
I have the C2800 and the DA2 DAC it comes with is really quite good.   
Integrated that blew you away
@hgeifman Thanks.  Do you have any comments on your Gato AMP-150AE integrated amp?  Who did you purchase it from?   Thanks. I purchased it from a local dealer.  It's a very clear sounding amp, I guess you could call it neutral and never harsh i... 
Integrated that blew you away
I like my Gato AMP-150AE.   
Has McIntosh Ever Decreased Prices (on new equipment)?
You can get a deal through a dealer, I traded some gear in and got a great price on a new Mc pre.  I paid cash though.  
Are streamers digitally enhanced?
To me it doesn't matter as long as it sounds good.  I've never heard a high-end streamer so I'm not sure what I'm missing.  
DAC 'Scam' Vid
Seems to me the benefits of higher dollar DACs are found in the analog conversion side and the power supply circuit.  
LAIV Harmony
@lak I'm looking forward to their streamer... kinda surprised it's not out yet.  
GaN FET Amps vs. Traditional Class D Amps
Orchard Audio has terrific Gan amps, I think the tech has really evolved into something quite remarkable.   
Chinese DAC's
@perkri You didn’t answer my question. How much inventory should she have purchased? Enough for 3 months, 6 months, a year or two years?  I can't answer that, I don't know her business.  I would do 90 days and go from there.  She raises her pri... 
Chinese DAC's
@dgarretson I have met Eveanna Manley and she is neither stupid nor an "activist. I didn't say she was stupid, I'm sure she's very intelligent.  However, her speech tells me she's overly emotional, if not, a low-key political activist.  ""we ar...