twoleftears

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Has anyone tried these stunning new CPT power cord?
See here for a definition of hook-up wire.https://www.awcwire.com/faq-hook-up-wire On Parts Connexion, if you look at their offerings in speaker cable and hook-up cable, there's a lot of overlap. 
How important is it for you to attain a holographic image?
Let's segway into a discussion of binaural recording and binaural sound reproduction. 
Looking for an Integrated Amplifier to match Totem Rainmaker Speakers
Belles Aria integrated. 
Recommendation for DAC needed.
No mention of Denafrips?  I'm shocked. 
Classical Music for Aficionados
Tonight: Dvorak piano concerto.  I can't imagine there can be much better ambassadors for a piece than Sviatoslav Richter and Carlos Kleiber.  That being said, I think I see why it hasn't caught on more--not as inspired, or at least not as catchy,... 
How important is it for you to attain a holographic image?
@rvpiano  Semantics, yes.  Imaging and soundstaging are not the same thing, but *are* complementary.  Simply (simplistically?) imaging~clear definition/location of a particular sound source in the space; soundstaging~the sonic painting of the limi... 
What is the best 5k-plus Preamp with balanced outs and Phono stage?
Have you looked at Backert Labs?  All their models have XLE.  A high-value sleeper brand. 
How important is it for you to attain a holographic image?
@helomech +1  Well said! 
Skeptic or just plain hard headed
So the verdict will be coming any time now? 
Big speakers in small room at moderate volume levels
Honda/Toyota.Harbeth SHL5+/Spendor Classic 1/2. 
Recommendation for DAC needed.
Do you have the multibit upgrade, or is it the standard Gungnir?  If the latter, the upgrade might be the way to go. 
Classical Music for Aficionados
Volodos, Mompou.Wonderful!  Incredible touch in the soft passages.Very natural piano sound, tremendous dynamic contrasts. 
Recommendation for DAC needed.
For instance, take a look at this current discussion.https://forum.audiogon.com/discussions/which-dac-benchmark-mytek-audio-mirror-holo-audio-mojo-audio  
The Future of Audio Amplification
I don't understand why there isn't more discussion of Bel Canto, specifically in this thread and more generally on A'gon.  They seem to be doing a lot of things right, and at a number of different price points, unlike some manufacturers. 
Recommendation for DAC needed.
@rvpiano  I recommend you read around a bit more.  There are a LOT of DACs out there in your price range.  My conclusion is that there are at least three categories of sonic presentation: strictly neutral, slightly warm and forgiving, and warmer s...