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Bookshelf speakers on a budget
What budget do you have for an amp? Speakers?Is $500 total budget or just speakers? 
Bookshelf speakers on a budget
18" from the front of the speaker or the back? Proximity to the wall generally impacts bass response. Some speakers are more sensitive to placement than others. Some speakers are designed for near wall placement, and others benefit from being furt... 
Bookshelf speakers on a budget
I own and enjoy Silverline Minuets, they are $350 or so used probably. Mine are in a modest system and sound great.I'd like to hear the Elac as well. They were selling some for $100 off due to a discolored cone defect but I'm not sure if there are... 
Why do you give bad advice?
I'm thankful for those on here that are able and willing to share and help. I continue to learn and always benefit from some of the advice.I think some fail to carefully read the original post, (I've done it for sure) but their heart is in the rig... 
Digital to 5.1 analog converter?
Auxinput- yes I've thought of that in the past, but I'm glad you mentioned it. It's definitely a great option! Don't know how it moved off my radar...Thanks,gary 
Adcom a weak link?
I alternate between speakers. The Infinite Slope give a pretty detailed presentation and the Minuets are great little speakers, too. I can see trying a pair of DeCapo or something similar in the future.If I decide to replace the amplifier, I'll ke... 
Adcom a weak link?
FYI- The speakers are Infinite Slope .6 and Silverline Minuet. The bedroom is approx 16x14 with speakers on the 16' wall. I listen at low to moderate volume while relaxing, reading, etc.  
Adcom a weak link?
50 wpc of quality power will probably be fine. (if I even need that much.) I'm sending the low frequencies to a sub and don't listen at high volumes.  
Tidal music to analog preamp
Thanks, I'm reading up to avoid compatibility issues. There seem to be several good options. 
Tidal music to analog preamp
Jl35- Thanks. I think I understand now what my options are. I'm leaning toward trying the MBA to see if there is improvement over the Roku music quality.I appreciate it,gary 
Tidal music to analog preamp
If I stream tidal to my MacBook and use the headphone output- do I use the MacBook for managing the playlist? So i would set the list and let it play, or can I manage the playlist through my phone from my listening chair? Or is this what the stand... 
Tidal music to analog preamp
I’m sorry to be so thick, but I’m still struggling. Here are the questions regarding hi resolution and Sonos or similar.1. Should I link the unit by Usb to my router or is wireless able to stream hi res Tital? My router is one wall away, I’d need ... 
Adcom a weak link?
Hi, I listed the budget on the first post. (Around $700 for a preowned amp or I'll probably look at Integrated like the Nuprime IDA-8.) I have an Anthem 225 Integrated in another system I can use to replace the Atoll/Adcom gear. The Anthem does no... 
Adcom a weak link?
Thanks everybody. I think I'll swap some gear in and out before buying anything new. I have an integrated I can substitute and see how the system sounds. Gary 
Tidal music to analog preamp
Thanks, everybody. That gives me some options to start learning about. I just want to be able to take full advantage of the higher quality music that is available.I listen to the output of my Roku via rca to my preamp. Hoping to improve on that.gary