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Bookshelf Speakers That Bolt or Screw Into Stands
Vienna Acoustics Haydn Grand. I had a pair of these earlier this year. They are a fine speaker for their price. There are threaded inserts in the bottom. I had to drill the properly spaced holes in my stands. It was an easy installation. There is ... 
NAD since the 3020/7020
The 355 has noticeably more power and is a bit more refined. 
Arkiv music Cds how are they?
Ditto to Zephyr24069 and Gsm18439. Arkiv is a great resource. 
NAD since the 3020/7020
As I write this I am listening to my trusty NAD 7020. I had it around the house but set it up in my bedroom after selling off some higher priced equipment that I had in my bedroom to use the funds for upgrading my main system. I have also had othe... 
What's your favorite lyric from a song?
too many "favorites" to list- what lyric that meanders around in my head today may be replaced by another tomorrow.One comes to mind that reminds me of real life:"ain't it funny how two people who suffer together have stronger connections than tho... 
Vienna Acoustics sounded terrible at Magnolia
Keep in mind that Magnolia has a 15% restocking on "special order" merchandise. If the speakers you want are not a stock item- they probably are not- find out if they fall under the special order category on the return policy. As to the VA sound a... 
high versus low output
Dougdeacon,Thanks for your helpful response. I will study for the quiz. Hopefully you will allow cheat sheets. 
high versus low output
I went ahead and set up the Benz Micro Glider L. It plays at a lower volume than the Dynavector 10x5. The Moon LP 3 has a maximum gain setting of 60db. There are two options for capacitance setting, 0pf and 100pf. There is no difference in volume ... 
Simaudio Vs. Classe for Totem model 1s
Macd,I received and set up the I-5 with my Model 1's yesterday. I have not listened extensively, but what I have heard so far is very good. It has a bit more detail than the I-3se. In your sized room either the I3se or i5 should be fine. 
Simaudio Vs. Classe for Totem model 1s
The I-3se pushed them just fine. In a room your size it should work quite well. My bedroom is 9x12. As I stated in yesterday's post I should be getting the I-5 tomorrow to use with the Model 1 Signatures in this room. 
Simaudio Vs. Classe for Totem model 1s
I asked what your room size is and what Sim model your are thinking about because I have a pair of Model 1 Signatures that I drove with a Sim I-3se with great success in my bedroom system. The I-3se controlled the Model 1's easily with a full bott... 
Simaudio Vs. Classe for Totem model 1s
What size is your room, and what Simaudio integrated are you thinking about? 
No sound and red power light on NAD C372
My c320bee did the same thing. Push one by the source selection buttons such as cd. 
Rega P-5 cartridge ideas
I am using a Dynavector 10x5 with my P-5 and am quite pleased with it. Keep in mind that you will need to install a Rega 2mm shim under the tonearm when using the 10x5. It is a very easy install. Oh, one other thing- the 10x5 is MC. 
Dynaudio Focus 140 vs Totem Model 1 Signature
I have owned both the 140's and Model 1 Sigs, with different integrateds- Musical Fidelity a3.2 and a308, Simaudio I-3SE and Plinius 8200 mkii. The MF a3.2 seemed a bit weak. The MF a308 had plenty of power but lacking in detail and soundstage. Th...