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| Buying speakers ten or more years old a good idea? My current speakers were first purchased in 1993, I am the second owner. They perform exceptionally well with my more modern components. The only issue I've had was a blown tweeter due to operator error, long story. I was able to source the part f... | |
| Well, worst of is really what this is about Dedicated Branch Circuits for each of device in our systems. Very over rated. Hey, all the circuits are connected to the same grounding means, by code! | |
| What time do you wear? An iPhone! I wear it like a pocket watch. I have not had a time piece on my wrist for years. Wrist Watches are just BLING! | |
| Computer audio, I am not convinced yet ...... On topic. How important is the Analog section of a DAC and what affect does it have the perceived performance of the device? | |
| Amp with best bass control Another vote for Krell. Like Stevecham, I've used Krell with Thiel CS6's tough load, right amp! If you are look'n for deep, powerful bass Krell may be the ticket. | |
| Berkeley DAC Series 1, anything better 2.5K$ I've never heard the Berkeley DAC. Recently I purchased a NOS Esoteric D-7 here for $2500.00. It was a huge leap of faith for me, strictly based on reputation and experience with the companies product. I have owned a Esoteric DV-50 multiple format... | |
| Has anyone tried using a Macbook Air? I currently use a 2010 MacBook Air as a server with a Western Digital external drive. It replaced a very old Mac Mini, it was a early intel version. The ram was max out at 2 gig's. The Air was my personal computer. The screen is only 11 inches and... | |
| Where Coming Back I am with you Dayglow..... Yet, finances are the underlaying issue. Too many toys and not enough money! Back in the 80's when I started this crazy hobby, I had a lot less monthly payments. Now, internet, satellite TV, cell phones and the list goes... | |
| Dump Your 401K, Invest in records Given the current conditions of our government's deficit and the pending stock market crash predictions by the professionals, it may turn out to be the perfect investment. | |
| Has anyone tried making their own interconnects? Yes, I purchased some interconnect wire and soldered on connectors. Cardas Audio use to and still may sell cable only. I sourced connectors from Parts Express. Before buying Cardas cable I tried a lots of small gauge control wires found on constru... | |
| B&W matrix 801 s2 still a relavant speaker. I have a pair of B&W 801 Series 3's and they have caused me to stopped me chasing my tail, when it comes to speakers. They replaced newer Thiel CS6's and I have never look back. If your are happy with your system, just listen, that's what it a... | |
| Remember the year and first vynil you ever bought? 1966, Rusty Warren's "Knocker's Up" | |
| Listening chair suggestions Another for Ekrones or Eames. When buying my current "Listening Chair" I took height measurements and identified the optimal location for my head. Also, the headrest was a issue. I wanted one but preferred adjustable so I could keep it low. The Ek... | |
| Mac question With the thumb drive installed, Open iTunes, in the upper left hand corner of the screen is the word "iTunes", just to the right of it is the word "File". open the drop down menu. listed on the menu is "Add To Library". click it. a finder type win... | |
| after TT upgrade, digital sounds like crap- help Use the digital equalizer program that is in iTunes. |