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| Shunyata Hydra 2 Ptss,If one performs a quick google search of *user* reports (the only thing that matters here) and compare what people who actually used the Audio Power Wedge have to say with what those who have actually used the Hydra have to say, the truth abo... | |
| Shunyata Hydra 2 Any digital device benefits greatly from a Hydra...especially if you're using a Shunyata power cord on the DVD player. Transports are very noisy and digital converters generate a great deal of noise. The Hydra will help to clean that up and you sh... | |
| What mid priced receiver sounds best? I second the NAD rec. Very balanced, rock solid build. I call 'em the High end of Midfi. Second choice would be Marantz. | |
| Attention Thiel CS3.7 owners Thanks, Alon! This *is* one of those moments that make it all worthwhile. One interesting thing I forgot to mention was a very intriguing discovery I made during this whole process that might be of interest to those who are looking for a "giant ki... | |
| Attention Thiel CS3.7 owners Thought I'd give everyone an update. I have purchased a mint-condition Conrad-Johnson Premier 350SA amplifier. It is, without a doubt, the best amplifier I have heard with the CS 3.7's. It bested Bryston, Sanders and Classe's latest stereo amps by... | |
| Do power cords make a difference? Joseph796,After 20 years in this crazy hobby, I've given up trying to convince skeptics and I've definitely stopped feeding the trolls. I've watched people spend $50k and fail to improve their sound by more than a skosh. I've watched people spend ... | |
| PS Audio PWD MkII vs W4S DAC2 Gago1101,You should probably check out the next firmware upgrade when it comes out. I hear it may be a big step forward....of course nothing is real until it's out of beta. PSAudio has the best user community I've ever encountered and, as others h... | |
| PS Audio PWD MkII vs W4S DAC2 If, after a few weeks and you are satisfied with its performance, you might want to check the forums about upgrading your two fuses to Hifi Tuning Supremes (very significant performance boost, IMHO). If you want to hear what any DAC is truly capab... | |
| PS Audio PWD MkII vs W4S DAC2 I've heard the Oppo 95 and, against my well-broken in PWDII, it's no contest. Your unit needs several hundred hours to sound its best. Don't turn it off between sessions and let it run for at least two weeks continuously. Anthony Cordesman of TAS ... | |
| Should I upgrade amp? I've found a variety of NAD BEE series integrated amplfiers to work very well at your price point. The Peachtree Nova is also good if the Whatfdales are 8 ohm speakers. The Marantz is nice but you might get a bit more musicality from these two bra... | |
| Stillpoints and Wilson Maxx II or III speakers I use the SS Ultra's under my Thiel CS3.7's on wood floors to good effect and I have a friend who uses the 5's under the latest Sashas and is very, very pleased. No idea whether the pay off would be the same for the Alexandrias. They *are* pricey ... | |
| Attention Thiel CS3.7 owners Alon,A trip to San Francisco is a joy in and of itself...hearing the VAC/3.7 combo would be sublime. Next time I'm out there, I'll drop you a line. Thanks for all the info!Vance | |
| Attention Thiel CS3.7 owners Sigh. I guess I'll just have to bide my time until the VAC and Hegel gear begins to fall prey to someone's upgrade fever. ;-) New is beyond my grasp. | |
| Attention Thiel CS3.7 owners Alonski,I read the specs and a few reviews of the Phi 200 and it's clear the monoblocs have what it takes to handle the 3.7's 2 ohm dip. Not many tube amps can do that. How many hours do you get out of a tube set? | |
| Attention Thiel CS3.7 owners Alonski,Isn't it great when a purchase pays off? Thanks for sharing about the VAC gear. Just curious as to what types of music you generally listen to and how big your room is. Congrats on joining the 3.7 fan club!James63,My preference for watts i... |