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| Bluesound, best value streamer? Apologies if this had been covered and I can't understand the answer. Question: I have an iPhone with Bluesound app installed. I'm willing to purchase a stand-alone mqa dac (e.g., Meridian Explorer 2). I'm willing to (re) subscribe to Tidal. Can I... | |
| Question for you Denon DL-103 folks I still have a 103r in the stable. 61db and 100-125 ohms should be fine. At around $225, it's good value and a nice place to start. It likes a little extra mass. | |
| looking at mcintosh pre-amp c2500. Can I do better for the cost of a Mac? Anybody familiar with the sp-14 mentioned in the previous post? | |
| Do I really need Desoldering for replacing resistors/caps? I do it different. Avoid de-soldering if possible. I sacrifice the bad component. Cut it apart with diagonals until interior leads are accessible. Grab one lead with forceps. Apply just enough heat to extract the lead. Do the other leads the same ... | |
| Pani ... New ART-9 up and running ... This is the best cart that I have owned (previously: Denon dl-301ii), so I cannot speak with authority about how the Art9 stands up to carts in the USD 1000+ range; but it is certainly a high performer. (A friend feels that it outperforms his DV... | |
| Audio-Technica AT-ART9 phono cartridge Wanted to report; I ordered the art9 through eBay, last Monday, from 2juki - the Hong Kong vendor. I received a confirming email the next day; couple of days later I got shipping status and tracking number; on Saturday a messenger service showed u... | |
| How do you spot an overplayed used lp without obvious scratches etc As stated, it's a crapshoot. Mishandling: spindle hole damage, ring wear, lack of original inner sleeve, etc. are warning signs. But, I think the biggest risk is vendors who know the tricks and dress-up old records by polishing the vinyl, cleaning... | |
| Audio-Technica AT-ART9 phono cartridge Any new thoughts, buyer's remourse, etc. on this cart? I'm close to pulling the trigger and would appreciate an update. I see them on eBay for $950 from Japan & HK. Any experience with those vendors? Any consensus on ideal impedance. I see the... |