xti16
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| First Hi-Fi system If the funds are available consider a sub. Dyn's are great but at the monitor level a sub will bring out a truly huge upgraded sound. I have the C1's with a sub and I will at times leave the sub off. Do they sound great - Oh Yeah. But with most (n... | |
| Amp level versus line level inputs for subwoofers Line level comes from the amp output (or from the speaker) but is a very high impedance (on the sub) which means it is sensing the voltage and not using any real current to drive it. The best scenario (in my opinion) would be a sub out from the pr... | |
| Integrated amp for totem wind I would go for the Krell 400xi from your list. Another consideration would be naim supernait. Looks like the wind uses dynaudio mid ranges and they love current. Honestly if possible try to demo the integrated in your home. You have to be the judg... | |
| Have you tried matching a stereo to your hearing? Personally I think everyone does without knowing that's what they are doing. There are people who like certain brands of equipment and others who don't care for that brand because of the sound. It doesn't really matter if it's cables electronics o... | |
| Dynaudio C4 vs B&W 802D I've heard both speakers but not at the same time or place. My vote goes for the C4's especially for jazz and classical. | |
| subwoofer thump on player Well that's 1 of many reasons why I gave up on vinyl. Does it happen on all albums? It could it be an off center hole or warp if the thump is only 1 time per revolution. I know I'm not much help but that was a severe problem I encountered all too ... | |
| room setup options Personally I would think option 1 would sound the best but what the heck if it's not too much trouble try both ways. Lets your ears be the judge. Btw great speakers but I would not consider them as bookshelfs rather monitors. | |
| Music vs. Components I can relate to Bside123 but would like to add something. When I had a lesser system I could only listen for 3-4 hrs at a time before fatigue would set in. I also kept saying to myself 'What If' I bought the more expensive component would I want t... | |
| Canton or Sonus Faber I haven't heard the Canton's in over 20 years but I did audition the SF Cremora Auditor M's about a year and a half ago and I came extremely close to buying them until I heard the Dynaudio C1's. Very smooth with a surprising amount of bass. Just a... | |
| The $5000.00 Complete System Challenge I would spend the most on speakers. I personally believe they are the one part of a system that will make the most difference especially in the long run, meaning you plan on keeping them. For me next would be the amp -pre -cd player and last - cab... | |
| Looking for a compact speaker w/ some low end kick If you like the Totems try some Dynaudios. Dynaudio only sells non current production drivers to OEM manufacturers unless contracted to specifically make something just for a special product. Like the Dyn upgrade package in (I think one of the VW ... | |
| B&W 804s vs Usher Dance Mini-One Personally for your size room I would go with the Ushers. You can always add a sub if more bass is needed. As far as stands I have some VTI stands that I bought for about $100. They can be filled with sand or shot. For the money they are nice. So ... | |
| I have the DAC w/ the USB port, now what? It's a PC running Windows 7Windows media player | |
| Meridian G-08 or ProAc Response TriTower Upgrade Before I got the G08 I had demoed the esoteric sa-10. To me the sa-10 was too detailed and sterile sounding. The G08 has a lot of detail but has better prat. In other words the G08 would get my toes tapping where the sa-10 just didn't do it for me... | |
| Meridian G-08 or ProAc Response TriTower Upgrade As a G08 owner I normally would say go for it. But if there is any way you could demo either or both in YOUR HOME that should help you make the decision. Personally I think your largest investment should be the speakers you really like. You have a... |