yakbob
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| Buying the right tool (aka gear) the first time... If you have the means to pay full retail, then visit as many dealers as you can, to find one that is reputable and that you trust. Then make decisions based on what you hear from there.There’s only one acceptable system here on Audiogon...somethin... | |
| Recommendations for Speakers that can be used close to the rear wall. Perhaps a used or demo pair of Larsen 6's. They are designed for near wall placement.https://www.larsenhifi.com/product/larsen-6/ | |
| Has anyone had experience with Tannoy Arden? I own the Tannoy Legacy Arden and have been really enjoying them for a couple of years now.It would help to know a little about your listening area. I've found that in my room, the Arden's offer the best sound stage when the axis are crossed a few... | |
| Best DACs for under $1500 in 2021 Musical Paradise MP-D2:https://www.musicalparadise.ca/store/index.php?route=product/product&product_id=97Start reading:https://www.audiocircle.com/index.php?topic=148213.0 | |
| Holo Audio May DAC Holo Audio is pretty clear about cancellations both at the time of order, and on their Terms and Conditions page: "Refunds on Holo Audio, LCR-1 MK5/MK4 Phono Stages, and any other special order items. Only accepted within 48 hours after purchase,... | |
| Bought a new McIntosh amp There's more than one path to sonic bliss, and it doesn't need to cost a fortune. Just going off of retail prices, the mc152 is $5,000. Granted, i don't know what all of your needs are in an amp, but you could roll that 5k into a pair of Heresy's ... | |
| Bought a new McIntosh amp My thoughts as a McIntosh owner and long time fan. Make one change at a time, and if you're considering Klipsch Heresy IVs, start there.Try the Klipsch out with your current Rotel amp (that extra 50 watts is unlikely to matter with the efficiency ... | |
| Name the best sounding small portable bluetooth speaker anno 2021? DemerBox. They’re nearly indestructible and sound fantastic. Actual bass when the port plug is removed, and 100% waterproof when it’s installed. Ours is regularly submerged under a foot of water when we take it out on whitewater runs.I’ve had it o... | |
| Monitor suggestions? @ stuartk , here's one from left field...Soundfield Audio Monitor 1 V2. Controlled directivityActive 8" subwoofer with bass down into the 20s, and user controllable amp.Sealed cabinetWell within your budgetI have not heard this monitor, but the v... | |
| Audio Mirror vs Prima Luna tube DAC I'd be interested in your listening impressions Jerry. It's true the PrimaLuna DAC doesn't have a lot of fan fare around it. I'd chalk it up to a lot of completion at that price point, and the hardwired clock tube. I almost took a chance on one si... | |
| Review: Holo May (L2) DAC and the Musetec Audio (LKS Audio) MH-DA005 DAC Compaired Great post and comparison. It's especially nice to see a review on the Level 2 May. My L2 should be arriving sometime in November, and your description is exactly what I'm looking for. | |
| The Most Digital Recording You Ever Heard @anotherbob It's best to not feed the beta troll, and rest easy knowing you're living a better life. Imagine this forum being so critical to your existence you spend the equivalent of 11 weeks worth of time (24/7) posting nonsense. | |
| DAC That Punches Above Its Price Point You'll get a ton of different suggestions on this one.Here's mine...head over to audiokarma and search for the Musical Paradise MP-D2 threads. Mk2 version is the sweet spot generational-ly in my opinion. | |
| why do so many discussions turn contentious? @dabel, we could start by looking how other (audio) forums handle it. Most of which have a stronger and more supportive communities. I’m not saying they’re perfect, but are generally a far cry from the old men yelling at rap music, or digital, or ... | |
| Upgrade my CD player or futile effort? Your analog components retail at approximately $6000 (TT, Cart, and phono pre), and you're comparing the sound to a $550 CD player. Assuming your analog equipment upgrade path resulted in better sound (a 9), why would your digital front end be any... |