yesiam_a_pirate
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| Need to learn about Audio Research I have been a customer of Magnepan and ARC since 1978. I currently on a set of 3.7x Maggies. ( I LOVE THEM!! ) I currently drive my Maggies with both a set of Bryston 7BSST Monoblocks and an ARC VT130SE Amp. Here is my 45 years of experience w... | |
| Anybody having trouble getting near-your-asking-price for used gear ? (Plz. no hype) It looks like everybody is experiencing the same thing I am. About 25% of MSRP (except one dealer here who gets 50% of retail on 19 year old gear). To be fair dealers have financing, trade ins, etc. so maybe he did. My dealer gave me $3000 credi... | |
| Question for Atma-sphere, will expensive power cables improve your amplifiers? I've had a hard time testing said cables. Plugging in, listening, swapping, repowering ad nauseum....... then my ability to discern gets mushy. "Recency bias" colors my perception. I asked the same question to ARC once. "Why don't you give me t... | |
| Anybody having trouble getting near-your-asking-price for used gear ? (Plz. no hype) There are some really thoughtful and honest responses here. I really appreciate the insights. | |
| What do the statistics say about the age of Audiophiles and the replacement rate? Do you believe the people who design, build and sell audio gear don't want young female buyers? | |
| I should start with speakers. This I know. I’d like to establish a new system. $20K budget means you will need to buy used to get max value. Even then you are going to have to be a sharp negotiator. I'd start with listening to different speakers where you can- dealer, friend, etc. Listen to the leaders in their class- ie: ... | |
| My Analog Journey - Opinions Sought I love 'em both! I went all digital a while back and now I'm longing for the vinyl experience again. About $50K outa do it. Now to find the money without Mrs. missing it..... | |
| MissingCDs and records I miss the album artwork. Looking at it while the music is playing was a great experience. I'm all streaming now which is really convenient but I sure do miss the LPs. | |
| got my PayPal 1099 /// what now? First and foremost book the income. The IRS computer audits ALL 1040s. If they show a 1099 and you don’t the examination escalated! You do not need to provide reciepts unless you are audited. At that point, abscent proof of payment (your basis) ... | |
| Is it easier to sell mono blocks or stereo amp on the used market? My personal experience is that mono blocks are harder to sell. Looking at HiFiShark's date listed seems to indicate that my conclusion is correct. | |
| The $27,900 disappointment? Wilson Audio Watt Puppy 8 issues. I really didn't want to love the WP8 but I did. That being said; I wonder if the owner had adequate amplification and befitting room treatment? Reviews of the rarified air top audio gear pieces we often get reviews like a car guy complaining th... | |
| As good or better than Magnepan 3.7i "I'm looking for suggestions of speakers with equivalent or better sound." That's a really tall order. I honestly don't think you can get what you are asking for in the 9K range. I think the Wilson Watt Puppy 8 is equal or better sound but they... | |
| Beware, scammers everywhere Hard RULE #1: A Phone conversation prior to closing the deal. It's REAL easy to find out if the other party knows and understands the item at issue. | |
| Equipment insurance coverage High dollar housing insurance HO-3 policies (Chubb, Frontline, etc.) do cover hifi rigs under the personal property coverages. Your policy should specify "like kind and quality" replacement. That sum us usually a percentage of the home's value. | |
| Trends in value of vintage / used audio equipment? I closely follow the used market for brands I like. It's kind of an obsession- probably from my years as a futures trader. Here's my take: 2020 COVID EIDL and PPP money gave a lot of people who don't handle money well a lot of buying power. Thing... |