zd542

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What speakers for 10k?
"02-12-15: UnclehubStop wasting your $$$ on $10k speakers or ultra expensive equipment! My last system consisted of a Sunfire Theater Grand III - (7) Marantz MA700 Mono blocks - NHT T-6 Evolution Towers and matching center & surrounds - and a ... 
Parasound P 5 preamp How do you like it?
When the cops pull you over, you don't usually get arrested for having a utility knife in the car (providing you don't try to use it). A fillet knife is another matter. Its designed to cut into big pieces of meat, cooked or raw; It makes no differ... 
What speakers for 10k?
"02-12-15: JugheadWavetouch will make my wife's breast bigger? sweet I'm in!"Even if they don't, you can upgrade her with the money you saved on the speakers. 
Woofer thump when preamp comes out of standby
Bill_k is correct. There's nothing wrong with your amp. My Rowland does the same thing, as do many other amps. 
What speakers for 10k?
"02-11-15: Nyaudio98News flash to the brilliant ones who don't get it, do you know the markup from dealer to retailer is sometimes 70 percent..so you audophiles who want to spend 10k on a speaker that cost the retailer 4-5k..go right ahead!!! Or, ... 
Does HiRez really sound better?
"Are you saying that common audio measurements (such as frequency response, signal to noise ratios, dynamic range, etc.) mysteriously cannot be measured for vinyl but can be exactly measured on digital formats? This would be very troubling but con... 
Maximizing My Turntable Experience - input reqeust
How many hours is on the cart? They need anywhere from 50-100 hours to break in, and the sound changes a lot while break in is occurring. As far as the hum goes, I know the A5 has a built in phono stage, but does it give you any type of adjustment... 
Does HiRez really sound better?
"02-11-15: B_limoouch, my head hurts.I really cant tell much difference with hi rez files. I suppose it is system and recording dependant. Another thing to take into account is if the slight difference is worth the pita of finding all your favorit... 
Db Power Amp - is there a better ripper out there?
Before you rip any more CD's, you need to go to https://www.dbpoweramp.com/cd-ripper-setup-guide.htm.Its a guide that shows you how to set up dbpoweramp to get the highest quality rips. It will be well worth your time. 
Quicksilver amps an appropriate match for Wilson Sophia?
"Very interested in the V4, the Silver 88 or even the mid-monos. Which do you think would sound best, and why?"The V4's would be a great choice. I still regret not buying them. 
Speakers for Vintage Marantz ? Plus other Qs
"02-10-15: Chrshanl37Yes different I agree but I didn't say that. I said no better. Audiophiles often equate different as better."I read your post again and see what you mean. Its your honest opinion, and that's what matters. 
Epos K-1
They carry a pretty big selection of components. If you go to Cable Companies web site, look for the Ultra Systems link. Ultra Systems is their b&m store. 
Importance of Amplifier versus Preamp?
"New in the field. I am wondering what is most important: a great amplifier with a good preamplifier, or a good amp, with a great preamplifier? Or should I look at a good amp with a great do certain brands make amplifier to go with preamplifier an... 
Anything as " fast" as SPECTRAL gear?
"Have you forgotten that I'm never wrong?"Well, no. In order to do that, I would have to believe it before I forget it. Regardless, the statement if factually incorrect. I proved that in my last post. 
What speakers for 10k?
"Please don't do that. You don't speak for us, and you cannot assume we all agree with your judgement of an AudiogoN member.Regards,Metralla (System | Answers | This Thread)"You're right. I shouldn't have said that. I didn't think before I hit the...