zd542

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Wall Outlet Oyaide, Furutek, Wattgate, and others
When you guys are talking about the different metals for all the different outlets and connectors, do you consider the plating process? I know that you can't always plate over some metals directly and have to plate more than once. For example, let... 
Any skipping issues with the Koala tube CD player?
I wasn't suggesting that you soldier anything. If that's the case, have someone else do it. I only meant to change it if it has a connector that plugs into the board. 
An audiophile in Tokyo, where the audio/LP stores
Pretty much the first rule of any business is that you never tell anyone what you pay for something. Ever. You make something up if you have to. Any info that turns up on what Shindo's markup is, will almost certainly be false.What difference does... 
Speaker hum problem - need help
"06-06-14: MwslI got a response from Coda within 2 hours. They want the amp back at the factory, and will pay for shipping both directions. They verified that they had listened to the amp through their speakers, and could not hear the hum."I think... 
cd/dvd repair ot trash
"06-06-14: Buconero117It is just not cost effective to repair, especially given that the technology and cost of new units is constantly improving. Think about it being an opportunity to advance you enjoyment. Think Oppo, great products, great valu... 
DAC significantly better than a w4s DAC2-DSDse?
"(dunlavy sc-v, pass xp20, pass xa100.5's fed by FLAC files from a "bit-perfect" Linux server)."I've been using Linux as my main OS for the last couple of years and am very happy with it. Is it difficult to set up a bit perfect Linux server? It do... 
An audiophile in Tokyo, where the audio/LP stores
You can find Shindo in the US. The importer is in NYC. I know you won't find it in every audio store, but it shouldn't be too much trouble to find a dealer if you can get to a major city. 
OPPO BLU RAY PLAYERS
Why Oppo? Why not Sony or Pioneer? 
Any skipping issues with the Koala tube CD player?
I was curious reading your post so I did a search for your CD player and got some images. Assuming I was looking at the same player you have, the transport looks very easy to replace. Maybe you can buy the transport and install it yourself. One ot... 
Ayre C-5xe-mp v Sony XA5400ES
"But, of course, your expertise far surpasses that of those who rewiew for Stereophile."Exactly why I don't read Stereophile. Getting back to my question, I really don't care where you get your information from, I just wanted to know who does that... 
Top brand speakers
"The weakest link in a Naim System is typically the speakers. You CAN get 3D sound from a Naim System, providing you don't attach Naim Speakers." Not me. And it wasn't for lack of effort either. 
Has anyone paired Ayre with Raidho
Whould you really sell your amp before you got your new speakers just because someone on this thread said it wasn't a good combo? 
Hum coming from setup of Phon pre and turntable
You need to list all of your components. 
How long does it take to break in new cartridge?
To me at least, new carts break in a lot more than any other component. For the first few hours they actually sound broken. I can hear a difference from record to record. Like Jwm says, 50 to 100 hours and you should be OK. 
McIntosh C 2300 vs BAT VK-52SE/51SE
I think both are excellent brands but I'm kind of surprised that no one has mentioned that BAT and McIntosh sound quite a bit different from each other.