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| how to change tubes on a Ayon CD-5 If you can't figure out how to do this, I would think twice about taking it apart. If they didn't include that info in the manual, it may be difficult.If you are in a situation where your have no choice, then try the following. I'm pretty sure tha... | |
| Moving from CD to analog Given the fact that you have no experience with vinyl, I think you're making a big mistake. The sound between analog components can vary greatly. Before you spend that kind of money, you need to really know what you're doing. I would recommend get... | |
| Can I tweak L-R balance by differntial biasing? Doing that will probably make the 2 channels sound different from each other. I have no idea if you would be able to hear the difference if that's the case. But its something to consider. | |
| just starting - mac vs. windows computer source? I just read Ejlif's post and have to agree. I've never heard your CD player but I'm familiar with the Ayre. If you're used to that level of equipment, I would recommend you get the Ayre DAC as well. Your system really demands it and you know what ... | |
| ARC VSI 60 vs Cary SLI 80 or BAT 300xse With ARC you have to be careful. Their sound, from piece to piece, is not that consistent. Overall, they do make some great equipment. For comparison, I put my VT100 next to 2 other amps I had at the time; a Rowland 112 and a VAC 30/30. Both had a... | |
| ARC VSI 60 vs Cary SLI 80 or BAT 300xse I wouldn't trade a BAT 300 for an VSI 60. You won't get more detail. As far as sparkle goes, I have no idea how to define that. Can you be more specific? Also, what's your source and what preamp do you have in the 300x? | |
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| just starting - mac vs. windows computer source? If you want a really good ripping solution, I would urge you to try a free program called EAC. Many consider it to be the best ripping software out there. I believe its only made for Windows. Also, as good as it is, a lot of people stay away from ... | |
| Need advice - EL34 switchable Ultralinear/SEP "Is it just me or shared with others - 12 output tubes seem to be too many for a stereo power amp. Tube cost is quite high and more things may go wrong."Its a legitimate concern. It really depends on the design of the amp. I don't remember all the... | |
| Need help in deciding I also agree that a new preamp would be the best place to start. For 2 channel, its just too important to not get right. Both the Cary and BAT units mentioned above are excellent. Either will completely transform the sound you get from 2 ch. Anoth... | |
| Naim Repair " Is there a central Naim repair in the US"I believe so. If I remember correctly, its in the Chicago area. | |
| AP's Oval 9 Black vs Audio Art SC-5E vs Nordost?? "I am not sure the Cable Company can help, unless you are suggesting auditioning at least 5 to 10 loaners."You should have no problem getting 5 to 10 cables for demo.I would definitely give them a call. | |
| new cart 600.00 and under I would also recommend the DV20x. I had one and thought it was great. Also, you need to know what type phono pre your friend is going to use so that there will be no compatibility issues. The DV20x comes in low and high output versions. If the pho... | |
| MIT Cable preferences for Spectral Ramses,"Cable Company is an on-line store for MIT, so they didn't have the MA series , nor do they have the Matrix series"Are you sure? Cable Company is the biggest cable dealer there is. I can't imagine that they wouldn't have access to the whole... | |
| Opinion Needed I wouldn't buy either one. What is your system? |