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| Jeff Rowland "The Bricasti M1 sounds much better direct than the DSD."That's your reference, so whatever you do, you'll need to compare it so you don't make a backwards move. A preamp is a very personal choice. So whatever is recommended, by me or anyone else,... | |
| Which phono preamps among these three? If you're just going by reviews and comments, get the cheapest one. | |
| Jeff Rowland "I just added a pair of SVS SB 13 Ultra subs and was wondering if adding a preamp would provide better results"Yes, but you have to get the right preamp. | |
| La Scala II problem Its not your job to trouble shoot a brand new pair of expensive speakers. Tell the dealer to get his ass out to your house and fix it. They should have never left until they had the speakers set up and working. | |
| Repair my Sony CDP 608 ESD? "06-01-15: RhljazzZd542, I seriously doubt that "others" have directly compared a Sony 608 ESD and an Oppo 105D."You didn't even read my post. Or yours for that matter. Have another look."I have both a new 105D and a 26 yr old 608 ESD. I have not ... | |
| Repair my Sony CDP 608 ESD? "I disagree with the other responders regarding sound improvement in something like the Oppo. I have both a new 105D and a 26 yr old 608 ESD. I have not performed a direct shootout between those two, I will say I prefer the Oppo as a transport wit... | |
| is there a difference between 192 dac and 96? "05-31-15: BillbartuskaYou will only HEAR a difference between 96 and 192 if the rest of your system can PLAY the difference."Kind of like, if you aunt had nuts, she'd be your uncle. | |
| Thorens TD 160-significant upgrade possible $1500? "I listen to mostly classic rock, alt rock, jazz, and folk. I'd like a little more energy and separation, if that makes sense."It it were my choice, I would do this: DV-P75 $900, DV-20x2 low output version $950 and a Music Hall Cruise Control 2.0 ... | |
| Repair my Sony CDP 608 ESD? The Oppo makes sense only if the OP needs to play multiple formats. It looks like he just needs a Redbook player. If that's the case, buy a good CD player. Why pay for features you don't need? | |
| Question about High Fidelity Cables by. R. Schultz "05-31-15: CallowayZd542Â…I have them and they DON'T loosen are are anything but 'cheap'..They are superbly well constructedÂ…."That's great. I wish I could say the same about mine. | |
| dunlavy sc4 vs. Vandersteen 4 speakers I forgot the Model 4's even existed. They're pretty old. I can't say for sure, but it wouldn't suprise me if the current Model 2 could outperform the old 4. The only person I would trust for information like this, is John from Audio Connection. Wh... | |
| Question about High Fidelity Cables by. R. Schultz I never really cared for those screw on connectors. They feel cheap and always seem to loosen up. | |
| Repair my Sony CDP 608 ESD? The sound quality on those really old CD players is horrible. Best you could hope for is a collector wanting it for some other reason than to listen to it. Just pick up an entry level CD player and you'll have a big upgrade. | |
| Spdif cable construction. The last people I would take advice from is Audio Advisor. I can't believe those guys are still in business. | |
| First in line... Your setup seems to be pretty well matched. Nothing really stands out as a weak link. If you're looking to upgrade, I think you'll get better results if you set some goals as to what you expect to get from the upgrade. If you don't already have on... |