And yet another blink in Geological Time goes by, when I finally respond by saying...
The Floyd is still going strong, and I've rolled the tubes to some very sweet NOS 60s & 70s RCA tubes, which has taken it to a whole new level. That, and the more recent addition of a pair of YG Carmel 3 speakers, has changed things up in the best possible way. For anyone considering a speaker upgrade or change, I'd suggest checking out the YGs, and perhaps a pair of Stenheim Alumine Two.Fives. We have the latter at Alma Music and Audio in Sterling, VA, where we're also authorized YG resellers. The YGs are a bit more detailed, but I have to say, the Stenheims have a charm all their own, and sound perhaps a bit more "organic." Both have the distinct advantage of solid aluminum enclosures and an incredible marriage of materials & engineering; it really comes down to what sounds best to your ears. To me, they're first cousins, and either pair will take an already solid mid- to upper-line system right over the top. Of course, the Hana Umami Red I added earlier this year has certainly brought me to a place where I'm starting to wonder how much further I really need to go. I think a DAC (perhaps Bricasti M1 Series 2) is next, but will have to wait 'till my savings catch up a bit. So with apologies for the long stretches between the [binding] posts, I bid you happy listening!
