Jeff Rowland

Bombaywalla,

When I post a question, I'm looking for feedback from individuals that have firsthand knowledge of the components in question. Yes, anyone can have an opinion based on their experience; however if you not familiar with any of the components in question, why on earth would I take your advice? To my knowledge, Guido and Schacter are the only individuals that have direct experience with the JR 525 and/or the JR Continuum S2. It's only logical to take in consideration what they say. Take in consideration, not do it because they say so.

To say I don't take advice when posting/asking a question isn't true. I recently had a conversation with a guy on Audiogon concerning subwoofers. My thought was to pursue JL Audio only. This individuals owns a JL Audio F112, SVS SB13 Ultra, and a Rythmik subwoofer. Based on his advice I went and listen to a SVS SB13 Ultra. In addition, I tried to listen to a Rythmik subwoofer, but they were less than accommodating. I ended up purchasing a pair of SVS SB13 Ultras. He had direct knowledge, I took his advice to listen. I used my ears and wallet to make the decision on what's best for my system.

No, I don't post every little detail about what I've done. I have listen to many speakers since I've had the Aerial 7Ts. If I had the money I would own Raidho C3.1s, they are the best speakers I've ever heard. After listening to many speakers I decided to keep the Aerial 7ts...not because they are perfect, but the cost to replace them is way more than I'm willing to spend.

I do have room treatment and have moved the position of the speakers several times. Prior to inserting my subs, I removed my bass traps, but found it sounds better with them in now that I have subs.

I appreciate everyone taking their valuable time to respond to my questions. When there are disagreements I submit we should remain cordial...it's only audio.

"Take in consideration, not do it because they say so." ... My thinking's exactly Richard.... We can offer only data points... These may be applicable or not, or partially applicable, to your particular situation.

Hence my query: what made you opt for a second lovely M525 instead of going the Continuum S2 integrated route?

Congrats always! Guido

Huh... Richard on trial... Again?! *Sighs!*

however if you not familiar with any of the components in question, why on earth would I take your advice?

Ricred1, you would want to heed my advice because my advice is based on engineering & is agnostic of equipment. My advices deals with physics & the limitations it creates on any electronics. No matter what the brand, it cannot defy physics. If you ignore those considerations I stated in my original post you could end up in a very bad situation with potentially a large out-of-pocket expense coming your way.
If the M525 is spec'd to handle your Aerial 7T - fine, you have nothing to worry about in terms of equipment compatibility. If the M525 is not spec'd to drive your Aerial 7T in BTL mode, a dangerous situation was detected for you well before any mishap.
When soliciting advice on any forum there are always 2 aspects to one's question - one, people who have direct experience with the equipment you are seeking yourself & two, the electrical compatibility of the equipment you are seeking with the rest of the equipment you already have. Both aspects are equally important. I addressed the 2nd aspect of your quest for better SQ. That's why you need to heed my advice OR anybody else's advice who addresses this aspect.

If you seek the advice of only those people with direct experience of the gear you are seeking but fail to see that this gear is incompatible with your gear, you will not have the same experience as they did. Do you know what the impedance of their speaker is? If yes, is that the same impedance as your speaker? If yes to both then only can you use their data point as-is; otherwise, you have to start from scratch as your speaker impedance is different i.e. just because it works in their system does not mean it will work in your system.

I appreciate everyone taking their valuable time to respond to my questions. When there are disagreements I submit we should remain cordial...it's only audio.

we mutually agree on this 100%. Thanks for stating it for the benefit of all of us.