Deleted my last post as it did not pan out.
But now I have pieced together a 4th system and I am just totally in shock at how good it sounds. It has me questioning why on earth I am spending thousands upon thousands on other gear?
Very simple rig.
Wharfedale Diamond 220 speakers, $125 shipped.
Sansui A-2100 integrated from late 70,s , $75 shipped.
Google Chromecast Audio streamer, $40 shipped.
Hooked up with el cheapo 3.5mm to twin RCA ic and QED bare wire end speaker cables all lying around in my goody box.
The SQ is simply mind bending for the cost and simplicity. The bass is felt through the floor and gut, hard to believe from those tiny boxes! Mids and treble are clear and distinct. About the only area it is not superior at is soundstage but what can one expect for $240 all in?
Is it synergy or were some of these Japanese integrated amps from the golden era simply that good!
Maybe this revelation calls for a new thread.....
But now I have pieced together a 4th system and I am just totally in shock at how good it sounds. It has me questioning why on earth I am spending thousands upon thousands on other gear?
Very simple rig.
Wharfedale Diamond 220 speakers, $125 shipped.
Sansui A-2100 integrated from late 70,s , $75 shipped.
Google Chromecast Audio streamer, $40 shipped.
Hooked up with el cheapo 3.5mm to twin RCA ic and QED bare wire end speaker cables all lying around in my goody box.
The SQ is simply mind bending for the cost and simplicity. The bass is felt through the floor and gut, hard to believe from those tiny boxes! Mids and treble are clear and distinct. About the only area it is not superior at is soundstage but what can one expect for $240 all in?
Is it synergy or were some of these Japanese integrated amps from the golden era simply that good!
Maybe this revelation calls for a new thread.....