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| Would Totem Arro's be a significant upgrade from Kef Q150's Hey @immatthewj wait a second. I just kinda realized something looking back at other threads. So you have the standard Cary V12 or V12I amp then now? Before you try and test any more speakers, there could be a whole separate thread on what caps a... | |
| RCA Interconnect recommendations "@sdberman I've ordered a pair of Blue Jeans interconnects and will have a friend come over to do a blind listening session with me." I think this is a worthwhile test. While I've tried some of the Beldens, I've never tried and tested this p... | |
| Would Totem Arro's be a significant upgrade from Kef Q150's @immatthewj decooney,, did you ever drive the Totems with your V12? Yes. Apologize for the long answer. It was a pivotal point for me about "speakers" at the time, fwiw. Yes, Cary V12R tube amp. Cary SLI-80 tube amp. And, Cary SA-200.2 so... | |
| RCA Interconnect recommendations @sdberman On this, I have to disagree. I’m not a cable snob and definitely believe that the law of diminishing returns kicks in pretty quickly. But comparing three interconnects that I happen to have on hand (Cardas Ultralink 5C’s, AudioQuest Red... | |
| Your journey with lower-watt tube amps -- Can a kit be good enough? The real question in my mind is how many different low powered or SET amps does the average audiophile go through before they find the right amp that matches up well with their speakers to their satisfaction, or before giving up? 3-4 seems typica... | |
| Would Totem Arro's be a significant upgrade from Kef Q150's As commented by others, and having owned multiple Totem speakers, the amplifier used to drive the mains is key to get the most out of them. Your room shape is interesting, and with the Yamaha A-S501 you could try it, see how it goes and with your ... | |
| Your journey with lower-watt tube amps -- Can a kit be good enough? To @wolf_garcia, which output tubes did you land on for your DH Firebottle HO amp? | |
| HAVE CABLES EVER TAKEN YOUR SYSTEM FROM SOUNDING JUST OK TO SOUNDING GREAT? Experiences ? ...only when the prior set of cables was really bad, like cheaply made lamp cord, did I notice a change from something okay to something great. | |
| All-in-One units for retiring audiophile & music lovers in 2025, say what? @caphill ...But since OP was asking for an all-in-one integrated solution I think the Naim Uniti Nova would be the best option if he’s willing to spend that kind of money. Update - I’m the OP, and this thread was posted for a friend who is win... | |
| Cardas Clear Speaker Cables? To @bluethinker one critical mention I noticed for you recently, fwiw. Also supporting what @marco1 referred to you about re-issue KT77s. Its also discussed on the CJownersforum back in Nov 2019. They get into the new company owners of CJ be... | |
| All-in-One units for retiring audiophile & music lovers in 2025, say what? @vthokie83 ... really impressed me the handful of times I’ve listened to them at shows. Quite interesting, these Dutch & Dutch truly demonstrate the art of the possible when it comes to all-in-ones, consolidation. and they reportedly "soun... | |
| All-in-One units for retiring audiophile & music lovers in 2025, say what? @vthokie83 I'd suggest looking at powered all in one speakers. Dutch & Dutch 8C speakers sound great to start off with, and they have built in Roon streamer, DAC, preamp, amplifiers, and DSP room correction. They accept network connection (s... | |
| To Fritz, Quicksilver, and all the exceptional makers trying to get the word out +1 @russ69 on both counts. What I really enjoy about my SLP98 is how you can run various vintage and new re-issue 6SN7s with interesting results. Also having an outboard power transformer, standby power-on, remote control, and dual Pre-Outs makes ... | |
| Your journey with lower-watt tube amps -- Can a kit be good enough? @decooney Thanks for commenting. I’m not giving up my Pass XA25 or my QS Mono 60’s so I won’t be out on a limb with this next amp. I also know that these speakers have worked fine with SET amps in a room around my size, so it’s a question of find... | |
| Your journey with lower-watt tube amps -- Can a kit be good enough? The most underestimated and sometimes overlooked challenge for me with trying of SET amps was the speaker matching. Getting that spot-on is the key imo. And, I was not willing to focus on one-trick-pony speakers where some do well at this part. If... |