gdnrbob
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| UPS or surge protector/power conditioner? And if UPS, recommendations please under 1K UPS are for things like computers/pc's. As an audiophile, I would go for merchandise made for our hobby. Furman is well regarded. I would also look into the Audioquest Niagra series. Bob | |
| New TT : Balanced vs. Unbalanced Connection? I suggest looking for posts by 'Atmasphere', -Ralph was one of the first manufacturers to provide a 'true' Balanced design to audiophile equipment- which entails abiding by the AES 47 standards. He often chimes in to Balanced/Unbalanced discussio... | |
| XLR to RCA conversion You can call Jensen directly, they can answer your question, if Ralph doesn't do it first. When I called. they gave me a nice discount, too. Bob | |
| Ripping CDs Get an Innuos Mini MkIII used, and you should be good to go. Bob | |
| Musical subwoofer under $2000 I hate to offer another way, as you seem to be narrowing down options, but, in my opinion, using the Vandersteen subs would be best way to integrate a subwoofer into your system. The use of a 1st order high pass filter doesn't introduce any delay... | |
| Ayre AX-7e with KEF Reference 1s or LS50 Metas I would call Ayre directly and get their take on whether the AX7e can drive the Kef Ref 1. It probably should, but the 4 ohm impedance will probably make it struggle in demanding music if you play it loudly. Though adding subs with a crossover m... | |
| Speakers - Your "Safest" Choice If you are near some dealers, they might be able to provide some in house demos, for a price. Otherwise, I think you are limited to manufacturers who can sell a pair with a time limited return policy. I think Zu and Magnepan offers this, and the... | |
| *DAC If your equipment supports the AES Standard, then your XLR cables won't make much difference. (if not, or you aren't sure just search for 'Atmasphere' or PM him directly. He can provide great info). DIY is something you probably don't want to try... | |
| Why "bookshelf" sspeakers? The bookshelf speaker "thing" is fairly recent. I remember there were lots of small factor loudspeakers in the 80's, actually more than floorstanders. Though no subs were available then. | |
| *DAC @gdnrbob "In my not very scientific opinion, you have to spend around $10K to get the detail you are looking for" UGH, that's depressing, I better start saving up then. Once again, much depends upon how resolving your system is. Also, your ca... | |
| *DAC In my not very scientific opinion, you have to spend around $10K to get the detail you are looking for. I started out with a humble Schiit Gungnir, and ended up moving to ever more resolving/expensive DAC's. I finally settled on a Brinkmann Nyq... | |
| Do I Need a Dedicated Streamer? I agree with @2psyop, and will add that as you go up the ladder, the better your system will sound. Unfortunately, that means spending more and more... A budget Bluesound Node will probably sound better than what you have and you'll be able to... | |
| Meitner MA3 vs Mola Mola Makua with DAC installed vs Cambridge Audio Edge NQ Meitner would be my choice. A solid performer. Bob | |
| Preamp vs DAC vs Streamer I think the quickest way to get better sound is to get a better DAC. The Schiit Modi is far down the chain. Move up to the Yggy or Gungnir, if you can. One DAC I would recommend is the Ayre Codex. Unbelievable sound for the money- Probably under... | |
| Mono block amplifiers from VAC and McIntosh. Speaker ideas? I know Vandersteen's work well with Mac's. I have no experience with VAT, but think it would be good, as well. Bob |