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| cost no object integrated amps The idea behind high end integrated amplifiers is to retain the majority of performance (sonic and aesthetic) offered by state of the art separates while simplifying the experience. A simple system with a set of loudspeakers, an exceptional integr... | |
| Gershmann speaker question A Simaudio Moon 340iX would be a good match, sure. I like Gold Note’s IS-1000 Deluxe with Gershman for an all-in-one solid state solution. The TRON Convergence preamplifier and stereo amplifier are exceptional if you don’t need (or already have) a... | |
| MM phono preamplifier The Tron Electric Convergence phono is exceptional and is offered in a MM-only version. Build quality is second to none. | |
| Luxman’s new D-03X CD player/DAC The D-03X is $3295 MSRP. | |
| Help me decide between these three DACS - Bryston, Luxman, Benchmark These do not sound the same. Agreed you'd benefit from hearing them all. | |
| Review: Sempersonus TE-2 Idler-Type Turntable System (TW Raven 12/Charisma Signature One) Thanks for the thorough review. Jeffrey is a great guy, and agree that his system is incredible. I'd feel safe buying anything he recommends entirely in the dark. | |
| 2k to 4k Streaming DAC Gold Note’s DS-10 is a compact DAC/streamer/headphone amplifier/preamp. Does MQA/DSD/Roon/Bluetooth/Ethernet/Wifi and has balanced + single ended output. There is a new review by Jason Victor Serinus in the August 2020 issue of Stereophile you may... | |
| Phono Amp for new Rega Planar 10 with Apheta 3 You may be interested in others' impressions of phono stages for the P10/Apheta3 combo here: https://forums.stevehoffman.tv/threads/loading-for-rega-apheta-3.957864/ | |
| Seeking advice on Speakers that create an intimate 2 channel listening experience Gershman Acoustics Grand Avant Garde are full range loudspeakers that offer genuinely world class imaging and holographic soundstaging; they create "height" in a way that is unique in my experience. They have real, nuanced bass output into the low... | |
| Lamm LP2 vs 2.1 The nice thing with Lamm is that they tell you exactly what changed on their website (scroll down to Design Elements). The LP2.1 sounds different, and in my opinion, better.Cheers,Colindisclaimer: I'm a Lamm Industries dealerhttps://gestalt.audio | |
| How would you power Wilson Audio Sasha or Alexia II? Lamm Industries L2.1 Reference preamplifier and M1.2 Reference monoblocks. Lamm and Wilson is a classic pairing.disclaimer: I’m a Lamm Industries dealer.https://gestalt.audio | |
| Looking for recommendations You may want to consider Gold Note's DS-10. It's a DAC/Roon ready streamer (ethernet and wifi)/preamp/headphone amp and is a good fit for your budget. Comes in your choice of silver, black, or gold (champagne) finishes and has an upgrade path to a... | |
| Best tube preamplifier for under $15k Hi Keith,I think the "best" will depend on your amplifier and preferences (sonic, aesthetic, and ergonomic), but these came to mind in ignorance of those preferences (in alphabetical order):Audio Note UK (Whichever model is within budget. They hav... | |
| Headphone amp + DAC + Volume + ROON READY Gold Note's DS-10 is a DAC/Roon ready streamer/preamp/single ended headphone amp in a small chassis. Available in black, silver, or gold finishes, and has an upgrade path to an external power supply should you decide you want it.Review in Mono &am... | |
| Phono EQ (small, inexpensive) ??? Two Phono Inputs??? The Gold Note PH-10 fits your criteria. Small, two inputs, and available in your choice of black, silver, or gold (champagne).Cheers,ColinGold Note dealerhttps://gestalt.audio |