pdreher
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| External DAC connection for Bluesound Node 2i (after "Another streaming newbie" thread) I'm using an optical cable (paid around $100, but don't recall the brand). It's connected to my Audio Aero Capitol Reference DAC/CPD and sounds wonderful... much, much better than the Bluesound internal DAC in my Vault 2. | |
| What to upgrade to? You can probably find a demo pair of Harbeth 40.2's for $12K and use the remaining $8K upgrading your analog system. | |
| Your "Best of..." audio manufacturer in each state Missouri - Herron Audio and Clayton Audio | |
| Any Line Magnetic LM34IA owners here? I prefer GL KT88's to their KT77's, at least in my Music Reference RM9 MK2 amp... but it's really horses for courses, as we all hear differently and system synergy is critical. | |
| Thinking of buying a pair of Splendor D7.2... If I had $10K to spend, I'd snap up the used pair of Spendor SP 1/2E's for sale on US Audiomart for only $1,290. I'd pair that with a used Leben or Line Magnetic integrated and used Luxman DA-06 DAC, fed by your CDP (as a transport) and a Bluesou... | |
| DartZeel CTH-8550 vs PS Audio BHK 300 Mononlocks Dart without question. | |
| Has anyone had a laser replaced in a Audio Research CD-3 MKII That's nuts. I'd be hesitant to buy ARC gear knowing this. | |
| Harbeths new Extented Defination From what I read, Harbeth is using the term "XD" as an upgrade version their existing line of speakers. Changes focus on a different crossover (similar to their anniversary versions) and new finishes. | |
| I wouod like a power cord recomendation that's in the budget category I always used Cardas Golden Reference with my Calypso and Calypso Signature.... about $250/$300 used. | |
| Cover Songs that are better than the Original Paul Westerberg - raucous live version of The Monkees "Daydream Believer" on YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vFHghaktIno&list=RDvFHghaktIno&start_radio=1&t=1Brandi Carlile - Folsom Prison Blues live https://www.youtube.com/wat... | |
| Cover Songs that are better than the Original Cowboy Junkies - Blue Moon | |
| Tube amp recommendations to drive Paradigm Tributes I'm not familiar with those speakers, but according to specs found online, they appear to be relatively sensitive, which means you may be able to get by with 35 WPC. If you're not on a budget, I'd be looking at Jadis and Airtight. Still very g... | |
| Tube amp recommendations to drive Paradigm Tributes Are you wanting an integrated amp or an amp + preamp? What is your budget? | |
| Which Harbeth would work in my room? I own 40.1's and have successfully used them in three different rooms, two of which are smaller than yours. Your room is large enough to easily accommodate 40.1's or 40.2's. I've also owned the SHL5 (non-plus version). In my experience, the 4... | |
| Triode Wire Labs interconnects vs Acoustic BBQ? vs Mad Scientist? I have Acoustic BBQ speaker cables in both of my systems and have no intention of ever changing. They replaced Auditorium 23's. |