pkatsuleas
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| Matching the cartridge to the phono stage @ajones82 I was like you a couple of years ago. Wanted to get into vinyl again but had no idea. Back in the day I just put a record on and dropped the needle! Never knew there was so much to learn. Still don't know much about the specs, numb... | |
| Are Sales Down If my recent experience is any indication, I'd say sales are indeed down. I've had an ARC tube pre listed for 5 months now. Really, all I've had is low-ballers. ARC gear usually goes pretty quickly and for decent prices as far as I've seen over... | |
| Odyssey Audio Kismet Mono Blocks @soix That is always a great question isn't it. I enjoy imaging and soundstaging overall I think. Instrument separation and air/space always puts a smile on my face. That's probably why I prefer tubes. My Rogue tube amp/pre combo is the best... | |
| Odyssey Audio Kismet Mono Blocks Thanks for the replies. Wow if the Odysseys are a little smoother up top that would be something! One of the best attributes about the Hegel, IMO, is the smooth presentation. I would have to sell the Hegel to purchase the Kismets. Something I'... | |
| Speaker upgrade for Primaluna EVO 300 - Looking to find some audio nirvana bliss! @soix Man I wish those Devores were in Chicago. I'd probably jump on them! | |
| Thinking of Magnepan ... finally! @arafiq Lots of great info here already. I'll just chime on to say go for it. I just put my LRS back into the mix. Whenever I do this, at first I am not really impressed. Going from a box speaker (in this case Snell type D) my first thought ... | |
| Decware and “The List” I would love to check out some Decware gear. Missed a local used phono stage not long ago. The seller said if I had reached out a half hour earlier it would have been mine! Kicking myself, but not too hard. 🤔 It sounds like they have a great ... | |
| what to do with a stereo that needs repair @bosendev Sounds like your tech is not the most confident. If it's out of warranty why would you need an authorized tech anyway? I will ask the same question others have - where are you located? If near Chicago I have a great guy who can fix... | |
| 2023 AXPONA Show Report bubba12, I agree totally. I've been twice now and really looking forward to this year. Trying to make it 2 days but we'll see about that. You have to realize you are not going for critical listening. Just go and have a good time and marvel at ... | |
| LP Cleaning Services @mahler123 Good info to know. I might reach out to Pure grooves. How would you rate the experience, service, and cleaning? | |
| what are your top "audio bargins" in your system history? In my admittedly small amount of gear over the past ten years or so I would have to say the near new Maggie LRS I picked up for $550 a few years ago. Even at retail they are a fantastic deal IMO. | |
| Is Imaging Worth Chasing? @paul6002 When I heard the LS50 I thought the imaging was their strong point. IMO imaging is mostly about the room and setup. When I treated the first reflection points in my room it really helped imaging no matter what speakers I use. Also, ... | |
| Anyone care to share their opinion of the Vandersteen 2ce sig mkII? @gdnrbob Not engaging might be a good way to put it. To my ears at least. I do have the Vandy stands and tried various tilt angles as I moved them. In my past experience I've not heard much difference with bi-wiring. Granted, that could be di... | |
| Anyone care to share their opinion of the Vandersteen 2ce sig mkII? Thanks to all for their suggestions. It is appreciated! Below is my reply to JohnnyR over at Audioconnection who was kind enough to contact me directly. It pretty much sums everything up. Unfortunately, no bi-wire cables in house at the mo... | |
| AUDIO SCIENCE REVIEW and $50 to spend......... It’s hilarious how everyone forgot about poor digitalvipers very important trolling post to rant about ASR! 😂😂😂 |