tomcarr

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how do you know if you need a dac ?
OP- I got out of vinyl for the same reasons years ago. No regrets. Happy listening!Tom 
Good starter amp recommendation
Might consider Vincent, and also a + for NuForce.Own both.They sound very nice to me.Happy hunting!Tom 
Replaced CDP w/ Transport; Now, Soundstage Changes Dramatically w/each CD. Why?
Agree with above posters. My perceived soundstage also varies between different recordings.Tom 
How to Choose Speakers Appropriate for My Amp
Third + for Klipsch 
Used 5ch Amp (Classe, Krell, Rotel)
OP- I have removed my two previous posts and want to apologize for posting them. I  hope you find a 5-ch amp that works well with your system and sounds great. Tom 
More Or Less Better, Or Worse?
Interesting! I would never have thought of that.Yes, agree going back and forth seems to yield the most honest answers.Always enjoy reading your posts, keep them coming!Happy listening :)!Tom 
Opinions and recommendations on active loudspeakers
Hahaha! 
Like to tweak my system
+1 for Jim Smith's book. Get your setup dialed in.Do room treatment.You now have done half (or more) of the battle.Now focus on better gear.Tom 
More Or Less Better, Or Worse?
Elizabeth- sounds like you like to drive like I do!How about your system? Have you noticed any difference in perceived SQ regarding an improvement v a reduction (percentage-wise)?Tom 
More Or Less Better, Or Worse?
Oh no, I meant that I can tell a bigger loss in grip and response after putting on snows than an improvement in grip after putting on summers. Sorry my post seemed confusing.When I change to summer tires I notice a moderate amount of improvement i... 
The JC Whitney syndrome
I guess I shouldn't have been surprised by the responses, but I was. Anyway, OP, I think it's a good post and I certainly understand it's point.Tom 
What equipment have you bought this year so far ?
Schiit Freya 
Adcom GFP-710 to Schiit Freya - upgrade?
LOL! 
Calling all Schiit Freya owners: question about amplifier pairing and heat problems.
My Freya does get very warm but not too hot to touch. Oppo 103/Vincent SP-331/Vandersteen 2Cs. To me the sound is wonderful. 
Adcom GFP-710 to Schiit Freya - upgrade?
Another big + for the over-achieving Freya. Definitely the best my system has ever sounded.