It can be mysterious. I agree with many of our members your DAC plays a big role. ) I'm slowly getting back into hi-fi. Well, Raul, I think you win this year's award for longest post to the Audiogon forum! [smile] I currently use B&O MMC1 and MMC2 cartridges and I am thoroughly satisifed with the quality of my moving magnet cartridges. I found them to be very natural sounding as they really brought a convincing sense of "reality" to my system. Or, if you ordered it from a retailer, please call your retailer and ask for the status of your McIntosh pre-amp order. Report Comment. We would like to show you a description here but the site won’t allow us. You must have a verified phone number and physical address in order to post in the Audiogon Forums. Delete. So, never again. However, some of those new Nagaoka styli cost like a whole new cartridge and if you owned a Signet you have to search audiogon for Signet TK-10ML and related top of the line Signet models, they are superior to any modern AT and so much better than any Nagaoka. Copy Comment URL. Edit. Now to pay your audio specialist unlimited access to switching DAC's will be a harder sell. The M700's are a good value, but not as nice as the A-21. 04-10-2023 at 12:34pm. An electrical engineer on how power cables can impact sound quality. The Preamp is in production and will be ready to ship in about 2 weeks. Message User. It’s incredibly interesting and goes some way to showing why cables matter and that all cables are not equal. They are no longer in production (the designer/builder died a few years back), and rarely come up for sale (they're good). Edit. 3) I never turn off the 16. Report Comment. I was going to offer you an opportunity to try mine. Thanks Imhififan ,Jond and Riley. We allow for some rich text with quoted. Once logged in to the Audiogon Forums, you can click on the Start a New Discussion link in the navigation. by lcherepkai · 2,837 views. by willrich47 · 262 views. . Van den Hul Grail SB with vdh Colibri and others, Ortofon A90, Audio Technica ART-1000. My hifi friends also dig it and a fancy mono block friend was “stunned”. audioconnection. Is there a good analog sounding DAC. Interesting you should ask. Indeed, the included shielding was useless, but the fluorocarbon (Teflon) dielectric throughout was real. The PSA M1200 amps use IcePower modules with proprietary tubed input stage. So here is my question: I have gone through 3 6550 tubes in the Ref 5 (which AR says is used as a “voltage regulator” in the. Every time. 179461-14697. the new ART9XI with . there are others I know about but I’ve not heard them recently. 941 posts. Delete. Discussions. Now I only charge my iPad with 99. Message User. Phono cable (RCA-RCA) from TT to Phono Pre Question. Featured Listings Wilson Audio Alexia 1 - Certified Authentic Pre. Audiogon answer was be careful with some of our sellers ( what a laughable comment). Just curious why there’s not a single discussion on Audiogon forum regarding Linn. digital. Made Major Upgrade at $0 Cost in 1 Minute. audition jbl 4367 at the very least also i think there is a pair of dd67000s for sale on audiogon for under 40k. During my first 15 years with an audio system, vinyl was my main source. 1,075 posts. BTW, I had a Rogue Cronus for a few years, no issues with tube life. I loved the sound of it too and wore it down to a nub as well. The world's largest high-end audio community. Made my head hurt. 3,481 posts. What do you have fora quality line conditioner, - surge protector ? it has to be. Posts. 04-04-2023 at 10:21am. 04-06-2022 at 10:26pm. Subwoofers. wolf_garcia. Delete. 1,526 posts. Anyone else using slugs instead of fuses? Comments on metals used and sound please. PVF services cost $8/record for "Archival 3. 8 hours ago. Timely discussion. 625". 07-06-2023 at 06:27am. I have a Luxman integrated 505uxii. Price range: about $3K (with some slight headroom if the right DAC warrants it). And when you die, you can have them engraved. 01-26-2023 at 03:50pm. 12-17-2022 at 08:11am. For half the price of N30SA or W20SE, it’s capable of ringing 85%-90% performance of the aforementioned top tier models. Report Comment. 01-29-2023 at 03:38am. I use the Audioquest NRG Edison receptacle made of beryllium copper. 1. My seller had no idea about this. I won't list them now because I don't wish to disparage anyone. 06-14-2021 at 07:03pm. I have listened to these and the sound is just incredible. 6 two-way floor standing speakers in semi-gloss black finish with optional outriggers. ) that is silver plated copper and sells for $20. You have to ask @nandric about his NOS Signet samples. They still are going to need at least 50 wpc per the mfg. Link to the Cube Audio Nenuphar (with F10 Neo driver) speaker page:audioman58. This discussion. The world's largest high-end audio community. It's plugged into a Audioquest Niagara 5000. My opinion in listening is Revels are a little smoother and less grainy in midrange and treble but can't play as loud or as effortless as Paradigm. 5 mv. Copy Comment URL. I have an Audio Research Ref 5SE pre running into a Modwright KWA 100SE power amp. The PSA M1200 amps use IcePower modules with proprietary tubed input stage. Some of these are: Bryston ST, SST, SST2 series. This is one way in which a forum can be superior to a reviewer. Browse the alphabetical list of brands and find your. Find reviews, ratings, recommendations, and advice from other audiophiles and experts. to be the best. Delete. Because of the hastle of tube changing, I recently went in a simpler direction and bought a Rogue DragoN. Perhaps it was my attitude with the equipment being discussed, but I really am not sure. I have tried twice to buy equipment from him and both times he was rude and opinionated to the point of insulting. 75" . Mpomerantz. example of used, allows 2 tonearms: luxman PD444DD, rear can be long arm, side 9". My seller had no idea about this. 6,097 posts. Well my question is specifically about the Prestige 85f, versus Revel Performa 3 line or other $4=5000 range floorstanders. 4. I find the Nordost having a leaner sound. Off the more usual Jazz & Pop beaten path, if you like Blue Grass, "Alison Krauss + Union Station" Live (preferably a Hi-Def version) is a favorite of mine -- both the CD and Blu-Ray. Why do people come on here and ask questions without doing any research?Audiogon. Why Was My Forum Post or Discussion Removed? How Do I Request A Post or Thread Be Removed? Why Did My Thread Disappear? Why Are the Forums Moderated? How Do I Keep Track of My Discussions? How Do I Respond to a Forum Discussion? See all 7 articles. 5db and 4 instead of 8 ohm. Edit. In the past 12 years, Audiogon was a great resource for buying used Mcintosh Amps. 16. The rogue is nice. Collapse all responses. I bought a 1m LavriCable Ultimate Silver Dual USB cable because the data and power runs are separated physically as two separate cables and it uses 5N silver conductors — design features normally found in much pricier USB cables — but at US$124 it’s only just a hair over your max budget. Delete. Proac K6 Signature, Sonus Faber Amati Tradition,Verity Audio Amadis, Kharma DB-9. 000. This was back in 2006 and around the time I sold that amp the revised McCormack amps would pop up on the market quiet frequently. 04-16-2022 at 01:51pm. A collector piece but not necessarily in price. I recently purchased the m700 mono amps for a new basement system. The tube amplifier was the Quicksilver Mono 60’s, using both KT88 and KT77 tubes. Delete. by jaytor · 871 views. Copy Comment URL. First and foremost is the GaN-FET amplifier module. 11-17-2023 at 09:08am. The real meat of this is the four DACs in the $4500 to $5500 range, Wavelight, HydraVox, M3 and TT2. Delete. Delete. Initially, I was all in on the Revels because of how well the measure, particularly off axis, since I have an open concept living room kitchen that is wide. 1U rack mount kit available separately (Model RMK11) Parasound NewClassic 200 integrated $1195. They are certainly beautiful. Quoted me about 33% of the cost of a brand new unit to get the problem fixed/replaced. The SE version measures: Height 48" x Width 10. I disagree if you are familiar (in person) with some of the speakers being compared. and can be configured as sealed or ported which is desirable in my opinion. The cables are warm and detailed. 0 " services, a nine-step process and $5/record for "Archival 2. stereo playback for SACDs, audio CDs, CD-Rs, CD-RWs, and DVD-Rs". 4cm) W x 13. 03-17-2023 at 03:02am. 6,481 posts. Details. I bought them looking for an alternative sound (low watt tubes, high-eff horn-like speakers) to my standard high watt, medium-eff cones and domes system. Today I picked up my Atma-Sphere Class D Amps. You must have a verified phone number and physical address in order to post in the Audiogon Forums. audioman58. 2) We are in a global slowdown. New posts Search forums. 04-30-2022 at 07:13pm. @tomic601 Respectfully, I disagree that "hyper detail" is distortion. Bluebook The right price. I stream Qobuz. I have a Technics 1200G. Delete. I had a real Uncle Bob, so Bob was always my uncle. 345 posts. Thank you. @audiofun Seeking Out Demo's of Phonostages, is a experience that can become quite an eye opener, when having the opportunity to encounter and be demonstrated a selection of Phonostages with different Topologies and Circuit Designs. And the bluebook itself wasn’t a great guide - though it’s. Copy Comment URL. Copy Comment URL. Delete. Besides, I want this forum to continue and using an ad-blocker takes the revenue away from them necessary to maintain the site. Report Comment. Delete. Report Comment. - Parasound A21+. U. Edit. Recently, it became the hub for scammers listing all kind of Mcintosh gears. I have been reading a lot of threads here that I have been informative and helpful. Just bought the Sugden A21SE integrated amp and would like to know what speakers pair well with it. However, since you can put it into a stand-by mode which keeps the caps charged I would assume it would come on "song" very quickly if you did. In this current climate is better to go with pro speakers and looks for speakers made from wood and not break the bank. Wattson Madison; great size. Copy Comment URL. 06-25-2023 at 08:23pm. Accessing Audiogon securely. To add to my previous post: The Electron SE is a slightly different cabinet size than the standard Electron which measures: 48" (121cm) H x 10. waltersalas. Edit. Every time. Copy Comment URL. Following the discussions and a bit more research, I decided to have Aric build a Custom 300b PSET amp and Super 6sn7 Linestage preamp. 103 posts. Message User. 11-14-2023 at 07:30am. I use to read, georgehifi, millercarbon, almarg, GK, tvad, oldhvymec, kenjit, oregonpa, and about 100 other ones. add or never add 2nd arm as things develop. I just got a copy yesterday of Classic Records 200 gram LP re-issue of Duke Ellington's "Blues In Orbit". 30 / foot) Differences that anyone could hear: 0. The vents on the front end of the speakers are different as well. For the power cord I'm using my trusted Cabledyne 10 gauge pure silver cord. Delete. on Aug 7. Bluebook The right price. . I wonder. I was initially impressed with the sound. +1 @yogiboy I was just going to say, HiFi Shark and its notifications do exactly this, but across multiple platforms. In my system, they are a significant improvement over the SR Orange fuses. My first build uses the Takman REX resistors in the shunt positions with a Vishay Z-foil series resistor. Delete. The thing that really annoys me with the Anthem is that. 25, 212/SE, S/812, Carbon Limited, and S/510. 12-20-2022 at 01:00pm. Edit. forum education/function. Focal Aria 936. Edit. Amazing. Edit. THOUGHTS? calvinj 11-18-2023 5:45am. I played Enya, one of my Westminster albums and Jacintha. Details. 06-27-2022 at 09:46pm. Of course, pricing things realistically (thank you audiogon blue book) makes a big difference. The answer is to connect a second router to the primary router. Find or sell audio related products, such as speakers, amplifiers, turntables, DA converters, and more. Not sure why, but it appears the OP edited their original post from a longer story about being on the list and having to cancel their order to this two word version. Copy Comment URL. 09-12-2022 at 01:09am. 00. 00 with EL34 and is 15w. The tweeters have been precision matched and upgraded to Audax Gold. Santana I, side 1: almost unlistenable. Rogers High Fidelity Integrated amplifiers. Copy Comment URL. My experience with the MY Sonic Lab cartridges is limited to the Ultra Eminent EX. Therefore if folk like you come on to promote your own product, but try to sell it by inserting links in your forum posts, then Audiogon would have no income and the forum would not exist. And dozens of recommendations don’t really narrow the field much, especially when there is little opportunity to demo any of them. Forum. Posts. However, it certainly looks like the latter. Copy Comment URL. Copy Comment URL. If this guy thinks he can determine the sound he’s going to get from the equipment he takes home by how the store he buys it from looks, he’s in for a surprise. You have some great choices out there, good luck. *shrugs*. The reason there are a lot of ARC products for sale right now: 1) 50+ years of mass production (yes had built but massive production) means LOTS of components worldwide are for sale. Message User. The Weiss and Wavedream signature are quite a bit more. Aurender has put a . For a few years I have had an Intona Isolator with Oyaide Continental 5S upstream and Intona Reference downstream connecting Streamer and DAC. 10-19-2021 at 07:57pm. Forum Leader. 03-23-2022 at 02:17pm. 4,817 posts. When the wife went out of town for a time, I set up both 'tables side-by-side and did several weeks of intensive comparative listening. Edit. MoFi Sourcepoint 10. Delete. 5,304 posts. Expand all responses. Please recommend new headphones for listening to Qobuz on iPhone. Edit. Delete. Information can be gleaned from every forum in that way. This is purely intended as an exercise in vicarious fun. Me too. I think it’s time to divide the forums into three categories, Questions, Opinions and Throwdowns. Delete. Delete. Of course, since I have a B&O BG9000 turntable, I am limited to using only B&O cartridges. 02. Contact for Price. Virtual Systems Let the world see what you've built. Expressing myself through this forum has been helpful to me in diagnosing the pitfalls of sound addiction. - D-Sonic m3a 800s. When you consider all the cheap connections and circuit breakers in the service entrance (panel), it's hard to justify spending a lot of money on wall outlets. I plan on using the DAC3B on a new tube headphone amp so I will need another DAC to replace it. good luck. Delete. If you have. 2. Edit. 11: August 4, 2023 11:54am: What are your top three live concerts of all time? by rockysantoro · 10,278 views. First listening impressions: extremely lean sound. These two amplifiers are a near dead heat in sound quality, just different strengths. Buy what you like, and like what you buy. This discussion. Chances are that some questions may have already been answered. Find deals on new and used hi-fi equipment online. The room is approximately 800 square feet. Copy Comment URL. 2,706 posts. Merch Rep the community and hobby you love so much. To build a system that competes with the better more expensive sounding systems out there. 04-16-2022 at 01:51pm. My Audiogon friend has Pass Electronics and Magnepan 3. ) Go separates with a 6SN7 based preamp (such as Sachs) + SS power amp, possibilities would be a GaN Class D, or Benchmark AHB2. on Oct 9. Edit. You must have a verified phone number and physical address in order to post in the Audiogon Forums. Revel f36. I hope that living spirit of John Hoffman will enjoy your good job on his preamp in after-world. Details. Additional dampening and is. Especially now that my latest pair are closer to $10k. microphone. 5: August 6, 2023 3:22am: Well built, aesthetically pleasing wooden cabinets. In the $2k range I Never compared it to anything reference class dac,You must have a verified phone number and physical address in order to post in the Audiogon Forums. 8 hours ago. It only has one input, so that's what you need to be looking for. thanks in advance. I own a Bluesound node 2i for a yr now. 610 posts. aurender directory all of my audio directories on my drive. audio mirror is another one out there, but i have not had one in hand yet to assess. : ) Likely Ad related. Edit. Delete. I noted it has Siemens Halske and Telefunken ECC802S tubes for sale on The Tube Museum website. To add to my previous post: The Electron SE is a slightly different cabinet size than the standard Electron which measures: 48" (121cm) H x 10. 1,935 posts. big_greg. Daily forum chats. I sold 1 for that amount 5 years ago. Copy Comment URL. I started with a hybrid integrated and went to separate tube pre/SS amp. 02-08-2021 at 06:51pm. Audiogon forum site problem; Magnum Dynalab MD-108. These are a pair of SoundLab Majestic 745 panels. This discussion. I just bought a cable for about $950 and Audiogon charged me a $5. A few years ago I ran an experiment. Enthusiasts have been buying and selling high end audio equipment on Audiogon for 20 years. Delete. Hmmm . I'm late to the game (sorry), but I happenstance came across this discussion and thought I would add my two-cents. 64 posts. One kind of post is made when someone gets a new piece of equipment, is excited about it, and wants to share with others. Edit. My head hurts the thought of spending ions mixing DAC with headphone/speaker amps. 03-30-2023 at 08:16am. Now look at a close up picture of both cartridges. Merch Rep the community and hobby you love so much. Shop hi-fi All Listings on the largest high-end audio marketplace. I have owned quite a few good reasonably priced tube amps in my life. New items New comments Author list Series list Latest content Latest updates Latest reviews. There were several recent discussions started via Audiogon's forums about this new fee and the moderators removed them all. Wednesday at 6:25am. 04-21-2022 at 09:34am. by navyachts · 2,720 views. 323 posts. Join the discussion on topics related to high-end audio, such as digital, analog, speakers, cables, amplifiers, and more. Posts. There were some DRs for sale on Audiogon recently for $1600 each. 04-21-2022 at 07:09am. And it will produce its rated output either way. The best reviews are professional reviewers that have experienced many components across the sound quality / cost points. Report Comment. The verdict -- The Linn had better speed stability and the sound had more punch. tone to it. 3. I have owned MANY amps (both tube and SS, including 6+ class Ds over the decades. Discussions. Report Comment. by czarivey · 319 views. The specs don't list DVD-Audio discs, so I would presume it will not play them. This discussion. Buying. I have indelible memories of the enjoyment factor of the experiences I have been party to.