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| First impression: Herron VTPH-2A phono preamp Just to amplify what some of the others have said regarding the upgrade from the VTPH-2 to 2A, the improvements are easily heard in a more dynamic presentation (perhaps due to the quieter background), even sweeter treble and punchier bass.I've lov... | |
| Decware and SET Low Power Tube Amps with Hi Efficency Speakers I’m running a pair of Zu Dirty Weekend Mk. II ‘s with the Clarity Cap upgrade and I alternate between my Dennis Had Inspire PSE Fire Bottle amp with built in Blue Alps volume attenuator, and a David Belles Aria integrated amp. The Inspire is rated... | |
| Herron VTPH 2--what cables are you using? Mkiser,Long time fan of Keith’s VTPH-2 myself. What upgrades did Keith perform on your VTPH-2?Thanks,TimBTW, I've got a Nordost Frey 2 interconnect between my VTPH-2 and my Belles Aria integrated amplifier. | |
| Anyone have experience with the Tung Sol 7581a vs. EL34, KT66, KT88, 6L6 Noromance,I’m with you on the TS7581A’s. I use them in my Dennis Had Inspire Fire Bottle PSE amp with excellent results. All the attributes you already mentioned apply in my system as well. I’ve also swapped in the GLKT66’s which sound good as wel... | |
| Dennis Had Inspire amps and preamps. Thought I'd chime in here.The Omega Super Alnico HO Monitors that I have sound incredible matched with my Dennis Had Inspire Fire Bottle PSE amplifier. I'm currently running KT66's (4) along with a 5R4 rectifier and a great sounding Sylvania 6SL7 ... | |
| Pani ... New ART-9 up and running ... I've had my ART 9 since last Tuesday. Obviously not broken in yet as I have probably about 20 hours on it. But I can say with certainty, in my system, my room, my ears. etc., the ART 9 is better than the Dynavector 17D3 already. I'm listening to i... | |
| Garrard 401 service & tweaking my new project. Phduncanson,My Garrard 401 has been completely restored by Christopher Thornton at Artisan Fidelity and I couldn't be more pleased with the quality of both the parts/components and the work he has performed.With regards to the Artisan Fidelity rep... | |
| What after a Lyra Delos, if any ? Icorem,Sorry I cannot help you with that comparison. I agree with some of the other's comments regarding the Delos being a great cartridge and true bargain at $1650! | |
| What after a Lyra Delos, if any ? Van Den Hul Colibri XGP Mk. 2 I loved my Delos too but the VDH took my rig to the next level of enjoyment. Better and more refined presentation. | |
| Hegel H300 vs Naim Supernait 2 vs Modwright KWI200 Zd542,Sounds excellent to my ears in my room with my system. As far as I know, Musical Fidelity products are designed in the UK, built in Taiwan, and QC/QA takes place again in the UK. MF products have been produced like this for decades.Honestly ... | |
| Hegel H300 vs Naim Supernait 2 vs Modwright KWI200 My recently acquired Musical Fidelity M6Si is an impressive sounding integrated as well! Can be had for under $3,000 too! | |
| My wife passed yesterday My condolences to you for your loss. Prayers to you. | |
| Salk vs Daedalus Speakers Rleff,Send me a private email. I have the Salk SS8's paired with a JRDG Continuum S2.Cheers,Tim | |
| I would love some suggestions on great acoustic... Antonio Forcione's "Tears of Joy" and "Meet Me in London". | |
| Preferences for which Integrated Amp? You may want to consider the Jeff Rowland Continuum S2 integrated amplifier as well. Optional phono card or dac boards available. I have the Continuum S2 paired with my Salk Soundscape 8's and they sound excellent together.The Continuum S2 is ultr... |