jrader

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Anyone try KT150 in Primaluna Dialogue Premium HP
soundermn - those two things are always better together!  
Anyone try KT150 in Primaluna Dialogue Premium HP
I am using KT150s in my HP mono-blocks. I have been running almost exclusively in triode mode. My speakers are Wilson Audio Sabrinas. No lack of bass or definition. I'm always amazed at how "real" everything sounds. Puts a smile on my face every t... 
Need a Roon, Wifi, DAC Expert Please!
This was all very helpful - thank you much!! yyzsantabarbara... I am looking at the Aurelic as an option. They seem to be doing many things well!audiotroy... the idea of an extender may be a good option for me. It should allow more options for DAC... 
Can you live with your current speaker until you die?
I think I can...The last 25 years with Wilson Audio WATT/Puppies and now the WA Sabrinas. If I ever do get a different pair, I'll likely stay in the family. 
Accuracy vs. musicality
I think it's about the music that you want to hear.The music that comes out of my system makes me happy every time I press "play".  There are performers making music I love in a 3D space. The vocals and instruments sound real. The speakers disappe... 
New vs Used - Significant sonic improvements in preamp/amp design in the last 20 years?
I appreciate the replies and helps validate what I’ve heard in my and other systems. The point about "design vs design" is key. Thanks for taking the time to share your knowledge and technical experience.  I also want to learn more about systems l... 
New vs Used - Significant sonic improvements in preamp/amp design in the last 20 years?
Thank you for your perspective. I've been a long-time fan of Atma Sphere. The products have always had a reputation for being extremely well designed with great sonics.  
Which integrated amp for better musicality - Parasound Hint vs Primaluna vs ???
I'm running the PrimaLuna HP Monos with KT150s and Brimars into Wilson Audio Sabrinas. With the added power of the 150s and having the monoblocks, I run in Triode mode most, well ALL of the time. I am thrilled with the amount of bass, the life lik... 
New vs Used - Significant sonic improvements in preamp/amp design in the last 20 years?
Those are good points.I would love to hear from folks who have the opportunity to A/B components that were sonically Class A 10-20 years ago against the same class today.  I've recently had a chance to hear a couple of new Class A amps and preamps... 
What is your speaker ownership history since 1995?
Since 1995? Wilson Audio WATT3/Puppy2They still sound incredible.Just moved to Sabrinas last week. Will move the 3/2s to another room or give them to my son. He's hoping for the later.