lhasaguy
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| Pre-Amp vs. Integrated...why? There are many reasons for using a preamp and amplifier(s) versus an integrated amplifier or receiver.In my case, my speakers (Maggie 3.6) need significant power, more than available with a receiver. I am running Mac MC501 mono blocks that make t... | |
| What is the most memorable concert that you had attended so far? The most memorable for me was The Allman Bros. Band, 1971, Syria Mosque in Pittsburgh Pa. Duane blew me away, it was the end of the tour just before he died.However, in 1974 Knebworth Park outside of London, the following bands had a terrific day... | |
| full-scale orchestral music—best test of speakers’ potential? The number of variables that go into a sysyem are auch that I do not care if symphonic music is the hardest test as I have other listening preferences. For me, having Eva Cassidy sound like she is singing in my room is sufficient. And the same wi... | |
| Setting up a system - What to buy WHEN? Two things stand out to me. One, decide what your budget is, broken out by component. Many 4 Ohm speakers require major amounts if power that can be quite costly, ask me how I know, LOL.I would listen to many speakers and then let them drive th... | |
| Are Pass Labs amps probably the best ever you can buy ? Best is a relative term in that you need to understand the synergy between the Amp and speakers and pre amp.Pass makes a great amp, but the key is finding those who have the same speakers and what they use for power.I have my own bias and budget a... | |
| If you could only keep 5 record albums, what would they be? Allman Bros. Band - Live at the FilmoreJanis Joplin - Cheap ThrillsDave Brubeck - Take FiveCream - Wheels of FireEva Cassidy- Live at Blues Alley | |
| Is it time to just quit? Elizabeth,You have been a member of this and other forums for many years. As I have made my own journey I have always watched your posts as we are both Maggie lovers.I went silent for many years as I embraced my system as it is and realized that ... | |
| What is the first album you purchased, and do you still have it? My first album was The Animals, it was their first album in 1964. Lost years ago in a divorce.The beginning of a long journey in rock and blues. The above mentioned Hooker & Heat is still one of my all time favorites. | |
| Drink of choice for serious listening? I am a single malt scotch guy, like many different ones. I can go smooth or peaty.Laphroig is not for the meek, LOL. Glenkinchie is very smooth, excellent for those just dipping a toe in the single malt pool.I also enjoy Johnny Walker Black, it ... | |
| Maggie owners HELP PLEASE! One more important Maggie thought. The absolute best bang for the buck are Mye stands if the so not come with your speakers. | |
| Maggie owners HELP PLEASE! My experience with Maggies running 3.6 over the last 12 years is that they ned a lot of current. They sounded OK with 200 qpc, but when I moved up to MC501s, test benched at 750 wpc, advertised at 500 wpc, the Maggies opened up and bloomed.Just ... | |
| My Long List of Amplifiers and My Personal Review of Each! I have read this entire thread, but missed one thing. In all these discussions of audio at the high end, no one ever speaks of vinyl and turntables as a source.I was contemplating adding a turntable into my system to be able to enjoy some of my a... | |
| Worst Rock Band Ever !!!! For all the Steve Miller haters, the early stuff was really good, Jacjson Kent State Bles, Gangstr of Love, Space Cowboy, etc. I saw them live in 72 if I recall and enjoyed it immensely.Terrible is the Strawberry Alarm Clock, could not play a lic... | |
| Which band IS really America's Greatest (rock & roll band)? Hearing, not rearing, fruedian slip perhaps, LOL | |
| Which band IS really America's Greatest (rock & roll band)? I am old (70) and now have bad rearing from all the concerts I attended in the late 60s and early 70s, although I kept on going as I aged.Three bands just blew me away in person and also via recorded music.The Allman Bros. Band with Duane on the L... |