mikerubin

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Personal amp evolution
Pioneer receiver (God only knows what the model number was), Nikko receiver, Luxman L-100 integrated, Creek 5350SE.Something else clearly is on the horizon for me, though, probably another integrated. The Creek is just not "fast" enough for much o... 
Best integrated for rock music under $1,500?
i have a Creek 5350SE and it's a lovely amp that gets harmonics right. However, the ONE form of music for which I will not recommend it is rock. It is because the Creek sounds so reticent and almost "slow" with fast-paced music that I am in the ma... 
San Francisco Bay Area Audio Society
I had a recent email exchange with the Club president in which he told me that it was likely the Club had just had its last meeting before disbanding. I have heard nothing from the Club since then, so I assume it went ahead and disbanded. If anyon... 
Infinity 2.6 Intermezzo specs and sound...
They sound a bit bright in my room with a Creek 5350SE, Grace F9E-L cartridge, and, especially, CEC CD player. I tame them somewhat with interconnects. Otherwise, they are detailed and the bass is substantial for a small system, although it benefi...