mrkoven

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Step down transformers detrimental to SQ?
@erik_squires Thanks for the tip that is an amazing price...Thanks all this has been informative. 
Step down transformers detrimental to SQ?
Thanks for the acupwr link.And @erik_squires yes well I haven't purchased yet but eyeing a Luxman from Japan off eBay.. good guess! :) 
Step down transformers detrimental to SQ?
@bsmg I was under impression that I need a step down because the voltage from my wall is higher than the amp spec. So it takes 120V down to 100V for amp intake? I could be wrong though. I've never used a transformer.@millercarbon Are you sure I ca... 
Are DAC's overpriced?
I used to think DACs made little difference until I tried the Chord DAVE. Whether it's overpriced... well, that comes down to your own financial situation as ultimately value is subjective and cost is relative. 
The best used, high quality moniter $1000 budget
fritz carbon 7's a bit over your budget, but well worth it, definitely a giant-killer otherwise check out ascend sierra-1's for under $1000 
B&W 805D stands? Experience?
go with a VTI stand and fill it with stand, best bang for buckhttp://www.racksandstands.com/VTI-DF-Series-Speaker-Stands-DF-VI1045.html 
Finally saved 3000 what is a good setup.
go with fritz carbon 7 monitors and spend the rest on an integrated, krell is what i used, it'll be the best bang for your buck, the carbon 7's are giant killers 
Zu Omen or Tekton Lore
some pics of my M-Lore, im liking the satin white finish, cabinet quality is pretty good considering the pricegot it hooked up to a decco2, as for the sound, i'll have to post some thoughts later on, after more listeninghttp://i44.tinypic.com/2yvq... 
Totem speakers and others that I should consider?
+1 to sleepless, ive had the forests in the past and they are relatively bright speakers, listening fatigue was an issue for me as well, totem makes good speakers in general but the forest is overrated/overpriced imo 
Need efficient floor-stander for 2a3
tekton s-lore 
Zu Omen or Tekton Lore
well i placed an order for satin white m-lore's yesterday, eric told me 5-6 days before it ships, so i'll post some thoughts when it arrives, thanks for the stereomojo link too, nice read 
Zu Omen or Tekton Lore
trying to decide between the m-lore and lore for a guest room approx 14x16... will be using a 40w idecco, about 75% movies 25% music... wondering how the bass is on the m-lore and any input would be appreciated thanks 
Best shipper for 200lb amp?
what about for international air freight? pilot air as well? 
mbl 101e vs 116f vs 111f
i guess i should make a separate thread in amp/preamp sectionbut the bryston 28sst2 seems like a prime choice, correct me if im wrong thanks 
mbl 101e vs 116f vs 111f
thanks Larry, what brand of electronics would you recommend to match the 111F?