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| Is DEQX a game changer? I'd be very curious to hear about other folks who are using the digital output too, and curious to hear what DACs seem just comparable to DEQX (similar sound or a sideways move), and those that are a big upgrade over the DEQX internal DAC. As some... | |
| Help me choosing Phono Preamp No direct experience re: how the kW compares to the MX-VYNL but based on the MSRP of the VYNL vs the much higher MSRP of the kW of the kW when it came out, I'd guess that the kW bests it. The kW replaced the excellent Avid Pulsus in my system, tho... | |
| need help with Moerch tone-arm setup. Sounds like you'll need to back up and figure a lot out here. 1) There are a number of different arm wands for Moerch tonearms, which allows you to use a lot of different cartridges. There should be a dot or mark on the armwand that is blue/red/gr... | |
| Help me choosing Phono Preamp I would recommend an Avid Pulsus as a fabulous option. Or if you can find one used, look into a Musical Fidelity kW phono stage. No transformers and can handle such low output LOMCs just fine. | |
| case/lang/veirs new album Fantastic album. It, Black Star, new Radiohead and new James Blake are some of my faves this year. And need to spend more time with the new Savages. Interesting lil tidbit : I went to college with Laura Viers | |
| Digital crossovers With the exception of an analog input, there are a number of digital EQ options like DEQX that can provide a digital output (as well as taking digital inputs), so there is no need for unnecessary A/D/A conversion if one wants a different DAC to ha... | |
| Is DEQX a game changer? Al, Somehow I missed this excellent post when originally posted (damn end-of-year push at work I suppose). That's great to hear that you've finally gotten the room correction work done. Now that winter is forcing me indoors for longer periods, I'm... | |
| What Cartridge please? While I am as happy as the next guy to throw out suggestions based on my experience (another ZYX fan here), I think it may be more helpful a discussion if you give us an idea of what you are looking for in a cart? What types of music do you listen... | |
| DAC vs. Preamp Another option worth looking into is a DEQX unit. HDP-4 replaced my prior preamp (the excellent Musical Fidelity kW which I need to get around to selling) and DAC. Gives you multiple digital inputs, 2 analog inputs, and digitally corrects for your... | |
| UPGRADE TIME!! Preamp vs. Speakers??? While there is merit to the "weakest link" argument in general, I do think that where speakers are part of the discussion that argument is less likely to apply, as long as your amp is able to adequately power your speakers. In my experience, speak... | |
| Tube integrated with real bass. Does it exist? +1 on both Rogue and Atmasphere. Great bass is non-negotiable for me and both really delivered with APPROPRIATE speakers. | |
| Turntable recommendation for under 6k I'm a huge fan of my Townshend Rock 7. | |
| Best cartridge match for my Phono Preamp Much like looking for speakers to match an amp, it feels like finding a cart to match a phono stage is doing it in the wrong order. Find a great cart (or speaker) that you love, and then match your amplification to that. | |
| How much am I missing with SL1200 mk2? Try Music Direct if you can't audition locally. I'd suggest giving them a call and talking to Chris or Bes, their vinyl gurus. They can help steer you right and they have a great return policy if you don't like what you buy. | |
| Outboard speed control for Thorens TD-124 You are referring to the Roadrunner from Phoenix. It can be paired with the Falcon, which controls the speed. But the Falcon can also be used as a standalone. I use it that way, and confirm speed with my trusty Kab strobe. |