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| Splitter question Hi, ekimg,I use a Schiit Audio SYS with my desktop stereo (Audioengine N22 amp with two passive A2+ speakers) to switch between two sources and it works well. But it’s not exactly a high end system. I also use a SYS as a switch and volume attenuat... | |
| Is there an rca input selector box audio only 2ch in 1 out? Hi, pete23,I use a Schitt SYS for a similar situation (shared preamp input between DVD player and second turntable) and having the volume control is actually quite handy for equalizing the signal strength between the two sources. I can run the SYS... | |
| anyone know anything about primaluna gear...... Hi, kennesawjet,I use a Prologue Premium preamp with a class D power amp and really enjoy the pairing. I would caution you, though, about the preamp's relatively high output impedance. At 2800 ohms output there are going to be some power amps with... | |
| Ripping to FLAC - Album art Hi, spoutmouzert,dBpoweramp's CD Ripper does add cover art automatically. You can quickly check for other versions of the cover art as well. It's what I use to rip CDs to FLAC.Regards,Tom | |
| Questions about Node 2i Hi, n80,If I understand your question correctly, you'll need a separate Node for each listening environment. That is, one for your hi-fi system and one for wherever else you have a system. For example, I have two Nodes, one in the basement stereo ... | |
| Suggestions (based on experience) for power amp for Dynaudio Contour 20s, please Hi, bhakti-rider,My situation is not quite the same as yours but it is similar...I have the Dynaudio Contour S1.4 speakers and they, too, need plenty of reserve power. I use a combination of a PrimaLuna Prologue Premium preamp and a NAD M22 power ... | |
| Another favorite cartridge vanishes.. Dynavector 17D3. GONE! replaced.. Hi, Elizabeth,I was also surprised at the price jump in the 17DX cartridge. So instead of trading in my 17D3 for a replacement I was thinking instead to give a Soundsmith retip a try. Replacing the stylus on that short cantilever might be troubles... | |
| Streamer Advice: Bluesound Node 2 vs Aries Mini vs Oppo Hi, bomd,The Oppo 103 is not the same as the Oppo 105 when comparing sound quality; the 105 is a better player. I have a 103 and it's fine as a CD transport but the sound quality of its internal DAC is not as good compared to the internal DAC of a... | |
| The Devil is in the Cartridge Setup (and a good phone pre)... Hi, jbhiller,I'm wondering why you decided to increase VTF to the ART9's maximum recommended setting? I've found that the optimum for LOMC cartridges is usually in the mid-range of the recommendation, the ART9 included. Just curious.Regards,Tom | |
| Could I make use of a DAC with my setup? Well, I ended up buying two Node 2 units, one for the small stereo in the living room and one for the basement stereo room. If you're not wanting to spend the extra money you could look into one of the less expensive Pi players. I believe you can ... | |
| Could I make use of a DAC with my setup? Hi, forsooth,Not intending to confuse things but here’s another option you may want to consider...I was doing something similar to your situation with my laptop and desktop/main stereo systems and got tired of changing connections each time so I b... | |
| Which subwoofers have at least a 20k input impedance as required for ARC preamp What about a buffer stage in front of the sub amp? You can find tube buffers with >100k Ohm input impedance.Regards,Tom | |
| Shiit Loki I wonder if some of the improvements people are hearing is due to the Loki Mini’s input and output impedances (47K Ohms and 75 Ohms respectively) benefitting the preamp/integrated amp. It’s acting like a buffer stage. Maybe.Tom | |
| Record’s physical design properties Ah, ha; a vinyl tweak that worked. ’-)The shape of the groove is determined by the cutting lathe stylus so there is a specific stylus alignment that best traces that cut. The alignment of the stylus in the groove is determined by a combination of ... | |
| Record’s physical design properties kalali, here's another web page: "The Genesis Of Vinyl Stereo Record". English version is along left side of page.http://www.badenhausen.com/VSR_History.htm#Appendix_ATom |