bondmanp
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| Going to rip 2000 cds. Which software? Another vote for dBPoweramp. I rip on a laptop which is networked to my router. The rip is sent to my Vortexbox Appliance, a Linux dedicated server connected by ethernet to the router. Yes, the Vortexbox Appliance has an internal optical drive ... | |
| Are audiophile speakers turn on for single women? I am a fat and ugly audiophile. In my single days, I would approach gorgeous model type women in bars. I would look them in the eyes and say "I have a really great pair of high resolution loudspeakers in my apartment. Wanna come over and listen... | |
| Best speakers for $3000 Consider a home audition of Ohm Walsh 2000 ($2800/pr). You have enough juice for them, and they do just about everything well. As long as your room is not larger than the recommended room size for the speakers (see the Ohm web site), you might f... | |
| Ohm Walsh Micro Talls: who's actually heard 'em? t8kc: You may need an in-line filter for the hum. Whatever nexus your audio system has with the TV might need this. If the hum is from the TV transformer itself, not much you can do except to try some of the plug-in devices designed to quiet no... | |
| Amps which are Great, but either Unknown or Underpriced My Odyssey Audio HT3 (with cap upgrade) is nearly 10 years old. I have not once in all these years even considered an amp upgrade. This amp is a giant killer, with detailed, clean sound, never etched or bright, with stunning soundstage width and... | |
| When is your Hifi good enough? For me:As long as I smile when the music plays, I am happy.As long as I don't feel like doing something other than listening, I am happy.As long as I have other financial burdens in life that take priority over indulging in new gear just for the s... | |
| Is high end audio to snooty for its own good? Sure, some of the larger-than-life celebrities of the Hi-Fi world can be eccentric, and yes, snooty. But that's a personality trait, not a trait of the gear itself. I don't begrudge those with the resources to invest big money into their stereo ... | |
| Ohm Walsh Micro Talls: who's actually heard 'em? t8kc: Not to worry, this is THE Ohm thread on Audiogon, and many people lurk in addition to posting. I think you've made some excellent decisions. The new 2.2000 will need a lot of break-in. Be patient, and you will be richly rewarded. John h... | |
| Silverline Speaker Opinion I always enjoyed the Silverline demos at shows. One year, I heard, and fell in love with, the original Bolero. Delicate, detailed highs to die for when paired with Yun's own tube amp. They were my dream speaker for many years (and would still b... | |
| R.I.P. David Bowie "You know who I am," he saidThe speaker was an angelHe coughed and shook his crumpled wingsClosed his eyes and moved his lips"It's time we should be going"......Waiting so long, I've been waiting so, waiting soLook back in anger, see it in my eyes... | |
| Recommendations please for good, affordable pre-amp for system? I agree with the posters who suggested you get a cheap place-holder until you can get something that will do justice to your fine amp and speakers. The preamp is, IMHO, second only to the speakers in determining the sound quality of your system. ... | |
| What's the greatest bargain in audio racks these days? FWIW, I have been very pleased with my VTI double-wide for the last 8 years. It can handle a 300 lb. TV, so I would suspect the SOTA won't be an issue. It looks nice, has cable-routing cut-outs, and casters for easy moving. It was about the che... | |
| Speaker help under $2,500 I would suggest an in-home audition of Ohm Walsh 1000s. If your room is not too large for them, they might be a good choice. | |
| Ohm Walsh Micro Talls: who's actually heard 'em? Congratulations on the purchase, mas426. I am sure you will enjoy them. Just let them break in. I have heard Joseph Audio speakers many times at shows, and always enjoyed them, but you don't get much Joseph Audio for a grand! If you haven't he... | |
| Ohm Walsh Micro Talls: who's actually heard 'em? Long time no post, thanks to my company's draconian web blocking policies. But, a few things to add.Subwoofing: As you may know, I augment my 2000s with a pair of Vandersteen 2Wq subwoofers, which are now equipped with the battery biased Vanderste... |