krelldog

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Looking for a new cartridge- Dynavector Karat 17D3 or Sumiko Blackbird
I'm planning on adding the Pass X15  phono preamp which has suitable gain for a low output MC cart. Matching a cart with a turntable/arm and a phono pre can be very confusing with all the different dynamics involved. Thanks for all the responses. ... 
Integrateds, which one??????????????
I get it...we all have a budget to stay within. I would just say this..The Parasound Halo probably should cost 5K...its that good. Used if you can find one would probably cost 1500-1700. The bonus with the Parasound Halo would be....you won't need... 
Integrateds, which one??????????????
I second the Parasound Halo. Absolute world beater in that price range. Built in DAC and a decent phono section should put this on your short list. Personally I've owned Krell/Pass/Plinius.....I was shocked how good Parasound sounds. Also their cu... 
Best Interconnects from DAC to Integrated-under 300 used
I'm currently using Discovery +4.  Looking for musical yet detailed...but aren't we all. 
Cambridge Azur 851 D- Dac Question
BTW- The media player I'm using is J River if this matters. 
Phillips CD 880
Thanks Mofi....I just bought one on ebay...and I have a hunch its the same seller. Thanks for the tip . 
Which integrated amp would you pick?
stereo5.....thanks for the Chicopee tip. 
Which integrated amp would you pick?
George- Where can I get one under 2K ? Please share... 
Which integrated amp would you pick?
Thanks everyone for their input...and yes I specifically asked about the Parasound  Halo. Thanks George and stereo 5 for your experience with this integrated. 
Which integrated amp would you pick?
Currently the speakers are PSB B/25's....although I'm also upgrading these also. I'm looking for a mini monitor under 1500. I'm considering Martin Logan Motion 35XT's. The source is digital files on my laptop through a Musical Fidelity V-90 DAC. T... 
What Pre/Pro do you recommend?
Woops...My last post was directed at Zd542...although I do appreciate everyones input. 
What Pre/Pro do you recommend?
Dbphd.....Thanks for such a thorough explanation. I appreciate your perspective. 
What Pre/Pro do you recommend?
Ctsooner.....I appreciate the response....can you give me a couple examples of the preamps your talking about?Thanks 
What Pre/Pro do you recommend?
Runnin.....Your observation is spot on. I'm hoping to upgrade the pre/pro and add HDMI inputs...Does anyone have any experience with the Cary Cinema 12? 
What Pre/Pro do you recommend?
Clarification: I already have bass management through the Rotel 1066. I'm very happy with the sound using my Martin Logan Depth Sub...thats the reason I wanted my next pre-amp to have bass management....it would be a bonus if the next pre-amp/pre ...