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Small Sub, NHT Sub 8 or Velodyne MiniVee
I went with the Velodyne MiniVee. The MiniVee is really impressive. It easily outperforms the NHT Sub8. The sound has more volume, while still be tight and clear. In my room it seems to be perfect with LS50. It adds richness to the lower end and i... 
Small Sub, NHT Sub 8 or Velodyne MiniVee
Thank you for the responses and the correction on the terminology. In terms of the soundstage, the Kefs sound great. It is the fact that lower output from the sub doesnt feel as expansive as the rest of the music. If I raised the volume of the sub... 
Peachtree or Hegel Integrated?
I appreciate the responses. I did look up the Clones site. It appears they are like many integrated units with only analog inputs. My intent is to have an integrated with digital inputs, preferably with 2 optical inputs. Thanks again. 
Peachtree or Hegel Integrated?
I was able to see and hear the Hegel H80 this weekend. The demo, however, wasn't great. I heard it briefly with large floorstanding speakers instead of monitor. Some questions went unanswered. Are the discrete codes for inputs to program remote (H... 
ARC CD3 MKII vs. Ayre CX7e
I have heard both players, but only briefly on the same setup. I think they are both excellent players, and it comes down to preference and system matching.I now own the Ayre cx-7e, but could easily be happy with the cd3 (albeit I don't have the s... 
Best CDP in the $4k to $8k range
I find the player has great sense of balance with great inner detail and nice highs without being forward or etched. Its a player that lets you just enjoy the music. My second choice would be AR CD3. I think its a great player. It may err on the s... 
ATC SCM-35
I thought it was a good pairing. It provided a dynamic setup with nice detail and bass response. I also heard the speakers through the ATC integrated. I thought they were very similar with the Cary having a slightly richer lower midrange, and the ... 
PMC vs. ATC
I have listened to both PMC and ATC (albeit smaller speakers) and to me their presentations are more similar than not. They are both high quality speakers with excellent, detailed presentations. I would really question how someone could have such ... 
Would you buy speakers with out first listening ?
I have been disappointed, updating from B&W 802, series III to B&W N804. It has taught me never to buy speakers that I do not hear first. It was my third set of B&Ws so I didn't think it would be a problem.Room issues and associated co... 
Difference between Cary 303/200 and 306/200?
and I prefer the 306/200. While both players are very good, they do have a different presentation and tonal balance.The 303/200 is a very musical player that brings music to life. Its not the last player for detail or neutrality, but its one of th... 
Von Schweikert Subwoofers
I have the Velodyne DD10, and use it in a less than ideal room (12 x12, opening to a small sunparlor). Its used for 2-channel only and it adds a layer of warmth and complexity my monitors were missing. The software is incredible and easy to use. I... 
Anyone pay 1st price, Even if it's fair ? Poll
Actually some of us view "low ballers will be cheerfully ignored" as just plain rude. Its also an indication the seller has no problem dismissing someone arbitrarily or dealing with them in a less than friendly manner. I would think this would be ... 
High End Audio Dealers
of dealers varied tremendously. I probably visted 6 different dealers throughout the tri-state area. Of the 6, I would only say 2 were exceptional with the remaining being okay to poor. I eliminated a few brands right off the bat b/c the local dea... 
Anyone pay 1st price, Even if it's fair ? Poll
Probably half the items I have sold have been at my asking price, while the others were still in my low range estimate. I try to list them at a price which I think reflects their value. Some items have sold really quickly & I wonder if I liste... 
Thoughts on my speaker search...kind of long......
Actually, I think you can tell a speakers general characteristics fairly easy. I agree system components, room, cables play a large role, but some of the reviews were just out there. I think reviews are relevant when you have you have some history...