sunnyjim
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| Smoothest and best sounding turntable/cartridge combo up to $1600?? TO STRINGREEN: Yes I am sure I could build such a isolation base, but I decided to buy an Aurelex vibration base from Music Direct ($79.00 which offers marginal improvement in sound. but footfalls still occur but less so ) Despite these minimal g... | |
| Upgrading the "original " Rogue Sphinx integrated amp to the new version 2 (v-2)?? Mesch, And as you noted, the need for upgrade would be based on the addition in the headphone and phono stage. That is convenient plus the lower noise floor, but not exactly an improvement in sound. Unless, we want to argue that a lower noise wi... | |
| Is it necessary to use the same cable brand and model for bi-wiring?? Thanks to all who have contributed to this thread. Let me assure those who responded, I am not using cables as tone controls. I just want to see if there is a qualitative improvement in sound, and to find this out with moderate expense. The sin... | |
| Smoothest and best sounding turntable/cartridge combo up to $1600?? Thanks again to those who responded. To Paraneer: I am sure tables prepacked with cartridges represent an expert matching to tonearm. Unfortunately, I am not a big fan of Ortofon 2MRed which came with my previous Project DC Carbon TT. It was goo... | |
| Martin Logan Vista spks versus Maggie 1.7 speakers. Best speaker for medium size room?? DeKay, I will have to give Shelly's a call to see if they are opened on Sunday, that would be the best day for a drive out there. Thanks for the heads up | |
| Upgrading the "original " Rogue Sphinx integrated amp to the new version 2 (v-2)?? Guys, unless I missed something( and I will check) the original Rogue Sphinx which I have DOES NOT have a pre-amp out to accommodate a separate power amp. I am sure THE new version of the Sphinx just called v.2 has a pre-out. I am not sure I t... | |
| Smoothest and best sounding turntable/cartridge combo up to $1600?? To marktomaras: "Smooth sounding" may be too nonspecific a term. I was trying to say less high end congestion where the sound get bunched up, (that is not separated to hear nuances), or tinselly crashing highs, or a general lack coherence across... | |
| Magneplanar .7 speakers. Have you heard or own them?? To Oregontreat, Thank s for the comment about the Maggie.7. Like many of the other responses it will be helpful in making a decision. BTW, my listening space is about the same size as your room. Also, thanks for the heads up about QRD type d... | |
| Smoothest and best sounding turntable/cartridge combo up to $1600?? To Ray, Thank you for the reply and information. I have a strong suspicion the TP 60 tonearm is a liability in finding the best match of cartridges. Plus, the headshell presents serious adjustment problems for azimuth and overhang. therefore, t... | |
| Martin Logan Vista spks versus Maggie 1.7 speakers. Best speaker for medium size room?? To bdf24, Thanks for the heads up about the BBL. I know about his shop, but never been there. I will check out the ET website for info and reviews, before making a trip to Monrovia. Sounds promising, if I could just get the good wife on the p... | |
| Musical Fidelity A-5: Can its sound quality compete with today's top rated integrateds? Nonoise, Thanks for the clarification. | |
| Musical Fidelity A-5: Can its sound quality compete with today's top rated integrateds? For the sake of an old geezer member, what does YMMV mean??. Two responders used this cyber speaker in their replies. Thanx | |
| Martin Logan Vista spks versus Maggie 1.7 speakers. Best speaker for medium size room?? Thanks to all who responded so. Unfortunately, I would NOT get the Maggies I listed that far into the room I listened .to Martin Logan ESF-EM, and I like them, though they are not the last work word in resolution. Also placement is a problem, lik... | |
| Upgrading the "original " Rogue Sphinx integrated amp to the new version 2 (v-2)?? YB, Thank you for the suggestions. I have carefully considered both options. I am vaguely familiar with the Hi-Fi Heaven outlet, but they do seem to have a large selection of products. At this point, I need just some honest opinion if the Rogue V... | |
| What's the most overrated or overpriced piece of equipment you own, have owned or come by? Oh geez, my turkey has to be a Benjamin Miracord turntable circa 1971. it spent more time in the repair shop than on my shelf playing records. Next, could be the Jaecklin Floats headphones. Everyone raved about them, but they were bright and diff... |