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Hi Mike, the Right Speaker picture for view. Will post the whole system once the Luxman D-10x comes in August. Thanks.

Cool, it sounds nice... but we have a rule... :D We do not believe you without pictures... (ok it is not a rule but....)

Thanks 'Cat I certainly won't sweat it . The Ayon came in today and I got it installed in the system . This thing is way bigger and heavier than I thought it was going to be , not sure why I didn't look at the physical specs a bit closer . It will...

I think you should upgrade your Typhon QR to Everest and then sell it to me!

That stand definitely has the right kind of aesthetics and dimensions. High mass was something I was looking for. This bookshelf speaker starts at $14K USD, so is worthy of the best stands available. Here's a picture of our own stand which we...

The PS Superfan disciples would be baying for your blood if they read that, despite what you say being the truth.

Considering they used to direct sell their $15K PS gizmo to me for $7.5K, $10K isn't so "special".

The Acoustic Zen Adagio Jr. speaker stands are quite strong with a wide top, and come in a nice smooth black finish (no visible wood grain). They're made of wood and are not hollow so cannot add additional mass, but might match what you're looking...

You did notice the title of this thread, right?

I have been listening to the Abyss at work the past couple of days with my portable. I think they are loosing up and really showing their sound. The bass is tighter and more present then I have ever heard in headphones. Also high frequencies are...

Thanks, Randy. My system components were already a mish-mash of gold tone and silver, so the MBL vibe is fine. Just happy to have the preamp.

That is great. I think I like the black better then the white one! I definitely see the MBL vibe :)....

Some first pics.... Control unit front panel...definitely an MBL vibe... The two massive exterior power supplies, one for each channel; these connect to the main control unit with umbilicals by Shunyata.

Oh, I've been listening to it every evening for about 4 hours. I'll have it also when I am working on building up my little AmpCamp amp. :P

Thanks for the suggestions so far. I was aware of most of these ones. The speakers have a modern look and come in white, black and some other possible colours with high quality finish, so wood stands just wouldn't look right. Ideally satin-black...

There's stuff like - Skylan Manufacturing Ltd. or Odyssey Audio can custom make them for you with the proper top plate size and veneer on the front to match whatever you like or Monoprice has some that are less expensive or Target or Elac

core audio designs -- customization is possible and they are an absolute pleasure to work with. workmanship, fit, finish, etc are second to none. hi-fi racks ltd in the UK -- for something more straightforward design wise and economical.

The new NAD looks interesting.

Yeah, I used to think that, too, Mike. Little did I know...:P

Great to hear this Jim. Mine is fully broken in now and with the Omega XC, has taken my system at home to a whole new level. Just when I thought the Denali 6000s/v2 would be difficult to improve on....!! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

Yeah, Everest is just...insane. First time I heard it I was saying, "G*dd*mmit, Caelin, now I have to buy this!" :D Heheheh. And this was coming from a Denali V2 powered by a Sigma NRv2. Which is no slouch. It's sooo good; it's just...

Just received the following Design Details document on the upcoming NAD M33. It's expected to ship in August retailing for $4,999 (US). One point of interest is that NAD is licensing the Purifi amplifier technology but are only using its power...

Peter, Thank you for this write-up -- very helpful! I think I am going to skip scratching my Bakoon itch. Very eager to find out more about the NAD M33 amp. Anshul

Hi Anshul Please see attached sketch to see how I rigged my kit to compare results. Here are edited notes I sent to the dealer who loaned me the Bakoon 13r and Bakoon DAC-21 (now discontinued): I had the Bakoon units rigged up as shown and...

Awesome, congratulations! Enjoy some music while breaking it in also. I love hearing the differences as a new piece breaks in :).

Hi Peter, I have read good things about the Bakoon amp. Could you please let me know what you thought of the Bakoon amplifier sound quality (heat aside)? Could you compare its sound to that of your Accuphase A36 as well as the NAD (I am very...

In one word -- Yup

UPDATED System Component List: Legacy Audio Valor (4ch external amp required, 2250W internal amplification) Legacy Audio i.V4 ULTRA 4ch amp Legacy Wavelet DAC/Preamp/Boehmer Room Correction and (SUT) Stereo Un-flold Algorithms HDPLEX...

Ah, understood. I’m very curious about what you think of the M33 should you decide to demo it. That’s something I’d like to hear/own based on all of its features.

Hi Joe. I've heard good things about the Luxman 590, but I don't think it's what I want. If I used vinyl or even needed other analogue inputs, it may fit the bill, but if I'm buying an integrated, it must offer digital inputs, even if no...

A go-to live recording for me is Sara Bareilles - Braveheart: Live at the Variety Playhouse. Also, all of the Jazz at the Pawnshop recordings from Arne Domnerus are also excellent. For me, it’s all about the recording. I have a few ‘bootlegs’...

Congrats Stephen! Pictures and perspective, please. :popcorn:

And now for a bit of a change ... (different pace) It's free to listen to, for hardcore guitar music players During COVID-19 it's the perfect antidote.

2 ways to define 'live' recordings. ---50 years ago it meant with an audience. ---now it means it's done without editing or overdubs. and then there is another subset which is live to 2-track. and another subset of live to 2-track tape. ...

Nah, don't sweat it. Life's too short...:D

So, my First Sound preamp arrrived yesterday, and I have installed and started burning it in. I just did the first "cap forming" discharge/re-charge step that Emmanuel recommends after about a day of playing continuously. Emmanuel recommends doing...

Nothing new here. Sounds so good I have no interest in adding or changing anything.

And another little update... Introducing the Rane Balance Buddy BB 88x (44x upgraded to 88x) and the first of two dbx 400x units.

ModWright PH 9.0. Very happy.

Looks great. Beautiful system, too! I would say it took me all of...5 seconds to hear how much better Everest is than Denali V2. And, it just has gotten better from there.

What stood out to me in comparison to the Triton v3: (1) vastly decreased noise floor, (2) highs are no longer rolled off (it wasn't major with the Triton but it was there) and (3) increased speed (which allows instruments to sound more natural).

Hi Peter, The Benchmark spent most of its time on my Duo. I do a lot of low volume late night listening and the Benchmark was actually really wonderful. Spooky quiet with details emerging from nothing. It was quite remarkable and wonderfully...

Joe - I'm pleased that you've tried the Benchmark, but relieved you've decided against keeping it. Perhaps it would offer more enjoyment with a tube preamp, but that’s a condition that shouldn’t be required of a good power amp in my opinion....