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    A few quick photos of a system in flux - Duo XD ...

    I have another duplicate rack, but not sure how I want to place everything. I have room to the right where I can setup the racks and get the equipment out from between the speakers. I still want to be able to swap gear around.

    The Duo XD are my only speakers now (they are THAT good!). Everything but a few Klipsch bookshelf speakers are gone.






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    Re: A few quick photos of a system in flux - Duo XD ...

    Sweet! I like that VTI rack, the shelves are nicer than the ones I have.

    Cheers!
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    Re: A few quick photos of a system in flux - Duo XD ...

    Awesome Joe. Looks amazing.
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    Re: A few quick photos of a system in flux - Duo XD ...

    Amazing setup Joe.
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    Re: A few quick photos of a system in flux - Duo XD ...

    whoa! b-e-a-u-t-i-f-u-l system!

    one of these days i am going to have to try the AG speakers - but, only in orange.
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    Re: A few quick photos of a system in flux - Duo XD ...

    Hi Joe,

    I would say, get a long pair of interconnects and go for it. Congrats on finding your dream speakers!

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    Re: A few quick photos of a system in flux - Duo XD ...

    Very nice Joe! Enjoy!
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    Re: A few quick photos of a system in flux - Duo XD ...

    Super nice Joe! I’m sure some sweet sounds are coming from your beautifully assembled system.
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    Re: A few quick photos of a system in flux - Duo XD ...

    Looks great, Joe! I hope it’s treating you well.


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    Re: A few quick photos of a system in flux - Duo XD ...

    The orange is growing on me.

    Congrats Joe!


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    Re: A few quick photos of a system in flux - Duo XD ...

    Congrats Joe, go where your ears take you.

    What happened to the D’Agostino monos, guess not the right gear for AGs?


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    Re: A few quick photos of a system in flux - Duo XD ...

    Thank you.

    I bet the D'Ags would have been great on the Duo.
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    Cool!
    It must be wonderful to find what we were looking for over and over years.
    I´m still triyng and I´m "envy" of that feeling!


    Enjoy!

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    Re: A few quick photos of a system in flux - Duo XD ...

    Nice set-up Joe!! Enjoy.
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    Re: A few quick photos of a system in flux - Duo XD ...

    I too like the orange color, adds pop.

    I’m on the fence for moving the equipment to the side supporting SQ, honestly I like to look at the gear when listening, anyway, your decision, enjoy in great health!




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    Re: A few quick photos of a system in flux - Duo XD ...

    Only problem with moving gear is that I have some balanced gear and some single ended. I don't want long RCAs but I should have adequate length speaker cables. I'm going to think about what gear is most important and focus on that.

    The orange does draw a little attention to itself but when the lights are low or the blue glow from the McIntosh meters washes over them, they look black. Weird what light and color does when it mixes.
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    Re: A few quick photos of a system in flux - Duo XD ...

    Just awesome Joe!
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    Re: A few quick photos of a system in flux - Duo XD ...

    Looks awesome. You are so fortunate to be off of the speaker "merry-go-round".
    Enjoy.
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    Re: A few quick photos of a system in flux - Duo XD ...

    Thank you gentlemen.

    I can’t believe it. I’d rotate speakers like crazy and gear would come and go.

    Since the Duo XD took center stage, everything just changed. I didn’t really believe Mike, but I knew from some of my Klipsch and JBL experience, I was headed for the Avantgarde speaker sound. I didn’t fully understand what they were about until the first few notes.

    It was like a bright lightbulb above my head. The box the sound comes out of just completely disappears with Avantgarde. It’s not like you minimize it by bracing the heck out of it, or incorporate the sound of the enclosure into what comes out.

    It’s just GONE and the musicians are in front of you. Like holograms.

    Awesome.
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    Wow! Looking fabulous, Joe! A few quick photos of a system in flux - Duo XD ...
    Coming from you who has experienced so many speakers, it speaks volumes about AG.

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    Re: A few quick photos of a system in flux - Duo XD ...

    amazing set up and color choice. hope you keep updating this thread with thoughts as you spend more time with the speakers. i'm sure there are a lot of future ag owners in this thread eager to learn more

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    Re: A few quick photos of a system in flux - Duo XD ...

    Thank you for your kind words, I will. Speakers can be a personal thing. I think we can all recognize, once we hear it, what really gets us, draws us in and lets us fully engage with the music.

    My Duos do that for me.
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    Re: A few quick photos of a system in flux - Duo XD ...

    great setup! glad you have a few treatments up as well.

    enjoy the XDs in good health
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    Looks great Joe thx for posting!
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    Re: A few quick photos of a system in flux - Duo XD ...

    Thank you so much. I appreciate it. Can't wait to listen tonight.
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    Re: A few quick photos of a system in flux - Duo XD ...

    Looks great! Could it be your last speaker ?
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    Re: A few quick photos of a system in flux - Duo XD ...

    Quote Originally Posted by Elberoth View Post
    Looks great! Could it be your last speaker ?
    Thank you Adam. Absolutely! I love what I’m hearing. From low level listening to cranked louder than I can stand it - it’s wonderful!
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    Re: A few quick photos of a system in flux - Duo XD ...

    It’s always great to read when someone is really connected with the system they’ve put together. A big congrats to you, again, Joe.

    Has a certain front end emerged as a favorite for you?


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    Re: A few quick photos of a system in flux - Duo XD ...

    I’m rotating through amps now but each has its strengths. The Luxman MQ300, MC275 and SIT3 rise to the top easily. The MC303/452 are awesome but love the slightly more older school sound of the 303 over the 452. I have some more swapping and listening to do. The C1100 is excellent, sweet and quiet like I love it.
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    Re: A few quick photos of a system in flux - Duo XD ...

    Joe, love the look of your system. I am a McIntosh fan.
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    Re: A few quick photos of a system in flux - Duo XD ...

    Joe, will you give me a good deal on the speakers when you get tired of them and decide to move on?
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    Re: A few quick photos of a system in flux - Duo XD ...

    Quote Originally Posted by Mechnutt View Post
    Joe, will you give me a good deal on the speakers when you get tired of them and decide to move on?
    You calling dibs? Okay I certainly hope you are a patient man.
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    Re: A few quick photos of a system in flux - Duo XD ...

    Quote Originally Posted by PMCH View Post
    Joe, love the look of your system. I am a McIntosh fan.
    Thank you very much.

    It’s too bad I didn’t listen to some of you guys and pair MC2301s with my Strads. I think I’d still have that combo today.

    But, I absolutely love the MC275 with the C1100 on my Duo XD. They complement each other wonderfully.
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    Topping D90, RME Audio ADI-2 DAC FS, ModWright Ultimate Sony XA-5400ES.

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    Re: A few quick photos of a system in flux - Duo XD ...

    Hey Joe
    Have you had a chance to form an opinion on that Valvet E2 in your sig?

    I'd love to hear SS from Valvet, Sugden, Grandinote, Gold Note, Riviera, Spec, Linnenberg, and Audia Flight on the AGs but these brands are so esoteric in the US that even if you can access a dealer, the chances of getting a listen to the particular model you want to check out is virtually nil ...

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    You calling dibs? Okay I certainly hope you are a patient man.
    I hope so , Spring Break is quite aways ....

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    Re: A few quick photos of a system in flux - Duo XD ...

    Joe, so what are your favorite amp combos with the Duos now?
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    Quote Originally Posted by pdub View Post
    Hey Joe
    Have you had a chance to form an opinion on that Valvet E2 in your sig?

    I'd love to hear SS from Valvet, Sugden, Grandinote, Gold Note, Riviera, Spec, Linnenberg, and Audia Flight on the AGs but these brands are so esoteric in the US that even if you can access a dealer, the chances of getting a listen to the particular model you want to check out is virtually nil ...

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    The Valvet E2 is simply outstanding. It's a little more neutral overall than the SIT3 for example but it feels so complete top to bottom. I'm personally leaning towards the SIT3 overall but have had the E2 in the system for the past 10 days or so.

    It's only 12wpc into 8 ohms but I still need to find out from the company officially if it likes or hates the 16-18 ohms of my Duos. It seems perfectly happy but I don't know electrically if it's too much like the SIT3. That needs a resistor in parallel to lower the overall resistance to 8 ohms or below.

    The E2 runs hot on the bottom because it's fully Class A. It's very open, 3D, lively, dead quiet, very musical and detailed.

    The SIT3 for example seems a little smoother, a little more reserved on top and a little more SET-like overall.

    If you made me pick one for the Duos, I'd go SIT3 for my personal taste. If you want more detail and openness, go E2. I think on another or different high efficiency speaker, I would absolutely pick and happily live with the E2. I'm certainly not giving it up. It's simply superb with another flavor of great.

    I think Sugden or Accuphase E650 could be superb as well.

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    Quote Originally Posted by KeithR View Post
    Joe, so what are your favorite amp combos with the Duos now?
    If I had to pick one and only one amp, the SIT3 with GAT2 is my perfect combo. Just mainly because it’s solid state and minimal tubes and is the sweetest most SET like combo.

    The Luxman MQ300 beats all solid state and has all the bloom, air, sweetness, vocals to die for, depth and layering you could want.

    The 275VI is surprisingly awesome but is a little more matter of fact without the SET sweetness that I desire. It has 16 ohm taps like precious few amps have so it responds better than most. I love the long tube life and with the C1100 or GAT2 is an easy listening, carefree combo. My preference is the GAT2 with all my amps.

    The Valvet E2, Luxman MQ300 and SIT3 are my go to rotation trio.
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    Hey Joe, it's great to read about "your" preferences in this thread. Not many have had the privilege to experience good gear as you have in their own space & lived with it. This is a totally different perspective & knowledge base that many don't understand, thanks for sharing.

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    Thank you very much Kev.

    I appreciate the kind words. Thank you. I have to say how happy I am with what I’m hearing now. Demoing gear at a dealer or show is one thing, but getting to live with a piece or two on a long term basis is the only true way of knowing if you love it or not.

    You have had a wonderful journey as well, and I appreciate seeing what has been through your doors. I would love to hear your current gear. I’m absolutely sure it’s spectacular.

    For me, it’s now a matter of selling off the least used pieces and making the most of the room and system. Before, I couldn’t wait to get a new piece of gear. Now, I can’t wait to turn on what I have and usually stay up way too late.
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    Sounds like me playing with software again Joe, happy with what I have. Got rid of all the big ticket items, just wasn't really thinking about new music & the journey at all....

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    Re: A few quick photos of a system in flux - Duo XD ...

    Quote Originally Posted by joeinid View Post
    The Valvet E2 is simply outstanding. It's a little more neutral overall than the SIT3 for example but it feels so complete top to bottom. I'm personally leaning towards the SIT3 overall but have had the E2 in the system for the past 10 days or so.

    It's only 12wpc into 8 ohms but I still need to find out from the company officially if it likes or hates the 16-18 ohms of my Duos. It seems perfectly happy but I don't know electrically if it's too much like the SIT3. That needs a resistor in parallel to lower the overall resistance to 8 ohms or below.

    The E2 runs hot on the bottom because it's fully Class A. It's very open, 3D, lively, dead quiet, very musical and detailed.

    The SIT3 for example seems a little smoother, a little more reserved on top and a little more SET-like overall.

    If you made me pick one for the Duos, I'd go SIT3 for my personal taste. If you want more detail and openness, go E2. I think on another or different high efficiency speaker, I would absolutely pick and happily live with the E2. I'm certainly not giving it up. It's simply superb with another flavor of great.

    I think Sugden or Accuphase E650 could be superb as well.

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    Have you looked into the compatibility of the VALVET E-2 with the 16ohm load that your speakers present? Adding a resistor?
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    Looks absolute fantastic Joe
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    I am so sorry for not responding sooner. I missed seeing your post for some reason.

    I asked the dealer at the time of purchase and he said it was not a problem. I still want to check with the manufacturer but I don't hear any issues/problems.



    Quote Originally Posted by jadedavid View Post
    Joe,
    Have you looked into the compatibility of the VALVET E-2 with the 16ohm load that your speakers present? Adding a resistor?
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    Quote Originally Posted by Gravlund View Post
    Looks absolute fantastic Joe
    Thank you. If you are in anyway thinking about Avantgarde speakers, please demo a pair.
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    Thank you. If you are in anyway thinking about Avantgarde speakers, please demo a pair.
    Don’t need a demo. Just buy buy buy A few quick photos of a system in flux - Duo XD ...


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    Wait, Its End of April and Joe still have those AG’s ....

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    Quote Originally Posted by a.wayne View Post
    Wait, Its End of April and Joe still have those AG’s ....
    I know!

    These AG Duo are freaking outstanding!
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    Quote Originally Posted by joeinid View Post
    I am so sorry for not responding sooner. I missed seeing your post for some reason.

    I asked the dealer at the time of purchase and he said it was not a problem. I still want to check with the manufacturer but I don't hear any issues/problems.
    No problem Joe, thanks for the response.
    I was curious as I have an itch to get some O/93's and was curious as to how they would work with them.
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