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October 28, 2018, 04:19 PM #1
My Avantgarde Duo XD - simply incredible....
I have been thinking about them for a very long time. I’ve loved other horn loaded speakers like Klipsch and especially JBL.
I didn’t realize until recently that the drivers in the Duos and other Avantgarde speakers were made with Alnico. I’ve had speakers in the past with Alnico drivers and loved them. My Nola Lotus Signature SE were with me for 9 years. With Rogue M-120 (upgraded to M-150 over time) then eventually moving to Counterpoint gear. Alnico always gave me a wonderful presentation, especially with tubes.
I just had to scratch the Avantgarde itch. I was afraid of true horn speakers but immediately I knew, once fired up, these were no ordinary speakers.
Right now I feel so connected to the music, it’s absolutely stunning. The music is freed from the box and just appears in my room. Vocals are wonderfully natural. They have tremendous 3D, depth and width. The music is so dynamic, clear and open.
Now I realize exactly what Mike, Buddy, Paul and Justin were experiencing.
I’m in awe. For my taste, a sweet amp is a glorious match with them.
Fleetwood Deville by Oswald Mills Audio, Vienna Acoustics Haydn Jubilee, Wharfedale Linton w/ stands, Klipsch RB-75, Klipsch RP-160M.
Job INTegrated. Luxman L-595aSE
NAD C 658 streamer.
First Watt SIT-3, Job 250 Monos, NuForce STA200, AkitikA GT-102 amp, ASL Wave monos, Dennis Had 45 monos. Absolute Audio Labs PCF 25 amp (improved First Watt F7 super clone)
Topping D90, RME Audio ADI-2 DAC FS, ModWright Ultimate Sony XA-5400ES.
Burmester 948, McIntosh MCLK12, Kimber Kable, Siltech, Cardas, Avanti Audio cables.
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October 28, 2018, 04:24 PM #2
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Re: My Avantgarde Duo XD - simply incredible....
Wow, so happy to see this.
Totally agree that you need a sweet tube amp with these. Match made in heaven.
Had mine for a year and every time I power up I want to just keep listening for hours. Music is direct, emotional and so stinking’ fun.
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October 28, 2018, 04:34 PM #3
Re: My Avantgarde Duo XD - simply incredible....
Justin,
Your posts really got me seriously thinking about them. Paul kind of took me over the edge. Seeing how much gear he’s gone through (he’s got me beat by a mile) and knowing how happy all you Avantgarde owners are, I felt comfortable taking the plunge.
I’m glad you still love them. I’m just getting started but holy cow, I cannot believe what I’m hearing.Fleetwood Deville by Oswald Mills Audio, Vienna Acoustics Haydn Jubilee, Wharfedale Linton w/ stands, Klipsch RB-75, Klipsch RP-160M.
Job INTegrated. Luxman L-595aSE
NAD C 658 streamer.
First Watt SIT-3, Job 250 Monos, NuForce STA200, AkitikA GT-102 amp, ASL Wave monos, Dennis Had 45 monos. Absolute Audio Labs PCF 25 amp (improved First Watt F7 super clone)
Topping D90, RME Audio ADI-2 DAC FS, ModWright Ultimate Sony XA-5400ES.
Burmester 948, McIntosh MCLK12, Kimber Kable, Siltech, Cardas, Avanti Audio cables.
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October 28, 2018, 05:07 PM #4
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Re: My Avantgarde Duo XD - simply incredible....
I think you’ll find that your connection to the music will be stronger than ever. That’s my bottom line.
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October 28, 2018, 05:33 PM #5
Re: My Avantgarde Duo XD - simply incredible....
Congrats Joe, wonderful speakers! Wish you many happy listening hours with the AGs.
So, which tube amp is it going to be?
Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk“Life’s too short to listen to bad audio.”
Big rig: Brinkmann Taurus DD TT + 12.1 arm + Lyra Etna Lambda SL MC + HRS M3X2/ Cardas Clear Beyond phono/ Stillpoints LPI/ Brinkmann Edison mk2 phono + RöNT II Tube PS/ Synology NAS with Roon + HD Plex linear PSU + Shunyata HD/ AQ Vodka RJ45 + Aqvox Network Switch SE + AQ Diamond RJ45 into DAC/ Brinkmann Nyquist mk2/ Audionet Humboldt/ Cardas Clear Beyond ICs/ Kharma DB9-S 1.1 LS/ Inakustik Reference LS 4004 AIR/ Audioquest Niagara 5000/ Shunyata Alpha power (HC, Analogue, Digital)/ Finite Elemente Pagode Rack/ Stillpoints Ultra SS/ Vicoustic panels + Stillpoints Aperture II.
Small rig: Naim UnitiServe/ Curious USB/ Tidal/ Linn Klimax DS3/ Shunyata Power cable/ Pass Labs INT-60/ Acoustic Zen Silver Reference II/ HiD Diamond 8/ Harbeth 30.2 40th Anniversary/ Shunyata Venom EU7 & Venom 3 HD.
HP rig: MacBookAir/ Tidal/ Auralic Gemini 2000/ Sbooster LPSU/ Audeze LCD-2 Classic + WyWires Red/ Shunyata HD/ Shunyata Hydra 2/ Shunyata Venom.
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October 28, 2018, 05:40 PM #6
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Re: My Avantgarde Duo XD - simply incredible....
Yes, I want to know your adventures with Amps here. Please let us know.
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October 28, 2018, 05:53 PM #7
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Re: My Avantgarde Duo XD - simply incredible....
One more happy audiophile.
That´s what this hobby is all about.
Congratulations.
Enjoy!
(can you put a family photo, the speakers in their ambience?)
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October 28, 2018, 06:01 PM #8
Re: My Avantgarde Duo XD - simply incredible....
Congratulations Joe!! It sounds like this might be the speaker to anchor your system for the foreseeable future.
Jim
D'Agostino Momentum M-400's MxV’s & HD Pre-amp
Wilson Alexandria X2 Series 2 speakers
Digital: dCS Vivaldi APEX DAC, Clock & Upsampler
Analog: SME 20/3 with Esoteric E-03 Phono
Transparent Opus Speaker Cable & Interconnects & Opus Power Cords
Power Cords on Digital: Shunyata
Power Conditioner - Shunyata Everest
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October 28, 2018, 06:09 PM #9
Re: My Avantgarde Duo XD - simply incredible....
Fleetwood Deville by Oswald Mills Audio, Vienna Acoustics Haydn Jubilee, Wharfedale Linton w/ stands, Klipsch RB-75, Klipsch RP-160M.
Job INTegrated. Luxman L-595aSE
NAD C 658 streamer.
First Watt SIT-3, Job 250 Monos, NuForce STA200, AkitikA GT-102 amp, ASL Wave monos, Dennis Had 45 monos. Absolute Audio Labs PCF 25 amp (improved First Watt F7 super clone)
Topping D90, RME Audio ADI-2 DAC FS, ModWright Ultimate Sony XA-5400ES.
Burmester 948, McIntosh MCLK12, Kimber Kable, Siltech, Cardas, Avanti Audio cables.
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October 28, 2018, 06:10 PM #10
Re: My Avantgarde Duo XD - simply incredible....
Fleetwood Deville by Oswald Mills Audio, Vienna Acoustics Haydn Jubilee, Wharfedale Linton w/ stands, Klipsch RB-75, Klipsch RP-160M.
Job INTegrated. Luxman L-595aSE
NAD C 658 streamer.
First Watt SIT-3, Job 250 Monos, NuForce STA200, AkitikA GT-102 amp, ASL Wave monos, Dennis Had 45 monos. Absolute Audio Labs PCF 25 amp (improved First Watt F7 super clone)
Topping D90, RME Audio ADI-2 DAC FS, ModWright Ultimate Sony XA-5400ES.
Burmester 948, McIntosh MCLK12, Kimber Kable, Siltech, Cardas, Avanti Audio cables.
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October 28, 2018, 06:13 PM #11
Re: My Avantgarde Duo XD - simply incredible....
Fleetwood Deville by Oswald Mills Audio, Vienna Acoustics Haydn Jubilee, Wharfedale Linton w/ stands, Klipsch RB-75, Klipsch RP-160M.
Job INTegrated. Luxman L-595aSE
NAD C 658 streamer.
First Watt SIT-3, Job 250 Monos, NuForce STA200, AkitikA GT-102 amp, ASL Wave monos, Dennis Had 45 monos. Absolute Audio Labs PCF 25 amp (improved First Watt F7 super clone)
Topping D90, RME Audio ADI-2 DAC FS, ModWright Ultimate Sony XA-5400ES.
Burmester 948, McIntosh MCLK12, Kimber Kable, Siltech, Cardas, Avanti Audio cables.
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October 28, 2018, 06:15 PM #12
Re: My Avantgarde Duo XD - simply incredible....
Fleetwood Deville by Oswald Mills Audio, Vienna Acoustics Haydn Jubilee, Wharfedale Linton w/ stands, Klipsch RB-75, Klipsch RP-160M.
Job INTegrated. Luxman L-595aSE
NAD C 658 streamer.
First Watt SIT-3, Job 250 Monos, NuForce STA200, AkitikA GT-102 amp, ASL Wave monos, Dennis Had 45 monos. Absolute Audio Labs PCF 25 amp (improved First Watt F7 super clone)
Topping D90, RME Audio ADI-2 DAC FS, ModWright Ultimate Sony XA-5400ES.
Burmester 948, McIntosh MCLK12, Kimber Kable, Siltech, Cardas, Avanti Audio cables.
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October 28, 2018, 06:28 PM #13
Re: My Avantgarde Duo XD - simply incredible....
Congratulations Joe!!!!!! What an awesome addition to your already wonderful audio system. Enjoy the amazing sound!!!
Best,
Ken"No summit worth climbing is easily attained."
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Source: MSB Select II DAC with Two Mono Powerbases and Femto 33 Clock; Renderer V2 Digital Input Module and Roon Nucleus Plus; MSB UMT V Signature Transport
Amps: Vandersteen M7-HPA Mono Amps; MSB M204 Mono Amps
Speakers: Vandersteen Model 7 Mk2
Power: Two AudioQuest Niagara 5000’s with AudioQuest Dragon and Hurricane Power Cords
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October 28, 2018, 07:00 PM #14
Re: My Avantgarde Duo XD - simply incredible....
Thank you so much Ken.
I’m sure your system with the MSB dac must be awesome.Fleetwood Deville by Oswald Mills Audio, Vienna Acoustics Haydn Jubilee, Wharfedale Linton w/ stands, Klipsch RB-75, Klipsch RP-160M.
Job INTegrated. Luxman L-595aSE
NAD C 658 streamer.
First Watt SIT-3, Job 250 Monos, NuForce STA200, AkitikA GT-102 amp, ASL Wave monos, Dennis Had 45 monos. Absolute Audio Labs PCF 25 amp (improved First Watt F7 super clone)
Topping D90, RME Audio ADI-2 DAC FS, ModWright Ultimate Sony XA-5400ES.
Burmester 948, McIntosh MCLK12, Kimber Kable, Siltech, Cardas, Avanti Audio cables.
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October 28, 2018, 07:13 PM #15
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Re: My Avantgarde Duo XD - simply incredible....
Congratulations Joe. Before I bought my M3’s, I wanted to try out the Mezzo XD’s and showed my wife a picture of them. She has been awesome over the years about not ever complaining about all the equipment in our home. But for the first time, she drew the line with those big horns! So I’m a bit jealous. I’ll have to live vicariously thru you!
Analog source: AMG Viella 12; Ortofon Anna cartridge, van den Hul Crimson Stradivarius XGW
Digital source: Totaldac d1-twelve Mk2 DAC, Totaldac d1-player, Totaldac d1-streamer, Totaldac Live Power supply
Pre amp: VAC Master with phono
Phonostage: Constellation Andromeda
Amps: VAC 200iQ monoblocks
Speakers: Magico M3 with MPods
Cables: Synergistic Research Galileo SX speaker, phono, analog and digital interconnects
Power products: Synergistic Research Galileo PowerCell SX and Transporter Ultra. Galileo SX and SRX power cords. Keces P3 LPS for cable modem and router.
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October 28, 2018, 07:24 PM #16
Re: My Avantgarde Duo XD - simply incredible....
Ha! I’m so sorry about that. I’ve only heard S1 and S5 and loved them but felt it was time for a change for me. I had to scratch that itch. While I love the look of the Mezzo, it was too far a stretch.
Mike absolutely loves the M Magico speakers but I was afraid, too big and heavy for me.
I’ve always wanted a truly efficient higher impedance speaker and reading how advanced my Duo XD are, I was absolutely hooked.
One thing that I love, as long as the amp is quiet, it doesn’t have to cost an arm and leg to sound great on my Duo.Fleetwood Deville by Oswald Mills Audio, Vienna Acoustics Haydn Jubilee, Wharfedale Linton w/ stands, Klipsch RB-75, Klipsch RP-160M.
Job INTegrated. Luxman L-595aSE
NAD C 658 streamer.
First Watt SIT-3, Job 250 Monos, NuForce STA200, AkitikA GT-102 amp, ASL Wave monos, Dennis Had 45 monos. Absolute Audio Labs PCF 25 amp (improved First Watt F7 super clone)
Topping D90, RME Audio ADI-2 DAC FS, ModWright Ultimate Sony XA-5400ES.
Burmester 948, McIntosh MCLK12, Kimber Kable, Siltech, Cardas, Avanti Audio cables.
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October 28, 2018, 07:30 PM #17
Re: My Avantgarde Duo XD - simply incredible....
What about that ZOTL amp you had ?
I bought myself Graaf OTL 20 for kicks - I think it would be perfect for AG. Lightning fast, transparent and dead quiet.Adam
Speakers: Magico M3
Amp: Dagostino Momentum Stereo
Digital: Lampi Horizon + Lampi DSD Komputer
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October 28, 2018, 07:36 PM #18
Re: My Avantgarde Duo XD - simply incredible....
Hi Adam,
I have and still use my Linear Tube Audio MZ2 preamp. It’s only about 1wpc by itself. I never bought the LTA amps but would love the new Ultralinear.
I have to say my Job INTegrated is fantastic on them. Who would have thought.Fleetwood Deville by Oswald Mills Audio, Vienna Acoustics Haydn Jubilee, Wharfedale Linton w/ stands, Klipsch RB-75, Klipsch RP-160M.
Job INTegrated. Luxman L-595aSE
NAD C 658 streamer.
First Watt SIT-3, Job 250 Monos, NuForce STA200, AkitikA GT-102 amp, ASL Wave monos, Dennis Had 45 monos. Absolute Audio Labs PCF 25 amp (improved First Watt F7 super clone)
Topping D90, RME Audio ADI-2 DAC FS, ModWright Ultimate Sony XA-5400ES.
Burmester 948, McIntosh MCLK12, Kimber Kable, Siltech, Cardas, Avanti Audio cables.
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October 28, 2018, 07:41 PM #19
Re: My Avantgarde Duo XD - simply incredible....
Yeah, that was the one I had in mind. Does it work on the AG ?
Adam
Speakers: Magico M3
Amp: Dagostino Momentum Stereo
Digital: Lampi Horizon + Lampi DSD Komputer
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October 28, 2018, 07:46 PM #20
Re: My Avantgarde Duo XD - simply incredible....
Fleetwood Deville by Oswald Mills Audio, Vienna Acoustics Haydn Jubilee, Wharfedale Linton w/ stands, Klipsch RB-75, Klipsch RP-160M.
Job INTegrated. Luxman L-595aSE
NAD C 658 streamer.
First Watt SIT-3, Job 250 Monos, NuForce STA200, AkitikA GT-102 amp, ASL Wave monos, Dennis Had 45 monos. Absolute Audio Labs PCF 25 amp (improved First Watt F7 super clone)
Topping D90, RME Audio ADI-2 DAC FS, ModWright Ultimate Sony XA-5400ES.
Burmester 948, McIntosh MCLK12, Kimber Kable, Siltech, Cardas, Avanti Audio cables.
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October 28, 2018, 08:30 PM #21
Re: My Avantgarde Duo XD - simply incredible....
Wow Joe, congrats on the Duo XD!! I was half hoping you'd buy the Uno Fino XD so I could pick them up from you in six months at half price LOL
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October 28, 2018, 08:30 PM #22Micro Seiki SX-8000 air bearing table, SME 312s arm, SME 3012R arn, Dynavector XV-1s cartridge, Lyra Etna SL cartridge, ARC Ref 3 phono stage, Otari MX-55 2 track R2R, Ampex 350 tape repros, Roon Nucleus Plus music server, HiFi Rose 150B DAC, ARC Ref 6, ARC Ref 75 with KT-150s, Parasound JC5 amp , JBL 4345 speakers, Viero Equilibro Level 3 speaker cables, and Definitive Technology Ref subs.
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October 28, 2018, 09:03 PM #23
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Re: My Avantgarde Duo XD - simply incredible....
When you move up to Trios, I will happily take your Duos off your hands...
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October 28, 2018, 09:18 PM #24Fleetwood Deville by Oswald Mills Audio, Vienna Acoustics Haydn Jubilee, Wharfedale Linton w/ stands, Klipsch RB-75, Klipsch RP-160M.
Job INTegrated. Luxman L-595aSE
NAD C 658 streamer.
First Watt SIT-3, Job 250 Monos, NuForce STA200, AkitikA GT-102 amp, ASL Wave monos, Dennis Had 45 monos. Absolute Audio Labs PCF 25 amp (improved First Watt F7 super clone)
Topping D90, RME Audio ADI-2 DAC FS, ModWright Ultimate Sony XA-5400ES.
Burmester 948, McIntosh MCLK12, Kimber Kable, Siltech, Cardas, Avanti Audio cables.
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October 28, 2018, 09:19 PM #25
Re: My Avantgarde Duo XD - simply incredible....
Fleetwood Deville by Oswald Mills Audio, Vienna Acoustics Haydn Jubilee, Wharfedale Linton w/ stands, Klipsch RB-75, Klipsch RP-160M.
Job INTegrated. Luxman L-595aSE
NAD C 658 streamer.
First Watt SIT-3, Job 250 Monos, NuForce STA200, AkitikA GT-102 amp, ASL Wave monos, Dennis Had 45 monos. Absolute Audio Labs PCF 25 amp (improved First Watt F7 super clone)
Topping D90, RME Audio ADI-2 DAC FS, ModWright Ultimate Sony XA-5400ES.
Burmester 948, McIntosh MCLK12, Kimber Kable, Siltech, Cardas, Avanti Audio cables.
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October 28, 2018, 09:30 PM #26
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Re: My Avantgarde Duo XD - simply incredible....
Congrats on your new babies. Looks like these may be keepers.
If so then please don't list all your other gear on Agon at the same time or you'll flood the market. LOLMy System
Acoustic Revive RTP-4
Innuos Pulsar
Lampizator BALTIC4
Cary SLP-05
Pass XA30.5 or
Line Magnetic 845ia
Reference 3A Reflector's
Pr SVS SB3000 Subs
Cables & Tubes "subject to change without notification".
Complete system on battery power/solar
Core Audio Design Rack
DIY bass traps and custom curved diffusors.
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October 28, 2018, 09:38 PM #27
Re: My Avantgarde Duo XD - simply incredible....
Hahahaha, too funny.
I need to think about my other speakers. Maybe just set ‘em up downstairsFleetwood Deville by Oswald Mills Audio, Vienna Acoustics Haydn Jubilee, Wharfedale Linton w/ stands, Klipsch RB-75, Klipsch RP-160M.
Job INTegrated. Luxman L-595aSE
NAD C 658 streamer.
First Watt SIT-3, Job 250 Monos, NuForce STA200, AkitikA GT-102 amp, ASL Wave monos, Dennis Had 45 monos. Absolute Audio Labs PCF 25 amp (improved First Watt F7 super clone)
Topping D90, RME Audio ADI-2 DAC FS, ModWright Ultimate Sony XA-5400ES.
Burmester 948, McIntosh MCLK12, Kimber Kable, Siltech, Cardas, Avanti Audio cables.
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October 28, 2018, 10:01 PM #28
Re: My Avantgarde Duo XD - simply incredible....
Huge Congrats again Joe. I know we been talking about this for a long time and I’m so glad you got them finally . So happy for you. Welcome to AG club !
Paul
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October 28, 2018, 10:07 PM #29
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Re: My Avantgarde Duo XD - simply incredible....
Joe, you inspired me to rip to my server just now the new Dave’s Picks Grateful Dead release. CD’s came in mail this week. Glorious 1976 Capitol Theatre release.
Love my whole setup. Curious where Joe ends up in the end with amp and preamp. I’m Thrilled with Triodes and VAC preamp. The one area I could see really splurging on next is a DAC change. Have Berkeley Ref DAC. Not unhappy. I’ll move to another thread soon, but curious if any AG and tubes lovers can recommend the most natural, sweetest DAC on the market for 30k or less. I like organic and sweet but not colored. That is the one area I could most see making a jump. Is MSB the real deal?
Sorry to hijack. Back to Joe! You have thousands of hours of bliss ahead of you in the next year. I am sure of it!!! And I love Luxman.
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October 28, 2018, 10:09 PM #30
Re: My Avantgarde Duo XD - simply incredible....
Glad you are happy Joe. The AGs are wonderful speakers. Enjoy!
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Mike
Amplification: MBL 6010D, MBL 9008A Monos
Analog: Kuzma R, Kuzma 4Point (11”), MSL Ultra Eminent EX
Phono Pre: Pass XP-27
Digital: Esoteric N01XD Esoteric K05
Speakers: MBL 101E MKII
Subwoofers: REL Carbon Specials
Conditioner: Shunyata Triton 3
Power Cables: Shunyata Sigma 1 & 2, Alpha 2, Delta and Venom
ICs and SCs: Wireworld Platinum 8
Rack: Artesania Exoteryc
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October 28, 2018, 10:14 PM #31
Re: My Avantgarde Duo XD - simply incredible....
Justin,
Thank you, no need to worry. As soon as I can recoup some cash, I’m thinking dacs too. I’m also not unhappy with my Bricasti. Thinking about what the upgrade to it will cost but I need to break in my speakers and just get familiar along with a final setup. I have a way to go but it’ll be fun.
Paul,
Thank you for making the decision easier. It helped a lot.Fleetwood Deville by Oswald Mills Audio, Vienna Acoustics Haydn Jubilee, Wharfedale Linton w/ stands, Klipsch RB-75, Klipsch RP-160M.
Job INTegrated. Luxman L-595aSE
NAD C 658 streamer.
First Watt SIT-3, Job 250 Monos, NuForce STA200, AkitikA GT-102 amp, ASL Wave monos, Dennis Had 45 monos. Absolute Audio Labs PCF 25 amp (improved First Watt F7 super clone)
Topping D90, RME Audio ADI-2 DAC FS, ModWright Ultimate Sony XA-5400ES.
Burmester 948, McIntosh MCLK12, Kimber Kable, Siltech, Cardas, Avanti Audio cables.
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October 28, 2018, 10:16 PM #32
Re: My Avantgarde Duo XD - simply incredible....
Fleetwood Deville by Oswald Mills Audio, Vienna Acoustics Haydn Jubilee, Wharfedale Linton w/ stands, Klipsch RB-75, Klipsch RP-160M.
Job INTegrated. Luxman L-595aSE
NAD C 658 streamer.
First Watt SIT-3, Job 250 Monos, NuForce STA200, AkitikA GT-102 amp, ASL Wave monos, Dennis Had 45 monos. Absolute Audio Labs PCF 25 amp (improved First Watt F7 super clone)
Topping D90, RME Audio ADI-2 DAC FS, ModWright Ultimate Sony XA-5400ES.
Burmester 948, McIntosh MCLK12, Kimber Kable, Siltech, Cardas, Avanti Audio cables.
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October 28, 2018, 10:19 PM #33
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October 29, 2018, 12:18 AM #34
Re: My Avantgarde Duo XD - simply incredible....
“Life’s too short to listen to bad audio.”
Big rig: Brinkmann Taurus DD TT + 12.1 arm + Lyra Etna Lambda SL MC + HRS M3X2/ Cardas Clear Beyond phono/ Stillpoints LPI/ Brinkmann Edison mk2 phono + RöNT II Tube PS/ Synology NAS with Roon + HD Plex linear PSU + Shunyata HD/ AQ Vodka RJ45 + Aqvox Network Switch SE + AQ Diamond RJ45 into DAC/ Brinkmann Nyquist mk2/ Audionet Humboldt/ Cardas Clear Beyond ICs/ Kharma DB9-S 1.1 LS/ Inakustik Reference LS 4004 AIR/ Audioquest Niagara 5000/ Shunyata Alpha power (HC, Analogue, Digital)/ Finite Elemente Pagode Rack/ Stillpoints Ultra SS/ Vicoustic panels + Stillpoints Aperture II.
Small rig: Naim UnitiServe/ Curious USB/ Tidal/ Linn Klimax DS3/ Shunyata Power cable/ Pass Labs INT-60/ Acoustic Zen Silver Reference II/ HiD Diamond 8/ Harbeth 30.2 40th Anniversary/ Shunyata Venom EU7 & Venom 3 HD.
HP rig: MacBookAir/ Tidal/ Auralic Gemini 2000/ Sbooster LPSU/ Audeze LCD-2 Classic + WyWires Red/ Shunyata HD/ Shunyata Hydra 2/ Shunyata Venom.
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October 29, 2018, 03:48 AM #35
Re: My Avantgarde Duo XD - simply incredible....
Very cool Joe.
congratsSource: Technics SP10mk3 - Thales Simplicity II, TW Raven AC-3 - Graham Phantom, SME 3012-R, Exclusive P3,,Linn LP12 - Naim ARO
Cartridges: Lyra Atlas Lambda SL, Lyra Etna SL, Lyra Delos, Dynavector XV-1s,Technics EPC100mk4, Ortofon A90, GM Royal, GM Classic, Denon ESC'd 103R, DL-S1, Audio Technica AT25, OC9II, Linn ESC'd Troika
Phono Stage: Phasemation EA-1200, Accuphase C-37,TW Acustik phono
EQ: DEQX HDP-4
Preamp: D'Agostino HD, conrad johnson GAT,
Amps: conrad johnson teflon premier 8a's, D'Agostino Momentum S250
Speakers: Wilson Maxx3
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October 29, 2018, 07:06 AM #36
Re: My Avantgarde Duo XD - simply incredible....
Wow Joe! Congratulations. I know you've been thinking about these for awhile. Enjoy!
Rance
Synology DS411+II | GigaFOILv4 + Keces P3 Power Supply | Shunyata Alpha Ethernet | Lumin S1 | VAC Master Line Stage | VAC Signature 200 iQ amps | Kharma Elegance dB11-S | SVS PC-4000 subs x 2 | Shunyata 6000/T v2 | Kharma Elegance signal cables| Luminous Audio Technology power cables | Isoacoustics OREA vibration isolators | Solid Tech racks | Vicoustic room treatments | Acoustic Sciences Corporation IsoWall + IsoCeiling construction
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October 29, 2018, 07:55 AM #37
Re: My Avantgarde Duo XD - simply incredible....
Everything is so clear but smooth and sweet too.
Thank you. Maybe a GAT2 with the Luxman could be THE combo.
I have but was having trouble making the leap. I remember your description of what you heard visiting Mike and I knew that’s what I wanted. It’s absolutely wonderful.Fleetwood Deville by Oswald Mills Audio, Vienna Acoustics Haydn Jubilee, Wharfedale Linton w/ stands, Klipsch RB-75, Klipsch RP-160M.
Job INTegrated. Luxman L-595aSE
NAD C 658 streamer.
First Watt SIT-3, Job 250 Monos, NuForce STA200, AkitikA GT-102 amp, ASL Wave monos, Dennis Had 45 monos. Absolute Audio Labs PCF 25 amp (improved First Watt F7 super clone)
Topping D90, RME Audio ADI-2 DAC FS, ModWright Ultimate Sony XA-5400ES.
Burmester 948, McIntosh MCLK12, Kimber Kable, Siltech, Cardas, Avanti Audio cables.
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October 29, 2018, 08:13 AM #38
Re: My Avantgarde Duo XD - simply incredible....
"No summit worth climbing is easily attained."
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Source: MSB Select II DAC with Two Mono Powerbases and Femto 33 Clock; Renderer V2 Digital Input Module and Roon Nucleus Plus; MSB UMT V Signature Transport
Amps: Vandersteen M7-HPA Mono Amps; MSB M204 Mono Amps
Speakers: Vandersteen Model 7 Mk2
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October 29, 2018, 10:59 AM #39
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Re: My Avantgarde Duo XD - simply incredible....
I'd like to sit down and hear a set of AG's in someone's system. I've only heard them at shows, although I heard nothing wrong with them, I also didn't walk out lusting for a pair. It must be the associated quipment or room, looking at Joe's other speakers and gear I think we like similar sounds. In addition to speakers I really like the Bricasti DAC.
Joe, if you audition DAC's I'd encourage a listen to Lampizator from your comments of what you like about your Duo's. My friend has had a variety of Lampi, moving up the chain, and to me have been consistent with an engaging and lifelike presence. Typically, somewhat larger sound stage and bold, yet the latter holds true.
Congrats on another winner to the stableAurender ACS10 w/Audioquest Diamond USB, Esoteric N05xd
Mark Levinson #526, 534 & JBL 4367's
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Clarus Concerto & their Crimson cables
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October 29, 2018, 11:17 AM #40
Re: My Avantgarde Duo XD - simply incredible....
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October 29, 2018, 12:11 PM #41
Re: My Avantgarde Duo XD - simply incredible....
Although we do not know to each other I hope you have nothing against to call you with your first name, you are always so kind for others.
So congratulations Joe, pls be welcome to the Avantgarde Family.
I have had Duo Omega for 7 years, since over 2 years I am very happy with Duo Mezzo XD.
Enjoy your new speakers
MariuszAurender W20->Lampizator Pacific SE/Audio Aero La Fontaine->Ayon Crossfire III or Circle Labs A100-> Avantgarde Acoustic Trio LE 26, 4x REL Carbon Special Subwoofers
Analog : Fat Bob S with SME 5, Shelter Harmony, Tom Evans Groove+ SRX mk2, Muarah PSC with InteliClamp
cabling: Duelund DCA 16GA, Acrolink, Vovox, Siltech, Transparent, Audio Phase , NxLT The Flame, FTA Callisto and Sinope usb, Fadel Art , Argentum , REL Bassline Blue
HT : Sony HW 50 ES, Oppo 93 EU, Darbee DVP-5000 ,Yamaha Aventage RX-A 3010 , B&W 9.1, screen 120 inches matt white
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October 29, 2018, 12:21 PM #42
Re: My Avantgarde Duo XD - simply incredible....
I’ve had the Lampizator Big 7 and an early Golden Gate. I know they’ve progressed since then and I need to listen the the GG2 and Pacific. I do love the Lampizator sound. Might be time to revisit them.
I also agree that we probably have similar taste based on gear and previous posts.
I really love my Bricasti but like everyone else, have a roving ear. Balance in a system is key and depending on amps (SET or not) will play a role in which DAC or other source to add.
I think Avantgarde and similar horns are so different from typical box speakers, it might take a little time to fully appreciate what they do. I know coming from speakers like the 4367, it seems to me to be an easier transition. Having 1000wpc of powered bass per channel and DSP control really sets these apart from more passive designs.
My Duo XD are so dynamic, open, smooth, sweet and utterly present in my room, it’s astonishing. There seems to be no distortion. Cranking the volume to experience the music fully, I don’t realize how loud I’ve actually been listening at times. You hear things not normally heard. Singers parting their lips, breath control, even normal room ambiance comes through clearly. Uncanny!Fleetwood Deville by Oswald Mills Audio, Vienna Acoustics Haydn Jubilee, Wharfedale Linton w/ stands, Klipsch RB-75, Klipsch RP-160M.
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Topping D90, RME Audio ADI-2 DAC FS, ModWright Ultimate Sony XA-5400ES.
Burmester 948, McIntosh MCLK12, Kimber Kable, Siltech, Cardas, Avanti Audio cables.
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October 29, 2018, 12:29 PM #43
Re: My Avantgarde Duo XD - simply incredible....
Thank you so very much for your kind words. I sincerely appreciate them. Wow, long time Avantgarde owner, I’m excited and happy to be a member of the family. Thank you for posting. Have no fear, Joe is my name.
I think I’ve seen posts about you mentioning your Ayon Crossfire III. I’m sure that’s a wonderful amp. Please tell me more about it.
I can see you have great taste tooFleetwood Deville by Oswald Mills Audio, Vienna Acoustics Haydn Jubilee, Wharfedale Linton w/ stands, Klipsch RB-75, Klipsch RP-160M.
Job INTegrated. Luxman L-595aSE
NAD C 658 streamer.
First Watt SIT-3, Job 250 Monos, NuForce STA200, AkitikA GT-102 amp, ASL Wave monos, Dennis Had 45 monos. Absolute Audio Labs PCF 25 amp (improved First Watt F7 super clone)
Topping D90, RME Audio ADI-2 DAC FS, ModWright Ultimate Sony XA-5400ES.
Burmester 948, McIntosh MCLK12, Kimber Kable, Siltech, Cardas, Avanti Audio cables.
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October 29, 2018, 12:43 PM #44
Re: My Avantgarde Duo XD - simply incredible....
I have my rig in a big living room with difficult acoustics and when the Polish distributr of AG came to my place for presentation he brought also Crossfire I and Accu E560 , an A Class SS design.
I had then JM Lab Electra 1038 Be driven with Accu E 450, an AB amp.
So first we connected E450 to Duo Omega, I was a bit surprised with what I have heard.
Long story short Crossfire outperformed both Accu’s by a big margin.
It was in 2010 and ever since I tried many good amps, decided to keep SET, swaped only to next iterations of Crossfire, for last 4 years it’s Crossfire III with tube rectifcation.
My preference goes to integrated design because I want to keep 3 sources- sacd player, TT and separete transport and DAC in my living room.
Imho Crossfire is very good value for money- very transparent, fast, dynamic but it’s still a SET with all its magic.
It’s very well described here by Goeff Husband
https://www.tnt-audio.com/ampli/ayon_crossfire_e.html
And yes, the type of presentation offered by AG requires more time if someone listened only to traditional boxes, I fully agree with you.Aurender W20->Lampizator Pacific SE/Audio Aero La Fontaine->Ayon Crossfire III or Circle Labs A100-> Avantgarde Acoustic Trio LE 26, 4x REL Carbon Special Subwoofers
Analog : Fat Bob S with SME 5, Shelter Harmony, Tom Evans Groove+ SRX mk2, Muarah PSC with InteliClamp
cabling: Duelund DCA 16GA, Acrolink, Vovox, Siltech, Transparent, Audio Phase , NxLT The Flame, FTA Callisto and Sinope usb, Fadel Art , Argentum , REL Bassline Blue
HT : Sony HW 50 ES, Oppo 93 EU, Darbee DVP-5000 ,Yamaha Aventage RX-A 3010 , B&W 9.1, screen 120 inches matt white
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October 29, 2018, 12:45 PM #45
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Re: My Avantgarde Duo XD - simply incredible....
Congrats on the new AV Duos. I've had my Duos for 16 years (and they were a used pair). So they are closer to the beginning of the line. Had no real desire to change, even though I regularly hear crazy expensive speakers (like the Rockport Lyra and Magico M series). My amps of choice (which actually drove me to the Duos) are a pair of Cary Signature 2A3 monoblocks (about 3.5w per channel). I have been using the fancy Psvane tubes for several years. Love the SET sound with the Duos.
I've had my Lampi GG (bought used this summer) and have made the jump to a Pacific (arrives in a month), with the very generous trade-in that Lampi gives.
But most of my listening is to tape these days.
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October 29, 2018, 12:48 PM #46
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Re: My Avantgarde Duo XD - simply incredible....
Brinkmann Bardo w/ EMT HSD-006 cart, MSB Reference DAC --> Linear Tube Audio MicroZOTL --> Ampzilla 2000, 2nd Edition --> Fyne Audio F1-12
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October 29, 2018, 12:51 PM #47
Re: My Avantgarde Duo XD - simply incredible....
Destination speakers Joe ?
Paul
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October 29, 2018, 12:59 PM #48
Re: My Avantgarde Duo XD - simply incredible....
Aurender W20->Lampizator Pacific SE/Audio Aero La Fontaine->Ayon Crossfire III or Circle Labs A100-> Avantgarde Acoustic Trio LE 26, 4x REL Carbon Special Subwoofers
Analog : Fat Bob S with SME 5, Shelter Harmony, Tom Evans Groove+ SRX mk2, Muarah PSC with InteliClamp
cabling: Duelund DCA 16GA, Acrolink, Vovox, Siltech, Transparent, Audio Phase , NxLT The Flame, FTA Callisto and Sinope usb, Fadel Art , Argentum , REL Bassline Blue
HT : Sony HW 50 ES, Oppo 93 EU, Darbee DVP-5000 ,Yamaha Aventage RX-A 3010 , B&W 9.1, screen 120 inches matt white
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October 29, 2018, 01:01 PM #49
Re: My Avantgarde Duo XD - simply incredible....
Aurender W20->Lampizator Pacific SE/Audio Aero La Fontaine->Ayon Crossfire III or Circle Labs A100-> Avantgarde Acoustic Trio LE 26, 4x REL Carbon Special Subwoofers
Analog : Fat Bob S with SME 5, Shelter Harmony, Tom Evans Groove+ SRX mk2, Muarah PSC with InteliClamp
cabling: Duelund DCA 16GA, Acrolink, Vovox, Siltech, Transparent, Audio Phase , NxLT The Flame, FTA Callisto and Sinope usb, Fadel Art , Argentum , REL Bassline Blue
HT : Sony HW 50 ES, Oppo 93 EU, Darbee DVP-5000 ,Yamaha Aventage RX-A 3010 , B&W 9.1, screen 120 inches matt white
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October 29, 2018, 01:43 PM #50
Re: My Avantgarde Duo XD - simply incredible....
Fleetwood Deville by Oswald Mills Audio, Vienna Acoustics Haydn Jubilee, Wharfedale Linton w/ stands, Klipsch RB-75, Klipsch RP-160M.
Job INTegrated. Luxman L-595aSE
NAD C 658 streamer.
First Watt SIT-3, Job 250 Monos, NuForce STA200, AkitikA GT-102 amp, ASL Wave monos, Dennis Had 45 monos. Absolute Audio Labs PCF 25 amp (improved First Watt F7 super clone)
Topping D90, RME Audio ADI-2 DAC FS, ModWright Ultimate Sony XA-5400ES.
Burmester 948, McIntosh MCLK12, Kimber Kable, Siltech, Cardas, Avanti Audio cables.
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