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June 24, 2021, 10:36 AM #401
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i have already tried cheap dacs. i did not start with DCS and MSB. i am clear on what the cheaper offerings bring. If you expect me to say that the Lumin is as good as a DCS or MSB, i wont because that is not the truth. That said, if you own dacs such as the msb, esoteric, dcs, etc and dacs of this level, then no it does not make sense to spend 30k on top to move up the ladder. It is a stupid move in my opinion as a DCS and MSB owner.
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June 28, 2021, 10:26 AM #402
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i have received many emails throughout the year asking how they go about building their system. Many channels don't really address this so i decided to use my personal trials and experience with different components in order to go over best practices to build a system:
1130 am ET today
How to build your next system! - YouTube
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June 28, 2021, 10:26 AM #403
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i have received many emails throughout the year asking how they go about building their system. Many channels don't really address this so i decided to use my personal trials and experience with different components in order to go over best practices to build a system:
1130 am ET today
How to build your next system! - YouTube
Hope you all enjoyMy youtube channel: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL...1wNOTpMvfFvzgb
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June 28, 2021, 11:59 AM #404
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So nice you had to say it twice ...!
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June 28, 2021, 12:01 PM #405
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I don't know why it happens all the time with my computer.
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July 2, 2021, 09:39 AM #406
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part 2 of the series:
How to build your system: PART 2 - YouTubeMy youtube channel: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL...1wNOTpMvfFvzgb
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July 9, 2021, 10:41 AM #407
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i am done with Gryphon and here is why:
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July 14, 2021, 09:32 AM #408
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July 14, 2021, 01:34 PM #409
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Congrats on the new preamp, but you just got the Ref6SE and I don't remember you doing anything with it? Are you going to bring that back into the mix as well?
--Marc
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July 14, 2021, 02:08 PM #410
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I know you explained why you wouldn't bring back the brought back the Ref160 monos in your Ref6SE unveiling video, but I urge you to reconsider if you can find a pair. I am using the Ref6SE/Ref160 monos with my Alexx and I feel it's a great combo. I don't know why you didn't like the monos in the past, but I just feel you should revisit if possible, because of the synergy with the Ref6SE and the Wilson XLF. I would bring mine over if I didn't live in Seattle
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July 14, 2021, 02:27 PM #411
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The 160m never measured up for me. As a matter of fact, the person i sold my first set of 160m told me they were trash and he traded them in back to me.
I did buy 160m with the ref6se and sold those. The alexx needs huge power. You're not close to realizing the potential of that speaker.
Lastly, keep in mind my reference point with regards to amps is quite high. Most people would be happy with 160m until they hear Mephisto and Boulder 2150...
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July 17, 2021, 11:35 AM #414
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July 17, 2021, 10:37 PM #417
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I ran the REF10 with REF160m for a couple years with my Alexias. I thought the pairing was very good, but 1) Alexia not what Alex or Alexandria are, and 2) Wilson speakers are not shy about power, they’ll gladly gobble as much as you can feed them, and get better with each dose. (I suppose there’s a limit of course.) No doubt Ref6se and 160m make sweet music. I had a Ref75 with my Alexia for a few years, the extra power of the 160m immediately made a huge difference (plus the 160s are better than ref75 in many other ways.)
I do agree with Jay your Alexx will improve with more power. And Wilson’s often present a challenging load at some combination of frequency and phase angle, so an amp that doesn’t flinch into a 2 or fewer ohm load will only help bring the most out of a Wilson speaker.
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July 18, 2021, 02:44 PM #418
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July 20, 2021, 08:32 AM #419
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July 20, 2021, 09:38 AM #420
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Just a couple of comments.
The original Alexia is less sensitive by one dB and a more difficult load than is Marc's Alexx. The low point for Alexx is 1.5 ohms at 2850Hz, not nearly as demanding as a low impedance in the bass region. Alexia on the other hand is 2 ohms at 80Hz. That's much tougher for the amp.
Matching amplifiers to speakers seems to be one of the most misunderstood aspects at this level of audio. It is not power alone that improves a Wilson speaker's performance. If your goal is to replace the REF160M, then you need to find a more powerful amp that is comparable or better sonically. Many of the en vogue amplifiers across forums these days are at best a different version of presentation and at worst a change for change's sake. The bottom line is that while there are many different powerful amps, there are far fewer potentially "better" amps. In the context of replacing REF160M's in a full blown, properly tuned ARC system, the number one might consider becomes vanishingly small.
Fortunately, one of the hallmarks of Wilson designs is that they allow you to hear very clearly why you chose, and hopefully love, the amplifier you did.
As always, ymmv.
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July 25, 2021, 01:18 PM #422
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July 27, 2021, 10:44 AM #423
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Here are the "Pros" of Pass Labs components
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July 27, 2021, 01:48 PM #424
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Plenty Pros very little Con ....!
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July 29, 2021, 09:05 AM #425
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Someone has to do it so... here i go
Part 2: CONS of Pass Labs - YouTube
Disclaimer: This video is about my personal opinion on the product. This might not reflect your personal views and/or experience with it. As we all know, this hobby is subjective and YOU - the end user - is the only person that can decide what best suits your particular needs.My youtube channel: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL...1wNOTpMvfFvzgb
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July 29, 2021, 09:42 AM #426
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Cons : They are heavy and Expensive ...
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July 29, 2021, 09:49 AM #427
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watch and see!
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July 30, 2021, 06:01 PM #428
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Hey Jay, I have seen the Shunyata Everest lurking in your room in a few shots, but I don't believe I've ever heard you discuss it. Shunyata products have made a huge difference in my system, wondering what you thought of the Everest, particularly on your front end gear (I don't believe amps should be plugged in, but everything else can be...)
--Marc
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Tune in tomorrow:
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August 11, 2021, 06:00 AM #432
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Hi guys, I'm looking for some new high-powered speakers, do you have any recommendations on that? Thanks
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Okay, thank you)
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August 14, 2021, 01:52 PM #435
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Ok
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Part 1:
2 month update of living with the Wilson Audio Alexandria XLF
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August 19, 2021, 09:07 AM #438
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Part 2: today at 11am ET
Is this the best speaker I've owned?
You will know today!
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August 22, 2021, 01:36 PM #439
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New powecords on dacNew USB cable
New Ethernet cable
No music server
Cables are not broken in
Still on garbage speaker cablesEnjoy
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August 25, 2021, 10:04 AM #440
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August 25, 2021, 10:11 AM #441
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hi jay
as a little feedback: your recent videos are excellent!!
really got used to you and i enjoy every single video. great how you put things into correlation.
thx a lot, it is outstanding entertainement!
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August 25, 2021, 10:13 AM #442
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thank you.. dont miss today's video. It will be one of my very best ones.
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August 25, 2021, 10:32 AM #443
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cool, waiting for the evening.
i would take the subwoofers out of the room, they are overfilling the space imho and might interfere bassabsorbingwise.
i hope you try the audionet heisenbergs one day. in my experiance these are the uber synergy amps with wilson audio.
since you are streaming....2 phoenixNET in serie with shunyata omega digital cables and wilson pedestal footers!
the wilson footers are not to compare with anything like stillpoints, cms etc.
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August 25, 2021, 12:23 PM #445
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Jay write your ranking list down , so far its
1.Boulder ( ahem)
2. Constellation
Whats your top 5 or 10 ...?
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August 25, 2021, 12:44 PM #446
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that will be a topic for a future video
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August 25, 2021, 01:31 PM #447
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BTW , What Mcintosh stuff did you try ..? A good video topic is Vintage Mac vs Modern Mac sound ..!
Also try PBN amplifiers out of CA see if its at constellation level highly rated with Mosfets ..!
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I haven't owned spectral so how can I give input? I've said it many times that these are my opinions based on what I've owned. As a matter of fact, ALL YouTube channels related to audio are based on personal opinions, but most don't have the nerve or balls to tell it like it is.
A lot of people are sick and tired of watching the same stupid "giraffes" regurgitate the food and continue to chew it over and over again and you all swallow it over and over again.
I'm here to tell MY STORY with audio and if that makes any particular brand mad then this is a sign that i am probably right.
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August 25, 2021, 04:01 PM #450
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Ok any comments on DAG , Spectral is very good too you should give them a try ...!
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