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Mike started a thread Impex Records - is it analog or is it digital? in Music Forum

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August 11, 2022, 04:22 PM

Mike replied to a thread In Stereo With Mike & Rick - A New Podcast Series in General Audio Discussion

Sure. If you go to YouTube, type in Suncoast Audio, click on our channel, click on videos and you should see the latest at the top. We just finished an awesome episode. It will air in about 3 weeks. Sent from my iPhone using...

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August 10, 2022, 09:31 PM

Mike replied to a thread DAC's $5k - $11k in Computer/Digital Audio

Thank you and thank you for watching. Well, I was until the price went up! An MSB Discrete is now $12,500. So if you can splurge a bit more, than yes, MSB Discrete with your N20 is FANTASTIC. You would most definitely want the second PSU...

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August 10, 2022, 04:06 PM

Mike replied to a thread In Stereo With Mike & Rick - A New Podcast Series in General Audio Discussion

Yes, we are editing it. Should be back up soon. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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August 9, 2022, 12:58 PM

Mike started a thread Aurender MC20 in Aurender

MC20 | Aurender - The Future of Sound Introducing the Aurender MC20 Reference Master / Word Clock Often considered the final step on the path towards digital audio perfection, master / word clocks can have the ability to elevate music from the...

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August 9, 2022, 08:02 AM

Mike replied to a thread Fyne 702 and 502sp in Fyne Audio

This nails it. We have both. The 702 is definitely better, but the 502SP remains the best value in the lineup. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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August 8, 2022, 07:12 PM

Mike replied to a thread Lumin T3 in Lumin

I’m wondering if we can see Lumin come out with a replacement for the S1. Maybe something that isn’t Sabre based? Maybe something different like a R2R DAC. What’s the latest Wolfson like? Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Pro

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August 8, 2022, 07:01 PM

Mike replied to a thread What Vinyl Do You Have On The Table? in Music Forum

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August 8, 2022, 07:00 PM

Mike replied to a thread What Vinyl Do You Have On The Table? in Music Forum

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August 8, 2022, 06:24 PM

Mike replied to a thread Rest in peace Olivia Newton John in General Audio Discussion

RIP. Did I read she went with a holistic natural path approach to treat her cancer instead of traditional medical treatment? SMH. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Pro

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August 8, 2022, 01:08 PM

Mike replied to a thread Fyne China vs the SP's.... in Fyne Audio

The 502SP is the 702 parts in the 502 cabinet. Totally worth it. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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August 7, 2022, 11:21 PM

Mike replied to a thread MOFI One Step’s - is it tape or digital? The big debate in Music Forum

MOFI Analog or Digital sources? List of sources (updated 2) . – Magic Vinyl vs Digital Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Pro

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August 7, 2022, 10:53 PM

Mike replied to a thread What Vinyl Do You Have On The Table? in Music Forum

A real sleeper gem. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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August 7, 2022, 02:19 PM

Mike replied to a thread What Vinyl Do You Have On The Table? in Music Forum

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August 7, 2022, 01:22 PM

Mike replied to a thread Venturing into the realm of room acoustics and treatments... in Acoustic Treatments & Digital Room Correction

I don’t agree since the Alpha 2D’s work optimally at 500hz (not sure how that’s “bass” in their definition). But at least, as you said, you can move them if they don’t work out well. I think you’ll find a midrange suck out and find you have to...

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August 7, 2022, 11:13 AM

Mike replied to a thread Never would have done it without the dealer!! in General Audio Discussion

Try it now. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Pro

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August 6, 2022, 01:30 PM

Mike replied to a thread Newer 860A v2 Power Amp in SimAudio (MOON)

Hi Andrew - I don’t believe so or I don’t recall. Sorry. Mike Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Pro

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August 6, 2022, 11:30 AM

Mike replied to a thread Fyne Vintage in Fyne Audio

I would want something like 17 x 21. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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August 6, 2022, 10:16 AM

Mike replied to a thread Fyne Vintage in Fyne Audio

No problem. I haven’t had a chance to hear the vintage series from Fyne yet. I’m on the fence right now about bringing in a pair. They are very big in size and not sure how that will fly with customers. It’s not like Tannoy’s are a big seller...

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August 6, 2022, 08:02 AM

Mike replied to a thread MOFI One Step’s - is it tape or digital? The big debate in Music Forum

I for one sent multiple emails to Fremer beginning in 2019 and told him I heard digital in these One Step’s. Happy to share the emails with anyone not believing me. Here’s one from 2019!! THAT BEING SAID, I still think many of the One...

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August 5, 2022, 05:07 PM

Mike replied to a thread Streaming YouTube in Computer/Digital Audio

Yes. We tried it. Sounded good. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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August 5, 2022, 05:07 PM

Mike replied to a thread How to upload photos in Forum Announcements & Suggestions

We recommend Tapatalk for your phone or iPad to make it easy. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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August 5, 2022, 08:51 AM

Mike replied to a thread Cybershaft users; I need your assistance. in Computer/Digital Audio

You ideally want 50 ohm for Esoteric, 75 ohm for Aurender - output and 50 ohm and 75 ohm cables to match. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Pro

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August 4, 2022, 11:18 PM

Mike replied to a thread Hi from Heartland in Introduce Yourself

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August 4, 2022, 06:45 PM

Mike replied to a thread Cybershaft users; I need your assistance. in Computer/Digital Audio

I would do Use Case 2. I’ve tried both. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Pro

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August 4, 2022, 12:56 PM

Mike replied to a thread Cybershaft users; I need your assistance. in Computer/Digital Audio

Do the multiple. You can then clock the aurender off it too. Different ohm rated cable, but the Cybershaft has adjustments on the back to accommodate. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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August 4, 2022, 08:02 AM

Mike replied to a thread In Stereo With Mike & Rick - A New Podcast Series in General Audio Discussion

Thanks Kev! Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Pro

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August 3, 2022, 06:03 PM

still-one replied to a thread In Stereo With Mike & Rick - A New Podcast Series in General Audio Discussion

What's a Podcast? :D

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August 3, 2022, 09:07 AM

Mike replied to a thread In Stereo With Mike & Rick - A New Podcast Series in General Audio Discussion

Thank you. Look forward to meeting you as well. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Pro

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August 2, 2022, 09:45 PM

Mike started a thread In Stereo With Mike & Rick - A New Podcast Series in General Audio Discussion

In Stereo with Mike & Rick - Episode 1 (8/2/2022) - YouTube Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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August 2, 2022, 09:18 AM

Mike replied to a thread Venturing into the realm of room acoustics and treatments... in Acoustic Treatments & Digital Room Correction

The alpha panels are partial diffusion, but also rated as “high absorption”. Bad idea for a dipole like Maggie. Pure diffusion panels are the way to go for front wall. Everything sounds better in your new untreated room, because any kind of...

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August 1, 2022, 08:59 AM

Mike replied to a thread USB vs. Ethernet in General Audio Discussion

He’s wrong. Noise is the enemy of digital. We have had customers in the store and compared a junker Netgear switch Vs Nordost QNET and a customer brought in a Synergistic Research one. The differences between the aftermarket ones and the netgear...

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July 31, 2022, 06:19 PM

still-one replied to a thread Momentum M400MxV in D'Agostino Audio

I just noticed your Momentum's have a slight difference in industrial design than mine. Both my M400's and Momentum HD have the black covers around the meters. I see on you MV's your is natural aluminum colored. Congratulations. I am going to...

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July 31, 2022, 10:49 AM

Mike replied to a thread Mike's system in AudioShark Members’ Systems

They do! I pay them way more than they normally make. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Pro

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July 30, 2022, 05:00 PM

Mike replied to a thread Mike's system in AudioShark Members’ Systems

A few changes: - Gone is the NAIM 500 system - Added Block Audio SE Monos/SE Pre - Added Esoteric Grandioso K1X/PS1. Since I have hundreds of SACD’s and thousands of CD’s, and I play them and buy more every month, this was the best option for...

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July 29, 2022, 07:15 PM

Mike replied to a thread SS vs Tube - experiences in McIntosh Audio

Long term tube guy here. On high efficient, dynamic horn speakers, tubes and only tubes for me. On traditional dynamic loudspeakers, I tend to prefer class A solid state. On inefficient speakers (MBL), I like big power AB. Sent from my...

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July 29, 2022, 03:48 PM

Mike replied to a thread Lumin U2 Mini in Lumin

Review: LUMIN U2 Mini Digital Transport/Streamer - Twittering Machines Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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July 29, 2022, 12:35 AM

still-one replied to a thread Vivaldi APEX Uprade in Computer/Digital Audio

Ken I was only able to listen for about 90 minutes. First thing I noticed was fuller low end sound. Second it seems like instruments are separated more. A better defined soundstage. More to come next week.

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July 28, 2022, 06:00 PM

still-one started a thread Vivaldi APEX Uprade in Computer/Digital Audio

Received my Vivaldi DAC back this afternoon after having sent it out a week ago for the APEX update. Once I received the call to drop it at my dealer last Tuesday the turnaround was pretty quick considering the shipping back and forth. Once I...

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July 28, 2022, 09:16 AM

Mike replied to a thread Magico A3 Review in Magico

HIFI CRITIC Magico’s A-game — Magico Loudspeakers Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Pro

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July 27, 2022, 12:12 AM

Mike started a thread Turmoil Returns To Krell in Amplifiers

It’s like a soap opera. I had a chance to speak with Walter on the phone, we met in person. He was a type A, very driven, very focused, very determined individual. Passionate. Turmoil Returns to Krell; COO Walter Schofield is Out Without...

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July 26, 2022, 08:02 PM

Mike replied to a thread What Vinyl Do You Have On The Table? in Music Forum

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July 26, 2022, 07:31 PM

Mike replied to a thread What Vinyl Do You Have On The Table? in Music Forum

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July 26, 2022, 06:58 PM

Mike replied to a thread Is 60 watts of Luxman class A enough juice for SabrinaX? in Wilson Audio

No, BruceLet. His record collection is also drool worthy. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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July 26, 2022, 06:23 PM

Mike replied to a thread Is 60 watts of Luxman class A enough juice for SabrinaX? in Wilson Audio

His room wouldn’t tolerate a bigger speaker. It’s a tiny room. MAYBE 10 x 10. He does have a separate AC unit in that room for his love of Class A and tube amps. He did have Salon 2’s in that room and they sounded superb, but they aren’t bass...

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July 25, 2022, 10:04 PM

Mike replied to a thread What Vinyl Do You Have On The Table? in Music Forum

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July 25, 2022, 10:48 AM

Mike replied to a thread Hi from Italy in Introduce Yourself

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July 25, 2022, 08:01 AM

Mike replied to a thread Esoteric Grandioso K1X in Esoteric

No, I was asked by MBL to sell it to a customer who didn’t want to wait 12 months+. It’s all good. It was a nice sale. I then tried the Harbeth 40.3XD’s, Kharma DB9-S and now have the Kharma MIDI Exquisite 3.0. I would definitely go back to...

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July 24, 2022, 10:25 PM

Mike replied to a thread Analog Productions in Music Forum

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