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Today, 01:18 PM

Mike replied to a thread The amazing Lumin P-1 is now the Heart of my system. in Lumin

X1 is amazing. It sounded the best in our Lumin shootout, but I still have a soft spot for the engagement factor of the P1 . Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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Today, 01:16 PM

Mike replied to a thread TLC visits Wax Rax, manufacturer of storage/access units for vinyl records and audio gear. Get your vinyl on! in The Listening Chair

Awesome! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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Yesterday, 08:47 AM

Mike replied to a thread Hypex Nilai 500 in Amplifiers

Agreed. IMO, GaN is the Class D that sounds best. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Pro

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January 29, 2023, 08:01 PM

Mike replied to a thread Hegel music systems p30a preamp review in Hegel

Not sure that’s accurate. H30 - $17,000 (last price) H30A - $18,995 Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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January 29, 2023, 01:31 PM

Mike replied to a thread Hegel music systems p30a preamp review in Hegel

The H30A and P20a will be powering the Clarisys Minuet’s at the Florida Audio Expo in room 915. I’ll let you know. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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January 28, 2023, 08:23 PM

Mike replied to a thread Lasers for speakers??? in General Audio Discussion

Still have my old Bosch. Have used lasers forever. Sure beats the measuring tapes from years ago. Multiple laser levels on tripods to find absolute center of a room is next level. Think: matrix! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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January 28, 2023, 10:58 AM

Mike replied to a thread Clarisys Audio in Clarisys Audio

Agreed. With less “stuff” and no absorption on side walls, tweeters inside could be the best. Regardless, there is flexibility for placement and no right or wrong. We have them 3 feet from side wall and 6 feet from back wall (after taking this...

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January 27, 2023, 07:48 PM

Mike replied to a thread Clarisys Audio in Clarisys Audio

Clarisys Audio - Minuet in the Big Room with the Block Audio gear - YouTube Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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January 26, 2023, 06:25 PM

Mike replied to a thread Clarisys Audio in Clarisys Audio

Clarisys Audio - Minuet - Tweeters on the outside - YouTube Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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January 24, 2023, 10:01 AM

Mike replied to a thread Warehouse shelving for the new warehouse going up today… in General Off Topic Forums

Ha! Playing hockey. Coaching kids hockey too. I love it when people say “but you haven’t seen any of X TV show? (ie. Yellowstone). LOL. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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January 24, 2023, 09:44 AM

Mike replied to a thread Warehouse shelving for the new warehouse going up today… in General Off Topic Forums

Thank you very much. Appreciate the kind words. The preowned audio business and audio distribution also keeps me busy! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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January 24, 2023, 08:53 AM

Mike replied to a thread Making the Vitus Audio SIA-030 Integrated Amplifier, Part One in SoundStage! Ultra

About as much as a Pinto and a Porsche. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Pro

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January 23, 2023, 07:51 PM

Mike replied to a thread Warehouse shelving for the new warehouse going up today… in General Off Topic Forums

Thanks Mike Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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January 23, 2023, 06:01 PM

Mike replied to a thread Unbeatable offer on Revel Salon2’s in Speakers

If you’re in Canada, I think it’s best to speak with a local dealer. But for now,!I would find an older VAC integrated like the i160. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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January 23, 2023, 03:02 PM

Mike replied to a thread Warehouse shelving for the new warehouse going up today… in General Off Topic Forums

Yes, shop is expanding. Thanks. But we are waiting on our new warehouse to be finished. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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January 23, 2023, 11:00 AM

Mike started a thread Warehouse shelving for the new warehouse going up today… in General Off Topic Forums

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January 22, 2023, 03:14 PM

Mike replied to a thread Unbeatable offer on Revel Salon2’s in Speakers

Yes, Pass is a great match. Imagine XA600.8’s driving them? Wow! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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January 22, 2023, 11:33 AM

Mike replied to a thread Unbeatable offer on Revel Salon2’s in Speakers

This. If they are indeed Salon 2’s and not the ugly Salon 1’s, then you will want to upgrade your amps. Look for a used pair of Bryston 28SST’s. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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January 22, 2023, 09:26 AM

Mike replied to a thread Boulder 812 DAC/Preamp in Boulder Amplifiers

No, you need an Ethernet cable. No wifi. Wifi is not ideal for best sound. The wifi dongle is for the remote. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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January 20, 2023, 12:02 PM

Mike replied to a thread Voshkod tubes in Vacuum Tubes & Valves

China isn’t at war. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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January 19, 2023, 07:50 PM

Mike replied to a thread RIP David Crosby in General Audio Discussion

This is truly sad. RIP. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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January 19, 2023, 06:02 PM

Mike replied to a thread Voshkod tubes in Vacuum Tubes & Valves

Any brand who’s design is all Russian tubes has got to be in a world of trouble from a supply standpoint. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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January 19, 2023, 04:17 PM

jadedavid replied to a thread Gryphon Amplifiers and Preamplifiers left or right channel in Gryphon Audio

not sure how Gryphon does it but just hook it up the way you think it might be and then play a "left channel" or "right channel" track from "Audio Check" found on either Tidal or Qobuz and you will know if you got it right or not.

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January 19, 2023, 12:50 PM

Mike replied to a thread Clarisys Audio in Clarisys Audio

478 neodymium magnets per side. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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January 19, 2023, 08:58 AM

Mike replied to a thread Clarisys Audio in Clarisys Audio

Clarisys Audio Auditorium’s and their external crossovers on their way to Florida for the show. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Pro

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January 18, 2023, 11:46 PM

Mike replied to a thread New Avantgarde G3 series: Uno and Duo in Avantgarde

You’re the reason it reached full potential! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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January 18, 2023, 10:03 AM

Mike replied to a thread Interesting info re: digital cable "deniers" in General Audio Discussion

Let’s see his system and see him list his experience A/B’ing different switches. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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January 18, 2023, 01:37 AM

Mike replied to a thread Lumin T2 + Farad PSU vs P1 in Lumin

Go P1. Add on PSU’s likely void the warranty. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Pro

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January 17, 2023, 04:38 PM

Mike replied to a thread New Avantgarde G3 series: Uno and Duo in Avantgarde

It sure was. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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January 17, 2023, 04:38 PM

Mike replied to a thread New Avantgarde G3 series: Uno and Duo in Avantgarde

Agreed! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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January 17, 2023, 03:36 PM

Mike replied to a thread New Avantgarde G3 series: Uno and Duo in Avantgarde

How could I forget? LOVED that system. Like a live concert every night. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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January 17, 2023, 09:47 AM

Mike replied to a thread Interesting info re: digital cable "deniers" in General Audio Discussion

Mike, If you believe this is a good idea…. Or your subwoofer looks like this:

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January 16, 2023, 08:45 PM

Mike replied to a thread New Avantgarde G3 series: Uno and Duo in Avantgarde

No, not yet. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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January 16, 2023, 04:38 PM

Mike replied to a thread Clarisys Audio in Clarisys Audio

What's inside a Clarisys Audio - Minuet Speaker? - YouTube Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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January 16, 2023, 02:05 PM

Mike replied to a thread Boulder 812 DAC/Preamp in Boulder Amplifiers

We have one in the store. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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January 16, 2023, 01:40 PM

Mike replied to a thread Clarisys Audio in Clarisys Audio

Completely independent. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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January 16, 2023, 09:17 AM

Mike replied to a thread Vimberg Amea in Speakers

congrats! Very nice combo I bet. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Pro

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January 15, 2023, 07:17 PM

Mike replied to a thread Clarisys Audio in Clarisys Audio

Clarisys Audio - Minuet - Day 4 of break in - YouTube Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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January 15, 2023, 07:16 PM

Mike replied to a thread Clarisys Audio in Clarisys Audio

Clarisys Audio - Minuet - Day 4 - Beginning to optimize - YouTube Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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January 15, 2023, 11:53 AM

Mike replied to a thread Clarisys Audio in Clarisys Audio

Just looked, 485 pounds per side for the neo Auditoriums. Shipping weight is far more. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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January 15, 2023, 11:41 AM

Mike replied to a thread Clarisys Audio in Clarisys Audio

750 pound panels need a big room! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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January 15, 2023, 10:21 AM

Mike replied to a thread Clarisys Audio in Clarisys Audio

Thanks you Ken, Craig and Mike. Yes, in room 915, we will have the Clarisys Audio Minuet with the new Hegel H30A/P30A. In Florida 1/2 room (a huge 24 x 40 room), we will have the Clarisys Audio Auditorium’s, their largest single panel speaker,...

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January 14, 2023, 10:13 PM

Mike replied to a thread Clarisys Audio in Clarisys Audio

Clarisys Audio - Minuet - Day 3 of Break In - YouTube Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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January 14, 2023, 10:13 PM

Mike replied to a thread Clarisys Audio in Clarisys Audio

Clarisys Audio Minuet - Day 2 of Break In - YouTube Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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January 14, 2023, 10:13 PM

Mike replied to a thread Clarisys Audio in Clarisys Audio

Clarisys Audio - Background and Info - YouTube Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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January 14, 2023, 10:12 PM

Mike started a thread Clarisys Audio in Clarisys Audio

Clarisys Audio Minuet - Neo version. Just unboxed a few hours ago. - YouTube Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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January 13, 2023, 09:29 PM

Mike replied to a thread Magico S3 (2023) Listening Impressions in Magico

Fantastic report! Thank you. Can’t wait to get my pair. People that missed out on our trade-in/trade-up program will be seriously kicking themselves. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Pro

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January 13, 2023, 02:40 PM

Mike replied to a thread Aurender A20 in Aurender

Personally, I would do the Lumin X1, P1 or Esoteric N-01XD instead. Love aurender, just think their dac-less servers are their forte. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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January 12, 2023, 12:35 PM

Mike replied to a thread Taiko Audio’s XDMS in Taiko Audio

This software just gets better and better. Sonically too. I compared the latest XDMS this morning to the latest roon….frankly, it was no contest, XDMS is just so much better sonically. Like a veil has been lifted and everything sounds so much...

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