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Yesterday, 07:08 PM

Shadowfax replied to a thread What are you listening to tonight ? in Music Forum

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Yesterday, 05:55 PM

Randy Myers replied to a thread New amp incoming in Headphones & Earbuds

I watch a video from the guys at Abyss who were disgusting various amps, pro and cons. They were giving each a rating based on use with Abyss headphones. They rated the SimAudio pretty high. They brought it down a tad because of its size versus...

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Yesterday, 05:50 PM

TheOctopus replied to a thread Harbeth 30.2 in a new room. in Harbeth Loudspeakers

Never underestimate live plants and their ability to add nice amount of diffusion to "relax" the sound and tame some of the reflections. No, they are not quite as effective as panels all over the room but one will be surprised how much they do...

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Yesterday, 05:49 PM

TheOctopus replied to a thread Harbeth 30.2 in a new room. in Harbeth Loudspeakers

My chair doubles as my computer desk chair. I can roll it a few feet and I am center stage. It's not a big room. :) It's just an Amazon Basics office chair of some sort, I bought it years ago for the computer and it is still holding up well.

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Yesterday, 10:31 AM

CPP replied to a thread Just Replaced My Ethernet Network Switch in Computer/Digital Audio

Which model numbers , thanks

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Yesterday, 05:47 AM

XV-1 replied to a thread Kondo Overture PM2i is at home in Amplifiers

Well done Jerome. great to hear you are still loving them. we all know what is next - ONGAKU :celebrate008_2: you know you want to :D

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Yesterday, 05:31 AM

XV-1 replied to a thread What Vinyl Do You Have On The Table? in Music Forum

Blur ‎– The Magic Whip - 2015 -2lp - a brilliant release from Blur coupled with superb production and perfect pressing by Optimal - a must have.

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Yesterday, 03:44 AM

Jerome W replied to a thread Kondo Overture PM2i is at home in Amplifiers

About the RS10 ? Will do tonight. Envoyé de mon iPhone en utilisant Tapatalk

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January 26, 2021, 10:37 PM

joeinid replied to a thread Vandersteen Kento Carbon Loudspeaker Review in Speakers

Great review Dre! Must be great speakers.

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January 26, 2021, 08:47 PM

CPP replied to a thread What was your first high-end component ever? in General Audio Discussion

I worked at a music and marine store in the early 70s' while going to college and got to partake in some cool gear. MY first was , Marantz 2270, KLH Fives and a Dual 1229. Upgraded to Marantz Mode 32 amp, a Marantz model 24 a pre-amp and a Thorens...

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January 26, 2021, 06:21 PM

Mike replied to a thread Taiko Music Server in Taiko Audio

It’s a product for the Taiko hardware. I don’t see it being available as a third party. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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January 26, 2021, 05:39 PM

Mike replied to a thread Taiko Music Server in Taiko Audio

The nice feature of the Taiko software is that with the push of a button from the app on your iPad, you can switch back and forth between Roon and the Taiko software. Switching to Roon, basically turns off “ExtremeDirect Player” and re-enables Roon...

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January 26, 2021, 05:27 PM

joeinid started a thread The Clones Audio 25iRX Integrated Amplifier: One Sweet & Simple Story in Integrated Systems

This looks pretty nice. The Clones Audio 25iRX Integrated Amplifier: One Sweet & Simple Story | Twittering Machines

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January 26, 2021, 05:16 PM

joeinid replied to a thread Taiko Music Server in Taiko Audio

Cool Mike. Digital is sure moving quickly. I think I need to catch up.

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January 26, 2021, 04:34 PM

johnthomas replied to a thread Review of the Everest in Shunyata Research

Thanks for your input. I order the Everest and Sigma XC thanks to SunCoast,looking forward to the new unit.

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January 26, 2021, 01:40 PM

Mike started a thread Taiko Music Server in Taiko Audio

The great guys at Taiko installed our beta version of the Taiko Music Server. We can switch back and forth between it and Roon. We spoke for two hours about why Roon is affected sonically: noisy traffic caused by its P2P architecture, among...

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January 26, 2021, 09:05 AM

Randy Myers replied to a thread New amp incoming in Headphones & Earbuds

Thank you. Really looking forward to it. I really enjoy listening to my Magnepan's, more often then not listening to vinyl with them. However I find headphones are used quite often for me. A completely different and very enjoyable experience. ...

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January 26, 2021, 08:43 AM

CPP replied to a thread What are you listening to tonight ? in Music Forum

Miles Davis - Birth of the Cool

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January 26, 2021, 08:05 AM

Mike replied to a thread Lumin app on Apple Mac M1 in Lumin

I bought an M1 Laptop this weekend. My wife has already taken possession of it! Terrific laptop. Love that screen by the keyboard. That’s fantastic that it runs the Lumin app too! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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January 26, 2021, 02:36 AM

Jack replied to a thread What was your first high-end component ever? in General Audio Discussion

The 3020 was what that company was built on.

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January 26, 2021, 02:35 AM

Puma Cat replied to a thread What was your first high-end component ever? in General Audio Discussion

Those NADs were awesome...

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January 26, 2021, 01:11 AM

Puma Cat replied to a thread GIK? in Acoustic Treatments & Digital Room Correction

They're great. Adding these to my system in 2019 brought some of the biggest improvements I've made to the system. Excellent value for money and they work really really well. For your smaller room, I'd really recommend 4-6 of the GIK Alpha 4A...

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January 26, 2021, 01:03 AM

Randy Myers replied to a thread New amp incoming in Headphones & Earbuds

No worries.... I went back and forth a little and then stumbled on a deal from a guy associated with SimAudio. Arguably one of the best solid state headphone amps on the market. Looking forward to it :).

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January 25, 2021, 10:16 PM

Puma Cat replied to a thread *NEW* Shunyata Omega Ethernet in Shunyata Research

I would recommend the specifically the new Omega QR-S (S for Source) for the Aurender.

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January 25, 2021, 08:01 PM

Randy Myers replied to a thread New amp incoming in Headphones & Earbuds

I was going to be patient... but I did get frustrated with the misinformation and the lack of communication. Who knows, I may try one sometime. Blue Hawaii Special Edition is supposed to be a great piece for electrostatic. The deal that I got...

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January 25, 2021, 04:45 PM

Mike replied to a thread *NEW* Shunyata Omega Ethernet in Shunyata Research

I have Omega on all our Aurender’s including mine at home. On the N100H, the Alpha is what I would use. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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January 25, 2021, 03:54 PM

still-one replied to a thread Esoteric E-02 Phonostage Review in Esoteric

is he talking about the "weight" of the music or the weight of the actual device? I haven't read the review.

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January 25, 2021, 03:42 PM

Shadowfax replied to a thread What was your first high-end component ever? in General Audio Discussion

I grew up in Soundex, all 3 locations as they grew. Bought my first Onkyo - Infinity setup at 17 y/o when they were in the strip across from the mall.

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January 25, 2021, 03:06 PM

Puma Cat replied to a thread Harbeth 30.2 in a new room. in Harbeth Loudspeakers

I beg to differ! ;) They're pretty good with Rock with a REL sub (with EVPs under it) and a Rega Planar 10 banging out the hits from the 70's and 80's...:P

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January 25, 2021, 02:38 PM

Puma Cat replied to a thread What was your first high-end component ever? in General Audio Discussion

My first-ever system, put together just out of university back in the mid-70s was: H-K Citation 11 preamp H-K Citation 12 amp Thorens TD160 TT with Ortofon cartridge Large Advents in Walnut I later replaced the Thorens with a Rega Planar 3...

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January 25, 2021, 02:08 PM

joeinid replied to a thread Anyone play around with Duelund wire? in Cables

I'm a fan of Duelund cables but have not tried the silver foil hookup wire.

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January 25, 2021, 02:04 PM

Mike replied to a thread Esoteric E-02 Phonostage Review in Esoteric

Some people buy their audio by the pound. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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January 25, 2021, 01:09 PM

TheOctopus replied to a thread Today's Jazz Playlist in Music Forum

Has been a while since I've listened to this gem. Always a pleasure. :music: A legendary engagement at the Pawnshop club in Stockholm, Sweden. Featured are Arne Domnerus (doubling on alto and clarinet), pianist Bengt Hallberg, vibraphonist Lars...

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January 25, 2021, 11:45 AM

TheOctopus replied to a thread Today's Jazz Playlist in Music Forum

I've found over the years that starting the day with a cup of fresh brewed Java and Jazz piano playing some of the Gershwin standards is one of life's small pleasures. As the saying goes: "Sometimes the small pleasures in life are the sweetest". ...

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January 25, 2021, 10:21 AM

joeinid replied to a thread Kondo Overture PM2i is at home in Amplifiers

Congratulations Jerome!

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January 25, 2021, 09:43 AM

Etunes started a thread iFi does DSD so well. Why no DSD for AMR products? in iFi Audio

Hi, Long time fan and customer . Great product line amazing bang for the buck and very forward thinking yet no DSD for AMR. Any plans to add DSD to 777se or upcoming AMR products ?

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January 25, 2021, 09:28 AM

Shadowfax replied to a thread Speaker Breakin Techniques in Speakers

I discovered a new technique. Just play Marcus Miller M Squared over and over for a while :) I know I have hours to go, but I put this Marcus disk on at a decent volume and you could hear changes by the end of the disk. I have played mostly...

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January 25, 2021, 09:13 AM

Randy Myers replied to a thread What was your first high-end component ever? in General Audio Discussion

The L810's were a great speaker from my memory. But that was way back in the day for me. I saw a Nak 970zx for sale and was tempted, but then I reminded myself that I no longer have any of my tapes and I really do not want to get back into...

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January 25, 2021, 08:27 AM

XV-1 replied to a thread Esoteric E-02 Phonostage Review in Esoteric

I liked my time with the E-03 and would like to hear the E-02. Pity Jerry has not heard the E-03. You cannot use the RCA and XLR outputs simultaneously, which is a pity. It's a great way to have your phono stage have slightly different...

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January 25, 2021, 02:27 AM

Jack replied to a thread What was your first high-end component ever? in General Audio Discussion

Randy My son still has that Cherry pair of L810 S/2's with factory stands in his Family Room in Md. I still have two mint pairs of the L570 S/2 large bookshelf speakers that I picked up several years back with one pair of the open top metal...

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January 25, 2021, 01:54 AM

Randy Myers replied to a thread What was your first high-end component ever? in General Audio Discussion

I used to love the ADS speakers! First real high end that I remember was a Nakamichi deck. I think it was a 670zx. Love that deck. Shortly after was KEF 104ab speakers!

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January 25, 2021, 01:47 AM

Jerome W replied to a thread Kondo Overture PM2i is at home in Amplifiers

Hello folks, An update about the Overture. I am listening to it in the living room with the Rega RS10 speakers. This amplifier is truly magical. I thought I knew these speakers very well since 8 years with them now. But the Kondo integrated...

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January 25, 2021, 12:59 AM

Jack replied to a thread What was your first high-end component ever? in General Audio Discussion

Audire Model 2 amplifier with a Soundcraftsmen PE-2217 preamp and ADS L-810 speakers. Can't remember for sure on the TT but it may have been a Connoisseur BD-2 with a Sonus cartridge.

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January 25, 2021, 12:54 AM

TheOctopus replied to a thread What are you listening to tonight ? in Music Forum

One of my absolute favorites. Great album to wrap up the weekend.

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January 25, 2021, 12:44 AM

TheOctopus replied to a thread Harbeth 30.2 in a new room. in Harbeth Loudspeakers

Thanks Near boundary reinforcement certainly helps if the speaker couples nicely and a balance can be established between too much and just right amount of coupling. The Harbeth 30.2 do not seem to mind and play along nicely. Bass response...

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January 24, 2021, 11:36 PM

Mike replied to a thread How much quality is on a master tape? in General Audio Discussion

What Is a Master Tape? Acoustic Sounds’ Chad Kassem Explains Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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January 24, 2021, 11:31 PM

NorthStar replied to a thread Post a Picture, a Photograph, an Image, a Drawing.....That you like to share. in Cameras, Photography & Videography

One of my favorites, which I mentioned many moons ago. It 'seams' just like yesterday ...

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January 24, 2021, 11:10 PM

Mike replied to a thread What are you listening to tonight ? in Music Forum

The vinyl is exceptional, but damn, the SACD is also superb. Home run. If you have an SACD player, I highly recommend it. Nina Simone-Little Girl Blue-Hybrid Stereo SACD|Acoustic Sounds Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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January 24, 2021, 11:00 PM

joeinid replied to a thread Salutions from the snowy Bear River Range in Introduce Yourself

Welcome to the forum!

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