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Yesterday, 05:56 PM

Mike replied to a thread Reintroduction in Introduce Yourself

Welcome back. Glad you’re enjoying your system. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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Yesterday, 02:30 PM

Mike started a thread Shots fired! in General Audio Discussion

What happens when the meter readers disagree! GR Research LGK 2.0 Speaker Review (A Joke) | Audio Science Review (ASR) Forum And GR Research X-LS Encore Kit Speaker Review | Audio Science Review (ASR) Forum And the response….

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Yesterday, 12:18 PM

Mr Peabody replied to a thread New amp to drive Sonus Faber Olympica III - Hegel? Coda? Mark Levinson? in Amplifiers

I can appreciate your enthusiasm but Pass builds amps that far exceed where Coda has gone, same with Levinson and Gryphon. I like the Coda older amps better than these new ones they are making, I bought an 8 and sold it, liked my Levinson better...

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Yesterday, 12:01 PM

Mr Peabody replied to a thread Legacy Audio? in Speakers

A friend made the upgrade but doesn't use the DAC so it's hard to tell much, it does seem to function better. The new feature, I forgot the name, it's supposed to make the music more live, one of the DSP features not on the older Wavelet, anyway he...

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Yesterday, 10:30 AM

Mike replied to a thread What was the last movie you watched? in Movies & Television

We went to see Top Gun Maverick. It was good. Not sure it lived up to the hype, but good none the less. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Pro

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June 25, 2022, 11:07 AM

Mike replied to a thread Wow.....there has to be a lot more Simaudio posters out there. in SimAudio (MOON)

Good, but man, after you hear the 860v2, it’s no going back. I really like the 760A footprint. It doesn’t quite have the big sound and sense of effortless power of the 860v2, but in a small to medium room, great. Sent from my iPhone using...

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June 24, 2022, 01:52 PM

Mike replied to a thread B&W 805D4 Review in B&W

Not at this time. Stand mounts don’t sell as easily. Not big movers as a whole. Most people would just spent a wee bit more and get the 804D4’s IMO. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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June 24, 2022, 12:27 PM

Mike started a thread B&W 805D4 Review in B&W

Bowers & Wilkins 805 D4 Loudspeakers | REVIEW - Part-Time Audiophile Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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June 24, 2022, 08:35 AM

Mike replied to a thread Chops' Current System Pics .... in AudioShark Members’ Systems

Until you’ve truly heard an AAA pressing, it might not be clear. Take for example, the album Mike played for me on his new Kuzma Stabi R - Lee Morgan, Cornbread. This pressing was from the master tapes. It was beautifully pressed. A 1958...

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June 23, 2022, 09:51 PM

Mike replied to a thread SAIA Freight Shipping? in General Audio Discussion

SAIA is great, I wouldn’t worry. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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June 23, 2022, 09:34 PM

Mike replied to a thread Boulder 866 in Boulder Amplifiers

Magico A5, Kharma S7-S, DB7-S and DB9-S, Vivid. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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June 23, 2022, 02:28 PM

Mike replied to a thread MSB DAC sources? in MSB

Basically, Roon or anything that plugs into the USB module (Innuos, Aurender, Lumin, Auralic, etc.) Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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June 23, 2022, 01:37 PM

Mr Peabody replied to a thread Wannabe Audiophile in Introduce Yourself

Hello & welcome. You have a nice setup

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June 23, 2022, 09:53 AM

Mike replied to a thread SAIA Freight Shipping? in General Audio Discussion

We use SAIA almost exclusively. They should call you to arrange delivery. If you have the BOL, call them and try to schedule a time now. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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June 23, 2022, 07:36 AM

Mike replied to a thread HiFi Rose RS150 Network Streamer Review in Computer/Digital Audio

No. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Pro

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June 22, 2022, 07:44 PM

Mike replied to a thread McIntosh Group Acquired by Highlander Partners in McIntosh Audio

Jeff nails it. Great read. Mc Wood blocks. A Mc AM/FM tuner in 2022. seriously? AM?? But now this steaming turd is a complete embarrassment to the entire industry. An empty box for $1500. You all out there wondering why Mc isn’t...

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June 22, 2022, 04:38 PM

Mike replied to a thread McIntosh Group Acquired by Highlander Partners in McIntosh Audio

This is $14. Black Metal Tin Box Lids - Large Containers, Holder for Keeping Car Keys, Cookie, Pencil Case, 7.5 x 4.2 x 2.2 inch https://a.co/d/3jdzqHd Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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June 22, 2022, 03:47 PM

Mike replied to a thread Enleum in Amplifiers

I’ll happily trade you a 23R for your 509x all day long. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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June 22, 2022, 01:12 PM

Mike replied to a thread McIntosh Group Acquired by Highlander Partners in McIntosh Audio

An empty box with a child’s night light in it. OMG. I’m speechless. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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June 22, 2022, 10:32 AM

Mike replied to a thread McIntosh Group Acquired by Highlander Partners in McIntosh Audio

McIntosh LB200 Light Box – McIntosh Laboratory, Inc. SMH Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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June 21, 2022, 07:53 PM

Mr Peabody replied to a thread Arrived: New Kuzma R with 4Point in Turntables

Congrats

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June 21, 2022, 07:46 PM

Mr Peabody replied to a thread Use "Power Control" to power on old devices in McIntosh Audio

The only thing I'm aware of, some type of power conditioner that allows you to power up the system and turn it off. There may be one with a trigger so you can just plug in the units without remote.

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June 21, 2022, 06:17 PM

Mike replied to a thread Arrived: New Kuzma R with 4Point in Turntables

Young eyes at work. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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June 21, 2022, 09:11 AM

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

Nice job. The new tweeter is longer and “sunk into” the cabinet to run flush with the new cabinet. We are definitely getting a pair. I want the active version sans streamer. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Pro

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June 20, 2022, 11:26 PM

Mike replied to a thread Esoteric migrating off of AKM Dac chips for flagship D1X? in Esoteric

Wasn’t aware you already had the P1X. Hell yeah, D1X all the way. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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June 20, 2022, 11:22 PM

Mike replied to a thread SimAudio Integrated Amplifiers? in SimAudio (MOON)

To my ears, the 340i is the sweet spot and the value play. The 600 and 700 bring more power and refinement. The 700 makes a statement visually and sonically, but at a significant premium. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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June 20, 2022, 08:03 PM

Mr Peabody replied to a thread Hi from Sevenoaks, UK in Introduce Yourself

Hello Jeff & welcome

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June 20, 2022, 04:07 PM

Mike replied to a thread YG Acoustics Sonja 2.2 to 2.3 in Speakers

Thank you so much! Love San Diego. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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June 20, 2022, 03:12 PM

Mike replied to a thread YG Acoustics Sonja 2.2 to 2.3 in Speakers

I had a chance to hear all the models. 2.2i was my favorite. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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June 20, 2022, 02:30 PM

Mike replied to a thread Preamplifier Decision in Pre-Amps

I don’t know those Mc pieces, so a little hard to comment. A 2500 is a better reference for me. I always found the 2500 veiled compared to say a VAC Ren V. We took a 2500 on trade for a VAC pre. If I was shopping in that budget: Pass XP12...

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June 20, 2022, 02:04 PM

Mike replied to a thread Preamplifier Decision in Pre-Amps

Tier 3. I’ve owned more Mc than most folks here. Love it, for what it is. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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June 20, 2022, 12:29 PM

Mike replied to a thread Square D QO Panel Recall in General Audio Discussion

Please ensure you only hire and use a licensed electrician for this type of work. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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June 20, 2022, 08:49 AM

Mike replied to a thread heeelllloooooo....???? in Shindo Labs

Yes, he’s our resident Shindo expert. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Pro

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June 18, 2022, 04:26 PM

Mike replied to a thread Boulder 866 in Boulder Amplifiers

Tone? That sounds like a sweet little Jadis integrated or something to me. But then again, with the current state of tube availability, the 866 might be a good way to go. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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June 18, 2022, 11:41 AM

Mike replied to a thread Michael Fremer joins TAS in General Audio Discussion

When I created the special forum for the magazines to post LINKS to their reviews and perhaps even interact with subscribers (a great suggestion from Jeff at SoundStage), everyone was pleased and thanked me for doing so….except Stereophile….their...

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June 18, 2022, 11:39 AM

Mike replied to a thread Boulder 866 in Boulder Amplifiers

The DAC in the 866 does not outperform the LaScala IMO. It’s good, but the LaScala is very special and still my favorite standalone dac under $10k. Do you find yourself needing more power than the INT-60? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk...

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June 17, 2022, 11:33 PM

Mike replied to a thread Outlet Covers with supports for plugs in Power Conditioners & Regulators

Since we’re the American Distributor for Block Audio, we probably won’t be competing with ourselves. They are $350 if you’re getting them with the top of the line Furutech outlets built in. Otherwise: Block Audio C-Lock Lite Power...

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June 17, 2022, 10:42 PM

Mike replied to a thread Outlet Covers with supports for plugs in Power Conditioners & Regulators

No triple. They do make a double, but it’s for a small power cable. Best to stick with single only. There isn’t room for the C-Lock and more large outlets. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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June 17, 2022, 10:16 PM

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

Awesome new album from a relatively new artist (from Minnesota). Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Pro

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June 17, 2022, 09:45 PM

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

Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Pro

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June 17, 2022, 06:07 PM

Mike replied to a thread Outlet Covers with supports for plugs in Power Conditioners & Regulators

C-LOCK – Block Audio Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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June 17, 2022, 06:23 AM

Mike replied to a thread Esoteric migrating off of AKM Dac chips for flagship D1X? in Esoteric

How much is the subscription? The D1X is $50K here in America. I don’t think anyone with a $50K DAC would squawk at $20/month for a streaming service. If you’re focused on CD/SACD, I still wonder if the K1X/PS1 might make more sense. ...

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June 17, 2022, 06:20 AM

Mike replied to a thread Esoteric migrating off of AKM Dac chips for flagship D1X? in Esoteric

LOL. My bad. Well, it’s close(r) to Australia than say buying a HK product or otherwise. New Zealand is one place I would love to visit. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Pro

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June 16, 2022, 10:18 PM

Mike replied to a thread Innuos Pulse in Computer/Digital Audio

Excellent question. In this situation, I would keep the Nucleus running core duties and get the new Pulsar network player. The Pulsar will have upgraded parts over the the Zenith and be totally dedicated to network streamer duties with no...

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June 16, 2022, 10:15 PM

Mike replied to a thread Esoteric migrating off of AKM Dac chips for flagship D1X? in Esoteric

Are you able to get Qobuz or Tidal? Spotify is mp3 level. A DAC at the level of D1X deserves high res and a proper network transport like the Antipodes K50 which should be easy for you to get since its from Australia. GIGO is alive and...

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June 16, 2022, 08:13 PM

Mike replied to a thread Esoteric migrating off of AKM Dac chips for flagship D1X? in Esoteric

An Apple TV? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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June 16, 2022, 01:16 PM

Mike replied to a thread Michael Fremer joins TAS in General Audio Discussion

Yes. Atkinson got his knickers in a knot at Peter B on Facebook for leaking it. Figured it would be best to remove. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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June 16, 2022, 10:57 AM

Mike started a thread Michael Fremer joins TAS in General Audio Discussion

Eminent Audio Reviewer Michael Fremer Returns to The Absolute Sound - The Absolute Sound Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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June 14, 2022, 08:48 PM

Mike replied to a thread Magico M9 in Speakers

Very cool! Thanks for sharing. I need to make a trip out there. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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