View Profile: Mr Peabody - AudioShark Forums

Yesterday, 12:45 PM

Mr Peabody replied to a thread Subwoofer setup with AVR and stereo amp in Subwoofers

So you switch speaker cables at the back of your mains to the systemyou will be listening too? I used to do that when my 2-channel system was tubes. In that case you need a sub with two inputs if wanting to use same sub for both movies and...

9 replies | 185 view(s)

May 12, 2021, 12:57 PM

Mr Peabody replied to a thread Subwoofer setup with AVR and stereo amp in Subwoofers

Check to see if your SVS has two separate inputs, my PC13 Ultra does. Use the input with no crossover for the receiver and the crossover input for your integrated. If not, I'd leave the sub on your home theater, movie soundtracks have a...

9 replies | 185 view(s)

May 12, 2021, 12:41 PM

Shadowfax replied to a thread Economy and Finance Thread in General Off Topic Forums

You must not be listening too closely to Klaus Schwab and the World Economic Forum's plans and suggestions. Politics does not mean USA and a single guy. Politics is Global and there is a global plan to tank the US to push the Green New Deal and...

53 replies | 997 view(s)

May 12, 2021, 12:14 PM

Shadowfax replied to a thread Economy and Finance Thread in General Off Topic Forums

The whole market, economy, pipeline hacks and everything going on is all Politics, no way to get around it. Back to my popcorn :popcorn:

53 replies | 997 view(s)

May 12, 2021, 12:01 PM

Shadowfax replied to a thread Economy and Finance Thread in General Off Topic Forums

Told you it could not be done without Politics :)

53 replies | 997 view(s)

May 12, 2021, 07:35 AM

Shadowfax replied to a thread Fyne Audio F502SP Review Thread in Fyne Audio

Mike, even if these speakers sounded like crap, they are a thing of beauty to just look at. I would have hated the black :) Only downside is the combo of Sunlight and Dust.

6 replies | 600 view(s)

May 11, 2021, 08:55 PM

Shadowfax replied to a thread Fyne Audio F502SP Review Thread in Fyne Audio

With the addition of the new Rotel 1572, most of any Bass issues have cleared up. I now realize the that as good as the 1072 is, it was the weak link in the system. I doubt that both my ears breaking in along with the drivers breaking in accounted...

6 replies | 600 view(s)

May 11, 2021, 08:33 PM

Shadowfax replied to a thread New Luxman 595a Limited Edition in Luxman

Congrats Joe! You have to try out the Phono section, they are really good and I am sure the one in yours will be a few steps up from mine.

49 replies | 2637 view(s)

May 10, 2021, 11:11 AM

Mr Peabody replied to a thread Picked Up A Transport in General Audio Discussion

I can add an album to the cue and play it in it's entirety but to my surprise it did feel different going over and loadng the disc, sitting down and hitting play, maybe nostalgia for the ritual, who knows.

4 replies | 248 view(s)

May 10, 2021, 10:09 AM

Mr Peabody replied to a thread Known Factory wiring fault in SOME McIntosh MC611 monobloc amps in McIntosh Audio

Something I remember being told by an insider recently and how manufacturers sometimes might deal with an issue. There was a piece that had a firmware bug, I can't remember what unit it was but it was a large number of units and something sold...

23 replies | 844 view(s)

May 8, 2021, 04:08 PM

Mr Peabody started a thread Picked Up A Transport in General Audio Discussion

I thought it might be nice to have a transport to have around for playing CD's or if someone brought one over to listen. It takes a good 5 to 10 minutes to rip, or, if my internet went down etc. It wasn't to the point I just had to run out and get...

4 replies | 248 view(s)

May 8, 2021, 03:46 PM

Mr Peabody replied to a thread Does size matter? Capacitors - few big vs many smaller in Computer/Digital Audio

My amp 532h is one that has banks of small caps, typical Levinson amps use the large can type. I need to find the white paper but going from memory the small caps has something to do with speed and type of response. I also notice the amps with...

18 replies | 547 view(s)

May 8, 2021, 03:18 PM

Mr Peabody replied to a thread Known Factory wiring fault in SOME McIntosh MC611 monobloc amps in McIntosh Audio

Mental distress, is a good point. I think most of us go a bit crazy when something isn't right in our system. I know when my amp breaks and has to go into service I lose my mind and start buying other amps and stuff, LOL

23 replies | 844 view(s)

May 7, 2021, 01:33 PM

Mr Peabody replied to a thread Thoughts on Harman Future/present electronics in Harman Luxury Audio Group

To my knowledge Levinson is only OEM in the auto sound but it's their bread & butter. George the 536 & 534 are really good, IMO. If you look at used listings you cantell Levinson may be losing ground, the vintage amps sell for more than the...

4 replies | 245 view(s)

May 7, 2021, 01:23 PM

Mr Peabody replied to a thread Known Factory wiring fault in SOME McIntosh MC611 monobloc amps in McIntosh Audio

Man, I know you guys love you some Mac but give the guy a break. He's only sharing his experience and information. I suspect no recall means the issue is limited or unknown as to how extensive. In addition, keeping an issue like that out of the...

23 replies | 844 view(s)

May 6, 2021, 03:18 PM

Mr Peabody replied to a thread Pass XA160.8 vs Pass X600.8 .... in Pass Labs

Curious if you had the 350.8 checked out. That doesn't sound like typical Pass behavior. I remember Mike saying the 350.8 was the sweetspot in the line, that could have only been referring to sound perhaps.

15 replies | 3033 view(s)

May 6, 2021, 01:04 PM

Mr Peabody started a thread Thoughts on Harman Future/present electronics in Harman Luxury Audio Group

I really had a tough time thinking of a title. It is just my thought or caution. I have noticed that since Harman has acquired Arcam that technology has been implemented into every electronics brand under their umbrella.. JBL now has the Class G...

4 replies | 245 view(s)

May 5, 2021, 10:38 AM

Shadowfax replied to a thread Happy Cinco de Mayo! in General Off Topic Forums

Cheers!

3 replies | 164 view(s)

May 4, 2021, 05:51 PM

Shadowfax replied to a thread Rotel RCD 1572 is a Winner in Computer/Digital Audio

Nuf said! The 1072 is a tank and over performer, BUT, the 1572 is in another league. I was skeptical at first but the more I listen, the more I like. The Fynes are also coming along nicely so Bass and Detail is awesome. The 1072 went up for sale...

3 replies | 177 view(s)

May 4, 2021, 04:23 PM

Mr Peabody replied to a thread Tidal’s New Lossless Tier Says Goodbye to MQA in Computer/Digital Audio

I wonder how Tidal will implement this with current customers. Will they receive a notice to choose the new tier.....

15 replies | 693 view(s)

May 4, 2021, 08:36 AM

Shadowfax replied to a thread Rotel RCD 1572 is a Winner in Computer/Digital Audio

So I have had a few days now to play this baby. I really like it a lot. Compared to the 1072, which was also quite good, there is more detail, more bass, more control, and an overall tube like sound. I have only spun maybe 15 disks so still working...

3 replies | 177 view(s)

May 3, 2021, 06:22 PM

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

9480 replies | 603511 view(s)

May 3, 2021, 11:30 AM

Mr Peabody replied to a thread Jeff Fritz on Magico Vs Revel in General Audio Discussion

Has anyone heard both? It would be an interesting shoot out. I do like the Magico sound. I have yet to hear the Revel 328b but I have not been overly impressed with their new direction in sound.

18 replies | 998 view(s)

May 2, 2021, 04:14 PM

Mr Peabody replied to a thread Hello my name i Robbie im from brazil in Introduce Yourself

Hello & welcome. The owner would have to answer your question. We are an audio gear forum mostly and you may be better served by a forum where musicians hang out.

6 replies | 229 view(s)

May 2, 2021, 04:09 PM

Mr Peabody replied to a thread Legacy Audio? in Speakers

A good friend has Legacy, he had the Focus SE for years and now has theV. I thought the Focus were outstanding for the money, meaning they could hold their own with other brands $20k models. The V set up sounds great, the price is getting up...

7 replies | 379 view(s)

April 30, 2021, 01:19 PM

Mr Peabody replied to a thread Review: Cambridge Audio Edge A Integrated Amplifier: A Complete Package in Integrated Systems

2019 Axpona Cambridge was hyped on their Edge series. They had the Edge pieces driving a smallish set of B&W. I wasn't impressed, it sounded like the Cambridge sound if yu're into that. Maybe side by side with their regular line a difference...

3 replies | 1950 view(s)

April 30, 2021, 08:37 AM

Shadowfax started a thread Rotel RCD 1572 is a Winner in Computer/Digital Audio

My unit showed up yesterday, a day later than original FedUp Tracking. I was on my way out and had no time to deal with it. I unboxed it before bed and it is gorgeous in Silver and matches up with the Luxman nicely. This morning before starting...

3 replies | 177 view(s)

April 29, 2021, 10:24 AM

Shadowfax replied to a thread Brisket in What's Grilling Tonight?

Nice, never did my own but recently started getting it at Mission BBQ. Not the healthiest cut of meat but sure is tasty when done right.

19 replies | 597 view(s)

April 29, 2021, 07:37 AM

Shadowfax replied to a thread What do you hear different using Balanced XLR Cables? in General Audio Discussion

LOL, glad I asked. I am now more confused than when I posted the question. Almost sounds like it is personal opinion and or preference more than anything. I won't sweat it, I will just keep using my old Synergistic Research Kaleidoscope ICs that I...

28 replies | 771 view(s)

April 28, 2021, 02:53 PM

Shadowfax replied to a thread What do you hear different using Balanced XLR Cables? in General Audio Discussion

So are we saying that both the Lux and the Rotel have Balanced connections but not Balanced circuits? I guess both MFGs just added them in case tho opposites component only has XLR connections.

28 replies | 771 view(s)

April 28, 2021, 01:43 PM

Mr Peabody replied to a thread What do you hear different using Balanced XLR Cables? in General Audio Discussion

Hi-fi manufacturers that do not use differentially balanced circuits typically might offer a XLR input/output for convenience but I doubt any audible difference could be heard between the two as the only difference is the connecter.

28 replies | 771 view(s)

April 28, 2021, 11:33 AM

Mr Peabody started a thread Anyone else notice this? in Aurender

Recently I noticed when I open Conductor Tidal is not showing as an option. If I go into settings check streaming options then close settings Tidal will then appear where it normally shows. Anyone else havin this issue? I think it may have...

2 replies | 338 view(s)

April 27, 2021, 12:31 PM

Mr Peabody replied to a thread Danny Richie tears apart the Dynaudio Special 40s in Dynaudio Speakers

I find this very surprising. I wonder if it's du to the current ownership. I believe 3.4's would be under the original Dynaudio though, depends on which version I suppose. I've heard stories of the original designer scrapping prototypes because...

8 replies | 545 view(s)

April 27, 2021, 09:26 AM

Shadowfax replied to a thread What do you hear different using Balanced XLR Cables? in General Audio Discussion

I just looked up the specs of both the Rotel and my Luxman and both say Balanced XLR. I don't think I will drop a bunch of cash to find out so maybe I can find someone to loan me a pair for a test first.

28 replies | 771 view(s)

April 26, 2021, 01:07 PM

Shadowfax started a thread What do you hear different using Balanced XLR Cables? in General Audio Discussion

I have never had gear that utilized Balanced XLR connections until now. My Luxman has one input and the Rotel 1572 has both RCA and Balanced XLR outputs. Is there a big difference or is it a preference?

28 replies | 771 view(s)

April 26, 2021, 10:32 AM

Shadowfax replied to a thread Beware of smart TVs in General Off Topic Forums

The tin foil hat only works if your holding the Rabbit Ears

32 replies | 771 view(s)

April 26, 2021, 07:21 AM

Shadowfax replied to a thread Beware of smart TVs in General Off Topic Forums

We do nothing personal on-line aside from a few mail orders here and there. Everything else is done in Paper and by snail mail, No Email. So I may be rare, nothing on-line and no smartphone. But, when the power goes out and I need proof of...

32 replies | 771 view(s)

April 26, 2021, 07:18 AM

Shadowfax replied to a thread Beware of smart TVs in General Off Topic Forums

I do not yet have a Smartphone aside from an iPhone from work for 2 factor authentication of two Pharma customer databases and systems and I run VPNs on my PCs and keep a pretty low footprint.

32 replies | 771 view(s)

April 25, 2021, 07:08 PM

Shadowfax replied to a thread Beware of smart TVs in General Off Topic Forums

You think your phone is any different than the TVs? Worse

32 replies | 771 view(s)

April 24, 2021, 11:21 AM

Shadowfax replied to a thread Is Teac trickle down from Esoteric? Teac PD-501HR CD Player in Computer/Digital Audio

I ordered the Rotel 1572 last night.

4 replies | 239 view(s)

April 23, 2021, 05:18 PM

Mr Peabody replied to a thread Hello from the Netherlands. in Introduce Yourself

Hello & welcome. Nice system

4 replies | 255 view(s)

April 23, 2021, 02:09 PM

Mr Peabody replied to a thread Is Teac trickle down from Esoteric? Teac PD-501HR CD Player in Computer/Digital Audio

The Esoteric and TEAC relation has always baffled me. They are opposite ends of the market. When I worked audio we used to sell their cassette decks and some were very good. The rest of their gear was always in that entry level range. The...

4 replies | 239 view(s)

April 23, 2021, 01:30 PM

Mr Peabody replied to a thread Known Factory wiring fault in SOME McIntosh MC611 monobloc amps in McIntosh Audio

That had to be maddening. Thankfully, your dealer and tech listened to you and helped to locate the issue.

23 replies | 844 view(s)

April 23, 2021, 01:21 PM

Mr Peabody replied to a thread Listening at Suncoast in General Audio Discussion

Just curious why not Pass monos with the pre? I suspect the Classe to be not so polite for Rock which could be a benefit..

35 replies | 1545 view(s)

April 22, 2021, 08:53 PM

Mechnutt replied to a thread Lanie Gardner Fleetwood Mac in Music Forum

Apparently she signed a recording deal with Jonas Entertainment group a few days after that video was released. Mick Fleetwood even thinks she is great. If I was 17 again, I think I would have a crush on her like I did for Steve Nicks back in the...

4 replies | 280 view(s)

April 22, 2021, 02:40 PM

Shadowfax replied to a thread Economy and Finance Thread in General Off Topic Forums

Can it be discussed without Politics? I doubt it. They are devaluing the dollar to the point of collapse to put forth the Great Reset. Invest in Physical Gold and Silver and watch Crypto. The Central Bank recently announced their own version of...

53 replies | 997 view(s)

April 22, 2021, 01:19 PM

Shadowfax started a thread Is Teac trickle down from Esoteric? Teac PD-501HR CD Player in Computer/Digital Audio

Still kicking around what CD player to get if not the Rotel CD-1572 for $1k or under and I came across this little Teac PD-501HR CD Player. I do not have all the formats it plays but it looks interesting. Several decent reviews too. Is a...

4 replies | 239 view(s)

April 22, 2021, 12:58 AM

Mechnutt started a thread Lanie Gardner Fleetwood Mac in Music Forum

I don't know if this video or singer has been posted here but I just became aware of her and I am mesmerized by her voice. And what a great smile while performing. Her voice is a near Stevie Nicks clone. Lanie Gardner - Dreams by Fleetwood Mac...

4 replies | 280 view(s)

April 21, 2021, 01:12 PM

Shadowfax replied to a thread Ave Maria (Schubert) in Music Forum

Awesome! This is a fav of my Italian wife's and sends chills up my arms when I hear good versions. I have always liked the version in the Stereophile Test CD 2. Franz Schubert: Ave Maria (DDD) 4:35 Takaoki Sugitani (violin), William "Pat"...

10 replies | 350 view(s)

April 21, 2021, 01:08 PM

Shadowfax replied to a thread Fyne Audio F502SP Review Thread in Fyne Audio

Coming up on about 300 hours now. Things have and still appear to be changing. The Punchiness seems to have backed off some, or I am now more used to it....I am thinking both. I have had to re-learn how to listen since these speakers are so...

6 replies | 600 view(s)

Mr Peabody
Senior Member

Mini Statistics

More 5 Friends

Jack in Wilmington

topspeed

Garybart

Shadowfax

Mechnutt

Recent Visitors

Basic Information

About Mr Peabody

Signature

Statistics

Total Posts

General Information

5 Friends

Garybart

Jack in Wilmington

Mechnutt

Shadowfax

topspeed

May 13, 2021

May 10, 2021

May 9, 2021

May 8, 2021

May 7, 2021

May 6, 2021

May 2, 2021

April 29, 2021

April 28, 2021

April 23, 2021

April 20, 2021

April 16, 2021

Mr Peabody Senior Member

Mini Statistics

More 5 Friends

Recent Visitors

Basic Information

About Mr Peabody

Signature

Statistics

Total Posts

General Information

5 Friends

May 13, 2021

May 10, 2021

May 9, 2021

May 8, 2021

May 7, 2021

May 6, 2021

May 2, 2021

April 29, 2021

April 28, 2021

April 23, 2021

April 20, 2021

April 16, 2021

Mr Peabody
Senior Member