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Today, 02:59 PM

Mr Peabody started a thread Aragon is back in Amplifiers

I could be the only one who didn't realize this. They only have a set of monoblocks and a stereo amp, called Titanium. I suppose you have to start somewhere. I would have expected a preamp, guessing they wanting to get going and I'm sure generate...

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Today, 02:49 PM

Shadowfax replied to a thread Hello from Australia in Introduce Yourself

Welcome aboard, enjoy your stay

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Today, 01:48 PM

Mr Peabody replied to a thread New AXPONA 2021 Date Announced in AXPONA

received an email today, AXPONA is scheduled for 10/29 to 10312021.

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Today, 01:41 PM

Mr Peabody replied to a thread Hello from Australia in Introduce Yourself

Welcome

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February 26, 2021, 01:14 PM

Shadowfax started a thread Fyne Audio F502SP Review Thread in Fyne Audio

I had been hunting for a new pair of speakers for a while. I sold my Clearfield Continentals, but still have my 20 y/o Dynaudio 82s that I always loved but they lack top end that the CFs had. The CFs lacked in Bass. I was looking for something to...

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February 25, 2021, 06:04 PM

Mr Peabody replied to a thread Could it be I don't care for Class A in General Audio Discussion

You think that much.... hmmm. If that is the case it isn't class A that's the issue then. The amp doesn't get very warm to have class A bias.

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February 25, 2021, 05:58 PM

Mr Peabody replied to a thread Could it be I don't care for Class A in General Audio Discussion

I looked at that Marantz pair back when but couldn't find reviews or much said about them. I'd like to hear what the ATI Class D sound like.

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February 25, 2021, 02:08 PM

Mr Peabody replied to a thread Hello, from London ! in Introduce Yourself

Hello & welcome. Many members show their gear in their signature. I know a few have Esoteric. Checking Mike's line card he is also a dealer.

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February 25, 2021, 02:04 PM

Mr Peabody replied to a thread Fremer's Generac problem--whole-house generators and SQ in General Audio Discussion

I wonder what pollution the generator injects into the wiring that a power conditioner or regenerator couldn't cure? I'm not that familiar with the generator system. I looked into some type of system at one point, they told me I'd have to...

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February 25, 2021, 08:28 AM

Shadowfax replied to a thread Hello, from London ! in Introduce Yourself

Welcome aboard. London is my favorite city. Lowlanders on Drury Lane??

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February 24, 2021, 01:52 PM

Mr Peabody replied to a thread Spotify HiFi is coming in Computer/Digital Audio

I wonder if Qobuz membership dropped, I saw a comparison last year giving them higher numbers. I think they could hang on as a nitch with offering high res. I don't see them and Spotify competing for the same type customer. Shockingly low...

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February 24, 2021, 09:01 AM

Shadowfax replied to a thread Integration of 2 channel into existing hime theater in General Audio Discussion

I do what you are looking to do. I use my main 2 channel system as the Fronts to my HT. Items in your price range would be what I am using now, Luxman Integrated and Fyne speakers. My HT is an Integra unit, lower budget at the time. I still use...

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February 22, 2021, 06:46 PM

Mr Peabody replied to a thread Spotify HiFi is coming in Computer/Digital Audio

I think Spotify becoming lossless is significant as they have a large existing customer base. How much is Spotify Premium? Tidal may struggle being the most expensive of all the services.

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February 22, 2021, 12:23 PM

Mr Peabody replied to a thread Volti in Speakers

It is class A but look at the Schiit Alger, not sure spelled correctly, a friend says it is supposed to be crazy good for cheap. Unfortunately, I have not heard one yet but Lejonklou is said to be extremely musical. Lejonklou I like the...

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February 22, 2021, 10:24 AM

Shadowfax replied to a thread Fyne Audio F1-10 in Fyne Audio

It sounds like similar characteristics are observed no matter what model of Fyne. Crystal sharp vocals and percussion, the amount of Bass response and the Walnut Finnish. Also the live sound, I was used to the band being up there on the stage but...

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February 21, 2021, 06:06 PM

Mr Peabody replied to a thread Volti in Speakers

Congrats, sounds like expectations were exceeded. Volti and Sadurni are a couple of my favorite horn speakers.

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February 21, 2021, 05:59 PM

Mr Peabody replied to a thread Marten speakers in Speakers

Welcome. I heard the $100k model at Axpona and didn't like them at all. Again, this was at a show, maybe being in the sweet spot is critical for the brand or positioning needed tweaking.

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February 21, 2021, 01:33 PM

Mr Peabody replied to a thread Integration of 2 channel into existing hime theater in General Audio Discussion

Paradigm benefits from an amp that can produce current. I would recommend a Parasound A21 or perhaps a Bryston 3b. The addition of a power amp will help but it will be limted by the performance of the Yamaha's preamp section.

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February 21, 2021, 01:29 PM

Mr Peabody replied to a thread Integration of 2 channel into existing hime theater in General Audio Discussion

Also, welcome to the forums. This thought: "My RXA2 reciever has one preout for the main channel and if connected to a much higher quality integrated and/or component 2 channel system I would have the benefit of the streaming services and even...

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February 21, 2021, 12:51 PM

Mr Peabody replied to a thread Integration of 2 channel into existing hime theater in General Audio Discussion

The Pass is easy enough, pre-out from Marantz into XP20 by pass. This will make the Pass pre/power a slave to the Marantz for home theater. When bypass is off the Pass system will drive the TAD's for 2-channel. The Yamaha will be the same...

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February 19, 2021, 01:10 PM

Shadowfax replied to a thread Posting Prices Publicly in General Audio Discussion

And for anyone interested in that price point, Mike can put together this Luxman 505UXII Fyne 502SPs Rega P6 (I have a P3) Some cables One of the best $10K systems out there and simple. As far as the markup and crazy pricing goes...

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February 19, 2021, 11:35 AM

Shadowfax started a thread Meet Fyne Audio in Fyne Audio

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February 19, 2021, 10:42 AM

Shadowfax replied to a thread Fyne Audio F1-10 in Fyne Audio

94DB-8ohms F1-10 Floorstanding Speaker | Hi-Fi - FYNE AUDIO

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February 18, 2021, 12:03 PM

Shadowfax replied to a thread Fyne Audio F1-10 in Fyne Audio

Each size comes with multiple threaded studs depending on the speaker. I used the G3s an 1/4-20 standard threads on my Fynes. I think the G1s fit yours.

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February 18, 2021, 11:57 AM

Shadowfax replied to a thread Fyne Audio F1-10 in Fyne Audio

Thanks Mike, I could use them on the SPs :)

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February 18, 2021, 11:36 AM

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

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February 18, 2021, 11:32 AM

Shadowfax replied to a thread Fyne Audio F1-10 in Fyne Audio

Mike, can you explain in layman's terms exactly what those knobs do please?

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February 17, 2021, 06:50 PM

Shadowfax replied to a thread Fyne Audio F1-10 in Fyne Audio

Finally! Congrats, hope you really enjoy them. Check out the veneer to see if they used consecutive slices. They should look almost identical. Play lots of Marcus Miller and Victor Wooten to speed up breakin :)

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February 16, 2021, 06:50 PM

Mr Peabody replied to a thread Leaving Components On Continuously in General Audio Discussion

Like Here Here I had a processor blown from lightning when it was off, so unplugging is only safe way, unless you trust your power protection. My Pass pre stayed on all the time, no power switch. I left my Pass power amp on as well, it was...

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February 15, 2021, 11:32 PM

Mechnutt replied to a thread Leaving Components On Continuously in General Audio Discussion

I also turn my Pass X250 off with power button. My Luxman DAC is also turned off as recommended in the manual.

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February 15, 2021, 01:04 PM

Mechnutt replied to a thread Tidal Misleading Listeners ??? (Neil Young on why he's no longer on Tidal) in General Audio Discussion

NY also states that his Masters sound better than the MQA versions. He claims that he can hear a difference. I find it very interesting that he can hear a difference. I guess he should know since he recorded the music. I have been considering...

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February 15, 2021, 12:32 AM

Mr Peabody replied to a thread Tidal Misleading Listeners ??? (Neil Young on why he's no longer on Tidal) in General Audio Discussion

I wonder if there was both NY's original 44.1k as well as the MQA version? If so I'd say let the listener choose. However, I can see the artistic purist view as well. It's a bit of a pain but if I have a choice of versions I will listen to all...

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February 14, 2021, 08:14 PM

Jack in Wilmington replied to a thread HDMI Cables in Video

I upgraded my HDMI cable from the cable box to the receiver and from the receiver to the TV. I wonder if there is a difference?

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February 12, 2021, 06:21 PM

Shadowfax replied to a thread Best shipping boxes in Speakers

I have the boxes for every pc of electronics and speakers I bought in the attic. The boxes for the new Fynes just made it thru the opening.

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February 12, 2021, 01:22 PM

Shadowfax replied to a thread Chick Corea Passed Away in General Audio Discussion

Listening to No Mystery now, Romantic Warrior is up next

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February 12, 2021, 01:04 PM

Jack in Wilmington replied to a thread HDMI Cables in Video

Most of my cables were either HDMI 1.3 or 1.4 when I upgraded my HT gear I realized that I needed 2.0 or higher to get anything in 4K. I wound up upgrading everything including my receiver, BluRay player, and Roku.

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February 12, 2021, 09:50 AM

Shadowfax started a thread They did not think this through in General Audio Discussion

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February 12, 2021, 09:03 AM

Shadowfax replied to a thread Chick Corea Passed Away in General Audio Discussion

Return to Forever, Chick!

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February 12, 2021, 08:52 AM

Shadowfax replied to a thread RIP Chick Corea in Music Forum

Return to Forever, Chick!

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February 11, 2021, 05:14 PM

Jack in Wilmington replied to a thread HDMI Cables in Video

I went with Audioquest Cinnamon 48

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February 11, 2021, 04:01 PM

Garybart replied to a thread Considering 3 different amps to upgrade. in General Audio Discussion

I do really love the 330a but I would like a little more kick in the bottom end. I’m really not a big fan of Classe but maybe I’ll take a look at the Pass x250.8. Thanks for the idea.

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February 11, 2021, 01:20 PM

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

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February 11, 2021, 11:26 AM

Garybart started a thread Considering 3 different amps to upgrade. in General Audio Discussion

Right now I have a SimAudio 390 preamp dac streamer and I am using a SimAudio 330a as my amp. Feeding into Wilson Watt Puppy 7’s I’m looking to upgrade my amp. 3 amps that I am considering are the Mark Levinson 534, the SimAudio 860a and also the ...

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February 10, 2021, 06:42 PM

Mr Peabody replied to a thread Does anyone use OFFLINE mode in either Tidal or Qobuz? in Computer/Digital Audio

If offline is offered on the computer ap that would seem to be a good option.

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February 10, 2021, 02:31 PM

Mr Peabody replied to a thread Should I upgrade or not. in General Audio Discussion

Keep in mind those lists are someone's opinion, not definitive, so ifthe Yamaha has everything you need and that's the one you like, then get that one. Yamaha holds their own in the receiver market. I hope that 4k isn't your only reason to...

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February 9, 2021, 01:23 PM

Mr Peabody replied to a thread Does anyone use OFFLINE mode in either Tidal or Qobuz? in Computer/Digital Audio

Hi Peter, when streaming Tidal from Lumin does the unit download the song before playing it, or buffers a portion? The article says that playing the music file offline is superior to streaming it.

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February 8, 2021, 12:20 PM

Mr Peabody started a thread What's your service /supportexperience with Auralic? in Computer/Digital Audio

A friend of mine bought a G2 and is having some issues with it. It's mostly when he upsamples and uses Roon. He gets intermitten volume drops and it doesn't sound as good as an older lower level Auralic model, I think he said he is also getting...

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February 8, 2021, 11:06 AM

Mr Peabody replied to a thread Does anyone use OFFLINE mode in either Tidal or Qobuz? in Computer/Digital Audio

I have not but it seems the only way you'd be able to do that is download to phone or tablet, then playing from those would have limited options that would be inferior to just streaming. I'm far from being the expert though. I am not aware of...

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February 5, 2021, 06:43 PM

Garybart replied to a thread New # 5101 SACD/CD/DAC in Harman Luxury Audio Group

Thank you, that’s how I have it set up so that I can change it back and for. There signatures are so similar that without spending some time listening to one first for a period of time I think that it would be impossible to figure out which one I...

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February 5, 2021, 06:26 PM

Mr Peabody replied to a thread New # 5101 SACD/CD/DAC in Harman Luxury Audio Group

Hi Gary, welcome to the forums. You could establish a digital connection from the 5101 to the 585 so you can quickly go back and forth by switching inputs.

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