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  • Mike's Avatar
    Today, 09:09 AM
    Mike started a thread What did you expect? in General Audio Discussion
    Why manufacturers continue to entertain working with this guy is beyond me. He trashed NAIM and now he’s trashing McIntosh. This is a guy who dabbles in budget receivers, TV’s and trashing vinyl. Mind boggling. Is HIGH END Home Theater a...
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    September 28, 2023, 04:56 PM
    Mike started a thread Suncoast Audio Launches “The Powered By Pass Program” in Pass Labs 
    Suncoast Audio Program Powered by Pass In partnership with Pass Labs, Suncoast Audio proudly announces the Suncoast Powered By Pass Program. This exciting program fills a role recently created in the market for the fans of Pass Labs. ...
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    September 27, 2023, 11:58 AM
    puroagave replied to a thread Magico Pricing in Magico
    During the Carter administration I recall one could earn 12% or more on CDs and about the same on a MM but we had runaway inflation too.
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    September 27, 2023, 08:28 AM
    Mike replied to a thread Magico Pricing in Magico
    A 10 year average has nothing to do with current realities, or in this case, the past 24 months. The past two years inflation has gone from 1.5% to 8%. The CPI average has risen nearly 13% in the past 2 years. Butter and Eggs have risen 51% and...
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    September 26, 2023, 07:18 PM
    Mike replied to a thread Magico Pricing in Magico
    Has anyone for half a second stopped to think of things a different way with respect to the new S3? The reality is, the new S3 is FAR closer to an M3 than it’s predecessor. Diamond coated beryllium tweeter, far heavier speaker with higher grade...
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    September 26, 2023, 08:21 AM
    Randy Myers replied to a thread Is MQA Fading Away? in General Audio Discussion
    To me it is an irrelevant conversation. I do not stream (surprise, there are some of us out there). I have a hard enough time deciding what to listen to from my own 400 or so vinyl albums and 1200 or so digital albums on my server. To me the...
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    September 25, 2023, 05:20 PM
    Mike replied to a thread Magico Pricing in Magico
    Cables I’ll leave alone. But generally, everything is affected by inflation. Everything. The bulk dog food we buy was always $99. For years. It’s now $140. It went $120, $130, $140. Inflation is the biggest middle class tax. Look at the price...
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    September 25, 2023, 11:18 AM
    Mike replied to a thread Magico Pricing in Magico
    The ongoing effects of runaway inflation are causing a distortion in our price perception. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro
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    September 23, 2023, 12:37 PM
    puroagave replied to a thread Magico Pricing in Magico
    you're not taking into account uncontrolable costs. Industrial property rents in California have literally doubled in the last five years, its now just as expensive as class-b office space on a PSF basis. Add to that, Magico is in Hayword, one of...
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    September 23, 2023, 07:58 AM
    Randy Myers started a thread Furry Music Lover in Music Forum
    Marleigh wanted to start the day with a little Black Sabbath. Who am I to say no :). Yes, she does have her own chair in the music room :).
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    September 21, 2023, 02:23 PM
    Gene replied to a thread Is MQA Fading Away? in General Audio Discussion
    Opps!... I must have been sound asleep since 2014 and missed all the fuss.... too busy really enjoying vinyl.
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    September 21, 2023, 06:59 AM
    Gene replied to a thread Magico Pricing in Magico
    While i understand the frustration some express about the price of some products, I get reminded every time i play a piece of music ,why i payed ,what i payed, for my Magico's. Did I pay too much?... I don,t know,maybe... but frankly, I don't care....
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    September 20, 2023, 07:40 PM
    Mike replied to a thread Luxman 509z arrives in Luxman
    It sure is pretty! LOL. We haven’t connected it. We’ve been busy with demos. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro
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    September 19, 2023, 05:27 PM
    Mike replied to a thread New Magico S3’s arrive! in Magico
    Oh yeah. It’s not as good as M3, but it’s amazing. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro
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    September 19, 2023, 04:54 PM
    Mike started a thread Luxman 509z arrives in Luxman
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    September 19, 2023, 04:23 PM
    Mike replied to a thread New Magico S3’s arrive! in Magico
    The New Magico S3 with Pass INT-250 and MSB Discrete DAC - YouTube Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro
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    September 19, 2023, 03:42 PM
    Mike replied to a thread New Magico S3’s arrive! in Magico
    Our pair has now been playing for nearly 2 weeks. 24/7. They are so so so enjoyable. A real slightly warm, very organic, natural sound. As good as the previous iterations of the S3 were, these are clearly superior in every conceivable...
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    September 18, 2023, 10:24 PM
    Randy Myers replied to a poll What type of amps do you use? Tube? Solid State? Both? Hybrid? in General Audio Discussion
    I am all solid state now. I have tried many of all types over the years. McIntosh solid state does the trick for me! PS. I do have a Fender tube guitar amplifier :).
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    September 18, 2023, 06:27 PM
    Mike replied to a thread Clarisys Pics in Clarisys Audio
    Thank you! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro
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    September 18, 2023, 03:44 PM
    Mike replied to a thread Clarisys Pics in Clarisys Audio
    I was offered a white background and I didn’t want it. I like the black background. What’s funny is that the online/print mags are asking for “glam shots” to accompany the reviews. Guess they don’t like my poor iPhone photos. Sent...
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    September 17, 2023, 04:53 PM
    Mike replied to a thread Very Worthwhile Upgrade! in MSB
    Looking good!! Congrats!! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro
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    September 16, 2023, 01:25 PM
    Mike replied to a thread Clarisys Pics in Clarisys Audio
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    September 16, 2023, 01:25 PM
    Mike replied to a thread Clarisys Pics in Clarisys Audio
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    September 16, 2023, 01:24 PM
    Mike started a thread Clarisys Pics in Clarisys Audio
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    September 14, 2023, 01:06 PM
    Mike started a thread Shunyata Denali 6000 sale! in Shunyata Research
    Denali 6000T v2 & Alpha XC Retail Price $9300 Promotion Price: $6500 Denali 6000T v2 & Sigma XC Retail Price $10,250 Promotion Price: $7,500 Contact Suncoast Audio immediately (as supplies last).
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    September 13, 2023, 08:40 PM
    puroagave replied to a thread Decware in Integrated Systems
    sounds more like Stockholm Syndrome, you tell yourself its going to be great and its worth the abuse. Life's too short and theres a TON of other gear ready now for the taking.
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    September 13, 2023, 08:48 AM
    Myles B. Astor started a thread Four Must-Have Reel-to-Reel Tapes! in Positive Feedback
    Reel-To-Reel Tape - Positive Feedback
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    September 12, 2023, 03:07 PM
    Mike replied to a thread VAC Signature iQ200 in VAC
    Yes, the monos will ruin you! They are sooooooo good. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro
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    September 12, 2023, 02:15 PM
    Mike replied to a thread VAC Signature iQ200 in VAC
    I completely agree! They’re one of two of my favorite amps in the store. And clearly the Master 300’s are best looking! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro
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    September 11, 2023, 11:13 PM
    Randy Myers replied to a thread Cornwall 4 speakers - 6 feet apart to far? in Speakers
    Love the Mc! McIntosh and Klipsch was a very popular combination. I always liked McIntosh and KEF; a completely different combo :).
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    September 11, 2023, 01:26 PM
    Randy Myers replied to a thread McIntosh 12000 - Thinking about buying a used one in McIntosh Audio 
    Ouch... now that is just cruel. We all know that corn growing does not make a sound... :P
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    September 11, 2023, 01:02 PM
    Mike started a thread Hegel H600 Review in Hegel
    Review: Hegel H600 | H600: Power Plant With Super Resolution Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro
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    September 11, 2023, 08:39 AM
    Randy Myers replied to a thread Melissa Menago new solo album in Music Forum
    The new solo album is also very good. She has a really great voice and very nice presentation!
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    September 11, 2023, 08:37 AM
    Randy Myers replied to a thread Burmester in General Audio Discussion
    Burmester looks like amazing gear. I have never had a chance to listen to their home audio :(... however both or our vehicles have Burmester systems in them. By far the finest automotive audio systems I have ever heard!
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    September 10, 2023, 07:15 PM
    Mike replied to a thread Aurender Conductor 4 Released in Aurender
    Make sure the old app isn’t open Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro
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    September 10, 2023, 06:50 PM
    Mike replied to a thread Aurender Conductor 4 Released in Aurender
    Download it from the App Store. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro
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    September 10, 2023, 04:29 PM
    Mike replied to a thread Aurender Conductor 4 Released in Aurender
    It is the same. It’s only missing from the menu. But it’s all there. N30SA Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Pro
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    September 10, 2023, 03:40 PM
    Mike replied to a thread Aurender Conductor 4 Released in Aurender
    Conductor is for all models. N30SA – Aurender America Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro
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    September 10, 2023, 02:24 PM
    Mike started a thread Aurender Conductor 4 Released in Aurender
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  • Randy Myers's Avatar
    September 10, 2023, 09:40 AM
    Randy Myers replied to a thread New McIntosh Integrated Amplifiers in McIntosh Audio 
    I am a big fan of the "British Sound". I have been a fan/owner of KEF speakers for a long time now. If space and budget would allow for it, the Blades (II) would be high on my list. The combo I have is what I have heard KEF reps call the stand...
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    September 10, 2023, 09:24 AM
    Randy Myers replied to a thread Steven Stone again in General Audio Discussion
    My take, yes, the highest end of audio gear is usually better. Yes, some people can afford it and that is cool, however it really is a matter of perspective. Most people I know believe that my system is extremely expensive and super high end. We...
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    September 10, 2023, 09:07 AM
    Randy Myers replied to a thread McIntosh 12000 - Thinking about buying a used one in McIntosh Audio 
    Hehe, there are few Magnolias' while there are Best Buys everywhere. We have two Best Buys here in Wichita, neither of which are Magnolia. In fact, I have never lived in a place where the Best Buy was. When our son lived in the Bay Area there was...
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    September 9, 2023, 01:00 PM
    Mike replied to a thread New Magico S3’s arrive! in Magico
    About 5 or 6 Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro
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    September 9, 2023, 10:15 AM
    Mike replied to a thread New Magico S3’s arrive! in Magico
    It’s officially called “pewter”, now to be called “Graphite Grey”. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Pro
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    September 9, 2023, 09:54 AM
    Mike replied to a thread Steven Stone again in General Audio Discussion
    Oh right. That was one of the two biggest fools on YouTube. So many of these fools trying to make a name for themselves by spouting nonsense and some of them love to spout lies. Heard the biggest fool the other day say “Vitus is bright….but I’ve...
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    September 9, 2023, 09:44 AM
    Mike replied to a thread Steven Stone again in General Audio Discussion
    Was this the fool that trashed NAIM or was that someone else? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro
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    September 8, 2023, 02:54 PM
    Randy Myers replied to a thread McIntosh 12000 - Thinking about buying a used one in McIntosh Audio 
    People go about putting together their system in a variety of ways. People think I am crazy having a pre-amp and amp that are both worth as much as my speakers. However, it is actually a beautiful match. To each their own. I see people saying...
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    September 7, 2023, 10:19 PM
    Myles B. Astor replied to a thread Steven Stone again in General Audio Discussion
    Clickbait.
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    September 6, 2023, 12:04 PM
    Gene replied to a thread New Magico S3’s arrive! in Magico
    Yes...Very nice! Looks like you'll be busy sitting in the sweet spot for a while.
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