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Yesterday, 11:47 PM

TheOctopus replied to a thread The Truth about D/A and A/D conversion and Digital Media Primer in Computer/Digital Audio

While on the topic... Can you handle the truth about dynamic range compression Can you handle the truth about dynamic range compression? - YouTube

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Yesterday, 11:33 PM

TheOctopus replied to a thread The Truth about D/A and A/D conversion and Digital Media Primer in Computer/Digital Audio

I’m not finding the numbers mentioned. The dynamic range of a direct-cut vinyl record may surpass 70 dB. Analog studio master tapes can have a dynamic range of up to 77 dB Comparison of analog and digital recording - Wikipedia

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Yesterday, 09:22 PM

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

Remastered & Pressed at Quality Record Pressings! Mastered by Ryan K. Smith at Sterling Sound From Original Analog Tapes!

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Yesterday, 08:55 PM

TheOctopus replied to a thread The Truth about D/A and A/D conversion and Digital Media Primer in Computer/Digital Audio

I have never seen those numbers before. Can you share the source of this information?

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Yesterday, 08:50 PM

TheOctopus replied to a thread The Truth about D/A and A/D conversion and Digital Media Primer in Computer/Digital Audio

A symphony orchestra playing full out can easily reach 96 to 98 decibels, and certain brass and percussion instruments have registered 130 to 140 at close range. The decibel debate: Sound and the symphony - Chicago Tribune So there is that... ...

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Yesterday, 07:00 PM

TheOctopus replied to a thread The Truth about D/A and A/D conversion and Digital Media Primer in Computer/Digital Audio

Kind of says everything there is to know in one brief paragraph... "Digital can give us even more signal-to-noise and dynamic range, but at a certain point, it’s our analog circuits that just can’t keep up. In theory, 16-bit digital gives us 96...

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Yesterday, 04:05 PM

TheOctopus replied to a thread Speaker suggestions for large room in Speakers

Absolutely. Recreating Space is about pressurizing your acoustic space the way the bass instruments did when the music was captured by the microphone in the acoustic space where the recording took place. To my ears the well setup subs flesh out...

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Yesterday, 03:51 PM

TheOctopus replied to a thread The Truth about D/A and A/D conversion and Digital Media Primer in Computer/Digital Audio

Yes, I recall watching that video which makes perfect sense and thinking, how many articles have I seen that offered the stair sine wave as an explanation why digital sounds less analog compared to the other (inferior types of media). Of course...

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Yesterday, 03:43 PM

Shadowfax replied to a thread introduction in DIY

Welcome aboard, enjoy your stay!

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Yesterday, 03:10 PM

TheOctopus replied to a thread Speaker suggestions for large room in Speakers

I’m an old school purist. No DSP for me. Speakers appropriate for size of the room, some acoustic panels to tame early reflections from walls, floor and ceiling if appropriate and I’m good to go. If bass needs augmenting, a quality sub or...

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Yesterday, 02:13 PM

Shadowfax replied to a thread Equipment Storage in DIY

Sweet! There are also Bamboo Speakers so a good choice of wood. Looks great.

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Yesterday, 01:51 PM

Shadowfax replied to a thread Another Fyne Deal from Mike - F502SPs are ordered in Fyne Audio

So after a good long wait, and some unexpected obstacles along the way, there appears to be a pair on a truck somewhere in or just out of Texas heading to PA. ETA is the 19th if all goes as expected. I am also ending up with a pair in Walnut...

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Yesterday, 01:51 PM

Mikado463 replied to a thread Suncoast Audio adds Rega Turntables & Electronics in Turntables

Congrats Mike ! I got my bro-inlaw back into listening to his records last year with a P3 and Schiit mani phono-pre. To further Stephens point a quality TT/arm/cart set up that doesn't break the bank, is easily configured and pleases ones 'ears'...

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Yesterday, 12:46 PM

TheOctopus replied to a thread Speaker suggestions for large room in Speakers

One of the best systems I had put together over the years had a stereo pair of JL Audio F112s with Sonus Faber Guarneri Mementos stand mounted speakers. The subs were dialed in to perfection with an outboard Bryston crossover that removed the signal...

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January 14, 2021, 11:59 PM

Puma Cat replied to a thread Suncoast Audio adds Rega Turntables & Electronics in Turntables

I'm tellin' ya, that Planar 10 with Apheta 3 cartridge pre-installed for...IIRC, about ~$6695 is no joke.

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January 14, 2021, 09:46 PM

Jack replied to a thread Hello from Central Florida! in Introduce Yourself

Welcome Jason

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January 14, 2021, 08:43 PM

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

Cut by Kevin Gray and Steve Hoffman from the Original Analog Master Tapes! This Incredible Album From the '70s is Now Available on Two 180 Gram 45rpm LPs & Pressed at Pallas! Great German pressing on this one. Best I’ve ever heard it. ...

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January 14, 2021, 07:53 PM

still-one replied to a thread Boulder 508 Phonostage - TAS Review in Boulder Amplifiers

I just received my copy today. I saw the article and will give it a read this weekend.

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January 14, 2021, 07:52 PM

Mike replied to a thread introduction in DIY

Welcome!

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January 14, 2021, 07:46 PM

still-one replied to a thread MAGICO M9’s in Magico

I hope to be able to hear them one day. The design and specs look impressive. Unfortunately another speaker that I would never be comfortable writing a check for. I am glad there are those capable of making that kind of purchase without trepidation.

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January 14, 2021, 07:38 PM

still-one replied to a thread What are you listening to tonight ? in Music Forum

Kari Bremnes - Norwegian Mood

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January 14, 2021, 06:57 PM

Audiophilehi replied to a thread Help Me Pick a Surround Pre-Amp/Processor in Home Theater & Video

Hi Mike...the NAD looks nice but is a bit over my budget.

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January 14, 2021, 06:56 PM

Audiophilehi replied to a thread Help Me Pick a Surround Pre-Amp/Processor in Home Theater & Video

I would like to keep in around $4,000 or lower.

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January 14, 2021, 06:47 PM

Mike replied to a thread Help Me Pick a Surround Pre-Amp/Processor in Home Theater & Video

I’m very happy with mine: M17 V2 - NAD Electronics I have the NAD in the family room and the Trinnov in the Home Theater. The NAD is a great performer, better than the Marantz I previously had.

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January 14, 2021, 06:45 PM

Mike replied to a thread MAGICO M9’s in Magico

M9 — Magico Loudspeakers

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January 14, 2021, 05:45 PM

still-one replied to a thread What are you listening to tonight ? in Music Forum

Santana - Caravansari

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January 14, 2021, 04:49 PM

TheOctopus replied to a thread MQA: That Sounds Good. To Me. in Computer/Digital Audio

If the music and its emotional pull on the soul could only be derived from and enjoyed on, a top notch recording being played on a mega buck system, it would be inaccessible to 99.9% of the population and would cease to exist. If you love music,...

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January 14, 2021, 04:19 PM

Audiophilehi replied to a thread Help Me Pick a Surround Pre-Amp/Processor in Home Theater & Video

Thanks Jeff!

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January 14, 2021, 04:03 PM

joeinid replied to a thread MQA: That Sounds Good. To Me. in Computer/Digital Audio

I listen to music, not MQA. I even stream 320kbps music and thoroughly enjoy it too. I’m not one to obsess about only the highest quality streams. I listen to it all. I try and get my system to sound great with everything, not just the most perfect...

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January 14, 2021, 03:46 PM

Audiophilehi replied to a thread Help Me Pick a Surround Pre-Amp/Processor in Home Theater & Video

Thanks Jeff.... I’m a big fan of Monoprice. I’ve been purchasing from them for many years. I’ve always been hesitant to purchase anything electronic from them just because I never listened to any of their products. However the Monoprice Monolith...

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January 14, 2021, 03:21 PM

joeinid replied to a thread MQA: That Sounds Good. To Me. in Computer/Digital Audio

I like/love MQA. I love Qobuz, both regular and hi res. Having or not having MQA is not a deal breaker but if available, I’ll happily take it. As for the article, it proves nothing. Just like some reviews that I’ve read. You can’t rely on others...

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January 14, 2021, 02:20 PM

TheOctopus replied to a thread MQA: That Sounds Good. To Me. in Computer/Digital Audio

Like everything else in Audio, "You are entitled to your own opinion, but not your own set of facts". As I already mentioned elsewhere, the Tidal and MQA can sound great to some ears depending on their preferred genre of music and taste in...

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January 14, 2021, 02:17 PM

Mike replied to a thread MQA: That Sounds Good. To Me. in Computer/Digital Audio

Funny, the ones who say they don’t care about MQA, insist on having it as part of the alphabet soup when buying a new DAC. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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January 14, 2021, 02:14 PM

TheOctopus replied to a thread Which TurnTable - 50K range? in Turntables

SME is a solid choice. I was very happy with the 20/2/V arm and in case it wasn't already mentioned the German made TW-Acustic tables are fantastic.

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January 14, 2021, 02:01 PM

joeinid replied to a thread MQA: That Sounds Good. To Me. in Computer/Digital Audio

It’s great, but more important to know what you think. You’re the reviewer. I’m just a consumer.

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January 14, 2021, 01:30 PM

Mike replied to a thread Esoteric XD Series in Esoteric

You’ll thank me later. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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January 14, 2021, 01:01 PM

Audiophilehi started a thread Help Me Pick a Surround Pre-Amp/Processor in Home Theater & Video

So for 2021 I'll be looking to upgrade my Marantz AV8801. My TV and Oppo UDP-205 are 4K and would like to finish it off with a new AV Pre/Pro. I very happy with my Marantz AV8801 so I'm leaning on sticking with the Marantz brand but I could be...

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January 14, 2021, 12:42 PM

joeinid started a thread MQA: That Sounds Good. To Me. in Computer/Digital Audio

MQA: That Sounds Good. To Me. | Twittering Machines

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January 14, 2021, 11:56 AM

Shadowfax replied to a thread Control TV Commercial sound levels sound bar in Speaker Reviews

Sorry, I thought this is what you were looking for Output Leveling Press this button to prevent large changes in volume. When engaged, it boosts quiet dialog and lowers the output of loud commercial breaks. It also reduces volume swings...

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January 14, 2021, 11:00 AM

TheOctopus replied to a thread Qobuz And Tidal vs Spotify in Computer/Digital Audio

Qobuz over Tidal but I still have both for now. Whether one prefers Qobuz or Tidal can easily be the genre of music they listen to most or the balance of their system’ Qobuz is a more laid back presentation that sounds smoother and more analog...

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January 14, 2021, 10:22 AM

still-one replied to a thread The 25 Best Neil Young Songs: Staff Picks in Music Forum

The best Neil Young songs are always the ones covered by other artists.

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January 14, 2021, 10:17 AM

joeinid started a thread The 25 Best Neil Young Songs: Staff Picks in Music Forum

The 25 Best Neil Young Songs: Staff Picks

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January 14, 2021, 09:33 AM

Shadowfax replied to a thread Suncoast Audio adds Rega Turntables & Electronics in Turntables

Congrats on the new line. I like my P3.

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January 14, 2021, 09:15 AM

Mike replied to a thread Esoteric XD Series in Esoteric

I’m still playing with the filters, but 4fs is my fave so far. I’m also anxiously waiting for Roon certification too. Even though I hate the bugginess of Roon and realize it may not be sonically the best, it will be the best option for the...

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January 14, 2021, 08:34 AM

Mike replied to a thread Esoteric XD Series in Esoteric

So much of that going on with the used market right now. It’s really annoying. The historically speaking there wasn’t always a major difference between the K1 and K3. But with the XD series, there is a significant difference between the...

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January 14, 2021, 01:05 AM

fathead replied to a thread Impressive first listen - Esoteric K01XD in Esoteric

Built like a tank , very nice

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January 13, 2021, 09:32 PM

Puma Cat replied to a thread Suncoast Audio adds Rega Turntables & Electronics in Turntables

Oh...you don't know the half of it. :happy:

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January 13, 2021, 09:29 PM

Puma Cat replied to a thread Suncoast Audio adds Rega Turntables & Electronics in Turntables

Wonderful news! Rega is great brand. Congratulations, Mike! I have the amazing Rega Planar 10 in presently for review at TAS. I think setup took all of 10 minutes.

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January 13, 2021, 08:45 PM

Mike replied to a thread Suncoast Audio adds Rega Turntables & Electronics in Turntables

And they supply tables quickly (like 3 days).

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January 13, 2021, 08:12 PM

Mike replied to a thread Suncoast Audio adds Rega Turntables & Electronics in Turntables

The setup shown (and in the video) is UNDER $6K MSRP. Killa!

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