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March 26, 2023, 06:29 PM

Puma Cat replied to a thread Clarisys Audio Auditorium Install in Clarisys Audio

Ha! My apologies, Mike, I missed it. I was too absorbed in the photos! 😉🤣 I'll go back and check out your post, thanks!

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March 26, 2023, 05:33 PM

Mike replied to a thread Clarisys Audio Auditorium Install in Clarisys Audio

The opening post. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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March 26, 2023, 05:31 PM

still-one replied to a thread Clarisys Audio Auditorium Install in Clarisys Audio

Never mind, I found some of the gear noted in the first post. I just wasn't familiar with some of the names. Those speakers look great

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March 26, 2023, 03:01 PM

Mike replied to a thread Clarisys Audio Auditorium Install in Clarisys Audio

I noted the equipment above. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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March 26, 2023, 02:07 PM

Puma Cat replied to a thread Lumin M1 in Lumin

Now you're really tempting me! From my experience with the P1, I'm very impressed with how well Lumin thinks things through. From the core design parameters, the technologies and engineering approaches embodied to provide the various...

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March 26, 2023, 01:31 PM

Puma Cat replied to a thread Clarisys Audio Auditorium Install in Clarisys Audio

Beautiful set-up, Mike! Thanks for posting the photos.... I also note what looks to be LampiZator DAC. Horizon, perhaps?

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March 26, 2023, 01:08 PM

the professor replied to a thread Clarisys Audio Auditorium Install in Clarisys Audio

I notice that you were behind the camera when the heavy lifting was being done. LOL Great setup!!!

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March 26, 2023, 11:22 AM

Mike replied to a thread Clarisys Audio Auditorium Install in Clarisys Audio

Go. Not needed. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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March 26, 2023, 11:15 AM

joeinid replied to a thread Clarisys Audio Auditorium Install in Clarisys Audio

Beautiful setup!

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March 26, 2023, 10:39 AM

veindoc replied to a thread Clarisys Audio Auditorium Install in Clarisys Audio

Gorgeous. Did corner tube traps stay or go? Did they enhance or detract from bass imaging?

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March 26, 2023, 09:40 AM

Mikado463 replied to a thread Best Pure Musical Amplifiers (power not important) in Amplifiers

all subjective of course, well, with the exception of the 'measuring' !

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March 26, 2023, 09:35 AM

Mikado463 replied to a thread Best Pure Musical Amplifiers (power not important) in Amplifiers

Class B amps, so I was lead to believe were primarily used for PA systems ? I know of no credible 'musical' amp that operates as such. Most Class A/B amps operate with an amount of initial bias into Class A before operating in A/B. Perhaps that is...

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March 26, 2023, 08:48 AM

Mike replied to a thread Clarisys Audio Auditorium Install in Clarisys Audio

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March 26, 2023, 08:47 AM

Mike started a thread Clarisys Audio Auditorium Install in Clarisys Audio

The first North American Clarisys Audio Auditorium install took place in North Carolina this weekend. My amazing crew and with the help of Florián Wiegand from Clarisys, the install was a resounding success. The gracious customer has a wonderful...

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March 25, 2023, 09:16 PM

Jack replied to a thread New DAC is here!! in General Audio Discussion

Based on my Aqua experience you may still feel that way at 300 hrs for the SS section.

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March 25, 2023, 04:49 PM

Mike replied to a thread New DAC is here!! in General Audio Discussion

So the manufacturer is wrong? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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March 25, 2023, 03:13 PM

Puma Cat replied to a thread Lumin M1 in Lumin

Just digessing a bit here, but Lumin's AMP looks very impressive; I've thought about getting one, actually. Excellent and very well thought-through design with a very high level of execution. Fully dual-mono and fully DC-coupled...👍

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March 25, 2023, 02:22 PM

Mike replied to a thread New DAC is here!! in General Audio Discussion

Tubes + Ladders on the aqua take time. Some folks think break in is BS. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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March 24, 2023, 07:41 PM

Puma Cat replied to a thread Lumin App for Windows 11 for PC in Lumin

Excellent! Enjoy your X1!

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March 24, 2023, 11:18 AM

Shadowfax replied to a thread New DAC is here!! in General Audio Discussion

:popcorn: Is a Hockey Game gonna breakout?

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March 24, 2023, 10:52 AM

Mike replied to a thread New DAC is here!! in General Audio Discussion

You think the Mcintosh is? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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March 23, 2023, 03:20 PM

Mikado463 replied to a thread Let's see your ride in Automobiles, Boats, Bikes & Planes

Porsche, what a loser ................. Porsche billionaire, 79, files for divorce from wife amid her dementia

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March 23, 2023, 02:37 PM

Puma Cat replied to a thread Lumin App for Windows 11 for PC in Lumin

Ozzy, Really pleased to hear you found a solution that works in Windows for use with your X1. Well done!

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March 23, 2023, 10:25 AM

Shadowfax replied to a thread How to Troubleshoot a High-End Audio Ethernet Netwok in Computer/Digital Audio

Well written and broken into logical steps and explanations. Thanks for posting it.

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March 23, 2023, 02:53 AM

Puma Cat replied to a thread Shunyata GEMINI in Shunyata Research

Very cool. This would also be perfect for "remote server rooms"....where one has a router, music server, Ethernet switch, etc. And the fact it has Altaira-like "chassis ground-plane" noise reduction functionality means that you could also connect...

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March 22, 2023, 10:21 PM

Paul replied to a thread Accuphase E-800 in Accuphase

A beautiful system with the Kuzma. I miss my Westies. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

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March 22, 2023, 03:11 PM

Puma Cat replied to a thread If you were going to ride one motorcycle forever... in Automobiles, Boats, Bikes & Planes

Easy...my 5th Gen Honda VFR800. The 5th Gen has an 800cc V-Four engine with 360 degree crank in perfect primary balance with gear-driven cams and shim-under-bucket valve adjustment. This bike was the result Honda's Endurance Roadracing (think...

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March 22, 2023, 02:21 PM

Shadowfax replied to a thread If you were going to ride one motorcycle forever... in Automobiles, Boats, Bikes & Planes

A real beast, but lacks the classic looks

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March 22, 2023, 01:58 PM

Mike replied to a thread Fyne 704's in Fyne Audio

50-100 watts. Something like a VAC Signature 200iQ would be amazing. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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March 22, 2023, 01:34 PM

Shadowfax replied to a thread If you were going to ride one motorcycle forever... in Automobiles, Boats, Bikes & Planes

These old Thumpers were a lot of fun. No battery, just a big blue can. I had a few others before my 75 Norton And my last bike was a new Intruder I had for 6 days before being run down. Sadly that was my last time on 2 wheels.

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March 22, 2023, 12:28 PM

joeinid replied to a thread Capri S2 SC in Jeff Rowland

I’ve not heard the S.C. version but from what I understand, the super capacitor version is supposed to be battery powered like in its operation. It’s supposed to remove the AC from the circuit and provide clean steady state power to enhance the...

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March 22, 2023, 09:51 AM

Shadowfax replied to a thread Post a Picture, a Photograph, an Image, a Drawing.....That you like to share. in Cameras, Photography & Videography

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March 22, 2023, 09:47 AM

Shadowfax replied to a thread If you were going to ride one motorcycle forever... in Automobiles, Boats, Bikes & Planes

I thought it was going to be this one

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March 22, 2023, 01:39 AM

Jack replied to a thread Lumin App for Windows 11 for PC in Lumin

As someone who has owned multiple streamers from Auralic and Lumin I guess I'm a bit confused. If a streamer companies software doesn't meet your "convenience" requirements why did you buy it to start with? If BluOS is your convenience choice in...

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March 21, 2023, 11:37 PM

Mike replied to a thread Finally at home in our new house! in General Audio Discussion

How interesting. These stories are eye opening. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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March 21, 2023, 10:59 PM

Puma Cat replied to a thread Shunyata Launches - ALTAIRA GROUNDING SYSTEM!! in Shunyata Research

Hi Brodric, Yes, the guidance from Shunyata is that if you were to implement a "segmented" system, then you should be using the SG hubs*. Regarding your specific question as to where you would attach a ground cable for the power supply for the SACD...

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March 21, 2023, 03:05 PM

Mike replied to a thread Shunyata Launches - ALTAIRA GROUNDING SYSTEM!! in Shunyata Research

You were a skeptic! Glad you got to experience “the real deal”! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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March 21, 2023, 02:35 PM

Puma Cat replied to a thread Shunyata Launches - ALTAIRA GROUNDING SYSTEM!! in Shunyata Research

Yep... That's why guys were literally freakin' out at the demo Richard of Shunyata did at the initial demo at the Suncoast show last year, in Feb 2022. Mike remembers... And, then again at the show this year... And...it gets EVEN BETTER...

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March 20, 2023, 07:45 PM

Mike replied to a thread New DAC is here!! in General Audio Discussion

Congrats! We love our Aqua LaScala. It’s seriously the best DAC I’ve heard under $10k. R2R + Tubes = yummy. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Pro

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March 20, 2023, 04:48 PM

Audioseduction started a thread Revealing the Custom Built Motor in Automobiles, Boats, Bikes & Planes

I modified the image of my Procharged Mustang to display the hood on and off revealing the 900+HP motor.

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March 20, 2023, 07:14 AM

Shadowfax replied to a thread Hello from Long Island NY in Introduce Yourself

Welcome to the Shark Tank.

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March 20, 2023, 07:13 AM

Shadowfax replied to a thread Hello from IL, USA in Introduce Yourself

Welcome aboard!

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March 19, 2023, 08:47 PM

the professor replied to a thread Hello from Long Island NY in Introduce Yourself

Welcome to AS!

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March 19, 2023, 08:46 PM

the professor replied to a thread Hello from IL, USA in Introduce Yourself

Welcome to AS!

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March 19, 2023, 07:47 PM

Mike replied to a thread Focal Sopra 2 compared to Fyne 703s in Speakers

I’ve owned both and for me, the 703’s hit way above their price point. They play bigger, more bass and smoother than Sopra 2. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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March 19, 2023, 07:37 PM

joeinid replied to a thread Hello from Long Island NY in Introduce Yourself

Welcome to the forum.

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March 19, 2023, 06:14 PM

Mike replied to a thread Alan’s System in AudioShark Members’ Systems

Very nice! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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March 19, 2023, 05:07 PM

Shadowfax replied to a thread Hi from Spain! in Introduce Yourself

Welcome aboard, Enjoy your stay

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March 19, 2023, 02:23 PM

the professor replied to a thread Hi from Spain! in Introduce Yourself

Welcome to AS!

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March 19, 2023, 02:19 PM

the professor replied to a thread Advice Needed; Axpona in one day in General Audio Discussion

Don't listen to a sales pitch just to be nice. Listen only if YOU are interested. Don't be rude but also keep yourself moving. Don't feel guilty getting up in the middle of a demonstration (mid song even) if you're not interested or have heard...

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