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  • Mike's Avatar
    Today, 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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  • the professor's Avatar
    Today, 11:15 AM
    the professor replied to a thread Magico Pricing in Magico
    Exactly Con artists rip people all the time - and just because somebody falls for it doesn't subtract from the fact it's a rip off. IN NO WAY am I saying that Magico is a rip off. I only say this in this thread because it's so far away from...
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  • the professor's Avatar
    September 23, 2023, 02:12 PM
    the professor replied to a thread Magico Pricing in Magico
    One indication of un-due markup is to look at the used prices they sell for. If it's low, then most likely it's a so called rip-off. It it remains high then it's probably not. In this case Magico seem to hold their value better than most other...
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  • CPP's Avatar
    September 23, 2023, 09:53 AM
    Same for me. Dumped Tidal for Qobuz. To me it just sounded better. For me, MQA, take it or leave. Haven't listened to it since 2019 when I dumped Tidal.
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  • Puma Cat's Avatar
    September 22, 2023, 05:57 PM
    All this information is readibly accessible at Lumin's web site; you can compare and contrast by reading the information there: U1 and Specifications: LUMIN U1 U2 and Specifications: LUMIN U2 A little basic research goes a long way. Cheers.
    25 replies | 1453 view(s)
  • Gene's Avatar
    September 21, 2023, 02:23 PM
    Opps!... I must have been sound asleep since 2014 and missed all the fuss.... too busy really enjoying vinyl.
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  • Gene's Avatar
    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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  • CPP's Avatar
    September 20, 2023, 08:01 PM
    Now things get serious :D
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  • Mike's Avatar
    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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  • Mike's Avatar
    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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  • Mike's Avatar
    September 19, 2023, 04:54 PM
    Mike started a thread Luxman 509z arrives in Luxman
    Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro
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  • Mike's Avatar
    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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  • Mike's Avatar
    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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  • still-one's Avatar
    September 19, 2023, 03:24 PM
    I don't think you have a grasp on the full picture. I was responsible for a sector of our operations that had factories based on every continent save for Antarctica so I am (was) fully conversant on global sourcing decisions. It's easy to take...
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  • still-one's Avatar
    September 19, 2023, 11:44 AM
    Well maybe these generations could find real decent paying middle class jobs if our generation hadn't padded our bonuses and stock options by sending many of these jobs overseas, eliminating pension plans, and not allowing individuals to work a...
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  • still-one's Avatar
    September 19, 2023, 09:37 AM
    As if our parents and grandparents didn't say the same thing about our generation.
    41 replies | 1292 view(s)
  • CPP's Avatar
    September 19, 2023, 08:19 AM
    Who said there isn't respect for packages :disbelief:..... its called pure lazy and a total disregard for a person's property. And there are 1000's of these examples on You Tube etc... its the new age of who gives a shit about your stuff. Dam shame.
    41 replies | 1292 view(s)
  • Mike's Avatar
    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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  • the professor's Avatar
    September 18, 2023, 04:20 PM
    the professor replied to a thread Clarisys Pics in Clarisys Audio
    I think that each type of photo has their place. I like the glamour shots. They show the level of quality in the workmanship. The photos of them in actual rooms show what they look like in use. Both together give someone how they really...
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  • Mike's Avatar
    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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  • Big B's Avatar
    September 18, 2023, 07:31 AM
    Big B replied to a thread My Coming Out in Introduce Yourself
    Fantastic
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  • Mike's Avatar
    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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  • Mike's Avatar
    September 16, 2023, 01:25 PM
    Mike replied to a thread Clarisys Pics in Clarisys Audio
    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
    Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro
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    September 16, 2023, 01:24 PM
    Mike started a thread Clarisys Pics in Clarisys Audio
    Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro
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  • BayStBroker's Avatar
    September 16, 2023, 09:57 AM
    BayStBroker replied to a thread Magico Pricing in Magico
    ditto
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  • still-one's Avatar
    September 14, 2023, 01:25 PM
    still-one started a thread MBL X-Treme MK II Review in MBL
    Just finished perusing the review of the MBL X-Treme Mk II in the October issue of TAS. All I can add is that it has been about 16 years since I first heard the original version in the dealers showroom in Singapore. To this day I have still not...
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  • Mike's Avatar
    September 14, 2023, 01:06 PM
    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).
    1 replies | 671 view(s)
  • Big B's Avatar
    September 14, 2023, 08:20 AM
    Big B replied to a thread Decware in Integrated Systems
    Good for him then. He's been at this for a long time.
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  • Big B's Avatar
    September 14, 2023, 06:44 AM
    Big B replied to a thread Decware in Integrated Systems
    I bought an amp from Steve (mini Tori which is for sale). Even went to the farm to get it. The man ran a small but good operation. He was skilled at it. I'm going to guess there maybe some illness here.
    14 replies | 520 view(s)
  • Puma Cat's Avatar
    September 13, 2023, 07:12 PM
    Puma Cat replied to a thread BNC to BNC in Cables
    Cheers, Mark.
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  • Puma Cat's Avatar
    September 13, 2023, 05:54 PM
    Puma Cat replied to a thread BNC to BNC in Cables
    Just for the sake of accuracy and for folks possibly interested in purchasing one, Adam was referring to the Venom-X clock cable, not the Venom cable. You're correct that it's presently only available as a 75-ohm impedance cable. Venom-X is a...
    12 replies | 766 view(s)
  • Puma Cat's Avatar
    September 13, 2023, 05:53 PM
    Puma Cat replied to a thread BNC to BNC in Cables
    Agreed. The Venom-X clock cable is exactly the one I am using and I am very pleased with it. BTW, the Venom-X line are outstanding at their price points and in my experience, compete with cables costing multiples of their price point. Also...
    12 replies | 766 view(s)
  • Mike's Avatar
    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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  • Mike's Avatar
    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
    198 replies | 61101 view(s)
  • Puma Cat's Avatar
    September 11, 2023, 10:57 PM
    Puma Cat replied to a thread BNC to BNC in Cables
    Yep, me too. Put a Venom-X BNC clock cable on my AfterDark master clock for EtherREGEN. Really brought a nice improvement.
    12 replies | 766 view(s)
  • Mike's Avatar
    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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  • CPP's Avatar
    September 11, 2023, 08:57 AM
    CPP replied to a thread Burmester in General Audio Discussion
    Got to agree with ya here. Close friends of ours have a 2018 S560 with the Burmester and it sure sounds nice in that tight interior, until he steps on it then forget about the audio, the engine makes a nice tune on its on.
    4 replies | 637 view(s)
  • Mike's Avatar
    September 10, 2023, 07:15 PM
    Make sure the old app isn’t open Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro
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  • Mike's Avatar
    September 10, 2023, 06:50 PM
    Download it from the App Store. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro
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  • Mike's Avatar
    September 10, 2023, 04:29 PM
    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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  • Mike's Avatar
    September 10, 2023, 03:40 PM
    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
    Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Pro
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  • Paul's Avatar
    September 9, 2023, 02:17 PM
    Paul replied to a thread New Magico S3’s arrive! in Magico
    To GSO - Gray
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  • Mike's Avatar
    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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  • Mike's Avatar
    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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  • Mike's Avatar
    September 9, 2023, 09:54 AM
    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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  • Mike's Avatar
    September 9, 2023, 09:44 AM
    Was this the fool that trashed NAIM or was that someone else? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro
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  • Paul's Avatar
    September 8, 2023, 10:51 PM
    Paul replied to a thread New Magico S3’s arrive! in Magico
    Just heard the Magico S3 today, and I'm shocked at how good they are. Amazing speakers. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
    24 replies | 1237 view(s)
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    Still alive and not much to say lately! I guess I've got my bases covered system wise

    Just waiting for Etna and some tubes for IO otherwise I'm good. You seem to be doing fine too from what I see?
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    Yes Paul; things are going well enough for me.

    ...About you?

    * Glad that you show some sign of life!
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    Paul, only one post in thirty days!!! ...Did you find a new life?
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    Paul, wassup?
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    Hi Paul,

    I used to spend roughly between $200 and $500 every single week on music and movies (CDs, DVDs). ...Anything to do with the emotional chords that vibrate inside us.

    It's not what we own or don't own, it's what we live for.
    And the common passion we all have here, and there, is the "Sound". ...The "Music".
    ...And it's everywhere, even outside in the trees, and in the air, and in the ground.

    ...And the degree, the level of our communication lets us explore all the young and older generations.

    Through our emotions and inspirations and dreams and passions, a lot of things is going on in the world, and it affects us all more or less in what drives us in the first place. Music can be an escape to the ugliness that happens here and there, and it can also be a complement to the happy things that's going on. There is a reality, and there are doors that are close and others that are open.

    Talking is one thing, doing another, living is the reality.

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    Hey Paul!

    I guess you have some other occupations nowadays, you keep a lower profile at the Shark's room.
    That was a nice music recording you just posted; it must sound fabulous from your system.

    I'm off for tonight, sweet dreams.
  7. GOod NiGhT EvErY oNe
  8. Would you visit my page one more time ??? 199 hits ? WOW ...hehe
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    We all are pulling the strings of life, in one direction or another.
    And you're my friend too, and I'm your friend.
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    Are you on vacation Paul?
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