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    Today, 06:28 PM
    SCAudiophile replied to a thread Magico Pricing in Magico
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    Today, 05:29 PM
    SCAudiophile replied to a thread Magico Pricing in Magico
    Pricing a pool (or the house with it) is enough to make ya want to go jump in the lake . Though I'm a properly rabid audionut with respect to cables, we can definitely agree to leave cables out of this Sent from my SM-G998U using Tapatalk
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    Today, 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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    Today, 04:56 PM
    SCAudiophile replied to a thread Magico Pricing in Magico
    It's not all "perception". It is true that inflation has run up and costs have increased bringing them legitimate needs to increase prices. By the same token, you cannot convince me that all these audio and speaker manufacturers (cables, etc..)...
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    Today, 01:31 PM
    SCAudiophile replied to a thread Magico Pricing in Magico
    "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 its original topic." Good point, same here for my posts, not implying Magico pricing is a rip-off. Sent from my SM-G998U using...
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    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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    Today, 10:23 AM
    SCAudiophile replied to a thread Magico Pricing in Magico
    Humans certainly can be....regardless of inanimate (non-human) economic system.
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    Today, 10:07 AM
    SCAudiophile replied to a thread Magico Pricing in Magico
    There also seems to be a recurring assertion by some that a price is not a rip-off if someone chooses not to pay it. A price on something can still be a rip off in and of itself. The person electing not to pay it is a separate circumstance. These...
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    Today, 10:03 AM
    SCAudiophile replied to a thread Magico Pricing in Magico
    I find it ironic that anyone in high end audio and probably having other nice expensive "toys" and possessions, a nice house in a desirable place with the freedom to post whatever they like would intimate or flat out assert that Capitalism is...
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    Yesterday, 05:23 PM
    SCAudiophile replied to a thread Magico Pricing in Magico
    Sorry....yes I did. Sent from my SM-G998U using Tapatalk
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    Yesterday, 04:50 PM
    SCAudiophile replied to a thread Magico Pricing in Magico
    It seems you are assuming and yourself judging what I meant. I was stating an opinion from my own experience, including the myriad moments in my own life and this hobby where I have done exactly what I have written. Sent from my SM-G998U...
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    Yesterday, 04:29 PM
    SCAudiophile replied to a thread Magico Pricing in Magico
    Only those so desparate to have the "it" be it a brand name itself, a specific model, or commodity that they would abandon rational thought and pay it. Sent from my SM-G998U using Tapatalk
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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
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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 19, 2023, 09:22 AM
    SCAudiophile replied to a thread Last few feet of international delivery in General Off Topic Forums
    So true,.... They got their Participation Trophy though so I guess they are doing fine Sent from my SM-G998U using Tapatalk
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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, 04:14 PM
    SCAudiophile replied to a thread Clarisys Pics in Clarisys Audio
    Ozzy: Beautiful system! Is that a mounted power panel on the left wall? Any details on that would be appreciated. Sent from my SM-G998U using Tapatalk
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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 18, 2023, 02:43 PM
    SCAudiophile replied to a thread Clarisys Pics in Clarisys Audio
    I thought the photos were beautiful and was saying so while offering another point of view. If that came across as overly critical, then I offer apologies. Sent from my SM-G998U using Tapatalk
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    September 18, 2023, 02:42 PM
    SCAudiophile replied to a thread Built for the love of music... in AudioShark Members’ Systems
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    September 18, 2023, 02:22 PM
    SCAudiophile replied to a thread Clarisys Pics in Clarisys Audio
    Wise words you wrote a few years ago... I guess the lesson I have learned (from your post) is that I will no longer comment on any thread on AS unless I'm in 100% backslapping agreement with the OP. Sent from my SM-G998U using Tapatalk
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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, 03:58 PM
    SCAudiophile replied to a thread Built for the love of music... in AudioShark Members’ Systems
    "Yes, I loved my Typhon QR for that reason. The level of noise on the line is reduced additionally with Everest from all I am hearing. This is the 4th gen of that tech." Coming back to this to clarify a point,...if a new Typhon T2 were literally...
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    September 16, 2023, 03:41 PM
    SCAudiophile replied to a thread Clarisys Pics in Clarisys Audio
    Those are beautifully done and are very striking in a printed ad or screen context where this Gotham-esque aesthetic is desired. They are exceptionally well done and beautiful. Strictly opinion: I think it does obscure some of the marvelous (edge...
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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
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    September 16, 2023, 01:24 PM
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    September 14, 2023, 01:31 PM
    SCAudiophile replied to a thread *NEW* Esoteric N-05XD in Esoteric 
    Mr. Peabody: The manual may state that, however, if an input is designated as 50-ohm in the specs as is the case here, then the only right move is to use a cable rated for that spec. There are some who would declare they are interchangeable, though...
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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, 06:32 PM
    SCAudiophile replied to a thread BNC to BNC in Cables
    You are correct, and I was taking the short typing approach. Have no fear as to possible confusion as I believe there never was a Venom level clock cable before Venom-X. Sent from my SM-G998U using Tapatalk
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    September 13, 2023, 05:35 PM
    SCAudiophile replied to a thread BNC to BNC in Cables
    It's good you clarified your budget estimations as your initial question was open-ended. Elberoth nailed it with a recommendation of the Venom-X. That stated, if you need 50-ohm, I do not believe the Venom-X is available other than 75-ohm,...
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    September 12, 2023, 05:09 PM
    SCAudiophile replied to a thread BNC to BNC in Cables
    Shunyata Sigma v2 (past) and Omega Clock-50 (current)here. Alpha v2 Clock-50 is also a great way into the line. Superior results compared to anything I've owned previously including v1 Shunyata, Acrolink-Mexcel, etc. Same for their AES/EBU...
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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, 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 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
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    September 9, 2023, 01:00 PM
    Mike replied to a thread New Magico S3’s arrive! in Magico
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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 7, 2023, 09:17 PM
    SCAudiophile replied to a thread Anyone familiar with Soulnote? in General Audio Discussion
    Soulnote Digital Line | atelier-13-audio Sent from my SM-G998U using Tapatalk
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