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November 7, 2019, 07:52 PM
Thread: Stout's system
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Hi guys, it’s been a while since I have visited but found some time lately to snoop around. Noticed my system is not updated so thought I would revisit this tread.
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August 27, 2017, 05:36 PM
Thread: Autos with CVT transmissions ...
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Agree, it is not exciting to drive. Quiet, smooth, acceptable power and comfortable. I drive a highly modified 2013 Si for my excitement :)
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August 27, 2017, 05:34 PM
Thread: Autos with CVT transmissions ...
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A friend just bought a brand new Outback and it is nice, It does not get near the mileage the Honda gets.
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August 27, 2017, 04:04 PM
Thread: Autos with CVT transmissions ...
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I find the CRV is very comfortable. It is the car we take for any long trips.
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August 27, 2017, 01:27 PM
Thread: what Phono stage do you using?
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Re: what Phono stage do you using?
I use a Modwright PH-150 tube phonostage. A great sounding unit with exceptional versatility with it's ability to adjust settings "on the fly".
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August 27, 2017, 01:19 PM
Thread: Autos with CVT transmissions ...
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I have rented cars with CVTs and they seem to do the job. A little strange to see the engine stay right in the torque range and the transmission doing all the speed adjustment. I bought my wife a...
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August 27, 2017, 01:00 PM
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Re: Can you name a preamp with the ..........
The best preamps I have owned are a Yamaha C-2x, Nakamichi CA-7, Decware CSP3 and now a Modwright LS 36.5 DM. All of them had their strengths but the Modwright was the only one that took my system...
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August 17, 2017, 12:09 PM
Thread: Stout's system
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Yes I am quite proud of the sound I have achieved in this room. Not that I have any responsibility for the gifted engineers and technicians that built the equipment I use, but all the research and...
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August 15, 2017, 12:56 AM
Thread: What cartridges are you using?
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Re: What cartridges are you using?
My local dealer is trying to talk me into the Hana cart. I know he is really impressed with it at it's price point.
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August 15, 2017, 12:50 AM
Thread: Top USB Cables
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Re: Top USB Cables
Neutral Cable - USB Improved
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August 13, 2017, 03:55 PM
Thread: Stout's system
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Thanks!
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August 13, 2017, 03:55 PM
Thread: Stout's system
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Thanks! It has been a journey but I really like the destination I found!
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August 13, 2017, 03:53 PM
Thread: Stout's system
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I'm not real sure what happened to audio artistry either? I think they just build kit speakers now? I know the Beethovens were designed by Siegfried Linkwitz who has a popular speaker DIY website. ...
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August 13, 2017, 02:22 PM
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Re: Classical Music Only | What You're Listening to Now, Or Very Recently | Any Mediums :
Johann Sebastian Bach - Brandenburg Concertos Nos. 1, 2 and 3
English Chamber Orchestra
Benjamin Britten
Linfair Magnetic Sound - Decca
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August 13, 2017, 01:21 PM
Thread: Stout's system
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Yes, Stereophile named them speaker of the year. I think in 96 or 97?
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August 13, 2017, 12:57 PM
Thread: What cartridges are you using?
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Re: What cartridges are you using?
Dynavector DV-20x2L
Audio Technica ART-9
VAS Nova Signature
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August 13, 2017, 12:47 PM
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Re: What tubes doe the Audible Illusions Mod 3 use?
Mullard CV2493 tubes if you can find them and/or afford them. About the toughest/sound quality 6DJ8/6922/7308 tube I have ever found.
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August 13, 2017, 11:13 AM
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Re: Classical Music Only | What You're Listening to Now, Or Very Recently | Any Mediums :
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart - Violin Concertos Nos. 3 & 5
Violinkonzerte
Itzhak Perlman
Wiener Philharmoniker
James Levine
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August 13, 2017, 11:06 AM
Thread: DACs with texture
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Re: DACs with texture
I've been running a Modwright Elyse for some time now and can't imagine a more enjoyable DAC to listen to. It responded very well to adding a strong pair of Amperex Bugle Boy tubes along with...
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August 5, 2017, 02:55 AM
Thread: Hi from Hong Kong !
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Re: Hi from Hong Kong !
Howdy.
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July 28, 2017, 04:43 PM
Thread: Hi from Seattle
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Re: Hi from Seattle
Ha again. I don't mean to date myself but there was very little sign of civilization over there BITD. I used to go out there and shoot with friends. I would not dare do that now! Now it is a nice...
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July 27, 2017, 09:24 PM
Thread: What are you listening to tonight ?
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Re: What are you listening to tonight ?
15 ips 2 track needle drop recording of Led Zeppelin - Houses of the Holy new remaster.
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July 27, 2017, 09:16 PM
Thread: Hi from Seattle
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Re: Hi from Seattle
Nice to meet you Mike. North Bend was once way out in the sticks. Now it is another saturated bedroom community for Seattle! I agree the Pacific NW is the best place on earth. My family has been...
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July 27, 2017, 07:15 PM
Thread: Hi from Seattle
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Re: Hi from Seattle
Ha! I had lunch down on NW 21st Monday. I have to agree about as nice of a city as I've ever been in (and I've been all over the world).
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July 27, 2017, 12:13 AM
Thread: Hi from Seattle
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Re: Hi from Seattle
Too many people moving to Seattle. Traffic is terrible! House prices are way up. Rent is ridiculous. Just trying to demotivate people from moving here...
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I or anyone interested should see if FEDEX offers a domestic "LAST MINUTE RATE" for shipping heavy items within CONUS. Have no clue at this point - but when I have some time, I'll check. ...
Shipping Overseas 498 pounds w/3...