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December 14, 2019, 08:05 PM
Thread: Ciao from Dallas
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Re: Ciao from Dallas
Welcome to the forum!
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November 27, 2019, 03:29 PM
Thread: Hello from Costa Rica
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Re: Hello from Costa Rica
Hola Roberto y bienvenidos, We used to communicate often when I was "Statman" on the Martin Logan Owners Forum for a few years. I'm glad to see you still have your Martin Logans! I just checked and I...
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November 14, 2019, 05:04 PM
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Re: Suncoast Audio goes to the EXTREME - MBL XTreme Reference System
Mike,
That is a beautiful system and room! I wish I were closer. I have heard MBL at an audio show and was impressed. It's definitely a top tier system. -
October 10, 2019, 12:30 PM
Thread: Ref 10 Replacement in Feb 2020 ?
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Re: Ref 10 Replacement in Feb 2020 ?
Just my opinion only. I'm very happy with my Ref 10. I have no desire to "chase the rainbow" any longer! Money spent elsewhere on things that really matter more in my life. It will be interesting the...
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August 26, 2019, 04:27 PM
Thread: D’Agostino Factory Tour
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Re: D’Agostino Factory Tour
It has been awhile as I also had to wait for my Progression amps. If they are super busy then the lead time is longer. I believe it's around three weeks. The parts are usually there IIRC but...
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July 31, 2019, 03:33 PM
Thread: HDMI Cables
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Re: HDMI Cables
It depends on the set and also its age. The other factor is if you view any 4K video. I am still using Monoprice cables with great success!
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June 2, 2019, 01:05 PM
Thread: Jimi Hendrix - Axis: Bold As Love
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Re: Jimi Hendrix - Axis: Bold As Love
Just from personal experience it was "NEW"! This is 1967 by the way and not everyone had a color television set, and or a "stereo console" at home! There were not many stereo radios in cars or homes...
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February 23, 2019, 08:36 PM
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Re: Wilson driver material not acceptable for high end speakers today
You have to admit that the ugly ones are at least real and honest about their intentions! Most guys need to thank the "ugly ones" because without them there would be a heck of a lot of horny angry...
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February 12, 2019, 04:12 PM
Thread: My Sweet Marlene
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Re: My Sweet Marlene
Dan,
It's an extremely difficult time for you and we have never met but I'm hoping in time you'll feel better and return to some type of "normal" resumption of life. The only advice is to keep... -
January 23, 2019, 04:52 PM
Thread: "audiophile" grade earplugs?
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Re: "audiophile" grade earplugs?
Another recommendation for the Eargasm plugs. I use them when operating machines and discovered they worked really well on a 3 hour flight. They are filters inside of a pliable plastic plug that...
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January 14, 2019, 12:44 PM
Thread: ARC REF 5SE vs ARC REF 10
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Re: ARC REF 5SE vs ARC REF 10
I don't know how I missed this post. I will tell you right now that the "entry level" ARC LS 17 preamp is just that. To get one started in high fidelity playback. I've owned 5 ARC preamps each one a...
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December 26, 2018, 12:05 PM
Thread: ARC Power Cords
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Re: ARC Power Cords
I also use an aftermarket power cord (Transparent) on my ARC Ref 10 preamplifier. The improvement was not subtle.
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December 18, 2018, 12:09 PM
Thread: A few pics of Suncoast Audio
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Re: A few pics of Suncoast Audio
My room was transformed from a typical room to amazing room after using Vicoustics. The second you enter it your can hear your voice sound more "natural" and with less effort needed when speaking due...
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December 15, 2018, 07:37 PM
Thread: A few pics of Suncoast Audio
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Re: A few pics of Suncoast Audio
All I can say is wow! The room looks very nice Mike. I hope to someday see it in person.
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December 5, 2018, 06:26 PM
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Re: Just bought 3" granite slabs to put under my
Is your foundation flooring raised or cement slab? I know with a raised floor the benefit is noticeable.
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October 3, 2018, 04:57 PM
Thread: New Audio Research Video
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Re: New Audio Research Video
Thanks for posting the video. I'm a long time ARC customer. SP5 modded at the factory to SP7. Then later SP9, SP14, LS25 MKII, Ref 5SE, and now Ref 10. Classic 60 amp, Classic 120 monoblocks (hated...
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August 7, 2018, 07:32 PM
Thread: It was time for a new TV
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Re: It was time for a new TV
Congratulations Mike, you bought a great set. I've been happy using the Sony 940D for two years now. The set will show it's best when you view 4K UHD with HDR content. These sets are dynamic as...
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June 28, 2018, 06:51 PM
Thread: Where does it all go in the end?
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Re: Where does it all go in the end?
I spoke with my adult children about this two years ago. I'm 59 now and my living trust states to contact my friend who's an local audio dealer to sell my gear if I should die. I told him also....
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June 6, 2018, 01:33 PM
Thread: What does Everybody do?
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Re: What does Everybody do?
Retired in 2011 after 29 years as a Firefighter/Paramedic. I am so happy now that I can totally focus on my audio and video hobby. I'll hit sixty in December. I'm waiting for grandchildren. I...
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May 31, 2018, 03:39 PM
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Re: Mustang GT Procharged ver. Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 with Custom Tune Drag Race
Keith, after I bought my ZL1 a close friend bought the GT350! I have ridden in it and it has the more comfortable interior. I call the Camaro the coffin. Small passenger windows you can never crawl...
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May 29, 2018, 11:13 AM
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Re: Mustang GT Procharged ver. Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 with Custom Tune Drag Race
This Dodge owner was certainly impressed with the Camaro ZL1. Talked to him briefly at the NHRA headquarters. He was in love with my carbon ceramic brakes. That's how we started talking that day!
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May 29, 2018, 11:09 AM
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Re: Mustang GT Procharged ver. Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 with Custom Tune Drag Race
That's the newer 2018 spec'd ZL1. The older ones like mine are 580 stock. Just to add that the ZL1 is set up from the factory for road course driving. I've owned both Mustang and Camaro. Apples and...
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May 15, 2018, 01:44 PM
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Re: Where to spend the most money in your audio chain?
Must not be cannabis, the reverse should be in effect. Mellow and no anxiety and and open mind to ingest the information. Now if you posted alcohol was involved, that would make sense, arguing about...
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May 15, 2018, 01:39 PM
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Re: Where to spend the most money in your audio chain?
That is a "cop out",and you know it. "Complicated shape" what exactly does that mean in terms of photography? There's a wall missing or something? The minute you post a picture of your system...
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May 4, 2018, 04:31 PM
Thread: Los Angeles Audio Show
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Re: Los Angeles Audio Show
I have been divorced for 17 years! About her melting down during a divorce, I have zero sympathy for her present situation. Take the pain and deal with it! My mind was jelly but yet still mamaged to...
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Ok, thanks very much for the quick response.
Esoteric DAC type, DSD or PCM?