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November 13, 2021, 09:15 PM
Thread: VAC Signature iQ200
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Re: VAC Signature iQ200
I absolutely love my MSB Ref, but I had a VAC Master before that and there are parts that I do miss. I'm not sure how much has changed in the last couple of years, but the VAC Master felt to me like...
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November 13, 2021, 07:48 PM
Thread: VAC Signature iQ200
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Re: VAC Signature iQ200
I have really loved my 200IQ. I ended up going back to the stock tubes after trying a lot of different stuff. they sound best for my ear.
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March 3, 2020, 01:46 AM
Thread: Magico S3Mk2 Cabling Poll
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Re: Magico S3Mk2 Cabling Poll
Mike helped me get into the MIT 2C3D Level 1 cables, and I haven't looked back. I tried a few others first, but to my ears... They are a perfect match.
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November 29, 2019, 05:51 PM
Thread: VAC Signature iQ200
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Re: VAC Signature iQ200
Agree with you Larry... I ran KT150's for about 2 weeks. I ended up preferring the KR KT88's... and preferring the KR's just a small notch above the Gold Lion new issues...
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November 29, 2019, 05:47 PM
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Re: MSB Reference DAC - Another thumbs up vote and quick review
Hi Alfa,
I did not get a chance to try it through the preamp... I can say after a few more months of use I do think the MSB preamp module is fantastic. It really helps justify the cost of the... -
November 22, 2019, 02:24 PM
Thread: EtherREGEN on the way!
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Re: EtherREGEN on the way!
Another vote for any Aqvox comparisons to the Uptone unit. I'm going to hold off on Uptone until there are some solid comparisons out there. The Aqvox has been great for me for the last year or so....
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July 27, 2019, 03:45 PM
Thread: VAC Statement Phono
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Re: VAC Statement Phono
yeah... the 200iQ really makes me wonder... Around 15k and it's soooooooo good... It really unbalances that cost vs quality considerations with power amps. There are plenty of way more expensive...
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July 15, 2019, 10:44 PM
Thread: New Production KT 88's - Opinions
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Re: New Production KT 88's - Opinions
Bumping this back up!
Since my original post I have located one matched pair of NOS Gold Lion KT88's (still in boxes with the testing sheets)... But, who knows if/when I will find the next pair... -
July 11, 2019, 11:30 PM
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MSB Reference DAC - Another thumbs up vote and quick review
It was hard to do, but I recently decided to give up my VAC Master Preamp and Lumin X1 to move to an MSB Reference DAC with the preamp module.
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June 5, 2019, 03:49 PM
Thread: Solid State Amp Heaven
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Re: Solid State Amp Heaven
Now do that with Tube amps!
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May 31, 2019, 04:31 PM
Thread: For Sale: Lumin X1
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Re: For Sale: Lumin X1
bump for weekend viewers
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May 29, 2019, 06:45 PM
Thread: For Sale: Lumin X1
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Re: For Sale: Lumin X1
Silver!
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May 29, 2019, 04:50 PM
Thread: For Sale: Lumin X1
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For Sale: Lumin X1
Up for sale is my Lumin X1 that is about 8 months old. The unit looks absolutely mint, and I have hardly ever touched it since it was installed. It functions perfectly.
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May 28, 2019, 09:06 PM
Thread: Audiophile Wall Outlets
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Audiophile Wall Outlets
I currently have some AQ NRG wall outlets for my A/V gear, but I'm getting ready to add a couple more to my house...
I'm looking at the Synergistic Research Blue, and a few others.
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May 28, 2019, 03:55 PM
Thread: DCS firmware upgrade 2.0
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DCS firmware upgrade 2.0
Interested to hear new comparisons with MSB....
OK you dcs owners out there... what are your first impressions?
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May 25, 2019, 05:05 PM
Thread: Vac 200iq tube rolling question
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Re: Vac 200iq tube rolling question
Lots of folks do seem to like the tall boys for various reasons. It's all so system and ear dependent that I have trouble making grand statements about any tubes. However, the tall boys that I did...
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May 24, 2019, 07:22 PM
Thread: Vac 200iq tube rolling question
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Re: Vac 200iq tube rolling question
Thanks! I just purchased a quad of the KR KT88's from Mike! Looking forward to rolling them in!
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May 23, 2019, 12:50 PM
Thread: Vac 200iq tube rolling question
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Re: Vac 200iq tube rolling question
I have not tried other KT 88's yet... It's a new tube type for me, so I'm not up to speed on the options.
Larry, did you find a good dealer for the KR's? did you try other KT88's? I will... -
May 22, 2019, 03:16 PM
Thread: Vac 200iq tube rolling question
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Re: Vac 200iq tube rolling question
Larry,
As a member of the fraternal order of the 200iQ, I have found the KT 150's vs the stock KT 88's to be more of a choice thing instead of a better or worse thing... This might be because my... -
May 13, 2019, 02:57 PM
Thread: S3 Mk2
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Re: S3 Mk2
Completely agree with the comments above on the S3 MkII. I have been very happy with them in my small room set up... The closed design really helps keep the low end in check. While we can talk...
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May 13, 2019, 02:42 PM
Thread: Power Cords: 2019 State of the Art?
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Re: Power Cords: 2019 State of the Art?
another vote for Hurricanes and Dragons... maybe someday soon someone will be able to do a new shoot out with the top 4 or 5 names. I suspect the winner will not be as much about sound, as it will...
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May 10, 2019, 07:18 PM
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Re: Munich Hi-End 2019 Photos and Commentary
Great pics and videos! whew... almost easier to pick what is "not best in show". Amazing stuff all around.
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May 9, 2019, 03:12 PM
Thread: New Flat Screen
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Re: New Flat Screen
I just got a 75 inch Sony Z9F. It is great. I got the LED version because I have a bright room. If the room was darker I would have purchased the A9F (which is OLED).
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April 19, 2019, 01:52 PM
Thread: MSB Reference DAC
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Re: MSB Reference DAC
Thanks... I have a REF on order with the dual powerbase and the femto 77... very much looking forward to getting it my system.
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April 19, 2019, 01:50 PM
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Re: Do you use a VPN app on your cellphone? Which one and any issues?
express VPN is really good... I use it on all computers, phones, tablets...
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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...