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September 18, 2021, 03:25 PM
Thread: Roomplay Reference With Jim Smith
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Re: Roomplay Reference With Jim Smith
Hi Jim, which power cord (brand/model) do you use from the wall to your Shunyata Denali 6000S/V2?
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April 25, 2021, 09:32 PM
Thread: Beware of smart TVs
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Re: Beware of smart TVs
For the 2021 TVs from LG, Sony & Samsung...
1) Is it possible to shut-off all "smart features" to make the "dumb" and then use an external device (AppleTV or Roku or Amazon Firestick)?
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March 7, 2021, 04:36 PM
Thread: Multi Room Audio
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Re: Multi Room Audio
W9TR, thanks. I agree that the user interface really matters so various family members can/will use the system. I'm leaning towards SonosAmps. Best, Duke.
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March 7, 2021, 04:35 PM
Thread: Multi Room Audio
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Re: Multi Room Audio
Big B, thank you. How do you find the ease of use and reliability of the Bluesound App?
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March 6, 2021, 02:42 PM
Thread: Multi Room Audio
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Multi Room Audio
Hi, I would appreciate input about multi room audio. I am finishing-up new home construction and need to make some decisions about amplification and control of in ceiling speakers.
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Re: GIK?
I had good luck with GIK. In 2010, I purchased multiple panels. GIK's advice was helpful, sound in my room improved and the price seemed reasonable. For one of the panels, I sent artwork. The...
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August 9, 2020, 04:36 PM
Thread: Dual Mono AmpCamp Amps by Nelson
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Re: Dual Mono AmpCamp Amps by Nelson
Hi Puma Cat, what "Preimum Parts" did you add for $35? Also, what is the efficiency of speakers you are using with these amps?
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July 21, 2020, 11:55 PM
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Re: electical power delivery from utility to rack - for the uninitiated
Speedskater & Mikado463, thank you for your input. I appreciate it and will follow-up with my electrician.
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July 21, 2020, 02:03 PM
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Re: electical power delivery from utility to rack - for the uninitiated
Is there a recommendation for good 20A circuit breakers (Brand & Model) of a for dedicated lines? I'm in the middle of new home construction (in USA) and putting in dedicated lines.
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June 18, 2020, 07:34 PM
Thread: What Wine is in Your Glass Tonight
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May 30, 2020, 02:31 PM
Thread: EMM Labs NS1
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Re: EMM Labs NS1
For anyone who has an EMM NS1, please post what you like and dislike about this streamer.
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May 30, 2020, 02:28 PM
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Re: ad free / subscription version of audioshark?
Mike, one option to consider is a set-up where people can choose to pay some amount (perhaps $15 per year or $75 for lifetime, etc.) and not get adds. The site would be the same, except people who...
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May 24, 2020, 07:03 PM
Thread: What Wine is in Your Glass Tonight
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Re: What Wine is in Your Glass Tonight
Dominus 2009 with a long double decant.
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May 23, 2020, 05:25 PM
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Re: Savant vs. Control4 vs. Elan for home automation
Hi Mike, no32 & Bones 13,
Thank you for your input. My decision is NO AUTOMATION SYSTEM.
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May 22, 2020, 03:22 PM
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Re: Savant vs. Control4 vs. Elan for home automation
Big B, thank you. I'm leaning towards skipping home automation, except for lighting.
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May 21, 2020, 12:20 AM
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Re: Savant vs. Control4 vs. Elan for home automation
Anshul & Rance, thank you. This is one of the things I’ve been trying to get my hands around… what are the real benefits vs. actual costs (original set-up expense, plus ongoing service).
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May 21, 2020, 12:19 AM
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Re: Savant vs. Control4 vs. Elan for home automation
Mike, thank you for your input. I have seen a couple of demos and I liked the Savant interface best.
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May 19, 2020, 08:25 PM
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Savant vs. Control4 vs. Elan for home automation
I am in the middle of new home construction and considering Savant vs. Control 4 vs. Elan for home automation (or not using this type of software at all).
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August 28, 2019, 12:03 AM
Thread: My Recent Experience with Ripping
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Re: My Recent Experience with Ripping
Nicoff, thank you for the input. I appreciate it.
For now, I'm not using Roon. My home is under construction. When it is done, I plan on using Roon with a MSB DAC for the main stereo and a Naim... -
August 27, 2019, 05:25 PM
Thread: My Recent Experience with Ripping
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Re: My Recent Experience with Ripping
Hi nicoff (or anyone else who likes the way they organized their ripped CD & downloads on a hard drive/NAS), I just started ripping my CD collection with dBpoweramp & PerfectTunes. I am not sure...
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July 6, 2019, 02:03 AM
Thread: Earthquake - a big one - 7.1 magnitude
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Re: Earthquake - a big one - 7.1 magnitude
I was in a restaurant in Mammoth Lakes, CA. I noticed mild shaking, but most people did not notice this until observivg that the pendant lamps, were swinging a little.
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June 14, 2018, 08:39 PM
Thread: Hi From Israel
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Re: Hi From Israel
Welcome.
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May 8, 2018, 10:48 PM
Thread: Verity Audio Otello Speakers
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Re: Verity Audio Otello Speakers
Mike, congrats on picking-up Verity. They are truly beautiful speakers in terms sound and finish. I had Parsifals for 15+ years, and they worked really well in various room configurations and with a...
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April 4, 2018, 01:19 PM
Thread: Ayre KX-5 Twenty and VX-5 Twenty
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Re: Ayre KX-5 Twenty and VX-5 Twenty
Hi Jay, my understanding is that Vandersteen has developed lower cost monoblock amps that work well with Treos, Quatros, etc. I do not know when they will be available to demo/purchase. Contact your...
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January 5, 2018, 04:32 PM
Thread: Vandersteen M5-HPA
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Vandersteen M5-HPA
I got an e-mail talking about Vandersteen's new "smaller" monoblocks noted below. If anyone hears them, please post your impressions.
Thanks,
Duke
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Vandersteen Audio Introduces...
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Didn't do a triple header - what a pic! That brings back many great memories of riding The C&T railroad to the summit. Would do it again in a heartbeat.
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