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January 8, 2024, 07:02 AM
Thread: Spotify vs Qobuz
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Re: Spotify vs Qobuz
I really like the sound quality of Qobuz. However their search option is BAD. I like the band Om and have been listing to their album Advaitic Songs. So I made this band a favorite. But when I look...
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November 14, 2023, 04:05 AM
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merrill audio element 116, anyone heard these
I was look ate a pair of Merrill audio element 116 amplifiers. These are class D and would be I think very different from my tube amps. But none the less I am intrigued. In the few online reviews...
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November 7, 2023, 10:22 AM
Thread: Interesting video (I thought so)
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Interesting video (I thought so)
Someone did some measurements on different monitor stands. I thought it was interesting.
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October 17, 2023, 06:37 AM
Thread: Turntables Gallery
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Re: Turntables Gallery
My TT
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August 28, 2023, 02:51 AM
Thread: Tube change, or not
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Re: Tube change, or not
Some time ago I contacted Octave. They stated that I can put KT150 in my MRE130 amps. According to Octave I will not gain more power from them amps since it was not designed for KT150. But it will...
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August 25, 2023, 09:22 AM
Thread: Tube change, or not
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Re: Tube change, or not
To be honest not really sure. I have swapped some of the other tubes in my system and never really heard a huge difference. I wouldn't mind a bit more dynamic and maybe a bit more warmth. I don't...
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August 25, 2023, 04:54 AM
Thread: Tube change, or not
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Tube change, or not
I have Octave MRE130 mono amps. See:
OCTAVE Audio
This amp can use EL34, 6550, KT88, KT120 & KT150 tubes. Using KT120 or KT150 tubes will change the sound but it will not result in more power.... -
July 28, 2023, 07:40 AM
Thread: What's your next purchase?
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Re: What's your next purchase?
Not going to buying soon. But I'd love to trade in my Raidho X3 for some Blumenhofer or maybe WOLF VON LANGA speakers. Something more efficient compared to my current speakers.
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May 24, 2023, 03:53 AM
Thread: Amplifier Designed for KT150 Tubes
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Re: Amplifier Designed for KT150 Tubes
Octave Audio KT150 amps
Integrated amp: V 80 SE
Power amp: RE 320,
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March 22, 2023, 06:40 AM
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Re: Best Pure Musical Amplifiers (power not important)
Zanden 9600MKII
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March 22, 2023, 06:04 AM
Thread: Let's see your ride
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Re: Let's see your ride
My car just migrated to the parts dealer. Big end bearing of my 2009 325 broke.
Now I'm looking for a 2013/2015 Ford Focus. Second hand cars are bloody expensive a decent Focus 2.0 ecoboost with... -
March 22, 2023, 05:56 AM
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Re: If you were going to ride one motorcycle forever...
I currently have a KTM Duke 890R.
But a final bike might be something like a Africa Twin or 890 Adventure R.
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March 21, 2023, 11:10 AM
Thread: does size matter........
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Re: does size matter........
I totally agree with this. The materials of the room are very important. All the walls, floor and ceiling in my house are all concrete. To get decent bass response I had to get bass traps and other...
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December 22, 2022, 03:46 AM
Thread: Audio Technica ATH-AD900x
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Audio Technica ATH-AD900x
I'm thinking of buying a Audio Technica ATH-AD900x to replace my 10 year old Audio Technica ATH-AD500. The other options would be the Sennheiser HD 660 S or HiFiMAN Sundara. I use the headphones...
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November 18, 2022, 06:14 AM
Thread: Are they going to destroy audio?
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Re: Are they going to destroy audio?
Please keep your personal conspiracy theories out of this forum.
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1) leaf blowers really. I tough these things only existed in memes where white middle aged men shout angerly at clouts
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September 7, 2022, 03:59 AM
Thread: How Does a Brand Survive?
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Re: How Does a Brand Survive?
I think some brands have a great products. But somehow stop the development or don't innovate anymore. I think Avalon speakers is an example of this. Avalon used to be one of the best. But somehow...
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September 7, 2022, 03:02 AM
Thread: Magico S5 Wants New Amp
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Re: Magico S5 Wants New Amp
last weekend I heard Spectral amps with a Magico M5, sounded really good. Symphonic Line Kraft 300 stereo might also work.
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August 18, 2022, 06:07 AM
Thread: What are you listening to tonight ?
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Re: What are you listening to tonight ?
Atari Teenage Riot - Delete Yourself
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August 18, 2022, 05:13 AM
Thread: Blumenhofer 4*17 impression request
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Blumenhofer 4*17 impression request
has anyone heard these speakers? If so what are your impressions? I always like the Blumenhofer sound but I've never seen or heard these.
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July 11, 2022, 03:07 AM
Thread: New System Improvements
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Re: New System Improvements
I'd be very careful when investigating in cables or power conditioners. Try before you buy. I get good results from power cables and power conditioners. Interconnect from pre amp to power amps is in...
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May 20, 2022, 09:27 AM
Thread: Munich Updates??...
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Re: Munich Updates??...
I wonder if shows like this will exist in 5 years. Prices in audio are reaching ridiculous levels and fewer people are willing to travel to see audio equipment they will never ever be able to afford.
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May 16, 2022, 02:28 AM
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Re: Best Integrated Amp, New Or Used (up to ten years old) $1,500.00 Or Less - With A Warm Sound?
I have seen older Prima Luna tube amps sell for about this amount. From what I understand is that they are reliable and have a warmish sound.
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April 28, 2022, 06:40 AM
Thread: My Axpona 2022 Impressions
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Re: My Axpona 2022 Impressions
Great read.
I have heard Stennheim only twice I think. But each time I was always very impressed. IMHO an underrated brand.
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April 22, 2022, 04:44 AM
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Re: Used Amplifier question to experienced buyers
I have never bought an new amp. All my amps were either dealer demo models or true 2nd hand amps. I never had any problems with any of my amps.
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March 29, 2022, 04:22 AM
Thread: Audio + Visual is Better than Just Audio
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Re: Audio + Visual is Better than Just Audio
I really don't like watch music. It distracts from the experience. Sometime I go I used to go the the Royal Concert Building in Amsterdam for classical music. Often I would listen with my eyes...
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Just received my new Everest and Omega XC PC to replace my Denali and Sigma PC. It was worth the upgrade to me. At Mike's suggestion I also replaced my Furutech outlet cover with the Block Audio...
New Everest, Omega XC and Block...