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May 12, 2022, 05:34 PM
Thread: NEW MSB Digital Director
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Re: NEW MSB Digital Director
MSRP of the three models?
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May 7, 2022, 08:00 PM
Thread: Gryphon Apex Review!
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Re: Gryphon Apex Review!
Jeff, enjoyed the review. Unfortunately, I had to put this one into the 'Audio Component Fantasy' folder.
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May 2, 2022, 07:52 AM
Thread: Luxman M-10X
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Re: Luxman M-10X
Would love to hear about such a comparison, Greg.
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Re: Wadax?
Mike, a sincere congratulations! Hopefully there will come a day when I'll get to hear one of these. The feed-forward error correction technology in this piece appears to be truly innovative. The...
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April 16, 2022, 10:40 PM
Thread: *NEW* Esoteric N-05XD
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Re: *NEW* Esoteric N-05XD
Yup, you're right. I was confusing them with Aurender. Thanks for the catch.
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April 16, 2022, 08:52 PM
Thread: *NEW* Esoteric N-05XD
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Re: *NEW* Esoteric N-05XD
I think Esoteric subcontracted some of the their software/firmware to Lumin, but there are some notable differences, e.g., the N-01XD and N-05XD are both roon ready.
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April 15, 2022, 09:02 AM
Thread: *NEW* Esoteric N-05XD
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Re: *NEW* Esoteric N-05XD
"I still don't fully understand how you came to your conclusions that a one box solution is better?"
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April 15, 2022, 08:39 AM
Thread: Greetings from Stockholm, Sweden
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Re: Greetings from Stockholm, Sweden
Welcome! I've visited your city. Beautiful place and welcoming people.
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April 9, 2022, 03:21 PM
Thread: Luxman M-10X
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Luxman M-10X
There is a very positive review of Luxman's new flagship M-10X solid state amplifier in the May issue of Stereophile (John Atkinson). It's not yet on their website.
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April 6, 2022, 07:22 PM
Thread: Esoteric XD Series
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Re: Esoteric XD Series
Shunyata PCs and distributors are designed to complement each other.
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April 6, 2022, 01:44 PM
Thread: Esoteric XD Series
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Re: Esoteric XD Series
I replaced a Niagara 5000/Hurricane PC system with a Denali 6000S V2/Sigma V2/Alpha V2s. In my system I'm hearing significant improvements in noise reduction, dynamics, and resolution - an 'upgrade'...
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April 5, 2022, 10:39 AM
Thread: Esoteric XD Series
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Re: Esoteric XD Series
I have a K-01XD driving a Diablo 300/Magico S3 MkIIs and have experienced some of the challenges you describe with different CDs. For me it has been difficult to arrive at a really good compromise...
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April 4, 2022, 01:40 PM
Thread: Neutrik PowerCon Power Cords
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Re: Neutrik PowerCon Power Cords
Shunyata is widely known for their power cords. They have several product lines that deliver value across multiple price points.
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March 9, 2022, 01:50 PM
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March 7, 2022, 09:57 PM
Thread: Is MQA Fading Away?
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Re: Is MQA Fading Away?
My understanding is that they are selling licenses and making sure that people comply with their standards/processes before certifying a licensee's offering.
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March 2, 2022, 03:36 PM
Thread: Is MQA Fading Away?
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Re: Is MQA Fading Away?
I think the late Charley Hansen was right about MQA.
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February 26, 2022, 12:32 PM
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Re: Power, Network, Connection, Which one matters the most to you?
If I read Mike's comments correctly, they were given in the context of 'starting out' (with limited knowledge) to get the most bang for the buck (and don't lose interest due to poor initial results)....
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February 25, 2022, 10:03 AM
Thread: Essence Stereo - To Preamp or Not??
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Re: Essence Stereo - To Preamp or Not??
User reviews I have read generally agree with Rick's characterization of Essence vs Diablo bass. Essence bass more articulate, but Diablo has more gravitas. This is likely somewhat speaker...
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February 23, 2022, 11:07 AM
Thread: KEF Blades and References with Meta Tech
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Re: KEF Blades and References with Meta Tech
And especially at $28K for the 2's for those with medium sized rooms.
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February 3, 2022, 08:10 PM
Thread: Kharma - what’s in a signature edition
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Re: Kharma - what’s in a signature edition
Your comments are very relevant to my situation (S3 MkII owner), Kuoppis. Thank you.
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February 3, 2022, 01:49 PM
Thread: Kharma - what’s in a signature edition
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Re: Kharma - what’s in a signature edition
No disputing that. I am a Magico owner. Kharma, Wilson, and Rockport offer similar ported designs. I would like to know how those who have heard similar models from these three brands contrast...
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February 3, 2022, 09:51 AM
Thread: Kharma - what’s in a signature edition
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Re: Kharma - what’s in a signature edition
Just speculating here, but I suspect limited distribution perhaps due to pricing and strong competition from at least two premium US manufacturers, Wilson and Rockport, who offer similar products. I...
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January 27, 2022, 09:51 AM
Thread: New Avantgarde Trio G3
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Re: New Avantgarde Trio G3
Musical Engagement in Jim's vocabulary.
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January 25, 2022, 06:56 PM
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Re: X260.8 runs in class A for the first 34,68 or 17 watts?
If it's important to you, I would suggest a call to Kent English at Pass Labs customer support.
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January 11, 2022, 03:36 PM
Thread: Gryphon Apex, the New Flagship
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Re: Gryphon Apex, the New Flagship
Sounds like a wonderful environment in which to pursue our hobby, Andrew. Wish I were anywhere near so lucky (e.g., Mike is 700 miles away!).
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Thanks! I am in West Linn, so about 12 miles south of Portland. Bend is lovely, as are the surroundings.
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