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June 22, 2022, 11:33 AM
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Re: Post Your past and present Guitar photos
I picked up a Strat to go with my Tele... These two are what I am using to teach myself :)...
Telecaster is an American Performer HUM
Stratocaster is an American Professional II HSS
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June 20, 2022, 02:55 PM
Thread: Preamplifier Decision
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Re: Preamplifier Decision
True, however more of a comparison would be the C49 or C53 because the Pass is SS. McIntosh is either a love or a hate thing. People who love Mc won't even consider other. I grew up in Binghamton...
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June 20, 2022, 08:53 AM
Thread: Preamplifier Decision
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Re: Preamplifier Decision
I know most people here won't agree, but I think McIntosh is worth a look. I am extremely happy with my new C49. Performance the C49 and C53 are identical, and over the top in my view. The 53 adds...
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June 13, 2022, 12:03 PM
Thread: Hexmat turntable mats
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Re: Hexmat turntable mats
Not sure your question. What are you asking?
Hexmat offer's a few accessories. Their original Yellow Bird mat, the newer step up Eclipse mat. Their newest products are the Molekula and Molekula... -
June 9, 2022, 02:02 PM
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Re: Post Your past and present Guitar photos
Obviously you guys are real players, I am not... I have always wanted to play so I decided I am gonna do it, at 63 :). I recently picked up my first guitar, an Fender American Performer Telecaster...
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May 25, 2022, 08:53 AM
Thread: Hexmat turntable mats
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Re: Hexmat turntable mats
Here is with the Molekula and Molekula Mini (designed for short spindles, ala Rega's).
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May 12, 2022, 11:45 AM
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Re: HiFi Rose RS150 Network Streamer Review
Obviously not comparing use in the HiFi Rose; but I have always been told that the chip itself it not so much the key, but how it is used and implemented. I would believe that probably there were...
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May 9, 2022, 05:03 PM
Thread: Bascom King - RIP
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Re: Bascom King - RIP
This is the first I have heard it also. RIP... legend if ever there was one.
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May 1, 2022, 09:32 PM
Thread: Chops' Current System Pics ....
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Re: Chops' Current System Pics ....
Hey Charles, most definitely do. I love my digital, but my vinyl just sounds really good, really inviting. The Rega with the MC cartridge is amazing for high end records, but for older, standard...
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May 1, 2022, 07:27 PM
Thread: Chops' Current System Pics ....
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Re: Chops' Current System Pics ....
Awesome Charles... looking good!
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April 29, 2022, 03:35 PM
Thread: New McIntosh Integrated Amplifiers
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Re: New McIntosh Integrated Amplifiers
I really like the built in phono preamps in my C49. I previously had the SimAudio 310LP and an external McIntosh MHP100. I feel that the built in one on my new pre-amp is better than both although...
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April 21, 2022, 12:19 AM
Thread: Hexmat turntable mats
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Re: Hexmat turntable mats
The Molekula has finally started shipping. Looking forward to seeing what improvements there are.
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April 17, 2022, 10:55 PM
Thread: Wadax?
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Re: Wadax?
To each their own. I thought the unit was amazing when I had a chance to listen to a couple songs on it. Too bad we could not really check it out. I know I could never afford one, but that does...
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April 16, 2022, 09:13 PM
Thread: Wadax?
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Re: Wadax?
Review in this months Absolute Sound. It sounds like the best of the best... but priced as such also.
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April 12, 2022, 11:14 AM
Thread: Chops' Current System Pics ....
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Re: Chops' Current System Pics ....
Looks awesome Charles! Congrats.
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April 5, 2022, 06:30 PM
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Re: FIRST LOOK! The TORRIFIED DEVILLE SQ's Arrive! HiFi END GAME FOR LIFE.
I now see that Oswald Mills Audio does not show the Fleetwood products. Separate site for the Fleetwood Deville's.
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April 5, 2022, 06:22 PM
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Re: FIRST LOOK! The TORRIFIED DEVILLE SQ's Arrive! HiFi END GAME FOR LIFE.
What is he difference between these and the Deville's. Are they a lower or a higher model? They appear to be a lower model at a quick glance.
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April 4, 2022, 08:44 AM
Thread: Hexmat turntable mats
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Re: Hexmat turntable mats
Hexmat new record clamp is now available for pre-order:
HEXMAT - Phono Record Isolator
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April 3, 2022, 11:45 AM
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Re: Least expensive and best way to stream music to a DAC???
I am going to suggest, and pretty much what the finest Server/DAC combo money can buys suggests (that is Wadax by the way, their best system is way north of $200k). What I do and what they suggest...
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March 30, 2022, 05:36 PM
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Re: Small self-powered desktop monitor speakers?
I use the B&W MM1 speakers with my computer. B&W still sell these amazing compact computer speakers. I actually have a pair on my wife's computer as well. She loves them!
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March 30, 2022, 04:12 PM
Thread: What Vinyl Do You Have On The Table?
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Re: What Vinyl Do You Have On The Table?
The digital is pretty darn good... might have to try the vinyl. I seem to play digital a bit more right now. Now that Marleigh is feeling better she sometimes get quite active in the music room......
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March 30, 2022, 03:31 PM
Thread: How Are Vinyl Records Made?
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Re: How Are Vinyl Records Made?
Interesting article Joe, and very informative. The only negative thing is that they only talk about digital files being used in the creation of vinyl. I wish she would have discussed, or at the...
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March 30, 2022, 03:01 PM
Thread: Russian Tube Export Ban
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Re: Russian Tube Export Ban
It is unfortunate, but I feel exactly the same. Sorry for tube equipment owners, but I will not knowingly do anything to support that mad man.
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March 30, 2022, 02:31 PM
Thread: Active Turntable Isolation
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Re: Active Turntable Isolation
Mike, maybe try a Hexmat... :)... a different take on vinyl isolation, but it works very well :).
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March 30, 2022, 02:28 PM
Thread: Hexmat turntable mats
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Re: Hexmat turntable mats
I also just noticed that Music Direct is now listing the Eclipse along with the Yellow Bird. It looks like they have already sold out :).
Your mileage can vary depending on where you live. In the US customers are supported by PS Audio directly and by all accounts they seem to be well looked after. Here in Australia they have a very...
PS Audio P20 vs Denali 6000/S V2?