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October 3, 2023, 11:10 AM
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Re: Suncoast Audio Launches “The Powered By Pass Program”
Tremendous news, Mike, congratulations!!!
Pass Labs is very fortunate to have Suncoast Audio on board to carry the torch.
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July 17, 2023, 01:21 AM
Thread: Clarisys Audio/MSB/Block Install in Ohio
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Re: Clarisys Audio/MSB/Block Install in Ohio
Congratulations Gary!!! A true world class system, listening room and power. I hope the new system brings you much joy throughout the years.
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July 14, 2023, 08:00 AM
Thread: The cat is back!
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Re: The cat is back!
I seem to remember that MadFloyd had CAT JL7 Amps and really loved their sound on his Magico M-Projects.
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June 3, 2023, 11:23 PM
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Re: Another big bad ass amp comes to Suncoast Audio
I’ll go with Jock on this one. Constellation Hercules II Monoblocks.
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May 20, 2023, 08:25 AM
Thread: Munich Hi End 2023 Photos
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Re: Munich Hi End 2023 Photos
Wow Mike, the Soulution/Clarisys Room looks amazing!!! Best in show contender for sure. Congrats!!
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May 2, 2023, 11:43 AM
Thread: RIP Gordon Lightfoot
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Re: RIP Gordon Lightfoot
RIP Gordon.
The Wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald
Gordon Lightfoot
The legend lives on from the Chippewa on down
Of the big lake they call 'Gitche Gumee'
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April 30, 2023, 12:12 PM
Thread: The Future of Audio Research
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Re: The Future of Audio Research
I loved my ARC Ref 10, the best preamp I ever owned. I always had great conversations with Dave Gordon as well. I hope that they are able to find a new owner and restructure their debt, although...
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April 15, 2023, 11:10 PM
Thread: Mike & Rick talk to Vince Galbo from MSB
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Re: Mike & Rick talk to Vince Galbo from MSB
This is a tremendously informative video. I’ve not heard a better explanation. Well done Vince and Mike!
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April 13, 2023, 05:52 PM
Thread: Do better ethernet cables matter?
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Re: Do better ethernet cables matter?
Yes, they clearly do. I started with Blue Jeans Ethernet cables and upgraded several times. I landed at the Audioquest Diamond Ethernet cable. The most transparent I have listened to. I purchased...
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February 4, 2023, 06:25 PM
Thread: Unbeatable offer on Revel Salon2’s
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Re: Unbeatable offer on Revel Salon2’s
I owned the Revel Salon 2’s with Pass Lab’s XA-100.5 monoblocks for several years and it was some of the best sound I’ve heard in my listening room. The Salon 2’s are very neutral speakers with one...
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January 30, 2023, 08:05 AM
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Re: 6 Year Old - One Girl Band - Hotel California
Really fine. Thanks for posting!!
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January 19, 2023, 07:42 PM
Thread: RIP David Crosby
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RIP David Crosby
Another legend has passed. David Crosby was 81. I was really fortunate to see Crosby, Stills and Nash with some new friends I met at the 45th anniversary of Woodstock at Bethel Woods, New York. We...
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January 19, 2023, 02:41 PM
Thread: Clarisys Audio
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Re: Clarisys Audio
Wow! No cost spared for maximum performance.
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January 16, 2023, 06:35 PM
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Re: My thoughts on the Magico M9 and the danger of the Law of Diminishing Returns
You can get a general idea what they sound like if you have a decent PC audio system. Wasn’t saying that it sounds close to hearing them in person. But I can tell you that I’ve never listened to a...
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January 15, 2023, 09:59 AM
Thread: Clarisys Audio
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Re: Clarisys Audio
Beautiful sounding and looking speakers. Nothing like the speed and broad soundstage planar speakers to deliver a lifelike presentation of the music. Best of luck with the new brand. I guess we’ll be...
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January 13, 2023, 03:06 PM
Thread: Makin’ Whoopee
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Makin’ Whoopee
I was watching The Fabulous Baker Boys last night on cable and I really enjoyed this song. The piano playing was beautiful too!
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January 13, 2023, 12:24 PM
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Re: My thoughts on the Magico M9 and the danger of the Law of Diminishing Returns
I was hoping to hear some music from the M9’s on that video and decide for myself.
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January 3, 2023, 12:50 PM
Thread: Ken Block RIP
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Re: Ken Block RIP
Sad news. RIP Ken
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December 30, 2022, 11:43 AM
Thread: McMuurrrrrriicaa....
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Re: McMuurrrrrriicaa....
Big power numbers for sure.
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December 30, 2022, 09:06 AM
Thread: McMuurrrrrriicaa....
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Re: McMuurrrrrriicaa....
Seems like a teaser.
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December 30, 2022, 02:07 AM
Thread: Shunyata Typhon T2
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Re: Shunyata Typhon T2
I have to say, I love my AudioQuest Niagara 5000. It provides excellent linear noise reduction and I cannot perceive any current limitation. I have both of my Vandersteen M7-HPA Monoblocks and Model...
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December 29, 2022, 12:51 PM
Thread: Florida Audio Expo 2023
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Re: Florida Audio Expo 2023
Hi Jock,
I’m so sorry to hear about your fall and wishing you a full and speedy recovery. I hope you have a great time at the Audio Expo!
Best,
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December 28, 2022, 12:18 PM
Thread: Piano cover of My Favorite Things?
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Re: Piano cover of My Favorite Things?
How about McCoy Tyner. Pure genius. John Coltrane certainly benefited from his accompaniment.
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December 25, 2022, 03:54 AM
Thread: Do Ethernet cables Make a Difference
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Re: Do Ethernet cables Make a Difference
I have an entire network of AudioQuest Diamond Ethernet Cables and I will never change that. It was expensive but it finally gave me the uncolored sound that I had long been seeking.
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December 22, 2022, 04:34 AM
Thread: YG Acoustics Sonja 2.2 to 2.3
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Re: YG Acoustics Sonja 2.2 to 2.3
In terms of sheer dynamics and price, yes. In terms of transparency, no. In my opinion, the 2.2i is the most transparent speaker in the YG line. That’s because they don’t have the phase issues of...
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Ok, thanks very much for the quick response.
Esoteric DAC type, DSD or PCM?