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I really like the way McIntosh builds their volume controls. They use a reed relay-based stepped attenuator to select a specific set of...

Preamps have 4 functions: control volume, select input add any needed gain and control artifacts of the interconnect cable between the...

there are passive preamps that are basically just source and volume control. why wouldn't those work as long as the source is well...

There's no way to do that on a general basis. Some amps are monoblocks so its inconvenient to put a volume control inside them. You...

Mike yes I have followed the info since they were released but haven't been to check lately. I figured you might have some inside knowledge.

Thanks Mike. The amps are as good as I have had in my system for sure. The preamps are very good but the amps are the stars of the show...

By the way, did you check out their website?

Ebay is a den of scammers in todays times. It was once a great place to buy and sell used items around the country. Since they are not...

Ebay is a den of scammers in todays times. It was once a great place to buy and sell used items around the country. Since they are not...

I can certainly ask. I do know their sonic character has only evolved - same sweetness but with better tighter bass.

Mike do you know if Constellation made many circuit changes to the inspiration line other than switching to a SMPS?

I think you might be on to something. perhaps the ideal situation is to eliminate the preamp gain stage all together. I think there are...

Great system and thanks for sharing. Do the curtains on the back lower over the TV for just music listening?

I don't see much talk about the I2S module for the MSB dacs? Does the Pink Faun have a I2S interface and if so it must be inferior to...

Awesome to see Pink Faun quickly rising to the top of the digital market replacing those companies who are stagnant or suffering from...