12-13-01: Artemus_5
I am planning to replace the Adcom GSA 700 with a HT receiver. What is the best way to integrate it so I can still use the Silverlines for 2 channel via CJ and fronts for HT?
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12-03-02: Artemus_5
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12-03-02: Judit
Sounds like you are having a good time with the audio portion. I thought about "expanding" my 2 channel to include HT, but never found a HT processor I could live with for 2 channel, even the MOST expensive. Option one was to keep HT separate from 2 channel. Option two was to introduce a hometheater processor that got used for movies only, and never for music.
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12-05-02: Artemus_5
Judit - When i do upgrade the HT it will probably be with a HT receiver with pre outs so I can integrate it with system when watching movies or disengage it completely for 2 channel. This is the way it is set up now but I do not have dolby digital. But as I've noted I keep getting caught up in the music.
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12-06-02: Judit
You are actually very lucky. Many people are very dissatisfied and have trouble getting things "right" enjoyment-wise.
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02-20-03: Artemus_5
System edited: The original header for this system was "I think I'm finished with the audio portion" I now see the error of my thinking. Of course my rediscovery of the beauty of vinyl did not help bring finalization to the process. As to the HT section, it may not be upgraded for quite some time, due to the fact that we very seldom watch movies, usually opting for music instead
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04-01-08: Artemus_5
System edited: It has been quite sometime since I have updated my system profile. Many changes have been made and it keeps getting better. Among the changes are the JMW-9 Signature arm for my ScoutMaster. This is a noticeable step up from the standard arm. The TNT Mini Feet also help bring more air and holographic imaging to the playback. Also there is a new rack which took the place of a closed in rack which was a terrible inconvenience for doing any work or tweaking of the system.
Speaking of tweaks, I have done several comparisons between Maple platforms and sand box for isolation of the TT. For me, the sand box wins out by a slight margin. Also, I have added DIYumas or roller blocks under my cdp. They have made a big improvement in all aspects of the digital music.
Another addition is the upgrade of some IC's and speaker cables. The Pure Note Enhanced Paragons have added some much needed extra bass to the system. I suspect the speaker cables have more to do with it than the IC's since the former speaker cables (MIT T2 BiWires) were the weak spot of the system. There is also a smoothing out of the highs and better focus and imaging.
My room is a bittersweet part of the system. On one hand it is or could be a great listening room. It measures 15' x 20' with cathedral ceiling and a dining room which opens up from there. This gives me about 15 ft from my listening chair to the rear wall. So in one sense, the room is excellent or has excellent potential. However, it is also our Living Room which has to look presentable also. Therefore, as you will notice in the pictures, my speakers are off center of the room. Fortunately the speakers are not very fussy about placement. In spite of the off center axis, lack of room treatments and the big TV between the speakers, the system sounds very good IMO.
BTW, I gave up on trying to incorporate HT into the system. AAMOF, I removed the HT processor and center speakers, etc because there was just too many cables to deal with and we hardly ever used the surround. A Listening room is on the drawing board and hopefully will come to fruition within a few years.
Though it is not mentioned, a separate electrical circuit is powering the system and I hope to get more involved in power conditioning and chords in the near future. Also on the horizon is an SDS speed controller for the turntable and maybe another cartridge (Zyx Airy)
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04-01-08: Artemus_5
One other note is that I have also added pictures of my system. The view from the Dining Room which opens up in back of my Living room is meant to give a sense of the space to be filled.
One important aspect in all the equipment changes and tweaking has been a quest for more bass which I think I now have pretty much right. The Silverline speakers with CJ power are great at midrange, imaging and sparkling highs. If the Silverlines lack anything it is bass. Not quality, but quantity. However, the LR/DR is 32 feet long with a cathedral ceiling which is demanding in the bass area. Then too, being a drummer, I have always liked a bit more bass than some. The Rel sub does an excellent job. The bass is deep and tight.
Another aspect which has really been an eye opener is footers under the source equipment. This, along with such things as tube dampers have been quite eye opening. Each has brought about a more holographic image and an increase in bass depth and fullness. The amount of money spent for DIY tweaks compared to the increased sonic benefits make them a best buy. But you do have to experiment some.
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07-21-08: Artemus_5
System edited: I have added new pictures which reflect the new configuration of the system. A Plasma TV has been added in place of a Big screen BIG BOX which was impeding good imaging. We have been planning a man cave for me and my stuff so as to make the living Room pretty. But alas, insufficient funds have hampered that plan so this is the backup plan for the time. It's a compromise on looks but it certainly is much better for sound. The TV is hung on the wall and makes for much better imaging. It is also connected to the CJ preamp via Video loop for concerts when necessary. Other than that there is no HT. I have had HT connected in the past and the amount of hassle was entirely unmanageable. This is much simpler. The wife likes it and so do I. The new config has made sonic changes which i am trying to maximize. The sandbox under the TT is still in experimental stage. Right now I have a 4" Maple slab atop the sand, but this will probably be changed back to the 1" with separate motor mount. This config has been a welcome change and has added depth and width to the sound stage, plus a better separation of the instruments
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08-06-09: Artemus_5
System edited: OK, I've had the Ebony L in the system for a few months now. This cartridge has taken vinyl playback to another level. The bass is more extended & midrange more lush. The highs are more tamed than with the Dyna 20XL. AAMOF the Ebony magnifies all the good things which the Dyna did and tames its weaknesses. One reviewer said that everything sounds good with the Ebony L. I agree
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