Oh it's still there. Primarily on one SACD: The Absence by Melody Gardot, and primarily on only two tracts. I do notice it in a small way on other pieces and I'm trying to find out if I'm just really listening for it, it's a recording issue, or an issue with the speaker/amplifier combination. I did read that this can be tamed a bit with different preamp tubes (2), but before I do that, I want to make sure of what I'm hearing. Overall though, this is really minor; most of what I listed to is jazz instrumentals, chamber music, and more easy listening POP, and other than a few tracks, these all sound great. More time will narrow this down. As I said above, the Sanders had it too, just not as directed. Could be it was always there and I just didn't notice it before. Or it wasn't because the Plinius was not up to the task.
Looking for great tube integrated for Martin Logan Summit X speakers
I've had upgrade fever every since I added bass traps and acoustic panels to my listening room and wondered why I didn't do that years ago. So I've decided to change my Plinius Hautonga integrated and make the plunge to tubes. I want that sound, and the thought of tube rolling appeals to me. I was leaning toward the Primaluna Dialogue HP integrated, but after doing more reading, I'm concerned that it won't have adequate power due to the Summit's impedance needs. I'm admittedly a novice with tubes, so seeking help from the forum. My room is about 12x15, with the area behind my listening position open for an additional eight feet. I don't listen at high volumes at all, and my favorite music is female jazz, smooth jazz, Nora Jones type vocals. Music comes from SACDs and Tidal exclusively - I have no analogue gear.
The rest of my gear:
Appreciate your opinions!
Steve
The rest of my gear:
- Gustard x20u DAC modified by Rick Schultz
- Oppo 103D for SACDs modified by Rick Schultz
- Bryston BDP-1 music streamer
Appreciate your opinions!
Steve
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