Carver TX-11a is just a tad taller perhaps, has very good reception and sound, looks nice, and does not cost much. |
Thanks, I'll look into the TX-11a. I've seen good postings on it. I also just found the Parasound Ztuner V.2 on their web site ... very compact!
Rob |
The Sony XDRF1HD. Very compact, looks pleasant and has outstanding sound with great reception. The HD capability is a blast too. And it is a bargain. I've had mine for about four months and use it 12-14 hours a day. It's been nothing but a joy to have. |
I have a Luxman TX 117. It stacks up well in the shootouts. I enjoy the sound quality and it is quite slim in profile. |
I've been very happy w/ a Denon TU-767 in a rack w/ a NAIT5 (I think there were also lower Denon models w/ the same profile). It was a very-well-reviewed unit in its day - mid 80s.
See Tuner Information Center. |
If you want a great analog FM only Nikko Gama 1 is a great one there are a few listed on Ebay check them out. |
The Linn Kremlin is about 3" in height and it's LK box is small and fairly unobtrusive. The reception and sound is stunning. And they are going for around 1/5 of their original cost used these days ($1000 - $1200). |
Yamaha Tuners from their "NATURAL SOUND" line also do well in tuner shootouts. Just sold a T-2 yesterday right here.
There was a lot of interest. I also own a Magnum Dynalab
Etude (3.5")&(nfs) and it sounds real good with a dead quiet background. |
I love my Tandberg 3001 tuner,low profile and sounds great. |
You could go with an older Sony ES tuner like the ST-S730es, the ST-S700es or the ST- S707es.
Actually I have an S700es I would sell you at a good price. Pm me if you are interested.
Mark |
Albireo,
I have an Audiolab 8000T, less than 3" tall and a terrific AM/FA\M tuner. Well reviewed as well. They turn up occasionally on A'gon. Good luck.
David |
Additional note -- the Audiolab is black and ought to look good with the Naim 5i.
Also, lots of good tuner info at www.fmtunerinfo.com
David |
There is a Naim NAT 05 for sale right now on A'Gon. You should buy it immediately. This would be the perfect match.
Naim tuners are as good as it gets. I have compared them against some of the best, including Magnum Dynalab.
I have no relation to the seller, BTW |
Marantz has lots of great Fm tuners, with good reception. http://shop.ebay.com/i.html?_nkw=marantz+tuner |
Creek T40 or 43. I just sold mine for a Magnum Dynalab, but a wonderful, cheap good sounding tuner, about 2 inches tall, beat that. The current T50 is a bit taller I think, but still pretty slim |
