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New Project RS2T transport
If anyone experiences the unit not playing check the door’s micro switch. Mine wasn’t making good contact and wouldn’t turn on. So I bent the switch tab up higher so it hit the door better. Now it’s working fine. my remote just died! Anyone have ... 
Audio Research amp repair in New Jersey/New York
Vujade Audio  comprised of Pete and Karl located in northern NJ perform high-end audio repairs and modifications. They actually design and build their own custom audio components, solid state and vacuum tube,. (DACs, amps, preamps, phono p... 
VU JÀDÉ AUDIO Lampizator Upgrades
I second Don’s review of his Lampizator DAC with the Vu Jade Audio modifications! it sounded completely transformed, having listened to a plethora of DACs this one is at the top of the list. I highly recommend Vu Jade Audio, they work wonders!! ... 
Tube integrated amps -- new Value Leaders?
I had previously had a Primaluna Prologue preamp and a Hegel H20 power amp and was looking to go with an integrated tube solution that gave the magic of tubes. I gave Raven an audition, but it fell short in driving my Dynaudio Contour 20i’s (86db;... 
Raven Audio and Beyond...
Save your money! You’ll get more bang for your buck elsewhere! they’re playing on your patriotism by saying made in America, while charging top dollar and using inexpensive parts! For example the AC line connector is a cheap press in part that... 
Raven Audio Nighthawk
Save your money! You’ll get more bang for your buck elsewhere! they’re playing on your patriotism by saying made in America, while charging top dollar and using inexpensive parts! For example the AC line connector is a cheap press in part that w... 
Raven Audio/nighthawk or Osprey
Here’s my 2 cents on Raven: I had previously had a Primaluna Prologue preamp and a Hegel H20 power amp and was looking to go with an integrated tube solution that gave the magic of tubes. I gave Raven an audition, but it fell short in driving my ... 
Raven Audio Tube amps
Here’s my 2 cents on Raven: I had previously had a Primaluna Prologue preamp and a Hegel H20 power amp and was looking to go with an integrated tube solution that gave the magic of tubes. I gave Raven a try but it fell short in driving my Dynaudi... 
Considering a Raven Audio Blackhawk Integrated for Tannoy Sterlings
Here’s my 2 cents on Raven: I had previously had a Primaluna Prologue preamp and a Hegel H20 power amp and was looking to go with an integrated tube solution that gave the magic of tubes. I gave Raven a try but it fell short in driving my Dynaudi... 
Anybody here upgrade from Chord Qutest DAC"
I upgraded from the Qutest to a Hugo TT2 and then I went back to the Qutest. The Hugo sounded very smooth and light and airy, with it's vocals more forward. It was soft and light sounding compared to the Qutest. I preferred the Qutest as it seemed... 
Chord Qutest vs. Benchmark 2 or 3?
Try the Qutest with an external linear power supply and it takes it to another level. 
pro-ject cd box rs2 vs jays audio cd2 mk3
I have the Project cd Transport paired with a Chord Quetest DAC and it sounds amazing. I haven’t upgraded the external power supply yet but I am really satisfied with Project’s stellar performance. I now prefer it’s sound over streaming through my... 
Can you tell me why I didn't like the Reference 3a MM's?
I think you need to specify what version Reference 3A MM De Cappo you were listening to as they've been around since 1980! and have gone through numerous iterations of upgrades since. The latest being their 40th Anniversary edition with Beryllium ... 
REFERENCE 3A De Capo BE
I have the 40th anniversary models with the carbon fiber side panels and woofers, beryllium tweeters and some woofer mods and also a very thick inert ported rear panel. They only have 1 cap to crossover the tweeter, which extends out to 40Khz. I t... 
Ortofon bronze PNP ALERT!!!!!
It happened to me too with an Ortofon 2m Bronze! It's like they're booby trapped! You can press the pins on with no problem, but when you go to remove the pins they pull out and the cartridge is destroyed!What is disappointing is that it doesn't s...