bobfun

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How old were you when audio gear first caught your interest?
I was 13 around the time of Who’s next album coming out.     
Best amp for Sonus Faber
I have Sonus Faber Ill Creamonese Ex3me  and after trying many amps I  have found what works for me.  This is end game.    Pass XA 160.8  I bought a used pair and cannot express how good they are. Using Moon 891 as source and preamp, and DAC  I... 
PASS XA 200 or 160?
I recently bought a pair of Pass XA 160.8 to replace a Moon 860aV2  The seller was in CA and thr only choice for Escrow  is Escrow.com    Other tjam they are SLOW it provides safety.  I’m very happy with the purchase.   So sweet!   The XA160.8... 
Has anyone sold over $35k worth of equipment over the net? How do you protect yourself?
I recently bought a pair of Pass XA 160.8 to replace a Moon 860aV2  The seller was in CA and thr only choice for Escrow  is Escrow.com    Other tjam they are SLOW it provides safety.  I’m very happy with the purchase.   So sweet!    Speakers: S... 
Am I broken? Am I stuck? Do I have to return my audiophile card now?
A close friend did the same upgrade to the Sasha They sound terrific.  He is thrilled.  Try them in your home.   They come with wheels so you can move them around much easier than other speakers.   Bob    
Replacing current sub with another
Why is there no mention of REL Subs?  Their subs use a high level connection that IMHO have fantastic results.   I'd recommend 2.  The high level runs off your amplifier.       
$25k speakers, are we there yet?
I agree speakers are 50-60% of the total experience.   I've gotten the audiophile bug again.  I've been an audiophile for over 50 years. No upgrades for 12 years.     I started listening to new speakers, a well priced pair of B&W 800s. They ... 
Magico's M9
Why all the grumbling? I bet they sound pretty good and i'd love to hear them.    I've never heard anything at that level.      
$50k - $80k Budget…Opinions please.
Take your time.  Pick speakers first.  Get what you like.  Look at Sonus Faber, B&W  Magico, Rockport, Vinberg (some great reviews)  I recently started the upgrade path and went with Sonus Faber found a fantastic Demo pair.   I have an Anthe...