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| Road trip to demo $10,000 speakers Call John Rutan at Audioconection. He is in NJ, but can recommend a place where you can listen to Vandersteen.And, considering you owned DQ-10's, I think Vandersteen should be very high on your list.If you like planar speakers, I believe Magnepan ... | |
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| add a Schiit EITR? Schiit EITR Funny, it read like it something else...Bob | |
| Has anyone tried these stunning new CPT power cord? @stereo5 Amg isn't the only one waiting.Though $1K isn't chump change, it isn't the end of the world. Those of us who ordered did so knowing that Core Power made some very impressive equipment in the past and there was no reason to believe it shou... | |
| Two Subs v One for a Big Room for 2-Channel Audio? Even in a smaller room, I would opt for at least 2 subs.It is always best to keep the same model subs, so as to avoid any unforeseen difficulties, but I would not consider it a deal breaker.When in doubt, call the manufacturer.Bob | |
| Floor-Standards to Monitors? Don't forget Vandersteen VLR's.B | |
| High order crossovers You should call Mr. Vandersteen.-And, yes, he does return calls.Bob | |
| Add streamer with quality sound to system for Tidal and portable drive I would use the stock cord first before considering an upgrade.Bob | |
| Can Streamed Music Sound Better than any other source? I can understand your situation. I returned to hifi after a 30 year hiatus.Streaming seemed like something I would never do, however, once I did it, I haven't opened a CD or LP in years.My recommendation-Get an Ayre Codex or Schiit Gungnir or Yggy... | |
| Do you trust Audiogon? proposed violations of banking laws What does this mean? Could you give an example?B | |
| Add streamer with quality sound to system for Tidal and portable drive @uberwaltz, I concur with your post, but I wanted to add that for the money, the Bluesound DAC isn't too bad. I think they were wise in allowing users to output to a DAC of their choice. It really makes it incredibly versatile at a great price poi... | |
| How to Hook Up Vandersteen 2W Subwoofer @foghorn,You are correct concerning the speaker hook up. The wires for the speakers and the sub are stacked on the amp output. Though I would use spades rather than bananas, as they provide better contact.Your issue is that you need to connect the... | |
| Add streamer with quality sound to system for Tidal and portable drive I use Buesound Nodes. Not expensive and very easy to set up.B | |
| Has anyone tried these stunning new CPT power cord? @david_ten +1@corepowertech, I look forward to my DeepCores and cables. Bob | |
| DAC OR NO DAC??? An Ayre Codex, or a Schiit Gungnir Multibit would be my choice, but if you want to stay below $1K, get a Schiit Bifrost Multibit. You should be able to get one used for $400 or so. It won't be the end all, but it will give you an idea of what a go... |