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| DAC`S @sheridanmartinj , Digital has progressed by leaps and bounds in the past decade, the ARC is pretty much a dinosaur. A used Ayre Codex would be a more contemporary, as well as competent, albeit at $850. You could also get a Schiit Bifrost, not ... | |
| Vandersteen 2Ce Sig3 vs VLR with Sub 3 I have the VLR (non CT) with a pair of Belles Aria Monoblocks and an Aria Signature Preamp for my office. (10x10') Those little speakers can really rock. Unfortunately, I have no direct experience with the 2's, but did own the 3a sigs. Since yo... | |
| QLN Speakers anyone I heard the floorstander model at the NY Audio show two years ago, and was very impressed. I do recall they sounded a little bit held back, either by the equipment or cables -or, they just sound that way. In which case, I would be disappointed. ... | |
| Berkeley CA audiophile is desperate need of help @jgoldrick , Good advice. I power off my Innuos after listening ( power is expensive on Long Island). @bander , Did you contact Innuos? Also, have you checked your Ethernet connection. I have had a couple of issues when bandwidth wasn't large ... | |
| Go Cat8! One significant difference from Cat 6 to 8 is grounding. Though Cat 6a has it. B | |
| Is a cheaper DAC + Reclocker better than just an expensive DAC? Once again, the old adage: Making a silk purse from a cow's ear. -Seems to be applicable here. In short, buying a DAC that sounds as good as it can in it's price-range, sound better than buying one that is 'okay' and adding a reclocker. As ... | |
| Budget DAC recommendation for Office system Ayre Codex. Now under 1K used. I would give the Schiit Gungnir and Yggy as somewhat comparable to the Codex. B | |
| Wilson Sabrina (not X), Sonus Faber Nova 2, or Vandersteen Treo CT Not to beat a dead horse, but the attention to detail in Vandersteen as well as their performance longevity make them a real bargain compared to the Wilson's. B | |
| Conditioner vs. Surge protector My 2 cents: Buy and install a whole house surge protector first. You can always add more protection down the line. This way all your electronics have a minimum of protection, not just your stereo. B | |
| CLASS D MONO AMPS buy ATMASPHERE MUSIC SYSTEMS @sumwhat , I think you are overanalyzing this. B | |
| Wilson Sabrina (not X), Sonus Faber Nova 2, or Vandersteen Treo CT @holmz , The Treo was a significant upgrade from the 3a Sigs I owned before them. Overall, a more refined sound. Though I do agree with getting a sub or two. His Mac 152 should have plenty of oomph to drive a pair of Treo's, as well as just ab... | |
| Wilson Watt Puppy 7…Would it work for me? Given that your Thiel's are time and phase aligned, I would consider a Vandersteen before a Wilson speaker. The Watt/Puppy 7 is considered to be one of the better of that line. Though I have never listened to it personally. My only experience wi... | |
| Wilson Sabrina (not X), Sonus Faber Nova 2, or Vandersteen Treo CT Good choice, and I know you'll be happy with your decision. Now is a good time to invite you to the Vandy forum. Open to Vandersteen owners only. Just go to the website. Bob | |
| Wilson Sabrina (not X), Sonus Faber Nova 2, or Vandersteen Treo CT @delmatae , Though Vandy lovers seem to be loyal customers, we all seem to know the value of a time and phase correct speaker. There is something 'right' about it that one can't put into words. I listened to the original Vandy 2's in the '80's. ... | |
| Wilson Sabrina (not X), Sonus Faber Nova 2, or Vandersteen Treo CT I concur with @sbank, I think he hit the nail on the head. Vandersteen has always been a company to offer the most performance at a great price point. Though I will say the cabinetry of the Treo, Quatro, Kento and up are second to none. I will ... |