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| Are Headphone amps worth the expense? I pondered this very same question a few years ago. I use AKG701's and Ultrasone 8's. I have a McIntosh C2300 (previously a C2200). I used both phones with the built in C2300 with great results.I bought a Creek headphone amp, and then a Pro-Ject S... | |
| How important is Cartridge Overhang? Need help Hi Wilson,I used to have a Pro-Ject as well. When I owned it I bought and kept the Sumiko Pro-Ject protractor and alignment kit. This is specially designed to work with Pro-Jects and is what is used when they mount cartridges.You are welcome to bo... | |
| Merlin TSM comparisons I have been using Supra 3.4 and Rondo with my TSM's. I also own Cardas Quadlink and Borrowed some Cardas Cross. In a direct comparison the Supra 3.4 gave me the best sound. Great speaker wire and Interconnects at very reasonable prices.This might ... | |
| power conditioners I made some interesting experiments. I have both a Shunyata Hydra and a Panamax. I have two systems, one music only in one room and the other a Plasma TV & theater. I put the Shunyata on the music system, then took it out and repeated. My soun... | |
| McIntosh MC402 - Best tube preamp? My vote is for the McIntosh C2300 tube preamp. I also have the 402 amp. Some of the reasons I love the C2300...You can use the C2300 remote function to turn the 402 on and off. The phono preamp in the C2300 is wonderful, and it is fully adjustable... | |
| Merlin vsm mme owners, Cardas cabling Question. I followed Bobby's advice and bought the Cardas for my TSM-mme's. I did get better sound, that amazing soundstage got a bit better as well. The Cardas is quite nice. I am using Cardas Cross. At some point I will think about a Cardas upgrade, but f... | |
| Compact receiver for bedroom I had the same needs. I bought an Arcam Solo Mini, It sounds great, is very easy to use, has a wonderful CD player. One of my favorite features is the various alarm and clock functions. it wakes me up with my favorite FM/npr station.I tried the Ar... | |
| Attn Vinyl lovers - what CD Player do you use? Sony SCD XA5400ES. I also have a McIntosh, and Arcam, and previously the Ayre CX7e. All are good, but I only listen to the Sony. It is phenomenal. | |
| CD vs. Vinyl My personal thoughts on this are as follows:Great Vinyl (player & Record) will always beat 'good' digital.Great Digital will always beat 'average vinyl'.Some days I like the ease and convenience of digital. Some days I love the process of putt... | |
| Anyone using Goldring Carts? Various manufacturers source their carts via Goldring. The Linn Adikt is a Goldring made cartridge. The high output ensures a good S/N ratio with midgrade receivers and integrateds.They are great bang for buck cartridges. | |
| To ARS Sonum/Merlins owners - Which CD player ? Another vote for the Sony 5400ES! My best match with my TSM-mme's. | |
| McIntosh MA6300 or 6500? I have owned and used both. If features, inputs and control are important to you the MA-6500 is my pick.If you are going to buy new and lower cost is important the 6300 is a fine choice.With my merlins and maggies I'm not sure there was a noticeab... | |
| Arcam C31 Preamp w/ Phono Stage I had the C31 for a year or so. Generally speaking Arcam is nice gear, but this preamp (Driving a P35 at the time) had an average phono section. I had to turn the volume way up even when using a 6mv high output moving magnet.The phono sound while ... | |
| Manley Snapper Monoblocks or Mcintosh MC252 Hello 3amadors,Your question is valid. I have owned the Dynaudio Special 25's, and had C1's home for a trial, so I have a little experience with them.In my room with my system I found the McIntosh to give the best sound. I use the MC402. I tried a... | |
| Merlin TSM comparisons Hi Rebbi,The rest of the system is McIntosh C2300 tube preamp, MC402 amp, VPI scout with Ortofon Moving coil, all Supra cables, Dynaudio stand 4 filled with sand and lead shot, Sony SCD XA5400-ES SACD/CD player, Also have a McIntosh MVP861 player,... |