jg2077
Responses from jg2077
| Boulder phono stage @Gavman I settled on and purchased a Boulder 2008. I'm satisfied with the results...excellent unit, I highly recommend it. I'm still using the Boulder 2010 linestage. Regards, Jose | |
| Speaker cabels for dark sounding speakers? I agree. See if you can borrow some Nordost Valhalla and have a listen. If it doesn't work to your satisfaction, return them...easy.Jose. | |
| Can anyone recommend an FM Receiver that would play into a relatively high end system? McIntosh Mr-67, excellent unit.Good luck in your search, Jose | |
| The best speakers over 50K Rockport Altair II or Cygnus.Good luck, Jose | |
| Threshold, Levinson, Bryston, Krell, ?others? used amps Pyramid Audio in Austin Texas, is an authorized service center for ML gear. They have the experience and knowledge required to fix any of the ML gear mentioned thus far. No vested interest in Pyramid Audio, I'm a very satisfied customer. Good ... | |
| Wilson Alexia 2 I heard Alexia 1s, powered by Gryphon Mephisto for a long period of time. I highly recommend the pairing. I own big Pass, Krell, Boulder and ML amps (all mono-blocks), was thinking of buying Alexia 1s...but, want to audition the 2sGood luck, Jose | |
| Best isolation platform for a turntable with suspension? I have my Basis TT on top of a large BDR shelf.My reference TT without suspension rests FLAT on top of a CMS shelf, it works great.Good luck,Jose | |
| High Powered Holographic Amplifiers I have used and currently own the following, Krell KAS (class A)ML 33H (class A/B)AR 150Vitus SM 101 (sold)Coda S100 (class A)Other amps not worth mentioning. Pass XS 300 (currently using)Pass XS is better than any of the above!! They run HOT , ... | |
| Looking for phono preamp suggestions I have never heard "the grail", so I am not qualified to compare. What I do know, is that the Boulder 2008 is outstanding. The 1008 has the same DNA... I believe, the cartridge your after deserves a quality phono.I use the following carts,Otofo... | |
| How Long Did It Take You To Build Your Dream Setup? I have been at it since the age of 13. like (Sgreg1), most of my purchases made from grass cutting funds.My parents had a big, all in one console; my father plaid a record every evening while having dinner. listening to music is a way of life fo... | |
| Looking for phono preamp suggestions I second and highly recommend the Boulder 1008 or 2008.I also own a DSA phono. all the load settings (many options) are located in the front of the unit, and thus changes are easy and near-infinite.The Ypsilon is another great option.Good luck,Jose | |
| Do these woofers look right on these Dunlavys IVA's? @pryso. I'm looking to upgrade. I'm not sure where to start.I also have a pair of MBL 111F; I enjoy their speed and focus, however, they lack the mid range magic of the Duntech.I was thinking of auditioning some Rockport or Magico.Best,Jose | |
| Do these woofers look right on these Dunlavys IVA's? I have a pair of Duntech Princess; I love these speakers.Best,Jose | |
| Are integrated amps technically better than separates? I would like to share my PC experience, however, I will not mention the "high end/boutique" brands used.The amps I use are Krell KAS dual chassis monoblocs. These, have a built in volt meter on the bottom chassis, which show/read power coming in ... | |
| In the middle of a pandemic, Stereophile reviews ~ $30K equipment While at this years Florida Audio Expo; I listened to the class "A" Aavik 300 watt amps driving Borresen speakers. In my opinion; it was one of the better systems/rooms. I don't have an issue with magazines pushing unobtanium products. best,Jose |