johnto
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| Integrateds: Why do they all SUCK? The Parasound 2.1 integrated give excellent bang for the buck. Everything you need in one place. | |
| Magnepan's 1.7i c/w 2 DWM bass panels v 3.7i I had a pair of Emo xpa 1l monos that kept blowing driving my Maggie 1.7 not sure on how the xpa-2 would match up. Switched to a Parasound Halo and everything is great. Also upgraded to 3.7i a big step up from the 1.7.You can go used and save a fe... | |
| Budget American made speakers? Philharmonic speakers also has some very nice offerings in this size and price range. | |
| HI-FI NEWBIE NEEDS HELP! I had Maggie 1.7 and just upgraded to 3.7i and can tell you the Parasound Halo 2.1 is a wonderful pairing. You have everything you need in this integrated. Usually demos or slightly used ones show up for around $1600.Had Emos previously even with ... | |
| Emotiva xpa 2 gen 2 power amp Had a pair of 1L mono blocks for my Maggie 1.7 and amps kept blowing finally got rid of them and settled on a Parasound 2.1 integrated which has had no problem with the speakers. Big improvements in sound and staging. The emos are rated high watt ... | |
| phono pre with Parasound halo 2.1 integrated I had a Sumiko blue point evo3 just switched to an Ortofon quintet blue.I was trying to stay under $500 (new or used)but no sure if I’d hear any improvements at that level. | |
| Cartridge help Thanks for all the suggestion so far. I used the VPI alignment jig for set up. | |
| Greatest Rock Drummers bdp24 thanks for all the insight, I went back and saw your mention of J.Gordon. How lucky you are to have on of his sets. | |
| What's Next The new Maggnepan 30.7 is receiving awesome reviews and fits within your budget , I would think it is well worth a listen. | |
| Greatest Rock Drummers Wow surprised no one mentioned Jim Gordon who played with Clspton, Derek and the Dominoes, George Harrison, Bonnie and Delaney and many others. He was on everyones A list till he landed in jail. As Mr Baker said most drummers just can't swing. | |
| Parasound Halo Integrated Buzz/Hum I am also having a hum buzz problem with my 2.1 in the phono section. The amp is integrated is about 14 months old with problem starting approximately 5 months ago.Like you I unplugged everything except the speakers problem still present, moved th... | |
| Speaker suggestions – Possible Magnepan 3.6R or Dunlavy SC-IV I second the 1.7i, paired with a good sub you will have great sound. You should be able to find a nice used pair in the $1300 to $1600 range. | |
| Dude, where's my bass? Oh, lost to stiffened rubber surrounds...who knew? I've had several friends get speaker surrounds fixed they will sound good as new once broken in.It maybe a good time to check crossover components too . | |
| Magneplanar Listening Comparison 1.7 vs. 3.7 Speakers Having owned both 1.7 i and now 3.7i I completely agree with don_c55. my room is 12 x 15 and the 3.7i speakers sound fab. Definitely more weight and sound pressure too. | |
| New to Magnepan, a volume question I second the Maggie ,Parasound Integrated recommendations . I used one with 1.7i for a year and just took a step up to the 3.7i the sound is fast and musical with plenty of power. You can always go the used route for $1500 - $1800. The phono secti... |