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Long intereconnects - Phono to Pre?
Thanks for the tips. I'll try it out and see what happens! 
Simaudio I7 vs P5.3/W5.3
Hi Patrick,Yes I bypassed the gain stage using the A4 input. I used an Aesthetix Calypso to bypass the Sim's pre - it was a pretty huge improvement (though I suppose that it should be, for the price difference).Nirav 
Simaudio I7 vs P5.3/W5.3
I second Valinar's comments. I've used the I5 as an integrated, and then bypassed its internal pre so that it was used as an amp-only. The improvements were dramatic.I've read other post(s) in the past from users who have been disappointed with th... 
Turntable/Arm/Cart for Classic Rock; $1500 budget
Thanks for the advice, everyone.I am definitely interested in direct drive because of its reputed ability to get dynamics right, but am worried about the SL1200/1210's ability to nail some of the other things I care about (low noise floor, micrody... 
Turntable/Arm/Cart for Classic Rock; $1500 budget
Thanks everyone for the thoughtful responses.I think, based on comments, that my interest in the Basis is well-founded, and I'll keep an eye out for a 1400 on Audiogon. I like that it seems to be one of the better-built tables at this price (not s... 
Aesthetix Calypso Gain Setting
Thanks David,I revised the gain settings and am happy with the change! I appreciate your detailed instructions.Nirav 
Tube pre to mate with a Simaudio amp and Dynaudio
Update...bought an Aesthetix Calypso...am very happy with it. 
Tube pre to mate with a Simaudio amp and Dynaudio
Bradpaton - What preamp are you using (I am still using the I-5 but want to get a W3 sometime soonish) 
Where to buy 15' Naim Wiremold?
Followup:I did not want to buy from Gene Rubin. I hear he's a great guy, but the markup is just too high when buying through Naim dealers.I shot an email over to Wiremold and received the following response:Hello -Yes - this is a stocked custom pr... 
best ? ss integrated for Dynaudio Contour 1.3SE
I am using 1.3SEs with a SimAudio I-5 with great success for the past year.It does not appear that my I-5 is underpowering the 1.3SEs. This may be for two reasons - I'm listening in a medium-sized (not small) room and the I-5 is relatively high-cu... 
VINCE YOUNG On hi def?
Young had a phenomenal game yesterday.That being said, I share Tvad's concerns. NFL backs will not miss tackles the way that USC did.Still, Young earned himself a high draft pick last night, and if he can keep it up I will enjoy watching him play ... 
Audio shops in Boston
I have had two great experiences at Goodwin's High End. They treat me well even though I am quite young.They also have a wide variety of equipment and some well-thought out listening rooms. 
Simaudio I-5 and Dynaudio Contour S 1.4
Borrow a W-3 power-amp from your local dealer and use your I-5 as a pre. Then decide for yourself if you could use more power. 
Attention to anyone on Texas Gulf Coast
The fact that climate has changed on its own in the past does not refute claims that recent climate change is human-induced. There are better arguments to be made against the claim that humans are the cause of global warming.I am not yet convinced... 
does a sim audio I-5 have enough power for 1.3se?
Answer to my previous question.I bought a Sim I-5 for the 1.3SE. Am running the setup in a medium size room (~20" x ~20") and it sounds great.nirav