philjolet
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| Positioning Magneplanars for Optimum Performance I found that going to a really powerful amp like an Innersound ESL, will liven up a Maggie in an unbelievable way. Those speakers never have enough power. Give them at least 500 watts with tons of current, (if you do not have that already) see if ... | |
| Positioning Magneplanars for Optimum Performance This may not work with the tympanis but, with my 1.6's I know that if I move them farther into the room (out to 5 feet instead of say 3 feet) the lower bass will be more apparent in relation to the rest of the spectrum. This seems more natural to ... | |
| How do I start? Speakers first is the rule for everyone. Match them to your room and musical tastes then get an amp that will drive them, fine tune the sound with wire. | |
| VTL Deluxe pre amp I have a Plinius SA100 MKIII. I just replaced Rogue Magnum 120 monoblocks (3 12AX7's and 4 6550's per side) and the Plinius loses a little in the midrange and is more detailed top to bottom and far better bass definition and nuance. Overall the Pl... | |
| VTL Deluxe pre amp WOW I did not know it cost that much. I thought the Ultimate cost around $3000 and that the Super Deluxe was farther down. I am sure it is very nice. Have you heard the Ultimate?The phono stage in the Rogue is supposed to be about as good as the E... | |
| VTL Deluxe pre amp My Rogue 99 is a pre amp with 4 6sn7's and if you buy the phono stage there are 2 12ax7's and you can put 2 of either (the usual) 12ax7, 12at7 or 12au7, depending on the gain you need. Mark told me only one tube in the input and output (I believe ... | |
| Review: Nordost Blue Heaven Speaker cable I like them very much too but, as some Audiogoners would agree with, they are a little thin in the lower mids and over time they do not serve the music (in my system). They are wonderfully extended in the highs and lows and very detailed and nuanc... | |
| Best live album you've ever heard? Johnny Winter And Live is the best Trich727 you are right.Also thank you to Elgordo for Bravo Brubeck, the day I read this post I was at the music store and found Bravo Brubeck (vinyl used $3) and it is really tasty (I am listening now) Good Call! | |
| VTL Deluxe pre amp Thank you guys very much now I know what tubes to buy however, the reason I ask if any of the tubes are more important is because on my Rogue 99 Mark O'brien told me the phono tubes on the left (when looking from the front of the unit) actually co... | |
| which Alpha Core MI2 is the one to buy? Sean, thank you very much. I understand completely now. | |
| Plinius 8200P or Bryston 3B-SST for Maggie 1.6 QRs I know someone very knowledgeable who thinks the Plinius 8200P is better than the Innersound amp with 1.6's. If that is true than you should try to listen to one as the Innersound amp in my sytem was very nice indeed.I now have the Plinius SA100 M... | |
| Is it too mismatched to pair Maggie 1.6 & NAD 370? After using tube amps with my maggie 1.6's I finally ended up with solid state. I now have a Plinius amp with about 175 watts into 4 OHMS and feel it is just enough power. I know I listen louder than most people but the point is these speakers suc... | |
| What is the minmimum room size for Magnepan? I do not think my Plinius has enough power with 175 watts into 4 OHMS, I would guess around 400 - 500 watts with a lot of current would max them out.I know this sounds like a lot but I would like more power with my setup, and the Innersound setup ... | |
| What is the minmimum room size for Magnepan? I believe most people think the tweeter/midrange panel is at their limit but in fact it is the power amplifier that is running out of power. Clearly this was the case when I had the Innersound amp like I mentioned in the above post. Even with my P... | |
| What is the minmimum room size for Magnepan? The 1.6's sound best at least 5 feet away from the rear wall and at least 2 feet from the side walls (preferably 3-4 feet). You should sit at least 10 feet away and 15 is about the right distance for me. All these distance vary of course per perso... |