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DAC upgrade
ghdprentice, I'm having a discussion based on my experience. I don't think your being argumentative, you're stating your opinion based on your experience. My opinion differs from yours. I submit there are too many variables, including cables, pow... 
DAC upgrade
ghdprentice, I agree to a certain extent, because the room impacts the sound as well. My point is a system with the same components can sound different due to the room’s influence.    Based on my recent experience going from GIK Acoustics to Ar... 
DAC upgrade
Sometimes I think we forget it’s a "system". No one can predict how a DAC or any component will sound in a particular system. I’ve owned and/or listened to the following DACs in my system... Jeff Rowland Aeris, PS Audio Directstream, Rockna Signat... 
Jay's audio, exciting new podcast tomorrow
"So I think we should cherish Jay for all his efforts." "We" should cherish him for doing a job that he gets paid to do? He isn't doing it out of the kindness of his heart, he earns money from his efforts.   
Jeff Rowland, what happened ?
I've had multiple conversation with Mr. Rowland over the years. It's so refreshing to have a conversation with someone in the audio industry that's so down to earth and humble.  
Subwoofers and Crossovers
I like to preface my comments with I don't believe in absolutes in audio, only preferences. Years ago I owned JL Audio F112 v2 with the CR-1. Despite calling JL Audio for assistance with setting up the CR-1, I thought the CR-1 was a waste of money... 
Upgrade my HiFi setup!
You’re welcome. I do own Monitor Audio speakers. I’ve had Monitor Audio PL500 II speakers since 2016. I think they are very underrated and can sound great in the right room, with the right components.  
Upgrade my HiFi setup!
nadav1ktz, "I’m looking for is with the sound quality the speaker produced, soundstage, details, dynamics and transparency." I’ll preface my comments with all room/systems are different, but I’ll share my experience with you. I often debate abou... 
Room treatment
3ma Audio installed some of my Artnovion Acoustics panels yesterday. I'm still waiting for bass traps and a couple panels for the rear wall. The sonic and aesthetic differences are easily discernible. Changing from GIK to Artnovion is equivalent t... 
Room treatment
In preparation of receiving new room treatment I removed my GIK acoustic panels. I'm replacing GIK with Artnovion Acoustics panels. I listened to music a few nights ago without room treatment. I discovered my system benefits from room treatment mo... 
How do I know if I need a sub woofer?
I agree with soix.  
Projectors now vs 15 years ago
I love my Sony projector.  
Has a Power Conditioner Improved Your Sound?
Try to geta home audition of a Torus RM20.  
Experience with stacked subwoofers?
Everyone hears differently and has different values regarding audio purchases. I've heard several systems with REL 6-packs. I didn't like the sound of any of the systems I've listened to with 6-packs. I actually own dual REL subs, so I'm not being... 
Ice fans for listening during warm/hot days
I had a mini-split installed in my listening room. It's quieter than the fan that I was using.