All I have is knowledge that I would love to share. Many of these things will transition to home theater as well, but there are more variables there that might decrease the impact they will have. I don't expect any condescension, but I wanted to preface my post at any rate.
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It has been a while since I posted here as I've been busy but I wanted to reach out to everyone. I know this site focuses more on HT and dual purpose rigs, but I wanted to offer up my opinions on any topics regarding dedicated 2 channel systems you guys might be curious about...
The heart of a tube amp is in the transformer and this is where a good manufacturers amp will shine over DIY. This is even more important on SET and SEP amps. This is an area where MastersounD shines and is why I consider them strong values even though they aren’t cheap.
This is not to say you...
I'll offer up some input from the 2 channel side of things vs the home theater side. If you intend to use Dirac, I'd advise against using a separate DAC. If you have an inkling to try it, you could try to use your 205 as a USB DAC and then use your NAD (if it has USB input) as the DAC. If you...
This is short notice but the invite is here. This event is mainly 2 channel oriented but there is a plethora of gear that will be available to play with, and all of it is for sale.
Date: October 20, 2018
Time: 1:00 PM to end
Location: Arlington, TX (I will send address to those who need it)...
Perception is one thing - training is another. Ask Joe Shmoe if he can call out long distances and you're going to get varied results. Focus on guys who go to the range frequently and you're going to get a much tighter bullseye if you will.
I only spoke about the 5JR so as not to blame it as...
The 5JR uses the SL2000 tweeter which is notoriously bad and hated even among the Polk enthusiasts. The RD 0194 and RD0198 is a current, drop-in replacement that transforms these older monitors from Polk.
As far as measurements go, they are but one tool because tone is but one tool. I don't...
Denon and Marantz is fine. Onkyo and Pioneer I see as two failing companies trying to get back on track. The average consumer might not understand that statement, but those in the industry will.
The thing about Denon and Marantz is that Denon still focuses mainly on latest technology and...
I disagree with your first post Matt, especially the comment about D sounding like tubes. Never have I thought that. I've still yet to hear Class D sound natural, but I have heard several A/B amps deliver in that category. The better Class D amps I've heard get the tone right, but nothing...
When it comes to solid state I prefer A/B over all others. While Class A is supposedly top dog, I don't like the size of the images I get from those I've tried. The image sounds like its the width of a pencil, regardless of what the source of the sound is. With Class D, I find the 'hifi' amps...
While that is true, I'd rather have a superior unit with a lesser chip than a lesser unit with a superior chip. Of course, then you have chipless DAC's that throw that notion completely out the window.
Chips do have their own sound, but the bigger determinant has always been everything surrounding the chip. It gets tiring seeing individuals who think all DAC's sound the same and don't take into consideration anything but the chip.
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