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1: Speaker Asylum, AudioEngine Speakers Screaming At Me (0.00)
Posted by Beaglebump on 2016-07-25, 12:37:20 (67.60.104.140)
Came into my office this morning to find the powered speaker (L) of my A5's buzzing louder than a stadium megaphone. cabinet is very hot where the amp is housed. Woofer was moving like a tidal wave/tw .......
2: General Asylum, Atma-Sphere MP-1 mk3.3 phono stage thoughts (0.00)
Posted by Beaglebump on 2016-06-17, 12:05:25 (150.243.26.54)
Anyone had the opportunity to compare the mk3.3 phono stage sonic improvements to comparable outboard phono preamps? Strongly considering an MP-1 mk3.3, but concerned the phono stage presentation will .......
3: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Atma-Sphere MP-1 vs NAT Symmetrical (0.00)
Posted by Beaglebump on 2016-06-03, 13:00:07 (150.243.26.54)
Recently acquired a pr of Merrill's Veritas monoblocks and thoroughly enjoying the sonic improvements they have brought. However, don't seem to have great synergy with my existing Simaudio Moon P-5 pr .......
4: Shady Lane, HiFi Zetta - Legit? (0.00)
Posted by Beaglebump on 2016-02-11, 14:34:14 (150.243.209.1)
Is anyone familiar with and/or done business with HiFi Zetta? "Premium used audio equipment" online company, owned by Marco Zetta and based in Italy? Legit? .......
5: SET Asylum, RE: NAT Se2Se tube opinions (0.00)
Posted by Beaglebump on 2016-01-04, 13:19:50 (150.243.26.4)
That's a hefty endorsement of the 211 based version (always enjoyed Marc Mickelson's review of the CAT JL2). Have just been curious if anyone has heard an A/B against the GM70. Our Daedalus Athena sp .......
6: SET Asylum, NAT Se2Se tube opinions (0.00)
Posted by Beaglebump on 2016-01-02, 10:32:22 (150.243.26.4)
For those who have experience with the se2se monos, has anyone had the opportunity to compare the 211 vs GM70 tubes? In speaking with Dejan, he feels the switch to the GM70 is "a much better sound," s .......
7: Cable Asylum, jps sc3 vs aluminata speaker cables (0.00)
Posted by Beaglebump on 2013-09-09, 08:16:23 (150.243.26.17)
I've greatly enjoyed having the SC3 speaker cables in our system for some years now, but curious to know what differences/improvements I could expect by upgrading to the Aluminata. Cost difference bet .......
8: Vinyl Asylum, Garrard 100 Zero SC (0.00)
Posted by Beaglebump on 2013-06-26, 14:41:38 (150.243.26.17)
I have an opportunity to acquire a Garrard 100 Zero SC that, from all accounts, seems to be in excellent condition. Wood plinth, arm, platter, even the acrylic cover, are in immaculate condition. No c .......
9: Vintage Asylum, Garrard 100 Zero SC table (0.00)
Posted by Beaglebump on 2013-06-26, 14:39:50 (150.243.26.17)
I have an opportunity to acquire a Garrard 100 Zero SC that, from all accounts, seems to be in excellent condition. Wood plinth, arm, platter, even the acrylic cover are in immaculate condition. No ca .......
10: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Herron VTPH 2 vs EAR 834p (0.00)
Posted by Beaglebump on 2012-08-09, 13:43:41 (150.243.26.1)
Thought I would update on this thread: Ultimately went with the VTPH 2, as it presented so much more of the music unveiled than the EAR, at least within my system. Forever curious, I recently had an o .......
11: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Herron VTPH 2 vs EAR 834p (0.00)
Posted by Beaglebump on 2012-05-09, 15:38:26 (184.155.91.22)
I've tried it with various plugs, but agree that, for my situation, it sounds best unloaded. .......
12: Vinyl Asylum, Herron VTPH 2 vs EAR 834p (0.00)
Posted by Beaglebump on 2012-05-09, 09:53:05 (150.243.26.36)
Currently enjoying the opportunity to compare one of Keith's VTPH 2 to my current EAR 834p Deluxe in my system. I've rolled my share of tubes with the 834, but ultimately found the stock tubes the bes .......
13: Vinyl Asylum, VPI Scoutmaster Sig Upgrade Path? (0.00)
Posted by Beaglebump on 2012-01-29, 09:29:12 (184.155.82.211)
Seeking advice from experienced analog-ers: Have been enjoying what I consider a solid analog foundation for a few years now (Scoutmaster Sig. table, HRX center weight/periphery ring clamp, Sumiko Bla .......
14: Speaker Asylum, Wilson Benesch Curves vs. Daedalus Athena (0.00)
Posted by Beaglebump on 2011-06-19, 11:32:25 (72.24.186.174)
I'm about to take the plunge to improve upon our Meadowlark Ospreys of 7 yrs., and have narrowed it down to these two, after much research. No means of personal audition unfortunately, as we live in a .......
15: Vinyl Asylum, RE: scoutmaster platter problem (0.00)
Posted by Beaglebump on 2010-12-27, 12:32:03 (150.243.26.2)
Thanks all very much for your suggestions. Turned out it was a relatively simple solution. For whatever reason, previous owner cleaned out the platter and bearing shaft prior to shipping. I did not in .......
16: Vinyl Asylum, scoutmaster platter problem (0.00)
Posted by Beaglebump on 2010-12-26, 09:24:49 (24.116.128.181)
I'm likely overlooking something simple here, but would appreciate any suggestions from VPI owners. Recently acquired a Scoutmaster Sig. table, pre-owned, but truly in as-new condition. Problem: Set .......
17: Vinyl Asylum, RE: EAR 834p vs Tube Box (0.00)
Posted by Beaglebump on 2010-02-09, 15:23:37 (150.243.26.8)
You all have been very helpful - thank you for your perspectives, in particular 51nocaster for your your thoughts. I've enjoyed this all-Project/Sumiko set up for some yrs now, but have noted that the .......
18: Vinyl Asylum, EAR 834p vs Tube Box (0.00)
Posted by Beaglebump on 2010-02-05, 13:21:42 (150.243.26.8)
Anyone had experience A/B-ing these tube phono pieces? I have a rather homogeneous Project/Sumiko analog rig that sounds fine (Xperience table, Blackbird cart, Speed Box, and Tube Box), but have an ex .......
19: Cable Asylum, Isoclean 106 II power bar (0.00)
Posted by Beaglebump on 2009-12-17, 11:40:33 (150.243.26.8)
Recently added this bar w/ an Isoclean Focus pc to my system below for the pre, amp, and digital source. Sub is direct to wall. For 2 weeks now I've been A/B-ing it with - believe it or not - a Rat Sh .......
20: Speaker Asylum, Dynaudio Focus 360 (0.00)
Posted by Beaglebump on 2009-10-21, 19:25:05 (150.243.26.8)
Interested in impressions/experiences with this (relatively) new line up in the Focus series. Interested in going a new direction from my current Meadowlark Ospreys, and these caught my attention via .......
21: Cable Asylum, HT Pro 11 vs Pro 11 + (0.00)
Posted by Beaglebump on 2009-09-08, 15:08:02 (150.243.26.8)
Can anyone tell me the design/construction differences bet. Harmonic Tech Pro 11 vs Pro 11 +? .......
22: Cable Asylum, speaker cable upgrade recs (0.00)
Posted by Beaglebump on 2008-11-30, 09:37:48 (24.117.100.143)
Looking for audition recommendations for all who may have experience with similar equipment. I've had 12' mono runs of Harmonic Tech Pro 11+ bet. Meadowlark Ospreys and Simaudio Moon W5/P5 power plant .......
23: Cable Asylum, speaker cable recs for my system (0.00)
Posted by Beaglebump on 2008-10-15, 08:37:39 (150.243.26.3)
Would like to open auditions in our system to perhaps improve on speaker cabling, and seek any/all suggestions from experience. Currently have 12ft. runs of HT Pro 11 Plus (singles w/ HT jumpers) betw .......
24: Cable Asylum, Nordost Shiva, Vishnu, Brahma (0.00)
Posted by Beaglebump on 2008-06-06, 08:37:47 (67.60.13.220)
Looking to discover the "black magic" of after-market pcs for my Esoteric x-03se, and recently a/b'd the stock cord with the Shiva and a TG Audio SLVR. Though I really enjoy the clarity, balance, and .......
25: Cable Asylum, pc recommendations for Esoteric x-03SE (0.00)
Posted by Beaglebump on 2008-05-05, 14:13:50 (150.243.26.3)
Recently acquired an Esoteric X-03SE (wow, and what an upgrade!). Still running the stock pc, and curious to know from inmates who may have this player what after-market power cord you've found to be .......
26: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Re: preamp/amp hum (0.00)
Posted by Beaglebump on 2007-01-04, 13:10:31 (150.243.26.8)
Both the P-5 and W-5 have dual-mono/toroidal transformers. I agree that this probably the source (primarily from the P-5). Still unsure why this has developed, partic. in that both units are only appr .......
27: Amp/Preamp Asylum, preamp/amp hum (0.00)
Posted by Beaglebump on 2006-12-30, 10:00:44 (150.243.26.8)
Recently have developed a problem between my Simaudio P-5 preamp/W-5 amp. I've now had three occasions in as many weeks where the preamp sounds like it has developed a ground hum - definitely audible, .......
28: Tweakers' Asylum, A better power strip (0.00)
Posted by Beaglebump on 2006-12-29, 13:11:26 (150.243.26.8)
I am in need of, for lack of another term, an audiophile quality power strip (6-8 plug). Now with ca. 25 grand invested in my audio system, perhaps there is something out there that could better the p .......
29: Digital Drive, Sim Moon Eclipse - Stock, Mod, or LE? (0.00)
Posted by Beaglebump on 2006-09-22, 08:20:39 (150.243.26.8)
I have a Sim Moon W-5/P-5 combo, and have been auditioning over the past year for an upgrade to my digital source. I'm pretty sold on the Eclipse (only auditioned the stock version). When fully balanc .......
30: Digital Drive, Sim Audio Moon Eclipse - stock, mod, or LE? (0.00)
Posted by Beaglebump on 2006-09-12, 16:56:25 (150.243.26.8)
I am greatly enjoying my Sim Moon W-5/P-5 combo, partic. now that I'm finally running them balanced! In auditioning over the past year for an upgrade to my digital source, I'm pretty sold on the Eclip .......
31: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Cable recs please for Sim Moon P-5/W-5 (0.00)
Posted by Beaglebump on 2006-08-01, 15:26:18 (150.243.26.8)
Just purchased a Moon P-5/W-5 combo, and would like to ask other owners of the same as to their best recommendations on an xlr cable between the two? Would like to keep $ in the 500.00/ 1m gently used .......
32: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Sim W-5/P-5 owners question (0.00)
Posted by Beaglebump on 2006-04-23, 08:38:47 (150.243.26.29)
I recently purchased a Sim Moon P-5 to companion my W-5 amp. My question is, although I generally leave the amp powered up all the time, should I power down the P-5 power supply along with the preamp .......
33: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Conrad Johnson vs. Sim Moon taste tests (0.00)
Posted by Beaglebump on 2006-04-12, 15:34:35 (150.243.26.29)
Before I actually begin the process myself in a few weeks, I'm curious to know if anyone has done any A-B time between Conrad Johnson ss pieces (e.g. 2500A) and Sim Moon (W-5). Beyond the subjective, .......
34: Speaker Asylum, Conrad Johnson vs. Sim Moon taste tests (0.00)
Posted by Beaglebump on 2006-04-12, 15:07:29 (150.243.26.29)
Before I actually begin the process myself in a few weeks, I'm curious to know if anyone has done any A-B time between Conrad Johnson ss pieces (e.g. 2500A) and Sim Moon (W-5). Beyond the subjective, .......
35: Speaker Asylum, Re: Hard to believe (0.00)
Posted by Beaglebump on 2006-03-20, 12:39:32 (150.243.26.29)
Thank you for your recommendations Plantsman. I agree with you in that the Super Twos do have something of an ill-defined bass. Full enough, just not well-defined. Thus the reason I added the Velodyne .......
36: Speaker Asylum, Ospreys...what am I missing here? (0.00)
Posted by Beaglebump on 2006-03-20, 09:16:15 (150.243.26.29)
I am currently auditioning a pair of mint Meadowlark Ospreys from a fellow 'phile, with the intent of upgrading from my current NHT Super Twos. I have to say that, although I've really enjoyed my Supe .......
37: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Re: sound problems w/ C-J amp/preamp-please advise (0.00)
Posted by Beaglebump on 2006-03-06, 07:58:10 (150.243.26.29)
Thank you Stu for your advice and assistance. .......
38: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Re: sound problems w/ C-J amp/preamp-please advise (0.00)
Posted by Beaglebump on 2006-03-05, 14:24:06 (150.243.26.29)
Many thanks Stu. I'll try the cheater plug idea. I just plug (which is 3-prong) the amp into this, then to the outlet w/o any ground wire, etc.? On the inverting phase issue w/ the PR18LS, perhaps I h .......
39: Amp/Preamp Asylum, sound problems w/ C-J amp/preamp-please advise (0.00)
Posted by Beaglebump on 2006-03-05, 13:40:03 (150.243.26.29)
I must be missing something simple, so apologies for this one, as I'm relatively new to audiophile equipment: Just wired in a Conrad Johnson 2500A amp/PR18LS preamp combo. I drive a pair of Meadowlar .......
40: Vinyl Asylum, phono preamp recommendations please (0.00)
Posted by Beaglebump on 2006-02-28, 15:39:15 (150.243.26.29)
Recently acquired a Conrad Johnson 2500A amp/P18LS preamp combo, and would like to ask audition recommendations as to a good phono stage? Would like to keep it in the $500-800 lightly used range. Coul .......
41: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Re: phono preamp recommendations please (0.00)
Posted by Beaglebump on 2006-02-28, 14:49:26 (150.243.26.29)
My thanks to all of you for your great suggestions, both posted and emailed. I should mention that my table is a Pro-ject Xperience w/ an Ortofon X1-MC cart (high output). Another long-time-coming upg .......
42: Amp/Preamp Asylum, phono preamp recommendations please (0.00)
Posted by Beaglebump on 2006-02-26, 12:32:06 (150.243.26.29)
Well, after 21 yrs., I recently sold my tried and true NAD 1130, 2200, combo in favor of a Conrad Johnson 2500A/Premier 18LS combo. Initially all I can say is, wow, what a quantum leap forward from ev .......
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