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1: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Ditto (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2024-01-24, 17:17:48 (120.152.33.19)
I fell for the tale of woe when the factory burnt down in the mid 70's and bought the Crown Pre/powerAmp--support the workers rebuild etc/etc. The combination sounded terrible must've heard me as the .......
2: General Asylum, RE: Focal? (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2024-01-15, 16:49:30 (120.152.33.19)
Well in this Australian dealer Focal is almost being thrown out the door-- Ok if you want a bargain I suppose! D .......
3: General Asylum, Rare pic of Walter Fields of NBS and Speaker (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2024-01-10, 17:19:13 (120.152.33.19)
Yes agree he is more synonymous with His End cables but did have this "brave" venture into Speaker and and matching Amplifier system. I've heard the setup and it was intriguingly different but out .......
4: Digital Drive, RE: dCS Scarlatti vs. Modern Dacs up to $10k. (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2023-12-14, 18:23:08 (120.152.33.19)
Having heard at length the Scarlatti with Avalon / Rowland /etc --it remains one of my favourite Dac's At the used pricing now it is an absolute bargain. Of the units you mentioned I've auditioned 2 o .......
5: Tweakers' Asylum, Me too! (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2023-12-01, 17:43:44 (101.167.66.71)
Ha! Run its money's worth alright--still some left. D .......
6: Tubes Asylum, RE: Brimar 12BH7 tubes (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2023-08-16, 19:51:18 (101.167.55.114)
Hi. I use these too--I must admit the Type face etc looks different to 60's units--but if genuine then he's onto bargain alright! Des .......
7: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Audio Directions SD (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2023-06-23, 19:54:18 (101.167.55.114)
Ah yes Ike the name escaped me--correct ,he seemed a troubled soul whenever I had conversation with him--the Mum always stepped in to right the ship-ha! I did enjoy my visits though--thank you for the .......
8: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Thank you Lummy (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2023-06-22, 21:27:09 (101.167.55.114)
Thank you for taking the time to relay Stu's timeline--don't know if he was the one I used to deal with though-- My contact there was small Asian/Island gentleman black hair but small in stature and .......
9: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Audio Directions SD no relation (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2023-06-22, 21:19:47 (101.167.55.114)
Yes the San Diego Shop I knew well--run by the Marine Vet and his Mother, they had some interesting stuff alright. I remember hearing what was at the time was the finest Phono stage I 'd ever heard -t .......
10: Amp/Preamp Asylum, I remember Audio Directions Honolulu- (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2023-06-21, 20:36:34 (101.167.55.114)
I bought my Breuer Tonearms from them in the 80's --they still operating ? Des .......
11: General Asylum, I heard the full Versions too- (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2023-06-21, 20:30:48 (101.167.55.114)
The 80's at Neil Sinclair's Absolute Audio in Santa Ana-sounded very good --till poor Evelyn wound up the wick and took out the Plasmas. RIPTweeties! Des .......
12: General Asylum, Me too!--nice pics Abe thank you for posting. nt (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2023-06-14, 19:22:04 (101.167.55.114)
NT Des .......
13: Digital Drive, Maybe not so K? (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2023-06-05, 18:54:01 (101.167.55.114)
I just had my 555 Drive replaced and had the previous one returned to me for spare!( still measuring fine hardly used last 3 years!)-plus had new "Main Brain" full service kit undertaken some other bi .......
14: General Asylum, Agree tremendous presence --and Mono ! (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2023-05-20, 21:00:06 (120.152.5.202)
I might put Julie London ( Cry me etc )and Peggy Lee ( Fever)in the other "Gender " Cat. Des .......
15: Digital Drive, RE: Fine no problem (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2023-05-14, 22:05:25 (120.152.5.202)
The Naim Players under the 555 use the CDM-9 Drive also--Naim sell a magnetic puck for the drive maybe your tech can adapt one of those? Des .......
16: Digital Drive, Fine no problem (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2023-05-14, 21:51:46 (120.152.5.202)
I thought maybe that site may have had other spares available --hope you can sort it. Did you see the near mint Mephisto on Agon? Good luck, Des .......
17: Digital Drive, Just a thought-- (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2023-05-12, 18:22:09 (120.152.5.202)
Firstly let me say that is one super player/Transport--I have friend with one also--still going strong! If you just can get by with the magnetic/puck piece /etc give these folks a call--they saved my .......
18: General Asylum, OK.. (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2023-04-26, 19:03:58 (120.152.5.202)
No problem Cambridge Audio CXN V2 Network Player and Cambridge Audio AXR100 Stereo Receiver TT Project Debut --with the Lid could be the pro version Des .......
19: General Asylum, I've heard them playing -and self destructing! (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2023-03-07, 18:00:20 (120.152.5.202)
Neil Sinclair's Absolute Audio store Santa Ana private demo-sound and "smellavision" whoo Ozone galore alright( it wasn't SFHX--I was used to that owning Dayton Wrights!). Neil went to answer the P .......
20: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Michael Fremer's Listening Room (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2023-02-26, 17:43:32 (120.152.5.202)
Love him or the other-- this is the way an informative audio 53 mins should be presented I thought it was excellent-thank you for posting . Des .......
21: Films/DVD Asylum, Ballsups have happened before-- (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2023-01-17, 19:56:56 (120.152.5.202)
Who the hell saw Milk-- and voted for Penn? The warts and all performance from the boots of a cast aside clawing his way back into actor respectability--and leaving nothing in the tank deserved the a .......
22: General Asylum, I ticked the latter !-nt: (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2023-01-07, 18:15:49 (120.152.5.202)
nt Des .......
23: General Asylum, I get asked if I'm a Human or a Moron nt: (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2023-01-05, 18:34:41 (120.152.5.202)
NT D .......
24: Films/DVD Asylum, Yep good list -plus-- (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2022-12-23, 21:48:59 (120.152.5.202)
In the Heat of the Night The Searchers French Connection Bullit Riffi Once Upon a Time in the West etc /etc D .......
25: Films/DVD Asylum, Luhrmann's Stinker--Moulin Rouge?--someones having' a larf ! (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2022-12-21, 20:15:16 (120.152.5.202)
No Wages of fear The battle for Algiers All quiet on the Western front( original) Paths of Glory etc etc Meh! Des .......
26: Films/DVD Asylum, It's Baz Luhrmann does Bullet Train-- (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2022-11-17, 18:45:13 (120.152.5.202)
And both suck! D .......
27: General Asylum, The Man with no NAIM (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2022-10-21, 18:49:35 (120.152.5.202)
You made me do it! Des .......
28: Vinyl Asylum, Man with the Golden Arm (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2022-10-20, 19:47:41 (120.152.5.202)
Who's can forget the main title theme--just hit so hard! Des .......
29: General Asylum, Thumbs up for Chris from Moi 2! (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2022-10-16, 19:33:59 (101.183.130.167)
NT Des .......
30: Films/DVD Asylum, Drug Addicts hitting bottom-- (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2022-10-10, 18:22:37 (101.183.130.167)
Hmm--if you get a chance--take a gander at Man with the Golden Arm--Sinatra to the fore-plus the soundtrack/etc/etc. Des .......
31: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Wood platter turntables? (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2022-10-07, 18:35:12 (101.183.130.167)
Audio Consulting of Switzerland Des .......
32: General Asylum, Grateful -appreciate the effort Guys! nt (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2022-10-02, 17:52:52 (101.183.130.167)
NT D .......
33: General Asylum, Eh- no Hoyt Axton, Bobby Bare ? (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2022-09-03, 20:02:49 (101.183.130.167)
Thank you for the posting though--TayTay at 10 --seriously??? Some strange fruit rated alright Des .......
34: Digital Drive, RE: Bonefish (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2022-09-02, 21:28:25 (101.183.130.167)
Yoh CT, Bayview Heights /Port Douglas Far North Qld gateway to the Great Barrier Reef ! Ah Hervey Bay --the Minkes are running now down there. Yes as a mad fisher kid the Bonefish always intrigued me .......
35: Digital Drive, Bonefish (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2022-09-01, 20:27:15 (101.183.130.167)
Luv it-- Best thing on your post kudos--keep it up!! Des .......
36: Critic's Corner, Yes but-- (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2022-08-29, 19:59:26 (101.183.130.167)
In the flick--The Big Country didn't Charlton Heston leap outa bed and go both pins at once in the stride's?? Really cool! D .......
37: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Last list price was $9k fir SYD 9 table (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2022-08-19, 19:40:46 (101.183.130.167)
Ive owned the S9--excellent tt mated with the Ortofon A90 gave sonic bliss my mind anyway. Simon was a hoot to deal with a Devil may care to the world -loved his Art books and winery. Interesting t .......
38: General Asylum, Yes-does taste like it's been drunk before. nt (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2022-08-18, 21:14:52 (101.183.130.167)
nt D .......
39: Cable Asylum, RE: RIP Chris Sommovigo (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2022-08-17, 00:02:18 (101.183.130.167)
I counted him as good friend so young taken at 55. RIP Chris Des .......
40: Vinyl Asylum, Try This (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2022-08-03, 20:58:57 (101.183.130.167)
Aust dollars too--1 AUD = 0.695299 USD so you win BIG! D .......
41: General Asylum, Thanks Rod for the pics and info-kudos! nt (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2022-08-03, 20:47:39 (101.183.130.167)
NT Des .......
42: Films/DVD Asylum, Oh-- (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2022-07-26, 20:40:57 (101.183.130.167)
Really?--I guess I didn't read nor hear that--apologies to Jeff --Luv his work previous! Des .......
43: Films/DVD Asylum, Yep you didn't miss much (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2022-07-25, 20:55:35 (101.183.130.167)
Lumbered alright-so much Lithgow angst makes one nauseous --unlikable daughter I knew in the end she was shifty--and screwed them all with bodies in her wake Ending --duhh--obvious season 2 to follow- .......
44: Films/DVD Asylum, Ep Seven's been and gone--all finished sorta OK nt. (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2022-07-23, 19:05:13 (101.183.130.167)
nt D .......
45: General Asylum, Yes but (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2022-07-16, 22:09:44 (120.152.48.22)
The ability of my old buddy Doug Rogers at East West in LA to "sell" the music industry professionals his "manufactured"Violins /drums/horns.cowbells/etc /etc for over 27 odd years goes to show the st .......
46: Films/DVD Asylum, Indeed Top movie --Joel Grey- (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2022-07-12, 20:14:00 (120.152.48.22)
Pops up in The Old man currently showing. Des .......
47: Films/DVD Asylum, RE: Only one question (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2022-07-06, 20:37:27 (120.152.48.22)
Dogs plural--not up to 4-have'nt seen past that. Unless there is a Ramsey Bolton moment lurking in the future. D .......
48: Films/DVD Asylum, Sure is-- (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2022-07-05, 21:40:15 (120.152.48.22)
Yes its pretty good -sagged at times--lots of innuendo which one needs to be 100% alert to figure out- its leading somewhere but not too obvious as of #4 anyway. They threw a curved ball with the Mr a .......
49: Films/DVD Asylum, RE: RIP Jean-Louis Trintignant (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2022-06-17, 20:16:12 (101.167.52.114)
Ah yes who can forget the Mustang cavorting in the sand to that wonderful Music in A Man And A Woman RIP JLT Des .......
50: Digital Drive, RE: Two other parts that have been troublesome in the past: (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2022-05-25, 20:51:56 (101.167.44.66)
The sled motors are I think MIA now--the Sony K-180(?) laser I think is still around if one digs deep enough. D .......
51: Films/DVD Asylum, RE: Tokyo underbelly? "Enter the Void," by Argentine (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2022-05-02, 20:36:43 (101.167.43.68)
Yes Indeed Enter the Void certainly not for the faint hearted!-not one to forget easily. Pity "Map of the Sounds of Tokyo" didn't live up to Void, but worth one viewing for the seedy "Tokyo Under .......
52: Films/DVD Asylum, RE: Never saw it, but I did see Patriot. Nt (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2022-04-05, 22:21:31 (120.152.55.194)
Good similarities GK! --but both movies sort of plot by numbers, you know what was going to happen before it did--poor scripts no delving into character development -the conclusions telegraphed well .......
53: Films/DVD Asylum, Agree on the revenge bit--but why shoot it twice?? (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2022-04-03, 19:25:28 (120.152.55.194)
Payback Once was Ok if oh so predictable--read the test audience on the original was ho hum--duh? but to ram it home for seconds--WTF??? D .......
54: Films/DVD Asylum, Maybe not censorship per se' (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2022-03-22, 18:50:54 (101.183.157.1)
But Penn ("Milk"-and the 6 people that saw it!) over Rourke for "The Wrestler" was just a plain Travesty or whatever one would call it Meh! D .......
55: Films/DVD Asylum, RE: Except for your praise of the over-sensationalized, "Titans," (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2022-03-22, 18:43:30 (101.183.157.1)
Yes Ichi was disturbingly Cool!--maybe up notch say -"Gun Woman"? D .......
56: Films/DVD Asylum, Some Classics but I'd sorta put-- (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2022-02-06, 17:23:10 (101.167.113.112)
"Wages of Fear", "Riffi" "Cabinet of Dr Caligari" "Virgin Spring" " El Topol" at least in the wings maybe Des .......
57: Speaker Asylum, RE: John Iverson Force Field Loudspeaker (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2022-01-07, 19:01:35 (101.167.113.112)
Next time I'm in the city I'll look at getting to the Copy shop. D .......
58: Speaker Asylum, RE: John Iverson Force Field Loudspeaker (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2022-01-05, 17:57:20 (101.167.113.112)
Hello, I have copy of the SOUND ADVICE #5 1978--what do you wish to know? I am familiar with and have heard the FF Speaker and it's Neutral Density Bombarder Des .......
59: Films/DVD Asylum, Au Revoir Daniel with a blaze of glory! (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2021-12-30, 21:01:05 (101.167.113.112)
Frankly didn't need the big Crescendo ending--the script was already doing it slowly but painfully! D .......
60: General Asylum, RE: Is Bob Dylan guilty of plagiarism? (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2021-11-30, 17:11:03 (138.130.24.167)
Listen to Dominic Behan's "Patriot Game" and Dylan' "With God On Our Side" The jury's out--maybe Des .......
61: Speaker Asylum, Pye Party Starters (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2021-11-07, 13:33:25 (138.130.151.56)
A must for the Be Bop in my Youth! Des .......
62: Digital Drive, RE: We went through the worm hole and came out the other side. (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2021-11-03, 00:02:01 (138.130.151.56)
Grateful for the Instructions and item information GK--will buy try and enjoy!! Thank you again, Des .......
63: Films/DVD Asylum, RE: Rank the 25 Bond Films (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2021-10-31, 19:53:06 (138.130.151.56)
Ah yes George Lazenby--in the Documentary on how he got the Bond job--he relates --and they show a"reconstruction" of how the producers demanded to know whether prospective "Bonds " are Gay or not. So .......
64: Digital Drive, Did I read this right? (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2021-10-31, 19:31:15 (138.130.151.56)
Gathering my marbles up in wonderment--GK you mean to say you actually LIKE what Reiner's CD beveler actually does--I've stuck with this little devil since he first made them and have all my discs .......
65: Digital Drive, RE: Can CD-Rs make sense? (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2021-10-29, 21:52:30 (138.130.151.56)
I have no experience with the lesser CEC's--maybe they put all their eggs in the 0 and 0X Those do have a wonderous full presentation --with the right DAC of course! Des .......
66: Films/DVD Asylum, RE: I reduxed Lynch's Dune . . . (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2021-10-29, 20:34:56 (138.130.151.56)
Hey BW! -Surely you cannot forget the Worm coming for you under the Sand--you are dreaming and you cannot outrun it! Agree on the rest Meh total Meh! Des .......
67: Digital Drive, RE: Can CD-Rs make sense? (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2021-10-27, 22:29:34 (138.130.151.56)
"Finally make sure that your transport can read CD-Rs. Not all can." I've yet to encounter one that can't...... I recommend don't then buy a CEC TL0 my one spat them out with frightening regularity! .......
68: Digital Drive, Thanks for that Todd--noted! nt (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2021-10-27, 22:21:14 (138.130.151.56)
NT .......
69: Digital Drive, RE: Can CD-Rs make sense? (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2021-10-26, 19:50:32 (138.130.151.56)
There is a rumour posted on some sites that CD-R's can "stress" the Laser and possibly cause the unit to degrade and fail prematurely . The reason mentions the bit depth factor with the R's differing .......
70: General Asylum, RE: We're back.... (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2021-09-13, 23:19:00 (216.151.183.208)
Good work Rod to keep the campfire burning--was getting bit chilly! Des .......
71: General Asylum, Koshca (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2021-08-17, 20:25:24 (124.184.250.224)
The Black and white Moggy--we exchanged mails--until RIP to Cat heaven. Inspite of his naysayers and detractors --I respect Romy Bessnow's Audio and Classical music knowledge at least he knows what he .......
72: Digital Drive, RE: Altis CDT-1 UG (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2021-08-16, 19:06:22 (124.184.250.224)
Excellent Dac--the late Jerry Ozement design-he also did the Jadis Dacs. D .......
73: Films/DVD Asylum, Ditto (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2021-08-11, 20:52:13 (124.184.250.224)
Tried the first 1 and a half-- the "lead" was thoroughly unlikeable Found some solace in some Eastern European shenanigans in the cornfields --a Covid lockdown guilt trip! Zhit .......
74: General Asylum, RE: Pierre Sprey (Mapleshade) has died. (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2021-08-10, 19:33:59 (124.184.250.224)
Oh dear Sad indeed--yes I have the Big Blocks and Brass Footers still going strong after 15 odd years RIP Pierre Des .......
75: General Asylum, Ears too (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2021-07-22, 19:13:56 (138.130.52.55)
D .......
76: Films/DVD Asylum, The Wild Bunch (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2021-07-21, 17:56:28 (138.130.52.55)
Can't beat some Gatling ripping into flesh! D .......
77: Films/DVD Asylum, RE: Beer (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2021-06-03, 19:13:57 (138.130.45.175)
Rolling Rock is /was part of the Arnold Palmer business stable. Re the series-pretty grim angst filled participants--but do stay through to the end--there is a twist nobody saw coming. Des ::: TOPIC:: .......
78: Tubes Asylum, RE: Best 12BH7A NOS US made for QuickSilver V4 driver (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2021-05-23, 17:42:17 (138.130.45.175)
The RCA's are primo!--as alternative I use two of these-and recommend also Brimar CV5042s Des .......
79: Vinyl Asylum, +1 (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2021-05-22, 17:40:37 (138.130.45.175)
Agree totally Ron Sutherland one of the true gentleman of the industry Kudos to his products and longevity--long may they prosper ! Des .......
80: Digital Drive, indeed (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2021-05-21, 18:07:47 (138.130.45.175)
That is a factor plus I've read that Cd-Rs require an increased energy output from the laser to read those disks and will cause it to fail well within its rated life span. If you have one of the now n .......
81: Films/DVD Asylum, Marat Sade (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2021-05-14, 01:05:23 (138.130.45.175)
Watched the 2 hour un cut version last night-still gripping Cinema as I recall when I saw the original in the UK in 68. Des .......
82: Films/DVD Asylum, Agree PYW should've been called Entrapment 2 (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2021-04-17, 18:00:31 (138.130.179.159)
I thought it was Meh--left it be after halfway Des .......
83: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Technics SP10 Mk3 owners - need some set-up advice (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2021-04-17, 17:55:33 (138.130.179.159)
Of course--I would've given you my good friend Richard Kreb's contacts for all things SP10 MkIII--but he is not in the US. Good Luck Des .......
84: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Technics SP10 Mk3 owners - need some set-up advice (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2021-04-15, 20:58:37 (138.130.179.159)
Contact: Doug Weisbrod or Bill Thalmann at Music Technology Inc. Web: www.musictechnology.com These guys are the SP10 MkIII specialists Des .......
85: General Asylum, RE: That was dumb (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2021-04-15, 20:40:15 (138.130.179.159)
Well Richard --I didn't look like George Peppard--Ha!--can't knock their success though Lyric were the go to place in NY in those Halcyon days of the 70's and early 80's American Audio-up some stairs .......
86: General Asylum, RE: Some places are like that (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2021-04-15, 20:26:28 (138.130.179.159)
Ha!--yes well there's the story how in the late 70's a long haired energetic young fellow walked into the Rolls Royce dealer in Berkley Square London to enquire to purchase a new Vehicle. Those ever d .......
87: General Asylum, RE: R.I.P. Lyric Hi-Fi (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2021-04-14, 20:00:20 (138.130.179.159)
Yeah I recall mid 70's going to the place all bright eyed and bushy tailed to enter the hallowed halls of the Great and wondrous Lyric. I rang the door bell/buzzer(?) and the mighty Mike K appeared i .......
88: General Asylum, RE: Best Wishes to an Audio Giant (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2021-04-04, 19:33:06 (138.130.179.159)
God be with him--a true Gentleman My Prayers for his full recovery Dea .......
89: General Asylum, RE:NBS Too....... (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2021-02-18, 21:43:11 (138.130.241.191)
Amongst many others-- .......
90: Films/DVD Asylum, Quirky comedy--would 'nt pass the PC censors today (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2021-01-22, 17:38:44 (138.130.241.191)
I particularly recall the "Camel Toe" episode Had its moments--like another of that vintage Hermans Head D .......
91: General Asylum, Google ate my memory (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2021-01-22, 17:31:22 (138.130.241.191)
But turned out I was right! Rock around the Clock Bill Haley and his Comets. Festival Yellow label 78--totally worn out Bit like me now Des PS: Good post Richard-you young whippersnapper .......
92: Films/DVD Asylum, RE: Best films w/aged central characters? "Ikiru," of course. "Wild Strawberries:" definitely. (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2021-01-06, 15:26:35 (138.130.28.239)
Maybe not up to class of some of the choices Tin-- but I recall seeing in 58 the great Spencer Tracy's portrayal in Old Man and the Sea Des .......
93: Films/DVD Asylum, Veector!! (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2021-01-02, 18:07:55 (138.130.28.239)
You're giving all us retired old codgers a bad name! Sorry, Des .......
94: Films/DVD Asylum, The best thing about Jaws was-- (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2021-01-02, 18:04:55 (138.130.28.239)
Robert Shaw Des .......
95: Critic's Corner, Or Designed by a Committee .nt (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2021-01-02, 17:44:21 (138.130.28.239)
NT D .......
96: General Asylum, Hey Abe-- (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2021-01-02, 17:41:09 (138.130.28.239)
You can get two treatments for the same price-- just fill the guard with some Whitening goo and bingo you will have new pearly Whites as well-ha! Des .......
97: Films/DVD Asylum, "Day of the Champion" Steve McQueen's lost movie (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2021-01-01, 22:49:07 (216.151.183.58)
Great documentary on Steve McQueens "Day of the Champion" His dream of the greatest film since Jaws--became the film that never made it to cinemas Des .......
98: Films/DVD Asylum, Apart from the first-I flunked the rest! (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2020-12-24, 16:49:57 (138.130.28.239)
Sheesh Dementia begone --I cannot recall the Waltz pictured but the sight of the hundred personalised Latrines in the anti room still comes to mind. and yes Burt adjusted well to his Visconti calling .......
99: Films/DVD Asylum, I like them both (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2020-12-24, 16:37:14 (138.130.28.239)
But had had enough of that snivelly meally mouthed woman by the end of the first. Del Toro magnifico! Brolin almost magnifico! Des .......
100: General Asylum, Cool! (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2020-12-24, 16:24:44 (138.130.28.239)
Merry Xmas to you Richard Des .......
101: Tweakers' Asylum, Its the Aphex Aural Exciter (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2020-12-15, 18:48:38 (124.185.112.155)
NAIM version Des .......
102: Films/DVD Asylum, Agree -Battle of Algiers 2020 (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2020-12-02, 20:44:28 (138.130.16.207)
Both Stack up in similar ilk excellently portraying absolute tragedy! Recommended Des .......
103: Films/DVD Asylum, Its Mel but not as we know him (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2020-12-02, 20:40:09 (138.130.16.207)
Boss Level Fatman Quirky /odd/bizzo/etc/etc Ok we'd all like to strip bare and run around the world occasionally but WTF? The first one is right Wacko -is there another word for it but hey--there's N .......
104: Tweakers' Asylum, Indeed (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2020-12-01, 20:49:04 (138.130.16.207)
All those NAIM PRATT's(Sic)! dancing around inside the enclosure want to be heard( more Sic!) Yes Indeed! Des .......
105: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Damping chassis internally? (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2020-11-29, 17:14:27 (138.130.16.207)
Interesting yes I see the damping of cabinets /etc posts popping up--not new but some new theories /products being touted . Funny in that context NAIM found that damping their enclosures was retrograd .......
106: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Why preamps are expensive (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2020-11-29, 16:44:40 (138.130.16.207)
Have to agree but I think he is an excellent marketer of OK gear that wants to be Hi end-- But hands up those that have not fallen for similar Schick in the Audio uphill grind? At least PS A is still .......
107: Speaker Asylum, RE: MBL 101 Extremes (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2020-10-30, 17:00:11 (138.130.4.79)
Nice setup and sonics-- Yes the MBL's are certainly clean and super analytical this grouping certainly needs the room to breath! I'd be curious if the owner ordered the Lik Great Wall Art pic on the l .......
108: Digital Drive, Try This (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2020-10-22, 18:27:33 (138.130.4.79)
Des .......
109: Digital Drive, RE: Furutech GT40 as At-to-D (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2020-09-06, 17:15:58 (138.130.244.12)
I used the GT40 with my MacBook Pro to rip my Vinyl to HD with Vinyl studio. Sorry to say I would not recommend the Furutech for this if you want pristine recovery. I compared the sonics to the Kevin .......
110: Films/DVD Asylum, Duel Lite? nt (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2020-08-24, 16:38:05 (138.130.14.186)
NT Des .......
111: Digital Drive, RE: Any suggestions about replacement of Audiomeca (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2020-07-10, 19:36:00 (138.130.210.16)
Well with the Total Dac range of Items you may require --Transport and DAC these would be quite expensive but superb I agree--allowing for Aust Tax(!!) if you can deal then highly recommended. I thin .......
112: Digital Drive, RE: Multiple boxes? (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2020-07-10, 19:28:58 (138.130.210.16)
Sorry just The TotalDac system I've read had multiple boxes--but as you say obviously not so . The poster spins discs so he would need Transport and Dac --this maybe on cost edict preclude the brand f .......
113: Digital Drive, RE: Any suggestions about replacement of Audiomeca (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2020-07-10, 19:26:00 (138.130.210.16)
Yes the Yggy is superb for the bucks DAC--highly recommend--you still need a spinner they say that Jays Audio Transport is the Bees Knees! and the Oz agent sell them at excellent pricing --Dacman Des .......
114: Digital Drive, RE: Any suggestions about replacement of Audiomeca (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2020-07-09, 21:45:22 (138.130.210.16)
Yes that combo is one out of the box alright--pity about the service near the end of Pierre Lurnes Tenure with the Brand -but I know of a similar setup to yours still going strong today. I know its be .......
115: Cable Asylum, Yes I should quantify and rephrase-- (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2020-06-23, 21:21:33 (138.130.210.16)
Yes Alan -Caelin did not mention a specific "Cooker" in his posting reply comments on burning in the NRs on another forum-so I apologise for the assumption it was THE Cooker--.one of the perils in .......
116: Cable Asylum, Correct Lummy--except (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2020-06-11, 19:42:33 (124.185.116.51)
in the case of the Shunyata NR power cords--according to Shunyata I read the Cooker stuffs up the KPIP processing in the Lines--as after cooking the NR's must be returned to Shunyata for reconditionin .......
117: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Black Ravioli ID's needed (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2020-06-07, 18:17:23 (124.185.116.51)
Chris Sommovigo at Black Cat Cables ( Stereolab) was the importer give him a buzz. Des .......
118: Films/DVD Asylum, To view laughable garbage like-- (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2020-05-31, 18:20:31 (124.185.116.51)
6 Underground? Do they think we are all totally Stooopid?? Des .......
119: Cable Asylum, Same great Genes (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2020-05-25, 19:09:11 (124.185.116.51)
Been Great fan of Chris Sommovigo's cables for many years --while I don't have the Stargates --I have full loom source to speaker of his Master Reference and Tombo Digital. They replaced Nordost Valh .......
120: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Babbling Brook (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2020-05-25, 18:52:27 (124.185.116.51)
He's got a good concept and some interesting pointers and vids but he talks too freakiin' much if he just shut the preamble and gets to the meat! D .......
121: Films/DVD Asylum, RE: Looking forward to this coming out in the early fall.... (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2020-05-20, 17:55:03 (124.185.116.51)
Hmmm--with a D list Aussie actress in the lead role. Up to you-but I'll stick with the David Lean original. Des .......
122: Critic's Corner, Pristines -yeah! (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2020-05-18, 18:05:19 (124.185.116.51)
Those big Dogs even shut down the Gryphon Antelion -- Bel Canto (ClassD?) prepare to meet your maker! Des .......
123: General Asylum, I heard no difference with his demos (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2020-05-17, 17:53:44 (124.185.116.51)
I sat through a room demo of those room placement silver ball thingys with the cups--um nope-I couldn't hear any discernible difference in/out. The nasty salesman was obnoxious as well. I wouldn't rec .......
124: General Asylum, THE SHOW Cancelled -sad (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2020-05-13, 14:11:24 (124.185.116.51)
Looks like another bunfight with the Hotel! Des .......
125: Vinyl Asylum, Email here (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2020-04-20, 19:21:09 (138.130.206.185)
terry@garrard501.com He is Mr Loricraft Des .......
126: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Go the Boyo! (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2020-02-23, 18:08:10 (138.130.160.207)
Long may he reign--- Des .......
127: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: SST Ambrosia 2000 Preamp and Son of Ampzilla II (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2020-02-07, 16:21:54 (138.130.206.175)
Ah yes I knew James--spent some fine listening time at his Apartment off Sunset(?) triple Maggies triAmped Ampzillas JBL Subs Lp12 SME EMT TSD. Hard but fair operator. I think Andy Heferly designed th .......
128: Digital Drive, 47 Labs or (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2020-01-24, 15:26:35 (138.130.206.175)
Esoteric P-10/P700/etc Oldies but goodies Good luck, Des .......
129: General Asylum, Naims play HDCD-- nt (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2020-01-15, 21:15:59 (209.107.210.236)
NT Des .......
130: Critic's Corner, Thank you +1 (nt) (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2020-01-03, 15:02:30 (138.130.8.150)
NT .......
131: Critic's Corner, RE: Who is the sexy cover model? (nt) (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2020-01-02, 16:43:07 (138.130.8.150)
Hmm--AC stands for Audio Compression --wonder if AC-1 on the board is from some early Dolby ( beta / test)Device. Des .......
132: Digital Drive, I'd add Micromega . NT (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2019-10-09, 16:40:13 (138.130.71.181)
NT Des .......
133: Tweakers' Asylum, Should we take note though? (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2019-09-26, 19:44:18 (138.130.71.181)
Jim Smith he of "Get better Sound" uses the Acoustic Revive one centred between his speakers. Has he been suckered too as we are reminded by the posters below? Interesting Des .......
134: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Placement is critical (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2019-09-21, 19:24:16 (138.130.71.181)
Also the factory I read recommends NOT plugging it into same outlet as the system. Des .......
135: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Schuman wave generator (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2019-09-15, 17:24:33 (138.130.71.181)
Be diligent on Ebay--if you are considering the Acoustic Revive series, most of them are fakes on the site. Check the original invoice from the seller plus sight the factory hologram on the unit box. .......
136: Films/DVD Asylum, RE: Agree excellent as is this (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2019-09-11, 00:53:10 (138.130.71.181)
No read good reports --it was filmed in Tasmania. The home of Yahoo Serious enough said! Des .......
137: Films/DVD Asylum, Agree excellent as is this (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2019-09-06, 21:00:49 (138.130.71.181)
Tracker sadly one that slipped through the net into obscurity-but superb viewing. Along the same visceral --and visual punch themes--you should try to see this-based on true episode in New Zealand .......
138: General Asylum, Had similar with mine (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2019-08-28, 18:14:36 (138.130.71.181)
Damaging discs and shattering upon cutting --maybe not with your problem here, but worth to note is the Motor wired correct for directional spinning--? seems mine was rotating OPPOSITE to the Cuttin .......
139: Films/DVD Asylum, Donny Darko nt. (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2019-08-08, 20:25:38 (138.130.53.30)
NT .......
140: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Hmmm-- (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2019-07-16, 21:04:57 (144.139.10.178)
Wonder why they don't make their Regenerators Class D--? Reports say "better" than class AB ones D .......
141: Films/DVD Asylum, Zardoz? (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2019-07-10, 19:12:40 (144.139.10.178)
I got nappy rash just watching that!. Des .......
142: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Yeah and mine-- (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2019-07-08, 21:19:07 (144.139.10.178)
Don't play music while I fry! Sorry Des .......
143: Films/DVD Asylum, Indeed Great Movie! (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2019-06-24, 17:51:45 (144.139.10.178)
I rate it up there with Witness for the Prosecution! Both memorable Des .......
144: Films/DVD Asylum, Ah Good! (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2019-06-13, 01:42:43 (144.139.10.178)
Its Gripping , Gritty, and sometimes Grotty(ha!) but hell its tightly written and superbly acted even up till the last hour of the final episode one never knows the bad eggs from the good ones! See i .......
145: Films/DVD Asylum, Yes it was very good but-- (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2019-06-11, 16:30:51 (144.139.10.178)
Line of Duty was better IMHO Des .......
146: Films/DVD Asylum, Caligula and Destroyer--meh! nt. (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2019-05-28, 16:24:18 (138.130.71.87)
nt Des .......
147: Speaker Asylum, Yep Wired outa Phase nt. (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2019-05-09, 15:19:34 (27.252.53.43)
NT D .......
148: Vinyl Asylum, Interestingly (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2019-04-26, 18:12:42 (138.130.69.195)
A friend of mine living in Vegas and only in the next area- went to the LP gear address personally listed on the website and it was private dwelling--and the owners had never heard of them While thi .......
149: Critic's Corner, RE: S'phile app remains unstable (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2019-04-17, 17:48:05 (138.130.69.195)
Yes after being with the mag since the inception I too gave up on that Zinio BS Des .......
150: Critic's Corner, Thank you Sir! (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2019-04-14, 17:54:06 (138.130.69.195)
Nice to see you Post John--trust you are well --would it be prudent to suggest possibly the over zealous use of too much negative feedback in the A75 precludes it from the list above? just a thought .......
151: Critic's Corner, Agree I'd add-- (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2019-04-12, 18:21:47 (138.130.69.195)
Jon Iverson's Electro Research A75. Des .......
152: Films/DVD Asylum, Agree . (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2019-04-07, 17:35:39 (138.130.70.104)
It sorta lurched from one Angst derived moment of JP with only a sour anger outcome for each -----where the hell was the story? Could've been so much better--than the premise. Des .......
153: Films/DVD Asylum, RE: Complete agreement. Mason was the best thing in the film. (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2019-04-02, 19:25:26 (138.130.70.104)
+1 but the film was OK--Mason I cannot recall ever made a "bad" film--or a bad performance ,his Rommel was the best interpretation and his lonely Artist having to defer his inner thoughts when confro .......
154: Films/DVD Asylum, Excellent movie superb Actors--available (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2019-03-22, 20:48:15 (138.130.49.163)
On Amazon prime ,Youtube, DIRECT TV. All is not lost D .......
155: Films/DVD Asylum, 84 Charing Cross Road.nt (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2019-03-21, 23:45:06 (138.130.49.163)
nt Des .......
156: Films/DVD Asylum, The Bad Seed, Carrie nt (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2019-03-14, 23:43:19 (124.187.166.50)
nt Des .......
157: Films/DVD Asylum, Ah Ok!--cool nt (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2019-03-12, 22:57:43 (124.187.166.50)
nt Des .......
158: Films/DVD Asylum, Pardon? (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2019-03-09, 23:34:39 (138.130.46.186)
Sorry to think my post merited such a rude response I'll take more care next time before I type. Des .......
159: Films/DVD Asylum, Eh? (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2019-03-08, 18:15:29 (138.130.46.186)
I thought Tim Roths Sheriff in One was bumped off by his irate daughter? Des .......
160: Vinyl Asylum, RE: garrard 301 service recomendations (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2019-02-08, 18:27:49 (138.130.46.186)
This sounds pretty fair--good reputation too! Des .......
161: General Asylum, Agree! (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2019-02-08, 18:03:34 (138.130.46.186)
Tardy ole Chestnut .......
162: Rocky Road, RE: Favorite cover tunes ... (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2019-01-13, 15:02:48 (138.130.46.186)
View YouTube Video .......
163: Critic's Corner, Reminds me--. (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2018-12-25, 15:38:00 (138.130.237.24)
Fabio first approached Joe Cali at Cello for a system --Joe said no Gayle Sanders filled the need Fabios Ok though I reckon--at least he gets with his press! Des .......
164: Speaker Asylum, RE: Tread carefully (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2018-12-23, 15:39:38 (138.130.237.24)
Yoh, Ah Ok sounding good then-- Well make sure the packing insured has that label that shows if it has been dropped/mishandled/etc /etc Good luck and good listening! Des .......
165: Speaker Asylum, indeed--wow (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2018-12-23, 15:36:20 (138.130.237.24)
Yes Duratone I recall had DCMs or Dahlquists but my memory is hazy--I recall always dealing with a female though-ha!. My 57s were a stacked pair from The Radio People Hong Kong in 1980 beautifully m .......
166: Speaker Asylum, Tread carefully (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2018-12-23, 15:28:08 (138.130.237.24)
Having owned both the 3A's and LSTs-- the latter being more troublesome-- the midranges are prone to failure--but can be rewired /repaired by competent tech The Tweeters tend to fry out the tiny wire .......
167: Speaker Asylum, RE: The absolute BEST sound from a Quad 57... (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2018-12-21, 15:01:34 (138.130.237.24)
Pity no sound on Youtube either? D .......
168: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: VPI Magic Bricks (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2018-12-18, 17:28:55 (138.130.237.24)
Seems David W still likes the odd one -- recent pic at home D .......
169: Tweakers' Asylum, Yep (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2018-12-18, 17:26:59 (138.130.237.24)
I still use 3 on my Tubes Sorta part of the furniture now-ha! Des .......
170: Vinyl Asylum, Peter is the best-- (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2018-12-11, 16:41:50 (138.130.237.24)
I sent him a MC Cart for Retip --when the factory wouldn't do it--dealers only they said -- Soundsmith received it and then the factory relented and agreed to help me --a private buyer. I emailed SS-- .......
171: Films/DVD Asylum, And Kubricks 'The Killing" (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2018-12-09, 18:43:38 (138.130.237.24)
The classic Final scene--ha! Des .......
172: General Asylum, Here tis! (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2018-12-06, 20:51:39 (138.130.237.24)
Neeeeeeigh--sorry! D .......
173: General Asylum, Aug 2000 here (nt) (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2018-12-05, 15:00:50 (138.130.237.24)
Des .......
174: General Asylum, A no no? (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2018-11-15, 14:00:40 (138.130.237.24)
I recall David Wilson mentioning no back height above the Ears when seated-- Gospel? Des .......
175: Vinyl Asylum, Paradise Valley (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2018-11-10, 15:08:41 (138.130.237.24)
Not groundbreaking--but pleasant enough Can take him or leave him--but a good plucker nevertheless! Des .......
176: Speaker Asylum, Both (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2018-11-10, 15:05:15 (138.130.237.24)
Spendor BC3's Great Speaker ProAc 1SC's and Carbon 6's Great Speakers Push comes to shove ProAc Carbons Des .......
177: Vinyl Asylum, I switched to Vinyl Studio (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2018-11-05, 01:52:39 (138.130.237.24)
Did 141 Lps on a MacBook Pro D .......
178: Critic's Corner, Nope MQA will keep doing what it does best-- (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2018-10-22, 16:22:32 (202.21.14.234)
But it's aim is not what it hoped for! D .......
179: Critic's Corner, Yep.... (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2018-10-11, 18:13:16 (138.130.237.24)
Just for you TJE Des .......
180: General Asylum, Kudos indeed (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2018-10-11, 18:07:32 (138.130.237.24)
Great Pica from Todd and Rod-- Much appreciated from us basement dwellers! Des .......
181: General Asylum, RE: Day Two Winners at RMAF (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2018-10-06, 20:05:03 (138.130.237.24)
I like Duke and his speakers--always personable for a chat Des .......
182: General Asylum, RE: Ayre / Has Anyone Recently Received an Email Response (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2018-10-01, 18:34:48 (138.130.237.24)
Gary?--wonder where Michael went? he was superb at that job Des .......
183: Amp/Preamp Asylum, In your opinion then Abe (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2018-09-27, 17:35:42 (138.130.237.24)
I use the MullardCV4003BOXanodes and you say categorically the Tungsrams are superior? Interesting, Des .......
184: Films/DVD Asylum, Duhh! (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2018-09-18, 18:23:23 (138.130.237.24)
Ta Muse!-- the Post was under the menu bar--duhhhhhh Dumbass here! Des .......
185: Films/DVD Asylum, Also (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2018-09-17, 17:03:37 (138.130.237.24)
Wages of Fear, Battle of Algiers, Seven Samurai---but good list nevertheless Des .......
186: Critic's Corner, Try here (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2018-09-03, 17:39:19 (138.130.175.214)
Sorry K?--he has J--I saw this on a posting from Trinity Design Group GmBH Germany--he states that are still available maybe drop him email or call --Contacts on his site D .......
187: Critic's Corner, maybe not? (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2018-09-02, 15:01:43 (138.130.175.214)
Still waving--not drowning D .......
188: General Asylum, Civil war vet here-- (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2018-08-23, 17:42:23 (138.130.175.214)
I enlisted in 2000 still truckin'on-- good site still for informative and basically non threatening banter --unlike some other current ones which are run by relatives of Attilla the Hun Still saluting .......
189: General Asylum, Unless something gets their dander up! nt (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2018-08-23, 17:36:46 (138.130.175.214)
nt Des .......
190: General Asylum, Nope only thus (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2018-08-11, 17:38:01 (138.130.175.214)
Full page --nevertheless I'm happy with what I hear The 100 point exam stops there I get the "ultrasonic"(?) ear cleaning once a year anyway D .......
191: General Asylum, RE: Whoa Tiger! (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2018-08-10, 22:49:26 (138.130.175.214)
FOC paid by the Employer compulsory Commercial Dive medical All good Des .......
192: General Asylum, Whoa Tiger! (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2018-08-10, 19:44:33 (138.130.175.214)
I resemble that remark ?-- I'm 78 and can still pick up a few nuances-ha! My current ear test - Des .......
193: Films/DVD Asylum, Ah yes -sorry (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2018-08-10, 18:45:20 (138.130.175.214)
I have read of the one you mentioned --on the "Game" series if by chance you come across "Harry's Game"-- from the 80's British TV on the IRA troubles--it is one of the most gripping and in depth .......
194: Films/DVD Asylum, Uuuhh this one? (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2018-08-09, 19:13:27 (138.130.175.214)
Recommended highly --Damn good D .......
195: Vinyl Asylum, RE: How good is the "Casino Royale" album? (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2018-06-28, 17:10:48 (138.130.171.19)
I found the Album vastly overrated myself considering the HP fervour and the consequential race to locate by the followers (Moi included!) I'd give it a miss at the current pricing frankly and save i .......
196: Critic's Corner, Same here (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2018-06-21, 16:56:10 (138.130.171.19)
Indeed Richard --I have had veiled threatening Emails and on site putdowns from Audio Importer/Distributors re my postings as well. Harry Callahan--like that one--ha! Des .......
197: Digital Drive, Yep (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2018-06-20, 19:48:41 (138.130.171.19)
Color me an old fool but I still use the two Pictured together--started with both late 80's early 90's still reckon they offer improvement if subtle to the silver disc--even the atrocious ones--ha .......
198: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Shindo Aurieges L Mains Voltage (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2018-06-17, 15:45:56 (138.130.171.19)
The Aurieges can be internally changed to 230V-- there is no need for an external step version Unless you are a competent tech to undertake --it is not time consuming nor difficult--My recommendati .......
199: Films/DVD Asylum, Cryptic if sad (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2018-06-13, 16:57:57 (138.130.171.19)
The end comment --"the family would've now be worth Billions" Des .......
200: Vinyl Asylum, Mine (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2018-06-13, 16:55:59 (138.130.171.19)
Handbags and the Gladrags from the LP An Old Raincoat will never let you down Des .......
201: Films/DVD Asylum, RE: Tin Star anyone? (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2018-06-11, 17:28:36 (138.130.171.19)
Yes seen all episodes --pretty good --Roth is at his scenery chewing best!-- The violence is mandatory-- top class villain --Hendricks is OK-- the unlikable teeny daughter Great Canuck Scenery --what .......
202: General Asylum, Geloso (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2018-06-05, 01:35:38 (138.130.171.19)
I had one too! Des .......
203: Films/DVD Asylum, RE: Antony Beevor: the greatest war movie ever - and the ones I can't bear (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2018-05-31, 17:27:02 (138.130.171.19)
I agree with him--on some counts--but hey--"Never let the facts cloud good Story"--err Movie! Thanks to Oscar W-no? I've seen The 317 Platoon on the Indo China campaign-- -- very good but I still rat .......
204: Vinyl Asylum, RE: help garrard 301 experts! (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2018-05-29, 03:29:44 (138.130.171.19)
Email Terry O'Sullivan--he is a Garrard expert and very helpful gent--he will put you right terry@garrard501.com Good luck, Des .......
205: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Mapleshade audio rack owners ( question about their brass footers) (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2018-05-29, 00:50:14 (138.130.171.19)
Eh? penetrate the coin--sheesh--never had that--ah well possible I suppose with the lbs per square inch factor /etc. Interesting must experiment that one! Des .......
206: General Asylum, RE: I wish they would do this with all my favorite 80s pop songs... (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2018-05-29, 00:39:37 (138.130.171.19)
Indeed inspirational stuff--Kudos Richard -note reading the music off the iPad--ha! Des .......
207: General Asylum, RE: Very sad news, Dave Wilson has left us. (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2018-05-29, 00:35:28 (138.130.171.19)
Yes so sad a true gentleman and doyen of his craft --We met and chatted many times at shows since 1990. His Legacy will live on with the Faith so strong in the Family RIP Dave .......
208: Films/DVD Asylum, RE: Easily one of our top 5 Netflix series. Thought Daniels (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2018-05-26, 18:34:15 (144.139.10.178)
Agree Jeff Daniels is much underrated Actor--solid to the core --his ability to get inside and literally smash the character out of the park is stunning. Quirky ladies too--great gunfight Yep top mar .......
209: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Mapleshade audio rack owners ( question about their brass footers) (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2018-05-26, 18:21:48 (144.139.10.178)
Well alternatively maybe a Copper one cent piece under each spike? The Copper(Alloy?) may aid mechanical grounding /etc of the point fulcrum. I use this under my Mapleshade blocks --work very well I f .......
210: General Asylum, Its called Ambush Marketing! (nt) (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2018-05-25, 15:55:56 (144.139.10.178)
nt D .......
211: General Asylum, RE: Using floor (temporary) for hooking up audio components. (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2018-05-22, 20:43:49 (144.139.10.178)
Me too--all my components on floor Air Maple Blocks with Footers---every rack I've tried something goes awry with the sound YVMV Des .......
212: Tweakers' Asylum, Agree (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2018-05-09, 17:17:27 (138.130.171.19)
I found the Triplepoints can be unstable in some situations--I'd leave them Des .......
213: Films/DVD Asylum, RE: Rio Bravo verses El Dorado? (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2018-05-08, 17:56:21 (138.130.171.19)
Rio B for me---more aspects that stuck over from the first viewing --Angie --great--as was Deano El D close but no cigar IMHO YVMV Des .......
214: Films/DVD Asylum, Ah good if they have this? (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2018-04-30, 17:07:14 (144.131.202.33)
Highly Recommeded! GENERAL DELLA ROVERE (1959, Roberto Rossellini) In wartime Genoa, swindler De Sica keeps multiple fraudulent schemes and two girlfriends going, until German colonel Hannes Messemer .......
215: Vinyl Asylum, Danger Will Robinson (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2018-04-30, 16:57:41 (144.131.202.33)
Having owned the Yorke TT you have with its pivoted arm--I'd stick with it frankly. While Simon was up and running the Business from Spain things/parts advice SERVICE SUPPORT Note caps on the latter! .......
216: General Asylum, John Wayne (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2018-04-17, 18:47:55 (101.177.27.187)
"Never apolgise--it's sign of weakness" Nah JE --just carry on all forgiven! Des .......
217: General Asylum, Ditto! (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2018-04-16, 18:43:45 (101.177.27.187)
The two Major Audio shows in Australia are on consecutive Weekends in Oct this years as well-- another cockup--sad as the one with the Cred is the show of choice --the other effort from the Chester G .......
218: General Asylum, Ha! (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2018-04-03, 18:26:26 (101.177.27.187)
Reminds me of Theta Digital's one in Agoura! Des .......
219: Films/DVD Asylum, RE: The Terror. You will want to see this series. (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2018-04-02, 19:06:19 (101.177.27.187)
Agree--I think it is very well portrayed --but I have slight nit pick--it is freezing and lots of bodies working and talking--how come no "frost, steam", etc from their mouths. Don't tell me the Snow .......
220: Films/DVD Asylum, Seconds anyone? (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2018-02-27, 15:20:49 (101.177.25.245)
Ha!--Maybe Cloning 60's style?---Sorta Reminds me of Frankenheimer's 1966 Classic - plus James Wong Howe's B+W photography His comment on how he used his sons trolley for the LoMo tracking sequence .......
221: General Asylum, Yep--- 2 still at last count nt! (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2018-02-20, 15:24:25 (138.130.64.93)
nt Des .......
222: Vinyl Asylum, Good luck (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2018-02-19, 18:50:41 (138.130.64.93)
Ah!--if you have car --Sahara ones would be the go then--depends where you are staying Zia is West and Record City East --Google/GPS/etc is your friend --both shops have plenty of parking --straigh .......
223: Vinyl Asylum, Las Vegas choice (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2018-02-18, 16:00:49 (138.130.64.93)
Vegas has couple that are worth a look Record City 300 E Sahara opp Hilton couple of blocks from the Strip Bit of a grumpy dude but has good selection of Vintage stuff. Zia Records 4503 W Sahara ditto .......
224: Amp/Preamp Asylum, True (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2018-02-17, 15:21:28 (138.130.64.93)
In the late 70's when I used to visit my friend Jon Urlick at Infinity Bascom was part of the Engineering group there. D .......
225: Speaker Asylum, Heres the real thing for sale as well (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2018-01-26, 14:50:52 (138.130.9.131)
Looks top nick--too! D .......
226: Films/DVD Asylum, Maybe Lebanon 2009 (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2018-01-22, 19:36:56 (138.130.9.131)
The Israeli Tank version-- tad more gritty than Fury--which I agree had some terrific graphic moments but sorta descended into Hollywood farce to conclusion--I wonder if Ayer gave over to the Studio b .......
227: Films/DVD Asylum, RE: I finally saw Darkest Hour, holy cow! just go see it! (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2018-01-22, 15:18:35 (138.130.9.131)
Hmmm--I felt it rambled far too long--some good inspiring bits--the Undergound trip /etc but bit much padding-- I preferred the earlier Brian Cox version--his tete de tete with Ike and Monty etc was s .......
228: Digital Drive, RE: With a nod to Bruce Jackson (RIP) (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2018-01-21, 14:22:51 (138.130.9.131)
Indeed Abe the giant killer--! Des .......
229: Digital Drive, With a nod to Bruce Jackson (RIP) (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2018-01-05, 21:02:52 (49.255.248.226)
Brand father and innovator behind Apogee--and dinkum Aussie to boot --I met him with Mark Levinson when he was collaborating on the Cello Dacs in the mid 90's I'll bat for this review--knowing the pe .......
230: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Agree (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2017-12-13, 15:08:31 (138.130.9.131)
Years ago went to friends house to hear his new Counterpoint Pre/Power combo into his Spendor BC3's. Switched on--Poooof!--the Combo blew DC into speakers frying the Woofers. Counterpoint --meh--no t .......
231: General Asylum, A Giant of the Industry (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2017-11-29, 19:46:52 (138.130.9.131)
I forever will cherish the memories of the superb Ascent and Eclipse Speakers he designed both gave me sonics of all one could hope for. So sad indeed RIP Charles Des .......
232: Films/DVD Asylum, On the Button! (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2017-11-26, 15:07:59 (210.10.156.187)
Dead right the "older" classics you mention--I've seen them all--are thinking films that involve you in their psych-you feel and are stirred by the performance and depth that reach your inner emotion .......
233: Films/DVD Asylum, Umm Yes and maybe-- (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2017-11-25, 15:05:40 (210.10.156.187)
Sure doesn't let up--but driving the car spread-eagled on the bonnet--WTF? Fun enough I agree Des .......
234: General Asylum, This too (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2017-11-22, 22:35:01 (210.10.156.187)
Cool D .......
235: Tweakers' Asylum, Careful! Alan (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2017-11-16, 15:47:45 (123.209.101.4)
It becomes an E-Meter--and your gone for all money--Yours! Des .......
236: Vinyl Asylum, Peter L is the best--in my book (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2017-11-11, 14:34:52 (123.209.101.4)
Not withstanding the personal and family pressure he will deliver and one can rely and trust him explicitly --just be patient-believe me --I've been through the phase with Soundsmith you mention. jus .......
237: Speaker Asylum, RE: They weren't low diffraction, ..... (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2017-11-07, 23:01:04 (123.209.101.4)
Nah didn't care about any of the semantics--I bought them from Jon Dahlquist direct--I met him and his business partner Saul Marantz in the Ambassador Hotel in LA--. They invited me to showroom to hea .......
238: Speaker Asylum, Nope (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2017-11-07, 22:43:49 (123.209.101.4)
Mirror imaged em, wonder caps etc, changed some hookup wire ,Bypassed the tweeters to Sequerra T1 Ribbons, three tiered stands. Symmetry X-over ,Hartley 24" sub in elongated T Line Coffin, Bridged Ele .......
239: Critic's Corner, Funny that I recall -- (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2017-10-31, 16:22:38 (123.209.101.4)
Thierry Budge telling me he designed the original Wilson Watt! Good times Des .......
240: Critic's Corner, Indeed-- (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2017-10-30, 17:45:49 (123.209.101.4)
I am getting the sneaky suspicion Mr. Hansen is biting the hand that feeds This motivation/ vendetta (?) appears rather strange and strained--to what end I ask? The reasons are obscure of final meani .......
241: General Asylum, RE: RMAF Day 2 Pictures and Day 3 pictures (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2017-10-10, 19:20:29 (138.130.189.52)
Thank you for the Pics and comments much appreciated Des .......
242: Digital Drive, Thank you (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2017-09-20, 16:53:47 (138.130.184.164)
Charles for the specific and concise reply Grateful for the headsup--will certainly be interested to see where this MQA "furore" ends. Maybe a subjective "if" for the good of all audiophiles ? Des :: .......
243: Digital Drive, Furthermore (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2017-09-19, 19:00:49 (138.130.184.164)
I see DAC manufacturers wishing to get on the MQA bandwagon have to hand over the design/workings/etc of their products--Mr. Stuart would be salivating no doubt to have "inside" on some sacred Cows-- .......
244: Critic's Corner, Tut tut? (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2017-09-15, 17:48:30 (138.130.184.164)
Proof reader asleep at the wheel? I spy spelling mistake(s) Des .......
245: Vinyl Asylum, I realised my error later--thank you (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2017-09-13, 20:33:56 (138.130.184.164)
Ha yes I meant HIGH --having owned these carts they bottom out in the Brochure! Des .......
246: Vinyl Asylum, Yes (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2017-09-13, 19:47:32 (138.130.184.164)
If you can tame the absurdly High(corrected) compliance factor-- if not perfectly matched to Arm Good night Nurse! Des .......
247: Critic's Corner, Ah well yes-- (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2017-09-04, 01:42:47 (138.130.184.164)
I don't think John would have many complimentary things to say re Mr. Dennesen! If JC chimes into this Thread you may get my drift---- Des .......
248: Critic's Corner, A crucial mistake maybe? (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2017-09-03, 16:00:03 (138.130.184.164)
HP is believed to have auditioned the Vendetta without correcting Phase The Early 2A's were phase inverting. I have owned 2A's /B's and the Teflon capped versions. Still to this day virtually unsurpas .......
249: Critic's Corner, Harbeths too? (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2017-08-24, 16:51:22 (138.130.184.164)
Same design quirks--no? Des .......
250: General Asylum, Agree Excellent work Rod- now all we need are- (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2017-08-19, 00:59:37 (138.130.104.6)
Some Smileys--might take the edge of some seemingly snarly posts just asking ! Des .......
251: General Asylum, He meant to say Bathroom Cistern--damn spellcheck! nt (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2017-08-15, 19:40:56 (138.130.104.6)
nt D .......
252: Films/DVD Asylum, Watermelon Man (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2017-08-09, 21:01:46 (101.177.33.183)
Quirky, Hilarious( especially the night toilet scene and morning Bus chase-ha!), sad,un PC for today, but some parts unforgettable allowing overall for the limited production values( era 1970) makings .......
253: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Pic (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2017-08-05, 17:28:26 (144.139.10.178)
Do as "Save As" and add letter /numeral or new name rather than just "Save" Nice Table and setup--Kudos! D .......
254: Speaker Asylum, No need to help the sale (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2017-08-05, 17:23:57 (144.139.10.178)
Iv'e heard the Speaker in a domestic environment many Moons ago--what a confused musical mess cannot think of one real redeeming thing to say about the sound --looks imposing though with its huge rea .......
255: Films/DVD Asylum, Hickock (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2017-07-16, 18:03:21 (124.185.128.207)
An over Gym Junkied Luke Hemsworth( Flashes Abs and "Guns" later in the Flic) tries hard but appears as cocky dude--possibly in the back of his mind he's thinking "I'm a Hemsworth they'll swan me with .......
256: Critic's Corner, Forgot (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2017-07-16, 17:35:16 (124.185.128.207)
Thanks E for the Link D .......
257: Critic's Corner, Interesting Point (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2017-07-15, 18:50:37 (124.185.128.207)
He comments that Rubber surround based Suspension Speakers kill the Dynamics with compression and only Altec type ( Non Rubber Rolled) versions convey true full spectrum sonics, Sheeesh --lotta Speake .......
258: Vinyl Asylum, Tell me about it! (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2017-07-08, 19:41:30 (124.185.128.207)
I did 141 LPs, I aged 10 years-have to regrow my Fingernails--forget the hair too late now! burnt out 2 HRT Linestreamers-- Kevin H cannot repair nor supply parts any more--so in the bin they went-use .......
259: Speaker Asylum, Alan used these at a Demo I attended (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2017-06-26, 17:01:38 (124.185.85.214)
DNM Des .......
260: General Asylum, RE: What one song do you want played at your funeral? (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2017-06-20, 17:27:18 (124.185.85.214)
Nah-- wanna have a last laugh! D .......
261: Films/DVD Asylum, The cat attack stole the show! (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2017-05-22, 14:31:44 (47.72.181.151)
Yes intriguing obscure semi Noir masterpiece--I saw it years ago Good one Richard! Des .......
262: Critic's Corner, +1.... (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2017-05-18, 14:51:22 (47.72.197.49)
nt Des .......
263: Critic's Corner, Speaking of ears (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2017-05-16, 14:45:52 (47.72.77.104)
I just had this Micro suction ear Cleaning treatment and after the ping test repeated/etc my results and clarity was astounding I'm 76 and now 2db at 8kHz--graph printout to prove it--wow Recommende .......
264: Vinyl Asylum, Indeed Grey area (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2017-04-24, 20:11:38 (101.179.184.188)
I was only thinking of JA's comment in another post re the fact that Stereophile have to get permission to play music on any Vid they pop on the Tube Hmmm--that's all D .......
265: Critic's Corner, Big Fellas (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2017-04-23, 19:43:14 (101.179.184.188)
Like Scotty are always a shining light and cheerful --even in the face of adversity --much prefer their company and fun rather then the thin lipped beanstalks that think the world owes them a living a .......
266: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Ian of Singapore - an asset to the analog community (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2017-04-23, 19:37:22 (101.179.184.188)
Ha Cool dude and vid--thanks for the update at least it doesn't suffer from the hand held shakeys as some out there! Wonder how broadcast copy write is bypassed with the music played? ah well fun an .......
267: Films/DVD Asylum, Bone Tomahawk had a chilling scene (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2017-04-21, 19:59:15 (101.179.184.188)
Naked dude held upside down --will forgo the details just say he parted ways Bizarre movie Des .......
268: General Asylum, I luv the smell of Napalm in the morning (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2017-04-05, 17:13:51 (101.179.184.188)
Sorry!--I meant SHF gas escaping from the XG's Perforated Mylar--an all too frequent occurrence sadly in a flawed but brave concept. Sheesh! I even stacked pairs--the gullibility of Audio Lunatic fri .......
269: Films/DVD Asylum, RE: Beowulf (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2017-04-02, 15:57:12 (101.179.184.188)
The TV series was pretty good--mostly--then just disappeared ! Des .......
270: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Nope (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2017-04-01, 18:19:20 (101.179.184.188)
Heard them on many occasions mainly with Focal Speakers - -still not for me sorry--but enjoy for you that's Ok Horse for courses Des .......
271: Vinyl Asylum, RE: It's nice (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2017-04-01, 17:59:45 (101.179.184.188)
Did you have to forgo your coloured Vinyl? Des .......
272: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Devialet Expert 200 (A game changer) (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2017-04-01, 17:58:15 (101.179.184.188)
" up-scales all inputs to 24 bit/192 Khz " Umm No thanks "Digitus Horrendous" D .......
273: General Asylum, 2000 Aug (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2017-03-30, 17:42:06 (101.179.184.188)
nt .......
274: General Asylum, Eh? (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2017-03-22, 17:45:04 (101.177.27.22)
Hmm-- I thought sounds good--I'll check up on the venerable Garrard 301 TT Yes its listed-- eh?-- as Mfg in Switzerland An they want to be taken seriously? Des .......
275: Digital Drive, Sanyo Transports (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2017-03-19, 17:20:22 (101.177.27.22)
Must do something right--CEC uses them in their TLO series Drives Des .......
276: Critic's Corner, Stereophile Quotes (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2017-03-17, 17:44:45 (101.177.27.22)
Ha!-- yesI noticed in the Current 017 Recommended Component issue --one Reviewer stated "the unit sounded broken" It still made Class A Rating--! go figure D .......
277: Critic's Corner, RE: Andres Koch Slams MQA as A Money Grab and a Fraud (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2017-03-17, 17:34:18 (101.177.27.22)
I'd seriously avoid anything with Meridian attached to it--worst Digital experience I've ever heard. Go Andres! D .......
278: Films/DVD Asylum, John 10:11 (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2017-03-11, 17:59:12 (101.177.27.22)
"I am the good shepherd. The good shepherd lays down His life for the sheep." Forever in your debt V for saving us from La La Hell! D .......
279: Vinyl Asylum, Sad indeed (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2017-03-11, 17:33:34 (101.177.27.22)
Fine "backup singer for some of the greats in the 70s/80's/etc Her own Albums sublime too--Big Fan I have them all RIP VC Des .......
280: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Stiff neck (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2017-03-11, 17:29:47 (101.177.27.22)
Des .......
281: Digital Drive, Theta Data Basic (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2017-03-09, 18:09:28 (101.177.27.22)
If you can find one--they do come up Good Luck anyway Des .......
282: General Asylum, Suffer little children (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2017-03-05, 17:29:28 (101.177.27.22)
For there ain't nuthin' that has so many tentacles out there I'm with ya Bro! Des .......
283: General Asylum, What's the prize? (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2017-03-05, 17:25:08 (101.177.27.22)
For finding and naming the Audio objects--ha! Des .......
284: Films/DVD Asylum, Black Sails Keelhauling sequence (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2017-02-19, 17:09:50 (101.177.27.22)
Stuff of genuine Nightmares not the faux horror rubbish dished up elsewhere TV production to the fore --as it should be Des .......
285: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Contacting Bob Graham at Graham Engineering (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2017-02-07, 22:26:45 (101.177.27.22)
Yes even Michael Fremer prefers the 4point over the Graham I concur whole heartedly Des .......
286: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Contacting Bob Graham at Graham Engineering (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2017-02-05, 17:55:14 (101.177.27.22)
P, Oh dear--I see--and feel your dilemma-hell I know for us down here how bloody frustrating it can be to get any semblance of Service that befits our $$ outlay and situation Frankly the Aus importe .......
287: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Contacting Bob Graham at Graham Engineering (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2017-02-04, 19:16:19 (101.177.27.22)
Yoh Paul, You may consider in the light of all this no response to correspondence is to move the Graham on -- my personal observations and auditioning the Arms--including on both TechDas TTs is that .......
288: General Asylum, Yep (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2017-02-04, 19:01:51 (101.177.27.22)
When a Vulture Capitalist mob take over a "once" great US Audio company "We needa to maka da profeet--so shutuppa ya faace!" Sad D .......
289: General Asylum, Funny that (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2017-02-03, 18:56:19 (101.177.27.22)
I had a pet Parrot once poor b***ger born with no beak But I taught him to suck seed Sorry D .......
290: Critic's Corner, Eh? (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2017-01-27, 17:07:30 (101.177.27.22)
Sorry you feel that way! My apologies for polluting your thread-- D .......
291: Critic's Corner, Indeed (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2017-01-27, 16:36:15 (101.177.27.22)
As much as Martin is a respected audio writer and reviewer in the community, he still has had a long term"friendship" with the UK's leading Hi End Importer --to both their mutual advantages I'd muste .......
292: Critic's Corner, True (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2017-01-27, 16:23:51 (101.177.27.22)
Richard Hardesty tried it--he didn't have enough "pull" --it folded D .......
293: Digital Drive, Cool.nt (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2017-01-23, 23:14:43 (101.177.27.22)
Peace Des .......
294: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Power Conditioner Recomendations (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2017-01-20, 02:56:15 (101.177.27.22)
Agree --I use them too- wouldn't run my system without Des .......
295: Speaker Asylum, RE: Marten Speakers vs. AN (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2017-01-11, 20:06:29 (101.177.27.22)
Yes the rumour is a high roller Buyer auditioned via the folks at AF-- and purchased direct from Marten Tsk Tsk very naughty! D .......
296: Speaker Asylum, RE: Magnepan vs Meridian (haha) (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2017-01-11, 15:04:12 (101.177.27.22)
Magnepans over Meridian every time One of the worst Demos I've ever heard Penta Show Heathrow UK Ground floor Suite Meridian front end and Speakers--Digital at it's worst Go with the Maggies Des ::: .......
297: Vinyl Asylum, RE: With a name like that (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2017-01-11, 03:32:30 (101.177.27.22)
You don't accept mails D .......
298: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Trinidad Connection (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2017-01-10, 20:53:10 (101.177.27.22)
PM sent Des .......
299: Vinyl Asylum, Trinidad Connection (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2017-01-10, 14:40:51 (101.177.27.22)
Best Phono I've heard Google Lionel Seemungal and Walter Yip Des .......
300: Speaker Asylum, Cast him in bad light Oh yeah? (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2017-01-09, 14:26:30 (101.177.27.22)
Well at a CES I sat down to listen to his creations-- he obviously didn't think I looked like the sort of dude that would buy his Speaker --he just came me and said he wanted me to leave his room WTF? .......
301: Vinyl Asylum, RE: My hometown thrifts have dried up too, but I am currently a tourist in Las Vegas. (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2017-01-03, 21:32:34 (101.177.41.115)
Trust you have perused all at Paradise Records on Paradise/Sahara--some good Vinyl there just a walk from the Hilton Des .......
302: General Asylum, But not this! (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2016-12-27, 14:25:05 (101.177.41.115)
Blonde takes her Receiver into shop for repair--she tells the Tech " The Music's all crackly and awful can't bear it!" Tech: "Ok come back in an hour-should have it fixed" Blonde returns then-- Tech .......
303: Digital Drive, Fickle-- yes (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2016-12-20, 14:35:51 (101.177.41.115)
My $20K TL0 wouldn't play Rounder Records CDs-nor half my CD-Rs The 10 year old MacBook Pro spins them without a wimper Go figure? Goo luck with yours! Des .......
304: Films/DVD Asylum, Victor (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2016-12-15, 13:48:28 (101.177.41.115)
If you demand satisfaction--I'll be your second! D .......
305: Speaker Asylum, Indeed (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2016-12-15, 13:40:14 (101.177.41.115)
Yes the 5A Carbons in my opinion are the jewel in Richards fine collection I'd own em! Des .......
306: Films/DVD Asylum, Nocturnal Animals (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2016-12-13, 15:39:28 (101.177.41.115)
Haven't seen it but your description allays my thoughts to a British Thriller of the 50's Chase a Crooked Shadow with Dirk Bogarde and Anne Baxter I may be off course --long time since I've seen that .......
307: Films/DVD Asylum, Totally agree V! nt (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2016-12-13, 15:35:22 (101.177.41.115)
nt D .......
308: Digital Drive, You are not alone even the Expensive Club shirks! (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2016-12-13, 15:33:32 (101.177.41.115)
Blah--my TLO and Sondek CD12 were right little asswipes neither would play CD-Rs consistently I tried the TYudens/ MoFi/and all manner of so called " super CD-r's--none were all conquering in either .......
309: Films/DVD Asylum, Thank you! (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2016-12-06, 14:55:01 (101.177.41.115)
Yes I worked on a few Movies during my time living in Ireland(Eire) in the 60's--maybe pop up some more gems if the Movies are mentioned here--fun times! I recall Young Cassidy with Henry Hathaway(Joh .......
310: Films/DVD Asylum, Memories (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2016-12-06, 00:45:11 (101.177.41.115)
Ah Nostalgia--I worked on the Film--I shot the Stills in the courtroom(?) scene-it was filmed at the long defunct Ardmore Dublin Studio--the grey wet miserable winter weather was apt for the East Germ .......
311: Vinyl Asylum, Totally Agree (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2016-12-04, 14:59:35 (101.177.41.115)
A true gentleman and service to the Audio community deserves all our support Des .......
312: Digital Drive, Naim (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2016-11-22, 00:22:55 (101.177.41.115)
They play CD-Rs D .......
313: Digital Drive, Yes Abe Puzzling (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2016-11-19, 14:17:30 (101.177.41.115)
My TWO(?) LineStreamers just slowly stopped working over a few days- - bloody strange I do admit. No one had any answers although my 17" MBook is pre 2011. Agree though fine value for the $$--yes the .......
314: Digital Drive, I burnt two LineStreamers out (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2016-11-14, 14:58:07 (210.10.156.110)
Yep Digitising LP'S I had two slowly fail to work--No factory parts anymore so both refunded by Amazon without Question--Kudos to them! I know Kevin Halverson the designer and while he was most promp .......
315: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Try This (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2016-10-25, 21:57:41 (101.177.41.115)
kevin@hirestech.com Kevin Halverson was the designer at Muse I had those Amps--smooth operators--Mosfets if I recall Good Luck Des .......
316: Films/DVD Asylum, Just watched it (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2016-10-20, 22:05:46 (101.177.41.115)
Yes good View--didn't get too involved with the politics-- nasty bunch worse than the natives! Excellent action sequences--no Irish killed--amazing alright! Couple of points Made pretty obvious Dags p .......
317: Vinyl Asylum, Mat said NO this time last year- (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2016-10-14, 03:17:00 (101.177.41.115)
" Absolute Sound will no longer have access to VPITables" Oct 15 2015 D .......
318: Films/DVD Asylum, If that's bad --get a Gander at this list- #1- WTF? (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2016-10-01, 16:54:19 (101.177.41.115)
Des ( Shaking head!) .......
319: Vinyl Asylum, The 4 Point has removable headshell NT (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2016-09-30, 16:11:36 (101.177.41.115)
nt D .......
320: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Wally Tractor Universal... is it worth it? (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2016-09-27, 16:58:56 (101.177.41.115)
I partook of the Cartridge setup as MF demoed in the Analog Planet article --which stated send you results to Wally M and he will diagnose and reply I did and nix,nada-waited 3 months in vain for rep .......
321: General Asylum, Hmmm really--not PRAT? (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2016-09-17, 17:53:10 (101.177.41.115)
Just I know a few D .......
322: General Asylum, RE: I swear by Taiyo Yuden CDRs (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2016-09-14, 16:44:50 (101.177.41.115)
Yes I am using the JVC Jp ones Des .......
323: Vinyl Asylum, Agree (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2016-09-13, 16:56:37 (101.177.41.115)
The cartridge is an Enigma--bit of Heaven and Hell-ha! I had great results in the original Breuer 8c Des .......
324: General Asylum, "Sad thing is you just have to convert those downloads to CD." (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2016-09-13, 16:48:15 (101.177.41.115)
Indeed just don't use Mitsui Gold CD-Rs or MOFI Golds--the Burners won't accept them Haven't tried a Plextor--do they work in them? Des .......
325: General Asylum, How many Octaves again? nt (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2016-09-13, 16:44:08 (101.177.41.115)
nt .......
326: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Jennifer Warnes-----The Well (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2016-09-08, 16:13:52 (101.177.41.115)
I found the SACD version the best--would'nt bother with the Boxed 45 RPM Vinyl--it sounds constipated Someone left the limiter on the Dynamic control-meh! Des .......
327: Vinyl Asylum, Got mine here (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2016-08-14, 23:26:01 (101.177.41.115)
Des .......
328: General Asylum, Religion is the world's oldest profession (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2016-08-11, 17:52:02 (101.177.41.115)
Oh Really?-- I was told in primary school Prostitution was Glad to hear the problem you had solved by the way--Kudos! D .......
329: Speaker Asylum, Geez you guys are cruel (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2016-07-30, 17:20:14 (101.177.12.108)
Better! D .......
330: Vinyl Asylum, Soldering is Kinda Fun--? (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2016-07-21, 18:47:10 (101.177.12.108)
Wow John ! you learn something every day--I don't know how I missed that after 58 years ha! Des .......
331: Films/DVD Asylum, RE: Just plain nuts (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2016-07-12, 17:09:17 (101.177.12.108)
Ah Ok--I didn't search earlier--thanks for the Update Des .......
332: General Asylum, Ah a break through! (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2016-07-12, 17:01:58 (101.177.12.108)
Yes they sound good bargain score! But I think I'll stick with my earlier observation as all Jadis products are supplied with Moulded Plugs both ends--never with Hubbell's Good Listening Des ::: TOPI .......
333: Films/DVD Asylum, Hard to be a God (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2016-07-11, 18:41:26 (101.177.12.108)
Wow the mind boggles at the imagination of this Film maker--leaves you in a sweat -ha! D .......
334: General Asylum, RE: Categorically No (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2016-07-11, 17:41:47 (101.177.12.108)
Re the reason to make the Cords?--well Jadis was some of the first brands the Asian Hi End Market absorbed and it was /still is very ego driven product in fact last I heard it was part owned by the Ho .......
335: General Asylum, Agree on both counts (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2016-07-10, 16:43:22 (101.177.12.108)
Yes it is printed Roto Gravure Intaglio method -very expensive --Plus they'd use hi density Colour Inks (Mercury pitched and maybe non Soy) not the best for the environment but superb richness of the .......
336: General Asylum, Categorically No (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2016-07-10, 16:37:18 (101.177.12.108)
Having owned 6 Jadis Products I've never encountered that lettering on any Power cords Schuko or US plug types. I'd say the Poster here that mention aChinese "fake" is on the money Des .......
337: General Asylum, Could be- (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2016-07-08, 19:02:04 (101.177.12.108)
the time /expense to interpret the original to the western left to right hand page reading No? Seriously fine and intensely produce magazine though Des .......
338: Films/DVD Asylum, Ah Yes (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2016-06-26, 19:51:55 (101.177.4.244)
I remember that--well bits anyway--it was on Sunday afternoon winter TV a couple of years back--OK -but Aust can/does do better I feel. Goldstone picks up from Mystery Road--the reports say it is b .......
339: General Asylum, And we all needed this as well! (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2016-06-20, 16:18:45 (101.177.4.244)
Ha! Des .......
340: Films/DVD Asylum, RE: An easy to recommend film (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2016-06-19, 17:06:24 (101.177.4.244)
Ha--Yes I forgot you may need the Subs(!) Ah yes the Mule--however I have to admit bodily functions are not really my viewing cuppa! But I believe it was OK I fully recommend Proof with Hugo and pr .......
341: Films/DVD Asylum, Ah Good one V! (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2016-06-19, 00:44:03 (101.177.4.244)
Coming from such esteemed company as your good self Appreciate the compliments Des .......
342: Films/DVD Asylum, Almost the opposite-- (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2016-06-16, 16:46:27 (101.177.4.244)
They go looking for you--! Des .......
343: Films/DVD Asylum, Mystery Road (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2016-06-13, 16:50:47 (101.177.4.244)
For lovers of Brooding Barren Outback thrillers--this is worth watching--meanders a tad in places--homage possibly to the EU school of Cinematic plot development but hey buckle in when the tempo .......
344: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Loricraft vs Woodsong Audio for Garrard 301 restoration ? (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2016-06-12, 17:29:34 (101.177.4.244)
Yes--absolute quietness to the running--more blacker backgrounds in the sonics safer too!--all cadmium removed and some safety changes as I mentioned. Vial of Oil and Touch up paint included--nice g .......
345: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Loricraft vs Woodsong Audio for Garrard 301 restoration ? (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2016-06-12, 00:28:12 (101.177.4.244)
Hi, Had my 301 (Oil B) refurbished by Loricraft Terry and Bob--very professional attitude and VAT free entry and exits labels all supplied by them in advance for prompt Customs entry and exit Superb j .......
346: General Asylum, And the Turbosounds! nt. (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2016-06-10, 18:38:54 (101.179.163.6)
nt Des .......
347: General Asylum, RE: Pics from THE Show 2016..... (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2016-06-10, 04:41:39 (101.179.163.6)
Excellent coverage and super pics!--the details retrieval from the little Panasonic Is superb! On this result you may have surpassed Mr My Hi-End as the go to "Snapper Extraordinaire" Kudos and thank .......
348: Films/DVD Asylum, Agree (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2016-06-08, 17:01:48 (101.179.163.6)
Total Sickf**k--yes the unintentional "humour' was a giggle--( The Laxative!) How they got those poor sods--unemployed Actor wannabes? to put their chops in some one else's butt --was amusingly Perve .......
349: Films/DVD Asylum, Socks? (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2016-06-07, 16:11:16 (101.179.163.6)
More like Jocks! D .......
350: Films/DVD Asylum, Annus Horribilis (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2016-06-07, 03:41:29 (101.179.163.6)
Gawd save us from this sickness of mind--but just for you Veektor! I suffered till the end and bloody hell the lowly Centipede had it's very own "Anus" Horribliss! --Drum roll and FIN! Des ::: TOPIC .......
351: Films/DVD Asylum, I lasted half that! (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2016-06-06, 16:19:49 (101.179.163.6)
The Russian willpower is legendary! Des .......
352: Films/DVD Asylum, RE: Curiosity got the better of me (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2016-06-06, 16:17:16 (101.179.163.6)
Ah no ! --#II was wrenchingly abhorrent enough at least Pasolini's Salo had class--worth alone for the fashion of the times Centipede -my ass--(Pun unintentional !) Des .......
353: Films/DVD Asylum, Noted (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2016-06-04, 15:54:24 (101.179.163.6)
My willpower was shot--must've been the Meds Des .......
354: Films/DVD Asylum, Curiosity got the better of me (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2016-06-04, 00:53:55 (101.179.163.6)
I succumbed to endure this travesty of Film making-- Human Centipede II Anyone else jumped the Shark? if not forget it and stay sane! D .......
355: General Asylum, Hey--you talking ta me! (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2016-05-19, 23:49:33 (47.72.227.102)
Still going Strong---doing nothing! D .......
356: Vinyl Asylum, RE: "Love's a gift that's truly handmade." Guy Clark... (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2016-05-17, 21:00:19 (47.72.227.102)
Ah Sad--one of my Fav' Artists "Desperado's waiting for a Train!" RIP Guy Des .......
357: Vinyl Asylum, +1 (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2016-05-05, 19:39:04 (101.183.200.109)
What he and his company are producing for the industry -- when as well know other factors are at play on personal level for Peter is indeed a benchmark and we can only support his products even more .......
358: General Asylum, Rats?--nah how about the Chefs! (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2016-05-02, 20:47:16 (101.183.200.109)
Rats Turds--ha! In Sydney Aust a Couple kept complaining about the food in a local cafe to finish they ordered Chocolate Parfait --or similar for Dessert The incensed Chef did his #2 in the Cup --cov .......
359: Vinyl Asylum, Superb Work nt! (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2016-05-02, 16:08:28 (101.183.200.109)
nt Des .......
360: General Asylum, RE: care to share pic of your main system? here's mine (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2016-04-24, 18:00:31 (101.183.200.109)
Hmmm--Can't see the AR-777--gone AWOL? Des .......
361: Vinyl Asylum, RE: AIR FORCE 1 TURNTABLE AND GRAHAM PHANTOM ELITE TONEARM (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2016-04-21, 17:30:32 (101.183.200.109)
Agree on all points I compared the MS SX8000 to an AF2 The MS was superior sonically I felt Indeed that Ikeda arm is my preference as well D .......
362: General Asylum, RE: OMG! Prince just passed away! (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2016-04-21, 17:03:40 (101.183.200.109)
So sad--one of the true music genius's of our time That guitar solo in the Harrison Benefit concert was state of the Art RIP Prince Des .......
363: General Asylum, Nah Richard the Kiwi's have it sewn up (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2016-04-13, 23:01:37 (101.183.200.109)
Des .......
364: Speaker Asylum, I thought he had a fire? (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2016-04-05, 17:17:58 (101.183.200.109)
That destroyed the previous main Room #1 HP RIP Des .......
365: Vinyl Asylum, Call the Experts (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2016-03-31, 18:19:47 (101.183.200.109)
Ask Terry O'Sullivan and Bob Mortimer( His father designed the 301) terry@garrard501.com Good luck Des .......
366: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Sucker punched (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2016-03-30, 17:09:53 (101.183.200.109)
Me good!--after the the big Blab story of the fire at the Factory early 70's I admit to feeling sorry and bought the Combo to assist the rebuild /etc/etc Worst decision I ever made--the freaking amp .......
367: General Asylum, The Italian Hedgefund Design Groups (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2016-03-30, 17:04:44 (101.183.200.109)
Attempt at TT design-- hide your heads Clearaudio Oh Dear me! D .......
368: General Asylum, Link Wray-- Rumble (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2016-03-27, 17:27:52 (101.183.166.64)
Was the one for me --outa the fog of--- Rock N' Roll Waltz ,Oh Mein Papa, The Happy Wanderer, Cool times though ha! Des .......
369: Cable Asylum, With care please if broken (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2016-03-25, 16:50:46 (101.183.166.64)
Those Magnan's--especially the Vi internal wire is the size of human hair Steady fingers required Agree though great sounding cables Des .......
370: General Asylum, Deservedly so (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2016-03-24, 16:07:11 (101.183.166.64)
I count John as a friend and brilliant designer--as a Vendetta owner I concur all the Plaudits herewith. Keep up the great work JC! Des .......
371: Films/DVD Asylum, Last Tango in Paris (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2016-03-17, 18:24:10 (101.183.166.64)
--no? Des .......
372: Films/DVD Asylum, Indeed! (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2016-03-17, 18:20:36 (101.183.166.64)
Yes!--Great Film-- Edward Woodward such an underated actor in the same mould as Robert Shaw both deserved better recognition Serious students of Modern Cinema should view this Des .......
373: General Asylum, Partial to some Ray La Montagne (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2016-03-17, 18:08:39 (101.183.166.64)
Des .......
374: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Rant....Had to pay Duty when sending to Expert Stylus!! (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2016-03-16, 17:56:44 (101.183.127.210)
Yes when I sent my 301 to the UK for refurbishment the UK factory--Loricraft sent me via email a "Repair and Return to owner UK Authorisation label" to affix to the carton before I sent it to them. Th .......
375: Vinyl Asylum, It was Master Tape (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2016-03-11, 15:18:37 (101.183.201.29)
That had not been rewound to the beginning-- so Peel just placed it in the machine and pushed Play he did same with the second tape--ha! Des .......
376: Amp/Preamp Asylum, +1 (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2016-03-11, 15:15:04 (101.183.201.29)
Dealings with Michael at Ayre Support absolutely exemplary One of the best companies to deal with I'll give'em a 10+ ! Des .......
377: Films/DVD Asylum, Diplomacy -we are discussing no? nt (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2016-03-10, 20:24:01 (101.183.201.29)
nt D .......
378: Films/DVD Asylum, Agree- a"good"film (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2016-03-08, 15:48:52 (101.183.201.29)
Big fan of Volker Schlöndorff since his masterful Tin Drum--his Paris Film while good and interesting with moments of genuine tension became bit too "talky" and try too hard to get into the particip .......
379: Speaker Asylum, Viagra? (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2016-03-08, 15:34:22 (101.183.201.29)
Sorry! D .......
380: General Asylum, Ballad of the Runaway Horse (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2016-02-27, 23:21:36 (101.183.201.29)
Warnes and Wasserman --then Lily was Here--Dave Stewart and Dulfer Both on Vinyl and CD Des .......
381: Vinyl Asylum, Me too (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2016-02-25, 20:01:24 (101.183.201.29)
I heard the Techdas AF1 and agree with you--until I compared it to the Micro Seiki SX 8000 The MS was better D .......
382: Digital Drive, Yes also (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2016-02-23, 16:21:23 (101.183.201.29)
I had a fake CD of Jose Feliciano bought from Amazon--be careful and check your purchases would be my advice Des .......
383: Vinyl Asylum, Yes or Kat (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2016-02-12, 16:14:12 (101.183.201.29)
khn@ortofon.dk Smart lady-- no BS! Des .......
384: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Best passive preamps (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2016-02-07, 20:04:52 (101.183.201.29)
Yes Jerry also designed the superb Jadis Dacs--I'm for trying the Slagle--give them a trial I know Dave--quirky but hey his Transformers are acknowledged as some of the best out there may be best to .......
385: Films/DVD Asylum, Yes mandatory if only for the ending disclosure (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2016-01-26, 15:14:58 (101.183.201.29)
That you'd have to win Lotto first before getting that never to be forgotten See it! Des .......
386: Inmate Central, My Fav Airline too (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2016-01-26, 14:58:05 (101.183.201.29)
Funnies-- " Ladies and Gentleman please make sure seatbelt fastened as we're about to go fast" Always remember that-ha! D .......
387: Cable Asylum, Belden 9497? (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2016-01-21, 15:23:27 (101.183.201.29)
Maybe-- D .......
388: Vinyl Asylum, Here tis (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2016-01-18, 00:08:47 (101.183.201.29)
Easy peasy! D .......
389: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Accuphase. nt (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2016-01-11, 02:15:21 (101.183.59.150)
nt Des .......
390: Films/DVD Asylum, Deja Vue (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2016-01-10, 15:43:14 (101.183.59.150)
nt D .......
391: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Try this for starters (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2016-01-08, 14:08:07 (101.183.59.150)
Some meaty bits here! Des .......
392: General Asylum, 75/58 (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2016-01-01, 13:20:25 (101.164.219.132)
And still trying! Des .......
393: Speaker Asylum, Audio Consulting of Switzerland (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2016-01-01, 13:18:49 (101.164.219.132)
Or really good clones! Des .......
394: Films/DVD Asylum, Thank you --I may have located it (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2015-12-28, 13:17:04 (101.164.219.132)
but cannot find Ambush a Finnish WWII saga that I was also recommended is it worth pursuing? ta greatly Des .......
395: Films/DVD Asylum, Story of my life (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2015-12-27, 16:02:30 (101.164.219.132)
I'm always late for the party! D .......
396: Films/DVD Asylum, Come and See (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2015-12-27, 14:15:06 (101.164.219.132)
Anyone seen this --2 and half hours waiting for something to happen--keeps you locked in even if it tends to meander--gritty,grim but telling Worth a look Des .......
397: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Mitchell Cotter MK2L (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2015-12-15, 13:37:08 (101.164.219.132)
It was designed for the Koetsu's--worked best with the Stone bodied. Tre's diagram below is excellent if you want to change Ive owned both configurations /cart/ SUT/etc -- however not certain if the .......
398: Vinyl Asylum, +1 for the Adjust + Software (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2015-11-30, 02:31:42 (101.164.219.132)
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399: Films/DVD Asylum, Agree -Some Like it Hot the winner nt! (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2015-11-16, 13:59:06 (101.164.219.132)
nt Des .......
400: General Asylum, Great success here lately (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2015-11-08, 18:29:08 (101.163.79.228)
Posted item on Agon no action--2 days on AA site here and SOLD--the Classifieds are picking up I find--give them a go Des .......
401: Vinyl Asylum, He's had the Snip? nt (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2015-11-03, 14:46:47 (121.222.244.162)
nt Des .......
402: Critic's Corner, The Classiest one I ever read was LJK Setright nt (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2015-11-02, 16:54:32 (121.222.244.162)
nt Des .......
403: Vinyl Asylum, Good Points J-Footfalls? (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2015-10-22, 18:43:25 (210.5.185.201)
Yes good analogy-my 98 Daewoo gets me to the 7Eleven just as well as my Snobby neighbours E63AMG-ha! I think Mark would know his Market now-with pickup possibly from the Continuum strategy Agree on .......
404: Vinyl Asylum, RE: one might wonder (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2015-10-22, 18:36:27 (210.5.185.201)
Ha! glad I'm not the only one that had initial angst at setting the levels on the K!--happy camper here also though. My only Q for MK would be some internal changes designwise to spread the support( .......
405: Vinyl Asylum, True with Provisos maybe (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2015-10-22, 03:04:33 (210.5.185.201)
Hi, I use a Minus K with the Filled Phenolic Stand they supply--it is indeed a superb "isolation" platform that delivers as promised--I've used the Combo only with "solid" set TT's--no suspended versi .......
406: General Asylum, Bricks or Magic?.(nt) (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2015-10-15, 15:54:08 (210.5.185.201)
nt Des .......
407: Tweakers' Asylum, Placement (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2015-10-04, 17:15:14 (60.231.39.62)
Jim Smith has his 777 dead centre on front wall as here-- mine Pictured same situ on two ASC centre traps ha yes the cursed light --I just placed a white self adhesive furniture damper to the LED --h .......
408: Critic's Corner, I must admit though (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2015-10-03, 16:15:20 (60.231.39.62)
to being slightly perplexed at the outcome --for such an obviously sincere Team player all those years--like I said --a hanging offence?-- to merely 'correct' some anomalies that appear to cloud the .......
409: Critic's Corner, Yes (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2015-10-03, 02:56:49 (60.231.39.62)
Nothing surprises though with Harman- Des .......
410: Critic's Corner, Rumour (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2015-10-02, 17:12:29 (60.231.39.62)
Is his posting on another forum "outing" the facts to the design of the Revel speaker being credited to the wrong person. The original Post has been deleted but you can read it in another followup pos .......
411: Tweakers' Asylum, Interesting (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2015-10-02, 17:06:51 (60.231.39.62)
Your AC Generator have the rest of your system powered from as well? I thought I read the RR's had to to be powered from a different circuit from the main gears. Des .......
412: Speaker Asylum, Funny but true (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2015-09-28, 16:51:41 (60.231.39.62)
My only experience with Crown/Amcron was a D150 Amp that spewed DC into my JBLs both new outa the box--stuffed the Speakers and Amp Buy at your peril Meh! Des .......
413: Cable Asylum, Ok (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2015-09-22, 16:39:23 (123.211.48.227)
I must have mis read some--I thought you had to buy a Reel at that price The off cuts 20/30 ft etc seemed fair i felt Des .......
414: Critic's Corner, +1 (nt) (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2015-09-21, 17:20:34 (123.211.48.227)
nt Des .......
415: Cable Asylum, RE: speaker cable (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2015-09-21, 17:19:23 (123.211.48.227)
I'd get this cheap as chips on US Ebay Belden 9497 .......
416: General Asylum, Balls (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2015-09-21, 17:08:36 (123.211.48.227)
Well this one seems to have some Des .......
417: General Asylum, Damn! (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2015-09-20, 04:08:57 (123.211.48.227)
I don't drink--luv to have tried that one! Us wowser's have to make do with the lemon flavouring Glucosamine Chondroitin 4500( The # is the potency a MUST) Works for me Des .......
418: Vinyl Asylum, Add this one (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2015-09-11, 16:17:27 (123.211.48.227)
John Curl has one--haven't heard it myself but for the $$'s no brainer Des .......
419: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Vinyl Flat does not keep the heat or does not get heated quickly enough (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2015-09-11, 16:13:23 (123.211.48.227)
Sorry I sold mine--I found it flaky and unreliable--yes I followed the instructions to the core with a Pouch After it /I stuffed a valuable pressing --it exited stage left! Good luck with it Des ::: .......
420: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Brinkmann Bardo (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2015-09-11, 16:10:31 (123.211.48.227)
I compared it with a Dr Feickert Blackbird The Blackbird was better YVMV D .......
421: Films/DVD Asylum, True captivating-- but harnessing the Whirlpools? (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2015-08-26, 17:18:32 (123.211.48.227)
Um--well yes! Des .......
422: Vinyl Asylum, Careful (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2015-08-24, 17:23:05 (123.211.48.227)
As pointed elsewhere Stylii configurations decide the correct area of which to measure especially the tricky Shibata's--the excellent Jon Risch article of 1981 outlines these Some noted Cartridge des .......
423: Vinyl Asylum, Yes (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2015-08-24, 17:17:40 (123.211.48.227)
I've listened at length to it on a TechDas AF1/ CH Amps/ Wilson Benesch Spkrs and was impressed--mind you the WB's were Standmounts --so bass not overly presented Having owned slightly similar concept .......
424: Vinyl Asylum, No Finito (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2015-08-22, 16:39:53 (123.211.48.227)
On 13 Mar 2015, at 9:36 pm, Simon Yorke simon@recordplayer.com wrote: Hi Desmond, I regret to inform you that we are no longer in business. And I cannot provide you with another SYD machine as there i .......
425: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Simon Yorke -whats the allure ? (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2015-08-21, 23:04:34 (123.211.48.227)
They just sound "right" I owned one and it did display sonic neutrality lacking in other decks basic and no frills but oh so musical in portrayal -yes pity no longer made--sad Des .......
426: General Asylum, Adjusting brain!-- (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2015-08-18, 01:20:36 (123.211.48.227)
Ahem--Shelleys Stereo--yes over 20 years ago--definitely in the Valley if I recall --I thought Woodland Hills but that was Mike at Precision Audio-- Nor up the stairs to Randy's loft--Shelleys was gro .......
427: General Asylum, Woodland? (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2015-08-16, 15:32:24 (123.211.48.227)
This Elephant is getting bit long in the Tusk Des .......
428: Critic's Corner, Your Okay- (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2015-08-16, 03:19:29 (123.211.48.227)
He did great recording of Autumn Leaves and he's dead Des .......
429: General Asylum, Nay (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2015-08-14, 16:18:01 (123.211.48.227)
Only visited once to hear Audio Research--Rude, condescending Mob Avoid! Des .......
430: Films/DVD Asylum, Nah--REALLY shock her! (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2015-08-10, 03:47:04 (124.186.75.204)
Salo! Des .......
431: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Micro Seiki MA-808X (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2015-08-06, 17:49:35 (123.211.170.250)
Interesting choice Dave--you prefer over the SAEC's? Good Listening, Des .......
432: General Asylum, Yes indeed great read -thank you (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2015-08-06, 17:37:22 (123.211.170.250)
Ah yes the halcyon days--oh the memories--ha! Had the opportunity to sit next to JGH(RIP) on the bus to show in the early 90s' had good chat most learned and revered figure--I still have couple of the .......
433: Critic's Corner, Yes JWC--God bless his cotton Socks! (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2015-07-25, 06:38:06 (200.78.168.181)
Sucked my wallet dry with those "cursed" DWXG-8's--I had stacked pairs powered with bridged Electro Research A75's driving the Primary of the Transformer Direct(.025 Ohm!) Sublime transparency and Mod .......
434: Vinyl Asylum, RE: WTF ??? (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2015-07-25, 06:24:32 (200.78.168.181)
Neither--Too mucho metal on the AF One--don't rate the Graham Arm either Technics --been there--moved on I feel Next Des .......
435: Speaker Asylum, RE: Has anyone heard the Gini version? (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2015-07-24, 04:22:02 (200.78.168.181)
Total Rubbish D .......
436: General Asylum, Can't leave out Rachel (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2015-07-13, 02:49:40 (123.211.170.250)
Russell Morris's Aust anti war song Des .......
437: Vinyl Asylum, Try Static balance (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2015-07-11, 16:11:29 (123.211.170.250)
I've had bit of history with these arms-- if you get a chance try Static balance--zero the adjust-level and move the counterweight for the downforce by hand I found cleaner Mids ---with a Jan Allaer .......
438: General Asylum, Here tis (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2015-07-11, 16:03:38 (123.211.170.250)
Speak to Roy Des .......
439: Vinyl Asylum, Not sure if it goes (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2015-07-08, 04:44:00 (123.211.237.21)
Bamboo is a grass--Ive seen it used in bunches as diffuser in Sound rooms plus as Cantilevers in MC Carts--I think there is a Tonearm as well I have Tonkin growing in my Walkway--Ive whacked that a .......
440: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Ha! well I did warn you (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2015-07-02, 19:18:18 (124.187.104.16)
Good one--the Drug is taking effect--ha! Yes your Phono upgrade priority I'd say--you are Mr AN--why not stay on the horse? Good Listening Des .......
441: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Avalon speakers and Audio Consulting (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2015-07-02, 19:10:34 (124.187.104.16)
Get my vote Des .......
442: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Hmm -reminds me of another Company's ideology (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2015-07-02, 19:08:59 (124.187.104.16)
HALCRO---Mehh! Des .......
443: Vinyl Asylum, Ha! well I did warn you (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2015-06-30, 03:57:04 (124.187.104.16)
Yes although he has stuff I've never seen elsewhere --plus he does NOT negotiate Well not for me anyway--I was thinking of getting my Cathay friends to teach me some flattering Cantonese verse so I .......
444: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Ah!--good show-never resist temptation (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2015-06-28, 16:26:39 (124.187.104.16)
Sounds good you are well on the Vinyl highway! Hmm the HMV buy sounds interesting--good luck there--I'd certainly stick with the AN Phono if you can with your obvious rapport there gotta be a bonus .......
445: Vinyl Asylum, Ah!--good show-never resist temptation (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2015-06-28, 01:28:50 (124.185.144.65)
Kudos Richard-- hope it sounds great--maybe the phono stage next-hmmm? I presume you know where to get the best Vinyl---not cheap but superb Quality Best LP S/H selections in Hkg- if it's not near min .......
446: Vinyl Asylum, Great find -as for Grainger (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2015-06-27, 17:36:54 (124.185.144.65)
He was a tearaway --the scourge of the Junior Pianoforte students in the 50's was to make the transition from John Thompson to Grainger's English County Gardens-ha! Des .......
447: Vinyl Asylum, Yes I have both the LP and CD--interestingly (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2015-06-26, 20:24:57 (124.185.144.65)
Poor old Sir Eugene Goossens came down to Australia in the late 50's to conduct the Sydney Symphony Orchestra Customs decided he was fair game and ransacked his luggage--after a Trip abroad and fo .......
448: Films/DVD Asylum, True (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2015-06-24, 16:52:01 (124.185.144.65)
Pushing up Daises ain't cool either D .......
449: Films/DVD Asylum, I'm Amazed (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2015-06-23, 16:17:31 (124.185.144.65)
That this technology has not been implemented or made mandatory in LightAircraft Or why not in any type for that matter in the degree necessary for descent Des .......
450: General Asylum, "The Acutance of Kodachrome" (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2015-06-22, 16:42:21 (124.185.144.65)
One of HP's Fav assimilations --I always like that one Des .......
451: Critic's Corner, James Bongiorno use Triple Maggies (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2015-06-21, 16:18:49 (124.185.144.65)
in his LA Apartment tri-amped Ampzillas /LP12 SME EMT cartridge-- multiple Subs as well Sheesh-- it would rock the whole Building! I pitied the neighbours! Good Days--ha! Des .......
452: Critic's Corner, Carry on S (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2015-06-18, 16:36:26 (124.185.144.65)
My sentiments also-- luv the Veritys and Avalons-- Sound that draws you in --something that Magico doesn't Not so sure on the Kharmas--my Jurys out on those Des .......
453: Critic's Corner, Soixante-Neuf??? (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2015-06-18, 01:12:54 (124.185.144.65)
Down here in the South pacific we blame everything on the Missionary Interesting assimilation wonder how the terribly English JA feels about that comment Good Chuckle though! Des .......
454: Critic's Corner, Sorry I agree with Sordidman (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2015-06-17, 16:27:18 (124.185.144.65)
Yes exactly as I've heard Magicos on at least 6 occasions Oh Sord' you left out Spectral/ Boulder/Constellation electronics--which I've heard them with Even they could'nt save 'em There are far bette .......
455: Vinyl Asylum, May pay to wait till end of the month (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2015-06-09, 03:53:10 (101.163.66.194)
If Greece defaults on it's EU commitment deadline it could end up bargain buy--the Unit--not the country-or maybe that as well! Just hypothetically-- Des .......
456: Vinyl Asylum, Agree Dave's Da Man! nt (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2015-06-09, 01:40:49 (101.163.66.194)
nt Des .......
457: Vinyl Asylum, Ronnie Gilbert of the Weavers RIP (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2015-06-07, 18:20:29 (101.163.66.194)
Hands up all those who DON'T have the Carnegie Hall Concert LP in their collection Harmonies such bliss RG/RIP Des .......
458: General Asylum, Tannoys--Older versions (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2015-06-07, 17:09:58 (101.163.66.194)
nt Des .......
459: Films/DVD Asylum, RE: The new Mad Max flick looks like it might be good. Agree/disagree? ;-). Nt (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2015-06-02, 20:21:15 (101.162.25.94)
Yes it is strange but fascinating--who cares where its going there's action over the next Dune --or canyon--interesting article in the local rag today re cut scenes The chasers having a Poop in the D .......
460: Digital Drive, RE: Then you'd absolutely would have loved the CDS3+555PS.. (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2015-06-02, 20:13:07 (101.162.25.94)
Yes--I have had the Jadis JD1 and ANote Dac 5 previous so I've tasted the caviar--Ha! But retirement costs necessitated the downsizing I'm pretty surprised the 5XS/FCap combo is as good as it is-- H .......
461: Digital Drive, All hands on Deck (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2015-06-02, 04:27:42 (101.162.25.94)
Yes the slight grainy texture in the Naim Players of old seems to have gone .......
462: Digital Drive, Sorry I meant to say Used (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2015-06-01, 19:26:58 (101.162.25.94)
My ones mentioned were purchased used privately as pair for $2.5k Ser#'s 377 /etc,so 014 Mfg .You'd go hard to beat the sonics at that price--I know having replaced CD12/TLO/ANote Dac4.1x--and the .......
463: Digital Drive, Agree with fantja (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2015-06-01, 15:09:48 (101.162.25.94)
The CD5XS + Flatcap XS for $2.5k is bargain of the year-- It outperformed my Linn CD12 which I've since sold Des .......
464: Films/DVD Asylum, Man of Vendetta--Korean Thriller (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2015-05-26, 13:38:50 (101.162.154.68)
The Sadistic Killer works in a HiFi Store-- Des .......
465: General Asylum, RE: John Ulrick (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2015-05-25, 14:39:20 (101.162.154.68)
Sad indeed-- he assembled me a Infinity Switching Amp in the late 70's--I watched and spent many an hour with him during the makeup--a perfect gentleman and will be sorely missed RIP John .......
466: Amp/Preamp Asylum, When Vulture Capital comes acallin' (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2015-05-04, 16:52:55 (60.231.0.36)
Ms McIntosh dropped her Knickers Agree sad demise of once great US Institution Des .......
467: Vinyl Asylum, RE: A Portable Cat Cracker? (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2015-05-02, 21:49:36 (124.187.21.115)
If we get the next Oil shock--Oh pardon I303--no disrespect to your "Pink Panther" Long may she type! Des .......
468: Vinyl Asylum, Verdier for Moi! (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2015-05-02, 21:46:39 (124.187.21.115)
Old traditions die hard Des .......
469: Vinyl Asylum, Top Arm--top bloke (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2015-04-28, 22:26:45 (123.211.40.241)
When you are that good who needs the writeups--the knowledge and generous attitude to those that speak to him is exemplary -taking his time to explain to me the special bearing SKF had manufactured f .......
470: General Asylum, Jack ELAM----sheeesh! (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2015-04-28, 22:16:13 (123.211.40.241)
Cmon G get with it! Des .......
471: Films/DVD Asylum, Sorry B (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2015-04-27, 16:58:11 (123.211.40.241)
A friend had it on his HD I think it is on sale in the US Des .......
472: Films/DVD Asylum, Why Paris isn't Burning (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2015-04-25, 03:30:16 (123.211.40.241)
Absorbing banter as to one of the great standowns of WWII the saving of Paris Directed by Oscar winner Volker Schlöndorff ( Tin Drum) Recommended Des .......
473: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Maybe something here (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2015-04-23, 17:44:14 (123.211.40.241)
Des .......
474: Vinyl Asylum, Interesting (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2015-04-22, 18:47:22 (123.211.40.241)
I posted below on that score With Chris Sommovigo relocated to Japan wonder who looks after the brand in the US now I emailed David P in Melbourne a while ago and got no reply Des .......
475: General Asylum, Add (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2015-04-22, 18:13:57 (123.211.40.241)
Indonesia Down our way- it's in their genes for centuries D .......
476: Films/DVD Asylum, They have Wives?? (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2015-04-21, 22:12:17 (123.211.40.241)
You learn something every day here!--mine left years ago after they saw the size of my System--- make of that as you will! Des .......
477: Films/DVD Asylum, Too generous (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2015-04-21, 22:06:37 (123.211.40.241)
2 Max from Moi!--he just seemed thoroughly disinterested in the whole shebang Lets' hope Mechanic 2 coming up is as good as the first--RIP the TT--which was it a VPI/Basis/Project?--I did read it som .......
478: General Asylum, Ditto here (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2015-04-21, 21:59:24 (123.211.40.241)
Had some good buying and selling-- the site could do with some fine tuning maybe a button to alert Mods sold/etc and they can remove the listing This may start a war but say Contributors post free "N .......
479: Films/DVD Asylum, Stinker (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2015-04-21, 16:53:23 (123.211.40.241)
Almost as bad as Crank--I think JS just picks up the Paychecks now--pity I liked his earlier stuff- or maybe his agent needs to vet better material Des .......
480: Digital Drive, With tongue in cheek (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2015-04-19, 20:24:49 (123.211.40.241)
I heartily agree with every word! Des .......
481: Digital Drive, As we're told (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2015-04-18, 17:11:03 (123.211.40.241)
This is the way to "perfect sound forever" Really? Des .......
482: Vinyl Asylum, I've tried both ways (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2015-04-18, 17:05:30 (123.211.40.241)
Excellent précis U510-- my own thoughts on comparison of the two constructions is that both have strengths and differences -I wouldn't specify weaknesses . The Yorke/A90 I owned and in direct compari .......
483: Vinyl Asylum, Mr Fremer's observation on Plinths/etc (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2015-04-17, 20:07:10 (123.211.40.241)
Interesting comments caught my attention in the latest Stereophile Michael's review of the Brinkmann/A95 he mentioned " in my experience,the less platform or plinth a turntable has the better it soun .......
484: Vinyl Asylum, Belts R US (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2015-04-13, 19:23:39 (123.211.40.241)
Des .......
485: General Asylum, Agree-- American Life has better production (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2015-04-10, 19:22:21 (123.211.40.241)
Ray has great stuff ALife is like they forgot to employ the limiter--ha! Des .......
486: General Asylum, Doing OK not sure on the fortune (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2015-04-10, 19:16:27 (123.211.40.241)
I happen to know personally Madge's Makeup lady --Joanne Gair--Google if you want-- whether she is still, not certain, I have read Ms M is canny with the $$'s Jo is doing pretty well in her own right .......
487: Tweakers' Asylum, Here? (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2015-04-08, 15:58:07 (123.211.40.241)
Des .......
488: Films/DVD Asylum, Agree (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2015-04-06, 16:06:40 (124.185.51.192)
I've seen it Creepy isn't the word! -- Forget Gambino,Capone,etc --they just killed bodies--Hubbard had killed more minds than any of them D .......
489: Hi-Rez Highway, Been down your path (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2015-04-05, 16:27:43 (124.185.51.192)
Good news! You dodged a bullet! Des .......
490: Vinyl Asylum, Airpax? nt (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2015-04-05, 16:23:24 (124.185.51.192)
nt Des .......
491: Hi-Rez Highway, Eeny Meeny Miney Mo (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2015-04-04, 16:30:32 (124.185.51.192)
Catch one quick for all ya know! Des .......
492: General Asylum, RE: The "same" amp (picture) was sold on ebay for 19270.29 in 2013 (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2015-04-04, 04:15:02 (124.185.51.192)
Good sleuthing ole chap --!! Des .......
493: General Asylum, RE: Good catch... (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2015-04-03, 17:16:40 (124.185.51.192)
They seems so--HongKong has the same Could be legit--but I certainly would'nt be sending any Dosh Collect only on my watch Des .......
494: General Asylum, Suspicious (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2015-04-03, 15:53:18 (124.185.51.192)
Plugs look like UK Fused Flat pins Sale from Calif? Caveat Emptor D .......
495: Vinyl Asylum, RE: so interpret ... (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2015-04-01, 17:41:10 (124.185.51.192)
Wow David--kudos on the great systems -followed your comments on the TT's for and against--I too have owned the LP12--fine player gave much listening pleasure Luv your statement re the 301 "holding .......
496: Vinyl Asylum, Charlotte Rampling Astride the Marantz nt (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2015-03-30, 19:50:08 (124.185.51.192)
nt Des .......
497: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Vinyl babe of the day (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2015-03-28, 16:11:33 (124.185.51.192)
Hmmm looks like an early slimline Anjelica Houston babe?--maybe the couch surfer Des .......
498: Critic's Corner, And the seven year itch? (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2015-03-26, 17:34:21 (124.185.51.192)
Do you trade for the latest model with "newer " features Just kidding! Des .......
499: Vinyl Asylum, Excellent and great Pics (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2015-03-18, 16:29:16 (124.185.51.192)
With the Vendetta you have inverting Phase where did you correct in the chain I have a 2T so not required here I'm a K fan also Good Listening Des .......
500: Digital Drive, RE: old audio note dac 4.1 (0.00)
Posted by Des on 2015-03-13, 21:06:48 (124.185.51.192)
Well the BIG version has more of the virtues of the breed of course--more spacious better depth and imaging--but you pay the BIG price difference for those attributes. I'd be happy with the Small bo .......
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