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1: If we can presume that everyone has a computer.. (17.36)
Posted by G Squared on 2016-02-09, 12:04:43 (129.6.106.38)
I love budget systems. Schiit Bifrost NAD 316 BEE or NAD D 3020 and Elac B6 0r Pioneer SP-BS22-LR and Parts Express Dayton 10" sub with a couple of caps to make a high pass filter in line with the Pio .......
2: Has anyone bought the Pioneer SP-BS41-LR $150.00 speaker reviewed in Sept. Stereophile? (17.36)
Posted by hifinutt1 on 2011-08-15, 22:58:58 (76.173.12.165)
I just finished reading the Robert Reina review (Stereophile Sept. issue) of the $150.00 Pioneer SP-BS41-LR bookshelf speakers designed by Andrew Jones. The review and measurements were very positive .......
3: Suggestion for a $300 stereo system (13.94)
Posted by Bimal@SFBayArea on 2013-10-31, 18:22:19 (98.248.25.101)
I will be meeting my brother after 3 years and want to give him a $300 stereo setup. He lives in a country where the voltage is 230V. The system should fit in my suitcase. The largest one that airline .......
4: cheap garage system (13.01)
Posted by Green Lantern on 2014-03-17, 08:40:49 (72.220.145.238)
just wanted to share my garage system with anyone looking for a dirt cheap system that gets the job done . -Onkyo TX SV525 receiver $70 used, swap meet -Pioneer SP-BS21 $50 new, Amazon -MartinLo .......
5: RE: Has anyone bought the Pioneer SP-BS41-LR $150.00 speaker reviewed in Sept. Stereophile? (12.81)
Posted by Bill the K on 2011-08-16, 10:33:30 (111.92.78.186)
Is it better than the Insignia? Cheers Bill .......
6: RE: I agree (10.97)
Posted by dbphd on 2018-09-05, 02:48:02 (68.6.74.33)
I may have my subs already setup in stereo mode, but I should check it. I think I take the LR SE outputs from the Ayre KX-5 Twenty to the LR inputs of the Velodyne SMS-1 and its LR outputs to the subs .......
7: RE: Little Richard...wow (10.94)
Posted by Green Lantern on 2016-11-06, 12:05:28 (72.220.169.158)
I'm convinced both Prince and Hendrix stole his mustache and attire, ditto for Hendrix with the head band and ultimately the hair do. Prince, Rick James, (and hundreds of other side men) were most lik .......
8: Looking for 8 or 16 ohm tweeters from the Sansui SP line.. (10.75)
Posted by Buzz on 2001-03-02, 11:38:00 (216.103.9.173)
I am in need of 4 tweeters from the Sansui old SP line. SP-100, SP-2000, SP-2500, etc. If anyone has any please email me at bmwolfe@yahoo.com. Thanks .......
9: RE: Has anyone bought the Pioneer SP-BS41-LR $150.00 speaker reviewed in Sept. Stereophile? (10.75)
Posted by 3db on 2011-08-23, 08:39:29 (140.80.199.91)
I'm guessing teh Pioneers measure better sonically then the Haydens.I know they measur much better then the Baby Beethovens. .......
10: This must be a test of long term memory... (10.64)
Posted by rcrump on 2001-11-10, 22:20:03 (24.162.38.181)
You might try posting your questions on ancient gear in the vintage asylum from now on.....The SP-6A was the most dynamic, the SP-6B was a bit of a wuss, the SP-6C and C-1 were minor upgrades and the .......
11: At the expense of butting in... (10.37)
Posted by E-Stat on 2001-06-11, 15:41:35 (66.56.0.76)
I, too have a SP-9 MKIII which is different tonally than either the first or MKII variants. Definitely more bottom end and fuller lower midrange. The SP-9(s) and the SP-14 are both hybrids using FETs .......
12: RE: Newbie starter system $300.00 (10.24)
Posted by navman on 2012-06-28, 08:52:03 (12.162.213.5)
DTA-100a Class-T Digital Amplifier 50 WPC $90 Pioneer speakers SP-BS21-LR $100 And whatever front end you want to feed these for $100. .......
13: BACCH-SP (10.22)
Posted by slapshot on 2015-05-28, 18:38:32 (76.25.11.220)
Anyone familiar with the BACCH-SP unit? Appears to be a sound processor of some sort, and was recently advertised in Stereophile. Interested in impressions and if anyone knows the price. Thanks. ::: T .......
14: greenhorn observation (9.99)
Posted by Mike on 2001-11-24, 13:07:40 (150.215.16.140)
Ever hear an SP-8? How about an SP-10 or 11? All three of these units will bury an SP-6x. .......
15: SP-1 (9.99)
Posted by T. Buns on 2002-01-11, 05:47:44 (64.178.34.160)
Laid back and warm are two words I would never use to discribe the SP-1. Keep in mind the the SP-1 does not allow for video switching. .......
16: RE: enemy territory (9.99)
Posted by LtMandella on 2022-12-14, 07:31:22 (195.206.104.166)
LOL that's OK, I am accustomed to that situation... I want to try a "surround sound" music listening experience. Video surround would be fun but is not my primary interest. Simulated from 2 channel s .......
17: Re: ARC SP-8 Modification (9.90)
Posted by kentaja@yahoo.com on 2002-08-26, 15:05:24 (65.70.144.97)
Wow. And I did just the opposite. Sold my SP-14 for a SP-8. Was that a mistake? .......
18: RE: Streisand (9.88)
Posted by kentaja on 2009-09-30, 06:16:37 (64.12.116.16)
LR can sing anything? Nelson Riddle certainly did not hold that position. He could not stand the woman or their sessions together. She was not able to sing a thing. Just little snippets that got edite .......
19: Let's not wax too enthusiastically (9.85)
Posted by E-Stat on 2001-12-19, 05:32:59 (66.56.1.149)
Remember why the SP-6A quickly followed the SP-6? The (then) huge power supply caused horrible thumps upon turn on. The SP-6A included a turn on timer to let the circuit settle down and not wipe out o .......
20: Re: Best 2ndhand Audio Reserach pre for Classic 120 monos (9.73)
Posted by Drew on 2001-05-15, 16:21:21 (24.218.137.30)
I would stay away from the SP-6 series. I owned an SP-6B for several years. It was OK, but had a higher noise floor than some of their later model preamps. The midrange was euphonic, but the bass was .......
21: 5 1/2 (9.65)
Posted by john purys on 2003-04-27, 09:25:05 (216.243.8.124)
Main in the LR, 5hrs/wk Vintage in the LR, 10 hrs/wk Odds and ends in the shops and office, 20 hrs/wk KLH 21 in the kitchen, every day for breakfast .......
22: Recommendation ?Stereo Switcher? (9.61)
Posted by Audio-Idiot on 2005-10-26, 12:38:55 (152.20.76.14)
I'm in need of a recommendation for what - I'm not sure I have three stereo systems; Living Room(LR), Game Room(GR), and Outdoor(out) All are 2 channel LR and Out are both PreAmp - Amp config., while .......
23: Re: Sorry Rodney, but you are incorrect. (9.46)
Posted by Michel on 2000-12-04, 07:00:00 (212.222.117.3)
Thanks to both of you (Rodney and Mikenificent1), That's indeed what I would like to do: by-pass my subs crossovers (and in fact even internal amplifier - I am not too happy with them - I plan to use .......
24: Re: Audio Research preamp opinions needed (9.45)
Posted by kentaja@yahoo.com on 2002-09-13, 14:31:58 (65.70.144.97)
The SP series has both phono and line stage. LS is line stage only. The SP-11 was their first hybrid. Some love it, some hate it, like everything else. For the same amount of money a SP-10 can be had, .......
25: Re: have u guys ever purchased the same speaker - twice? (9.45)
Posted by sail on 2003-03-04, 13:40:34 (65.176.80.181)
did own Spendor SP 100's; switched to the smaller sp 1/2. going to go back to the sp 100's nxt week .......
26: Re: Audio Reseach Preamp SP-14 vs. LS-3 (9.43)
Posted by Drew on 2001-09-03, 11:36:53 (24.218.137.30)
I have not owned an LS-3 but I HAVE owned an SP-14, which remains one of my favorite preamps. I sometimes regret having sold it. I used to have an SP-6B which many regard as an ARC classic. I thought .......
27: RE: How Important Is A Balance Control To You? (9.41)
Posted by dbphd on 2022-06-20, 11:00:54 (72.205.95.70)
I use the Bryston SP3 balance control for center and surround channels relative to front LR. The Ayre preamp has no balance control for front LR. db .......
28: Re: Audio Research SP-14 (9.38)
Posted by kentaja@yahoo.com on 2006-08-15, 06:06:12 (64.12.116.131)
I have one of these units as well as the SP-10. The SP-10 and 11 were introduced prior to the SP-14. The SP-15 is from the same generation of preamps as the SP-14. The SP-14 has the SP-15 line stage c .......
29: hold on there cowboy (9.38)
Posted by tubeguy on 2001-12-19, 07:42:03 (210.69.56.3)
As a long time ARC product owner, I recall my original SP-6A sounding very nice 20 years ago. Although it was plagued with many reliability problems, I had it upgraded to a 6B and then a 6C. I agree w .......
30: Re: How to position speakers in room 8 ft wide but 35 feet deep? (9.35)
Posted by BL on 2001-02-01, 02:17:18 (202.105.67.247)
Maybe put the speaker in the 8FTs side. and the sp is 5~10Fts apart the back wall, and closed the side wall. the listen position and two sp is just a right triangle(the disdance between the listen pin .......
31: I would guess he sold it like he got it. (9.35)
Posted by Elizabeth on 2013-06-30, 17:42:37 (65.28.166.198)
It probably has been like it is for years. If it works well iwould not worry about it. I have my ARC Sp-15 preamp with some missing screws.. I sold a Sp-10 and stole a few screws from the Sp-15 to rep .......
32: The GameLink cable..... (9.30)
Posted by woodyjeff on 2005-04-09, 19:25:46 (4.255.234.95)
will allow (IIRC) up to 4 players to connect their SPs for interactive gameplay.You can also connect the SP to the GameCube in certain GameCube games.You then use the SP as an advanced controller that .......
33: The GameLink cable..... (9.22)
Posted by woodyjeff on 2005-04-09, 19:25:46 (4.255.234.95)
will allow (IIRC) up to 4 players to connect their SPs for interactive gameplay.You can also connect the SP to the GameCube in certain GameCube games.You then use the SP as an advanced controller that .......
34: those were the days >> Re: TAS review of the ARC SP-3 (9.22)
Posted by ruffscruff on 2003-09-22, 22:50:47 (64.12.96.10)
Better be careful with that "once a year" thing. On the right day with the right music - you just might decide to leave the 'ol SP-3 in your system. I had a couple of Dyna systems in the late 60s / ea .......
35: RE: Has anyone bought the Pioneer SP-BS41-LR $150.00 speaker reviewed in Sept. Stereophile? (9.12)
Posted by Srezvi on 2011-08-23, 21:14:04 (68.4.36.209)
I don't know how the Haydn's measure. I'm of the school that holds speakers that sound good usually measure well, but not all speakers that measure well sound as good. I should correct that the VA spe .......
36: RE: Streisand (9.03)
Posted by kentaja on 2009-09-30, 06:26:47 (64.12.116.16)
Yes I have heard the Trio work and it is very nice. Lots of cover for LR and it is more subtle. She only goes off pitch when she starts yelling. I like LR as a pop artist and she did some very enjoya .......
37: Re: More like Fi, not SP (8.99)
Posted by Ross on 2002-06-13, 10:39:29 (208.243.96.98)
I see TAS as trying to replicate Fi more than SP. More and smaller reviews, budget components in every issue, at least 1/3 of the mag devoted to music all look more like the late Fi than the current S .......
38: Re: those were the days >> Re: TAS review of the ARC SP-3 (8.93)
Posted by Ratty on 2003-09-23, 08:51:02 (165.252.23.132)
By most reports, the new SP-3C upgrade offered by ARC brings the SP-3 to within a hair of today's modern preamps. Interesting. .......
39: Re: Committment time - plan to make ARC SP series "encyclopedia" (8.93)
Posted by Brad V on 2001-12-18, 12:40:28 (167.64.48.107)
Don't forget to list the ARC SP-6 and SP-6A, as the best sounding preamps that ARC has ever made. According to ARC, those models have the best power supply they have ever put in a preamp. Supposedly t .......
40: So.. did you go back to the widow and give her something? Or just figured it was your fair share? (8.87)
Posted by Elizabeth on 2012-01-19, 20:13:40 (72.128.73.200)
Just giving you what you gave me..back. PS through is "going through the hall to get outside" and Threw is 'having thrown somthing out" For my own best deal, a coworker gave me his stuff after he marr .......
41: High End doesn't MEAN high priced (8.78)
Posted by hifitommy on 2013-12-11, 08:42:16 (162.135.0.6)
the NAD 3020 and the pioneer bs22 are high end in sound but ridiculously low in price. go figure. .......
42: Re: TAS review of the ARC SP-3 (8.75)
Posted by millen on 2003-09-23, 08:33:09 (142.56.2.11)
I know what you mean I was enamored by ARC SP-9 pre amp for a long time too before I changed it. But it took another excellent performer to pry it from my hands. Right now I’m using the old Sonic Fron .......
43: Re: TRY THIS (8.73)
Posted by adnut on 2001-11-19, 06:51:14 (198.81.16.161)
http://search.atomz.com/search/?search=mcintosh+162§ion=Reviews&node=&doSearch=y&in=.ee796a9&wholesite=in&sp-k=&sp-a=sp10001176&sp-q=mcintosh+162&keywords= .......
44: RE: Has anyone bought the Pioneer SP-BS41-LR $150.00 speaker reviewed in Sept. Stereophile? (8.67)
Posted by Doc B. on 2011-08-16, 09:42:06 (24.16.172.245)
Andrew was showing them off with great enthusiasm at RMAF last year - very impressive. I bought my son a pair right after the show. He has since fleshed out the system with the purchase of the rest of .......
45: I guess he hit all the Google groups.... (8.66)
Posted by Mr Gorsky on 2004-07-15, 08:20:32 (131.136.196.7)
Here's what audiophiles think of audiophiles: http://groups.google.com/groups?dq=&hl=en&lr=&ie=UTF-8&threadm=UqadnVO2SsK46Gjd4p2dnA@comcast.com&prev=/groups?hl=en&lr=&ie=UTF-8&group=rec.audio.opinion .......
46: RE: Trading Large Unmanageable Room For a Smaller Manageable Room? (8.63)
Posted by artemus on 2015-08-18, 18:18:10 (75.136.211.68)
I understand that feeling. Not quite sure which way it will shake out. We're installing hardwood floors in the LR and removing the carpet. The sound is going to change in the LR anyway. Sounds like I' .......
47: RI have sold a few items. usually i wind up regretting it. So i have held on to more stuff of late. (8.63)
Posted by Elizabeth on 2013-03-26, 07:06:14 (65.28.166.198)
My biggest regrets have been preamps. A hafler Dh110, then a Counterpoint S2000. So I hang on to my preamps more. Though I have sold others. An Adcom 750, and a ARC Sp-10. ((the Sp10, while interestin .......
48: RE: Questions about RCA Y-splitter(s) (8.55)
Posted by rockadanny on 2008-05-29, 11:25:13 (158.155.6.37)
Check this out instead. Link, then scroll down to "LR 1 Line Router". I believe price is $160 for an LR 1 with four input source to two output line router and is customizable. Dr. Peppard's gear is ex .......
49: Opinions on Furman SP-20AB ampliifer (8.55)
Posted by chuck55 on 2008-03-14, 21:15:55 (208.100.193.98)
Any comments on this cute little amp? Says class A/B but I don't' know if this means digital or analog. Hard to find any specs on it. Thanks .......
50: I have vivid memories of taking a friend's home with me (8.51)
Posted by E-Stat on 2006-07-09, 09:28:30 (24.99.71.139)
It was '74 and I was using an otherwise good H-K Citation 11 at the time. Hooked up the SP-3a and my jaw dropped. I still remember how the shakers in the opening of Steely Dan's "Do It Again" sounded .......
51: Ditto with my SP-6C, SP-9, VT-100 (nt) (8.41)
Posted by E-Stat on 2002-12-15, 14:24:07 (24.99.45.50)
. .......
52: Re: Could you please describe/explain what the 'noisefloor' is? (8.32)
Posted by old geezer on 2003-05-30, 20:00:54 (64.161.164.90)
nt .......
53: Is this what you mean? (8.28)
Posted by GGA on 2006-07-27, 09:08:43 (71.107.221.182)
Quantity: 1 Item: SP-COAX-OPTICAL Price: $25.00 Description: PREMIUM COAXIAL INPUT TO OPTICAL OUTPUT DIGITAL FORMAT CONVERTER Quantity: 1 Item: SP-6V-ADAPT Price: $20.00 Description: SOUND PROFESSIONA .......
54: Audiophiles and Martha Stewart.. Whats The Difference ? (8.20)
Posted by ka7niq on 2004-03-05, 20:12:07 (4.3.101.193)
I know this may be considered "off topic" , but whats Martha done that all of us havent ? I remember owning an Audio Research SP 6 B preamp in the 80's, and 'hearing through the grapevine" that HP jus .......
55: Re: Tubes or Solid State? (8.13)
Posted by Oakroot on 1999-10-28, 22:59:06 (209.254.51.150)
Agree 100% about the SP-11, even the mark II was a step backwards from the SP-10 series. .......
56: Congrats to SP for having ONE worthwhile feature in this latest issue! And it's an ad! (8.03)
Posted by edta on 2004-04-16, 19:30:14 (166.102.96.94)
What a bomb. Time to regroup, you guys at SP! .......
57: Re: Audio Research pre-amps- SP6e Mint on ebay now (8.03)
Posted by Joe M on 2002-04-13, 08:27:12 (216.77.219.39)
While I agree the Sp 10- 11 were thier best. I owned Sp 3 before I went CJ .......
58: RE: Has anyone bought the Pioneer SP-BS41-LR $150.00 speaker reviewed in Sept. Stereophile? (7.97)
Posted by Srezvi on 2011-08-22, 11:05:58 (68.4.36.209)
I bought them for my home office for background listening a few months back. I would emphasize that they took a good 50/60 hours of play to break-in properly. It was good out of the box but an order o .......
59: Speaking of preamps.... (7.95)
Posted by rrikola@hotmail.com on 2006-12-13, 18:49:12 (71.102.168.229)
one of the options I was considering as a used audio research SP-8 or perhaps even an SP-10. I was thinking of up grading lp playback. Perhaps later an aries scout. What do you think of these or in ge .......
60: 24 dB/ octave is not steep enough. (7.90)
Posted by Jeff Joseph on 2004-11-20, 15:24:53 (24.47.96.78)
There have been controlled listening tests presented in a peer-reviewed paper at the AES comparing the transparency of the Infinite Slope family of filters and standard LR type filters - even up to 8t .......
61: Audio Research SP-16 (7.89)
Posted by Audioclyde on 2002-04-15, 11:32:49 (65.69.104.201)
I'd appreciate any comments on the sound of the Audio Research SP-16. I don't have any dealers nearby, so can't audition. I'm familiar with BAT VK-30 and Sonic Frontiers Line 2SE, having owned both. I .......
62: Audio Reseach Preamp SP-14 vs. LS-3 (7.86)
Posted by Ron on 2001-09-03, 02:06:10 (12.89.166.211)
Thinking of replacing Audio Research preamp LS-3 with a used mint Audio Research SP-14 because of its phono stage. However, will not purchase the SP-14 if audio performance is less than the LS-3. Your .......
63: RE: Has anyone bought the Pioneer SP-BS41-LR $150.00 speaker reviewed in Sept. Stereophile? (7.85)
Posted by geezerrocket on 2011-08-17, 07:10:25 (206.188.244.30)
I ordered a pair from Parts express (they are back ordered until September 1st). I couldn't resist with the free shipping. I am giving them to my daughter to take back to school with her this fall alo .......
64: Re: WAF follow up SP 100's vs SP 1/2's (7.80)
Posted by beken on 2002-10-03, 15:38:24 (209.52.187.125)
Thanks for the correction. The site I was looking at has incorrect specifications. (says the SP100 has an 8" and a 6.5"). I should've learned by now to get a second opinion before putting foot in mout .......
65: WAF follow up SP 100's vs SP 1/2's (7.78)
Posted by sail on 2002-10-02, 12:51:43 (165.121.37.201)
Well first of all I want to thank all of you for your interest and comments. I have decided to trade in the SP100's for SP1/2's. the rational is the difference in size. although the numbers do not ref .......
66: IQ Test Question (7.78)
Posted by 2x6spds on 2003-04-07, 22:34:10 (68.67.142.215)
Hello friends I've bumped up against the modest limits of my intelligence again and need some help. I have to connect the following components and want to stack them vertically. The question is what's .......
67: SP-3c (7.77)
Posted by E-Stat on 2001-06-17, 17:48:24 (66.56.0.25)
Have the factory work it's magic on it with a dash of new power supply and passive component technology for $800! rw SP-3c .......
68: RE: "Listen With Intention" (7.76)
Posted by B. Scarpia on 2022-09-21, 05:25:39 (97.82.221.142)
Listen with intention is all I do when the LR system is on. I was amused the other day reading a post on Vinyl about cartridge wear by someone who replaces them frequently as 'the turntable is always .......
69: Correct, but . . (7.75)
Posted by Pjay on 2005-12-23, 05:01:28 (56.0.163.15)
If Ken's article appears in the SP newsletter, then by default is has been provided as under some employment conract. SP published it and they own it. I think we are agreeing with each other at this .......
70: Re: So no experience with the SP-1? (7.72)
Posted by kotches on 2001-11-21, 06:13:36 (199.174.179.192)
So Rod, I take this to mean you haven't actually heard the SP-1? Forgive me for being a bit incredulous, but I certainly hope you didn't make a "drop it" comment based on exactly 0 experience with it. .......
71: Re: Best preamp for ARC VT100 MKII ? (7.71)
Posted by Drew on 2000-04-16, 10:49:05 (24.128.106.37)
You might consider the ARC SP-14. I had one a few years ago, and found it very musical. I liked it much more than the ARC SP-6B I owned before it. .......
72: The first SP-6 (7.64)
Posted by E-Stat on 2003-09-23, 13:36:38 (66.56.1.63)
exhibited a rather nasty turn on thump caused by its huge power supply. ARC quickly put in a warm up timer to tame the beast as it was very grumpy when it woke up and called it the SP-6A. I had a SP-6 .......
73: Re: LS-9 not SP-9 (7.63)
Posted by Puetz on 2003-06-27, 06:38:22 (203.220.234.40)
G'day Jimmyjames, your right, LS not SP, but it may have other info there for me to look at. Thanks for info. Kind regards Robert. .......
74: Re: Deeper than what? SP and Abs Sound? (7.60)
Posted by gme109 on 2004-07-30, 18:15:09 (67.174.109.46)
Sp and Abs sound? .......
75: RE: Setting LFE crossover (7.59)
Posted by Rod M on 2021-06-27, 18:08:38 (204.94.81.82)
My family room is set up the same way. The LR mains run off the preamp to the amp with the second preamp outputs to two Velodyne 15" subs set at 80 hz. For the surrounds, I run the preamp outs from th .......
76: Re: IR universal remote emulator for laptop? (7.56)
Posted by Rob Thomas on 2003-10-28, 00:30:28 (67.113.244.28)
I did a bunch of looking around, as I'd love this convenience as well. Doesn't seem to be anything off the shelf, free or for cash-money. Seems the PC ports are a bit wimpy as well... .......
77: Re: I for one am anxiously awaiting my October issue. (7.56)
Posted by Dan Bonhomme on 1999-09-24, 15:12:47 (206.172.131.180)
Did you like September's magazine? How many $15,000 amps do you need to read reviews on? SP is just plain irrelevant to me. Although I understand that some audiophiles play in that ballpark, most SP r .......
78: oh, Come on... (7.54)
Posted by e-stat on 2001-01-07, 06:31:30 (24.31.115.91)
At the expense of sounding like an ARC apologist, here's what they are really saying: 1. We've figured out a better circuit topology. (isn't that what we want of every manufacturer?) 2. The most recen .......
79: Re: Well, no, that's not QUITE what's going on (7.54)
Posted by Magnetar on 2002-10-25, 19:34:29 (65.42.48.54)
Seems you don't remember having a discussion like this before: http://groups.google.com/groups?hl=en&lr=&ie=UTF-8&oe=UTF-8&threadm=OSFg4.1569$nb5.26164@news.rdc2.mi.home.com&prev=/groups?hl=en&lr=&ie= .......
80: Run dont walk... (7.52)
Posted by Oakroot on 2000-11-07, 23:01:43 (63.253.7.230)
away from this salesman. I have never heard of a compatibility problem with any ARC preamp since the SP-6 or newer. I have used an ARC SP-10 and CLasse' DR-9s for years and have been very happy and wi .......
81: Re: Any Comments on Musical Design SP-2B Preamp? (7.51)
Posted by Daryl on 2000-02-15, 19:27:40 (209.249.4.201)
Well, I had the original SP-2 a few years ago and it kicked ass of Audible Illusions and several others, except in the phono stage - it didn't have one. Other than that, it is one of the best, and lea .......
82: Re: Deeper than what? SP and Abs Sound? (7.49)
Posted by gme109 on 2004-07-31, 10:51:09 (67.174.109.46)
I agree, you didn't look to deep. IF you would have checked my system profile you would have noticed that the only piece of equipment I have that might have been reviewed in SP or Abs, is the Accuphas .......
83: Re: Top value giant killer amp for Spendor SP 1/2 speakers? (7.46)
Posted by Gary Lester on 2001-02-08, 07:26:00 (205.133.8.4)
Why no Bryston B60 on your list? I drove my SP 1/2's for a while with the B60, and they sounded great. The Bryston is also said to have a superb phono stage. OTOH, I agree with Vasilis that tubes are .......
84: Sorry tommy . . . (7.46)
Posted by M3 lover on 2012-01-12, 09:44:55 (75.62.206.235)
ARC - As mentioned, lots of negatives on their early SS gear. And some thought the design change to the SP-11 was a wrong step and not up to SP-8/10 standards. Also there was lots of controversy over .......
85: Anyone listened critically to Audio Research SP16? (7.46)
Posted by klein@wfu.edu on 2002-04-08, 14:22:55 (32.100.130.249)
I was wondering if anyone out there has had the chance to listen critically to the new Audio Research SP 16 preamp. I'm debating having my SP 9 MK II upgraded to Mark III status, but am holding off un .......
86: Re: Deeper than what? SP and Abs Sound? (7.42)
Posted by Steve Eddy on 2004-07-30, 21:45:10 (205.162.100.130)
Sp and Abs sound? Stereophile and The Abso!ute Sound . se .......
87: I don't think so, look at a search for each on Google... (7.40)
Posted by Rob Thomas on 2003-05-26, 18:07:42 (67.120.99.91)
http://www.google.com/search?num=20&hl=en&lr=&ie=UTF-8&oe=UTF-8&safe=off&q=fava+beans or http://www.google.com/search?num=20&hl=en&lr=&ie=UTF-8&oe=UTF-8&safe=off&q=fafa+beans&btnG=Google+Search ::: TO .......
88: How to deal with high ceilings (7.38)
Posted by DrBenway on 2011-11-09, 23:21:52 (67.164.36.149)
Anybody have advice on how to deal with high ceilings? I just moved into a place with 10-ft ceilings. Compared to my previous room, the sound really sucks. Especially the bass. In the old room, it was .......
89: temporary >> Re: Now that the picture thing is taken care of (7.36)
Posted by ruffscruff on 2003-06-29, 17:50:58 (205.188.208.9)
You might be right although the SP-3 with it's tubes might be give off more heat than the receiver. Actually, at one time I had a couple of SP-3s, as well as SP-6s and placed them on top of the receiv .......
90: Ironically, their first model the LNP-2 (7.35)
Posted by E-Stat on 2010-07-08, 11:24:00 (206.255.211.134)
was fully featured like a McIntosh model having a three band EQ and even meters. LNP-2 It was John Curl's later gorgeous looking and sounding JC-2 that stole the show. While it didn't quite match th .......
91: According to web site, latest version of Real Player SP can do it - nothing else is necessary (7.35)
Posted by carcass93 on 2009-10-29, 11:55:44 (129.33.19.254)
N/T .......
92: RE: Audio Research manuals $15 shipped. I have gotten three... (7.33)
Posted by Elizabeth on 2011-07-04, 08:11:50 (65.28.186.225)
I got one from ARC paid by the seller of my ARC PH-2. Then I ordered one for the SP-10 I sold, sent to the buyer. And the last one, for my SP-15 i had sent to myself. And they are nice, not just photo .......
93: BMG music club- at last, a definitive answer (7.31)
Posted by rupertdacat on 2003-05-07, 08:25:03 (63.225.147.227)
The following linked item has answered all my questions regarding music club editions of CDs. .......
94: Re: Don't worry Suzy, George is happy with the VK50SE (7.31)
Posted by otari on 2001-02-11, 00:26:16 (151.203.118.99)
Hello Tom: I never a/b'd the 30 with the 50SE, however I did have a VK30 to try back when I still had my ARC SP-11. At that time, in comparison with the SP-11, the VK30 had a better sound, without the .......
95: Re: Comment on AR SP3A (7.30)
Posted by Arbelos on 2000-11-09, 06:31:19 (62.2.246.194)
A modified SP 3A (tone controls disconnected, stepped ELMA attenuator) was the first piece of electronics i bought. I later rebuilt it completely (similar but not quite as extreme as JC's, eliminated .......
96: SP-10 MkII on ebay (7.27)
Posted by MikeCh on 2000-11-11, 15:53:34 (150.215.16.134)
ebay SP-10 MkII [490779594] --Mike .......
97: Re: Cheap ...SP/DIF and external adapter (7.24)
Posted by PeAK on 2006-02-10, 17:47:17 (209.135.108.172)
Todd...does it have a co-axial SP/DIF output and can it be powered off 12V DC from the external power jack ? PeAK .......
98: sansui sp-1200 (7.22)
Posted by jpinthezone on 2008-12-16, 18:52:59 (76.236.131.182)
Hi, Wondering if anyonem can give me a price range for 2 pr. Sansui sp-1200 spkrs. in exc. condition. 150-200/pr.? .......
99: The great thing about SP is the measurements. (7.19)
Posted by edta on 2003-11-20, 20:14:39 (166.102.84.223)
The bad thing is the ads and the specific components they review. Yes, I believe advertising is THE major priority at SP. This has put Nirvana beyond the hope of the average income music loving stereo .......
100: Whaddya think about the last paragraph in this Stereophile review ? (7.17)
Posted by peppy m. on 2022-09-13, 10:07:22 (72.36.1.26)
Jason Victor Serinus says... .......
101: Help with Audio Research sp-4 preamp (MAG-1 ????) (7.16)
Posted by Frank on 2001-06-02, 23:24:40 (63.25.1.15)
I have a AR sp-4 preamp with a MAG-1 and a MAG-2 on the selector switch. Does anyone know what this is used for? I tried hooking it up and it sounded really loud like it was not working right. Thank y .......
102: Re: Audio Research LS2mkII vs SP9mkII (7.13)
Posted by Oakroot on 1999-12-13, 20:27:44 (63.253.1.196)
I believe that both the LS-2 and the SP-9 are hybrids - not true tube units. That said - if teh SP-9 is a MKII or MK III then I would pick that over the LS-2. If you want true tube look to AI, CJ, and .......
103: I'm sure you look even better now than you did in the 60's (7.12)
Posted by LousyTourist on 2013-04-11, 04:12:05 (184.97.240.245)
yes, LR is one of my fav artists. .......
104: ARC SP-8 Modification (7.10)
Posted by blptwp on 2002-08-24, 16:23:39 (152.163.197.52)
I have owned my ARC SP-8 for years and still love it, especially the phono section which I use most of the time. I am pondering changing some of the capacitors to the latest technology. Does anyone ha .......
105: To add to the confusion )) How can a 2-channel system image 'front-to-back'? (7.10)
Posted by ruffscruff on 2004-08-25, 10:57:14 (205.188.116.9)
I don't have any scientific proof other than what I've heard more than once. With everything else being exactly the same - when I changed more than once between the same two preamps, one made the soun .......
106: Re: ARC-SP3-A-1 vs REF-1 / REF-2 (7.03)
Posted by Brad V on 2001-11-19, 13:51:08 (167.64.48.106)
Only two older models will sound better, if tweaked and tube rolled correctly. They are the ARC SP-6 and SP-6A. I just got a tweaked model that Richard Gray tweaked for me and I haven't heard anything .......
107: Re: Audio Research preamp opinions needed (7.02)
Posted by jefe on 2002-09-14, 05:36:52 (66.118.198.70)
i've had an sp-6 and currently an ls2b and ph3. the current set up is superb. very quiet, detailed, etc. my sp-6 was quite loud. i ended up trading it towards an audible illusion mod 3a, which i taded .......
108: RE: Setting LFE crossover (6.99)
Posted by dbphd on 2021-06-27, 19:15:03 (184.187.185.44)
Perhaps I should have been more specific. For surround, HDMI from a disc player goes to a Bryston SP3 processor. Full range front LR goes from the processor to by-pass inputs of the preamp and is pass .......
109: Well stated (6.99)
Posted by E-Stat on 2004-09-30, 08:35:02 (24.99.71.139)
As for reliability, my 1981 Threshold Stasis continues to work perfectly. I used an Audio Research SP-6 for nearly twenty years until I traded it up to a newer SP-9. Cosmetics? Highly subjective quest .......
110: ART SP 4X4 conditioner (6.98)
Posted by jandkdon on 2002-03-01, 13:08:20 (205.188.199.23)
Anyone using the ART SP 4X4 Metered Power Conditioner and Light module? It is in the Parts Express catalog #21, page 256, item#245-896. Price is cheap $110! Please any comments? Thanks Jim ::: TOPIC:: .......
111: The market. (6.98)
Posted by edta on 2004-08-02, 16:37:30 (166.102.96.45)
The market must be there for the extreme high end, otherwise how could SP survive? It's not my market, but who cares? I'm considering subscribing to Absolute Sound. What I don't like about it is a lac .......
112: Interesting (6.97)
Posted by E-Stat on 2021-05-30, 06:42:36 (98.230.149.87)
Never went down the receiver path. My one and only Electrophonic T600 receiver was acquired in '70. That was followed two years later by an AR integrated and in another two years, moved to H-K Citati .......
113: Re: tube preamp (6.96)
Posted by MikeDeR on 2002-11-22, 09:40:51 (134.153.128.165)
IMHO ARC is to be preferred over most cj. And I'm one of the loonies who prefers their earlier stuff; sp-8, sp-10. Of the ls series, you can't go wrong with the ls-5. Since you're willing to look at u .......
114: Stereophile lost its soul when it accepted advertising (6.96)
Posted by edta on 2003-06-23, 20:23:13 (166.102.84.51)
OK, JGH made some mistakes during his reign at SP and I've mentioned them. But he had integrity. He also had taste. As it stands, SP is the mouthpiece of organization audiophilia manufacturia. Yer pie .......
115: I doubt if it can rival the 4 leg StillPoints Component stand with four Ultra Fives. (6.96)
Posted by Norm on 2012-05-02, 06:33:13 (74.192.38.6)
This would cost $1300 plus $2600 or $3900. I have had many amp stands granite blocks, sand boxes, and badders, including the SP Comp. Stand with SP Ultra SSs, and this is far superior. .......
116: Re: LR Reversal - what's it do? (6.96)
Posted by Daryl R on 2000-09-09, 13:43:35 (207.20.89.83)
Also, the soundstage completely collapses into a virtual flat field. .......
117: LR is in a different universe from TS, musically speaking.nt (6.96)
Posted by oldmkvi on 2013-04-10, 08:11:40 (75.18.185.89)
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118: Re: Spendor 1/2E ; Does it sound different from Spendor 1/2 ?? (6.96)
Posted by tube lubba on 2004-11-23, 15:01:06 (24.186.153.124)
dont bother...i have heard them both. Very little difference. You might want to look at the bc-3's on ebay if you are looking for a serious upgrade. Check out the 12" woofs. If I had space I would ser .......
119: You voted your approval by paying money and viewing the ads (6.94)
Posted by Caymus on 2004-04-03, 09:22:30 (165.121.24.196)
SP got you to pay them money, so they’re doing a good job selecting writers to attract you. SP doesn’t expect you to love EVERYTHING they print. As long as there’s enough entertainment inside to attra .......
120: Re: Top value giant killer amp for Spendor SP 1/2 speakers? (6.94)
Posted by Tom Berry on 2001-02-08, 10:38:32 (64.30.6.66)
Have you considered the Antique Sound Lab MG-SI15 integrated? Herb Reichert raved about it with his SP 1/2s in the latest Listener, and it only costs $600. I haven't heard it, but I'd like to. Tom Ber .......
121: Re: Here is a partial list... (6.91)
Posted by Myles B. Astor on 2000-02-04, 19:26:33 (171.220.209.101)
DK: Just to be fair. Have you considered that some of these companies didn't chose to submit their products to SP for review--and that's why reviews haven't appeared. Keep in mind that that some of th .......
122: Perplexing Preamp to Amp Hookup question (6.91)
Posted by Brad V on 2001-10-31, 06:47:49 (167.64.48.106)
Hi, Can anyone make any recommendations on hooking up two preamps to the same amplifier? I have a SS B&K Ref 30 Preamp, ARC SP-6A tube Preamp and a pair of Odyssey Stratos Monos. I’ll be getting back .......
123: Re: Audio Research pre-amps-any pro's on subect? (6.91)
Posted by Aldo C. on 2002-04-12, 23:11:51 (208.59.181.72)
For my money the Sp-10 and SP-11s, when you can find them, are pretty damn good. Both are open and have a bit of the ARC magic about them. The first is more tubelike, the second more transparent -- so .......
124: RE: Has the internet made Stereophile less important ? (6.91)
Posted by theob on 2013-03-26, 10:10:04 (76.122.133.81)
You can either buy and read Stereophile or not. The real question is whether Sp and Tas are as influential as they once were. The answer is no because of the Internet. Now Sp and Tas still have signif .......
125: Internet has changed things for better and worse (6.89)
Posted by Ross on 2013-03-23, 07:03:21 (98.91.18.68)
The net has democratised the flow of information. We find whatever we want in real time with very few if any gatekeepers present. Anyone with a net connection can construct a blog or web zine to discu .......
126: Reviewers as entertainers. (6.87)
Posted by edta on 2004-04-03, 06:34:01 (162.40.6.93)
Yes, that's a part of it. As far as the reader's input. Not so sure. Take SP. I read the articles about digital and recording, Dudley, Reina and Atkinson reviews. Skipped: Tellig, Fremer, Baird and m .......
127: You too? (6.86)
Posted by BillC on 1999-08-26, 12:47:52 (208.205.158.84)
>> (2) Kalman Rubinson (sp?) making such a big deal about how he could 'walk' the Soliloquey (sp?) speakers by leaning them onto one spike at a time. He made it sound like it's the greatest thing sinc .......
128: LR Reversal - what's it do? (6.82)
Posted by bobwood on 2000-09-09, 09:10:15 (216.17.9.71)
Let's say you reverse your l and r into your preamp. Have you just effectively flipped the image upside down? Or have you completely screwed it up beyond that? Thanks! .......
129: That IS a nicely done review... (6.82)
Posted by musetap on 2012-12-23, 17:41:48 (70.231.137.90)
Wish we had space in the LR for those, fun counts for a whole lot 'round here. .......
130: 80 dB inside LR, from 100+ yards away (6.82)
Posted by Sam P. on 2001-10-13, 18:54:10 (4.3.100.13)
John, A recent SPL contest near my house was very frustrating, trying to do speaker testing in my LR, with 80 dB "pulses" of lf enegy coming from across a parking lot. We have cars you can hear thump .......
131: thx david.. i wish i had a diagram or a scanner... (6.81)
Posted by stan2 on 2004-12-05, 22:32:45 (66.205.138.21)
what i have is a long wall that runs across one end of l.r. and d.r. it's about 30'. the dining room is about 11x13. it is the short leg of the L. the l.r. is about 13x16. 8' ceilings. the speakers ar .......
132: Tact RCS 2.0 preamp (6.81)
Posted by Michel on 2001-09-19, 12:23:24 (217.2.58.52)
Hi, I would have a question for Tact RCS owner. I am considering the Tact RCS to put between my transport and DAC (DD version) and use it for room correction (of course) and as digital preamp: CD Xpor .......
133: Shots flying in all directions... (6.80)
Posted by Ivan303 on 2005-05-16, 16:27:24 (69.228.95.19)
Too bad the Bored decided to close the thread, guess the fly in the ointment being it was started by an unregistered Troll. ;-) Still don't have a clue what John Marks really meant to say. Still don' .......
134: OMG - that looks familiar! (6.79)
Posted by Harmonia on 2008-08-27, 06:00:49 (207.67.53.106)
it's in my office music system. I am original owner. The Luxman is in the LR. .......
135: RE: also ... (6.76)
Posted by kentaja on 2009-09-30, 06:33:24 (64.12.116.16)
Yes she did and I think it was more for the novetly. Back then no pop/rock artist had ever really stretched their career like LR did. She was nothing if not ballsy. .......
136: Opinions on Musical Design SP-2B (6.76)
Posted by Richard Veith on 1999-12-26, 06:32:46 (207.227.157.135)
Hello and happy holidays -- Does anyone have any opinions on the Musical Design SP-2B preamp? How does it compare to the Conrad Johnson PV10A or Golden Tube SEP1SE? Any information would be greatly ap .......
137: Re: Audio Research SP-14 (6.75)
Posted by JCS on 2006-08-15, 00:59:03 (69.216.127.215)
I owned this unit over 10 years ago so my memory is somewhat fuzzy but as I recall: 1) Linestage is solid state. 2) The tube is a 6922 3) Unit was very reliable 4) As the linestage was solidstate it w .......
138: Re: SP-3c (6.74)
Posted by E-Stat on 2001-06-18, 19:03:51 (66.56.1.51)
No, I have not heard it. I would recommend calling ARC and simply asking stating your concerns. You will likely speak with a very nice long-term employee named Leonard. I believe most of the "magic" w .......
139: Re: WAF follow up SP 100's vs SP 1/2's (6.71)
Posted by cal on 2002-10-03, 12:45:21 (12.29.112.14)
The SP100 has a 12-inch woofer and 6.5-inch midrange driver, and it will pump out more bass than the smaller woofer on the SP1/2. The 1/2 has a super tweeter, tweeter, and midrange/woofer. Check out S .......
140: Bill's skills (6.71)
Posted by M3 lover on 2024-02-19, 07:52:46 (45.26.128.222)
Among other components, Bill had a reputation for his knowledge and abilities in repairing and modifying classic turntables, such as the Technics SP series. I sent him a question on my SP-10 Mk2a and .......
141: Re: Anyone have any experience with passive attenuators? (6.67)
Posted by ronace on 2001-08-29, 17:58:12 (63.206.235.192)
I did exactly that, pulled my AR SP-8 out of the system. I ended up with my Sonic Frontiers Phono-1 feeding the input of my Placette Audio Volume Control and the output of the Vol control directly to .......
142: Here you go ...sort of ... (6.66)
Posted by reelsmith. on 2016-04-22, 17:58:14 (71.235.57.211)
That picture is what I refer to as pre-divorce. Since then the SP-15, the headphone amp and the cans have been sold. The SP-15 was replaced by an SL-1200 and a Micromega Stage III CD player. .......
143: 2A3 tubes (6.65)
Posted by Doug Finlayson on 1999-10-09, 15:03:57 (63.23.232.234)
I have read on RAT that the single plated 2A3 is a different tube altogether than the double plated 2A3. By that I mean the amp needed to get optimal results from a SP is different than the amp needed .......
144: RE: Choice of Seating (6.64)
Posted by geoff on 2022-02-26, 07:27:58 (96.235.17.219)
I have an Aeron - you can't exactly relax in it, we use it mostly at the kitchen desk, but I'll wheel it out into the LR to listen on occasion. .......
145: Re: Stereophile Class A versus Class B? (6.63)
Posted by RBP on 2002-10-31, 16:57:23 (67.42.128.147)
Quote from edta I've been pleasantly surprised at how good some 10 year old used amps sound. One of which was never even reviewed by SP, etc. So you might even consider buying something that's not bee .......
146: RE: Room Setup & adding a sub (6.62)
Posted by pictureguy on 2012-08-22, 16:00:18 (108.193.231.7)
Exactly. Go to room mode calculator on google...... For any given sub location, no amount of equalization will get rid of the rooms built-in modes. Personally, I can't see how making it 'better' (fla .......
147: Not a stupid question on the noisy pot... (6.61)
Posted by Bambi B on 2005-08-30, 09:47:43 (72.129.64.11)
Chris, The SP-10 has a big "double" Alpine pot- I donlt think this was ever used on other ARC stuff and it's more or less sealed. I've heard these have carbon blocks with the "scrapers" and eventually .......
148: Re: ARC SP-8 Modification (6.58)
Posted by Carlos on 2002-08-26, 17:48:28 (200.154.211.56)
If you like the results and your cartridge has high output (>3 MV), you have not made a mistake. The SP14 is a a good phono preamp (IMO) if you want to use a medium to low output cartridge. My Benz H2 .......
149: Zero, but with. . . (6.58)
Posted by risabet on 2014-08-06, 17:38:28 (68.4.182.137)
the bookcases, records and large size of my LR I got lucky and the room sounds very good, especially with the sliding door open. .......
150: RE: Little Richard...wow (6.57)
Posted by oldmkvi on 2016-11-05, 20:39:43 (108.220.52.112)
I love LR- I saw him on a Talk Show later in his career. He said, "My doh (sic ) swings both ways." I wonder what he meant... .......
151: I found this months issue to be quite entertaining... (6.57)
Posted by Chris S. on 1999-08-26, 10:16:30 (216.207.217.98)
I haven't read much of it yet, but I already found a few things downright funny in this issue: (1) A letter telling $Pile that in order for the magazine not to go extinct, they need to: (a) review onl .......
152: RE: To cap off a crappy week...Leon Russell passed away. (6.56)
Posted by fantja on 2016-11-14, 16:43:30 (107.194.237.230)
LR live version of "Jumpin jack Flash" is his finest. .......
153: RE: Anyone in / close to Arkansas handy with soldering? (6.50)
Posted by sparkinark on 2008-04-13, 07:47:02 (69.149.253.140)
I'm in LR. What city? Shawn Harvey sparkinark@yahoo.com .......
154: 1968.2 Kbps (6.49)
Posted by GTF on 2005-02-19, 09:24:04 (24.186.69.134)
Not shabby .......
155: Re: How to do the 10 step Audiogon dance (6.48)
Posted by RonPil on 2006-02-02, 06:46:15 (68.39.252.204)
Bought an AR SP-9 III and a Meridian CDP 508.24 and sold an AR SP-9 and a Meridian 506.20. No problems and an economical way to upgrade vs. manufacturer's route. Tried to sell a VanAlstine Model One p .......
156: An unfortunate naming with the new SL-1200, (6.45)
Posted by M3 lover on 2016-04-21, 09:06:13 (108.216.110.56)
at least in my opinion. From the little I've been able to read about it it is significantly upgraded from the no-longer offered SL-1200 series. But the naming causes confusion. I assume Technics wante .......
157: thanks.... (6.45)
Posted by rrikola@hotmail.com on 2006-12-13, 19:56:44 (71.102.168.229)
I am split between lp's and cd's. I like them both. I would like to upgrade in the LP playback world. I have very few very high quality LP'S now but want more. I don't want to upgrade digital as i don .......
158: What is a Head Amp input on a AR sp-4? (6.44)
Posted by Frank on 2001-06-03, 19:29:41 (63.23.235.136)
I have a Head Amp input on my AR sp-4 preamp. When I took the top off the amp I noticed that the input wires where not hooked up to anything. Just a empty spot in the right rear corner. The wires or j .......
159: Re: B&K Reference 30 (6.44)
Posted by Brad V on 2001-12-07, 19:30:31 (208.61.82.207)
I started with the Ref 30 for HT & audio. Added Odyssey Stratos Monos for front speakers. I thought everything sounded great. I tried out several passive preamps and there was slight improvement. Then .......
160: Re: Tube pre + SS Power (6.43)
Posted by otari on 2000-11-07, 17:16:01 (151.203.121.45)
I used a combo of Audio Research SP-11 tube preamp and Classe' M-1000 monoblocks for quite a while without a problem. I've since moved on to greener pastures at considerable additional expense. Curren .......
161: So, it's all about geometry (6.41)
Posted by jedrider on 2010-05-06, 11:05:26 (148.87.19.206)
Thanks for the explanation as I forget about the 'centered' dialogue. It still comes down to how far apart the LR loudspeakers are positioned. Seems two loudspeakers should be fine for most home theat .......
162: Been there. Done that (6.39)
Posted by artemus on 2010-11-15, 09:13:14 (24.158.106.231)
Finally got it sounding good. Now contemplating a new room (wife wants LR back) and wondering if I want to take on the challenge of another room. It took me quite some time to get to where I am at. :: .......
163: TAS review of the ARC SP-3 (6.39)
Posted by rcrump on 2003-09-22, 21:13:34 (24.167.92.81)
Read Pearson's thirty year old review of the SP-3 and thought about the old unit I had rebuilt in the garage......New pot, selector, caps, resistors, RCAs and wiring and it is still state of the art a .......
164: Re: WAF follow up SP 100's vs SP 1/2's (6.37)
Posted by Don T on 2002-10-02, 14:03:40 (208.248.82.254)
You will lose some bass but if you search the archives I think you will find many who prefer the 1/2s to the 100s and recommend a subwoofer with the 1/2s if more bass is needed instead of recommending .......
165: Re: So.. fi outing.....In Little Rock... (6.37)
Posted by Shawn Harvey on 2000-03-11, 13:27:35 (206.31.111.24)
Drag me along with you the next time you hit LR. Shawn Harvey .......
166: Re: Now that's cute! (6.33)
Posted by Shawn Harvey on 2000-04-12, 14:18:36 (206.31.111.18)
I may want to drive up from LR and toss a few rocks in the lake with you. Where in the Ozarks are you? Shawn Harvey .......
167: I'll simplify the question (6.33)
Posted by E-Stat on 2006-09-13, 11:14:43 (206.255.209.11)
What the cable can do to the signal is completely and utterly defined by LR and C. Does that mean you believe shielding is irrelevant to any audible effects with audio cables? rw .......
168: Re: System Diagnosis, help needed! (6.33)
Posted by e-stat on 2000-11-14, 15:45:57 (24.31.115.101)
I have read that the ARC LS-1 preamp is essentially an earlier SP-9 preamp less the phone stage. This past spring, I updated my SP-9 MKII to MKIII specs. In addition to more definition, the overall so .......
169: RE: Speaker quandry (6.32)
Posted by BCR on 2017-08-20, 05:02:16 (66.30.239.117)
Here ya go! .......
170: I forgot... (6.31)
Posted by tube lubba on 2004-11-23, 15:05:30 (24.186.153.124)
these modifications were done primarilly to make the speaker more "attractive" to the US market...how could a speaker sound good without gold binding posts, right? just like we need a "gold package" o .......
171: Yes. You are right (6.29)
Posted by Frihed89 on 2008-03-13, 10:00:41 (87.53.108.41)
I own an SP MPX3 Slam SE + about $2000 worth of tubes. I bought it before I bought the SBH. Fortunate for me. I'm not sure which is "best", since the SP has so many different voices. However, the sing .......
172: Terminology's a bitch! (6.26)
Posted by david k. on 2000-05-31, 23:09:45 (152.163.204.181)
I'm familiar with how SP uses dark, but for me dark is also when things are not clear, even when the sound is thin & bright, the lack of clarity & detail is also what I would consider dark. In SP the .......
173: Then it is Stereophile that may have the credibility problem (6.26)
Posted by Ross on 2004-03-30, 10:27:41 (199.250.8.220)
It seems like every SP review of a low priced piece ends with the reviewer incredulious at how good this low priced item sounds. My problem with this is 2 fold- 1 they are tacitly advancing the opinio .......
174: When you're satisfied (6.23)
Posted by Bambi B on 2005-07-20, 08:52:06 (70.93.131.209)
Lynn, The problem with your quetion is that you're asking- for the most part- a group of people still obessessed to varying degres with improvement- constant, agonizing, arcane, and expensive decision .......
175: Audio Research preamp opinions needed (6.22)
Posted by KKM on 2002-09-13, 12:33:34 (216.103.119.253)
I'm looking for a tube preamp to go with my Bryston 4B-ST and Magnepan 3.6's and thought a used tube preamp might make a great combo. The ARC preamps have good reputation and am looking for a used pre .......
176: Re: Luxman info site on net? (6.20)
Posted by Bruce Beckner on 1999-09-20, 14:55:46 (207.91.86.2)
I can't help you with a web URL. But I own an LR-1120 receiver that I bought new in 1978. I have the manual and can give you the specs. I also can tell you what's good and not good about it, if you're .......
177: New absolute sound. (6.20)
Posted by edta on 2002-06-29, 19:26:19 (166.102.96.31)
Ok, I bought it at Border's. Fairly interesting. I like the music reviews better than SP. Overall: a good mag. Atkinson, Tellig and Lehnert from Stereophile needed to make it great. If Atkinson contin .......
178: RE: Go Brit (6.19)
Posted by milesandcoltrane on 2011-11-19, 04:55:36 (220.255.2.142)
Thanks for all the replies once again guys. @Demspinner - Yes, I do realize that Brit gear tends to sound a little different. But I've got very limited experience. I remember hearing a pair of LS3/5a .......
179: OK, here's one approach (6.19)
Posted by tommytube on 2007-03-11, 10:37:19 (68.189.129.243)
There are many approaches and here's one I'll offer with new equipment. Get an integrated or digital receiver. Panasonic XR55 is a good choice for around $220 new off Amazon. http://www.amazon.com/Pan .......
180: 1977, triamped Magneplanar Tympanis and Dayton Wright XG10s (6.17)
Posted by Brian Walsh on 2002-06-07, 21:02:23 (64.81.150.121)
The Tympani IIIA's were driven by ARC D-76's for mids and highs and a D-100 for the bass. SP-3a preamp and Technics SP-10 'table with Rabco SL8E arm and Fidelity Research FR201 MC cartridge. The same .......
181: Yep (6.17)
Posted by artemus on 2015-08-26, 07:07:00 (96.33.215.120)
Thats my computer system. I guess I could move it out in the LR. But, I suspect the color would be wrong. Women have to have pretty stuff. I just want it to sound good. So, why am I putting hardwood f .......
182: RE: Any hotel recommendations in Barcelona? (6.16)
Posted by pictureguy on 2012-08-22, 16:08:36 (108.193.231.7)
Any Rick Steves fans out there? He's pretty reliable, if a lunatic. I tried to match one of his 'timetables' once while on holiday in Germany. A normal human couldn't possibly have kept up. ::: TOPI .......
183: I agree (6.16)
Posted by rasmussen on 2003-01-17, 15:44:36 (63.150.103.138)
I believe the better and more helpful reviews for speakers are those that do compare several amps. With a little luck the reviewer will have systems set up in two different rooms as well. And while I' .......
184: John, you raise interesting points....and questions- (6.15)
Posted by Ross on 2002-08-29, 10:27:37 (208.243.96.98)
I think the LS3/5A WOULD receive favorable coverage in today's era SP, and probably rate as a class "C" component. The review would not be full or formal, but would be a feature of one of Sam Tellig's .......
185: Re: Worst (costly) mistake playing with your equipment. (6.15)
Posted by suretyguy on 2003-03-05, 08:47:05 (64.161.191.226)
Some years ago I had an Audio Research SP-10 preamp home from the dealer to audition. I had it sitting on the floor while I disconnected the one in my system and accidentally snapped off one of the to .......
186: Re: LOL! (6.14)
Posted by Oakroot on 1999-03-09, 21:47:37 (207.44.219.198)
The knocks on the SP-10 are a bit of tube glare and some haze in the very top. I do not think it has the bass of a solid state preamp lke my Rowland Coherence (which spanks anything Krell or Levinson .......
187: Re: Any Comments on Musical Design SP-2B Preamp? (6.13)
Posted by CVega on 2000-02-16, 02:11:08 (209.91.198.41)
Daryl: Hi.. I appreciate your comments very much, and they tend to be in agreement with others. Do you have any comments on the construction? Does it have good RCA's, the PCB, has good quality parts?, .......
188: Since you brought this topic up...... (6.12)
Posted by david hull on 2003-06-19, 18:20:35 (66.75.244.124)
Yep, another month, another Stereophile and another 4 pages of free hype for Musical Fidelity. This time from Sam Tellig. I guess they slipped up last month. I actually like SP, they do a much better .......
189: Re: vintage receivers (6.09)
Posted by Buzz on 2001-01-15, 14:15:04 (216.103.9.173)
I would say the Yamaha is the clear choice as far as quality goes. And 30 watts a channel will be enough to drive your Sansui's. MCS is no that good, sorry. I think they were a JC Penney line. I own a .......
190: Technics SP-10 MKII P / EPA-100p (6.08)
Posted by maktlos on 2013-12-06, 16:47:36 (80.216.56.97)
Hello! I did read some info about Technics SP-10 MKII P, now that I have this players with a EPA-100p tone-arm from a radio studio I am little interst of what is best to to with this player? Now it i .......
191: Re: Free speech is the only thing... (6.07)
Posted by rasmussen on 2002-08-15, 12:42:59 (63.150.103.138)
Likewise Mr. Mozart. I have to admit that after tusseling around with you and Big Dave the other day I started to recognise that my attitude had gotten pretty bad on some of these issues. I'm goin bac .......
192: Xtreme AV LLC Liquid Resolution Accessory (6.06)
Posted by Quint on 2006-09-15, 08:51:48 (64.12.116.131)
I've had some experience with Brian's products, and I agree: They definitely do what they claim to. And Brian's a stand-up guy too. I may try the LR one of these days, but right now I'm pretty tweaked .......
193: Re: Audio Research LS2mkII vs SP9mkII (6.06)
Posted by Oakroot on 1999-12-14, 17:34:06 (63.253.17.61)
In my opinion, the last really good preamp that ARC made was the SP-10 (which I own and still use - so I do have a bias). The ARC SP-6, 8, 10 were the last preamps from that company that one would cal .......
194: Re: Interesting story (6.05)
Posted by Ross on 2001-09-07, 11:05:14 (208.243.96.98)
If JA's previous posts are to be believed, then Stereophile as an operating unit, is profitable. If true, a more likely future path is that it is bled of profits and assets before the corpse is sold y .......
195: Got the Superphon SP-100....WOW! :) (6.02)
Posted by willkayakforfood on 2010-12-08, 13:50:58 (63.224.32.154)
About an hour ago, I brought home the Superphon SP-100 preamp. Listened to various things on the old Adcom GTP 500II, then switched preamps. Night and day difference! I'm very, very happy with this up .......
196: Given the current room stipulation ... (5.95)
Posted by reelsmith. on 2021-09-26, 15:01:57 (71.233.213.33)
...I'll go with the best system I've heard in my room after 26 years. Speakers: Snell C/V Amp: ARC D300 Pre: ARC SP-9 MKII CD: ARC CD-2 Table: Technics SP-15 Arm: Technics EPA-A250 Cart: Audio Technic .......
197: trying again (5.95)
Posted by old geezer on 2003-05-30, 20:03:10 (64.161.164.90)
http://www.google.com/search?hl=en&lr=&ie=UTF-8&oe=utf-8&q="noise+floor&btnG=Google+Search .......
198: Excellent ! ... (5.95)
Posted by reelsmith. on 2021-10-10, 18:44:57 (71.233.213.33)
Your pictured ARC SP-3A is a piece I've always wanted to try. I see you have an SP-9MKII. That was the best preamp I ever owned. CWD (Custom Woodwork & Design) was not around for a long time. I worked .......
199: I Finally Drank the Audio Note Kool-Aid (5.94)
Posted by richard hickey on 2009-11-01, 16:11:04 (99.29.1.28)
Well. I finally did it. I drank the Audio Note Kool-Aid and purchased a pair of the SP-e speaker cables. The Acoustic Zen Hologram II that I was using are no slouch. I really enjoyed them and Mr. Lee .......
200: Too Jaded? (5.93)
Posted by edta on 2002-01-12, 16:27:33 (166.102.84.96)
Not really. Just getting used to being cursed by having to live in interesting times. SP's involvement in these is marginal at best. The boredom factor and predictibility is getting pretty high at SP. .......
Found 200 records in Amp/Preamp Asylum.
1: Driving two pairs of speakers with one amp? (11.99)
Posted by kenzo on 2013-07-20, 17:50:58 (69.181.241.142)
This might be a nutty idea, but since this is an asylum it should not be out of line :) I have two pairs of high quality bookshelf speakers - one pair pioneer sp-bs22-lr and one pair Cambridge Audio S .......
2: RE: They will be mandated in Europe eventually. (11.99)
Posted by kenzo on 2015-01-03, 14:33:04 (108.209.84.241)
in the summer, not much use. in the winters, avg. probably 20 hrs/week. The engineer who designed the amp - Bruce Rozenblit - always asserted the T8 was overdesigned and the voltage to the tubes is re .......
3: A budget amp (11.98)
Posted by Bill the K on 2013-06-17, 17:05:59 (24.146.248.57)
that would comfortably drive the Pioneer BS22 speaker is what I am looking for. Need not play loud, only low volume, but should be good enough for the 85 sensitivity. By budget is meant the lowest pri .......
4: Luxman receiver: LR 2500/2200 (11.66)
Posted by Spider on 2003-12-27, 08:13:47 (139.92.103.121)
Hi, I am trying to find info about a couple of Luxman receivers, models LR 2500 and LR 2200, but I have found practically nothing even on the net. Is there anyone who has info, or can direct me to .......
5: RE: Class D Audio Feedback (11.51)
Posted by kenzo on 2014-02-19, 21:01:45 (69.181.241.142)
I own 2 ClassDAudio amps for about 3 years, all assembled by me from their kits of parts. One is the SDS and the other is the older model without the gain controls or balanced inputs. In comparison t .......
6: If these are your only choice... (10.11)
Posted by Jim Smith on 2002-09-19, 17:05:56 (68.71.181.69)
As someone who worked at ARC when we introduced the SP-4 and later, the SP-5, unless you want the features of the SP-4, go with the SP-5, a more open and less constricted unit than the SP-4. You proba .......
7: Look at Mapletree LR-1 (9.14)
Posted by Wayne1 on 2007-09-06, 11:11:52 (71.56.218.174)
The Mapletree Audio LR-1 is a passive switcher that should do exactly what you want. Pricing starts at $150.00. Get in touch with Dr. Lloyd and he should be able to help you out. .......
8: RE: ARC SP-3 vs. SP-8 (9.14)
Posted by Alex M on 2014-01-21, 04:48:21 (139.166.242.126)
It's interesting that the signal circuits in the SP-3 and SP-8 are almost identical, apart from the extra output buffer in the SP-3 after the tone controls. SP-3 SP-8 The main difference between th .......
9: I love my Audio Research SP-15 way better than the SP-10 I had Some say I am 'NUTS" (8.94)
Posted by Elizabeth on 2009-04-06, 14:22:16 (98.100.198.100)
Just wondering why some folks (who have not heard my system) jump up and down screaming at me that I am a fool for selling the SP-10, after having both the SP-10 and the SP-15 around, and finding the .......
10: I had an SP-10 and sold it fast as i could after hearing an ARC Sp-15 (8.94)
Posted by Elizabeth on 2011-10-05, 01:39:44 (24.209.145.177)
I got a deal on a used ARC SP-10. So I tried it.. ahhh?? Anyway, soon enough I bought an Sp-15 off Audiogon. I love the SP-15 and the SP-10 was no where near as good. (I admit the SP-10 had cheap tube .......
11: SP-20 is great! (I own an ARC SP-15, and love it's three tube phono section (8.67)
Posted by 3+4=5 on 2017-02-19, 18:17:44 (107.77.111.75)
Aside from the tubed phono section, my Sp-15 is solid state (with a separate power supply boxed same as SP-10 and SP-11) If I was in the market for a new preamp. The Audio Research Sp-20 would be the .......
12: Peachtree Audio Nova (8.57)
Posted by Metralla on 2012-11-21, 04:29:32 (68.127.209.106)
If you are using your iPod as a source, the Peachtree Audio Nova would be ideal. Normally sells for $1788 (see audio Advisor, for example) but Crutchfield have it at $1220. The Peachtree is compact, .......
13: ARC SP-6 or SP-8 ??? (8.53)
Posted by aaron1608 on 2004-02-10, 06:44:48 (24.156.73.232)
Decided to go for ARC preamp but not sure which... I don't have a turntable but both of SP-6 & SP-8 had phono stage. My question is about the line stage in these 2 units or I should go for a new model .......
14: RE: Audio Research SP 10 (8.47)
Posted by Karma16 on 2012-09-13, 13:11:48 (65.19.26.196)
HI Dr.Phil, I have owned three ARC preamps. My SP-8 and SP-10 were bought new and my current SP-11 was bought used in about 1992. I owned them in numerical order. I find the SP-10 to be a fine preamp .......
15: ARC SP-3 vs. SP-8 (8.38)
Posted by George S. Roland on 2014-01-18, 09:09:31 (75.88.140.127)
I understand that the SP-3 is the older design and comes with tone controls the SP-8 series lacks. I wonder what are the sonic differences between them and any other advantages/disadvatages that might .......
16: SP-10 and SP-11 Bypass Switch (8.30)
Posted by Karma16 on 2008-05-18, 09:30:35 (65.19.26.229)
HI, As an aside, I found that the bypass switch on the SP-10 made more difference than the bypass switch on the SP-11. This is significant because I tended to use the SP-10 in the by pass mode all the .......
17: Re: Audio Research old(SP-6/SP-8) or newer model (LS-2/LS-7) (8.26)
Posted by SOR on 2003-10-24, 10:58:07 (205.227.226.69)
Having owned these units I've found the following: SP-6B/C/E/F: the E and F revisions were steps back from the earlier revisions. The B revision probably was the best. SP-8: with the exception of the .......
18: I owned an Audio Research SP 10 ans Sp-15 at the same time. The Sp-15 trounced the 10 (8.16)
Posted by Elizabeth on 2012-09-13, 18:23:49 (65.28.168.99)
For apologitics I ca nsay the tubes in the Sp-10 were not 'top rated' tubes. However the Sp-15 was cleaner, clearer, sounded better. I sold the SP-10 for a big profit, as it's reputation is THAT big t .......
19: ARC ... (8.12)
Posted by reelsmith. on 2007-08-14, 12:55:51 (67.86.74.192)
SP-9II or III SP-14 SP-16 I sold ARC and Nak at the time the CA-7a was available. The ARC SP-9 and SP-14 both have better phono stages than the Nak ...at least that's what I and everyone I did a demo .......
20: If he finds out... (8.11)
Posted by mkuller on 2009-02-06, 14:11:53 (207.200.116.66)
...you can tell him someone made you an offer for the SP-10 you couldn't refuse. Not a lie. I haven't heard the SP-15, but the SP-10 is a classic and one of my all time favorites. Hope you like the SP .......
21: RE: Not always (8.04)
Posted by Alex M on 2012-01-13, 04:00:41 (139.166.250.190)
Actually I use a Vacuum State RTP3 myself, which I built from his schematics and various other info from the Web. Yes, this uses differenctial cascode circuitry, and is most definitely Class A. Funni .......
22: Re: I went from an SP-6C-1 (8.02)
Posted by Karma16 on 2006-12-18, 07:05:12 (128.165.142.188)
HI, I own the SP-11 MkII preamp and have heard nearly every ARC Preamp right back to the beginning except the very latest one's. I'm here to tell you there is no comparison beween the early SP's and t .......
23: RE: Good Tube Pre For SMC DNA 1 Amp (8.01)
Posted by kff on 2012-06-02, 09:45:54 (71.185.77.186)
Good luck with ARC products, SP-3A, SP-3A-1, SP-9 II and SP-9 III. I have a friend that has copied some of my gear so that is why there are duplicates. .......
24: ARC SP and LS series preamp difference? (8.00)
Posted by warnerwh on 2003-11-02, 01:09:27 (12.224.139.192)
What's the difference between the SP and LS series preamps? I thought SP meant it has a phono stage but you can order the new SP 16 with or without. Thanks .......
25: Hmmm (7.91)
Posted by E-Stat on 2016-03-29, 17:54:33 (206.255.213.61)
My first ARC preamp was an SP-6C that was quickly updated to an SP-6C-1 following the failure of a component. While the SP-3 was phenomenal in its day, I find that the SP-6 series was clearly superior .......
26: RE: This one.... (7.91)
Posted by Karma16 on 2010-11-28, 06:22:58 (65.19.26.123)
HI, I also owned a D115. I think you will be very happy with it. You are right. The maintenance costs are much less than the D-250 and it is a fine amplifier. About the SP-11 and SP15, I'm, not sure. .......
27: Re: AUDIO RESEARCH SP6 / 8--->LOST LEGENDS??? (7.86)
Posted by SOR on 2003-07-01, 07:22:58 (205.227.226.68)
Not to throw a wrench in the works here but having owned three revisions of the SP-6 and two of the SP-8 in the last 22 years I have to say the SP-8 is the superior design. I see no reason why the SP- .......
28: Re: audio research sp-11 gain... (7.83)
Posted by Pacha on 2004-07-20, 09:38:22 (68.35.66.167)
I would also return it, I presently use a reworked SP-8 and would love to, and will have some day a SP-10. .......
29: RE: Do ARC preamps sound like tubes? (7.81)
Posted by ScrojanOC on 2013-03-31, 12:03:41 (166.137.208.15)
I presently own the older SP-8 through SP-11 models and the 8 and 10 are very "tubey" (gloriously so which shows my bias/preferences), the SP-9 to a lesser degree and the SP-11 the least. While contin .......
30: I own an Audio Research Sp-15.. I would go for a ARC SP-20.. (7.78)
Posted by Smelly_Socks on 2016-11-28, 11:26:24 (107.77.111.75)
The Audio Research Sp-20 is the current iteration of the right ARC with phono to buy. The SP-20 is $9K new. I saw one last month on Audiogon for under $5k. I paid $1,500 for my Sp-15. But they have al .......
31: audio research sp-11 gain... (7.77)
Posted by vinylphile on 2004-07-18, 14:42:47 (24.156.26.87)
I'm currently auditioning a used sp-14 as i am thinking of replacing my audible illusions modulus 3A. I love the modulus however the high gain and stepped attenuators are making it diffficult to get t .......
32: RE: ARC SP-15 vs. SP-11 vs. SP-10 (7.76)
Posted by garymuffley@fuse.net on 2009-04-07, 20:14:04 (72.49.216.89)
Everyone has their own opinion. You have yours and I have mine; believe what you will. I frankly don't care. .......
33: Which Both? (7.76)
Posted by Karma16 on 2007-09-21, 06:37:16 (128.165.142.188)
HI Gary, Are you speaking of both the SP-10 and the 5.1 or the SP-10 and the SP-11? Sparky .......
34: RE: I lusted after the SP-3a before I could afford it! (7.69)
Posted by jwidgren on 2016-03-29, 12:10:00 (164.49.251.71)
I STILL lust after a fine example of the SP-3A (anybody want to swap for an SP-6C?). .......
35: Re: ARC SP-6/8 Question (7.64)
Posted by SOR on 2003-11-11, 11:30:13 (205.227.226.68)
There never was a SP-6/8 combination. There was a resistor installation mod on the SP-8 that reduced the gain by, I believe 6DB. You can see the installation points on the schematic. I cant remember i .......
36: Audio Research Tube Pre Amp (7.63)
Posted by ccoulter on 2011-02-28, 13:33:52 (66.207.69.234)
I am looking for a tube amp to match up with a pair of Sonic Frontier SMF 160 tube amps that I am using as monos. I like what I have read about Audio Research and have been trying to find out what adv .......
37: Shows how much I followed the competition... (7.62)
Posted by Allen Wright on 2009-10-30, 06:37:43 (85.3.212.26)
But the SP-6, SP-8 and SP-9 were all one box phono sensitive full preamps. Regards,Allen .......
38: RE: I had an SP-10 and sold it fast as i could after hearing an ARC Sp-15 (7.62)
Posted by ccoulter on 2011-10-07, 12:47:17 (70.167.65.73)
Thanks for the reply. I appreciate your time. I am considering a SP-15 but they are few to be found. .......
39: RE: The SP-10 can be easily... (7.58)
Posted by kentaja on 2009-12-29, 12:00:34 (64.12.116.16)
Well I don't know about all that. Sounds a bit dramatic. I have owned the SP-10. Incredible preamp, enjoyed it very much. There are later ARC efforts that will eclipse the SP-10. ARC circuit topology .......
40: RE: Anyone heard the ARC VSi60? (7.56)
Posted by kentaja on 2010-08-15, 15:52:43 (205.188.116.16)
Yes the SP-10 was an incredible preamp. Still is. But later ARC offerings are MUCH better IMO. The SP-10 represents that last of the SP-3 type of thinking/engineering at ARC. I would take any ARC Ref .......
41: RE: Audio Research Sp11 MKI - MKII differences (7.56)
Posted by Minorl on 2011-01-12, 11:47:47 (192.212.253.128)
I have owned both pre-amps and I can tell you that the SP9 MK II is much better than the MK I version. Sound Stage, imaging and overall sound is much better with the MK II. I owned the MK II for sever .......
42: Yes, it was onthe Sp-10, the SP-11 and Sp-15 (all two chassis preamps) (7.53)
Posted by Elizabeth on 2013-02-16, 20:52:00 (65.28.166.198)
I like it for what it is. I wouuld not go looking for it in some other pre (I own three) but it is fun to play with. I keep mine around for the three tube phono section, which is pretty good. ::: TOPI .......
43: arc sp-8 + expressive tech su-1 vs arc sp-10 (7.49)
Posted by de-tubo on 2005-01-13, 19:24:07 (210.1.92.232)
i'm presently using a arc sp-8 with a expressive technology su-1 step-up x'former. i love my set up but i still wonder how this would stack up to a arc sp-10. has anyone had to opportunity to compare? .......
44: I agree with Bambi )) Help with preamp selection (7.47)
Posted by ruffscruff on 2006-03-14, 17:51:01 (64.12.116.131)
Hi - I'm the one Bambi referred to who at one time changed from the SP-8 Rev 7 to the SP-3(C). I had an SP-2 that although was refurbed by ARC was still old and not at all up to the sonics of the SP-3 .......
45: RE: Is C-J PV-9 an upgrade from ARC SP-9 Mk I??? (7.46)
Posted by plantsman on 2009-01-18, 06:23:11 (71.241.216.202)
Just to echo what others here have said plus to add more options: I would definitely take a late ("C" or later) SP-6, SP-8 (Rev 4 or later), SP-14, Atma-Sphere MP-3 (w/power supply regulation) and CAT .......
46: RE: How do I "tweak" the sound of my Audio Research SP-9 to be "warmer" and "smoother" ? (7.45)
Posted by plantsman on 2007-12-05, 15:01:20 (71.241.211.169)
Yes, the update to Mk III status will make the SP-9 smoother and less bright but if you are looking for a euphonic preamp you probably should look elsewhere. I suspect you might prefer an SP-8 Mk II o .......
47: Who else knows more about ARC preamps? (7.44)
Posted by vacuous on 2006-10-13, 12:50:51 (69.12.155.193)
Well, maybe a few folks at Audio Research can match Bambi's knowledge of this gear. Otherwise, I find Bambi's posts to be the best available information on the net about individual ARC preamps. I am i .......
48: Re: anyone using audio research sp 10? some say one of best ever? (7.43)
Posted by digepix on 2006-10-08, 12:37:31 (72.225.201.206)
BambiB has one and an SP 8. The SP 10 had a great phono preamp in its day, the problem today is sourcing the tubes as I understand. .......
49: RE: Yes I owned an Sp-10 converted to Mk2 (7.43)
Posted by Pacha on 2013-05-07, 06:13:30 (209.189.130.6)
Thank you Elizabeth and Alex, I had seen the photos on ARCDB but, that seems to be all I could find and was looking for some conformation. I've had several SP-10s offered to me over the last year or s .......
50: Shelving the SP-8 (7.41)
Posted by AJ on 2003-10-19, 20:41:29 (205.188.208.9)
Hi Ruffscruff, Thanks for the info.... I've actually owned the original SP-8 then had it factory upgraded to rev.5 I've owned the piece for 20years. I'm finally shelving it for an Aesthetix. The SP-8 .......
51: I would venture that neither will address the leanness (7.41)
Posted by E-Stat on 2004-04-13, 14:41:30 (66.56.1.63)
I used an SP-6C1 for about fifteen years before replacing it with an SP-9MKII. If my information is correct, the LS-1 is a line stage only version of the earlier SP-9 design. I found both to be tonall .......
52: RE: ARC SP-3A-1 Preamp Factory Upgrade (7.40)
Posted by Door Nail on 2007-12-09, 08:59:01 (162.84.187.167)
I've had both but now only have the SP-3A-1. The SP-3C mod replaces the power supply board with one similar to the SP-6C. It changes the character of the amp and I much prefer the sound of the 3A-1. I .......
53: RE: I had an SP-10 and sold it fast as i could after hearing an ARC Sp-15 (7.39)
Posted by garymuffley@fuse.net on 2011-10-05, 07:51:59 (12.150.176.129)
I disagree with Elizabeth's comment that you have to spend $1000 to get decent tubes for the SP-10. The Electro Harmonix 6922s are quite good. The new Genelex 6922s are even better. There is no need t .......
54: Re: ARC Pre-amps (7.39)
Posted by ruffscruff on 2002-10-31, 16:39:13 (205.188.208.104)
Hi - If you search the archives here and look other places too, you should find that the SP-10MKII or SP-10 has what many think is the best phono section ever. Depending on other components in your sy .......
55: OK, thanks, lr (nt) (7.38)
Posted by Webnick on 2008-07-06, 10:46:48 (24.136.69.62)
. .......
56: Re: Technical Question (7.37)
Posted by Karma16 on 2006-12-26, 16:30:59 (65.19.26.113)
HI Bambi, I do think ARC is very consistent with their "corporate sound". But it has changed over the years. The early ARC amps and preamps sounded closer to VTL than to modern Audio Research. The thr .......
57: Audio Research SP-11 MK1 and MK2 differences (7.36)
Posted by mitch4t on 2002-11-21, 21:52:21 (66.32.22.188)
Anyone have any experience with the Audio Research SP-11 preamp? I currently own the Audio Research LS 10 solid state preamp....supposedly their flagship solid state unit. I once owned the tubed AR SP .......
58: RE: Audio Research SP10 vs Counterpoint 5.1 (7.34)
Posted by Karma16 on 2007-09-19, 00:52:19 (65.19.26.242)
HI, As a former owner of an SP-10, bought new, I can vouch that it is a truly great preamp. A few years later I sold my SP-10 and replaced it with an SP-11 Mk II, bought used, which I still have. I ha .......
59: RE: Don't know if it's best AND the damn thing's near 40 years old... (7.28)
Posted by jjurkens on 2015-10-15, 14:08:09 (71.86.162.92)
There was a time when I agreed with you...then I got my hands on a SP-3c. My first REAL audiophile system had the SP-3A in it. Bought it new in '75. I had it upgraded to a SP-3A1 (I believe that was w .......
60: Carver ZR1600 For LR With ZR500 For Center? (7.23)
Posted by ChicagoT5 on 2004-08-23, 21:02:11 (67.173.67.196)
I have an all Maggie system (MMG, MMG-C, MMG-W) and an NAD T762 receiver. Two Channel is the priority (will likely upgrade the LR to 3.6s in the near future), but I do want good vocals for music (don' .......
61: Re: music reference or audio research with spendor? (7.23)
Posted by Karma16 on 2007-03-01, 19:37:48 (65.19.26.165)
HI, I bought a SP-10 brand new when they were current. Great preamp. However, if you plan on using low to medium output MC's you will have to buy a head amp. The SP-10 does not have enough gain. If yo .......
62: Audio Research SP9- the good and the bad (7.23)
Posted by Bambi B on 2005-10-04, 19:01:12 (72.129.64.11)
Ken Tan, The SP-9 is an interesting preamplifer. When the SP9 first was made, I thought it -and the contemporary hybrid power amplifier the D-125 were the worst sounding gear Audio Research ever made. .......
63: Re: ARC SP8 or SP10 - what is better (7.23)
Posted by kentaja@yahoo.com on 2006-08-04, 05:43:56 (64.12.116.131)
I have owned both units, although my SP-8 was a MKI version. The SP-10 is the better preamp by a considerable margin IMO. Finding adequate tubes is the challange with this preamp. I agree with Bambi's .......
64: Re: ARC SP-6/8 Question (7.21)
Posted by revjac on 2003-11-11, 11:41:22 (207.34.71.214)
For all intents and purposes of clarification this is the rear badge on the unit and why I'm calling it an "SP 6/8" - and how it was presented to me. It has parts from both ARC SP models. .......
65: RE: Not always (7.20)
Posted by Karma16 on 2012-01-13, 09:51:52 (65.19.26.203)
HI Alex, I just went into the ARCDB to check the SP-10 schematics. I think you are right. I see one cascode stage which is all tube. The SP-11 design is very different with cascode amps using tube and .......
66: RE: Are you sure there was a cabinet offered for the SP10? (7.19)
Posted by Sea Monster on 2008-06-13, 20:50:39 (203.218.38.11)
Bambi, You know what? If you look at the options for SP-8, its cabinet model is the same as the SP-10 which is WC-4. Yours is the cabinet for SP-10 as well. .......
67: Re: Phono section of ARC SP-8 vs. SP-10 (7.18)
Posted by 1musiclover on 2003-02-03, 08:30:06 (68.45.30.60)
I am interested in this also. I would be interested to find out what anyone thinks of the phono stage of the SP-16 as well. Also, what type of gain do these produce, and is the resistance adjustable? .......
68: No! (7.18)
Posted by E-Stat on 2009-09-25, 13:09:11 (206.255.205.226)
The SP-4 (1976) was an early all solid state model designed to replace the famous SP-3 series. It used Levinson-esque encapsulated "analog modules". See here. HP and JWC of The Absolute Sound damned i .......
69: IMHO I would try these before I picked up a 5/SE... (7.18)
Posted by Mr_bill2 on 2005-11-19, 10:16:16 (24.255.105.181)
"AUDIO RESEARCH CORP. SP-6, SP-8, SP-10 & SP-11: These preamplifiers are the best ARC made during a 10 year period, late 1970’s to late 1980’s. That was their "Golden Age". They haven’t been the same .......
70: Vincent SP-331MK (7.15)
Posted by standingstones on 2010-06-13, 06:39:14 (198.23.5.10)
Has anyone had any experience with the Vincent SP-331MK amplifier? I can only find one real review online and would like to know more about this amp. I am not interested in the lower priced SP-331 jus .......
71: Yes I owned an Sp-10 converted to Mk2 (7.15)
Posted by Elizabeth on 2013-05-06, 21:06:23 (65.28.166.198)
The main easy to see difference is the original Sp-10 has an additional part right in the middle of the chassis. That was removed in the Sp-10 mk2 Pictures available: One I copied is showing the 'e .......
72: I had an Audio Research SP-10 with that sort of pile of tubes.. (7.14)
Posted by Smelly_Socks on 2016-01-06, 12:18:15 (107.77.89.84)
Folks raved about the sound, but I liked the sound of the SP-15 I found around the same time (used) Sold the SP-10 for a bucket more money than I paid for it. .......
73: Audio Research SP-10 help needed (7.11)
Posted by kotms on 2016-03-06, 13:33:52 (71.190.228.81)
Restoring an SP-10. I wonder if any of the SP-10 owners could send me a good picture of the underside of the audio section circuit board? Thank you .......
74: RE: I love my Audio Research SP-15 way better than the SP-10 I had Some say I am 'NUTS" (7.10)
Posted by kentaja on 2009-04-06, 19:04:13 (64.12.116.16)
You are not alone Elizabeth. I loved my SP-10, but it was far from perfect. It was the first ARC tube preamp that I could live with. The largest short coming with the SP-10(besides tube headaches!) wa .......
75: Re: AR SP-12 Pre a dog ?? (7.08)
Posted by SOR on 2003-07-31, 09:35:24 (205.227.226.68)
It was considered their entry level unit which wasn't up to the sonics of the earlier SP-8 / SP-10 generation. I personally didn't like the push button input switches which I believe, were only used o .......
76: RE: Audio Research SP-9 ----- In need of repair. Is this possible ? (7.06)
Posted by kentaja@yahoo.com on 2008-01-16, 10:40:28 (205.188.116.141)
The SP-11 and D-250 are not much older than the SP-9. Perhaps 2-3 years depending on the age of your D-250. The SP-9 came out shortly after the SP-11, perhaps a couple a year between the two. I would .......
77: RE: Pretty sure these are in SP... (7.05)
Posted by Thorsten on 2012-07-10, 05:12:06 (193.150.9.5)
Hi, > kind of in the signal path, but not really. The concept of something being in the signal path or not as often expounded is faulty. Anything where signal dependent current or voltage is observab .......
78: RE: Pre-amp with excellent phono stage? (7.02)
Posted by Karma16 on 2011-04-16, 06:16:39 (65.19.26.107)
HI, It depends upon what cartridge technology you plan to use. Below, the ARC SP-8 is mentioned. For MM's I agree as well as the ARC SP-10. I've owned both. But for low output MC's both are noisy beca .......
79: RE: Audio Research SP10 vs Counterpoint 5.1 (7.02)
Posted by Oakroot on 2007-09-21, 14:49:06 (64.175.41.161)
I own both ... the SP-10 is much better. The Counterpoint was a bang for the buck champ. The SP-10 is a classic and rarely equalled at ay price - including the ARC line since the SP-10. .......
80: RE: This one.... (7.01)
Posted by Karma16 on 2010-12-09, 08:55:15 (192.12.184.2)
HI mondial, Boy, it seems you have a nice collection of preamps. To answer your question about the SP-15 schematic, it is not available on ARCDB. That's why I asked about it. I really liked the SP-10 .......
81: RE: ARC SP-15 vs. SP-11 vs. SP-10 (7.00)
Posted by Karma16 on 2009-04-07, 18:27:37 (65.19.26.74)
HI Gary, I find it interesting that you are willing to put your knowledge of preamp design up against William Z. Johnson's. Are you kidding me!! I flat don't believe you!! You will have to do better t .......
82: One amp two speakers (6.98)
Posted by dbphd on 2012-10-12, 19:58:39 (184.187.177.4)
Each channel of my Proceed Amp 3 has a pair of speaker terminals. I've been using the pair of terminals of the LR channels to "biamp" large KEF R107/2s and using the pair of center terminals to drive .......
83: RE: ARC SP10 - recapping and update (6.97)
Posted by garymuffley@fuse.net on 2008-05-18, 20:00:37 (72.49.33.154)
I found that bypassing the opto-coupler on the SP-10 makes a very noticeable difference. It is in series with the signal on the SP-10 (bad), whereas it shunts the signal to ground on the SP-11 (the ri .......
84: Re: Switchbox for integrated amp ? (6.96)
Posted by riffer on 2005-05-18, 07:43:44 (65.95.151.90)
I have the Mapletree LR-1 and it is excellent. All direct wired. .......
85: Phono section of ARC SP-8 vs. SP-10 (6.94)
Posted by rgurney on 2003-02-03, 07:45:12 (66.44.113.181)
Considering the phono section only, how do these pre-amps compare. Is the SP-10 phono that much better or are they 'close'. The 8 is a lot easier to re-tube and maintain. .......
86: Belles One (home office), Advent 300 (lr) (6.92)
Posted by geoff on 2006-10-12, 09:30:52 (67.100.20.251)
Both sound good, no problems ever. .......
87: RE: Audio Research SP 10 (6.87)
Posted by ScrojanOC on 2012-09-12, 21:03:14 (198.228.216.146)
I presently have the good fortune of owning both an SP-10 mki and a SP-11 mki that were retubed either just shortly before (SP-11) or shortly after purchase (SP-10) by the local authorized ARC rep. Fo .......
88: Rogue 66 Preamp Outputting Dual Mono instead of Stereo (6.86)
Posted by kkolbe on 2004-02-11, 14:25:06 (216.163.143.130)
I just integrated a Rogue 66 Preamp Phono into my system and it is outputting a dual mono signal to my amp and LR speakers instead of stereo. I played the channel identification tracks on the XLO test .......
89: How 'vintage' is vintage? I would pass on any before 1980 or so.. (6.83)
Posted by Nuit on 2014-12-19, 15:25:16 (184.58.250.114)
The old stuff is OK, but not great clarity. After 1980'ish preamps started becoming 'high end'. I really could live with my Audio research Sp-15 preamp. I paid $1,500 for it several years ago. The new .......
90: RE: ARC SP-14 VS ARC Sp-9 MKII (6.80)
Posted by casouza on 2008-04-25, 23:32:22 (201.17.68.170)
Yes, the specs of SP-14 and SP-9 are very similar, however the SP-14 sounds much better than an SP-9, through its phono stage or line stage. The SP-9 sounds thin aand forward, while the SP-14, though .......
91: Agree on the sticker shock. (6.79)
Posted by cdb on 2014-09-27, 15:39:09 (76.103.35.160)
My still in use SP-9 in 1990 was $1300 ($2366 today). Add a Ref 75 amp with the SP-20, and it's a throat-choking $18k. (The Ref 75 for some weird reason also has a 20A IEC socket.) I have some concern .......
92: Re: Some gain decrease info >> Re: ARC SP-6/8 Question (6.79)
Posted by SOR on 2003-11-12, 09:10:40 (205.227.226.68)
Hi Fran- Enjoyed the photos. I did have the SP-6F which I had updated from an E. Unfortunately, I thought it was disappointing sonically with considerable added grain. If I remember correctly, they di .......
93: Re: Vincent SP 998 monoblocs - anyone knows ? (6.78)
Posted by P.O.M. on 2006-12-15, 13:44:19 (83.108.22.55)
Hello, I have not heard the Vincent SP-998 mono-blocks but I have the larger SP-991 mono-blocks: http://www.vincent-tac.de/en/produkt/end/sp_991.php I am very satisfied with these amplifiers. These SP .......
94: RE: VTA preamplifiers (6.78)
Posted by airtime on 2016-02-25, 06:15:50 (73.199.13.242)
I was in contact with someone about a year ago that did build the SP 14. And he was very happy with it. A real full powerful dynamic sound. At the time I was trying to choose between a SP-14, SP-9, SP .......
95: Re: I need opinions of Audio Research preamps. (6.75)
Posted by AJ on 2003-11-23, 18:39:30 (205.188.208.9)
Hello, I've owned my SP-8 for over 20years I bought it new. Many more expensive preamps passed through my system..yet I ccould never rationalize the extreme expense for the apparent incremental perfor .......
96: RE: Opinions: Audio Research SP10 MkII vs Audio Note M2 Phono? (6.75)
Posted by garymuffley@fuse.net on 2011-05-27, 15:51:25 (68.50.107.52)
I would dissent on the SP-10 being hard on tubes. Electro Harmonix 6922 last long and remain quiet. Perhaps they are not as good as expensive NOS, but the latter many times do not stay quiet. I have m .......
97: I have a HK AVR65... (6.75)
Posted by bwkendall on 2003-03-11, 16:59:57 (64.170.172.58)
with the front LR channels running into a Parasound amp (125 wpc @ 8 ohms). When I listen to music, the HK is in bypass mode functioning purely as a stereo preamp. Works great! When it's time to go to .......
98: Well... (6.75)
Posted by E-Stat on 2009-06-02, 07:29:26 (206.255.205.226)
I did a little research and found they both shared the hybid tubed/solid state technology platform... The SP-10 used massive numbers of tubes (12) and was not a hybrid. You're probably thinking of t .......
99: Audio Research introducing a lot of new models is what is crashing Used ARC Preamp Prices (6.75)
Posted by Elizabeth on 2013-12-22, 17:53:30 (65.28.166.198)
When a lot of people are selling off their ARC to buy the latest. Then if the market is saturated it will crash. Take Magnepan 3.6 They should be higher priced. but EVERYONE who had them sold them to .......
100: Thanks, ruffscruff... (6.75)
Posted by Jay on 2003-10-19, 12:54:21 (63.185.9.241)
yes, I recently discovered your excellent website . Lots of good ARC SP info there! BTW, have you considered adding original factory specs - gain, output impedance, recommended minimum load, etc...? A .......
101: My SP-9 pops faintly when muted. (6.73)
Posted by sleeper on 2005-03-15, 20:26:43 (68.190.81.251)
My ARC SP-9 manual says it's due to a DC offset on the power amplifer inputs (Bryston 7BSTs in my case). My rig is setup with two preamps: the SP-9 and a Bryston BP-25. The Bryston preamp does not pop .......
102: SP-11 MKII (6.73)
Posted by zelig on 2005-04-06, 18:36:14 (67.86.177.44)
The SP-11 MKII is a really good preamplifier and especially if you play records. I still play records, having 4,000 lps does that to you but most new music comes out primariy on CD's so I decided to g .......
103: SP-11 MKII (6.72)
Posted by zelig on 2005-04-06, 18:36:14 (67.86.177.44)
The SP-11 MKII is a really good preamplifier and especially if you play records. I still play records, having 4,000 lps does that to you but most new music comes out primariy on CD's so I decided to g .......
104: RE: I'd always heard (and only got to compare once) that the 10 was better than the 11 for phono... (6.72)
Posted by Karma16 on 2007-09-22, 03:20:40 (65.19.26.130)
HI, Having owned both the SP-10 and the SP-11 (still own it; it is my primary preamp and has been for 17 years) I can comment. I feel the SP-11 is better by a significant margin, especially the phono .......
105: RE: Audio Research SP8...Experts need your help (6.70)
Posted by the old school on 2016-05-26, 16:14:08 (76.126.193.9)
I have an SP8, Mark Two, and have loved it for 30 plus years. I preferred the SP 8 to the SP 10 in an extensive blind test many years ago. The SP 8 was more liquid and lucid. Many prefer the older Aud .......
106: ARC SP-15 vs. SP-11 vs. SP-10 (6.69)
Posted by garymuffley@fuse.net on 2009-04-07, 16:01:26 (72.49.216.89)
I currently own both an ARC SP-10 and SP-11MKII, among others, and I generally agree that the SP-11 or SP-15 (same phone section as the SP-11, but with an all solid state, as opposed to hybrid, line s .......
107: Audio Research MCP-33 (6.69)
Posted by Pacha on 2004-04-20, 16:36:11 (68.35.66.167)
Bambi, I forgot, I also have some 78s, 50 to 100 w/ a Dual 5000 and ortofon cart. I only plug it in when I feel like listening to them, like I do my 1896 Edison Home 2 min. cylinder. player. The SP-8 .......
108: One review ...you might like to read first (6.68)
Posted by Joe M on 2004-07-21, 13:28:17 (65.10.243.220)
From COPYRIGHT 1999-2004 ARTHUR SALVATORE AND HIGH-END AUDIO LTD. >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> CLASS C AUDIO RESEARCH CORP. SP-6, SP-8, SP-10 & SP-11 These prea .......
109: RE: Finding a suitable switchbox (6.68)
Posted by Ol Ken on 2012-06-19, 15:34:26 (70.49.135.174)
http://hollowstate.netfirms.com/otherproducts.htm LR-1 line router .......
110: RE: ARC SP10 vs MCP33+PH3SE for phono? (6.68)
Posted by Karma16 on 2008-04-16, 10:13:47 (128.165.142.188)
HI, As former owner of an ARC SP-10, I want to caution you against using this preamp with a low output MC (you did not say it is an MC but I assume so) cartridge. You will run into noise issues and it .......
111: Re: Audio Research Preamps (LS-3, LS-7, SP-9) (6.67)
Posted by Okie on 2002-12-30, 21:08:51 (63.76.245.54)
I haven't heard the LS-3 or 7. However, I have owned the SP-9 MK-1, which I upgraded to the MK-II and then MK-III. I would recommend each upgrade, especially on the used market. i.e. go for a MKIII i .......
112: I don't think there's any difference. (6.66)
Posted by Prisoners on 2011-08-04, 19:17:54 (99.141.210.142)
The Melody SP-3 and the Onix SP-3 are the same thing as far as I can tell. That's what I have. .......
113: RE: Audio Research just changed the 'Audio research Sound" a little to more neutral, than tubey later (6.66)
Posted by Elizabeth on 2011-02-28, 13:55:10 (24.209.146.206)
The complaint about later ARC gear is really a change in sonic character from being a tube sounding line, to a more neutral sound. Of course, averyone who loved the tube sound was annnoyed. I have had .......
114: Re: ARC SP-6 or SP-8 ??? (6.66)
Posted by Chuck Y on 2004-02-10, 10:39:25 (209.165.41.125)
Age is a problem for everything/body. But ARC has an excellent service department, has good turn-around time and readily services its old stuff. They have been taking good care of my SP10 for 20 years .......
115: Re: You may want to consider... (6.66)
Posted by SOR on 2004-02-11, 10:37:42 (205.227.226.68)
I agree with your comments. I would skip the LS-8 as it didn't seem to quite work compared to their other efforts. I have done comparisons with the line stage of my SP-8 with the LS-7 and the LS-7, wa .......
116: Some info - - Re: ARC sp6 c1 (6.65)
Posted by ruffscruff on 2005-08-22, 23:25:24 (205.188.116.7)
Hi - The link below has some SP-6 info but most of it is not specific to the C-1. Under "ramblings" I list the tubes and what ARC says if one gets noisy. Then under "SP-6," there are photos of the 6E .......
117: RE: phono stage sound mcintosh c22 or arc sp3 updated (6.64)
Posted by AJ on 2015-01-24, 17:21:08 (24.141.58.252)
I have the ARC SP3-a1, Marantz 7and just sold my ARC SP 8 which I owned new since '83. I've had the Mc C22 in the system and have had the ARC SP 10. I now use a 3 box preamp that must weigh over 100lb .......
118: Re: Easy- How many 12AX7s? (6.64)
Posted by Bambi B on 2005-09-04, 12:28:37 (72.129.64.11)
Dr Rock, Are you perhaps a geologist? The SP-8 is one of very, very few Audio Research products that I feel was wonderful right from the beginning- usually, it's the MKII that really gets things cooki .......
119: Re: Audio Research- Old! (6.63)
Posted by Brad V on 2003-10-24, 05:43:13 (167.64.47.33)
Hi Bambi, Someone let me borrow their SP-8 for a few weeks. I had several Audiophiles over the house to compare it with my upgraded SP-6A. The upgraded SP-6A sounded better in every aspect of the musi .......
120: ARC SP-10 Mk I vs Mk II (6.63)
Posted by Pacha on 2013-05-06, 18:12:43 (107.4.21.122)
Hello, I've decided to look for a SP-10 Mk II for my system that now uses a SP-8 Mk II. ARC no longer provides service info or Mk I or II status, other then to the owner when the unit is in for servic .......
121: ARC SP-3-A-1 Preamp (6.61)
Posted by jaynemo on 2007-12-21, 13:01:13 (69.177.189.243)
I picked up my first ARC component, an SP-3-A-1, excellent shape, previous owner stated the phono section was a little noisy. I got a really good deal on it, so I'm contemplating perhaps the SP-3C fac .......
122: RE: Audio Research SP-8 (6.59)
Posted by palewin on 2013-05-20, 13:55:06 (108.35.204.83)
Sorry to disagree with previous poster, but I think you will be fine. I had an SP-8, and ran my Micro-Benz MC cartridge (IIRC .5mv output) directly into the SP-8 phono stage, and it worked nicely. The .......
123: RE: Musical Design SP-2B Preamp (6.57)
Posted by wood1 on 2014-10-12, 03:54:21 (173.59.53.167)
A good friend has one, it's a really nice preamp for the money. He got it as a SP-2 and sent it to John at Musical concepts to have it upgraded to "B" status and had an external power supply instal .......
124: RE: thoughts on passive preamps? (6.56)
Posted by red carerra on 2007-10-24, 15:39:25 (209.204.185.108)
I have an SP-14 modified by GNSC. I replaced it with a Placette three input 2 output unit and wow it was a revelation. Basically, it was a lot more transparent then the SP-14 like a crystal clear wind .......
125: RE: Such As...? Love to Hear About Some Specifics (6.56)
Posted by Sibelius on 2021-10-28, 10:42:51 (24.6.59.190)
Beautiful finish. I was looking at that one in the thumbnails... How would they do close to a wall? That's my biggest limitation, unless I can convince my wife to rearrange the LR. .......
126: RE: Audio Research SP10 vs Counterpoint 5.1 (6.56)
Posted by Karma16 on 2007-09-21, 12:22:16 (128.165.142.188)
HI, I would agree but I guess it depends on ones reference point. Personally, I find the SP-10 rather warm, actually. As I said above, the SP-10 is the end point and the finest example of ARC's early .......
127: RE: Is C-J PV-9 an upgrade from ARC SP-9 Mk I??? (6.55)
Posted by Karma16 on 2009-01-29, 05:11:40 (65.19.26.204)
HI, While I have never liked the SP-9 MkI for the same reasons Bambi spoke about, I think the your question has deeper meaning. The CJ PV series is apples and oranges compared to ARC. The two companie .......
128: Are you asking about the VTAs? (6.55)
Posted by 1973shovel on 2018-08-01, 09:50:07 (96.37.198.203)
I'm not sure what circuits they are based on. Since they don't publish their schematics, I made my "Not a Dynaco PAS" statement based on the tubes VTA uses. From the VTA site, it appears their line st .......
129: Is C-J PV-9 an upgrade from ARC SP-9 Mk I??? (6.55)
Posted by DexysMidnightRunner on 2009-01-17, 12:48:44 (65.33.44.24)
Seeking advice: calling on anyone who has heard both the Conrad-Johnson PV-9 and the Audio Research SP-9 (in its Mk. I version), and is familiar enough with them to make an informed judgment about the .......
130: Audio Research SP-8 (6.55)
Posted by m.rayner1 on 2013-05-19, 10:57:53 (172.250.0.192)
Greetings, I'm considering a Benz Micro M 0.9 cartridge. Would that be a good match for my AR SP-8? .......
131: Re: ARC Pre-amps (6.53)
Posted by Bobbym on 2002-11-02, 18:44:44 (24.46.242.85)
I own the SP-11 MK11 and as far as I am concerned it is the best I have ever heard and I have heard many.I even liked the original SP-11 better then the MK11 but the MK11 is much less edgy or problema .......
132: Re: audio research sp-11 gain... (6.52)
Posted by Frank Waller on 2004-07-19, 09:07:02 (81.86.68.48)
Vinylphile, I'm currently using an SP-11 mkII (my 3rd over the years). The 11 has oodles of adjustable gain (source input level plus gain control knobs) - and the mkII is relatively quiet. I previousl .......
133: ARC Pre-amps (6.51)
Posted by Gretschtenn on 2002-10-31, 16:10:14 (152.163.188.5)
I am currently using an NAD3140 integrated amp with some B&W bookshelf speakers. Sources include a VPI Scout with a Shure V15V, and a cassette deck. The Scout is recent, and I am playing a ton of LP's .......
134: I take that back: SP-16 w/o phono is SP-16L (6.48)
Posted by bublitchki on 2003-11-02, 02:43:35 (68.161.55.29)
As per the ARC web site. So much for not copying their competitor! :-) .......
135: RE: SP-10 and SP-11 Bypass Switch (6.48)
Posted by Karma16 on 2008-05-19, 04:46:47 (65.19.26.229)
HI, Well, I had no dog in the fight. I'm only reporting what I heard. Sparky .......
136: To put this in perspective (6.48)
Posted by E-Stat on 2007-04-19, 15:15:34 (206.255.203.68)
Bill Johnson told Harry Pearson of TAS that the unfavorable reviews of the SP-4 (fully featured version of the SP-5) and the D-100 almost put the company under back in the 70s. They took the criticism .......
137: Some gain decrease info >> Re: ARC SP-6/8 Question (6.46)
Posted by ruffscruff on 2003-11-11, 22:46:24 (152.163.252.5)
I guess I haven't seen much and never a label like you show - it's very interesting - thanx. The manual for SP-8 revs 1,2 & 3 shows adding a resistor to each channel for a 6 db cut in gain. Each click .......
138: Audio Research SP-16 Epiphany (6.46)
Posted by Jim Thomas on 2007-04-16, 11:46:44 (207.100.51.35)
After using SS preamps for the last 30 years or so, on a whim I borrowed an SP-16 last weekend. I had always steered clear of tubes because of the usual cliches: rolled off highs, tubby bass, euphonic .......
139: Any ARC pre amps with the same vintage years as your amp…like SP-9, LS2/5 and SP-10/11…nt (6.43)
Posted by millen on 2005-05-13, 07:43:27 (142.56.2.11)
. .......
140: I own a ARC SP-15 which is pretty much the same pair of volume devices. and... (6.43)
Posted by toothpaste on 2018-03-10, 15:16:16 (107.77.210.181)
They are two totally different type of switches! The 'gain' is a discreet step ladder The 'Level' is a smooth 'tiny step' smooth sliding control. My gain is also tight and it should be for a discreet .......
141: Yep (6.43)
Posted by E-Stat on 2005-12-31, 20:17:11 (24.99.71.139)
There are several products like the SP-9 that have had MKIIIs, but I'm not sure if SP-9s are labelled which version. My SP-9 started out as a MK II and I had it factory upgraded to the MK III. They .......
142: Re: I need opinions of Audio Research preamps. (6.42)
Posted by Tubegroover on 2003-11-24, 22:29:27 (64.12.96.9)
Listen to Bambi, he is right on. I doubt there is a better value than a used SP-8. I have owned that pre still own an original CAT SL-1 with the dual volume controls, one for each channel, and have li .......
143: Re: Get Outta the way simple passive? (6.42)
Posted by WEEZ on 2004-12-15, 16:34:17 (24.159.19.40)
Mapletree Audio Design offers a line router (LR-1) with (4) inputs and (2) outputs. $125. WEEZ .......
144: Here's one review of the M2150 (2003)... (6.41)
Posted by Audio Pharaoh on 2005-11-20, 19:41:51 (82.201.191.242)
Check the link below.. AP # The path of the righteous man is beset on all sides by the inequities of the selfish and the tyranny of evil men # Samuel L. Jackson (Ezekiel 25:17)>Pulp Fiction Plinius SA .......
145: Re: Choose: ARC LS-1 or SP-6C-1 (6.39)
Posted by free.ranger@mac.com on 2004-04-13, 13:49:50 (68.35.45.225)
Many moons ago, I had large Advents, a Hafler 200 power amp and an ARC SP-6B preamp. The 6B was known (and experienced) for its great midrange tones and dynamic punch. Rich, melodic, enjoyable, get-lo .......
146: Re: Suggestion : Around 20K - Which Pre-amp to buy (6.39)
Posted by rcrump on 2003-05-28, 07:04:05 (24.167.92.81)
Had an SP-11 and think I would look for a good late production used SP-10 as that is a much better unit...... .......
147: For what it's worth, I've used an SP-9 and SP-16 with a 4B.... (6.38)
Posted by StephenJK on 2011-10-07, 06:36:12 (207.236.104.194)
and without any problems whatsoever. I do need to upgrade my amp, but there's never been anything but consistent improvement from one preamp to the other. .......
148: Anyone using an ARC PH-5 with an SP-9? (6.38)
Posted by sleeper on 2006-10-10, 21:34:09 (66.168.54.38)
Does the PH-5 beat the phono stage in the SP-9? .......
149: Rumour has it that ARC is bringing back the SP 11 (6.36)
Posted by mondial on 2014-11-22, 16:57:25 (180.191.76.202)
Hi to all, A reliable source told me ARC is planning to bring back the ARC SP 11 for a limited time only. Any fellow inmate/ ARC aficionado heard about this? My source was wondering why the SP 11 and .......
150: RE: Rumour has it that ARC is bringing back the SP 11 (6.35)
Posted by fantja on 2014-11-26, 11:56:10 (99.46.118.39)
Was there something "special" about the SP-11 ? .......
151: RE: Is C-J PV-9 an upgrade from ARC SP-9 Mk I??? (6.34)
Posted by plantsman on 2009-01-17, 13:17:04 (71.241.216.202)
It probably has been too long since I've heard either of those preamps to offer meaningful advice but I recall the PV-9 as being much more traditionally tube-y sounding than the SP-9 i.e. softened hig .......
152: RE: Recommend used pre in the 2K range... (6.33)
Posted by geraldm121 on 2011-07-14, 20:06:59 (67.142.162.23)
Abe, Funny you should bring it up. I actually had written a response to your earlier post regarding just that issue and deleted it during my "self edit" not wanting to appear too picky and also not s .......
153: Cheap? not that one: Audio Research SP10 MkII (6.32)
Posted by Elizabeth on 2011-05-24, 19:26:53 (65.28.186.225)
Three years ago I found, locally, an Audio Research Sp-10mkII cheap. and bought it. It was no great shakes as it had noisey tubes. The Sp-10 has over a DOZEN tubes in it. I hope your garage full of sp .......
154: Bryston 10B (6.31)
Posted by Schweikert on 2007-06-11, 15:58:56 (71.49.129.113)
I have a 10B LR need to remove cover to check and change frequency, cant seem to break the screws loose. Is that a special head on the screw like maybe 4 sided or something? .......
155: Re: ARC Pre-amps (6.31)
Posted by millen on 2002-10-31, 17:55:27 (24.71.223.142)
All those pre amps that you've mentioned above were excellent in sonics and reliability in their own right. I've own one and heard some of them to my ears the SP-11 is excellent but it's bettered by S .......
156: Re: Amp electric power requirements (6.30)
Posted by bikejog on 2004-06-07, 23:53:14 (172.142.79.40)
15 * 117 = 1755 watts. I'd be worried if you have more than 800 watts of TRUE class-B audio output from your amps, but the actual AC power consumption of your amps are usually listed on the back. Th .......
157: sp-12 (6.29)
Posted by C. Bacon on 2002-10-05, 15:31:06 (64.228.234.151)
I have a used SP-12 Audio Research pre-amp and I am looking for a schimatic and owners manuel. .......
158: Re: Phono section of ARC SP-8 vs. SP-10 (6.28)
Posted by SETdude on 2003-02-03, 09:49:19 (65.198.222.78)
Bambi B. is a female and is quite familiar with ARC gear. .......
159: RE: The SP-10 is my new project ... (6.28)
Posted by David S. on 2009-12-29, 14:46:05 (74.163.81.47)
A VERY worthy and intersting candidate - I certainly hope you will publish your exploits with the SP-10 here or elsewhere! .......
160: Re: ARC Pre-amps (6.28)
Posted by Phil Tower on 2002-10-31, 23:56:39 (66.166.141.18)
I agree with the comments below favoring the SP-10 over the SP-11. I bought an SP-10 and the day it arrived, ARC announced the SP-11. I was upset and called the dealer to complain that he hadn't told .......
161: Tubes for Audio Research SP 10 Phono Stage (6.28)
Posted by Sea Monster on 2006-03-27, 09:18:14 (219.131.253.222)
I recently bought an ARC SP 10 MKII. The previous owner does not use the phono stage while the reason I bought this preamp is because I have two turntables. Can anyone suggest the brand of tubes/combi .......
162: Audio Research SP14 vs. SP16 preamps (6.27)
Posted by DanK on 2005-04-10, 19:25:47 (67.20.233.135)
I have a chance to get an Audio Research SP-14 preamp, which sounded good in my system when I tried it a few years back. But then I started thinking maybe I should spend more and get the newer SP-16. .......
163: Outdone by more recent units (6.25)
Posted by Drew on 2005-07-04, 12:05:35 (24.34.91.176)
I owned an SP-6B and found the background noise floor too high. It also had flabby bass control and a high end rolloff. I replaced tubes but it still was not outstanding. I replaced it with the SP-14 .......
164: Audio Research SP14 vs. SP16 preamps (6.25)
Posted by DanK on 2005-04-10, 19:25:47 (67.20.233.135)
I have a chance to get an Audio Research SP-14 preamp, which sounded good in my system when I tried it a few years back. But then I started thinking maybe I should spend more and get the newer SP-16. .......
165: Re: ARC Sp-8 mark-1 or mark-2? (6.25)
Posted by toons on 2003-04-01, 10:11:12 (198.103.162.158)
You may want to do a search on the tubes forum. If I recall correctly, the SP-8 was built around the time ARC was switching over from using the alphabet to denote newer versions of its products to th .......
166: You Might Not Like To Hear This.... But... (6.25)
Posted by ka7niq on 2004-01-11, 06:13:41 (4.3.101.193)
I would try and get hold of Bruce Moore, he redid my Sp 6A for me years ago. BTW, I have owned both SP 6 A and SP 6 B over the years, and the modded 6A. The Bruce Moore Modified 6A was the best of the .......
167: RE: Go for an SP6-B... (6.24)
Posted by goldenthal on 2015-02-16, 13:01:14 (70.53.126.157)
SP-6B is the very best pre-amp (other than my own highly modified Mc C-22) I have ever heard in my own home and system. Of course, if you need tone controls, SP-3 . . . . Jeremy .......
168: RE: pre amp help (6.23)
Posted by plantsman on 2009-04-28, 11:22:35 (70.105.232.178)
You might be able to find an ARC SP-8 (Rev. 4 or later) for close to $800, certainly under $1K. A late (C-1 or E) SP-6 is also nice. I don't like the SP-9 quite as well but a SP-9 III is still a fine .......
169: ARC SP-6A Mod Suggestions (6.22)
Posted by Taheeto on 2004-01-08, 14:40:02 (209.240.205.63)
I have a ARC SP-6A that is basically bone stock except for the volume pot and some internal wiring rework as well as gold rca plugs on the back. I recently auditoned a AVA Transendence 6 and noticed m .......
170: RE: ARC SP-3A-1 Preamp Factory Upgrade (6.21)
Posted by Door Nail on 2007-12-09, 15:12:45 (162.84.187.167)
My system has evolved into a quadamp system but when I first got the SP-3 and during the time I had the 3C mod done, I was using a D-76A. The SP-3A-1 and the D-76A work very well together. I've never .......
171: Re: Phono section of ARC SP-8 vs. SP-10 (6.21)
Posted by nerwbee on 2003-02-03, 08:58:24 (216.119.9.156)
this has been discussed on the "tubes" asylum a lot. You might want to use the search feature. One member has both pre amps. His monicker is Bambi. .......
172: Well... (6.18)
Posted by Jim Smith on 2009-09-28, 10:07:36 (76.97.143.57)
We actually had visions of converting to SS. We had run out of SP-3-a-1s, D-76As, and D-150s, including even some parts. We thought the SP-4 and D-100 would render them obsolete. LOL (now, but not .......
173: SP-10 (6.18)
Posted by Bambi B on 2005-08-25, 17:25:41 (72.129.64.11)
praxis, I think ARC did get off track immediately after the SP-10 era. Three of the four ARC pieces I have are from what I think of as the high point of Audio Research sound- The SP-8, SP-10, and D-11 .......
174: Go with the SP-11... (6.17)
Posted by kootenay on 2016-12-15, 12:30:02 (68.145.61.43)
instead they sounds the same in the midrange it just that the SP-11 has more convincing inner details and much better on the bottom end response. Or if you can afford it go with the Ref1 as it bettere .......
175: Audio Research SP-6C...?????? (6.17)
Posted by aaron1608 on 2003-11-01, 15:59:45 (24.156.73.232)
Did somebody know how is SP-6C ??? Also ,what's the differnce between 6A/6B/6C/6E ???? thanks to all .......
176: Best Phono Preamp Topology (6.17)
Posted by lugnut1 on 2015-12-10, 05:51:58 (70.114.246.103)
Solid State, Tube, LCR, LR, Hybrid. Assuming good circuit execution. Is one way superior to all others, or just a matter of personal taste? Does any particular method lend itself to DIY construction? .......
177: 6L6GC and 5881 in SP10: Good to know (6.16)
Posted by Bambi B on 2006-03-27, 14:54:43 (64.149.234.42)
Chuck Y, Interesting again. My SP-10 is from 1987- a "MKII" -perhaps the PS regulators went from 6L6GC to 5881 for "MKII". Actually, while I know a few things about the SP-10, one thing I don't know i .......
178: RE: Rogue Sixty-Six or conrad-johnson PV-12 ???? (6.16)
Posted by plantsman on 2009-02-28, 08:23:28 (70.105.232.178)
You should be able to find an ARC SP-8 for not too much more than $1K, look for Rev. 4 or later although ARC will still update earlier versions. Personally, I would rather have that than either the Ro .......
179: ARC SP-14 VS ARC Sp-9 MKII (6.16)
Posted by donc55@gmail.com on 2008-04-20, 16:16:15 (97.116.29.74)
Could anyone who is familiar with both these preamps contrast the sound of the phono sections when used with various NOS tubes? .......
180: RE: Audio Research Preamp preference ranking (6.14)
Posted by FrankC on 2012-09-17, 01:18:56 (108.233.126.68)
The LS-5 had a big following for a long time. There were like 3 iterations of this model. Not sure if it had a remote or not, but I believe balanced connections only. Until the Reference 1 came out, I .......
181: Not All Equipment Is Created Equal (6.12)
Posted by Karma16 on 2009-01-19, 15:50:42 (65.19.26.204)
HI John, Maybe you should buy better used equipment. My SP-11 preamp is in original condition except tubes and works perfectly. Never had a problem which is typical of Audio Research equipment. The tu .......
182: You're so right. Try here. (6.12)
Posted by jeffreybehr on 2016-03-06, 22:12:21 (70.162.169.147)
. .......
183: Godz: Check out the Norh SE9 review @ the TNT website... (6.12)
Posted by DeKay on 2003-08-28, 21:14:47 (198.81.26.9)
Single ended EL34 based, tube rectified design for $400 delivered and it's an integrated. Figure that you probably have some spare EL34's on hand (the other tubes are 5ar4 and 12ax7). SE would be a ni .......
184: RE: Actually... (6.11)
Posted by kentaja on 2021-08-05, 14:47:34 (136.35.184.24)
Hybrids after the SP-11 take a similar approach but they aren't as complex. ARC probably determined this type of approach was not required to get the sonic results they desired. The SP-11 is unique am .......
185: When the Audio Research SP-6 was introduced (6.11)
Posted by E-Stat on 2004-12-20, 18:37:49 (24.99.71.139)
in the late 70s, it developed a bad reputation for taking out downstream components for that very reason. It had a much stiffer power supply than the 3 series and was very grumpy when it first woke up .......
186: ARC SP-16 versus Musical Fidelity A-308 Integrated (6.11)
Posted by GregC on 2003-11-21, 20:00:43 (64.170.13.183)
I am wondering if anyone has compared the ARC SP-16 to the Musical Fidelity A-308 Integrated? I am curious if the SP-16 is quiet, especially when using the HT pass through? Does it have a full range s .......
187: Here's some info )) Re: Audio Research Preamps (6.10)
Posted by ruffscruff on 2004-08-26, 16:35:42 (64.12.116.9)
There are so many models, before anyone can make suggestions, you need to tell more about what you want. Do you want phono section? Line pre only? Tone controls? Older or newer? All tubes? Hybrid? Sol .......
188: RE: Vintage pre choices (6.09)
Posted by dgaapc7 on 2020-06-28, 12:09:43 (67.211.129.210)
I have owned CJ PV's 1,5,8,and 9. Sorry, I have no experience with any other CJ pre-amps. (The CJ-8 was my pre-amp for about 13 years. The PV-9 is my current unit.) I sold the PV-8 and replaced it wit .......
189: bryston upgrade (6.09)
Posted by afflicted on 2006-05-03, 07:48:40 (68.42.126.252)
Anyone upgrade their Bryston sp 1.7 to the sp 2? Wondering about any improvement on the audio side. .......
190: I my opiniion... (6.08)
Posted by Allen Wright on 2009-12-29, 04:17:31 (87.245.73.97)
...you are walking in dangerous ground. The opamps in the SP-10 are NOT in the signal path, but in the powersupply. Hence any effects from changing then will be seconary & minimal. BUT, you stand a go .......
191: Re: Tubes for Audio Research SP 10 Phono Stage (6.07)
Posted by no0sand1s on 2006-03-27, 10:53:42 (71.1.201.136)
I'm in the same boat. Just bought an old Arc SP-10. Bambi's treatise on retubing it is linked below. I haven't upgraded yet because I am waiting to get used to the existing sound. Best Paul ::: TOPIC .......
192: RE: I own a ARC SP-15 which is pretty much the same pair of volume devices. and... (6.06)
Posted by SchoolOfRock on 2018-03-10, 16:37:32 (24.114.98.136)
Hi, Wow, good to hear. I have seen the review below but it didn't mention this. Thanks for the info. What do you run your sp 15 with? Thanks again. .......
193: ? Would you tell your dealer if: (an Ann Landers sort of ???) (6.06)
Posted by Elizabeth on 2009-02-06, 13:14:44 (98.100.198.100)
I bought in Jan 2009 an Audio Research SP-10. I bought it because I am suffering from "Audiolust" bad. Then I (still audio insane) buy an Audio Research SP-15 from THAT PLACE. (we all know where the c .......
194: It's a.... (6.05)
Posted by Awe-d-o-file on 2007-01-18, 09:38:25 (71.176.132.140)
fairly lateral move. Tweaking your SP-9 is cheaper like I said before. Of course if you can get it on loan, try it for yourself. It's not hard to make your SP-9 accept power cables. Just buy a chasis .......
195: RE: Rogue Audio Metis preamp (6.04)
Posted by mbnx01 on 2014-09-30, 16:58:29 (98.145.163.72)
SP-17, factory sealed box from a dealer that had retired. A good score. I would think an SP-16 could be had for your asking price. The remote on these is really nice - 100 steps. .......
196: Re: ARC SP-6A Mod Suggestions (6.04)
Posted by Brad V on 2004-01-09, 20:56:47 (208.61.80.8)
Kevin Carter from K&KAudio upgraded my SP-6A. He replaced all the power supply and coupling caps. He also added a step up transformer to it, to handle my low output cartridge. There were other changes .......
197: some input >> Re: ARC sp3 update Bambi would you comment please? (6.04)
Posted by ruffscruff on 2003-02-14, 11:05:05 (152.163.197.214)
I agree with Bambi and offer a little different twist on things. You might want to stick with the SP series because they have phono sections. I've not heard the SP-3C, but it is listed at the ARC site .......
198: ARC sp-11 Mute Question (6.03)
Posted by Robg on 2006-05-11, 05:45:37 (65.60.133.153)
Hello to all, I have a question regarding the mute switch on the ARC sp-11. When I turn the preamp on, the mute light blinks and after a period of 20 seconds, the blinking stops but the mute light rem .......
199: Denon POA 3000Z (6.03)
Posted by rmrfixer1 on 2006-05-21, 03:23:53 (67.175.179.37)
Just picked 1 up,any 1 have any comments on this piece.specs look pretty good although i noticed it doesnt say it will take a 4 ohm load just states specs at 6 and 8 thats what an internet search turn .......
200: ARC SP-5 vs other pre-amps (6.03)
Posted by Janusz on 2003-04-01, 15:12:40 (80.51.244.40)
I recently connected Audio Research SP-5 to drive power section of Audiolab 8000A connected to my 2.5 clones. I like the sound much better now - I was surprised about how much difference a pre-amp cou .......
Found 1 records in Book Boulevard.
1: Re: How about when we were very young ... (5.44)
Posted by evl bnkr on 2004-10-10, 08:47:48 (162.84.230.56)
Dr. DooLittle (Sp???) .......
Found 200 records in Cable Asylum.
1: RE: optical vs sp/dif (8.74)
Posted by gbclowes on 2012-03-27, 13:28:05 (97.97.147.62)
mhardyman, Wow that is an amazing response! Thank you, you have cleared it right up for me. I am getting great sound right now from sp/dif-sp/dif. Thanks again, Geoff .......
2: optical vs sp/dif (8.74)
Posted by gbclowes on 2012-03-27, 11:38:02 (97.97.147.62)
I need to connect my Wadia itransport to my Onkyo receiver. My digital choice seems to be sp/dif to sp/dif or would it be better to connect RCA to an sp/dif to Toslink convertor and run Toslink from c .......
3: RE: optical vs sp/dif (8.45)
Posted by mhardyman on 2012-03-27, 12:28:38 (75.68.18.240)
Don't add to the chain unless absolutely necessary! sp/dif to sp/dif at this point is the simplest as you are merely passing on the digital to the Onkyo which would be doing the DAC duties with its ow .......
4: SP-9003Ag is not rectangular conductor like SP-9001Ag (8.34)
Posted by Jon L on 2024-01-21, 11:21:32 (162.119.232.52)
I should really directly A-B compare the two versions of balanced interconnects, but because the SP-9001Ag balanced cable sounds 1000% perfect in my system, I don't feel like making any changes wha .......
5: RE: Morrow cables (8.30)
Posted by Hiendmuse on 2012-07-11, 04:06:59 (69.124.148.184)
I agree! Morrow cables are below the radar, and offer superb performance. I started with the SP-3's and MA-3's, traded up to the SP-4's and MA-4's, and currently own the SP-6's and MA-6's Grand Refere .......
6: Help for a speaker wire novice (8.13)
Posted by davidw on 2000-03-11, 19:19:37 (24.93.111.50)
I had my home pre-wired and I am getting conflicting messages as to whether or not they used good enough cable. My system should arrive soon and if I need to re-wire, I have to do it fast. HT/music sy .......
7: RE: Which speaker cables ? (7.98)
Posted by mtrot on 2013-02-07, 17:57:00 (74.194.169.33)
I'd try a set of Morrow Audio SP-4 speaker cables with the nude terminations. I can't believe how clear and sweet my SP-2s sound. I want to try a set of SP-4 in the near future. I am also interested i .......
8: RE: Xangsane SP-9003Ag (balanced configuration) (7.92)
Posted by ABliss on 2024-01-20, 18:14:34 (99.177.204.36)
Maybe you should use the Sp-9001Ag instead. Would be much less complicated. .......
9: RE: Tube Amp Speaker Cable Recommendation (7.81)
Posted by mrjdub33@aol.com on 2010-04-04, 02:09:21 (98.197.222.128)
Try a pair of Morrow audio SP-3 or Sp-4 60 day trail, I hear they are great on both SS and tube gear, I use SS with a 14 ft pair of bi-wire SP-3 They are very musical and breath real life into your mu .......
10: limited use (7.81)
Posted by Joe Murphy Jr on 2010-09-21, 07:20:47 (24.179.58.245)
Unless you use this system with a soundcard having a 6-channel output, you won't get surround sound. There also seems to be different versions of the sub/amp, because I saw one diagram with inputs on .......
11: RE: SP-9003Ag is not rectangular conductor like SP-9001Ag (7.63)
Posted by Jon L on 2024-01-21, 15:09:06 (76.87.201.57)
Differences? I expect 9003 will have more bass and overall richer sound but perhaps not the last Nth degree of extreme air and delicateness? .......
12: RE: SP-9003Ag is not rectangular conductor like SP-9001Ag (7.30)
Posted by Tangram on 2024-01-22, 14:20:57 (90.216.111.18)
No that's incorrect, I have never had prebuilt ones, I bought the Xangsane 9003 direct from them and followed their instructions when I asked them for connection details As mentioned above. ::: TOPIC: .......
13: RE: optical vs sp/dif (7.30)
Posted by gbclowes on 2012-03-27, 12:46:06 (97.97.147.62)
mhardyman, Thanks for the reply! I am now connected using sp/dif-sp/dif and it sounds great. Thank you for the input. I do have another question regarding something that you said in your reply. If the .......
14: Arrival of Xangsane SP-9001Ag IC's_Variant on their XS-6008Ag PC (7.23)
Posted by el34eh@yahoo.com on 2023-03-29, 09:24:34 (98.224.201.27)
Let the adventure continue..., as my pair of Xangsane SP-9001Ag IC's | an alternative version of their XS-6008Ag power cord arrived minutes ago. As I've come to believe these offer much better fide .......
15: RE: I suggest you try Morrow Audio Cables... (7.01)
Posted by Hiendmuse on 2009-12-09, 09:06:23 (173.2.106.158)
I am using Morrow SP-4 speaker cables, which Mike Morrow burned in. I tried the SP-3, which was excellent, and recently traded them in for the SP-4's. Morrow speaker cables are superior in portraying .......
16: Re: CAT5 SP/DIF Cable (6.93)
Posted by audioengr on 2001-10-26, 11:08:33 (134.134.248.26)
To use the PT XLR input as it was intended, you will need a differential signal, consisting of a non-inverted and and inverted digital signal. This will give you the common-mode rejection that you are .......
17: RE: Xangsane SP-9003Ag (balanced configuration) (6.82)
Posted by ABliss on 2024-01-22, 16:56:48 (99.177.204.36)
Yeah, with the SP-9001AG you could twist the shield and add it to the ground at the source end. Not sure of the level of your DIY, but terminating a xlr connector is not quite as easy as a RCA, so ter .......
18: hey Bambi ... (6.81)
Posted by Thom on 2005-05-28, 11:11:28 (68.54.161.114)
good to see you're still around too! So you like the new AQs, that's good news. My old Emerald's are hanging in there, but hard to find these days. The prices are pretty good on the AQ KC so I may giv .......
19: RE: SP-9003Ag is not rectangular conductor like SP-9001Ag (6.81)
Posted by Fluter on 2024-01-22, 14:11:33 (97.84.248.181)
If I read your response correctly, you have changed the XLR's on pre-built 9003Ag balanced cables. Do you recall how they were wired at the connector exactly - and then re-terminated? If so, that may .......
20: Re: Bi-wire for Spendor SP 1/2 (6.75)
Posted by GEO on 2000-09-28, 13:56:03 (204.146.164.129)
After trying AP Oval 12, Nordost Blue Heaven, XLO Type 6, and HT Pro-11 on the SP 9/1s, I like the AP best and the XLO least. What amps are you using? With SS, the HT is probably fine. .......
21: Speaker cables for Spendor SP`1/2E's- (6.70)
Posted by Bob D on 2002-02-25, 20:33:50 (65.100.172.119)
I'm looking for a great set of cables for a pair of Spendor SP 1/2E's run on EL34's. (Reasonably priced works.) Thanks, Bob D .......
22: RE: SP-9003Ag is not rectangular conductor like SP-9001Ag (6.66)
Posted by Tangram on 2024-01-21, 12:40:07 (90.216.111.18)
That's what I experienced too, and then I tried the 9003 ! And now changed out the xlr as per your picture to Viborg gold then rhodium on phono to preamp and Viborg pure silver xlr from preamp to powe .......
23: CAT5 SP/DIF Cable (6.63)
Posted by Lynn on 2001-10-25, 19:23:43 (207.168.141.211)
Can a single run of CAT5 cable be used to build a 15' digital cable with SP/DIF on the source side and a balanced connector on the output side? As always, thanks in advance for the advice! ::: TOPIC:: .......
24: True balanced AudioResearchPH-2 to AR SP-15 RCA (6.50)
Posted by Elizabeth on 2009-03-11, 15:07:08 (98.100.198.100)
I own an Audio Research phono pre PH-2 which is a true balanced design through and through. I had an Adcom pre, (with a faux balanced input) but now use an Audio Research SP-15 (which is only single e .......
25: Re: Coax to RCA? (6.47)
Posted by Taco on 2001-01-02, 10:29:18 (63.46.65.186)
I don't know for sure, but can't you just solder an RCA onto the coax (like a normal IC)? Or is the signal totally different? Is that a single RCA jack for all signals, or are you going into 3 jacks ( .......
26: Re: Jumpers for Spendor SP 1/2s (6.43)
Posted by Gary L on 2001-01-29, 14:30:52 (205.133.7.36)
Right now, I have a single run of Acoustic Zen Satori on my SP 1/2. I'm using Analysis Plus jumpers to connect the LF/HF posts, and they work great. I think these are basically just a 6" length of Ova .......
27: RE: Xangsane SP-9003Ag (balanced configuration) (6.30)
Posted by old guy 42 on 2024-03-01, 13:10:02 (24.229.193.53)
Hi EL, Just received my 1/2 mater single ended version of the Zangsane SP-9003Ag. I placed it on my Frybaby 3 just now and I will burn it in for 8 days. I will then listen to it long term, maybe 1 .......
28: Powercords for Cary 805c amps (6.30)
Posted by shrink on 2001-05-05, 16:51:50 (216.181.87.193)
I will be purchasing the Cary 805c amps, and wonder if anyone has experience with which AC cords are synergistic with the amps. The rest of my system is all "tubed" as well. Thanks, Lr .......
29: Better Cable CD-->Int Amp (6.29)
Posted by wgb113 on 2001-12-06, 09:39:15 (64.56.42.121)
Wondering what you lot feel would be the better cable for my LR system- MIT Terminator 5 or AudioQuest Sidewinder? System: NAD C340 Cambridge Audio D300 B&W DM601 S2 Cheers! BillB .......
30: Well, the 'cable in question is DIY', so.... (6.20)
Posted by DD on 2003-03-28, 08:57:23 (64.169.88.8)
...it's kind of hard to get the opinions of others. :) What is noticeable is that I now have to increase the volume on my subwoofer to get it to match correctly with the LR speakers. Before, the sub w .......
31: SP 8 MCP 33 Phono Catridge Match (6.20)
Posted by anerol on 2007-04-19, 14:02:25 (83.78.54.143)
Hi Bambi B, I have seen a few postings of yours rearding Audio Research SP8/MCP 33 and SP 10. One question that intrigues me: What Phono Cartridge would you think would be a good match to run into an .......
32: RE: Xangsane vs "Odin 2" interconnect comparison (6.19)
Posted by el34eh@yahoo.com on 2023-03-09, 13:42:43 (98.224.201.27)
Jon L, Nice write up as usual | as one of the guys over on Head-Fi was kind enough to share a video last night of the Xangsane SP-9003Ag IC's. Lets just say what I heard in comparisons to some .......
33: Re: CAT5 SP/DIF Cable (6.08)
Posted by audioengr on 2001-10-26, 08:27:45 (134.134.248.28)
SP/DIF is a digital spec. Unless you have a Time-Domain-Reflectometer to measure the characteristic impedance, this will be difficult to build correctly. The cable should have 75 ohm char. impedance. .......
34: Re: Audioquest NRG 1, 1.5- which prong is hot/neutral? (6.08)
Posted by larryLR on 2006-01-30, 14:17:11 (68.153.189.59)
The boneheads at AQ acknowledge that it's impossible to tell without a volt meter. So, I'm off to use my voltmeter on the thing. You'd think that the morons could at least label each end of the thing .......
35: SIM Moon I5 - Spendor SP 1/2 - speaker cables? (6.07)
Posted by Scorpion on 2001-04-02, 20:07:40 (12.86.6.49)
SIM Moon I5 integrated amplifier ( 70 watts solid state ) – Neutral !!!! Spendor SP 1/2 speakers – The way GOD and the BBC intended speakers to sound. Speaker cables – what should I audition under $80 .......
36: Re: balanced vs single ended.Pros and cons wanted. (6.07)
Posted by audioengr on 2001-11-30, 12:54:29 (134.134.248.26)
Todd - A agree with your list, except that the bandwidth and impedance conclusions make some assumptions that are not necessarily true. Just because it is balanced, the bandwidth is not smaller due to .......
37: speaker cables for Eggleston Andra 11's (6.01)
Posted by lr on 2004-04-06, 06:11:44 (151.196.186.50)
Just purchased the Eggleston Andra 11's and they are fabulous. Looking for speaker cables that match well with them. I love midrange and vocals. Larry .......
38: Just like I thought. For slight amusement, read their Audiogon ad: (6.00)
Posted by carcass93 on 2015-01-21, 12:46:23 (208.47.202.254)
"The Ref4 SP is the result of a special purchase of Oyaide P-079 and Oyaide C-079 power connectors. These are some of the highest quality A/C plugs on the planet. They generally retail per pair for w .......
39: Re: Has anyone tried the Blue Circle spkr cable? (6.00)
Posted by Bob Neill on 2001-08-28, 06:30:58 (140.232.210.226)
I have heard it once, in Sound Asylum in Venice, CA, with an Accuphase cdp, Blue Circle electronics, and Spendor SP 1/2's and then SP 100's. The sound was absolutely captivating. I asked the owner a .......
40: RE: Subwoofer connections (5.99)
Posted by BRab on 2020-01-25, 12:18:19 (70.52.220.54)
You understood it correctly. So if there's no electrical difference, then the improvement I heard was illusory - not uncommon in this hobby! I think you also answered the other question I asked nearby .......
41: Re: expert opinions sought (5.98)
Posted by Jon Risch on 2002-01-16, 10:43:32 (209.215.72.211)
SP/DIF has an official limit of 50 feet, but there are mnay consumer products that will not reliably send an SP/DIF signal that far. Sometimes 30 feet is too far. This is not due to any inherent limit .......
42: Re: Shunyata Taipan or else (5.98)
Posted by lr on 2002-11-11, 07:45:40 (141.157.60.205)
Hi Thomas, I am currently using the Shunyata Anaconda VX with the BAT75SE. This is a terrific pc in my system, besting many others regardless of price. It has the virtues of analogue, but without losi .......
43: RE: have you comapred the iI2 X-60 Vs. Stereovox XV2 vs Illum D-60... (5.97)
Posted by PAR on 2007-11-11, 08:03:53 (80.176.73.121)
If your SP/DIF terminations are BNC then you may like to try Belden 1694A with Canare true 75ohm BNCs. I use some for word clock connection and it beats both Stereovox and D-60 (and Apogee Wyde Eye)in .......
44: RE: Sublime Acoustic. Problem was filter/slope (5.96)
Posted by KanedaK on 2023-03-10, 22:33:27 (178.51.78.34)
Ah yes, that is the culprit. I'v tried the usual "pro" 24dB LR filters for years with so-so results and I am now perfectly happy with 12dB / Oct, but yes it has to match one's system of course. And my .......
45: RE: optical vs sp/dif (5.91)
Posted by mhardyman on 2012-03-27, 13:18:18 (75.68.18.240)
No such thing as a dumb question... dumb answers, however, are endless... You are still using a DAC. In your case you have two. One in the Wadia and one in the Onkyo. Which one you use is another thin .......
46: Re: CAT5 SP/DIF Cable (5.90)
Posted by Lynn on 2001-10-26, 09:02:27 (63.166.236.3)
Hi, Thanks for the response. I am trying to interface a PC sound card (SBLIVE) on one side which has pins on the card for SP/DIF output and a ground, to a Perpetual Technologies P1A upsampler. The P .......
47: Q for Two TP's Twisted-Pair for SP and PW Cable (5.85)
Posted by Yoshinori Kadoya on 2002-08-06, 07:09:30 (61.22.53.194)
I want to make SP cable and AC Cable by 18AWG twisted-pair Cable. I think 18AWG is too thin. I make two calbes twisted-pair. Which method of conductor connection do you recommend A or B? Yoshinori Kad .......
48: compression driver wire size ? (5.79)
Posted by Norman Bates on 2010-02-11, 21:11:58 (205.175.225.5)
Hiya. I'm not often here but was wondering......... I have a Bi-amped system using a nakamichi ta2 as an amplifier. It drives an ev dh7 on an ev hr90 horn. Active crossover 24db LR @ 1khz. What do you .......
49: Uh...wait a minute.... (5.65)
Posted by Roscoe East on 2006-11-29, 13:39:43 (209.21.98.216)
on November 28, 2006 at 10:21:37 Duster wrote: >>The design criteria for a 75 Ohm video cable and a 75 Ohm SP/DIF digital cable is essentially the same ... I would instead select another cable that's .......
50: I Finally Drank the Audio Note Kool-Aid (5.64)
Posted by richard hickey on 2009-11-01, 16:11:04 (99.29.1.28)
Well. I finally did it. I drank the Audio Note Kool-Aid and purchased a pair of the SP-e speaker cables. The Acoustic Zen Hologram II that I was using are no slouch. I really enjoyed them and Mr. Lee .......
51: Re: Is It Glass? (5.60)
Posted by The Killer Piglet on 2002-11-27, 17:55:59 (66.21.193.183)
You can get Wireworld for $100 and Sound Professional for about $50, for glass. These are cheap in the world of cable. Todd has a review of the SP glass cable (see link). My experience with the Wirewo .......
52: best price excluding shipping 90 euro's for 4 (5.57)
Posted by chris_w on 2004-04-24, 07:01:11 (84.66.127.43)
at http://translate.google.com/translate?hl=en&sl=de&u=http://www.hifi-regler.de/special/wbt_nextgen.php&prev=/search?q=wbt+nextgen&hl=en&lr=&ie=UTF-8&oe=UTF-8&sa=G .......
53: Some solutions... (5.55)
Posted by Nemo on 2000-02-28, 15:59:08 (24.201.101.189)
For US$45: http://208.149.133.207/optsol.html and http://www.audioauthority.com/dacht.html Another one feature-packed: http://www.hoontech.com/product/digitalaudioboxes/CO2000.htm More expensive: http .......
54: Uh...okay.... (5.46)
Posted by Duster on 2006-11-29, 15:46:31 (71.197.252.118)
I said essentially the same (essentially = basically). Here's an example of two 75 Ohm cables made by Cardas: IME, the original Cardas Lightning Digital cable is excellent for both SP/DIF digital and .......
55: RE: Randall Research Cables (5.44)
Posted by Hap on 2012-07-08, 09:57:14 (98.150.240.11)
I also still have a pair of Randall Research SP's somewhere! Think they were produced during the 80's and maybe into the 90's. Small independent company. Believe their most popular speaker wire came i .......
56: RE: Initial impression of Morrow MA3 ICs (5.43)
Posted by Hiendmuse on 2011-07-15, 03:56:10 (67.81.8.183)
I started with the Morrow MA3 interconnects and SP3 speaker cables, eventually traded up to the MA4's and SP'4, and made the plunge on Mike Morrow's trade-up offer to the MA6's, SP-6's, and PH'6 phono .......
57: Re: Dumb Newbie ? on digital cable from cdp to DAC a DI/O (5.42)
Posted by audioengr on 2001-10-06, 18:26:56 (199.26.172.78)
You will need a single digital (SP/DIF) cable from your CD transport to your DAC. All channels are encoded in the single digital stream. Is an ART DI/O a DAC (Digital to Analog Converter)? If so, then .......
58: Re: 8 foot digital cable. (5.41)
Posted by Jon Risch on 2005-03-03, 20:39:53 (68.222.83.130)
You say AES to AES, this is 100 ohm twisted pair. If you meant SP/DIF, that would be 75 ohm coax. If it really is AES, consider Belden 89207, the only possible problem would be the tight bend of 3" ra .......
59: RE: Viborg Audio Speaker Cables - VS901 and SP/1 (5.41)
Posted by Duster on 2020-01-12, 08:58:56 (73.19.55.31)
I find Viborg to be one of the few Chinese cable/connector manufacturers that offer respectable lower-cost level products. The SP/1 features silver plated copper conductors, so I would advise against .......
60: RE: Which size spade for standard binding posts (Rotel, B&W)? (5.41)
Posted by wirewizard on 2009-09-27, 10:40:37 (99.155.95.225)
DH- Labs has a very good gold plated pure copper spade. Besides being pure copper, it is a stepped spade and will fit both 1/4" and 5/16" binding posts. That way if you ever change amp or speakers, .......
61: Pure silver DIY headphone cable (5.39)
Posted by Jon L on 2023-03-19, 18:50:12 (76.87.201.57)
Using Xangsane SP-9003Ag which contains 4 round silver wires. Some Observations. This cable does not seem to be star-quad in geometry, as there is one pair of conductors twisted together and anoth .......
62: some equipment does sound worse after break in (5.39)
Posted by Salectric on 2017-12-07, 06:54:04 (98.211.79.145)
Two examples are the ARC SP-9 (original version) and ARC PH-1 phono preamp. I bought the SP-9 based on all the hype and reviews (always risky) and discovered that it sounded great....for a week or two .......
63: Re: Digital Coax Cable Length (5.38)
Posted by NickR on 2002-01-09, 14:07:04 (24.185.146.19)
One of us has a serious reality problem. This depends on the speed of the drive and the speed of the DAC clock. Data arrives via SP/DIF at a fixed rate. In the standard configuration there is no buffe .......
64: Audience adeptResponse power cond. anyone heard? (5.33)
Posted by larryLR on 2005-07-05, 22:46:02 (216.189.190.37)
Hi all- Still like my old Shunyata Hydra. You know, the 6-outlet deal. On mine, the input cord is Virtual Dynamics Nite II w/NEMA twist-lock connector and I use a solid copper slug instead of a fuse. .......
65: RE: Xangsane XS-6008Ag - XS-950 - Grey Knight GK-6008Ag Power Cords (5.17)
Posted by el34eh@yahoo.com on 2023-05-02, 10:15:34 (98.224.201.27)
Very valid point Tangram, Yet some felt since the 9001Ag offers square conductors, it should've sounded better versus the older technology of rounded conductors. All I can add is my SP-9001Ag IC's .......
66: Anti-IC's vs BetterCables (5.10)
Posted by danlaudionut on 2007-04-11, 10:29:03 (152.163.101.12)
Looking to replace my "subwoofer" cable but it really is a woofer cable because the crossover is 2nd order LR at ~180Hz. So I would need it to have a good midrange too. I have 2 1M Harmonic Technology .......
67: Re: "And I have never heard an AR preamp I liked for what it is worth." (5.09)
Posted by Bombaywalla on 2005-07-11, 08:41:29 (63.166.216.16)
Indeed! I've suffered such a fate so I know 1st-hand!! LOL! on a more serious note (mostly to Bixby): some of the SP series preamps from the late 1970s & early 1980s are very, very good indeed esp. wh .......
68: Re: Where to service an old hafler? (5.08)
Posted by kweeb on 2001-03-05, 13:14:56 (24.91.88.75)
forgidaboutit! (sp.) .......
69: RE: subwoofer interconnect for my Rythmik F12SE (5.08)
Posted by spoutjack on 2016-10-08, 20:28:30 (24.0.188.95)
Thanks Duster. I use the Hegel H160 integrated amp. It has one LR line out(Variable) and then I want to feed it to the amp on sub but then al the sub woofer interconnects I see are single shielded cab .......
70: Analysis plus (5.05)
Posted by mingus on 2000-05-31, 15:52:45 (12.90.16.100)
I thought the same as Kenny, but when I tried the Cardas cross it added to much grain to the mid's, right where you want the warmth to be! And with those 2.9's you'll hear it. I ended up with Nordost .......
71: no idea (5.04)
Posted by audioengr on 2001-12-31, 09:36:27 (143.182.246.21)
why they would mark two SP/DIF outputs this way. .......
72: Re: WBT Silver NextGen and Eichmann Silver bullet (5.03)
Posted by Bombaywalla on 2005-07-10, 17:28:09 (63.166.216.16)
>>One minor quirk is on vocal pieces where the singer is increasing in volume as the notes change, the image seems to spread out >>slightly from a localized area to cover more of the soundstage. Bloom .......
73: RE: Xangsane SP-9003Ag (balanced configuration) (5.02)
Posted by el34eh@yahoo.com on 2024-01-22, 10:41:30 (98.224.201.27)
Or simply purchase them ready made: Just found this amazing item on AliExpress. Check it out! $112.00 20ï¼… Off | Xangsane high fidelity 6N pure silver xlr cable carbon fiber fidelity pure plug ampli .......
74: Answers (5.00)
Posted by audioengr on 2003-01-19, 18:38:37 (199.26.172.78)
I read that audio interconnects should be 50ohm? No, generaly 50 ohms is used for test equipment and some RF feeds. I also read that video interconnects should be 75ohm? Yes, 75 ohms matches the imped .......
75: You still need ICs and Sp Cables. nt (4.99)
Posted by oldmkvi on 2013-11-29, 10:15:42 (108.220.54.45)
/ .......
76: RE: ClearDay Cables or Acoustic Zen (4.97)
Posted by dbphd on 2012-12-04, 10:08:33 (98.182.17.132)
Know nothing about AZ, but I replaced a pair of old internally biwired AQ cables with a pair of Clear Day double shotguns in what's been called a true biwire connection. I tend to be a skeptic about t .......
77: Re: This should work (4.95)
Posted by john curl on 2002-07-30, 14:58:01 (63.17.90.59)
That ought to scare the hell out of him! ;-) ;-) ;-) Please note emoticons (sp?) .......
78: RE: Morrow Audio Cables (4.92)
Posted by Hiendmuse on 2009-11-09, 18:29:48 (67.81.8.183)
I just ordered SP-4's. How do you like them? What were you using before? Thanks. .......
79: Re: Glass Toslink cores (4.92)
Posted by mt10425 on 2004-04-19, 05:42:03 (66.109.153.108)
I have compared the Sound Prof. with Monster Interlink 2000, Vampire wire Van Den Hul Opticoupler. The SP provided more detail then either Monster or the VW but the plastic end disintegrated in connec .......
80: Re: Q for Two TP's Twisted-Pair for SP and PW Cable (4.92)
Posted by Yoshinori Kadoya on 2002-08-06, 11:28:15 (61.22.53.194)
I understand. Thank you. .......
81: Re: What if I use a 75 ohm digital coax cable... (4.88)
Posted by Duster on 2006-11-28, 10:21:37 (71.197.252.118)
The design criteria for a 75 Ohm video cable and a 75 Ohm SP/DIF digital cable is essentially the same (so, "it will work"), but not all video cables sound good/great when used as a digital cable. The .......
82: Re: Jumpers for Spendor SP 1/2s (4.85)
Posted by tiser on 2001-01-29, 21:22:04 (208.33.57.1)
Bingo! Thanks. This is exactly what I was looking for -- something of high quality but simple & cheap. .......
83: RE: Happy with the Furutech SP-15A... (4.83)
Posted by sudz1234@yahoo.com on 2013-02-01, 21:42:59 (66.133.203.194)
That's one of their less expensive ones. I'm sure it's still very good. .......
84: OK, point taken, I do sometimes move the sp farther apart, (4.83)
Posted by oldmkvi on 2017-04-07, 20:58:52 (108.220.52.9)
and so no extra stress on connections. Or is it further...? .......
85: RE: Xsangsane SP-9001Ag silver cable (4.83)
Posted by Tangram on 2022-12-31, 06:08:46 (81.170.38.157)
As you are going RCA, what are you going to do with the third conductor? .......
86: Please do not confuse loud treble with detail!!! (4.83)
Posted by salman74 on 2000-03-21, 06:52:07 (212.175.12.11)
I own an 8ft. pair of Blue Heaven Sp. cables... used them with Nordost Black Knight interconnects for two months+ here are my observations.. Pros: Greatly natural sounding(overall)cable Superb speed .......
87: SP/DIF for 30 feet, AES/EBU for longer runs? (4.82)
Posted by Bogdan on 2000-03-22, 00:22:12 (193.2.1.88)
Thanks Jon for your prompt reply. I would expect AES/EBU to be superior to SP/DIF for any digital connection not just for long runs. Howewer, as far as I know, the two standards are not compatible at .......
88: RE: No more Audioquest for me! (4.82)
Posted by bigshow on 2018-08-26, 11:08:45 (71.89.67.116)
I have Diamond USB and SP/DIF. Both sound great and are well made. .......
89: RE: Xangsane SP-9003Ag (balanced configuration) (4.78)
Posted by Tangram on 2024-01-22, 13:51:29 (90.216.111.18)
As Duster would have said " nice catch ". .......
90: RE: Xangsane SP-9003Ag (balanced configuration) (4.78)
Posted by ABliss on 2024-01-24, 13:43:09 (99.177.204.36)
I know, but the OP seems more interested in the 9001 now. .......
91: Anti-Cable by Paul Speltz...... (4.78)
Posted by Blue Bull on 2005-03-11, 11:35:56 (168.209.98.35)
Any opinions on these sp cables ?? Thanks Chris .......
92: RE: Viborg Audio Speaker Cables - VS901 and SP/1 (4.74)
Posted by erik on 2020-01-13, 17:06:16 (76.19.10.168)
Thanks Uwe, that's what I wanted to hear ;) .......
93: RE: Xangsane SP-9003Ag (balanced configuration) (4.74)
Posted by el34eh@yahoo.com on 2024-01-22, 14:39:16 (98.224.201.27)
Thanks Tangram | He certainly would've felt as such. .......
94: Re: Bi-wire for Spendor SP 1/2 (4.74)
Posted by Tiser on 2000-10-01, 12:03:45 (131.107.3.85)
Thanks for all the clues... I'll update the results of my listening when I round up some cables to listen to. .......
95: Anybody know what metal Kimber uses for their basic spades? (4.69)
Posted by Bosh on 2001-12-05, 13:01:19 (209.32.223.249)
It sure ain't gold. It can't be silver. And I think Cardas has the market cornered on rhodium (sp?). .......
96: According to VDH their 75 Ohm DigiCoupler... (4.69)
Posted by charlieboy11 on 2006-11-29, 19:38:47 (195.229.241.180)
...is good for both SP/DIF and video use. Shall check what Nordost have to say. Thanks .......
97: I used Cardas with good results. (4.69)
Posted by John Marks on 2013-05-18, 07:32:51 (108.34.252.108)
IIRC, Neutral Reference IC and SP. JM .......
98: RE: Xsangsane SP-9001Ag silver cable (4.69)
Posted by davem1 on 2023-01-06, 08:22:08 (98.233.97.142)
Thank you for responding. P.S. I have a question about horn drivers. Could I PM? .......
99: RE: Xsangsane SP-9001Ag silver cable (4.69)
Posted by Tangram on 2023-01-07, 06:04:27 (81.170.38.157)
The first thing I do is to replace the connectors with copper based ones. .......
100: RE: Xangsane SP-9003Ag (balanced configuration) (4.69)
Posted by Tangram on 2024-01-23, 14:49:29 (90.216.111.18)
But the title refers to the 9003 which I refer to, and we have been asked about. .......
101: Re: Exact Power EP-15A vs. Audiophile APS 1050 vs. PS Audio P-1000 ? (4.69)
Posted by hassel on 2005-03-21, 06:21:35 (82.142.181.197)
Rudiver, I recommend more reading before you give up on the Exact Power. I run a 230-volt-version of the Exact Power combo of the EP-15 and SP-15 with my Scheu Premier turntable, Audionet Art V-2 as C .......
102: Re: Bi-wire for Spendor SP 1/2? Yes! (4.67)
Posted by Tiser on 2000-10-04, 08:36:28 (131.107.3.85)
Thanks for the info. The APs seem to get a lot of mentions for the Spendors. How would you characterize their contribution to the sound? I take it you're running two sets of wire for the bi-wire -- wh .......
103: I second that suggestion. (4.65)
Posted by Blue Bull on 2005-06-10, 20:19:35 (168.209.98.35)
Anti-cables replaced the Audience Au 24 sp cable in my system. .......
104: If you want a SP Dif, or FW digital, I would strongly recommend Synergistic Research charged cables. nt (4.65)
Posted by Norm on 2012-09-08, 15:21:04 (204.133.178.218)
a .......
105: RE: Happy with the Furutech SP-15A... (4.65)
Posted by RickeyM on 2013-02-03, 05:50:26 (66.233.67.17)
I have this outlet mated with some copper plated A/C plugs and the combo is quite nice. .......
106: i think the 4 pole Switchcraft (4.65)
Posted by Penguin on 2015-05-13, 13:49:52 (73.201.43.31)
on my Technics SP-10 PSU is failing. It is probably 30 years old. So i am going to replace it. dee ;-D .......
107: RE: Viborg Audio Speaker Cables - VS901 and SP/1 (4.65)
Posted by uwe on 2020-01-13, 13:34:13 (81.241.3.140)
Not bright at all. Ever so slightly on the warmer side of neutral. .......
108: RE: Just built a pair of those Chinese Xangsane SP 9001AG interconnects.. (4.65)
Posted by Tangram on 2023-02-18, 03:02:13 (81.170.38.157)
Silver shield connected at source ? What does this mean. Thank you. .......
109: RE: Xangsane SP-9003Ag IC's l XS-1102Ag USB Cable In-House (4.65)
Posted by Dantheman on 2023-03-21, 06:27:18 (24.79.239.123)
Hi Oscar, These were I have ordered. .......
110: Very informative responses.....I think I want to try something different than Nordost tho.... (4.65)
Posted by WoodyWW on 2006-09-05, 11:36:49 (209.6.251.190)
Not to bash Nordost at all, but I like lancelot's suggestion of Cardas Golden Cross or DH Labs Air Matrix (probably because I've always wanted to try the expensive Cardas models). Interesting that you .......
111: Re: Why...... (4.61)
Posted by alan m. kafton on 2002-09-08, 18:58:32 (24.221.101.222)
......do you consider $25 expensive, when those Bocchino's [sp?] you own cost more than $200 each? The HT banana, btw, looks well-built to my eye. .......
112: Re: Cooking CHeLA (4.60)
Posted by RadioWonder on 2006-05-09, 08:46:56 (12.72.119.245)
I just downloaded your Spendor SP 100 manual. (In PDF) It seems to have the wiring diagrams you are looking for. Good luck... .......
113: RE: Xsangsane SP-9001Ag silver cable (4.60)
Posted by Tangram on 2023-01-11, 11:40:32 (141.0.55.109)
Iam tempted, but I need 10 meters , so holding off at he moment .Thanks for the heads up. .......
114: Networking to your audio system (4.60)
Posted by audioengr on 2002-06-04, 12:28:29 (134.134.248.27)
Some Guy is right. The best solution to your problem is digital, but not SP/DIF. SP/DIF will have a ton of jitter after 50 feet and may actually drop bits too. A networked connection, either ethernet .......
115: anyone heard balanced power technology sp or power cables? (4.58)
Posted by soundquest on 2004-01-19, 16:02:41 (66.124.103.249)
appreciate thots. thx. .......
116: RE: Viborg Audio Speaker Cables - VS901 and SP/1 (4.58)
Posted by uwe on 2020-01-14, 09:23:10 (81.241.3.140)
The two cables are from the same cloth soundwise. .......
117: RE: Just built a pair of those Chinese Xangsane SP 9001AG interconnects.. (4.58)
Posted by ABliss on 2023-03-01, 14:42:50 (99.177.204.36)
I will do the interconnects for you, but not the usb. I have never done those. .......
118: Happy with the Furutech SP-15A... (4.58)
Posted by musetap on 2013-02-01, 21:12:48 (70.231.137.11)
considerable "improvement" or better sound all around over a stock outlet. That's as far as I've gone, have not done any other comparisons and don't plan to. .......
119: RE: Viborg Audio Speaker Cables - VS901 and SP/1 (4.56)
Posted by KanedaK on 2020-01-13, 09:54:23 (94.111.40.237)
Did you try the Choseal 5401 (?) OCC interconnect cable? that one looks very good and is so cheap! .......
120: RE: Xangsane SP-6008Ag SCs Coming Soon 2 A Theaters Near U (4.56)
Posted by el34eh@yahoo.com on 2023-06-12, 10:32:11 (98.224.201.27)
As I've noted, it seems it has to be cut and pasted, and sent via a email to oneself. .......
121: RE: Xangsane SP-9003Ag (balanced configuration) (4.56)
Posted by Mike B. on 2024-01-21, 11:09:02 (76.144.116.143)
I would select a red and white or two reds/two whites for the two phases and the other two for the ground (pin 1) .......
122: Re: Softball Question: RCA vs. XLR (4.56)
Posted by audioengr on 2001-10-05, 14:38:40 (134.134.248.26)
Okay, I understand bridges and Whetestone (SP?) bridges etc.. I think this is your analogy. I will still have to ponder this for a while when I have more time. .......
123: RE: Xangsane SP-6008Ag SCs Coming Soon 2 A Theaters Near U (4.55)
Posted by DrN on 2023-06-12, 08:58:43 (24.88.47.209)
Dead link, Icloud says pict not available .......
124: Re: Best powercord under $500? (4.55)
Posted by Johnnybravo on 2001-06-18, 16:51:26 (134.163.248.124)
greg, clearly you need to get in better touch with your more feminine side. and we'll only recognize your progress when you order those avante guard (sp?) trios in pepto pink. .......
125: Re: Semi Rigid 75 Ohm Microwave cable without steel center anyone....? (4.52)
Posted by audioengr on 2001-11-28, 08:51:55 (199.26.172.74)
Sorry - not familiar with hard-wall coax. You might try Trompeter elect. or Schleuniger (sp?). .......
126: Nothing really... (4.52)
Posted by clio09 on 2009-07-18, 20:31:49 (68.96.221.2)
I was auditioning 3 sets of speaker cables (for a long 16 ft. + run) and the SP-3's were right there sound wise, but in the end I preferred another cable. .......
127: RE: Canare Digiflex gold digital cable??? (4.52)
Posted by Tweaker456 on 2014-08-19, 13:38:19 (207.62.246.184)
Thanks, Would you say that the SP cable is free from brightness and glare?? Thanks, Tweaker .......
128: RE: REVIEW: AudioQuest Diamond Toslink Cable (4.52)
Posted by bigshow on 2019-01-17, 07:25:24 (71.89.67.116)
I have the Diamond SP/DIF and USB cables. So good. .......
129: Both are potentially a problem (4.52)
Posted by Jon Risch on 2005-11-20, 20:26:44 (68.222.71.33)
Neither format is designed to absolutely, reliably send a signal that far. For the analog, see: http://www.AudioAsylum.com/audio/tweaks/messages/1080.html about 1/4-1/3 of the way down the post. Analo .......
130: Viborg Audio Speaker Cables - VS901 and SP/1 (4.52)
Posted by erik on 2020-01-12, 06:02:47 (76.19.10.168)
Folks, need opinions on the cables above, if someone familiar with them, I'll appreciate the input. .......
131: RE: Viborg Audio Speaker Cables - VS901 and SP/1 (4.48)
Posted by KanedaK on 2020-01-13, 23:58:11 (94.111.40.237)
Those Choseal cables are even cheaper if bought directly from Aliexpress. .......
132: RE: Just built a pair of those Chinese Xangsane SP 9001AG interconnects.. (4.48)
Posted by ABliss on 2023-03-01, 18:53:37 (99.177.204.36)
Those RCAs are nice, they look the same as the ones I got. I have one set with no name, and one labeled Xangsane. .......
133: RE: Xangsane SP-9003Ag IC's l XS-1102Ag USB Cable In-House (4.48)
Posted by Tangram on 2023-03-19, 04:28:32 (81.170.38.157)
It will be interesting in the outcome between the two IC. .......
134: RE: Xsangsane SP-9001Ag silver cable (4.48)
Posted by davem1 on 2022-12-31, 12:28:03 (98.233.97.142)
KanedaK - Not to digress too much, did any of your friends have favorable results using this cable in an XLR version? .......
135: hey Thom.... (4.45)
Posted by Bambi B on 2005-05-28, 12:03:50 (70.93.131.209)
Thom, I should have made clear that the Audioquests came about from recommendation rather than experimentation. I was comparing them only to high end cables of 15-20 years ago. Until I tried them, I w .......
136: Re: is it better to use bare sp wire when possible? (4.45)
Posted by OceanRoar on 2003-06-27, 11:35:55 (208.0.20.2)
Bare wire seems like the best idea to me with silver cables. .......
137: Re: Jon Risch et. al.: braiding extremely long runs of CAT5... (4.44)
Posted by nanope on 2000-06-09, 11:52:35 (199.217.140.25)
Thanks! Sounds similar to the crochet (sp?) thread spools I've been using for the same kind of method. -- NN .......
138: Re: system (4.44)
Posted by keldasdad on 2006-11-30, 14:52:15 (70.246.72.68)
Since you posted on the Cable Asylum, I assume you are thinking changes in cables/ICs, but I would consider replacing the SP-9. This was not one of AR's best afforts, tending to the hard, edgy side. : .......
139: RE: Xsangsane SP-9001Ag silver cable (4.44)
Posted by KanedaK on 2022-12-27, 12:55:19 (94.109.33.146)
Yeah I noticed that too :) but in the end, what matters is the sound - and from what I gathered it sounds very, very good. At the price, it's also not a big risk! .......
140: RE: Xsangsane SP-9001Ag silver cable (4.44)
Posted by KanedaK on 2022-12-27, 21:15:03 (178.51.217.171)
Yeah I noticed that too :) but in the end, what matters is the sound - and from what I gathered it sounds very, very good. At the price, it's also not a big risk! .......
141: Thanks, I'll keep this in mind in my next sp cable upgrade ... (nt) (4.44)
Posted by machani on 2006-03-29, 18:31:30 (24.87.41.101)
nt ___________ C N Machani .......
142: RE: Morrow SP2 vs. Straight Wire Level 2 (4.42)
Posted by REO Fan on 2013-12-20, 09:31:00 (174.102.232.177)
I'm happy with my Morrow SP 4s. I recently installed Morrows throughout my main system: SP 4 speaker cables, MA 4 XLR interconnects, and MAP 4 power cables. Terrific soundstage with sound that is deta .......
143: You wasted a lot of typing on this guy.... (4.41)
Posted by mvwine on 2002-10-03, 09:31:24 (68.97.68.15)
ro-s, Fulton, or whoever he will be next week. He doesn't believe anything that can't be measured with an occiliscope (sp?), or a VOM. I don't think it's ever occurred to him to use his ears. I gave a .......
144: RE: best inexpensive speaker wire I've ever heard (4.40)
Posted by kana813 on 2013-10-29, 13:52:04 (67.49.159.4)
This stuff is also a great value: http://store.jaguaraudiodesign.com/nanotec-systems-sr-sp-speaer-cable-kit/ .......
145: RE: Xangsane SP-9003Ag (balanced configuration) (4.40)
Posted by Fluter on 2024-01-22, 14:07:40 (97.84.248.181)
Yeah, ideally one could realize a star-quad arrangement with those (4) wires, but I believe the foil shields around each pair would interfere with that plan. .......
146: XLR to RCA to XLR (4.40)
Posted by dbphd on 2012-05-26, 11:17:27 (184.187.177.4)
I want to try a KUBE (type of KEF equalizer) in a balanced system, but the KUBE has only RCA connections. When I inserted the KUBE with XLR to RCA and RCA to XLR connectors, my previously non-audible .......
147: Re: Help with DVD audio connections (4.39)
Posted by audioengr on 2002-09-21, 18:07:47 (199.26.172.70)
Are you certain that there is not a digital RCA output? It should be marked digital out or SP/DIF or PCM data etc.. I believe this is what will interface to your DIN connector. .......
148: Re: Question for Audioengr ........ (4.38)
Posted by john curl on 2002-08-27, 15:07:27 (63.17.90.210)
I used to be a real wire twister, but now I do less. Dr. VandenHul(sp) warned me that excessive twisting can stress the cable. I do it carefully now. Heck, I used to use an electric drill ! ::: TOPIC .......
149: RE: Viborg Audio Speaker Cables - VS901 and SP/1 (4.36)
Posted by erik on 2020-01-13, 10:52:36 (76.19.10.168)
Yup, the vp1501 is a fine power cord. What kind of sound the balanced cable has? Is it bright/neutral/warm? .......
150: RE: Xangsane SP-9003Ag IC's l XS-1102Ag USB Cable In-House (4.36)
Posted by el34eh@yahoo.com on 2023-03-21, 07:11:57 (98.224.201.27)
Hi Dan, Once again, thanks for sharing, and it seems I'll be following suit. Be well | Stay safe. O_o scar .......
151: RE: Chinese Valhalla SC vs Duelund (4.36)
Posted by KanedaK on 2023-10-25, 23:14:33 (178.51.214.236)
I also tried many of the "Odin" interconnects and I liked Tham a lot but I found that Xangsane SP-9001Ag to be vastly superior to my ears (and barely more expensive!) YMMV, of course .......
152: Re: 110 or 75 Ohm Digital Cables (4.36)
Posted by Mtnarcher1 on 2001-10-23, 21:04:03 (209.254.248.137)
Thanks. I looked at my manual for the SP-99 and it said 75 ohm. It also does not have XLR. Would a guy be better off using optical? .......
153: Re: CAT5 SP/DIF Cable (4.35)
Posted by audioengr on 2001-10-29, 18:14:23 (199.26.172.69)
This may work, but you will lose noise immunity. When the signal is not there, the noise on the line can switch the inputs. Better to set a higher voltage switching reference. .......
154: Tributaries SP 5F Speaker Cable ??? (4.35)
Posted by Ross on 2013-11-24, 11:54:56 (74.178.8.116)
Anyone familiar with this cable? Flatline sheath, supposedly silver plated. Thanks, Ross .......
155: RE: Powercords they really work ...even in vintage amps (4.33)
Posted by mondial on 2018-12-14, 01:00:59 (112.198.222.62)
Thank you fellow inmates for the reply at least my findings were confirmed . Probably I'll have my ARC SP 10 's power cord converted to an IEC 20amp connector as well . .......
156: RE: Xangsane SP-9003Ag (balanced configuration) (4.32)
Posted by ABliss on 2024-01-23, 13:15:27 (99.177.204.36)
The 9001 has three internal conductors, two solid silver and a stranded. So the stranded is already available for ground, so the shield doesn't need to be connected at both ends. .......
157: Re: Cable arrangements (4.31)
Posted by audioengr on 2002-12-10, 08:38:44 (199.26.172.71)
I would recommend trying the AES/EBU to see if it sounds better than the SP/DIF cable. Try all cables until you find the one that sounds best. You are looking for best detail and focus. .......
158: Audioquest/AudioTruth (4.30)
Posted by Bod on 2000-04-12, 13:39:06 (212.126.144.12)
why are some Audioquest products labeled Audiotruth? eg the Forest interconnect/sp. cables. is it just the hi-end stuff that's audiotruth? .......
159: RE: Xangsane SP-9003Ag IC's l XS-1102Ag USB Cable In-House (4.30)
Posted by Dantheman on 2023-04-03, 20:47:11 (24.79.239.123)
Hi Don, I am in the process of breaking these cables in, only had about 20 hours on them, the sound changes everyday, one thing is for sure that both has a big soundstage. .......
160: Re: a sonic story (4.28)
Posted by Lee44 on 2003-09-24, 07:33:04 (192.147.67.12)
My thinking is the monster cable exaggerates midrange and bass so much that it covered the treble +8 effect I heard with the SP-toslink. I have to know the cable is balanced sonically...I will look fo .......
161: RE: Xangsane SP-9003Ag IC's l XS-1102Ag USB Cable In-House (4.28)
Posted by el34eh@yahoo.com on 2023-03-20, 11:59:47 (98.224.201.27)
Dan, Might I ask, which two Xangsane based PCs are you looking into too?. Not trying to be nosy, just curious as it might help me decide upon which ones to investigate as well? .......
162: Shorter is better (4.28)
Posted by audioengr on 2002-01-23, 16:06:51 (134.134.248.27)
For SP/DIF cables, shorter is better, assuming that the cable has a 75 ohm Characteristic impedance. There should be less jitter induced. If the cable does not meet the specs, then anything can happen .......
163: Re: Thanks, I'll keep this in mind in my next sp cable upgrade ... (nt) (4.28)
Posted by Duster on 2006-03-29, 19:09:20 (24.17.157.133)
I can't say that it would be an upgrade vs. your Q-10 (I have not heard the Q-10), but as a low-cost option, the CinemaFlex is a goody :-) .......
164: RE: Viborg Audio Speaker Cables - VS901 and SP/1 (4.28)
Posted by erik on 2020-01-12, 10:30:11 (76.19.10.168)
Thanks Duster. I think Viborg is one of the best brands that comes from that region. They make plenty of stuff for famous manufacturers. A few months ago I bought by accident their VP1501 power .......
165: RE: Morrow Audio Cables (4.28)
Posted by RayBan on 2009-11-09, 14:10:14 (68.108.53.23)
I'm using Morrow SP-4's and had them cooked. The rest of the system now needs "burned in" a bit as I've just changed to Monitor Audio RS-8's and RSW12's. .......
166: VH Audio Pulsar Interconnect Cable (4.25)
Posted by Duster on 2005-07-27, 07:04:15 (24.17.158.236)
I'm glad to see that some folks have also found the cryo'd Pulsar wire terminated with Xhadow rca's to have great synergy. Another wonderful feature of the combo is a very authoritative bass presentat .......
167: RE: Just built a pair of those Chinese Xangsane SP 9001AG interconnects.. (4.25)
Posted by KanedaK on 2023-02-16, 23:03:09 (178.51.78.34)
Great! Let us know how it sounds. Mine are playing since around a month now and they sound marvelous, incredibly transparent and layered but without being thin, tipped up or sterile. How did you termi .......
168: Re: Jumpers for Spendor SP 1/2s (4.25)
Posted by GEO on 2001-01-30, 16:50:05 (63.93.240.2)
I own 9/1s. Get you a high quality Jumper. The Analysis plus isn't bad or you can get one from cards. It should not cost you an arm and a leg. I just sold my AP and HT jumpers. I went with all Wirewor .......
169: Speaker wire/interconnect recomendation ??? (4.24)
Posted by twitch54 on 2005-11-29, 07:13:53 (69.242.81.142)
Affordable recomendation to connect the following: AR SP-16L preamp to Rotel RB-1090 amp to Martin Logan Vantage speakers. Thanks !!! .......
170: Re: YBA Cristal IC: questions about its structure & function (4.24)
Posted by john curl on 2000-09-30, 18:31:32 (209.179.252.104)
Yves,(sp)(of YBA) is a lecturer and designs cables for the Mirage fighter plane, I'm pretty sure. He knows his cables. .......
171: RE: Xangsane SP-9003Ag (balanced configuration) (4.22)
Posted by Tangram on 2024-01-23, 05:29:46 (90.216.111.18)
Not just the source end, BOTH ENDS need to be connected ! Because it's acting as a main ground wire, since there is no separate ground wire supplied. .......
172: The Anti-IC's are something else (4.22)
Posted by mattcecil1@yahoo.com on 2006-10-08, 10:07:58 (24.148.84.158)
I have a set of his IC's w/bullett plugs and sent Paul some nice solder to use as well...quite cool getting interconnects of this quality for $150. i'll probably get the IC's and sp wires done at the .......
173: Re: Moeller (sp) was the guy's name in Colorado (4.21)
Posted by Brian Walsh on 2001-03-07, 09:50:40 (64.81.150.121)
I wasn't aware of that, nor did I mean to step on any toes, including yours, Bob. I haven't auditioned a lot of interconnects which are currently available, so it might be inappropriate for me to comm .......
174: RE: Morrow Audio MA-1 or MA-2... (4.21)
Posted by mrjdub33@aol.com on 2009-06-27, 22:04:03 (98.194.215.171)
hello which model? and how many hours so far, i know the break-in process can be long so hang in there i was very impressed by what i heard i have the bi wire sp-3, keep me posted id like to know your .......
175: Re: cable filters (4.21)
Posted by audioengr on 2002-05-19, 13:49:16 (199.26.172.66)
These ferrites are generally too large to be very useful for either speaker or interconnects. I would avoid them for Video or Digital SP/DIF as well. They will cause smearing and jitter respectively. .......
176: Sorry to hear this... (4.21)
Posted by DeKay on 2014-05-04, 19:00:09 (108.206.143.103)
Just remembered his full name and that I enjoyed conversing with him @ A'Gon years ago. This said, as they are made from normal (though somewhat exotic) materials perhaps having the pair reterminated .......
177: You are entirely correct. (4.21)
Posted by Bob Neill on 2002-07-18, 16:51:25 (24.60.190.81)
I should stick to describing what speakers sound like, which I am reasonably competent at, and stop trying to explain why they sound they way they do, about which I know...well less than I should. An .......
178: What? (4.20)
Posted by Todd R on 2002-09-08, 19:09:45 (12.162.36.145)
>......do you consider $25 expensive, when those Bocchino's [sp?] you own >cost more than $200 each? What the hell are Bocchino's? Todd's Audio links Visit TR Audio .......
179: RE: Safety First. What voltage is it rated for? (nt) (4.19)
Posted by zenegillette on 2019-02-06, 22:55:56 (162.246.26.186)
Sorry C, must have confused you with someone else from Filada (sp) district. You better electrician, but doesn't little amperage mean no burning cable/fire department/homeless? Termination is first cl .......
180: How much is too little? (4.17)
Posted by garth on 2002-09-26, 00:30:39 (195.93.64.158)
Hi Steve! All else being equal (if that is possible) do interconnects really need to be an effective 24awg or 21awg? In other words wouldn't one braid of 4 or even 3 30awg be enough? Or on the other s .......
181: RE: Xangsane USB & Power Cords Are Amazing! (4.17)
Posted by mojul on 2023-03-24, 18:49:02 (37.120.232.107)
Ok, I now see, the SP-9003Ag is a 4x0,5mm solid core, two with red PVC and two with FEP, as I read/see it? The P-6008AG power cord use PE around the 7 stranded conductor. .......
182: Re: Does lifting speaker cables off carpet do anything? (4.15)
Posted by jimmyjames on 2004-12-02, 03:24:48 (24.211.151.204)
Ceramics work the best. I use $1.50 mini ramekins(sp) from Bed Bath & Beyond. Didn't think it did much at first and then I began to notice much quieter back grounds and more isolated instruments. Grea .......
183: RE: Xsangsane SP-9001Ag silver cable (4.14)
Posted by KanedaK on 2023-01-03, 00:01:29 (178.51.217.171)
I know one guy who made both RCA and XLR versions; I didn't ask him about the subjective differences but, he loves the cable, I suppose if the XLR version was less good he would have mentioned it. ::: .......
184: RE: Transparent Audio Balanced MusicLink Super XL -opinions please (4.14)
Posted by fantja on 2017-12-08, 19:41:50 (66.21.47.163)
I have owned the Transparent Super MM2 RCA IC and SP. This is the true sweet spot in Transparent's line-up. .......
185: Not recommended (4.13)
Posted by Busybusy on 2001-04-12, 16:51:43 (216.35.114.168)
The 75 Ohm Canare has a polyproplene (sp ?) dielectric, but the F series uses Teflon. So, for audio, it is better to stick with the F series. Plus the 75 Ohm RCA can only accept very limited choices o .......
186: Here's the bottom line, then (4.11)
Posted by Duster on 2005-09-14, 12:10:26 (24.17.146.229)
No more begging. I'm just taking a position based on the prevailing consensus in audiophilia and from my experience, too. Stereophile does not even rate Toslink cables since they believe coaxial to be .......
187: RE: I Finally Drank the Audio Note Kool-Aid (4.11)
Posted by richard hickey on 2009-11-02, 04:33:58 (192.104.67.121)
I see how you could interpret it that way. I was trying to point out that I took the final step with the speaker wires. Sorry for the confusion. Not sure if you remember, but you convinced me a few mo .......
188: Re: There aren't any (4.10)
Posted by blade on 2002-01-22, 15:06:24 (63.219.6.99)
Well, the ones that Furutech provided are either gold or rhodiumn (sp?) plated. And they are considered spec grade if not exactly "audio grade." The term "audio grade" --i.e. blue star, may not be off .......
189: Internal wiring for Audio Reseach preamp (4.10)
Posted by Gofast on 2006-04-25, 12:11:33 (65.195.133.120)
Hi. I'm trying to line up all the parts I need to upgrade my ARC SP-3 preamp. Looking for suggestions on improving the internal wiring - this was made in 1975. Thanks in advance, Samir. .......
190: RE: Xangsane SP-9003Ag IC's l XS-1102Ag USB Cable In-House (4.08)
Posted by Dantheman on 2023-03-19, 18:18:00 (24.79.239.123)
Oscar, Just fished some research of Grey Knight PC, as a matter of fact that is made for in wall power cable, of course is for hard core audiophiles. .......
191: Re: My UK plight (4.08)
Posted by rcrump on 2001-05-19, 08:53:59 (24.27.64.139)
Belden UK, Ltd is located in Middlesex 011-44-1932-772-422.....This is off the www.belden.com website......Now I am curious how you can pass North, South, East and West Honslow (sp) on the train to th .......
192: RE: Xsangsane SP-9001Ag silver cable (4.08)
Posted by zacster on 2022-12-26, 17:44:22 (68.199.119.236)
Are these 4N silver or sterling? The jacket says sterling, which I wouldn't use, but frequently sterling is mistakenly used to describe pure silver. A lot gets lost in translation. .......
193: Bi-wire for Spendor SP 1/2 (4.06)
Posted by Tiser on 2000-09-28, 13:46:18 (208.33.57.1)
Just bought a pair of these speakers and want to bi-wire them to a VAC tube amp (EL-34). Anyone with direct Spendor experience that could recommend wire that has synergy? Thanks .......
194: Re: Any Diff. in Optical Cables? (4.06)
Posted by audioengr on 2003-12-02, 09:09:37 (66.220.121.75)
I have had good performance with the Glass fibre from: http://www.soundprofessionals.com/cgi-bin/gold/category.cgi?category=220&item=SP-TOC-99HQ&type=store .......
195: RE: Your classic ARC gear deserve the very best in cables... (4.05)
Posted by fantja on 2016-12-17, 17:50:26 (104.137.36.11)
Sweet pics! Mondial M.I.T. SR and Transparent are all sonic matches for ARC gear. Whichever brand that you select, go for a full system (SP, IC and PC) for best effect. .......
196: Re: Srajan Ebaen- Re: David Salz and Toslink (4.05)
Posted by audioengr on 2002-07-26, 10:56:54 (134.134.136.1)
The cable would have to eliminate the jitter that is caused by the electrical-to-optical conversion circuitry and then some to be better than a low-loss SP/DIF connection. It is possible, but I have m .......
197: RE: optical vs sp/dif (4.05)
Posted by mhardyman on 2012-04-02, 19:33:13 (75.68.18.240)
If it works, then don't f**k with it! My systems are kludged together with stuff that shouldn't work together but do. It sounds good to my ears and that is all that matters... Anyone who has a differe .......
198: RE: Xangsane SP-9003Ag IC's l XS-1102Ag USB Cable In-House (4.05)
Posted by don77 on 2023-04-01, 22:50:28 (142.126.217.20)
Hi Dantheman, really curious if you had a chance to listen to these cables. I've had the 6008ag wire sitting in my cart for a while and about to pull the trigger on them. I also have the 9001 and 9003 .......
199: Moeller (sp) was the guy's name in Colorado (4.05)
Posted by rcrump on 2001-03-07, 07:33:00 (24.167.44.109)
who made the Top Gun ICs years and years ago and he gave me a hard time as he thought the initials in my company name stood for top gun....Obviously Custom did a trademark search.... .......
200: Re: Questions regarding digital 75 Ohm SP/DIF cables for JR or anyone... (4.04)
Posted by Cichlid on 2003-08-10, 07:15:00 (209.240.198.63)
I built diy digital cables both with Belden 1506A and with 1695A. In my opinion the 1695A sounded much better in all aspects especially in the bass. MTCW .......
Found 2 records in Car Court.
1: Seeking advice to replace stock speakers... (3.81)
Posted by Brad on 2004-10-29, 13:33:01 (65.184.209.252)
Hello all. I drive a 2002 Toyota sport 4Runner and am looking into replacing the front speakers (6.5" component) and the rear door speakers which are 4". I'm into smooth mids and non-fatiquing(sp?) hi .......
2: Re: Audi RS4 replica wheels (3.81)
Posted by Rich Brkich on 2005-03-21, 09:08:07 (24.92.252.79)
I have not heard much about the replica wheels... if made in Italia, they could be made my Mile Miglia (sp?). If you keep an eye out on various B5 forums, you can find someone selling a used set of th .......
Found 200 records in Computer Audio Asylum.
1: RE: musical fidelity 24/192...v-link... (17.63)
Posted by kenzo on 2013-05-07, 08:08:42 (69.181.241.142)
Lately I've been listening to a pair of sp-bs22-lr speakers. They are absolutely amazing for the money. "Laid back" compared to the DeCapos, but probably most speakers are compared to DeCapos. And I h .......
2: RE: The way I would put it is... (17.63)
Posted by Jim F. on 2009-12-22, 11:58:54 (157.150.192.237)
> . . .(particularly the SP-1-a preamp). . . I meant SP-3a (or SP-3a-1), for those of you with long memories. ;-> .......
3: Re: Recursive Renaming Script (10.25)
Posted by mac on 2005-12-21, 21:00:06 (67.171.12.202)
This could be accomplished with a one-liner but I'd do it in steps. ls -lR * will give you a recursive file list. You could redirect the output to a file and filter out only files which match the patt .......
4: Re: The SB Price War. (9.89)
Posted by Boybees on 2005-07-22, 13:10:33 (65.37.139.85)
As I understand it, one of the drawbacks would be that the SB2 has only SP/DIF out and you thereby lose the ability to take SP/DIF completely out of the equation with a USB DAC. And SP/DIF is a source .......
5: Re: Mobo's with Sp/dif outputs (9.66)
Posted by Frank25 on 2006-01-10, 17:52:50 (69.123.4.32)
So they make PCI Sp/dif cards?? Who makes them??? Or are you talking about a Soundcard with a Sp/dif output?? Also are there any Dacs that accept a firewire input?? What are some decent Dac's in the $ .......
6: Fred, I cannot speak on behalf of others (9.49)
Posted by Charles Hansen on 2010-10-30, 09:49:00 (174.29.22.16)
I have no idea what drivers or OS are required for other brands of DACs. I cannot reply to posts that others have made. I can't offer advice about EMU products. I certainly didn't tell you to buy prod .......
7: Are there tests of FW, USB2, AES/EBU, Toslink, and SP Dif to assess which is better? If not, why not? (9.22)
Posted by Norm on 2012-09-03, 08:24:34 (204.133.178.218)
Why do we still have so many different dac inputs, transport outputs, and computer outputs? Why is the simple wiring within a universal player not used with sources and dacs? Why is synchronous USB ev .......
8: I have the M2TECH hiFace Two running off my Mac Mini server now (9.00)
Posted by Norm on 2012-04-22, 10:59:17 (74.192.38.6)
The dac I am using on had SP Dif, toslink, or synchronous USB inputs. I had been using FW into the Weiss. I have nothing to complain about with what I hear. I do wonder, however, whether a SP Dif outp .......
9: An alternative to powered speakers (8.98)
Posted by 13th Duke of Wymbourne on 2014-08-06, 15:29:44 (70.168.149.115)
My office Klipsch 2.1 system went kaput and I replaced it with a pair of Pioneer SP-BS22 bookshelf speakers ($130 from Best Buy) and a Dayton Audio DTA-1 amplifier ($35 from Parts Express). Sounds won .......
10: Is there a way to get SP Dif out of a MAC Mini. (8.94)
Posted by Norm on 2012-03-05, 10:43:36 (74.192.38.6)
The connectivity wiring from computers to dacs is crazy. We have had some success with asynchronous USB, FW is dying out, Toslink is okay, I guess, but I have never heard it, and SP Dif is touted by m .......
11: any DAC with SP/DIF input (8.75)
Posted by LtMandella on 2021-08-15, 09:21:54 (68.104.55.224)
should be immune to any and all USB limitations if the sp/dif inputs are used (that is what I use) .......
12: Re: MS Media Center PC files (8.43)
Posted by Dawnrazor on 2005-11-22, 22:02:44 (139.68.4.4)
Thanks for the tip Mike....and the rant. I think it is a different issue. See, I copied a file from the Media Center PC to the one with regular old XP pro. Even with the file in that computers hard dr .......
13: I am using a Macbook Pro right now. My mod. Mac Mini sounded better but quite. (8.40)
Posted by Norm on 2013-04-09, 14:37:14 (74.194.212.77)
While I wait for a more currect Mini to be noded with Esata connections to the HD, I have resorted to the Macbook Pro. I have only a SP DIf input dac right now, but no SP Dif out. I have a HiFace 2 US .......
14: RE: "spoofing" (8.30)
Posted by Tony Lauck on 2010-11-23, 08:37:57 (65.19.76.104)
Lexmark had a product strategy to subsidize the printer by charging high prices for ink refills. The novel tack they took was to try to invoke the Digitial Millenium Copyright Act law passed at the be .......
15: I just don't understand bothering to convert USB to SP Dif. (8.17)
Posted by Norm on 2012-03-04, 07:40:14 (74.192.38.6)
Granted that computer manufacturers refuse to move out of USB2 to something better, going from UAB to SP Dif, just seems one too many conversions. Is 192 sampling the limit of all we are going to use? .......
16: I am getting a M2Tech HiFace Two to use the USB output on my Mac Mini to my Dac (7.93)
Posted by Norm on 2012-04-12, 09:39:56 (74.192.38.6)
The dac is a prototype from Exemplar and has toslink, SP Dif, and synchronous USB inputs. Obvious I would have hoped for a FW input on it or a SP Dif output on my Mini. I think I have heard very posi .......
17: Mobo's with Sp/dif outputs (7.90)
Posted by Frank25 on 2006-01-10, 11:08:45 (69.123.4.32)
Ok what is the best option for getting the digital signal from your computer tothe DAC?? There are a few differant ways of going about it. 1. Connect the Dac to the motherboards Sp/dif output. Imthink .......
18: It is not an SP Dif to USB converter. It is a USB to SP Dif converter. (7.71)
Posted by Norm on 2012-05-08, 15:14:11 (74.192.38.6)
The well respected Weiss is about that price also. My M2 hiFace Two ($185) strips the computer clock off. I imagine this unit would also. .......
19: I am very happy with the hiFace Two and it only been in the system four hours. nt (7.66)
Posted by Norm on 2012-04-16, 17:49:33 (74.192.38.6)
Thinking wrongly that my Mini had a toslink output I bought the Monoprice toslink to SP Dif for $10. It is cheap looking. I guess I will never know how good it is. I will soon compare my Weiss Dac202 .......
20: I guess I really don't know whether you are talking about USB1 or 2 or whether asynchronous or not (7.50)
Posted by Norm on 2012-04-08, 07:41:05 (74.192.38.6)
But even asynchronous USB seems to me to fall short of FW. I have used SP DIF but right now have no such output on my computer server. I will soon be trying Toslink which is like SP DIF except for the .......
21: MS Media Center PC files (7.34)
Posted by Dawnrazor on 2005-11-21, 18:17:11 (139.68.4.4)
I am trying to play these on another networked computer running XP, and only the sound will play. I went to microsoft.com, and there is a patch for XP, BUT when I tried to instal, it it said that it w .......
22: Re: Mobo's with Sp/dif outputs (7.21)
Posted by ob1 on 2006-01-11, 05:21:39 (202.92.162.67)
"1. Connect the Dac to the motherboards Sp/dif output. Imthinking this output isnt the best quality, maybe adding something like a Monarchy DIp inbetween would be a good idea?? 2. A USB->SP/dif conver .......
23: RE: Are there tests of FW, USB2, AES/EBU, Toslink, and SP Dif to assess which is better? If not, why not? (7.17)
Posted by audioengr on 2012-09-03, 11:37:22 (66.220.121.48)
Why do we still have so many different dac inputs, transport outputs, and computer outputs? Each has its purpose, USB was for computer peripherals, S/PDIF for consumer electronics and AES/EBU for pro .......
24: RE: Squeezepad (7.16)
Posted by soundchekk on 2011-01-06, 02:35:07 (80.136.109.224)
I own both iPeng and SqueezePad. On a first glance SqueezePad comes with a more consistent and modern look and feel. I'd 100% agree to that. I'd love to see iPeng improving in that area. I do also agr .......
25: Getting the best from RME9632 (7.03)
Posted by ChrisOH on 2005-07-23, 07:24:58 (84.12.21.112)
Hi Folks, I am ttrying to get the best from a UVEM HTPC equipped with an RME 9632 soundcard. I am currently using analogue out to a preamp 3 feet away from the PC. I use EAC to rip and Monkey audio fo .......
26: RE: The Metric Halo is the only asynchronous FireWire DAC (7.02)
Posted by aljordan on 2011-10-01, 05:20:40 (184.153.188.12)
The Orpheus is very flexible. You can set settings so that either the computer slaves to the DAC via firewire, or the DAC slaves to the computer via firewire (the latter is not recommended for best so .......
27: Need more help connecting my PC to my receiver (6.93)
Posted by naymlis on 2008-04-20, 15:48:34 (76.205.119.191)
So I went out and got another sound card since the receiver I have does not have 3 dual RCA ports for each dual channels (LR, Center/sub, and back LR).. it only has one for AUX. My computer is hooked .......
28: Yes...... (6.83)
Posted by Todd Krieger on 2008-07-03, 18:06:12 (70.213.174.106)
The computer basically run just like it did with SP2..... The only issue I had was some Windows updates are deemed "not compatible" by MS with the new SP. However, I found something that I think might .......
29: Vaio sound reality sp/dif out (6.82)
Posted by kenzo on 2010-06-08, 20:47:53 (99.8.225.184)
Hi inmates, I have finally figured out how to get sound that I am very satsified with from my Vaio music server running Vista. I am using the sp/dif optical out into a Benchmark DAC1Pre optical in. So .......
30: I have never had the opportunity to compare USB2 with FW using the same source & dac. (6.78)
Posted by Norm on 2011-06-14, 09:50:29 (74.192.32.214)
But I have never heard any USB2 connection with any dac that reaches the level of what I hear with FW into the Weiss Dac202, from whatever source, using either FW, SP Dif, or toslink. Now with a compu .......
31: Save sp/dif as computer files (6.74)
Posted by kenzo on 2011-02-12, 18:37:13 (69.181.240.170)
What is the optimal method to save sp/dif pcm 24/96 signal direct to computer audio files -flac,wav,etc.? Although I could process the digital signal through my DAC and then use a computer sound car .......
32: RE: Save sp/dif as computer files (6.55)
Posted by John Atkinson on 2011-02-13, 13:30:16 (96.239.40.165)
>What is the optimal method to save sp/dif pcm 24/96 signal direct to computer audio >files -flac,wav,etc.? As long as you have a soundcard with an S/PDIF input, you could use a program like Audacity .......
33: wrong (6.50)
Posted by mäç on 2010-02-27, 15:06:51 (24.16.56.143)
I suggest you do some research prior to providing corrections to what I have said. Using IIR filters, his correction approach produces near-perfect step response. You may consider using conventional .......
34: Clear as a bell. (6.18)
Posted by rick_m on 2007-08-14, 13:07:08 (64.13.14.96)
I'm especially pleased that you found it about the same as the transporter as the smaller price and package appeal to me. Having gotten used to using my computer as the source for the study system I .......
35: RE: Some people ask for some proof (6.04)
Posted by dwk on 2009-03-17, 16:48:38 (63.78.240.2)
>>However, I don't see how they can catch jitter problems, because most sound cards will have a single clock used for both the ADC and DAC. Any timing errors in this clock will cancel in an analog loo .......
36: Warmth and ASIO (5.97)
Posted by Dawnrazor on 2008-12-10, 18:36:56 (139.68.134.1)
Suddenly, old recordings that I remember as being on the harsh side of things are now sounding warmer than I remember. I have narrowed it down to 3 things. 1.It could be that my amp and new crossover .......
37: RE: Similar experiences..... (5.82)
Posted by Bob Brines on 2008-10-11, 05:58:39 (75.15.69.106)
David, Ever since Windows95, I have used the "Classic" skin. I tried the glitzy 3D skin that comes with Vista. Make everything sloooow. Besides, I have never been into eye candy. I have work to do. I .......
38: RE: No. It's yet another HDtracks SCREW UP......... (5.80)
Posted by Tony Lauck on 2012-12-27, 13:18:03 (65.19.76.104)
I've had a similar problem on Windows, but not recently. The issue was related to special characters in the password, some of which required escape sequences. I don't recall the details, as my HDtrack .......
39: The economic term is "price discrimination" (5.79)
Posted by Tony Lauck on 2013-04-18, 19:36:22 (65.19.76.104)
I was addressing the relative pricing of the SACD and the DSD download, when talking about middlemen. In the case of the 24/192 vs DSD download the Internet costs are roughly the same, but the quality .......
40: Thanks (5.60)
Posted by 1973shovel on 2018-02-23, 07:41:05 (75.138.100.58)
A couple of questions, if you would. First, any reason why you chose the V5 over the V6? Second, did you have any concerns about your power supply being up to the task? From the little I've read this .......
41: RE: Is there a way to get SP Dif out of a MAC Mini. (5.59)
Posted by rick_m on 2012-03-05, 14:53:40 (96.25.74.167)
"I guess you can convert FW to SP Dif, but why not just getting it directly out of a computer?" My aging Hp desktop has coax digital audio I/O. But it also has FireWire and USB. It has a Centronics po .......
42: RE: Vaio sound reality sp/dif out (5.53)
Posted by fmak on 2010-06-08, 21:59:26 (62.228.44.119)
Yes, at least with XP. .......
43: Isn't SP Dif limited to 192? nt (5.52)
Posted by Norm on 2012-03-04, 09:05:56 (74.192.38.6)
a .......
44: to be clear (5.52)
Posted by Triodeuser on 2011-06-13, 13:58:00 (72.84.133.56)
Are you saying that Acourate will not generate a crossover on selection without using a microphone and measurement equipment? I would like to be able to duplicate the current settings I am using on th .......
45: Re: Sure SP2 sucks but XP has a lot over 98SE..... (5.41)
Posted by Awe-d-o-file on 2005-03-29, 18:20:12 (67.139.157.73)
I was just fixing a friends virus,trojan and malware laden PC that is used by the family and kids. It took XP 2 minutes to start up w/SP 2 even when all virus/trojans and malware were removed. Going b .......
46: RE: Suggestions welcome for modification U1 voltage regulator on the Juli@ digital part. (5.33)
Posted by theob on 2011-07-26, 11:34:09 (76.122.133.81)
Hobbypartz (sp?) .......
47: RE: Help Please - Windows XP (5.31)
Posted by rmilewsk on 2012-01-04, 12:48:40 (76.89.165.246)
First thing to do in most cases like this is to update everything in your system to the latest possible. SP, drivers, firmware etc. .......
48: I agree! Keep it (5.31)
Posted by grhughes on 2013-02-16, 11:27:49 (69.71.1.1)
I agree! Keep the AR SP.. The opamps in DACs are not up to it. Ray .......
49: Re: DAC for MAC (5.26)
Posted by division on 2006-01-31, 00:47:00 (71.118.30.105)
Do you know of any midrage AES/EBU to SP/DIF converters? I know Hosa makes one, but curious to see if you know of any others. Thanks. .......
50: RE: Is there a way to get SP Dif out of a MAC Mini. (5.26)
Posted by Dynobot on 2012-03-07, 11:01:24 (75.131.20.113)
What if you drink your wine from a paper cup? LOL...Smart Ass!!! .......
51: RE: Try this (5.26)
Posted by Roseval on 2014-02-07, 12:12:07 (92.254.0.240)
Another monster: http://www.soundonsound.com/sos/sep12/articles/sp-acoustics-sp1.htm .......
52: RE: Intel DH61DL spdif out (5.26)
Posted by Tony Lauck on 2014-04-27, 07:55:14 (65.19.76.104)
There is no DC component to the S/PDIF signal as it uses biphase signalling. I believe you can just put a blocking capacitor in series. See below for suggested circuits. .......
53: I'm using version 0.979 drivers on XP SP 2 professional (5.26)
Posted by cics on 2008-04-07, 05:47:34 (198.54.202.226)
Installation is done manually from specific location. If 0.978 works, then keep it that way. .......
54: convert USB to SP Dif. (5.21)
Posted by fmak on 2012-03-04, 10:05:28 (93.109.212.163)
Gordon was the one on a crusade to criticise and banish spdif. He has now clearly changed his mind thru licensing. .......
55: RE: Vaio sound reality sp/dif out (5.21)
Posted by kenzo on 2010-06-09, 05:17:50 (99.8.225.184)
But as I mentioned, I am running Vista. So still not sure... thanks, kenzo .......
56: I think it's your speakers... (5.19)
Posted by Ivan303 on 2016-05-17, 18:08:52 (76.220.25.80)
Just a suggestion. :-) .......
57: How about DLNA? (5.16)
Posted by Mel on 2024-04-04, 10:41:03 (173.77.91.200)
I like to think that DLNA gives the best of both worlds. The streamer runs directly to the DAC but obtains its instructions from the laptop that is not connected to the DAC. JRiver is on this laptop a .......
58: or get this (5.16)
Posted by SeVeReD on 2006-07-27, 02:52:40 (68.166.126.43)
small, quiet, laptop (see link) the Acer Aspire 9500. It is what I have and works great. It, along with a series of firewire connected Hard Drives and a good usb dac (i have the Stello 100; it isn't .......
59: A software media player with a dialogue enhancer function (5.16)
Posted by beppe61 on 2013-12-07, 00:22:48 (81.167.153.96)
Hello ! I need to find a way to increase the level of dialogue when listening to a 5.1 track through a stereo system Is a HT preamp processor the only way ? Or do a media player exist with the possibi .......
60: Advanced: Replace winlogon.exe with minlogon.exe (5.14)
Posted by cics on 2008-01-19, 04:44:30 (198.54.202.226)
This optimization works very well with cMP. Only do this after all changes are done. Windows security overheads is reduced significantly and there's no logon prompt at startup ☺ Boot time is fas .......
61: Covered all of that. My H-cat line stage is very sensitive to ground loops of any sort. (5.12)
Posted by Norm on 2010-12-15, 13:47:27 (74.192.12.55)
I have use USB, FW, and SP Dif wires and dacs. .......
62: RE: The dreaded newbie... (5.12)
Posted by dsrtjeeper1 on 2012-07-28, 15:43:16 (184.98.220.107)
I'm using Windows 7. I can put a computer in the listening room. I wasn't even aware that computers have HDMI or SP/DIF. What is DLNA? Thanks. .......
63: Re: Sound Card Problem on Epia-SP system (5.12)
Posted by fmak on 2006-05-11, 07:02:49 (87.228.165.229)
Please tell me what the other steps are; I have tried everything and XP tells me I am fine. BUT NO SOUND! .......
64: RE: Are there tests of FW, USB2, AES/EBU, Toslink, and SP Dif to assess which is better? If not, why not? (5.11)
Posted by Dynobot on 2012-09-03, 18:56:25 (75.131.20.113)
What no love for toslink? .......
65: RE: Is PCI SP/DIF output better than USB,? (5.11)
Posted by coops on 2010-08-29, 04:19:56 (86.135.251.18)
I find optical pretty poor, I would use USB and a hiface . Keith. .......
66: RE: Squeezebox vs. EMU 0404 USB as Transport for SPDIF (5.07)
Posted by C. on 2008-02-06, 20:38:54 (71.242.43.180)
Dyn, Does AES/EBU offer benefits over Coax or Toslink for transmission of SP/DIF? Thanks. .......
67: Sorry, I have not been here recently. It is very difficult to directly compare FW & USB (5.07)
Posted by Norm on 2012-11-18, 07:14:17 (74.194.212.77)
My Weiss Dac202 doesn't have a USM input. It is now possible to get a DAC202 with USB but it is a very expensive option. My Empirical Audio Music Server uses a Mac Mini with mods and improved software .......
68: RE: Vista Embedded (5.04)
Posted by cics on 2008-02-07, 21:21:23 (198.54.202.226)
Try downloading a 'trial' version if available. I'm not sure about the registry entry for Vista - this may be a risk. It may be worth going back to XP SP 2 for this. .......
69: RE: iZotope no alias - Tony Lauck (5.04)
Posted by Tony Lauck on 2011-04-21, 07:15:18 (65.19.76.104)
There appears to be a bug (a.k.a. "feature") in Windows 7, according to Google. Perhaps there's a suitable work around. .......
70: RE: Is there a way to get SP Dif out of a MAC Mini. (5.01)
Posted by Bob_C on 2012-03-06, 10:27:19 (74.72.103.126)
"You know better than that...." I do this because I enjoy music, and enjoy the hobby. There is a balance IMO that can make this fun and still keep your sensibilities. Some of us can get over the top. .......
71: RE: SQOTD (5.00)
Posted by Sibelius on 2021-09-12, 09:14:52 (24.6.59.190)
Thanks, yeah, I'm always leery of the "coming soon" talk with tech. I think I'll definitely need 2 boxes, whether it's continuing with my SP Touch or another device. I wish it weren't so, but we'll se .......
72: RE: Is there a media player that plays FLAC & M4a files? (5.00)
Posted by Owen on 2010-11-15, 09:14:42 (155.136.80.37)
Clementine does this on Mac, but not sure about PC, as its an offshoot of the Amarok (sp?) project. Owen .......
73: RE: Can a computer + Benchmark DAC-1 be a good solution? (4.96)
Posted by theob on 2008-10-28, 06:58:23 (76.226.200.189)
yes a dell/xp sp 3 with benchmark works good .......
74: Re: Mobo's with Sp/dif outputs (4.96)
Posted by Thorsten on 2006-01-10, 18:03:05 (82.35.154.114)
Hi, Soundcards with S/P-DIF. One that gets you bit accurate S/P-DIF is the Envy24 based chaintac for around $ 30.... Ciao T .......
75: Re: How much computing power for SRC? (4.94)
Posted by fmak on 2006-05-28, 23:00:56 (87.228.165.229)
My 1.3GHz epia sp won't run the secret rabbit code at sinc best; only ssrc and pphs. The chip is listed by an identifier as pentium 4? .......
76: RE: Are there tests of FW, USB2, AES/EBU, Toslink, and SP Dif to assess which is better? If not, why not? (4.93)
Posted by Dynobot on 2012-09-03, 08:50:15 (75.131.20.113)
I think you have all of those interfaces don't you? If so then YOU are the perfect man for the job. Please report back your findings Post-Haste! .......
77: My Apologies, obviously I can't read. (4.89)
Posted by oldmkvi on 2016-04-10, 07:50:51 (108.220.52.112)
There were a lot of inmates that doubted the whole thing could be anything more than hype, I wondered what their reaction to the review would be. I'm a subscriber, and look forward to my next issue of .......
78: Question re Edirol UA-5 (4.89)
Posted by Boybees on 2005-05-20, 13:24:57 (65.37.139.85)
I understand that this unit has coaxial digital input and output terminals. My question: can it be set up to simply pass SP/DIF through without any processing? thanks. .......
79: RE: Are there tests of FW, USB2, AES/EBU, Toslink, and SP Dif to assess which is better? If not, why not? (4.88)
Posted by Sprezza Tura on 2012-09-03, 21:13:26 (67.213.218.72)
Plenty of love. TosLink is dear to my heart. I prefer it over coax. .......
80: Re: Mobo's with Sp/dif outputs (4.88)
Posted by Scott Nixon on 2006-01-10, 19:01:47 (65.188.236.107)
The Asus deluxe mobos have onboard s/pdif (realtek/nvidia) and there are workarounds for the 48k/AC97 issues. These boards are really quite good with ASIO'd playback. .......
81: Build your own is a great way to go. Some motherboards include HDMI, optical, etc.. (4.85)
Posted by jqunac on 2011-10-05, 11:30:48 (76.240.208.195)
This was my solution but just one of many. .......
82: RE: Is there a way to get SP Dif out of a MAC Mini. (4.85)
Posted by Dynobot on 2012-03-06, 07:46:06 (75.131.20.113)
So you actually think people purchase converters like the HiFace, Halidedesign etc. and spend upwards of $500 or more "just" to connect a Dac to their computer? What planet are you from to think this .......
83: RE: A revolution in audio rendering (4.85)
Posted by SBGK on 2013-02-11, 16:12:40 (86.140.246.157)
Hi, just uploaded playerextreme32.exe, just rename it to playerextreme.exe or change the sp.bat file to point to the 32 bit version. Let me know if you have any problems. .......
84: Does the Install Disc have SP 2 on it? (4.84)
Posted by ArdRi on 2011-02-04, 18:00:03 (24.63.121.26)
I read of problems with XP and the Gigabyte boards if the XP disc didn't have at least XP 2 built in. .......
85: RE: Linux Build? (4.83)
Posted by jupabe on 2013-03-04, 23:19:08 (138.199.78.38)
Thanks you, Thanks you, Thanks you, SBGK. Doing the last modification in the sp.bat file make success. Now i will try the new upload. Thanks you again for your effort and help. By the way i am very i .......
86: Building a new PC for music. Please help. (4.81)
Posted by Frank25 on 2006-01-02, 10:25:31 (69.123.4.32)
I am in the research stage of building a new pc for myself. I will be using it for basic web browsing, word processing, and digital music, I will be ripping all my cd's to disk and eventually getting .......
87: DSP Active Loudspeaker Controllers (4.81)
Posted by mäç on 2009-12-17, 07:17:49 (24.16.56.143)
The latest issue of VoiceCoil magazine has an interesting article on a new product from a new company that allows savvy DIYers/Audiophiles to effectively multi-amp their existing speakers or new desig .......
88: RE: Linux Build? (4.81)
Posted by jupabe on 2013-03-04, 13:59:00 (138.199.78.61)
Same error message even if i rename the file a.wav and is located in the same directory as sp.bat,paste.exe and playerextreme.exe. The Os is Windows 7 Ultimate 64. Regards Juan .......
89: RE: Out of the box analysis (4.77)
Posted by Mercman on 2011-10-03, 17:37:15 (70.181.190.222)
"It's simply the common-mode noise from the ground, +5V and datalines between the computer and the device." All good points. My listening with Acoustic Revive SP USB cable with dual conduit has been v .......
90: RE: .NET v.4 (4.77)
Posted by jrling on 2013-02-17, 13:59:29 (80.6.100.165)
Thanks for the quick reply. So to recap, sp.bat looks at the Clipboard to get its 'Playlist'? That's much easier! Will try that. I think if you want others to join in, then it would be helpful to make .......
91: RE: Just checked XP Pro: Local User & Groups won't set LOCK privilege. (4.77)
Posted by theob on 2008-06-12, 07:29:10 (68.40.116.205)
If I install xp sp 3 will that give me the capability to get Lock Privileges? .......
92: RE: Thats nice. Thanks for addressing my question so thoroughly - nt (4.75)
Posted by antigrunge on 2013-01-22, 09:47:28 (78.149.148.22)
I guess the point I was trying to make was that there never was a competitive advantage in the first place but rather a need for kluges to get it to be on a par to SP/DIF. hopefully that wasn't too su .......
93: Re: Mobo's with Sp/dif outputs (4.75)
Posted by Thorsten on 2006-01-11, 04:09:52 (62.6.139.10)
Hi Scott, > there are workarounds for the 48k/AC97 issues Pary tell (lest you also recommend software resampling)? I'd still love to get 44.1KHz bit-accurate audio from my MoBo.... Ciao T .......
94: Clarification... (4.73)
Posted by Jonathan on 2013-02-16, 13:43:10 (71.64.106.33)
First, thanks to those who have responded. The question is not whether to buy a new preamp, but rather am I "throwing out the baby with the bathwater" by selling my SP-16 to finance a DAC/preamp combo .......
95: Niagara 1000 (4.73)
Posted by bigshow on 2016-11-17, 15:35:04 (71.89.67.116)
For $1000 it will make your whole system sound better. NOT a subtle change. After that a sub. Vandersteen or REL. I also agree on the USB to SP/DIF converter. But mostly the Niagara 1000. .......
96: Good plan if you have a choice... (4.73)
Posted by rick_m on 2009-07-24, 08:17:44 (64.13.14.96)
But when my laptop died I got the dreaded Vista. Fortunately it was post SP-1 and has been ok. I agree that the real stout hearts are those manly (or womanly) enough to buy the first release. Bless th .......
97: I'm using a VPI Classic with a Dynavector DV-20XH.... (4.72)
Posted by StephenJK on 2011-08-29, 13:30:23 (207.236.104.194)
into an Audio Research SP-16. I think I'm better off with a line out from the preamp to something that can take that signal directly. The USB turntables, while certainly a good solution, tend to fall .......
98: RE: Software neophyte: How to create FLAC files (4.72)
Posted by greggr on 2008-02-24, 10:51:29 (76.94.16.163)
Andy I tried to follow instruction to download AccurateRip but when I went to the website and tried to find the download link it only referred me to a page that said I must use either EAC or DBpoweram .......
99: RE: JR crapped out on me (4.72)
Posted by theob on 2014-01-11, 16:32:45 (76.122.133.81)
Running memory, no dsp, USB out to benchmark dac2 using benchmark USB driver. Using xp sp 2 with. AMD CPU, some tweaks on operating rating system. .......
100: RE: ? Converting just a playlist to MP3 in iTunes? (4.72)
Posted by fstein on 2009-10-12, 17:03:26 (141.154.21.250)
SOLUTION FOUND! Dougscripts has a iTunes Applescript that does the job! http://dougscripts.com/itunes/scripts/ss.php?sp=convertandexport .......
101: Last week it was loss of data lock through SP/dif... (4.70)
Posted by PAR on 2018-03-13, 15:42:50 (88.97.21.18)
...which you put down to the RCA receptacle that Schiit use. Now it may be USB. There are two DACS and a USB to SP/dif converter involved and now a total of 5 cables ( 4 RCA and 1 USB). This is getti .......
102: The PC challenge.... (4.69)
Posted by Owen on 2005-04-15, 01:15:40 (81.187.175.66)
... I am currently parts gathering for a major DIY rebuild of my system. This will entail actively driving my B+W P4's using gainclones, and I would also like some kind of HT set up too. I will be bui .......
103: RE: Changing OS (4.69)
Posted by Roseval on 2009-11-19, 12:26:13 (92.254.0.240)
According to the EMU website you need Microsoft® Windows® XP (SP 2) or Windows XP x64 Makes me wonder what you your problem really is. Never done any upgrade (service packs) to XP and/or Media Center? .......
104: RE: subtractive dither (4.67)
Posted by Tony Lauck on 2009-08-19, 13:55:45 (65.19.76.104)
Subtractive dither requires that the dither signal be created at the time of encoding and be made available at the time of decoding. It has to be a random signal (or a pseudo-random signal). If a rand .......
105: 4th order LR crossover is phase coherent at all frequencies (4.67)
Posted by Slider on 2009-12-18, 11:56:22 (12.72.205.190)
Maybe just semantics, but the most commonly used 4th order these days is probably the Linkwitz Riley alignment, and it is phase-coherent throughout the frequency spectrum, meaning that if you check th .......
106: Re: Mobo's with Sp/dif outputs (4.65)
Posted by Scott Nixon on 2006-01-11, 11:40:52 (65.188.236.107)
Use asio4all, foobar and unmap the sound device from Windows. That's the basic tooling, but there's lots of settings and mucho room for setup error. I can get 44.1 s/pdif off of almost any board/card .......
107: Drive does not accept any cue sheet variant Error (4.65)
Posted by ArdRi on 2009-12-05, 14:42:55 (75.67.255.209)
Decoded the flacs fine then failed to burn. Are you affiliated with the author? May be a matter of the hardware. I'm using win xp pro sp-3 and a Lite-On DVD/CD burner X52. .......
108: RE: I just don't understand bothering to convert USB to SP Dif. (4.62)
Posted by audioengr on 2012-03-04, 11:56:34 (66.220.121.48)
If you dont have a USB DAC it makes perfect sense. It can be a big improvement in SQ over a CD transport, and give you easy access to all of your music, long playlists etc.. .......
109: RE: MacMini and Hiface (4.62)
Posted by coops on 2010-11-02, 02:52:00 (81.151.139.227)
The hiface plays whatever you put through it, personally I would play every file in it's native format, sp cd's at 44.1 etc. But you can experiment, it is necessary to quit iTunes change sample rate a .......
110: RE: I generally perform my measurements in line with those done by Stereophile... (4.62)
Posted by fmak on 2014-03-02, 08:58:45 (93.109.6.3)
'I have a tendency to perform my measurements in line with those done by SP' and any tendency not to when it suits? .......
111: Re: What soundcard are you using?-NotC3! (4.61)
Posted by fmak on 2006-05-17, 21:21:54 (87.228.165.229)
My 1.3GHz EPIA SP fanless will not: run src at sinc best; rub ssrc and equaliser at the same time; sounds have been rme 968 PAD, M AUDIO 192 and AC97; will not upsample relaibly beyond 96k in Foobar. .......
112: Right, but (4.61)
Posted by Presto on 2009-12-18, 18:16:20 (174.3.213.215)
But as you pointed out the 4th LR order designs are not linear phase. "In phase at all frequencies" is necessary but so is a constant group delay. In simpler terms, LR4 is not transient perfect despit .......
113: agree (4.59)
Posted by EL Cheapo on 2006-05-11, 13:49:33 (67.188.209.121)
i just get tired of proselytizing(sp?) for apple. vastly superior system though, especially for computer audio. even for products with crappy drivers like m-audio, stuff works far better on macs. peop .......
114: Re: High-End Analogue Soundcard Shootout: LynxTWO, RME DIGI96/8 PAD and Delta 1010 (4.59)
Posted by Tuckers on 2006-12-16, 20:18:18 (24.5.143.166)
The jitter from SP/DIF is far from euphonic. It is exactly the sound that people criticize digital for. It adds glare, grain, and a flat quality to the sound. .......
115: I'm using it on a Mac Mini.... (4.59)
Posted by Ivan303 on 2020-09-20, 08:24:15 (76.127.54.176)
streaming it to a DAC via a microRendu using DLNA. It is my understanding the Volumio(sp?) running on a Raspberry Pi will do the same thing but I have not tried it. Yes, it at least recognizes MQA and .......
116: Re: Mobo's with Sp/dif outputs (4.55)
Posted by Thorsten on 2006-01-11, 11:55:10 (62.6.139.10)
Hi, > Use asio4all, foobar and unmap the sound device from Windows. That means it is not available at all to Windows KMixer (eg Media Center - Ehome)? Loads of tinkering on driver settings? I think I .......
117: Years ago I met Pianist Victor Steinhart ( Sp?), (4.55)
Posted by oldmkvi on 2022-12-26, 07:49:38 (76.214.238.65)
brother of Violinist Arnold Steinhart. Victor saw a poster with an Englebert Humperdink piece listed for a Concert. He looked at it then said, "Hmmmm, Humperdink... Is that a Name or a Command?" ::: T .......
118: I followed your link (4.54)
Posted by E-Stat on 2018-05-22, 11:29:21 (206.255.198.236)
read the content and watched both YT videos. When you say it is a "lot better", I'm curious as to what that means. Feature wise, they appear to be very similar. It appears the SP allows for quick re-a .......
119: RE: "Back then it used the Dacs power for the USB interface.".... (4.48)
Posted by Dynobot on 2018-09-26, 14:05:19 (72.201.99.134)
Yes Kingwa does use Linear Regulated PS for his built in Amanero board. The early model of the LKS used USB power for the board. At first Kingwa had the 5v power connected for all his USB boards. See .......
120: Has anyone ever done a thorough ranking of different digital wires from the computer to the dac? (4.47)
Posted by Norm on 2013-01-02, 08:04:24 (74.194.212.77)
I have always liked Firewire, although Apple invented it for their own profits. I guess I wonder about USB1, 2, and 3 and SP Dif, and of course FW. I have never had a source with all of these or a dac .......
121: RE: Why would Microsoft build Windows 8 that is doomed to failure? (4.46)
Posted by josh358 on 2012-11-26, 19:51:10 (64.252.140.144)
Truth is, with those $5 start menu programs, the Win 8 functionality is just fine, and at $40 for the upgrade (you can "upgrade" from the consumer preview, which is free) that comes to $45, hardly hor .......
122: RE: Serious Problem with Dropouts (4.45)
Posted by PAR on 2017-08-28, 14:55:09 (88.97.21.18)
Just for clarification are the drop outs: 1.Only when listening to your own tracks using Music Bee? 2. Only when streaming Qobuz Sublime+? 3.Both? An answer will help eliminate one or two possibiliti .......
123: RE: cplay is amazing but.. (4.45)
Posted by AbeCollins on 2012-05-22, 07:04:14 (174.51.211.143)
Been enjoying fine music from my Mac Mini for about 5 years now. No fuss, it just works, and sounds great. Enjoy your Windows 8 / J River setup. Is Windows 8 stable enough? Doesn't it take MS several .......
124: starting cics memory build (4.43)
Posted by wilbertiii on 2015-10-27, 09:34:44 (173.12.126.209)
Have a question for you good people out there, that would know, after installing Win XP SP/2 Pro and updating bios, cpu, chipset, and drivers should I connect to the internet and do windows updates? H .......
125: RE: External Clocking Clarifications... (4.42)
Posted by theob on 2008-11-18, 05:20:08 (76.226.116.73)
yes very clear and thank you again. I don't know, maybe its a mute point because now I prefer no upsampling (I was a firm believer in -146 SRC and 192 sampling rate until this latest cplay version). B .......
126: Service pack integration with nLite (4.40)
Posted by steppe on 2011-11-29, 21:54:12 (128.70.119.168)
doesn't allow to do anything with it. I have just downloaded from microsoft website the file: WindowsXP-KB835935-SP2-ENU.exe. Started nLite and told it to use this file as sp source. It simply unpacke .......
127: RE: No long cables necessary..... (4.40)
Posted by mhardyman on 2012-06-25, 07:54:06 (75.68.18.240)
Another thought would be to get a basic Sonos system hooked into your DAC via the SP/DIF or Toslink. It could be run wirelessly and be controlled by the laptop/iPhone/Android whatever. The Sonos buil .......
128: I'm using a server by Empirical Audio Legacy (4.40)
Posted by Norm on 2012-09-11, 19:26:27 (204.133.178.218)
It is a '09 Mini modified to use Esata connection to a 2 Tb TuneBank with an outboard optical drive. The high quality FW output runs through a Weiss Dac202 converting into SP Dif to a prototype Exempl .......
129: Is USB the worst cable for audio? Is it therefore that it is present on computers because it is the cheapest? (4.39)
Posted by Norm on 2011-10-05, 08:30:06 (74.192.38.6)
Why are there no SP/DIF or AES/EBU outputs on computers and Fire wire only on Macs? Why do we continue to try make USB work for music rather than pressuring computer manufacturers to putting quality o .......
130: alternatives to iTunes and EAC/Foobar? (4.37)
Posted by EL Cheapo on 2005-02-04, 14:04:34 (64.75.44.4)
hey guys, I am writing a little beginners guide to PC Audio for audioreview.com and I am wondering about other software. iTunes and EAC/Foobar are both great and pretty much ubiquitous(sp?) but I was .......
131: RE: Is there a way to get SP Dif out of a MAC Mini. (4.36)
Posted by audioengr on 2012-03-06, 09:07:32 (66.220.121.48)
Thanks for this feedback. I have been looking to get more support from Microsoft, including some reference designs. If Play-to isnt ready for prime-time, it would be nice to know. Seems like if it was .......
132: Anyone make an inexpensive USB DAC (4.36)
Posted by Frank25 on 2006-01-09, 10:07:49 (69.123.4.32)
Just bought a MInimac to use in a digital music setup and was wondering if anyone makes a USB Dac for $1000 or less? If not Ill have to get one of the USB->Sp/dif converters and run a regular DAC, any .......
133: RE: archiving of master tape collection (4.35)
Posted by dollysowner on 2009-01-29, 05:10:51 (24.13.228.18)
Are you suggesting getting a netbook as an additional computer and hanging a big hard drive on it, and then dedicating the netbook to the tape transfers? If so, that's an interesting thought; however, .......
134: Is PCI SP/DIF output better than USB,? (4.34)
Posted by JerryG on 2010-08-28, 15:01:29 (69.113.2.43)
Not trying to start wars, but particularly interested in comparisons between M2Tech or Musiland and Asus essence ST or ESI@Julia level sound cards... I'm not interested in comparing ultra expensive RM .......
135: it actually motivates me (4.34)
Posted by PaulN on 2013-03-28, 16:44:13 (67.185.128.150)
Since I just bought an NAD M51 to form the basis for an all-digital front end, the lack of DSD support so far from NAD has been maddening. But I always intended the NAD for a separate 2-channel system .......
136: whay be limited to 24/96? (4.34)
Posted by PaulN on 2006-07-26, 10:48:22 (67.185.97.183)
at least 24/192. 24/96 just isnt much of an improvement. i guess though that what i was refereing to was that the USB and SP/DIF interfaces need to be supplemented with interfaces such as firewire and .......
137: RE: Are there tests of FW, USB2, AES/EBU, Toslink, and SP Dif to assess which is better? If not, why not? (4.32)
Posted by bassbinotoko on 2012-09-05, 20:04:56 (154.20.196.243)
Plenty of motherboards do include S/PDIF outputs, though some don't bother to provide the actual interface brackets with Toslink transmitters to make them functional. As with TV output on a graphics c .......
138: Edirol (4.32)
Posted by audioengr on 2005-03-26, 10:06:05 (66.220.120.101)
The Edirol UA-25 is a bit better sounding than a stock transit, but also only has a toslink out. If you use a good glass cable like: http://www.soundprofessionals.com/cgi-bin/gold/category.cgi?categor .......
139: RE: cMP - the open source high-end Memory Player (4.31)
Posted by Frodan on 2008-06-26, 08:58:10 (216.252.80.193)
Hello everyone, I have put together a temporary version of cPlay with cMP on a regular P4 just to get familiar with the process. I have a few questions and observations. 1. Is cMP really needed as I w .......
140: RE: Is there a way to get SP Dif out of a MAC Mini. (4.30)
Posted by Bob_C on 2012-03-05, 15:08:37 (74.72.103.126)
"Many Macs have Toslink out. Its not too bad if you use a glass cable. Keep in mind that you will hear the jittery computer clock though. This will never match or beat a decent CD player IME." This is .......
141: RE: Is there a way to get SP Dif out of a MAC Mini. (4.29)
Posted by audioengr on 2012-03-05, 17:30:37 (66.220.121.48)
"There isn't a useful standard for the audio protocols over TCP/IP yet. DLNA/uPnP is sloppy and lacking in function." There are a few receivers now with "Play-to" capability built-in to use WMP Win 8. .......
142: RE: Case Arrived for Raspberry Pi and Audiophonics I2S Board ............. (4.29)
Posted by LtMandella on 2021-07-25, 20:19:25 (68.104.55.224)
what you have there will be my next system change. Currently running RPI 4 with HiFiberry I2S standard sp/dif hat. Sounds really fine - noticeably better than the streaming from the computer. But for .......
143: RE: Async USB, is the competitive advantage gone ? (4.29)
Posted by antigrunge on 2013-01-22, 06:40:37 (198.240.128.75)
All USB is unless modified a perfect bridge for grunge from the computer into the DAC. That's per se a ludicrous design but can be cured by inserting a no-noise 5V feed. The impact on SQ compared to a .......
144: DSpeaker Antimode has been center piece of my system for a decade (4.28)
Posted by longtimequadowner on 2021-12-30, 12:42:57 (24.69.166.29)
Outboard unit, has balanced in/out, has digital out so you can use it purely in the digital domain while still using your favorite dac. Not exactly a plethora of digital in/outs but enough for me. Has .......
145: Why don't all dacs have I2S input to go directly to their chips? (4.27)
Posted by Norm on 2011-04-19, 10:24:13 (74.192.32.214)
Why don't all computers have eSATA inputs and all hds have such inputs and outputs? Would and all eSATA connected server with a dac such as the Opp0 95 with an eSATA input sound best? Why are we still .......
146: RE: The dreaded newbie... (4.26)
Posted by MrRiver on 2012-07-28, 11:58:00 (173.31.29.84)
What OS do you currently use? Knowing that will help people recommend software for you. If the computer will remain in another room, you will either need to acquire a second PC or use something like D .......
147: RE: PS/2 Mice & other recent interesting HW comments... (4.23)
Posted by GStew on 2011-11-20, 20:29:12 (12.218.118.2)
What about the Q67 chipset boards. Gigabyte currently lists one: http://www.gigabyte.com/products/product-page.aspx?pid=3824#sp Not sure if it's available yet, Newegg doesn't list it. Any thoughts on .......
148: For what its worth I found an M-Audio AP 192 (4.20)
Posted by ArdRi on 2011-01-26, 11:10:02 (24.63.121.26)
on Craigslist for $60. I read it uses the same ADC chip as the ESI Juli@ though you can't remove the Analog side as with that card. In my intermediate step machine I have had no trouble at all with it .......
149: RE: Async USB, is the competitive advantage gone ? (4.18)
Posted by antigrunge on 2013-01-22, 11:09:47 (78.149.148.22)
I think neither is great: as to your point: I suggest you look at Srajan's review of the Zodiac Gold on six moons, where he found Sp/dif superior to USB for the wrong reasons. In any case my argument .......
150: RE: Anyone add EDO to their SBT and not like the sound? (4.18)
Posted by SBGK on 2016-05-17, 04:00:33 (192.149.117.69)
so you've changed from sp/dif to usb into the sprout ? Maybe the usb in the sprout isn't that good in which case you need a usb/spdif convertor and then you'll need a regen and then you'll need a bett .......
151: RE: I know the answer to all our computer audio questions. (4.18)
Posted by JerryS on 2010-04-10, 10:39:23 (24.8.65.191)
"The answer for computer audio is to reclock the s/pdif output prior to the dac." I suggest the answer is to abandon USB and SP/Dud for audio and do what the pros do: use FireWire. It is less expensiv .......
152: RE: Are there tests of FW, USB2, AES/EBU, Toslink, and SP Dif to assess which is better? If not, why not? (4.17)
Posted by SBGK on 2012-09-03, 18:22:34 (86.129.208.237)
these guys seem to have removed the requirement for these transport protocols by integrating memory and dac. why can't other manufacturers follow this lead, looks like the logical way forward ? http:/ .......
153: RE: Are there tests of FW, USB2, AES/EBU, Toslink, and SP Dif to assess which is better? If not, why not? (4.15)
Posted by fmak on 2012-09-04, 12:14:44 (91.125.232.136)
There is plenty of data on the web and in audio magazines containing meausrements and subjective evaluations of the interfaces. For high quality systems, there is little to choose amongst the interfac .......
154: Re: And this one.... (4.15)
Posted by ThomasPf on 2004-11-17, 20:49:44 (67.160.121.125)
Nice try. I assume you have read the last paragraph. The DB-3545 measures jitter only in the HF signal from a CD transport, and not in the SP/DIF digital output of a CD player or DAT machine. They ver .......
155: RE: any DAC with SP/DIF input (4.13)
Posted by soundchekk on 2021-08-15, 13:06:26 (37.201.116.152)
SPDIF/Toslink has it's own issues. Been there, done that. There were periods where I was testing numerous transformers, cables, all kind of Toslink stuff. It IMO wasn't any better than USB. And then t .......
156: RE: I just don't understand bothering to convert USB to SP Dif. (4.12)
Posted by Mercman on 2012-03-04, 08:04:03 (70.181.190.237)
The Alpha USB was built with the Berkeley Alpha DAC in mind. It allowed the DAC to have a USB connection that Berkeley felt was top rate and superior in sonic performance to their previous interface. .......
157: When in a hole, first thing is to stop digging (4.11)
Posted by Ryelands on 2010-04-23, 10:46:30 (85.211.234.240)
And pollute the dacs's power supply? No, because only the “dirty" side of the device is powered by the host. The "clean" side is not connected to the host, it's, er, isolated from it. Now why would .......
158: Re: Decent sound from a sound card? (4.11)
Posted by FastEddy on 2006-07-11, 17:08:56 (206.176.231.190)
Both choices (posts below) are great ... My preference would be the external USB to 24/96 M-Audio devices, but the EMU 0404 has SP/DIF coax and Toslink ... so ... (With the USB and FireWire external D .......
159: RE: Is PCI SP/DIF output better than USB,? (4.11)
Posted by Roseval on 2010-08-29, 06:34:00 (92.254.0.240)
A revies of the HiFace can be found here .......
160: Re: Mobo's with Sp/dif outputs (4.10)
Posted by Thorsten on 2006-01-10, 15:25:18 (82.35.154.114)
Hi, The fundamental problem with virtually all MoBo S/P-DIF is that the output will resample to 48KHz, so you better do it in software before the really shitty ASRC in the Chipset does it. For USB, th .......
161: Re: Am I missing something? (4.09)
Posted by Christine Tham on 2006-07-27, 14:49:31 (60.227.59.154)
Personally, I think it's worth the $2000. I built a similar player for myself, and the spare parts cost over $1000, so if i was selling it commercially, it would be well over $2000. Have a look at the .......
162: RE: Complete nonsense-Fact (4.09)
Posted by giulio on 2008-06-26, 02:27:52 (138.37.98.26)
Invoking respect for authority and/or alleged experience is no way of adjudicating a rational debate... The described procedure works on Windows XP SP on all my PCs with Intel motherboards (I have 3) .......
163: RE: A different example of a Unique Scheme (4.08)
Posted by Tony Lauck on 2010-06-14, 06:38:27 (65.19.76.104)
I don't think cold fusion was a scam. It might have been a mistake. More likely, it was an anomaly that with further investigation might lead to new knowledge, but the discoverers were beaten down by .......
164: RE: Windows 8 Audio Problems (4.06)
Posted by josh358 on 2012-11-27, 12:08:18 (64.252.140.144)
My problem is that I have a new HTPC with Win 7 on it, but no applications. So if I install the apps and wait until SP 1, I'll have to reinstall everything (since clean installs are more reliable than .......
165: RE: Is there a way to get SP Dif out of a MAC Mini. (4.03)
Posted by Dynobot on 2012-03-05, 18:20:53 (75.131.20.113)
My logic says this. IF USB were so great we would have SPDIF or Firewire to USB devices to feed USB into Dacs. That is to say the final conversion would be the superior format. However we see quite th .......
166: Re: Help needed to solve a problem when importing with iTunes version 5.0 (4.03)
Posted by Flatmap on 2005-09-26, 13:41:36 (24.18.161.183)
I have the same behavior on my Dell D400 laptop running xp (version 5.1, SP 2) and iTunes 5.0 -- also using an external CD drive. I have another CD unit at home I mean to try, to see if it's dependent .......
167: RE: Linux Build? (4.02)
Posted by SBGK on 2013-03-04, 14:46:51 (86.140.246.157)
Hi, did you see the instruction above ? If a different directory is used then change line playerextreme --file "c:\musicplayer\Files.txt" in sp.bat to the new directory. eg change to playerextreme -- .......
168: RE: Thats nice. Thanks for addressing my question so thoroughly - nt (4.01)
Posted by Dynobot on 2013-01-22, 09:57:43 (75.131.20.113)
but rather a need for kluges to get it to be on a par to SP/DIF. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ On-par??? People say Asynch is better than, not equal too SPDIF. These days USB is sending I2S straight .......
169: First 2 win2k dlls wouldn't boot (4.00)
Posted by riboge on 2012-01-20, 11:12:33 (174.68.103.254)
With shlwapi.dll and then usernv.dll I got a blue screen on startup saying the header checksum didn't match the computed checksum. I could not load these into reshacker either. Both were said by it to .......
170: I agree - I think this is the wave of the future ... (3.99)
Posted by Christine Tham on 2006-07-27, 14:55:57 (60.227.59.154)
move away from high jitter interfaces like USB and SP/DIF, and go for TCP/IP and AES/EBU. Plus low jitter from eliminating PLL. I will be very interested to hear how this thing sounds. From my perspec .......
171: RE: Is USB the worst cable for audio? Is it therefore that it is present on computers because it is the cheapest? (3.98)
Posted by rick_m on 2011-10-05, 14:50:20 (96.25.74.167)
"Why are there no SP/DIF or AES/EBU outputs on computers and Fire wire only on Macs?" Why are all politicians crooked? Neither are true, but they are useful assumptions... However the Hp/Compaq XP des .......
172: RE: bit depth, bandwidth, resolution, pc music server (3.98)
Posted by KnobSpinner on 2010-05-20, 10:19:53 (24.18.56.41)
"Recently I have been trying a sony vaio (vista os), using the optical sp/dif out into a Benchmark DAC1 PRE, then to the HT input (bypassing the onboard preamp) of a Musical Fidelity A1 (2008 version .......
173: Modded SB2 or Benchmark DAC1 (3.96)
Posted by oris98 on 2005-10-14, 19:04:47 (24.83.99.1)
Hi all, I am debating on the sound qty between the analog output of the modded SB2 vs the sp/dif out from SB2 to the stock Benchmark DAC1 ? Does anyone has experience of this comparision ? Which setup .......
174: RE: My USB DAC research and some questions... (3.94)
Posted by slwiser on 2009-01-01, 08:41:38 (76.123.17.234)
This is what I do....I have my Lavry DA10 being feed by either a HagUSB or a M-Audio USB Audiophile for higher rez files. The M-Audio and HagUSB take the computer's USB turn that into the digital SP/D .......
175: RE: DAC Suggestions (3.91)
Posted by Ken Stuart on 2011-12-27, 13:15:55 (66.122.76.214)
You wrote: " I understand that the USB port is very limited " I checked your link, and could not find anything that would give you that impression. The Music Streamer II and Music Streamer II+ are ext .......
176: Re: That's why MAC's are just better..... some ideas. (3.91)
Posted by fmak on 2006-05-12, 04:59:36 (87.228.165.229)
Gordon You have to use the right ASIO driver under Foobar - very confusing. In bin, you will find folders labelled Normal SSE SSE2 and SSE3. You need to look up which one your processor supports, then .......
177: RE: The way I would put it is... (3.90)
Posted by riboge on 2009-12-22, 13:48:36 (98.218.1.52)
I bought the Audio Research SP 2c back in the day. Nothing will ever seem to live up to the retrospective perfection. I had a system with that and its mate the Dual 50 F-1a 50w/ch tube amp feeding Mag .......
178: RE: Is there a way to get SP Dif out of a MAC Mini. (3.90)
Posted by Bob_C on 2012-03-05, 18:59:23 (74.72.103.126)
"IF USB were so great we would have SPDIF or Firewire to USB devices to feed USB into Dacs. That is to say the final conversion would be the superior format. However we see quite the opposite. The flo .......
179: They deserve some Stands for Sure... (3.90)
Posted by Cut-Throat on 2018-11-29, 11:30:40 (107.2.79.94)
I've got a pair of these.... Best stands I have ever seen. .......
180: Re: Sound Card Problem on Epia-SP system (3.90)
Posted by Presto on 2006-05-10, 09:20:49 (207.216.246.51)
Hey fmak: Try this first (just to be sure). Go to settings->control panel->system->"Hardware" tab->Device Manager and double click on "DVD/CD-ROM drives" You should see your drive there. Double click .......
181: Got my functionality back to ADD/REMOVE Disks/folders through... (3.89)
Posted by theob on 2012-02-07, 03:58:48 (76.122.133.81)
...the magnanamous (SP?) graciousness of Grant. The ability to limit folders/discs in the music library does affect sq. I think the, what I call the Ryelands routine (loading only the cues into the fo .......
182: Which is better format sonically: USB or S/DIF? (3.89)
Posted by David Shapiro on 2007-03-28, 18:50:53 (24.13.226.202)
So far, I received radically different viewpoints. One, Gordon Rankin, favors USB, and the second Alex Peychev, who favors SP/DIF. Not surprisingly, each one sells equipmnet using their favorite inter .......
183: RE: how to substitute win2k ntoskrnl.exe with ntoskrnl from XP sp2 ? I don't manage. (3.88)
Posted by riboge on 2012-01-19, 09:21:48 (174.68.103.254)
I extracted ntoskrnl.ex_ from an .iso of Windows 2000 Pro (no sp). This was dated 9/3/02 and is 967KB in properties, no version number given. Is this in fact the whole of "NT Kernel & system"? I don't .......
184: RE: Is there a way to get SP Dif out of a MAC Mini. (3.88)
Posted by audioengr on 2012-03-06, 09:12:21 (66.220.121.48)
"IF USB were so great we would have SPDIF or Firewire to USB devices to feed USB into Dacs." that makes no sense at all.... It's like saying we need I2S to S/PDIF converters so we can add S/PDIF to I2 .......
185: RE: Mac Mini + iTunes + iPod Touch Remote App - Slicker than Snot ! (3.86)
Posted by drumsgreg on 2008-12-07, 13:01:32 (65.164.193.24)
I just got the Mac mini a week ago and I`m having a ball with it, I also have the i170 and a ack dac, i don`t use it much anymore since i have the mac running, but the touch and the remote software is .......
186: RE: Ethernet v USB (3.84)
Posted by cawson@onetel.com on 2020-01-12, 09:42:02 (88.108.233.94)
They do different jobs. USB is "real time" so the DAC process the signal as it arrived in a stream. Using Ethernet your streamer requests "packages" of data from the internet and it processes it into .......
187: AES 2 wire? (3.84)
Posted by Djhymn on 2008-06-25, 17:16:39 (67.171.51.71)
Are you sure of this? Don't you mean that the AES signal is the balanced form of digital connection, as opposed to SP/DIF, which is generally unbalanced, as in RCA? My understanding is that the Lynx .......
188: RE: ripping input USB audio stream to FLAC's (3.84)
Posted by PAR on 2017-10-11, 14:54:22 (88.97.21.18)
" can I use the USB stream from a Behringer U-PHORIA UMC-204 to make hi-res FLAC files on my computer? Does dBpoweramp do this?" In short; no. dbpoweramp is ripping software. As Roseval has pointed ou .......
189: RE: Lower the volume on your DAC 1. (3.84)
Posted by kenzo on 2010-05-19, 19:49:40 (99.29.233.4)
Thanks for the reply. I checked again, and it is definitely the case that unless I reduce the digital output level (I tried both the optical sp/dif and USB outputs of my Vaio) I get very noticeable - .......
190: RE: Does the Install Disc have SP 2 on it? (3.83)
Posted by rhin0z15 on 2011-02-05, 18:38:21 (170.141.177.31)
After several stops during xp install. I used nlite to install xp from the usb with wintoflash The good thing about nlite is you can add sp3 and the drivers your xp installation will look for your chi .......
191: RE: You're a brave (wo)man :-) (3.82)
Posted by Mercman on 2011-12-15, 08:11:25 (99.174.246.225)
USB cables can sound different. Gordon has measured differences in cables. Shielding also influences noise on the cable. Most of the inmates that don't hear differences have never tried some of the "b .......
192: RE: Does anyone else think the USB out of an iMac sounds awful? (3.80)
Posted by jumpsturdy on 2009-03-25, 17:09:42 (75.68.22.232)
Make sure you have set things up properly in the audio/midi interface (utilities folder) before launching your audio playback app (iTunes?). If that doesn't fix things it may well be that your dac doe .......
193: Tried this as a pilot on the 2 largest dll's... (3.80)
Posted by theob on 2012-08-07, 07:26:35 (76.122.133.81)
...Ole32 and lsvr(sp?) and it worked like a charm. Picked up 3 mb of memory and its hard to tell if it sounds significantly better but certainly no worse and maybe just a little better. But this is te .......
194: RE: How do you remove wfp from xp sp3? (3.78)
Posted by Ryelands on 2011-08-21, 15:55:47 (85.211.144.51)
maybe I am missing something widely known . . . And the rest of us could well have it wrong but I suspect that Serge was just being circumspect (which, in this milieu, is welcome). Whatever, if you .......
195: Big Sale on Thuneau Allocator / Arbitrator products!! (3.78)
Posted by Presto on 2011-12-16, 11:56:56 (207.216.246.51)
CHRISTMAS SALE!! http://www.thuneau.com/buy.htm For impulse response / transient accurate / time-correct people who are into digital, your higher-order-passive-crossover speakers can be made transient .......
196: The Mysterious USB cable (3.78)
Posted by Mercman on 2012-09-28, 16:01:08 (70.181.190.237)
I recently purchased another Synergistic Tranquility Base to use under my DAC. Up to now, I have preferred the sound of the Acoustic Revive SP USB cable over my Audioquest Diamond with my Wavlength DA .......
197: You might want to turn on System Restore (3.75)
Posted by Tony Lauck on 2008-07-04, 14:47:56 (65.19.76.104)
You might want to turn on System Restore before you start doing any fancy system configuration work! I got real clever with one of my computers last month and trashed it totally. Turns out I had turne .......
198: RE: USB - Not much better than S/PDIF? (3.74)
Posted by cawson@onetel.com on 2009-05-22, 18:27:08 (89.240.58.171)
Hi Dawnrazor Many thanks for your constructive critisism of my posting. Most others were so outgaged at my slightly tongue-in-cheek suggestion that a stand-alone PC is no more suitable to serve music .......
199: Sound Card Problem on Epia-SP system (3.74)
Posted by fmak on 2006-05-09, 23:58:47 (87.228.165.229)
I have been trying to install an rme PAD 96 card on a miniitx system with No success. The program installs but I cannot get any sound out of the PCI bus froma Matshita 845 DVDRom with just the PCI bus .......
200: RE: Are there tests of FW, USB2, AES/EBU, Toslink, and SP Dif to assess which is better? If not, why not? (3.72)
Posted by Sprezza Tura on 2012-09-03, 17:04:43 (67.213.218.72)
Interesting. You say most consumers don't know what a DAC is. I say ignorance is bliss. With so many expert blowhards in high end audio, they are not missing much. The guy from Wavelength says SPDIF .......
Found 200 records in Critic's Corner.
1: Really? (13.12)
Posted by John Atkinson on 2011-09-23, 07:08:14 (96.224.184.213)
>As for loudspeakers in the sub-$300 range so often tested by Stereophile, >nope, I don't consider them as 'Hi-Fi' If I may ask, on what grounds? Consider the Pioneer speaker we reviewed in the Septem .......
2: Nah Not too young, just too forgetful! Yeah, first SS ARC sucked.. I do like my PH-2 though (13.12)
Posted by Elizabeth on 2012-03-18, 14:23:12 (65.28.190.41)
The Audio Research all balanced phono box the PH-2 never did get a review. $2,400. list and i picked up used for $700. Good deal if the PH-2 is put on a great powerline conditioner. Same for the Solid .......
3: Google is your friend... (8.71)
Posted by Tony Lauck on 2011-04-25, 20:09:21 (65.19.76.104)
"BTW, what the hell is a DUT?" Google is your friend... .......
4: And then there are switcheroos from the manufacturer (8.57)
Posted by E-Stat on 2007-07-05, 10:44:56 (206.255.203.68)
Back in 1981, I finally had scraped enough money together for a college student to finally buy the preamp of my dreams, an Audio Research SP-6. I had heard the earlier SP-3a in my own system and later .......
5: RE: uuHHHHH... (7.71)
Posted by E-Stat on 2014-05-23, 14:20:30 (206.255.207.68)
While the 9 is arguably better sounding in certain respects, especially for use with a medium output MC cartridge, I'm pretty sure the resale value of an SP-3a is higher. That is truly one of the clas .......
6: RE: Not exactly unprecedented (7.45)
Posted by Sommovigo on 2008-05-22, 12:31:10 (24.99.198.15)
I raised the issue of the Caliburn initially because it was dragged into the discussion about SP's policies by jdza. He characterized the Caliburn incorrectly, and I corrected him. The discussion evol .......
7: I hope you're wrong (7.37)
Posted by Beetlemania on 2015-02-17, 09:25:06 (166.2.89.39)
IMO, there are no E-zines with the same content, credibility, and quality of Stereophile. Soundstage is pretty good. They even include measurements for many DUTs (which is one reason why SP is king of .......
8: Perhaps there are other reasons that support this observation... (7.31)
Posted by Leefer on 2011-03-26, 20:57:20 (174.138.218.218)
I would agree that it is "a marketing thing". I would also suggest that the marketing departments of the manufacturers may have an even greater say in this than SP and TAS. This forum contains posts .......
9: RE: May SP- Interesting Article on Reissue vs Original Pressings (7.11)
Posted by WntrMute2 on 2023-05-02, 09:36:49 (69.14.167.192)
I'd like to read the article. Do you think a link or at least letting us know what SP stands for so a search might turn something ? Thanks in advance .......
10: Love Art D (6.71)
Posted by Ross on 2015-06-11, 19:18:39 (108.195.252.107)
But ( you knew ther would be a but). AD is not JA. JA has succeeded in essentially turning SP into an American version of Hi Fi News and Record Review- the magazine from which JA was hired. SP prides .......
11: Or... (6.59)
Posted by E-Stat on 2013-07-19, 12:23:29 (206.255.212.225)
a bad review can sometimes spell the death of a company. Return the company in the right direction to produce even better products. William Z. said HP's (accurate) assessment of the SP-4/D100 almos .......
12: SP vs TAS Recs (6.56)
Posted by mwhitmore on 2012-03-16, 09:56:30 (70.90.160.190)
As I understand it, SP recommends only components reviewed in the last 3 years, so that is the limit on ARC. TAS recommends some components they haven't seen in a decade, e.g. Soundlab. .......
13: RE: Stereophile to review Magnepan!?.... (6.48)
Posted by A.Wayne on 2015-06-19, 12:23:46 (50.150.232.230)
Understand John , but ..... SP reviews include , 1. subjective review, 2. objective measurements, 3 recommended components list, so i fail to see how this is considered a review as it only meets one .......
14: Sure (6.43)
Posted by Ross on 2005-04-14, 12:26:44 (216.206.81.10)
As JA pointed out, MANY prominent SP writers were discovered on the TAN BBS forum. You can debate whether or not their prominence came about because of SP or the TAN, but the fact remains that they we .......
15: Sure (6.37)
Posted by Ross on 2005-04-14, 12:26:44 (216.206.81.10)
As JA pointed out, MANY prominent SP writers were discovered on the TAN BBS forum. You can debate whether or not their prominence came about because of SP or the TAN, but the fact remains that they we .......
16: March Issue of SP (6.37)
Posted by Leefer on 2015-02-11, 15:33:30 (23.91.228.128)
John - that was a classy tribute to both Sam/Tom and Wes that you wrote in the March issue. I appreciated reading some of the details of both of their stays with SP and I too hope they do well going f .......
17: RE: Recent and future amplifier measurements (6.29)
Posted by A.Wayne on 2015-11-11, 03:14:04 (65.8.37.70)
JA and SP are not allowed to do power cube test on amplifiers (most of his friends would stop talking to him for sure) toobies would fail miserably , red cards and penalties would be the order of the .......
18: RE: Dude's just a big Elvis fan. A little hyperbole about his main man is all that was. (6.27)
Posted by Ross on 2011-08-25, 18:13:43 (74.243.228.103)
I'm not a fan of either Bachman or Palin. My point is that SP is no place for political commentary. We can quibble about the political orientation of the populace, but over time things average out to .......
19: i'd be happy with 6x SP per year if the content were 2x as good :) (6.22)
Posted by Tom Schuman on 2010-04-16, 04:03:09 (85.179.214.105)
quality reviewing takes time! TG always seems to have more time for selling than for comparing. ever seen a 'full review' by TG in SP? I haven't. not that 'full reviews' are always quality..... ::: TO .......
20: RE: Reviewers are always getting clobbered... (6.16)
Posted by the old school on 2011-05-01, 21:34:04 (71.204.142.113)
I'm NOT saying that SP is crap because they don't use analogue SOLELY for their reviews. I AM saying that SP (except for AD and MF) is crap because their reviewers use NO analogue in their reviews! Ex .......
21: Re: Dudley/Stereophile and credability (6.07)
Posted by PdL on 2004-08-12, 05:14:15 (66.202.27.62)
I enjoyed Art's writing with Listner! but I don't think it fits well in SP. His contributions in SP repeatedly come across as the token humor/comic relief section of the magazine. It just seems way to .......
22: Thanks, John. (6.07)
Posted by mwhitmore on 2014-01-13, 21:16:04 (67.169.78.20)
I appreciate you suppressing a big sigh and responding to this age old complaint. Even as we both understand that some people don't want to be confused with facts. For the record, my system is probabl .......
23: RE: Audio Research (5.85)
Posted by kentaja on 2010-09-08, 10:26:23 (205.188.116.16)
"Spending extended time with bad products is no fun." You got that right. Back then it seemed things were changing so quickly, so many new and inventive ideas. Some of these products were incredible a .......
24: RE: TAS Reviewer on JA's speaker measurements (5.78)
Posted by dbphd on 2008-09-14, 21:17:25 (68.6.77.125)
CH, My setup follows your advice, with an amp between the LR speakers and racks on the side wall. The insights you provide in your posts are valuable. Someday, I hope to feel that I can afford to repl .......
25: Another small point . . . (5.76)
Posted by Pjay on 2006-01-31, 05:31:11 (56.0.163.15)
is that if there were some reciprocation (from that other thread) or inconsistancy (lack of ears) in the reviewer, why are so many equipment evaluations similar? I don't read a lot of mags, but the fe .......
26: Dont be pedantic, John... (5.73)
Posted by Arvind Kohli on 2005-09-14, 09:44:42 (207.140.66.1)
...you know what he meant. MF has gotten a lot of coverage at SP the past few years, but with only 2 this year perhaps you have stemmed the tide (no sarcasm intended, honestly). For a fair while, my p .......
27: borderline useless ... (5.70)
Posted by TBone on 2015-03-26, 10:10:40 (184.146.144.129)
a simple synopsis of the gear reviewed should suffice, without any lot-based classification(s). Let the review/reviewer communicate it's merit, without the need to class. Plus, SP uses different revie .......
28: I can't agree with - RE: I can't agree (5.56)
Posted by Leefer on 2011-05-15, 14:53:27 (216.58.20.243)
I might see your point if SP was the only game in town. Make that the only game on the planet. Of course, they aren't, so that leaves the so-called startups with all the other rags and zines out there .......
29: RE: Don't totally agree. (5.46)
Posted by ackermanr@gjrmail.com on 2015-03-26, 08:08:53 (24.39.87.154)
SP rates what they review and unfortunately they have not reviewed many lower priced Pre-amps lately. Yes, it would be nice for them to review more but this is just the way it is. Don't let SP be your .......
30: All I can say is (5.34)
Posted by E-Stat on 2007-06-28, 09:24:46 (206.255.203.68)
in the thirty some years I've known him, Harry has always shot straight and spoken his mind. Candidly. More so in person. :) FWIW, my preferences are frequently different from his. For example, I was .......
31: RE: So, Art Dudley has a review amp go up in flames (literally) (5.31)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2019-01-02, 14:32:24 (107.139.217.246)
I mentioned this in another thread about this topic. 1. AD was probably really pissed (I would if damage to my home could have happened.). Thus, the reason not to accept another unit for review. 2. W .......
32: If only SP could emphasize its strengths. A quite mixed bag. (5.30)
Posted by edta on 2004-06-20, 18:47:11 (162.40.6.73)
Some great articles about digital sound, tube amps, etc. Also great measurements from JA. I've come to avoid all the equipment reviews save those by Bob Reina and JA and Art Dudley. John Marks I may s .......
33: Great to hear, but (5.28)
Posted by Ross on 2018-03-24, 20:21:38 (172.9.116.164)
With so many similar publications under the same roof, would it not be logical to expect some consolidation of content ? Such as the same or similar reviews appearing in multiple publications, or stan .......
34: such an obvious omission ... (5.14)
Posted by TBone on 2011-02-22, 10:43:57 (174.137.241.221)
My view on SP is neither here nor there, basically: my level of interest depends on the type of article/review and (moreso) the writers experience. Despite this current and rather meaningless debate, .......
35: Having been through a few buyouts and restructurings.... (5.12)
Posted by Ross on 2018-05-19, 08:36:02 (172.9.116.164)
There is always value in the acquired. Much may be superfluous, but there is always a jewel at the heart of the deal. I suspect SP, their industry reputation and US distribution may have been the jew .......
36: RE: Reviews: What's most/least important to you (5.07)
Posted by BillyBenBilly on 2012-09-21, 13:42:16 (24.210.218.177)
I like a reviewer with passion and a point of view. Personality, wit, sense of humor, and entertainment are also important.Tecnical specs are OK but subjective impressions from a reviewer who's biases .......
37: May you be very happy thinking that stuff is SOTA (5.03)
Posted by E-Stat on 2006-04-28, 07:49:19 (24.99.71.139)
No worse than what's available today. I left a Citation 11 like yours behind thirty years ago. The PAT-5 that replaced it was better. A later Van Alsine mod of my PAT-5 was better. The Audio Researc .......
38: RE: May Stereophile (5.03)
Posted by the old school on 2011-04-23, 23:11:41 (71.204.142.113)
Perhaps I have not made this clear: I am talking about long-term blind listening. When I compared blind my reference AR SP 8 phono section to the Fosgate Phono unit, I did so using dozens of records. .......
39: Translation of Low's letter: (5.01)
Posted by Ross on 2016-01-31, 12:22:10 (172.9.116.164)
After speaking with attorneys and PR consultants I have decided to spin this as follows: A public mea culpa Go out of my way to praise and thank the messenger Pledge to track down all parties responsi .......
40: does SP still officially review cables? OMG (4.98)
Posted by Tom Schuman on 2015-07-22, 06:34:00 (87.166.55.188)
Cable reviews are exercises in fantastical verbal conjuring, most of which is useless to anybody but to those whose cash is burning holes in their pockets and don't mind throwing money away. That is b .......
41: That TAS/ARC problem shows one reason the 'buddy system' does not work all the time (4.97)
Posted by Smelly_Socks on 2016-05-25, 10:03:17 (107.77.87.50)
Though it was an odd thing. TAS 'MADE" Audio Research famous and successful/ IMO without TAS Audio Research might have never made it big time. Then the tepid review of the SP-15. Which was basically d .......
42: RE: "I have it on good authority that Atkinson decided against reviewing MAGICO products ..." (4.92)
Posted by DanHaan on 2007-08-23, 20:31:44 (76.102.195.65)
This question was asked here before. It never got any serious attention from anyone. It is only when it brings some TAS bashing, that it gets some response. I feel, that it was a legit question back t .......
43: Stereophile Newsletter; Robert Baird's comments (4.92)
Posted by Ross on 2011-08-25, 16:06:43 (74.243.228.103)
Mr. Atkinson, Judging by the results of the most recent congressional elections, 2 of the previous 3 presidential elections and current polling results, the majority of this country is either conserv .......
44: Reviewers are always getting clobbered... (4.87)
Posted by Leefer on 2011-05-01, 07:01:54 (216.58.65.253)
for their equipment evaluation process. First of all, I agree with your preference for analogue over digital, but if you read the letters section of SP's print edition, there is often a letter from a .......
45: Re: Auditory memory: Myth and Reality (4.86)
Posted by mkuller on 2006-12-26, 12:38:53 (207.200.116.133)
...some have a better auditory memory than others. And you're likely to remember more vividly things you're passionate about. Think about all of the voices you recognize on the telephone - people you .......
46: what's next... (4.86)
Posted by TBone on 2011-09-15, 13:17:55 (174.137.241.221)
>>The whole ranking thing, for me, was just an ego stroke trying to see how much of my system was ever mentioned. Perhaps, that's the intent. Look, the only item within my system that ever got ranked .......
47: RE: I wonder why Magico V3 isn't listed in new Stereophile recommended components Class A full range? (4.83)
Posted by j frank parnell on 2008-10-03, 18:21:23 (71.6.87.250)
I think the issue is that regardless of the driver size, the low bass extension on some other non-limited class a speaker is not nearly as good as the Magico. That is, it seems like big boom boom at 6 .......
48: RE: Now that Peter Breuninger is with TAS instead of SP (4.77)
Posted by josh358 on 2010-08-12, 09:08:47 (64.252.132.33)
That would be great. I vote for it! .......
49: RE: May SP- Interesting Article on Reissue vs Original Pressings (4.63)
Posted by WntrMute2 on 2023-05-03, 09:02:13 (69.14.167.192)
Thanks. .......
50: Reina's review of the Audioengine 2 in Dec SP (4.63)
Posted by Tom Schuman on 2007-12-30, 03:18:40 (85.229.11.202)
Robert Reina writes that these speakers are "uncolored", yet the measurements show huge boosts in the bass response due to active equalization. Either 'uncolored' means something different from 'neutr .......
51: Miss Listener a lot. (4.63)
Posted by edta on 2004-11-11, 19:16:12 (162.40.6.134)
I did not renew my sub to sp. Too much corporate BS there. .......
52: RE: sound good:that would be... (4.59)
Posted by Tom Schuman on 2013-03-24, 23:57:35 (91.49.109.236)
I think SP should shed its snobbery and do a review of the C-Vs :=) .......
53: RE: Apologies (4.59)
Posted by A.Wayne on 2015-10-09, 16:46:03 (75.95.187.17)
We like pulling you over here John, plus the SP site is not that easy to access, well for me ... :) .......
54: I've been getting SP and Ab Snd for about $10/year each. nt (4.59)
Posted by oldmkvi on 2016-04-27, 21:46:41 (108.220.52.112)
/ .......
55: RE: SP admitted the obvious (4.59)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-10-17, 09:45:02 (100.38.76.33)
Here I thought all of the workers had caviar for breakfast. .......
56: RE: Review of 100K Von Scheikerts in July SP. nt (4.59)
Posted by Travis on 2020-06-08, 17:23:46 (98.142.48.237)
. .......
57: That's where I use capitalization (4.59)
Posted by E-Stat on 2020-08-03, 11:09:24 (206.255.201.68)
What a beautiful set of SP-3As on the rack to the left! .......
58: Thank you. I appreciate the confidence in my multi-preamp experience. Still have three in one system (4.59)
Posted by Elizabeth on 2012-11-24, 16:43:58 (65.28.166.84)
The Bryston BP-26 as my main preamp.(and a Bryston 1.5 phono box) The Vac Standard as a glorified tube buffer for digital stuff. And a Audio Research Sp-15 I keep just for the tubed phono section $16, .......
59: RE: How long after I renew SP subscription . . . (4.55)
Posted by jimmycj on 2013-04-01, 08:41:07 (68.117.70.24)
I did same thing,finally got a issue it took weeks. .......
60: RE: SP, JA, system synergy, and the role of meareuments (4.54)
Posted by middleground on 2013-12-11, 14:04:00 (174.92.178.24)
You are definitely too logical to post here! .......
61: SP makes exception to dealer rule for products sold direct-t (4.54)
Posted by agattu on 2014-12-19, 01:45:04 (206.174.2.133)
. .......
62: perhaps because many still take SP seriously. (4.54)
Posted by mwhitmore on 2015-05-01, 16:44:20 (70.35.46.146)
While TAS...Well, see John Marks' "You're getting an award! How big an ad do you want to buy?" .......
63: Just wondering have u been to Mt. Horeb?… (4.54)
Posted by millen on 2006-05-18, 09:35:04 (142.56.5.23)
That is where they live they come in all sizes and shapes. .......
64: I'll split the difference (4.52)
Posted by E-Stat on 2008-07-11, 11:18:17 (206.255.203.68)
SP came yesterday while TAS arrived today. rw .......
65: RE: SP 1/12 cover blurb "Digital Doesn't Get Any Better' (4.50)
Posted by bjh on 2012-02-09, 20:13:52 (174.115.148.55)
Ah man! .......
66: KEF 104aB and KEF 105 (4.50)
Posted by Ole Lund Christensen on 2010-07-08, 08:51:41 (91.9.210.82)
The KEF 104aB does not extend down in the bass as well as the 105. The 105 is a 3 way with a 12" bass unit. The 104aB looks like a 3 way, but it is a 2 way with a 8" woofer and a big passive slaveunit .......
67: what's so bad about ads? they keep SP et al. in business (4.47)
Posted by Tom Schuman on 2010-04-13, 00:29:28 (78.54.59.60)
You'd think I uttered a four letter word or insulted someone. More to the point, this policy of not publishing ads in the middle of a review is a distinction without a difference. With so many glossy .......
68: The audio critic you'd most like to hang out with. (4.47)
Posted by edta on 2004-11-11, 19:43:36 (162.40.6.134)
Cool dude. Hope he finds an outlet when SP tanks. .......
69: SP 1/12 cover blurb "Digital Doesn't Get Any Better' (4.46)
Posted by mwhitmore on 2012-02-08, 11:26:52 (67.115.155.135)
Isn't this what we've been complaining about? .......
70: RE: Strongly disagree (4.46)
Posted by Mike Mc on 2012-05-03, 20:08:28 (58.169.68.238)
Remember, JNS despises SP, almost as much as CH hates JV. .......
71: RE: SP, JA, system synergy, and the role of meareuments (4.46)
Posted by middleground on 2013-12-11, 14:01:56 (174.92.178.24)
Probably because human hearing is way more tolerant than audiophiles are. .......
72: RE: I've been getting SP and Ab Snd for about $10/year each. nt (4.46)
Posted by BubbaMike on 2016-04-27, 22:26:43 (98.247.225.84)
Do you live in OZ? The OP does. .......
73: RE: 3 More Years! (4.46)
Posted by A.Wayne on 2016-07-07, 12:17:00 (65.8.37.221)
John , is there a bandwidth situation with SP website , then why are articles posted so devoid of pics...? .......
74: RE: Recent and future amplifier measurements and the Audio Critic (4.46)
Posted by A.Wayne on 2015-11-12, 04:58:21 (107.72.164.36)
Peter is not using his anymore John, maybe he will donate it to SP ..... :) .......
75: April SP out yet? Need my fix, hasn't arrived. Nt. (4.41)
Posted by Tom Schuman on 2020-03-17, 06:17:46 (84.189.238.136)
Nt .......
76: RE: Dude's just a big Elvis fan. A little hyperbole about his main man is all that was. (4.38)
Posted by zako on 2011-08-25, 19:09:02 (64.91.23.118)
BUT SOME SP READERS WILL SAY IF YOU BELIEVE WHAT THE EDITORS PONTIFICATE YOU WILL GO TO HELL.. .......
77: RE: Much as I hate to do it, I gotta post a partial apology. (4.37)
Posted by A.Wayne on 2015-05-21, 09:10:53 (50.150.232.230)
SP and in particular JA, still do measurements , Nuff Said, well , Almost, I wish you would test cartridges John .. Regards. .......
78: Dozens of fellows have heard it clearly, OTOH, including a prominent SP writer. (4.37)
Posted by clarkjohnsen on 2008-06-11, 08:09:17 (208.58.2.83)
I asked him when he might mention it to management, and he said, not until they bring it up... and maybe not even then. clark .......
79: any speaker costing more than $US5K that can't get down to 30Hz flat in rioom is a rip-off (4.33)
Posted by Timbo in Oz on 2016-01-05, 01:03:45 (180.200.147.106)
and this one has other issues. For me audio has never been about 'price'. SP has lost its way. .......
80: RE: Sterophile: flawed audio mag and . . . (4.33)
Posted by A.Wayne on 2016-02-15, 07:40:25 (65.8.37.191)
Speaking of , another technical slam in SP current issue will surely bring the dogs out ... .......
81: Now that Peter Breuninger is with TAS instead of SP (4.33)
Posted by Ross on 2010-08-09, 19:44:14 (74.178.15.208)
will his article on the AR3a every see publication ? If not in the magazine, what about online ? Thank you, Ross .......
82: RE: Now that Peter Breuninger is with TAS instead of SP (4.32)
Posted by Pat D on 2010-08-15, 19:59:57 (99.251.236.4)
Been there, done that. You are confusing David Clark with Richard Clark. Care to try again? .......
83: RE: May I be so bold as to suggest (4.32)
Posted by Tom Schuman on 2008-01-02, 07:41:39 (85.176.23.35)
Good point, Mr. Hansen. There is so much hype, especially on the internet mags. At least SP measures (and some of their writers are measured as well :) .......
84: RE: Both Stereophile and TAS both seem actively edited (4.29)
Posted by lord addleford on 2014-10-12, 15:21:44 (50.163.14.245)
Then how do you explain SP's former writer, Mr.Mejias, who I realize that JA thought was just wonderful? .......
85: RE: Of course. (4.29)
Posted by A.Wayne on 2015-06-01, 07:29:42 (50.150.232.230)
Well try and beat SP to a review of Teddy Pardo's actually affordable amplifiers, yes. yes, I know against the grain , not 10K affordable , but think of the humanity . .......
86: Just picked up (4.29)
Posted by Ross on 2013-03-31, 19:47:47 (74.178.6.139)
a Musical Fidelity A3.2 integrated amp. SP Rec Class C c2003. But the price was right. Best, Ross .......
87: WOW, Dem!! It's lucky for you SP and TAS didn't review or recommend rectal thermometers! :-) NT (4.26)
Posted by TeddiJackEddie on 2013-04-03, 13:09:50 (74.111.121.153)
NT .......
88: RE: It's all ancient history, but... (4.26)
Posted by A.Wayne on 2015-06-09, 10:22:08 (50.150.232.230)
I was surprised when TAS came back , was it 94.? When did Harley get involved, wasnt he involved with SP at the time...? .......
89: RE: Look up owner reviews and read the other bad news, too. (4.26)
Posted by the old school on 2011-04-30, 22:18:21 (71.204.142.113)
Not one salesman/demonstrator at the 2010 CAS claimed that digital was superior to analogue. NOT ONE! Even in the Audio Note room (they had no analogue), their demonstrator admitted that analogue was .......
90: K ... but ... (4.26)
Posted by TBone on 2015-03-23, 15:35:05 (184.146.144.129)
any such "interpretation" can be considered offensive. I understand your original point, I really do (i consider SP RC list a very loose "marketing" guide at best ) ... but your choice of word, didn't .......
91: SP gives away most of its content as free on the web . . . (4.25)
Posted by Billy Wonka on 2018-05-26, 12:45:01 (108.81.116.219)
that may stop as they go paperless. Although, you can't sustain being a premier publication if you don't have something on the shelf. Maybe big decisions down the road. .......
92: FINALLY !!! TAS revises their site (4.25)
Posted by Leefer on 2012-09-15, 07:23:37 (174.138.210.208)
Their Equipment Reports are much more accesible than the last time I tried to navigate their site. The most recent review is by Jim Hannon of the NOLA Metro Grand Reference Loudspeaker dated Sep 13th .......
93: Is that what the latest SP survey says? (4.23)
Posted by Myles B. Astor on 2009-03-23, 03:36:26 (208.125.21.226)
nt Myles B. Astor .......
94: RE: More shoes dropping after SP buyout- related publication (4.23)
Posted by BubbaMike on 2018-05-22, 20:09:54 (71.197.165.108)
that's a shame. Unlike the audio magazines Shutterbug was an honest publication. .......
95: RE: Don't Forget that JGH left SP before his death (4.23)
Posted by John Atkinson on 2013-04-26, 13:13:46 (4.30.12.126)
>Don't Forget that JGH left SP before his death for many of the same >reasons as HP left TAS. Not so. The major disagreement Gordon had with me when he left in 1999 was my refusal to abandon coverage .......
96: RE: agreed... (4.23)
Posted by Tom Schuman on 2010-09-16, 04:11:58 (188.192.241.193)
Mr Sircom, Thanks for your insights. You must be right about the level of customer interest...you can take a horse to water, etc. I tried to bring up in the most innocuous way possible the subject of .......
97: RE: Now that Peter Breuninger is with TAS instead of SP (4.22)
Posted by Pat D on 2010-08-11, 19:28:30 (99.251.236.4)
I suppose that means no one will do a good set of measurements for the old AR-3a so that we can get a good idea of how it performs. .......
98: "by engineers, for engineers" (4.19)
Posted by mwhitmore on 2013-11-25, 21:04:28 (67.169.78.20)
SP 12/13 p57. Nuff said! (guffaw) .......
99: RE: Still see Stereophile and British mags at Chapters and Mayfair News (4.18)
Posted by rdf on 2009-02-19, 22:16:55 (207.6.192.157)
Odd. TAS is still at the local London Drugs and an indy near work, Sp and HiFi have been gone for four months min. .......
100: RE: Perhaps there are other reasons that support this observation... (4.18)
Posted by jimdgoulding@yahoo.com on 2011-03-26, 21:21:13 (206.224.96.244)
Very rational, sir, indeed. Wouldn't surprise me if TAS and SP are thinking the same thing. I'll be back in awhile to take some buttholes here to task. .......
101: RE: SP 1/12 cover blurb "Digital Doesn't Get Any Better' (4.18)
Posted by geoffkait on 2012-02-08, 18:36:09 (72.192.238.193)
Isolate it and replace the stock power cord. It'll get better. No matter how much you have in the end you would have had even more if you had more to begin with. - old audiophile saying .......
102: RE: SP 1/12 cover blurb "Digital Doesn't Get Any Better' (4.18)
Posted by John Atkinson on 2012-02-09, 18:55:09 (173.77.11.81)
>Oh good, I feared you might contend the point, great. I am afraid you read too much into my comment, bjh. .......
103: RE: JA and AD: How about a response to Coffman's mnufacturer comment? (4.18)
Posted by lord addleford on 2013-12-20, 09:06:28 (24.91.40.202)
Are you ready to be bitten on the ankle (grrr) for having the audacity to cast an iota of aspersion on SP staff? .......
104: RE: SP gives away most of its content as free on the web . . . (4.18)
Posted by John Atkinson on 2018-05-27, 05:13:15 (173.52.246.27)
>that may stop as they go paperless. Stereophile will continue as a print magazine. It is Shutterbug that is pivoting to Web-only publication. .......
105: RE: "by engineers, for engineers" (4.16)
Posted by Old Listener on 2013-11-27, 09:52:37 (69.42.15.214)
How about some more info? SP = Stereophile? Wwhat company and product are you talking about? .......
106: Reminds me of a hi-fi salesman (4.16)
Posted by E-Stat on 2006-06-06, 09:30:16 (24.99.71.139)
who once told me that they never sold Audio Research gear. His credibility disappeared as I pointed out that I had purchased my SP-6 from them. The clueless should begin by asking a question rather th .......
107: RE: SP 1/12 cover blurb "Digital Doesn't Get Any Better' (4.14)
Posted by dbphd on 2012-02-14, 09:49:20 (184.187.177.4)
That really is old school thinking. I suppose you use a wind-up victrola with a horn so as not to sully the analog experience with electricity. db .......
108: Absolutely (4.14)
Posted by E-Stat on 2014-05-23, 18:02:18 (206.255.207.68)
along with phase and front touch panel or remote selectable phono loading. Tube hour counter. Configurable shutdown. Way cool. SP-20 Manual .......
109: Most magines, SP included, have an index which (4.14)
Posted by johnmil on 2005-09-15, 03:43:55 (69.148.49.237)
includes the authors of the articles. The author's name also appears at the top of the page. There, I explained it for you folks who aren't rocket scientists. .......
110: RE: After a little looking (4.13)
Posted by A.Wayne on 2015-05-26, 14:18:55 (107.72.164.63)
The xoverless idea is not new , this is just another attempt...Muser is projecting , instead of rolling out whats involved in getting a review, sad fella .... :( Doubt you will get to see the review .......
111: Indeed (4.13)
Posted by Ross on 2018-04-10, 14:23:08 (172.9.116.164)
HFNRR music reviews are extremely useful. I wonder if SP would be able to publish analysis of what is and is not Hi Rez. Seems to me there would be a lot of red faces in the US Hi Rez download market .......
112: SP admitted the obvious (4.13)
Posted by Ross on 2018-10-17, 09:28:11 (172.9.116.164)
Big expensive products sell copy. Give props to JA for admitting this in print. While the subject was cover photos, the implication is broad, and we should thank him for his candor. .......
113: What's interesting is that when he started the Audio Critic way back when he believed some of the stuff.... (4.10)
Posted by JimL on 2005-07-02, 20:35:09 (67.42.137.29)
he now calls lies. He used to do subjective tests of amps and preamps, for example, and he even liked some tubed preamps (ARC SP-6). .......
114: Re: Put your money away... (4.10)
Posted by the roofman on 2006-08-12, 19:07:07 (67.143.123.42)
Fanfare doen't run any "Audio" columns any more. They used to have Howard Ferstler, Al Fasolt (sp?), Neil Levinson, and Mike Silverton. Whether you agreed with them or not, they were a varied and inte .......
115: SP newsletter (the irony) (4.07)
Posted by KKC on 2008-10-15, 13:38:17 (24.126.165.101)
So it shows up in my inbox today, and what do we have dominating the page? A large ad for the Bose Lifestyle System! I know, I know, their dollar is as green as anyone else's and you can't - and would .......
116: Maybe SP's involvement has an ulterior motive ... (4.07)
Posted by bjh on 2016-01-31, 12:57:29 (184.146.159.75)
I mean posting Low's admittedly weak (I resisted the pun) letter could be seen as something less than generous. After all wasn't it AQ that stole Stephen Mejias away robbing JA of a exit? ::: TOPIC:: .......
117: IMO: SP really needs to ignore its readers (4.07)
Posted by Sordidman on 2013-05-09, 09:28:51 (108.169.2.66)
especially the readers from this Asylum. And, they really need to get away from participating here as well. No way should what they write be influenced in any way, by anyone, - other than any particul .......
118: RE: Analog signal cables, perhaps; speaker cables, I kind of doubt (4.06)
Posted by fantja on 2016-05-16, 12:05:40 (165.214.11.84)
JM- it would be of interest to me to read about the IC and SP cables that you do like, use or endorse. I am a "cable" guy 1st. .......
119: "we have something better now" riiiiiiiiiiiiiiight (4.06)
Posted by Analog Scott on 2009-03-22, 09:42:40 (72.2.50.23)
Where can I get the download of Coltrane's Bluetrain for my hardrive that will sound better than my AP reissue played back on my Forsell/Koetsu/ARC SP 10? I-tunes? .......
120: RE: Translation of Low's letter: HELP ...!!!! (4.03)
Posted by A.Wayne on 2016-02-02, 10:02:45 (107.72.162.109)
No need to protect the readership gents, I'm sure most can read, comprehend and then protect themselves, maybe those offended are in need of some kind of PG rated issue, seems everything printed in S .......
121: VA (4.03)
Posted by Ross on 2020-10-12, 09:15:45 (71.204.227.42)
made several products that were fixtures in the SP RC lists for many years. VA Super PAS3 comes to mind. I don't think VA sends components out for review anymore. .......
122: RE: I have ALL Stereophile or TAS - recommended components (4.03)
Posted by the old school on 2013-04-05, 20:48:35 (76.126.197.238)
Yes, everything I own was once recommended by SP or TAS, but they review almost everything and LOVE, just LOVE everything! .......
123: RE: LOL (4.03)
Posted by Satie on 2011-03-06, 12:40:24 (75.179.191.203)
I will not make an argument regarding the digital processing capabilities in today's PC and standalone crossover/EQ. I have been sitting on the fence on applying these for the last 3+ years. I have ad .......
124: I miss John Curl, Gordon Rankin, and Charles Hansen, among others (4.02)
Posted by Beetlemania on 2015-04-30, 08:25:31 (24.11.15.218)
They used to post regularly but more than one inmate was beyond rude to most anything they would post. I think I saw a recent post from Victor Khomenko, maybe Ralph Karsten (sp?) but that's about it. .......
125: RE: Stephen Mejias (4.00)
Posted by the old school on 2011-05-17, 22:23:11 (71.204.142.113)
It would be great if ANYONE at SP did blind tests. I bet MF couldn't consistently pick out these horribly expensive cables from $500 ones BLIND. Not much of interest for me in this issue, but that's f .......
126: RE: Is it Rice Crispies, or that wretched, abrasive, needle, cutting plastic? (4.00)
Posted by the old school on 2011-05-18, 20:13:44 (71.204.142.113)
Yet, when blind tasting or blind listening tests are ACTUALLY done, more expensive does NOT always mean better. MF's review is worth zero to 98+% of SP readers. Yes, IMO. .......
127: RE: IMO: SP really needs to ignore its readers (4.00)
Posted by Sprezza Tura on 2013-05-09, 09:33:48 (173.44.138.236)
The Absolute Sound tried ignoring their readers. What it got them was circulation one third of Stereophile's, and declining, and a magazine very much out of touch, with content written and supplied by .......
128: THANK YOU, John for all the thought provoking columns in SP and posts on AA (4.00)
Posted by BillyBenBilly on 2015-10-16, 19:16:26 (75.185.225.229)
Best wishes as you go forth to engage new challenges and endeavors. The seed for growth is present in all. Fortunate are those who build their lives on that quest! I look forward to your published chr .......
129: RE: That's where I use capitalization (4.00)
Posted by Doug Schneider on 2020-08-03, 11:15:59 (174.114.101.42)
If the model name is caps, yes. If it's not, there's another solution, which is to say: "What a beautiful set of SP-3a preamplifiers on the rack to the left!" I don't know what ARC actually called tho .......
130: RE: Dude's just a big Elvis fan. A little hyperbole about his main man is all that was. (3.98)
Posted by JNS on 2011-08-25, 18:44:55 (50.82.86.236)
Most enthusiasts I know dont take SP's opinions about audio seriously so I am not the least bit concerned about the influence of political commentary from this publication. Such things just reinforce .......
131: RE: Roy Hall/John Atkinson (3.96)
Posted by E-Stat on 2014-05-21, 16:58:43 (206.255.207.68)
In my line of work, I frequently give presentations to an audience and am later supplied with evaluation cards as to how I performed. I know that I hit the mark when I get a roughly equal mix of "too .......
132: JV and WG have been given... (3.96)
Posted by mkuller on 2006-12-18, 10:06:13 (207.200.116.133)
...a lot of latitude since the new owners took over and HP was relegated to a columnist rather than editor. There have always been writers who aspire to replace HP - remember M. Gindi (sp)? I'd put JV .......
133: You are thinking of... (3.96)
Posted by mkuller on 2011-04-17, 20:43:50 (207.200.116.66)
...Pat Donelycott (sp?) one of the original reviewers in TAS in the 1970s. I spoke to him once in 1990 when I was designing my audio room. This Pat D is his polar opposite - he appears to be an object .......
134: RE: Has anyone received the June issue of Stereophile? (3.94)
Posted by jllaudio on 2013-05-29, 15:55:08 (108.85.221.215)
I was called a grumpy old man when I was 6 and now that I'm 6X10 plus some number, nothing has changed, except the quality of my stereo equipment. From Victrola to Wizz Bang, quite an improvement. I .......
135: RE: +1 on that. (3.93)
Posted by E-Stat on 2015-11-12, 17:26:03 (206.255.200.146)
John Curl has a lot of good things to say on this topic. And has produced some truly noteworthy components along the way. I found the Mark Levinson JC-2 to be the first solid state preamp (back in .......
136: Followup- (3.91)
Posted by Ross on 2019-07-18, 14:26:51 (108.195.252.107)
My area BN locations stock SP, and always have several copies available. TAS used to be available, and featured up front in the rack where distributors/ publishers buy placement. HF+ was always in th .......
137: RE: JV argues that he wants his audio system to reproduce what is on the recording disk. (3.90)
Posted by the old school on 2011-06-23, 09:29:42 (71.204.142.113)
Well, you need to read this thread from the beginning. Euphonically colored components are, by definition, in the third camp: pleasing sound; they are neither in the first or second camps: truth to th .......
138: RE: SP gives away most of its content as free on the web . . . (3.90)
Posted by cpmavrick on 2018-05-31, 06:24:55 (50.89.196.8)
John I enjoy Stereophile via ZINIO, but compared to the other ZINIO online mags my wife and I read, Stereophile is the slowest online. Why is that. Can you speed it up some. .......
139: RE: Don't Forget that JGH left SP before his death (3.90)
Posted by fantja on 2013-04-26, 19:27:22 (68.207.144.212)
Right On! JA- there are other publications that deal in HT. IME, both TAS & Stereophile, in which I have been a subscriber since 1993, were not designed for HT. I, do enjoy the info that Kal has to sh .......
140: RE: Do you prefer print or web-based audio publications and why (3.88)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2018-01-24, 05:12:48 (107.139.217.246)
I like print magazines, however, I like the web for research (it's so easy with Google). Plus, I am one who likes the ads in TAS an SP. Especially toward the back of the magazine. Good way to see uniq .......
141: I can see how something like that could happen ... (3.88)
Posted by bjh on 2006-05-16, 13:03:23 (216.209.33.106)
"And speaking of recordings, I've never seen a mention in SP or TAS or $$ or SS or ST or EtM or PFO or HFN/RR or UA or Fi -- about the polarity of *any* recording. Once upon a time Peter Moncrieff pro .......
142: RE: March 2011 TAS (3.87)
Posted by acres verde on 2011-02-28, 10:54:58 (209.163.221.154)
I think you unwittingly hit the nail on the head in your post. At the end of the day, collectively, the message from SP to the readership is "...it's all good...". Absolute Sound is no better. They ju .......
143: RE: IIt's a date :-) (3.87)
Posted by Eldragon on 2014-12-20, 13:59:47 (24.119.60.237)
That's sweet Sue! Don't know about extra pair of speakers, but as i recall you live in the 'frozen tundra' so this little heater I'd bring and would do the job...I think you haven't reviewed it yet? .......
144: Is it me or has MQA hype died down quite a bit? (3.87)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2018-11-13, 04:01:43 (107.139.217.246)
The latest issues of SP and TAS no longer seem like marketing booklets for MQA. Not a whole lot on the news front. Not many new major MQA devices (at the affordable level) announced. Has MQA run its c .......
145: RE: How long after I renew SP subscription . . . (3.85)
Posted by John Atkinson on 2013-03-27, 10:11:37 (71.190.30.223)
>How long after I renew SP subscription before I start getting the magazine? It seems paradoxical in these days of instant Internet gratification that it does take 6-8 weeks for a new subscriber to s .......
146: RE: SP 1/12 cover blurb "Digital Doesn't Get Any Better' (3.84)
Posted by John Atkinson on 2012-02-08, 17:18:42 (173.77.11.81)
>Oh give it up! You've been flogging that horse for friggin' years, going so far >as to routinely declare hi rez player of not actually being that ... yet for all I can >see it appears another complet .......
147: RE: The sad part is this stuff actually sounds quite good... (3.83)
Posted by the old school on 2011-05-07, 21:33:13 (71.204.142.113)
Well, I'll side with TAS over Stereophile any day. Aside from AD's and MF's systems, you would have to pay me to listen to any of SP's other "reviewers" systems. It's NOT TAS that is a joke: It's Ster .......
148: I went back to the library (3.83)
Posted by E-Stat on 2011-01-09, 08:53:50 (206.255.211.134)
and dug out some issues from the 80s to revisit this bruhaha. To establish perspective, let's first travel to 1983 in issue 30 where he reviewed the JC-80 preamp. Summation? " The JC-80 is, in fact, .......
149: RE: I disagree... (3.83)
Posted by DAP on 2013-09-26, 06:49:25 (199.198.223.106)
Kal Rubinson: "It has always been meaningless because it is so highly personal. JA's guideline for restricting "affordable" to SP reviewers have come up with ingenious ways around this: "relatively a .......
150: SP review of the Quad-II reissue (3.82)
Posted by Ross on 2005-07-13, 12:19:33 (216.206.81.10)
I notice that the amp uses KT-66 tubes like the original and certainly appears to be a faithfull reproduction (unlike the II-40 of a few years ago). However, can anyone comment regarding what if any d .......
151: How long after I renew SP subscription . . . (3.82)
Posted by Brian H P on 2013-03-26, 10:39:48 (69.59.200.72)
. . . before I start getting the magazine? I sent in my renewal (the 26 issues for $14 offer) in the middle of February, and my payment cleared the bank on March 3. Still no magazine in my mailbox -- .......
152: RE: Hi Sue, any Grey Poupon ...? (3.82)
Posted by A.Wayne on 2016-05-31, 19:38:00 (65.8.37.238)
Ohhh Yes , for sure John can take a punch , maybe as good as Conor .. BTW never heard of TAB before Sue and I'm sure if JA ever incorporates the mighty power cube test on SS amplifiers at SP , Charlie .......
153: RE: SP admitted the obvious (3.82)
Posted by Krav Maga on 2018-10-17, 09:55:30 (24.243.226.38)
I guess that explains why on earth Stereophile put Apple's Homepod on the August cover. Think about it. Apple's Homepod on the cover of Stereophile magazine. .......
154: RE: Now that Peter Breuninger is with TAS instead of SP (3.81)
Posted by theaudiohobby on 2010-08-12, 08:20:50 (90.198.203.8)
"and I learned how little ruler-flat response curves have to do with the way loudspeakers actually sound." Excellent strawman...there is more to suite of measurements than the "ruler-flat" response cu .......
155: RE: Or how about this one? (3.81)
Posted by Myles B. Astor on 2009-05-29, 02:39:40 (208.125.21.226)
Yeah, but to be fair Charlie, didn't Stereophile reprint portions of JGH's book too?? I seem to remember at the time, SP also was also publishing a similar series by Jack English defining audio techno .......
156: closely resemble the SP (3.80)
Posted by fmak on 2018-04-11, 23:16:45 (87.228.132.1)
If access to work that costs and requires true audio expertise becomes free or almost free, and reliance is on adverts, then content will suffer. The publications(s) will pander to the needs and desir .......
157: RE: Speaking of deal-breakers (3.80)
Posted by Beetlemania on 2016-07-10, 20:55:46 (24.10.136.113)
Wow. The video didn't strike me as especially credible 'til the clips of the Republican congress-critter and the MP. I couldn't finish the video - too disturbing. I've got some other work to do . . . .......
158: RE: SP gives away most of its content as free on the web . . . (3.79)
Posted by John Atkinson on 2018-05-31, 11:46:41 (207.66.194.226)
>compared to the other ZINIO online mags my wife and I read, Stereophile >is the slowest online. Why is that. I am afraid I don't have any idea why that should be. It downloads to my iPad as fast any .......
159: I don't think it breaks down quite so simply (3.77)
Posted by Analog Scott on 2011-06-22, 09:19:44 (99.91.243.55)
"The problem with audio components that make both great and crappy recordings sound pleasant is this: yes, crappy recordings will sound better than they would via a more accurate system, but great rec .......
160: 'What's an Audiophile (Part 634)' (3.76)
Posted by mwhitmore on 2015-07-11, 18:33:38 (50.185.86.64)
(SP 8/15 p.3) Steve Guttenberg: "a person who frets over their(sic) system, agonizes over choices, loves gear, and sometimes music." Doesn't describe me, but any 'civilian' who sees my system---turnta .......
161: Yatta yatta yatta . . . (3.76)
Posted by Pjay on 2005-11-21, 18:14:54 (68.98.150.83)
The point about the look up is that it is random. one could randomly look in the phone book as well as randomly look on the net. One is just as exposed. Reverse lookups were not that hard, law or no l .......
162: RE: I agree (3.76)
Posted by the old school on 2011-04-29, 22:03:16 (71.204.142.113)
IMO, almost all of Stereophile is worthless (all those "reviews" by those who fail to use any analogue: JA, WP, ST, Marks, and many others). Almost all of these fans of digital have been praising it f .......
163: RE: Art Dudley/ Fuse (3.74)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2018-12-26, 06:14:03 (107.139.217.246)
The big question is: If this had been a McIntosh, AR or any other major brand with big $$$, would the fire had been mentioned at all? Yes, I've read reviews where a binding post or something may have .......
164: RE: Art Dudley - Listening (Aug. 08) (3.74)
Posted by acres verde on 2008-07-30, 11:38:19 (209.136.24.246)
I can't remember what issue it was in or even if it was before his SP days but the defining Dudleyism that has stuck with me all of these years and hoisted the red flag for me for all future Dudley di .......
165: RE: Will some of you guys Who know (3.73)
Posted by A.Wayne on 2016-02-03, 06:44:57 (65.8.37.147)
I had asked before to no avail, is Mr Garvey a cable manufacturer ? industry affiliation ...? Garvey does bring a lot of angst to the table, frankly if SP had never posted the letter and Mr Garvey ha .......
166: Don't Forget that JGH left SP before his death (3.72)
Posted by Ross on 2013-04-26, 12:31:26 (171.161.160.10)
for many of the same reasons as HP left TAS. That said, I was never fond of HP's creative style but I am less fond of the direction of the "new" TAS. Best, Ross .......
167: RE: Now that Peter Breuninger is with TAS instead of SP (3.72)
Posted by John Atkinson on 2010-08-12, 07:08:07 (12.169.244.100)
>I suppose that means no one will do a good set of measurements for the >old AR-3a so that we can get a good idea of how it performs. I have done a complete set of measurements on 2 samples of the AR .......
168: RE: JV argues that he wants his audio system to reproduce what is on the recording disk. (3.72)
Posted by Analog Scott on 2011-06-24, 09:07:10 (99.91.243.55)
I don't care about accuracy. I care about what sounds good. I just don't tell myself that because something sounds better to me that it is more accurate. The SP 10 IMO sounds really good. .......
169: RE: DragonFly review Dudley versus Harley (3.71)
Posted by the old school on 2012-10-02, 21:30:49 (76.126.197.238)
95+ % of BOTH TAS and SP's are positive. And yet, when I check out the new and improved components at an audio store or $500,000 systems at an audio show, the sound quality falls FAR short of my decad .......
170: RE: SP, JA, system synergy, and the role of meareuments (3.70)
Posted by regmac on 2013-12-10, 07:22:13 (192.182.48.85)
"The cover of the magazine showed the Cary and a Krell amp that measured great but didn't sound as good as the Cary." I don't think this blanket statement would hold up in the real world. Wouldn't it .......
171: RE: Now that Peter Breuninger is with TAS instead of SP (3.70)
Posted by Pat D on 2010-08-15, 10:38:43 (99.251.236.4)
I haven't seen all that much discussion of Richard Clark's amplifier challenge. Please provide URLs, so I can assess your assertions. I have never seen any valid objections to ABX blind testing in gen .......
172: Along with (3.69)
Posted by E-Stat on 2019-08-23, 10:07:56 (206.255.211.119)
the Audio Research SP-4/D100 (for which Bill Johnson said nearly put him out of business), the Hill Plasmatronics ("my heart goes where the wild goose goes"), et. al. On my many visits to Sea Cliff, I .......
173: RE: Reina's review of the Audioengine 2 in Dec SP (3.68)
Posted by jokekajr on 2008-01-02, 11:16:36 (65.120.217.122)
Any time you read anything by any writer you have to trust that they are telling the truth. If a reviewer gushes at a component, I have to believe he really had a great experience listening through mu .......
174: There is a lot of misinformation about difference between polarity and phase. (3.68)
Posted by Presto on 2007-06-04, 11:47:13 (207.216.246.51)
So... we're saying that a "polarity coherent" speaker has drivers that are corrected in the same polarity? So what? A 4th order linkwitz riley (LR) has all drivers connected with the "same electrical .......
175: Spendor review (3.67)
Posted by Salectric on 2012-12-19, 10:26:58 (70.91.92.18)
Art, I very much appreciated the Spendor review in large part because I listen primarily to SP-100s. Your review did prompt a couple questions though: 1. Did you have time to try filling the pillars o .......
176: With respect to disc players and digital processors,... (3.67)
Posted by Leefer on 2013-08-18, 15:43:18 (209.197.142.244)
I find SP's explanation for an A+ category to be quite clear and, more importantly, acceptable. On the other hand, I can see your point for the A+ category for turntables and phono stages. I would hav .......
177: RE: Has Art Dudley found a new reference? (3.66)
Posted by TubeDriver on 2012-12-19, 11:33:16 (137.187.29.234)
Maybe I am misreading the review, but despite the overall glowing recommendation I got the impression that Art Dudley preferred the original (especially at $3500) over the new improved $11k version. I .......
178: RE: does SP still officially review cables? OMG (3.66)
Posted by John Atkinson on 2015-07-22, 15:54:39 (173.52.253.134)
>What JA means by high profile, is, if Mapleshade isn't big enough to sell >through retail dealers or produce and advertise on a massive international >scale, the products aren't worth paying attentio .......
179: RE: Now that Peter Breuninger is with TAS instead of SP (3.65)
Posted by Pat D on 2010-08-11, 23:01:20 (99.251.236.4)
I'm not notably interested in specifications, although some manufacturers give specs which are reaonably accurate. I much prefer a good set of measurements. I like the NRC measurements shown by Sounds .......
180: More shoes dropping after SP buyout- related publication (3.65)
Posted by Ross on 2018-05-22, 11:01:38 (172.9.116.164)
Shutterbug, one of the properties acquired by AV Tech Media, is now web only and will cease print publication. Wonder what other changes are coming ? .......
181: Consensus seems to be (3.63)
Posted by Ross on 2017-05-16, 08:51:33 (172.9.116.164)
that Munich has become among the most important shows of the year, and the primary focus of many European manufacturers when introducing new products. Nearly all of these products will be sold in the .......
182: Looks like some crossover phase error (3.62)
Posted by caspian@peak.org on 2011-11-24, 14:33:26 (66.178.144.49)
I will read the article soon, but just looking at that graph I'm guessing that this is a 3-way speaker with crosspoints around 350 and 2500 Hz? These are not the deep reverse nulls you see with a prop .......
183: RE: HydrogenAudio "discusses" audiophile event. (3.59)
Posted by John Atkinson on 2011-02-12, 07:33:54 (173.77.105.18)
>there's someone who likes sending especially threatening anonymous emails to >audiophile reviewers and editors in the UK. If you are referring to the final letter in the new issue of HiFi+, from the .......
184: RE: SP 1/12 cover blurb "Digital Doesn't Get Any Better' (3.59)
Posted by the old school on 2012-02-12, 20:37:50 (76.126.197.238)
JA, music is analogue. ALL your crappy digital recordings have to be converted from analogue to digital and, then, after being processed in millions of ways, have to be converted back to analogue in o .......
185: RE: Stereophile- Sept As we see it. (3.58)
Posted by Gordon Rankin on 2011-08-10, 06:00:57 (216.196.210.198)
Steyr, As one of the small companies it really takes a lot to get into dealer channels. You can basically go two ways, direct or dealer. I really think that having dealers is a good idea and keeps the .......
186: RE: It's all ancient history, but... (3.57)
Posted by John Atkinson on 2015-06-09, 10:33:47 (173.52.244.200)
>I was surprised when TAS came back , was it 94? I think it was 1999 but I will check. >When did Harley get involved, wasnt he involved with SP at the time...? Robert Harley resigned from Stereophile .......
187: i still think the publications could do more in this regard (3.57)
Posted by Tom Schuman on 2010-09-11, 01:29:52 (188.192.220.17)
...since the overwhelming impression is still one of monthly 'equipment merry go round', despite the occasional feature on room treatments or acoustics. Unfortunately, I'm across the pond, so a casual .......
188: I'm certainly not an apologist for the industry, but (3.57)
Posted by E-Stat on 2013-03-19, 16:09:32 (206.255.212.225)
I am quite familiar with every component you mentioned. Sold many of them. Hearing the SP-3a / D-76 is why I became an Audio Research and tube fan. And while I would be *happy* with such systems, non .......
189: RE: Here You Go (3.57)
Posted by mr. woodford on 2010-08-27, 12:57:25 (67.243.60.82)
as i said, this wasn't the proximate cause. in any case, it's not whether one is liberal or conservative, but how those views are expressed. Art is extraordinarily condescending towards those on the o .......
190: RE: SP 1/12 cover blurb "Digital Doesn't Get Any Better' (3.57)
Posted by bjh on 2012-02-09, 18:25:56 (174.115.148.55)
Oh good, I feared you might contend the point, great. Now none of that crap anymore, just open everything, take a few shots, and give up that measurement foolishness, leads you in the wrong direction .......
191: RE: Digital advocate... (3.56)
Posted by Beetlemania on 2017-08-11, 15:20:35 (166.2.89.35)
Other than Fremer, care to show examples of "disrespect for those who listen to [digital]"? Dudley seems to be a vinyl enthusiast but seems also to enjoy digital files. JA seems to listen almost exclu .......
192: a bit OT- scotch prices... (3.56)
Posted by tunenut on 2008-10-27, 17:07:42 (71.116.236.66)
I wonder how those are set. At any rate, I bought the 16 yo Lagavulin you recommended and have been enjoying it thoroughly. The 10 yo Laphroaig was pretty cheap at Trader Joe's. That actually put me o .......
193: Equipment on the list ... (3.55)
Posted by bjh on 2006-04-27, 19:00:43 (64.231.119.247)
I rather suspect none, I'm not sure really. Class A on the list?, almost certainly none ... thought if the preamplifier I use were evaluated I'm certain it would ... call be biased. :) Just started ne .......
194: Re: Stereophile should raise their price (3.54)
Posted by Pjay on 2006-07-14, 12:23:07 (56.0.163.16)
I thought the price structure for the 2000s was to balance media cost to ad revenue, then only charge for delivery. So the meager SP subscritption is really just the cost of shipping. In stores, it is .......
195: Not quite true (3.54)
Posted by Ross on 2005-04-13, 12:24:45 (216.206.81.10)
Back in the early days of the internet, there was a dialup BBS (originating in Texas?) dedicated to audio. JA is on record as stateing he discovered Corey Greenburg via that service. I think, that may .......
196: Not quite true (3.53)
Posted by Ross on 2005-04-13, 12:24:32 (216.206.81.10)
Back in the early days of the internet, there was a dialup BBS (originating in Texas?) dedicated to audio. JA is on record as stateing he discovered Corey Greenburg via that service. I think, that may .......
197: RE:Gentlemen, you have articulated the issue (3.53)
Posted by Dr. S on 2007-10-05, 12:17:27 (159.121.124.226)
This is, by its nature, subjective. Let us embrace this horror and stand up to it. Personally, I think the DZ would not pull a cucumber out of a lard pail, and the LAMM is one of the most evenly funct .......
198: RE: Have you listened to the speakers in question? (3.52)
Posted by HigherFi@yahoo.com on 2008-10-04, 22:22:53 (194.6.222.38)
>I will not quote Mr. Marks' assessment of you here again -- although after reading your posts, I sure do feel compelled to... I guess dogs do run in packs... Anyway, I can care less for your assessm .......
199: RE: Now that Peter Breuninger is with TAS instead of SP (3.51)
Posted by josh358 on 2010-08-11, 19:55:14 (64.252.132.33)
Ah, for the days when manufacturers published real specs. Easy to see why the 3A became a classic: http://www.classicspeakerpages.net/library/acoustic_research/original_models_1954-1974/original_model .......
200: RE: SP, JA, system synergy, and the role of meareuments (3.51)
Posted by Alan Sircom on 2013-12-10, 02:21:17 (80.2.121.65)
While I no longer work on a magazine that publicly measures, I think in most cases there is good correlation between what is measured and what can be heard. The 'sounds good, but performs badly on the .......
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