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1: Re: Dynaudio's bad move (10.34)
Posted by Jeff on 2000-03-28, 04:03:42 (208.5.186.4)
It is true about Dynaudio not supplying drivers to DIY and even other manufacturers who have been using Dynaudio drivers in their speakers. In my experience, Dynaudio makes better drivers than they do .......
2: Re: Break in (10.34)
Posted by Shinto on 2001-05-05, 15:10:21 (24.176.191.230)
Just thought of another one: Dynaudio speaker instruction manual, second paragraph: "SOUND. It is important to know that you just purchased DYNAUDIO speakers which contain newly manufactured moving dr .......
3: RE: Need help putting together a system (Ayre, Dynaudio, Bryston, Nordost) (10.22)
Posted by Shaun E on 2007-08-30, 14:40:26 (71.102.126.148)
I'll second that! Simaudio and Dynaudio are a great match. And while I'm not running Dynaudio speakers (although I strongly considered them) I absolutely LOVE my W-5. Cheers! .......
4: Dynaudio & Rega (9.70)
Posted by Thom P on 2002-02-15, 01:47:49 (129.142.20.129)
Does anybody out there have any experience combining Dynaudio speakers and Rega amplifiers? I am especially interested in the budget offerings - i.e. Dynaudio Audience 42 + Rega Brio/Mira. Thanks, Tho .......
5: Re: Classe 401/Dynaudio combo (9.26)
Posted by Justin on 2000-01-28, 15:00:33 (207.104.65.108)
I own a Classe' CA-200, and I almost bought a pair of Contour 3.3s. I can't say I've ever heard Classe' paired with Dynaudio, but I think that the combo would definately be a good one. Dynaudio is a v .......
6: Music on Dynaudio DVD - Anyone??? (9.15)
Posted by Henry 5 on 2005-03-02, 20:21:05 (70.80.86.182)
Does anyone know what music is being played on the Dynaudio DVD called "A Factory Visit" (or "A Portrait")? of specific interest are the two pieces that appear on the "Driver" video sample on the Dyna .......
7: RE: Need help putting together a system (Ayre, Dynaudio, Bryston, Nordost) (9.12)
Posted by PassionImmortal on 2007-08-29, 21:15:17 (68.147.211.65)
Awesome. We've got Mike from Dynaudio coming up as well at the same time, so that pretty much puts me set since Ayre and Dynaudio are two of my favorites, and they'll know all about how to put the sys .......
8: NAD c320 + Dynaudio (8.97)
Posted by alexb on 2000-06-15, 00:33:32 (192.55.23.50)
Can NAD C320 drive Dynaudio Audience 60 speakers in 20-25 sq.m room? I think the problem is low sensitivity of Dynaudio Audience 60 86 dB/Watt? Best regards, Alex. .......
9: RE: Another great company sells out to the Chinese (8.80)
Posted by Todd Krieger on 2014-10-24, 23:01:38 (72.208.20.231)
"Is it possible you don't know that Dynaudio is not a USA company and that your comments are therefore irrelevant?" I presumed Dynaudio was an American company.... I knew Bang & Olufsen was a Danish c .......
10: dynaudio contour (8.77)
Posted by doctorhlm on 2001-02-11, 22:35:50 (24.131.87.197)
anyone have experience with comparing dynaudio 3.0 w/3.3? am considering 3.3's for largish room .......
11: Re: Classe 401/Dynaudio combo (8.74)
Posted by Bobby C on 2000-01-27, 13:30:48 (216.32.77.45)
I'm a big fan of the Classe/Dynaudio sound. However I haven't heard the 401, but I gotta believe that guy smokes. I use their integrated CAP150 w/ Dynaudio's 1.3 mkII's - it think the marriage is grea .......
12: Licensed Dynaudio? (8.71)
Posted by bstan on 2003-08-20, 10:44:35 (12.81.11.169)
Didn't they also license much of their technology from Dynaudio? .......
13: How about a Dynaudio system ... (8.69)
Posted by Jick on 2000-06-11, 17:32:50 (202.78.88.130)
Get the Dynaudio Evidence for speakers. Amplification by the Dynaudio Arbiter series, or perhaps you can try some of these new digital amps (like the one from Sharp) that have been getting rave review .......
14: my gossip: Dynaudio OEM drivers no more (8.67)
Posted by mark on 1999-11-27, 06:26:04 (210.84.128.13)
Hello all, I had lunch with my local dynaudio distributor today, and he informed me that all dynaudio OEM driver sales will stop on the 31st of December this year for ever. they claim that the driver .......
15: RE: REVIEW: JBL lsr6328p Speakers (8.65)
Posted by bjh on 2007-11-07, 10:15:17 (216.209.33.106)
I'll say one thing... banging on the cabinets of some Dynaudio active monitiors I encountered at a music store reminded me very much of banging on Wilson Audio speakers! I would like to hear what thos .......
16: Dynaudio... (8.64)
Posted by Mikey on 1999-09-04, 07:22:04 (208.251.119.236)
Christian, I'm using the Dynaudio System 220 mkII in my car, which is their 5-1/4" two way setup. They are mounted in HEAVILY modified Q-logic kick panel pods. Like you, I also have Dynaudio in my liv .......
17: Re: New Martin Logan sub (8.52)
Posted by dgavrile on 2001-10-09, 23:47:35 (194.209.91.2)
Totem Forest as mains, Dynaudio Contour 2.1 center and Dynaudio 1.3 MKii rears .......
18: Dynaudio Room (8.52)
Posted by justacoder on 2003-06-19, 06:26:30 (63.186.40.98)
I have heard that some people can get these speakers to sound quite good. Unfortunately, this room did not sound musical or accurate. Dynaudio Evidence Temptation speakers, Musical Fidelity TriVista K .......
19: have u guys ever purchased the same speaker - twice? (8.51)
Posted by jealouse on 2003-03-04, 11:10:06 (68.43.152.162)
cuz that's exactly what i did and i feel kinda stupid... i purchased a pair of dynaudio about 6 months ago and sold it 1 month after. i've tried many other speakers since but none offered me the same .......
20: Dynaudio Accent 3 Loudspeaker (8.48)
Posted by Vinfan on 2004-08-24, 05:32:39 (53.122.241.36)
Hi, I have a catastrophic breakdown of the amplifier electronics of the Dynaudio Accent 3 loudspeakers. Does anyone have some technical information about the Dynaudio Accent 3 Loudpeaker electronics ( .......
21: RE: Need help putting together a system (Ayre, Dynaudio, Bryston, Nordost) (8.41)
Posted by Ishmael on 2007-08-29, 21:41:06 (206.116.16.89)
The Sim W-5 is a very synergistic match with Dynaudio speakers. .......
22: Dynaudio Arbiter (8.39)
Posted by Hyfi on 2011-10-05, 05:28:58 (70.90.3.241)
Years ago when Soundex was in its prime, Room #1 had the complete Dynaudio Arbiter system with a Mark Levinson CDP and I can't remember what the Vacuum Cleaner Hose size cabling was. System used Dynau .......
23: Linn Classik and Dynaudio Contour 1.1 (8.29)
Posted by Neil on 2000-05-23, 01:47:13 (195.67.245.211)
Would the Classik have any problems with driving my Dynaudio speakers? .......
24: Home System Must Be DYNAUDIO (8.27)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2006-06-14, 14:33:12 (69.246.118.245)
If he wants the best, which he can surely afford...he must have Dynaudio speakers at home. .......
25: Ayre and Dynaudio Contour 1.4 (8.25)
Posted by Bignothing on 2004-09-24, 13:48:25 (68.68.129.87)
I listened to Dynaudio's Contour 1.4 monitors the other day through an Ayre integrated. To my ears it was a very nice "liquid" sound a little darker than I prefer, but could surely live with it. With .......
26: RE: Simaudio and Dynaudio synergy? (8.25)
Posted by Shaun E on 2007-10-23, 16:11:26 (71.102.126.148)
Yes, there is crazy good synergy between the Sim and Dynaudio product. I have quite a bit of experience with Simaudio (I own an Eclipse/P5/W5 stack) and while I eventually wound up with DeVore Gibbon .......
27: system advise (8.23)
Posted by ferroman on 2012-10-14, 13:00:44 (158.35.225.227)
I am about to purchase the following: MX121 MC8207 Dynaudio Contour S5.4 Dynaudio Contour Center Dynaudio Contour rears Feeling good it will work great in my BIG living room, can you provide any comme .......
28: You might not be able to get exact replacements... (8.20)
Posted by R. Hertz on 2003-04-23, 11:51:02 (66.75.228.172)
...except through Wilson if they do any in-house modifications.They may also order them made to their specs from Dynaudio. Since Dynaudio is no longer available to the DIY community, eBay might be you .......
29: RE: Simaudio and Dynaudio synergy? (8.14)
Posted by Ishmael on 2007-10-24, 12:28:04 (142.22.186.12)
I used a W-5 with 1.3SE speakers, and it was a brilliant match. You definitely need a balsy amp with Dynaudio speakers. .......
30: Re: Okay, what's the next step? (8.14)
Posted by Gregs on 2001-01-05, 17:02:01 (64.208.99.35)
Would check with Madisound (madisound.com) to see if that have any Dynaudio Gemini speaker kits still available. Dynaudio sound at about 1/2 the price if you are willing to assemble them. I have loved .......
31: Dynaudio Aries kit... (8.09)
Posted by Mikey on 1999-09-06, 07:51:07 (208.251.121.75)
Chris, I'm using the Dynaudio Aries kit in my living room. I purchased my kit from Madisound. The Aries is a slender two way tower speaker with an aperiodically loaded 7-1/2" woofer and a silk dome tw .......
32: I would like to advice about Bryston B60 & Dynaudio Audience 72 (8.09)
Posted by Yashar on 2002-07-06, 13:02:32 (194.186.145.187)
Hi, I want to buy Dynaudio Audience 72 for Bryston B60. What do you think about sound Bryston / Dynaudio ? Thank for any advice. Yashar. .......
33: RE: Need help putting together a system (Ayre, Dynaudio, Bryston, Nordost) (8.08)
Posted by PassionImmortal on 2007-08-30, 10:20:05 (68.147.211.65)
thanks for your advice. I'm very satisfied with the Dynaudio sound though, and almost certainly that will be the line a choose. I'll try to hear some of the speakers you mentioned, but the thing is th .......
34: Dynaudio (8.04)
Posted by Zoran Tukovic on 2000-03-27, 11:26:38 (194.152.207.187)
Hi all, Where is nearest dealer for Dynaudio drivers (tweeters,midranges,woofers)in Europe ? If is possible in Germany with WWW adress. thank you in advance, Yours Zoran & Kreso .......
35: Re: cary 300 sei & dynaudio (8.00)
Posted by Champion on 2001-04-29, 02:11:49 (203.109.252.19)
I have heard people saying that the Dynaudio match well with low power SET in small rooms, but I haven't heard them myself. .......
36: Here's my dream system - what are your dream systems? (8.00)
Posted by Jick on 2000-06-22, 10:35:29 (202.78.88.130)
Once upon a time, I posted asking for links to the most expensive components out there so that I will do a wallpaper of them. However, I changed my mind and decided to make a "dream system" instead. I .......
37: Re: Recommend me some integrated amp's for Dyn 1.3se... (7.95)
Posted by MylesJ on 2001-11-19, 17:39:43 (216.239.174.100)
Jens, I have been trying things with Dynaudio 52's. I think you want to look for more power. A person at Dynaudio told me that 100w/ch is "okay" for the Audience but not good enough for the Contour. E .......
38: Re: I believe speakers determine room size. (7.95)
Posted by Toddd on 2006-05-25, 11:25:55 (64.95.76.136)
dynaudio S1.4 They are stand mounts, however, I'm looking for a room where I would have the capability to use floorstanders as well, such as a bigger dynaudio or a watt puppy or something .......
39: Dynaudio (7.95)
Posted by Hyfi on 2011-04-26, 10:47:22 (70.90.3.241)
I had a chance to listen to the full Dynaudio Arbiter system when Soundex had it setup several years back. Pre-amps Amps Speakers .......
40: Funny... (7.95)
Posted by mcondo on 2013-06-25, 05:16:03 (24.14.160.63)
I chose the ProAc's over comparable Dynaudio's. Felt the high end on the Dynaudio was little hot and the ProAc's would blend into our living room furnishings better. .......
41: SOURCE here (7.95)
Posted by Tom Schuman on 2014-10-24, 01:43:57 (217.246.24.46)
source below .......
42: Re: Where can I buy Dynaudio 21W54 06 woofers(Watt/Puppy) new/used? Already tried Madisound. (7.95)
Posted by Dman on 2001-08-28, 11:58:18 (206.186.115.193)
Try Solen out of Quebec. They carry a great deal of different stuff, including Dynaudio. Here's the link. Dman .......
43: RE: Dynaudio C1 driver connection (7.90)
Posted by tunes10 on 2007-09-05, 08:19:56 (217.118.162.245)
This is what Dynaudio in Denmark just mailed me, to end the discussion: Dear Sir, The drivers on a C1 are soldered to the internal wiring. Best regards .......
44: 26th Dynaudio Speakers (7.90)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2007-09-10, 17:54:47 (97.89.28.78)
Dynaudio drivers took cone speakers to the next level. Yeah, yeah I know.... .......
45: dynaudio drivers and other large dustcaps (7.88)
Posted by Lowell on 2000-04-22, 12:47:41 (63.24.98.172)
aloha from Oahu. My question concerns the oversize dustcap found on some Dynaudio drivers among others. Is this some for of dampening, a phase plug effect or something else? Or is it cosmetic? mahalo .......
46: Go to HIFI Sound and look at the Dynaudio 52, (7.85)
Posted by Powell on 2004-06-20, 15:25:10 (128.222.32.10)
or B&W ,PSB,and also some other low-mid priced speakers to fit your budget-Personally I think the Dynaudio 52 is the one to beat under a grand-----go Listen!! .......
47: Be careful!! (7.85)
Posted by pushpulltriode on 2001-01-07, 13:00:38 (64.12.103.52)
Hong, Dynaudio drivers need current to drive properly. Many years ago, I have hooked up the tube gears with Duntech and Ruark (both used Dynaudio back then); sounds really bad!! When I hooked the ss t .......
48: Re: Disagree (7.85)
Posted by triiiangle on 2002-07-07, 14:25:48 (207.90.173.53)
I have Dynaudio Contour 1.3s driven by a Plinius 8100. On a whim, I hooked up my old NAD 304 integrated (35 WPC) and it drove the Contours fine. I think Dynaudio's reputation for being especially diff .......
49: Dynaudio speaker dealers (7.83)
Posted by Valnar on 2000-07-13, 07:30:42 (216.2.191.10)
Are there any mail-order Dynaudio speaker dealers in North America? I have no where to audition them, but may take a chance on ordering a pair anyway. Robert .......
50: Dynaudio good speaker?? (7.82)
Posted by S.S. on 2002-02-16, 21:06:57 (61.126.207.197)
Is dynaudio a good speaker?? compare to Proac, B&W .......
51: Re: What amplifier to purchase to Dynaudio Contour 1.8 mk 2? (7.81)
Posted by ura on 1999-11-28, 03:59:38 (212.248.31.48)
Dear friends! I have: CD - Micromega Stage 5. Acoustic - Dynaudio Contour 1.8 mk 2. Cables - van den Hul (MC Gold and Wind). What amplifier to me to purchase - Bryston 4B ST or Classe CA 151 or Electr .......
52: Re: What amplifier to purchase to Dynaudio Contour 1.8 mk 2? (7.81)
Posted by ura on 1999-11-28, 03:56:36 (212.248.31.48)
Dear friends! I have: CD - Micromega Stage 5. Acoustic - Dynaudio Contour 1.8 mk 2. Cables - van den Hul (MC Gold and Wind). What amplifier to me to purchase - Bryston 4B ST or Classe CA 151 or Electr .......
53: Simaudio and Dynaudio synergy? (7.81)
Posted by ninetynine on 2007-10-21, 20:19:30 (199.202.95.19)
I've been reading that these two companies match very well together. I was thinking about a Sim Moon i5.3 integrated and the dynaudio audience 52se. I understand that the sim integrated is rated at (8 .......
54: Re: Dynaudio (7.79)
Posted by robert jorgensen on 2000-03-28, 00:27:09 (158.166.162.182)
You might not realize it, but Dynaudio has announced leaving the diy market as per 1. january 2000. Any stock you will with shops and dealers is probably the last pieces you will get. It might be wise .......
55: Dynaudio Audience 52, amp match (7.74)
Posted by Eloh on 2002-12-20, 05:02:23 (169.71.50.40)
Hi, please advise if Roksan Kandy amp Mk2 has enough muscle to drive Dynaudio Audience 50? TIA. .......
56: Re: NAD c320 + Dynaudio (7.71)
Posted by Jadde on 2000-06-15, 00:37:35 (151.156.10.52)
I used a NAD 314 (35w) with my Dynaudio Audience 40 without any problems. Your NAD C320 would be happy! .......
57: Re: Dynaudio System in New VW Passat (7.70)
Posted by lawguy661 on 2005-10-18, 13:54:35 (66.17.2.38)
I have the Monsoon system in my 2003 Passat. . . it sucks. The Dynaudio system has to be better. The question is how much better. .......
58: Re: Dynaudio + Plinius or Primare (7.69)
Posted by TR on 2001-02-15, 14:26:50 (66.44.13.205)
If you call the guys at Dynaudio America, they'll recommend an amp for you! Tell them you want a natural and musical sounding pure Class A amplifer for your Audience 60s. Their phone number is: 1 630- .......
59: She MADE ME PAY... (7.65)
Posted by Pisica on 2003-11-05, 06:25:53 (193.226.167.221)
...for the upgrade from Dynaudio Contour 3.3 to Dynaudio Confidence 5 although she liked the look of the Contour better. But she liked the *sound* of the Confidence better. Hope she doesn't listen to .......
60: Dynaudio System in New VW Passat (7.63)
Posted by lawguy661 on 2005-10-18, 12:02:45 (66.17.2.38)
Has anyone heard the new Dynaudio System in the 2006 Passat? Apparently it is quite good, and edmunds.com claims it's better than the Lexus Levinson system. .......
61: Another great company sells out to the Chinese (7.61)
Posted by sudz1234@yahoo.com on 2014-10-23, 19:03:53 (172.4.51.86)
Dynaudio just sold 83 percent of their company to the Chinese. Watch for Chinese made Dynaudio's soon. What a shame. .......
62: Thats one more reason ... (7.61)
Posted by nataraj on 1999-04-16, 13:41:53 (208.238.235.208)
for owning electrostats. Except that kids like poking pencils through them ! BTW, how much do these dynaudio drivers cost ? I don't know how well totem match the drivers (nor how close individual dyna .......
63: Listen Experience (7.59)
Posted by Ken99 on 2000-10-23, 19:44:54 (202.140.232.192)
Have anyone tried this combo : Integrated Amp : Sim Audio Moon I-5 Speakers : Dynaudio Contour 1.8 II I have sent a email to Agent of Dynaudio in North America and they replied that this is a great co .......
64: Dynaudio out of DIY is more company direction rather than production issue (7.58)
Posted by Edp on 1999-08-19, 10:17:47 (192.73.8.199)
Yes Dynaudio is not making much money in selling to parts houses. But it is really motivated by a different business model (hope Phil doesn't see that buzz word). In the last two years, Dynaudio has m .......
65: Dynaudio MC 15 (7.55)
Posted by Sunya on 2008-06-19, 10:29:29 (86.120.170.131)
http://www.audio-ideas.com/reviews/loudspeakers/dynaudio-mc-15.html .......
66: Dynaudio+Musical Fidelity (7.50)
Posted by Hardcore on 2000-08-27, 22:35:54 (203.177.33.172)
I just purchased my Dynaudio Audience 70 and now looking for a new integrated amp to drive them (currently using an Onkyo 838 receiver). Will the Musical Fidelity x-a100r do the job or should I look f .......
67: dynaudio rewiring (7.50)
Posted by jonathan.mead@edl.uk.eds.com on 2006-03-07, 03:03:22 (192.85.50.2)
Hi, i have re-wired my dynaudio 82's and now think i may of made an error. Can someone tell me if the on the crossover all the negatives and plus's go to the same points respectively? Also the same fo .......
68: Dynaudio + Plinius or Primare (7.48)
Posted by Alex B on 2001-02-13, 04:50:02 (144.189.40.221)
My current system is: CD - CAL DX2 DAC - CAL Sigma2 Pre - Rotel RC995 Power - Rotel RB980BX Speakers - Dynaudio Audience 60 I not satisfying with some hardness in upper mid frequency region, brightnes .......
69: Was Dynaudio in financial trouble? (7.48)
Posted by morricab on 2014-10-24, 00:39:39 (160.62.7.250)
If not then it is a sickening pure greed move by the major shareholders. I doubt it is a publically traded company so unless they were desparate for cash they probably weren't under any pressure to se .......
70: RE: Dynaudio C1 driver connection (7.47)
Posted by tunes10 on 2007-09-05, 06:50:52 (217.118.162.245)
Thanks. You probably haven't seen the bass driver and esotar2 connection? Guess it's time to ask Dynaudio, after all Danes don't lie (well except for Bjarne Riis, who won the Tour de France on EPO). : .......
71: RE: Read The Review Of Dynaudio Bookshelf Speakers: (7.46)
Posted by Vinylly on 2010-02-27, 17:20:21 (67.72.98.83)
In the latest March issue of 'Stereophile'. The reviewer considers the new Dynaudio the bookshelf speaker of choice for under 2K. Read the review before making any selections. .......
72: I watched the Dynaudio DVD. (7.39)
Posted by AbeCollins on 2004-09-15, 08:11:03 (67.176.119.211)
I thought it was interesting for a few minutes but the CEO kept saying the same thing over and over and over about Dynaudio building their own drivers. OK, I got the point but I didn't have to hear th .......
73: Amplifier with Dynaudio Contour 1.8 (7.36)
Posted by yras on 2002-08-22, 01:36:49 (194.84.16.114)
What amplifier best with Dynaudio Contour 1.8; Micromega Stage 5; van den Hul: Sim Audio I-5, Audionet SAM, Elecctrocompanient ECI-1,2, Plinius 8200. Best regads Yras. .......
74: Re: Questions (7.36)
Posted by Arvind Kohli on 2002-01-09, 05:27:36 (207.140.66.217)
Yes, I am planning on reviewing the Dynaudio 1.3 SE eventually. The 1.3 mk II is next. From canvassing hobbyists I found that those interested in the Dynaudio minimonitors are particularly interested .......
75: Re: May sound stupid...but how about TSM-M's? <nt> (7.32)
Posted by vikvilkhu on 2003-01-04, 23:17:24 (216.164.138.3)
Maybe try looking for speakers that use the same drivers as the TSM's. I think Bobby has Dynaudio drivers in the TSM's so maybe some Dynaudio Contour or Audience speakers would work...Just a thought - .......
76: cary 300 sei & dynaudio (7.31)
Posted by mike j. on 2001-04-28, 10:51:33 (203.126.142.98)
will the cary 300 sei be able to drive the dynaudio 1.3SE in a small room of 12'x9'x9' ? appreciate any advice. cheers. .......
77: RE: Local Dealer Trying To Tell Me Paradigm Monitor 20's Are Better Than Dynaudio Focus 140 (7.30)
Posted by carbonman on 2007-09-19, 21:33:00 (66.183.86.115)
Paradigm make really great speakers for the dollar and have extensive manufacturing and test facilities. I like their sound for the most part. The Paradigms are probably easier to drive with lower cur .......
78: Re: NAD C350 together with Dynaudio Audience 40? (7.29)
Posted by Jick on 2002-07-16, 12:56:12 (203.177.71.6)
My combo used to be a Dynaudio Audience 40 and a NAD C340. It was pretty good. The C350 is 10 watts more than the 340 so it might even work better for you. Jovi .......
79: No good price is ever worth a lack of system synergy (7.29)
Posted by Sordidman on 2007-09-20, 16:19:34 (67.101.103.102)
I know that Dynaudio Special 25 quite well, and the larger floorstanders. I haven't heard that $1,800 speaker that you're talking about. I was just stating my opinion that amplification is far more im .......
80: RE: Another great company sells out to the Chinese (7.27)
Posted by Inmate51 on 2014-10-27, 08:34:28 (173.57.125.26)
I hear ya. I know people in Illinois who say the same thing. One of them came right out and said this, more than FIVE years ago: "The State of Illinois is broke." So, Dynaudio: Come to Texas! Build a .......
81: Re: Biggest Audio Mistakes (Darkest Audio Moments) or What Am I Still Kicking Myself Over Buying Or Selling? (7.27)
Posted by majordomo on 1999-09-22, 10:27:48 (209.173.67.7)
Dynaudio Audience 50 and Bryston B-60. Very satisified. I moved up to the Dynaudio Contour 1.3 because I got an awesome deal. I don't think I'll be making any more changes for a long while. It seems k .......
82: It's just another example of the world re-balancing itself... (7.24)
Posted by tketcham on 2014-10-24, 10:52:21 (199.131.163.219)
Hi, Sudz, I'm not sure it's a shame, it's just all part of the shifting of power world-wide. It's inevitable. And if you read the PR at Dynaudio's web site, the purchase makes sense from a product dev .......
83: Hovland... or Krell (7.23)
Posted by Ralphy on 2003-08-15, 03:13:47 (62.175.25.119)
Hi. I sent this question to the amp/preamp asylum, without any answer. May be here? Hi. What would you prefer: 1.- Hovland HP 100pre, Krell FPB300 and Dynaudio Confidence 3, or 2.- Hovland HP100pre & .......
84: Re: Basic loudspeaker info sites... (7.22)
Posted by wheel on 1999-03-03, 16:25:40 (130.111.72.58)
Try these: http://www.phlaudio.com/comp.html http://pneuma.phys.ualberta.ca/~gingrich/phys395/notes_1996/phys395.html http://www.sdinfo.com/ (check out the Velodyne HGS-10 review) along the same lin .......
85: Massachusetts Audiophiles - Would you like to hear some Dynaudio Special 25s? (7.19)
Posted by Toddd on 2004-02-15, 11:22:31 (68.160.0.23)
Hello, I'm currently borrowing a pair of Dynaudio Special 25s from a local Dynaudio dealer. I listened to them in the store, and they blew me away. They're sounding good in my apartment, but not great .......
86: Re: Massachusetts Audiophiles - Would you like to hear some Dynaudio Special 25s? (7.16)
Posted by ephemere on 2004-02-15, 18:45:34 (63.202.173.254)
I'd wager it's your room more than your amp that accounts for the difference between the dealership and your apartment. Many dealerships have well treated rooms and careful setups. The power requireme .......
87: Re: Dynaudio+Musical Fidelity (7.13)
Posted by zaphod on 2000-08-28, 09:22:16 (152.163.194.189)
just a suggestion... I've never heard the MF stuff so I can't comment on this specifically, but if I were you I'd listen to the DYN's with an ARCAM integrated amp. I've found that ARCAM/DYNAUDIO have .......
88: RE: Local Dealer Trying To Tell Me Paradigm Monitor 20's Are Better Than Dynaudio Focus 140 (7.09)
Posted by jim@signalpath on 2007-09-19, 20:21:56 (24.225.71.143)
in my experience Dynaudio speakers really open up with big ballsy amps, and Paradigm does an admirable job of making their speakers very easy to drive and set up. You might want to try a different se .......
89: LAST STOP: Dynaudio and Classe good match? (7.08)
Posted by Patrick on 1999-11-26, 17:30:26 (203.146.64.164)
I can get the Dynaudio Audience 60 and the Classe CAP-151 for a really good deal. Is this a good match? Good for big orchestrals and all other music? Which cables is recommended? Patrick .......
90: RE: So with all the sour, dour bellyaching from you and others around here... (7.07)
Posted by Mr. Dick Hertz on 2014-10-24, 13:08:25 (75.80.181.138)
Just how many so-called domestic manufacturers use domestically-produced drivers? Most of the drivers used in speakers today are made in China. As far as the quality of Dynaudio declining, don't you t .......
91: Does Sim Audio Moon I-5 match Dynaudio Contour 1.8 II ? (7.06)
Posted by billy on 2000-10-18, 02:33:53 (202.140.232.192)
I am now looking for a pair of speakers matching with my Sim Audio Moon I-5. I like Dynaudio Contour 1.8 II but I want others opinion or experience. My listening room has 170 sq ft. .......
92: Dynudio Evidence Heard (7.05)
Posted by DES on 2000-10-16, 22:25:00 (24.5.227.149)
Just saw and heard a pair if Dynaudio Evidence speakers hooked up to Gryphon electronics, made under the Dynaudio name. This decidedly mid-fi dealer, really a home theater shop, had them in a definate .......
93: Re: I would like to advice about Bryston B60 & Dynaudio Audience 72 (7.04)
Posted by Starlet on 2002-07-06, 22:17:07 (203.125.83.115)
Gotta agree with skady though I have not heard the B60. Dynaudio is notorious for their hunger for current/power. Heard the 4B/1.8mkII combo in a medium room and the 4B is doing fine but I believe the .......
94: Re: Ayre and Dynaudio Contour 1.4 (7.01)
Posted by ts on 2004-09-25, 07:13:15 (68.116.174.144)
Since you heard what I would consider the optimal configuration to bring out the best in the AX7, then I would suggest that the "darkness" that seemed to characterize the Dynaudio was reflecting more .......
95: RE: Local Dealer Trying To Tell Me Paradigm Monitor 20's Are Better Than Dynaudio Focus 140 (6.99)
Posted by MylesJ on 2007-09-21, 10:49:15 (66.112.78.137)
I have Dynaudio 52s and I wasn't really happy with them until I got 150 watt amp after living for a while with an 80 watt Onkyo then a 100 watt Mitsubishi. I run a PS Audio HCA-2 which is a good match .......
96: Dynaudio/Krell/Transparent (6.99)
Posted by C9E on 2001-01-10, 12:37:58 (199.207.255.50)
Dynaudio Consequence Speakers Krell FPB600C Amplifier Krell KRC-HR Pre-Amp Krell 28c CD Player Transparent Reference Cables (XLR/Speaker) And.. Dynaudio Evidence Speakers Krell FPB300C Amplifier Krell .......
97: Re: Need power for Dynaudio speaker (6.97)
Posted by Bruce on 1999-09-03, 14:08:57 (209.209.15.112)
Sami, I have Dynaudio Contour 2.8 towers (4 ohms) and drive them with a Parasound 1205A 5 channel amp (220W @4 ohms). This produces really excellant sound and the best control of lower bass I've found .......
98: Back to the future: The "new" Dynaudio Focus speaker line ... (6.96)
Posted by hinduclient on 2005-08-17, 07:49:58 (71.208.185.15)
The new Stereophile has an ad for the "new" Dynaudio Focus line. They look exactly like the old Contour line. The ad features what a year ago would have been a Contour 1.8. Any scoop on these? ::: TOP .......
99: RE: Was Dynaudio in financial trouble? (6.96)
Posted by unclestu on 2014-10-24, 14:23:15 (72.130.96.11)
Dynaudio was farming out subassemblies to China about a decade ago. So it is no surprise. Even 8 years ago, on their boxes holding their drivers one could read, Denmark, some other place, and China pr .......
100: Triad Nc Dynaudio Sim get together (6.95)
Posted by 996turbo on 2008-10-10, 10:38:02 (166.82.231.38)
Wanted to put a shout out to any audiophiles in or around the triad in NC. I am getting a pair of Dynaudio c-4's and the dealer is going to be kind enough to let me demo a full Sim moon reference syst .......
101: Re: Which Integrated Amp under $2000 with Dynaudio A70? (6.92)
Posted by zaphod on 1999-12-31, 06:17:27 (152.163.197.201)
You should really look into EXPOSURE amps. I'm running my SuperXV integrated with Dynaudio Audience 50s and they really have a nice synergy. You can get the SuperXV for around $1500. the SuperXX is a .......
102: A possiblity (6.91)
Posted by El on 2000-09-25, 13:07:28 (128.252.204.248)
Some less common components in this setup, but it is very similar to what I am listening to now but a tad less expensive. Arcam FMJ CD23 ($2000 new) Sonic Frontiers SFL-1 Signature ($750 used) Clayton .......
103: Re: NAD c320 + Dynaudio (6.90)
Posted by Jick on 2000-06-15, 10:44:40 (202.78.88.130)
I drive my Dynaudio Audience 40 with a NAD C340 and it gives me great results. I have read somewhere that a well-respected German hifi magazine actually recommends the C320 for the bookshelf Dyns (40s .......
104: fact checking doesn't always work either (6.90)
Posted by shaynet on 2002-05-03, 04:37:00 (167.239.210.93)
As an example, a recent review of the Dynaudio Evidence Temptation in Onhifi.com described the speakers as having "two 1.1" soft-dome tweeters, two 6" polypropylene-cone midrange units, and four 8" po .......
105: Roger RS-4 Integrated Amplifier - How much power? (Couple with Dynaudio Contour 1.1) (6.88)
Posted by sohandso on 2000-09-01, 05:41:19 (203.198.23.24)
Does anyone knows the output power for Roger RS-4 Integrated Amplifier? Kindly need to know before buying speaker (Dynaudio contour 1.1) .......
106: Dynaudio, Audio Research, MSB (6.87)
Posted by MR on 2001-09-01, 07:56:46 (216.175.78.140)
1. Dynaudio Contour 3.0 - a superb, lively, well-balanced speaker. Much better than I imagined. 2. Audio Research - LS16 and D130. Neither piece disappoints. 3. MSB Platinum DAC (OK, I had a 30-day tr .......
107: Mine... (6.83)
Posted by DKL on 2015-02-08, 14:06:28 (97.104.174.230)
Some pics from my Audi Q5.... it came with a 6.5 sub located in the spare tire, but that just didn't cut it, hence the fiberglassed enclosure with the 10" Arc Black sub in the side panel :). My Dynaud .......
108: is Dynaudio the largest european high end speakers maker (6.80)
Posted by vu on 2003-08-19, 00:14:45 (210.245.7.16)
is Dynaudio the largest european high end speakers maker .......
109: Dynaudio suggestions (6.78)
Posted by Daverz on 2018-05-06, 19:49:49 (24.94.4.93)
Here are some suggesttions from Dynaudio, all pop: https://youtu.be/8b1W7QgqhR8?t=38m5s .......
110: Re: Dynaudio 52 speakers with older Nak receiver (6.74)
Posted by monk on 2003-12-28, 20:09:59 (67.168.135.161)
There's a few brilliant technical minds on AA ...and I am NOT one of them :-) ....but, the final answer is that you should find other speakers. It should be completely fine to hook the speakers up to .......
111: Bose to buy Dynaudio, Linn, Wilson (6.74)
Posted by Big Dave on 2003-04-01, 03:31:17 (68.4.128.169)
Framingham, MA -- The Bose Corporation, maker of loudspeakers and related equipment for the home and automotive markets, announced today that it has purchased several other audio equipment manufacture .......
112: Re: Good Car Audio? (6.73)
Posted by Vik on 2005-12-10, 10:44:34 (69.165.27.86)
Some of the best car audio speakers that are out there right now are the following in order of tonality (hot to cold) MB Quart Focal Dynaudio Infinity Kappa I like the middle two, Focal and Dynaudio. .......
113: Bose makes alot of people happy. (6.69)
Posted by Enophile on 2012-01-25, 08:39:29 (71.130.238.134)
Audiophiles will not rest until everybody is as unhappy with their sound as we are, I guess. I wonder if the audiophile community will turn viciously on Dynaudio now that they are making speakers that .......
114: I own a gyrodec and its great but... (6.63)
Posted by morricab on 2004-11-30, 01:19:07 (196.3.50.254)
I think a bigger improvement would be going away from Dynaudio Speakers altogether. In that price range I would look at one of the smaller Martin Logan estat speakers (like the Clarity or Aeon). These .......
115: Power-amp to drive Dynaudio 1.3mkII? (6.60)
Posted by Hong on 2001-01-07, 06:47:50 (203.117.33.25)
I'm looking for a pre/power amp (or integrated amp) to drive the Dynaudio 1.3mkII. I listen to mostly vocals. But sometimes I'd like to have some jazz and orchestral works. I've heard and enjoyed the .......
116: Re: Nothing in your description of your equipment..... (6.58)
Posted by amir57bs@yahoo.com on 2005-12-20, 22:54:28 (85.185.50.141)
i spend many time for finding best position and i use some material for damping the resonance but there is alittle boom in my room that refer to my acoustic problem but i think forwardness and loosing .......
117: Re: Gamut D- 200 Vs Plinus SA 100 III Vs Bel Canto EVo 200.2? (6.53)
Posted by Champion on 2001-08-11, 04:12:13 (203.109.252.13)
Hi, I haven't heard anything about the Gamut but I am a Plinius SA100 user. I think the SA100 will do well with the Dynaudio, as the Dynaudio can show the warm and lively sound (and power) of the SA10 .......
118: Thoughts on follow ups. (6.51)
Posted by mrbean on 2000-08-23, 11:55:58 (63.206.139.61)
Hi, Thanks everyone for the suggestions. I'll be looking into the following speakers you recommended. Is 50 watt able to dirve the ProAc Response 1 effortlessly? I have seen reviews like Joseph Audio .......
119: Speaker Upgrade from Dynaudio 1.8 MkII (6.49)
Posted by Insurman02 on 2002-03-13, 11:02:59 (216.44.45.115)
Any thoughts on an upgrade from Dynaudio 1.8 MkII? Willing to go up to $6K.Room is 10'wx20'lx10'h. Krell fpb200c power amp & Hovland HP100 pre. Dyn's image well, tight bass, but a little dry and brigh .......
120: My opinion: (6.49)
Posted by Audiophilander on 1999-03-23, 07:17:06 (209.197.193.5)
Using your powered subwoofer's high pass filter allows the Bryston to drive your Dynaudio speakers unimpeded; it relieves your amp of the added stress of driving the low bass. I noticed the same kind .......
121: Re: Tube vs. Solid State (6.45)
Posted by Allan Moyse on 2000-03-19, 12:06:05 (208.180.30.253)
That's pretty much what I was thinking: is the tube version worth the adjustability hassles? I really like the idea of being able to adjust the frequency with the flip of a switch. I'll contact Phil a .......
122: Great speaker wire for dynaudio = Harmonic Tech (6.45)
Posted by tony s on 2007-08-30, 11:45:17 (167.230.38.115)
I strongly recommend the Harmonic Technology Pro9 speaker wire with Dynaudio. I’m using them with my Special 25's. I was using the Pro11 however the Pro9 adds the extra bass you are looking for. The .......
123: Which of these do you think will give me the biggest improvement in sound, and why? (6.37)
Posted by Toddd on 2004-11-29, 07:26:16 (64.95.76.151)
1. Upgrade Dynaudio S1.4 to Dynaudio C1 2. Upgrade CJ Sonographe 400 to Plinius SA 102 3. Upgrade Rega P25 Denon 103 to Michell Gyrodec + Shelter 501 I can only choose 1 upgrade this year. Current pr .......
124: Re: Dynaudio System in New VW Passat (6.36)
Posted by Bob Rex on 2005-10-19, 07:50:49 (167.155.125.184)
I just bought a new Passat for my wife and it came with the Dynaudio package. This car replaced a 2001 Passat wich was trouble free (sorry Sal, for our needs and experience the Passat was/is superior .......
125: RE: Need help putting together a system (Ayre, Dynaudio, Bryston, Nordost) (6.35)
Posted by tunes10 on 2007-09-01, 11:39:53 (217.118.162.245)
PassionImmortal, If you're considering the Dynaudio Confidence line, please compare the larger models to the little C1. I did, well at least the C2, and I was amazed. Marketing and pricing tell you th .......
126: Time will tell .... (6.32)
Posted by three_sox on 2014-10-24, 16:50:59 (121.213.37.77)
... How successful Dynaudio is in the future. My guess is their future is bright. Dynaudio is 37 years old and comparing it to breweries is silly. I doubt any speaker/audio company founded in 1977 wi .......
127: What is it with know-it-all audiophiles? (6.23)
Posted by David Shapiro on 2006-10-26, 19:25:34 (24.13.226.202)
Or is it simply sour grapes. I'm in the process of selling my formerly all-dynaudio system, in favor of an all-MBL sytem. I've already switched out my Dynaudio Temptations, for MBL 101e's as the main .......
128: Re: Aperiodic Loaded System (6.22)
Posted by Mart on 2000-05-07, 21:02:15 (155.218.183.230)
The woofer is cosiderably slower than the tweeter. . I'd recommend the focal 8K4512. . It may require some tweaking according to my software but it'll match a whole lot better with the Dynaudio tweete .......
129: Dynaudio and Creek 5350SE??? (6.20)
Posted by Mr. Wind-Up Bird on 2001-10-18, 12:56:17 (205.174.243.96)
I auditioned the Creek 5350SE at home for about two weeks with my Dynaudio 1.3mk2 speakers and Rega Planet (original). It's a nice unit, but I thought it was too warm with the Rega. The bass also coul .......
130: Re: Dynaudio+Musical Fidelity (6.20)
Posted by Tze Teo on 2000-08-29, 15:41:58 (24.163.210.221)
From my own experience, in ascending order of brightness, was NAD (too warm for me), MF (I find them neutral), and finally Rotel (a little to the bright side). Then again, I do like my sound slightly .......
131: Also, I was going to add.... (6.20)
Posted by Cut-Throat on 2002-11-28, 07:01:27 (64.12.96.10)
You had another post about the Dynaudio 1.3se. I have had these in my home for over a month and compared them directly to Sonus Faber Signums (which I owned) and also the Silverline SR-17 (which I als .......
132: Where does mid-fi cross over into Hi-Fi? (6.19)
Posted by hinduclient on 2010-10-17, 08:41:38 (24.9.18.116)
I'm sitting in the basement listening to my Office system comprised of a Yamaha 797 receiver and two small Dynaudio bookshelves(@$2,000). It lacks the inner bloom of the Dynaudio Contours floorstander .......
133: Re: Pass Labs Aleph 3 + Dynaudio Contour 1.3? (6.18)
Posted by ishmael on 2002-03-09, 13:07:03 (207.194.18.77)
I lived with the Pass Aleph 3/Dynaudio 1.3 MKll combo for a year and a bit. My other components were SFCD-1,Line-2, EAR 834P and Oracle Delphi MkV. I always felt that the 30w/ch, even though accompani .......
134: Now HERE's an AMP! (6.17)
Posted by James Mancini on 1999-05-19, 20:33:22 (207.2.10.20)
How about the $100,000 Dynaudio ARBITER? They're only 308 lbs. per channel (only one channel shown below). 700W into 8 ohms, or up to 2,400W into 2ohms, with >120 Amps current capacity. Fully DC dri .......
135: Dynaudio 52 speakers with older Nak receiver (6.17)
Posted by chocolate_lover9999@yahoo.com on 2003-12-28, 11:35:47 (64.12.96.9)
I was planning to buy Dynaudio audience 52 speakers that are rated at 4 ohms and use an older Nakamichi TA-2A receiver that is rated at 50 watts rms/channel into 8 ohms and shows only 8 ohm markings o .......
136: Re: Dynaudio & Rega (6.11)
Posted by Dman on 2002-02-15, 05:16:01 (206.186.115.131)
I have an original Rega Brio, the one with the half depth chassis and smaller power supply, but with the same output rating. While I'm not familiar with Dynaudio speakers (read tons about them and saw .......
137: Re: Arcam A85 / Dynaudio Contour combo sounds great... (6.11)
Posted by Guth on 2002-06-02, 20:52:45 (66.25.194.18)
I'm driving a pair of Contour 1.3 mkII with an Arcam A85 - no problem at all. On a side note, the store where I purchased my gear had the A85 paired up with the Contour 1.8's. Out of curiosity, we swa .......
138: Dealings with MSS Hi Fi (6.10)
Posted by pf on 2010-06-18, 03:55:15 (115.70.83.71)
I know more than a few things have been said about Johnny Boey / JBAudiopimp / MSSHI FI. I think my experience is a lesson for everyone. 1. Purchased a Dynaudio Confidence Center Speaker. 2. Described .......
139: Need power for Dynaudio speaker (6.06)
Posted by Sami on 1999-08-31, 17:12:56 (212.252.70.52)
Hi, I'm currently using two Rotel RB-951 power amps (bridged mono mode) to drive my Dynaudio Aries DIY speakers. This speaker is a floorstander and not efficient. I'm considering Rotel RB-991 to upgra .......
140: Re: Tell us about your system..... NT (6.03)
Posted by beppe61 on 2006-12-28, 08:53:43 (87.14.227.5)
Dear Sir, I list it hereunder: Rotel RCD 970 BX cd player Croft Micro preamp Albarry M408 mono power amps Dynaudio MPS 110 (the culprit of the sluggish performance on bass I believe. Woofers with Qts .......
141: RE: Well, here's what some speaker manufacturers think... (6.01)
Posted by tketcham on 2023-08-08, 13:57:38 (69.53.116.16)
I bet those ATC SCM-40 V2's sound great. I considered the ATC SMC19 actives when I was looking at upgrading my amplification; in other words, sell my Dynaudio's and buy a pair of SMC19's instead. But .......
142: Re: I know it ain't supposed to happen, but ... (5.96)
Posted by newbee on 2001-09-01, 11:34:03 (199.174.223.85)
after trucking home many large/heavy/exotic speakers trying to improve on my quads without success i read a review in a mag - the reviewer said the speakers he was reviewing made a horn sound like a r .......
143: RE: waiting to listen... (5.94)
Posted by bullethead on 2008-02-05, 08:11:20 (72.89.174.127)
Picked up a hard to find "new" pair of Dynaudio Contour 1.3 MKII's for list price (maybe dumb, maybe not, I'm thinking not). Use a Dussun monster amp with Audio Electronic Supply AE-3 tube preamp wit .......
144: What was the model of the Marantz amp? (5.89)
Posted by Sordidman on 2007-09-20, 10:03:15 (209.157.148.112)
What was the price point? IMO, Marantz makes some decent products: (sources). But, I would be surprised that any sub $1K amp, made by anyone, has enough current and balance to drive the Dynaudio Focus .......
145: Jolida JD 1501 okay into 4 ohm load? (5.88)
Posted by Joe Abeyta on 2000-03-16, 08:12:00 (205.134.227.43)
I'm considering trying a Jolida hybrid integrated (JD 1501) in my modest home system. For speakers I currently have Dynaudio Audience 70s which are rated at 4 ohms (87db). I've only seen power ratings .......
146: Re: Amp for Dynaudio Confidence 5 (5.88)
Posted by eddieeagle on 2002-05-06, 09:17:51 (199.20.71.14)
I recently purchased a used pair of Dynaudio Confidence 5's. I was powering them with an ARC 100 Mk II tubed amp with decent results. However, when my dealer let me borrow a used Krell amp, (FPB 300), .......
147: Which amplifier for Dynaudio Contour 1.3 mkII? (5.86)
Posted by KeesJ on 2003-08-20, 01:36:27 (137.224.174.225)
I have Dynaudio Contour 1.3 mkII speakers connected to a Quad 33/303 amplifier. Intend to upgrade with a new integrated amplifier (price range 1000-1400 US$/EURO Anyone who has experience with these s .......
148: Help me pick an amp (5.86)
Posted by MylesJ on 2002-03-27, 18:03:36 (206.71.103.1)
I have a 100 watt Mitsubishi amp that I have modded with help from the inmates. Now it is time to get a basically better amp. My target price is in the $1,000+ range. From research my choices are used .......
149: RE: Assembling new system...off the beaten path. (5.84)
Posted by Chef Henry on 2011-10-05, 11:13:15 (69.116.236.99)
I and others have expressed strongly positive opinions of the Dynaudio BM6a & BM6a Mark II. I had hoped that the BM15a would provide much the same quality but obviate the need for a sub. I have not p .......
150: Amp or speaker cables is the cause of problem?? (5.84)
Posted by jul on 2001-11-11, 06:01:45 (165.21.83.211)
Hi guys, I need some advise here I just upgraded from a NSM Audio 10s to a Dynaudio Contour 1.1 (run in pair), however I am not enjoying the true Dynaudio sound. Clarity and tight bass is there, howev .......
151: Go with pro equipment at the price range for best value. (5.83)
Posted by orpheus on 2010-04-01, 23:47:37 (24.189.30.3)
I don't think that you can do better than this for $1500 (unless you are a DIYer). Lavry DA10 DAC directly via balanced cable into Adam A7's or Dynaudio BM5 or 6 powered studio monitors. Then use the .......
152: Re: Amp for Dynaudio Confidence 5 (5.81)
Posted by SoundVideo on 2001-01-10, 04:18:05 (128.101.252.176)
The Bryston is a perfect choice. You need to pick a warm solid state amp with a lot of current in order to open up the current thirsty 5's. I am a Dynaudio dealer and found the sealed enclosure of the .......
153: Re: Bryston B-60 - What's going on? (long) (5.80)
Posted by majordomo on 1999-03-23, 11:41:18 (209.173.67.2)
Absolutely. The only area where the Classe was stronger was in macrodynamics, probably to be expeceted due to its much higher power capability. However, with my Dynaudio's being high-passed, even this .......
154: Speakers for Bryston: JMLab Cobalt 820 or Dynaudio 70? (5.79)
Posted by Vladimir on 2000-02-03, 13:53:47 (194.186.145.57)
Hello from Russia. Please help me. My system Bryston 4B-ST and Bryston BP-25, Meridian 508.20 CDP and AudioQuest Diamond and Midnight+ cables. I want to buy new speakers. My applicants JM Lab Cobalt 8 .......
155: forward bass (5.71)
Posted by amir57bs@yahoo.com on 2005-12-20, 08:46:08 (217.218.40.167)
hi i have accuphase dp-55v cdplayer krell kav 300il integrated amplifier dynaudio audience 82 3way speaker van den hul the second IC 0.6 m van den hul The revelation Spk 2.5m bass in some tracks like .......
156: You're quite wrong about the speakers used by mastering houses (5.71)
Posted by racerguy on 2004-04-21, 18:46:04 (24.74.158.194)
Let's see - Bob Ludwig (THE Bob Ludwig) uses Duntech and Dynaudio speakers. Future Disc uses Tannoy. ZenMastering uses Vandersteen. M Works uses Dunlavy and Tannoy. Fullersound uses Dynaudio. Precisio .......
157: dynaudio 50 sometimes harsh (5.69)
Posted by mongoose on 2000-11-01, 13:43:58 (38.27.225.163)
I have a pair of dynaudio 50's with parasound preamp,pioneer combi player and adcom 5500 series amplification.........I am using MIT speaker cables.The speakers sound great with most recordings...BUT .......
158: Re: Practical Hi-Fi in a very small space? (5.67)
Posted by carbonman on 2002-12-15, 17:41:00 (142.173.21.140)
Look at the Linn Classik with a tuner card and a pair Totems, Dynaudio, Mirage, or my favorite compact speakers, Joseph Audio RM7si Mk.II's. The Classik will give you a very good amp, preamp, tuner an .......
159: Re: name (and explain) that phenomenon (5.66)
Posted by maxxfell on 2001-03-02, 14:45:30 (144.81.121.21)
The Mira is rated at 61W at 8ohms but goes up to only 90W at 4ohms, which might be an indication that it doesn't deliver much current, right? B&W rates the CDM 1NT's as having pretty benign characteri .......
160: Richard Grey Power Company 400s worth the money for modest seperates? (5.61)
Posted by Alin W. on 2000-10-16, 18:21:51 (152.163.213.59)
Hi all, I am cosidering the RGPC 400s for my system. I don't have super-exotic components here, but rather good for the $$$ invested. If anyone has experience with this product and you also have modes .......
161: Re: Dynaudio+Musical Fidelity (5.58)
Posted by Hardcore on 2000-08-29, 17:57:39 (202.78.88.132)
Thanks a lot. .......
162: Re: Dynaudio and Creek 5350SE??? (5.57)
Posted by Noel on 2001-10-19, 20:27:25 (202.155.17.89)
So what did you end up getting? .......
163: Dynaudio Pics (5.57)
Posted by Jon L on 2006-06-05, 11:43:12 (162.119.232.102)
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164: speaks: i listened to several (5.57)
Posted by stan2 on 2003-07-27, 22:27:42 (66.205.137.164)
..... dynaudio (including contour line), b&w, meadowlark, paradigm, monitor audio and others. i ended up buying tyler acoustic taylo reference monitors, which go for about $1100 or so, used, and are o .......
165: Re: Speaker Upgrade from Dynaudio 1.8 MkII (5.55)
Posted by oleg on 2002-03-14, 03:44:27 (203.134.133.91)
I can understand when you characterise Dynaudio as 'dry' (I'd rather say 'cold'), but I never heard Dynaudio speakers accused of brightness. I used to have a pair of Dyns. They should not be bright, t .......
166: One exception - Volvo Coupe has a Dynaudio option (-) (5.53)
Posted by klaus on 1999-07-28, 09:47:28 (194.85.132.67)
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167: Re: Audio Refinement The Complete + MSB Link ADVICE (5.52)
Posted by Jeff Landry on 2001-04-25, 17:29:36 (64.229.41.88)
This is really helpful, thanks! It looks like this combo might work after all if I watch the cabling. Right now I have a van den hul D102 III that I was planning to use between the DAC and amp, and a .......
168: Re: OTOH...Does anyone use brass or BDR cones between speaker and top plate of stand or ... (5.49)
Posted by David Aiken on 2005-01-02, 12:22:17 (211.27.144.166)
The Dynaudio Masterstands I use with my Contour 1.3 SEs came with small brass cones to go between the speakers and the stand top plate. I tried lots of alternatives including Blu-tak, Vibrapods, Mod S .......
169: Re: Musical System for $3000? Disbelief (5.47)
Posted by AudioHappy on 2000-06-06, 10:22:51 (209.149.96.84)
For $3000: SF Concertinos/B&W CDM1se/Silverline SR12: $1100 (or you can save a few hundred by getting the Dynaudio Audience 50 @ $700) Speaker Stands: $200 Musical Fidelity A3 integrated amp/Musical R .......
170: Re: Plinius 8200i (5.47)
Posted by johngo on 2001-03-17, 23:05:51 (32.103.13.199)
I'm currently using Dynaudio Audience 50's...Thanks for the suggestions!! .......
171: which Dynaudio's? <nt> (5.46)
Posted by LeasingGuy on 2003-03-04, 17:19:44 (24.207.238.73)
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172: That's the company that just bought Dynaudio nt. (5.46)
Posted by Basslines on 2014-10-27, 16:54:58 (70.71.191.229)
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173: Re: Go for a Plinius, a match made in heaven with Tannoys.. (5.46)
Posted by satkabirs on 2003-02-12, 08:43:35 (210.214.146.35)
Dear AP (Sorry, I don't know your real name), Thanks for very a satisfying answer, I will defenitely go for Plinius. Actually I expected such an answer from you because recently I had heared Plinius I .......
174: Re: 3 Bi-amping questions (5.45)
Posted by snkby on 2000-07-12, 23:34:17 (198.144.204.227)
i am currently bi-amping with an adcom gfa-5400 driving a pair of dynaudio 24w-75exl woofers and a b&k st-140 driving the dynaudio d-28 tweeters. if the st-140 seems like overkill all i can tell you i .......
175: Re: NAIT w/ Dyn's! (5.44)
Posted by cornelius on 2001-07-16, 13:55:38 (195.92.168.166)
Good thinking Chris , I should have mentioned Dynaudio, I use them. .......
176: Re: Need power for Dynaudio speaker (5.41)
Posted by GTF on 1999-09-02, 18:04:22 (209.122.237.1)
If you can find a used Carver LightStar 2.0 which is what I use you should be very pleased. .......
177: Electrocompaniet ECI3 (5.41)
Posted by S.S. on 2002-02-19, 01:44:40 (192.50.66.4)
Does anyone here has experience with this int. amp?? Please tell me. can it on wel with Dynaudio speaker?? .......
178: You want... (5.41)
Posted by vital ital on 2007-06-11, 12:55:35 (78.0.135.189)
Dynaudio. v.i. Million miles from home. .......
179: )...can sometimes explain the slant of their posts( (5.41)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2007-07-20, 17:15:47 (66.110.197.20)
Like say someone always saying Dynaudio speakers are the way to go... .......
180: Less Humans More Electronics....Please (5.41)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2008-01-09, 16:11:00 (97.89.28.78)
Esp. Dynaudio products.... .......
181: Dynaudio Arbiter (5.41)
Posted by Roysen on 2001-12-22, 06:21:30 (130.67.43.8)
Has anyone had the chance to audition these magnificent monoblock power amplifiers? .......
182: Dynaudio Evidence (5.35)
Posted by Skeeterbytes on 2004-03-17, 10:08:01 (209.78.197.4)
And the amps to make them dance. --Rick .......
183: Does Dynaudio still rule when you want a ribbon and a horn? (5.35)
Posted by M3 lover on 2007-01-24, 09:13:09 (4.241.0.10)
Gotcha. :-) .......
184: There's an interesting Dynaudio in the B&H pro catalogue (5.35)
Posted by shamburg on 2008-06-11, 08:42:12 (66.11.201.62)
nt .......
185: RE: THAT'S how Dynaudio grew their company to the point that is was at to... (5.35)
Posted by middleground on 2014-10-24, 15:08:08 (174.92.185.141)
Some miscommunication involved here... .......
186: Will a better Interconnect improve the sound from DVD Player(CD playback) (5.35)
Posted by binoymehra on 2003-11-17, 09:10:48 (203.197.29.40)
Right now I am driving my Dynaudio Audience with a NAD C320BEE . My source is a budget Sony DVD player (NS-305). I am quite satisfied with this budget combination , may be due to exceptionally good Dy .......
187: Re: Do your ears hang low? Do they wobble, to-and-fro? (5.32)
Posted by David Aiken on 2004-05-19, 22:23:05 (210.50.30.37)
My ears are around the 32.5" mark when seated in my Le Corbusier chaisse copy. It's noticeably lower than normal armchairs, but normal armchairs place me a little too high for my speakers - Dynaudio C .......
188: Bryston B-60 - What's going on? (long) (5.31)
Posted by majordomo on 1999-03-23, 05:28:57 (209.173.67.2)
I recently got a Bryston B-60 integrated amp. I have Dynaudio Audience 50's (86 db, 4 ohms), and an NHT SW2Pi powered sub. Initially I hooked it up with both the Dynaudio's and the powered sub running .......
189: Re: Degradation from splitting, switches (5.30)
Posted by majordomo on 1999-03-16, 04:59:07 (209.173.67.2)
NHT SW2Pi. Mains are Dynaudio Audience 50. .......
190: Blowtorch, WAVAC 833's and Dynaudio Temptation Master (5.30)
Posted by howard on 2003-02-01, 02:53:48 (65.58.174.225)
nt .......
191: Re: is Dynaudio the largest european high end speakers maker (5.30)
Posted by morricab on 2003-08-19, 00:53:58 (196.3.50.254)
No, I think B&W is .......
192: RE: So with all the sour, dour bellyaching from you and others around here... (5.30)
Posted by sudz1234@yahoo.com on 2014-10-24, 16:15:07 (172.4.51.86)
It's not Dynaco bro, it's Dynaudio. .......
193: Which Integrated Amp under $2000 with Dynaudio A70? (5.30)
Posted by Joe A. on 1999-12-30, 21:19:22 (205.134.227.53)
I'm looking for advice on a new (or recent model used) Integrated Amp (or separates). I listen to a very wide range of music. I'm currently using a Rotel RA-985BX with a Rotel RCD 971 and Dynaudio Aud .......
194: RE: A little survey... (5.30)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2008-04-25, 15:07:35 (97.89.28.78)
1: The first piece of audio gear you received as a gift or hand me down? It could be an package as that is likely what some may have received. None, never got an audio gift 2: The first piece of aud .......
195: I'm not disagreeing with you (5.29)
Posted by hermanesque on 2008-11-09, 18:05:40 (68.179.167.19)
I understand what you are saying. I'm just not sure that the minuses outweigh the pluses and too late I'm afraid to do any good if I do change. We have posters who's moniker includes the brand name of .......
196: Re: Any good HIFI and record shops in DC? (5.27)
Posted by Beethoven on 2003-08-22, 07:06:20 (68.164.98.77)
I don't think Myer-Emco carries Magnepan anymore - it is now carried by Gifted Listener. Like you, I also had a horrid experience there listening to a pair of N802's with Adcom gear. I've always liked .......
197: Re:many alternatives. (5.26)
Posted by roberts@bandstand productions on 2000-01-31, 11:05:07 (208.149.44.224)
I am agreeing with you....And my comments as well Actually the "big" computer goes through a pair of Dynaudio Consequences' .......
198: Re: Which amplifier for Dynaudio Contour 1.3 mkII? (5.25)
Posted by tomas on 2003-08-20, 09:30:04 (212.79.177.130)
agree...you won't get better sound for $1500 new. Just different. .......
199: I had Dynaudio 1.8MKII's (5.25)
Posted by GTF on 2004-07-27, 08:32:34 (24.184.134.183)
I was very suprised at how little control my 250 had over those little drivers until I hookedup a LightStar 2.0. .......
200: those octogonals look like Philips (5.25)
Posted by Story on 2023-07-19, 12:12:47 (71.53.138.121)
and the lower mids look like Dynaudio's also looks like a home brew mess .......
Found 200 records in Amp/Preamp Asylum.
1: Re: Wich pre and power amp for the Dynaudio Contour 1.3 SE? (8.63)
Posted by Audio Pharaoh on 2003-09-02, 12:01:21 (62.114.166.42)
It is said that the Plinius amps synergize well with Dynaudio speakers. You could go for a P-8/M-8 combo or an SA-102/M-8 combo. Of course, there maybe other good choices in amps with Dynaudio but it .......
2: Dynaudio match power (8.63)
Posted by Amir on 2005-09-26, 02:14:49 (85.185.51.27)
hi guys i want to know dynaudio company use which amplifier brand in hifi shows? and which speaker cable they use? Dynaudio is so sensitive to upstreams thanks .......
3: Re: HELP NEEDED, Plinius SA102 and Dynaudio 1.3SE (8.60)
Posted by Audio Pharaoh on 2003-02-18, 14:19:40 (62.135.63.225)
Manuel, As per many inmates' posts and experiences, the Plinius is a synergistic match with Dynaudio speakers. I haven't actually heard such a combination but it is said Plinius/Dynaudio is an excelle .......
4: Dynaudio (8.59)
Posted by djk on 2011-05-14, 15:02:33 (65.103.51.183)
The KingRex T-Amp is the minimum recommended by Dynaudio for a small room (see link), the only problem you might have is its not playing loud enough. I have used Dynaudio components for many years. Th .......
5: Re: Best SS amp brands/power level for new Dynaudio Countour line (8.46)
Posted by vikvilkhu on 2003-07-09, 17:45:25 (68.165.14.211)
Dynaudio and Sim Audio are distributed by the same company in Canada. Often you will see the pair demonstrated togehter as it is the distributor who is assembling the demo at high-end shows. BTW the r .......
6: RE: Linux-)Trends UD-10.1-)Bryston 2B LP-)Dynaudio 52 SE (8.03)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2007-09-30, 07:45:22 (97.89.28.78)
Instead of the Bryston + Dynaudio 52's you may want to consider a professional powered Dynaudio product for about the same cost or less....as the amp+speakers. .......
7: Re: I prefer to sterilize (7.97)
Posted by morricab on 2005-04-17, 13:41:41 (84.72.41.225)
I think he is right. Krell with Dynaudio...uh oh! Dynaudio with Simaudio is a much better idea. My friend's Dynaudio Contour 1.8MkII with Simaudio Celeste w4250 sounds pretty good (I used to own both .......
8: Re: can nad c320bee drive dynaudio audience 42? (7.88)
Posted by gizmo on 2003-06-03, 03:40:23 (80.103.114.219)
Hi, In your room you need the dynaudio audience 52 if you want real sound Dynaudio. The nad can drive but a low level the dyn, but need something more fine and with more current.... Densen Beat B-100 .......
9: RE: my amp and speakers are danish (7.83)
Posted by mwheelerk on 2011-12-31, 06:27:15 (66.135.163.241)
I have owned three pair of Dynaudio speakers including my current Dynaudio Focus 220 MKII and though I would say there is a Dynaudio 'house' sound I would not attribute that to a 'Danish' sound. ::: T .......
10: Re: MF A5 or Unison Research Unico DM for Dynaudio 1.1 (7.83)
Posted by MC1 on 2005-11-29, 11:14:35 (82.153.222.83)
The Dyn's are not bi-ampable - Dynaudio don't believe in it! .......
11: McCormack DNA125 with Dynaudio/Krell combo? (7.17)
Posted by John B on 2003-08-12, 09:53:05 (66.126.191.98)
I'm considering a used McCormack DNA125 to mate with my Dynaudio S 3.4 speakers and a Krell HTS 7.1. I've read that this amp is on the warm side and am wondering how that would match up with the Krell .......
12: Krell KAV400il with Dynaudio Countour 3? (7.17)
Posted by Frank on 2005-04-16, 09:44:21 (24.187.24.151)
Does dynaudio match well with Krell. A friend has the Countour 3's and is considering buying the Krell 400il integrated to power them. Is this a good combo or are there integrateds that have better sy .......
13: Plinius (7.16)
Posted by Frihed89 on 2006-07-24, 09:29:18 (80.166.156.115)
Dynaudio + plinius. YBA is too refined for Dynaudio. That's what my ears hear. .......
14: Re: how about i match naim nait 5 with dynaudio 52 (7.10)
Posted by Audio Nirvana on 2003-05-30, 08:59:02 (210.186.220.243)
Yes, I would think that the Naim would be a good match tonally to the Dynaudio, but a bit unsure whether the 30 watts would struggle with the low impedance and sensitivity. Primare A30.1 not a good ma .......
15: minimum power requirements? (7.06)
Posted by guayabound on 2011-05-15, 09:58:54 (190.18.163.163)
Thanks djk. Question: according link to dynaudio document link you provided, for the Dynaudio 52s the minimum recommended power is 25 watts. And according to what I can find on the internet, the Kingr .......
16: German Octave amps in Dynaudio room at RMAF? (6.96)
Posted by Audioquest4life on 2009-10-11, 02:14:34 (87.177.88.141)
Anyone see if the amps that were driving the Dynaudio speakers at RMAF were the German brand Octaves? I saw a pic of what I thought was a Octave Jubilee monster amp. It is a huge 220 watt mono tube am .......
17: How do you likr yout Dynaudio Audience 52? (6.93)
Posted by mwwocd on 2002-11-18, 06:15:54 (64.166.206.250)
How do you like your Dynaudio 52's? I'm thinking of buying them and my room is about the same size as yours. And I listen to mostly jazz. Are they worth it? .......
18: Amps for Dynaudio Special 25 (6.89)
Posted by jowook on 2006-09-18, 23:25:01 (65.69.71.106)
I'm considering to get Dynaudio Special 25. My current amps are Audio Research LS-15 and Plinius SA100 MKIII. I've heard Plinius and ARC are good matches with Dynaudio. But a friend of mine said I nee .......
19: Re: Musical Fidelity A3.2 cr Power amp drive Dynaudio 1.3mkII (6.77)
Posted by Arvind Kohli on 2002-12-15, 20:09:13 (66.56.160.80)
I am currently reviewibg the MF3.2 integrated, and one of the speakers mated with is the Dynaudio 1.3 mkII. I would have no hesitation keeping that combo for myself. .......
20: Re: Best SS amp brands/power level for new Dynaudio Countour line (6.74)
Posted by BB on 2003-07-07, 15:48:18 (12.238.171.119)
Ditto on the Sim Audio amps. Don't know if Dynaudio uses them to voice their speakers but they are paired together in a lot of shows and demos. .......
21: Re: Good tube amp match for BAT VK 30 and Dynaudio 5.4's? (6.74)
Posted by islandmandan on 2005-04-25, 20:09:15 (209.240.205.63)
My thanks to Dynaudio Rules and Parnelli 777 for their answering my question about amps. Both good suggestions. Thanks, guys! .......
22: Re: Suggestions for SS amp for Dynaudio 1.3mkII (6.71)
Posted by MylesJ on 2003-01-17, 12:42:00 (216.239.174.58)
Main suggestion is more power. I ended up with a PS Audio HCA-2 on Dynaudio 52s which I can recommend heartily. Itried several 100 watt units and was not happy .......
23: Re: Plinius 8200 MKII or Musical Fidelity A308 Integraded with Dynaudio's? (6.69)
Posted by Paco3 on 2003-02-24, 22:21:35 (64.165.212.43)
I have no direct experience with Musical Fidelity amplifiers, but I have used the Plinius SA 100 amp with Dynaudio Contour 1.8 MkII and Contour 3.0 speakers with great success. The Plinius amp really .......
24: Plinius + Dynaudio = Synergy (6.66)
Posted by nickwh on 2005-03-15, 19:00:12 (68.193.144.146)
For the Audience 42, the less powerful Plinius 9100 is more than enough. Regardless, many will agree and I can personally attest that the Plinius "house sound" is a perfect match with Dynaudio loudspe .......
25: Re: Requesting advice on integrated amps (6.65)
Posted by Miles B on 2004-10-09, 10:20:24 (68.90.65.84)
I've been to Music For Pleasure a few times. I auditioned the Arcam A65+ there, and was impressed by its vinyl playback (Rega P3 with a Goldring cartridge), but the CD playback (Arcam CD72) didn't thr .......
26: Re: Good CHEAP "T" or digi amp that will drive Dynaudio (6.62)
Posted by pilot on 2007-03-17, 18:07:24 (75.85.11.241)
I am using a panasonic saxr55 no problems driving a dynaudio,no problems, sounds real nice .......
27: Re: Best Integrated Amp for Dynaudio Audience 42? (6.61)
Posted by MylesJ on 2003-04-24, 17:56:45 (207.168.131.1)
I tried a lot of amps on my Dynaudio 52s. The integrateds I tried were all 150 watts or less into 4 ohms. This is not enough power unless you have a small room. I ended up with the HCA-2, rated 225 @ .......
28: Amp for Excite X-14 (6.58)
Posted by RayBan on 2014-10-01, 01:20:25 (119.148.99.90)
I would like a recommendation for an amp to power Dynaudio X-14's in a medium bright room. Like Parasound as a previous user but Dynaudio users would have realistic data. .......
29: Re: Best SS amp brands/power level for new Dynaudio Countour line (6.57)
Posted by jtube on 2003-07-07, 07:01:51 (64.39.137.123)
I believe Dynaudio uses Simm Audio to test their speakers, but any high current SS amp will suffice. Johnny .......
30: Monitor Speaker for Rega Mira 3 (6.53)
Posted by binoymehra on 2005-02-21, 08:59:30 (203.94.211.180)
Presently I am driving Dynaudio 42 .Could a change to other bookshelf (similar price range) bring in improvement? Brands available are Kef,Dynaudio,Mission, castle, Quad ,Infinity, Mirage, PSB etc ::: .......
31: HELP NEEDED, Plinius SA102 and Dynaudio 1.3SE (6.53)
Posted by Manuel on 2003-02-18, 11:46:09 (213.60.25.67)
Can somebody tell me something about synergy with Plinius SA102 and Dynaudio Contour 1.3SE? Thanks to everybody .......
32: Would an Ayre AX-7 Integrated be able to drive the Dynaudio Contour 1.3 MK II? (6.52)
Posted by jaybar on 2003-06-20, 21:56:45 (208.59.195.219)
I am wondering about the ability of this integrated to drive the Dynaudio speakers. It is 60 watts @ 8 ohms and 120 watts @ 4 ohms. In short it is rather high current. Is watts or current more importa .......
33: Hovland...or Krell (6.50)
Posted by Ralphy on 2003-08-14, 07:05:50 (195.53.211.130)
Hi. What would you prefer: 1.- Hovland HP 100pre, Krell FPB300 and Dynaudio Confidence 3, or 2.- Hovland HP100pre & Hov. Sapphire amp and Dynaudio Special E.25. Thank you. .......
34: Opinion on Rotel receivers vs. separates? (6.50)
Posted by ez-v on 2002-12-05, 16:56:54 (128.120.134.45)
Thinking about picking up a pair of Dynaudio Audience (or possibly some Dynaudio Acoustics BM pro monitors) and am somewhat unsure as to how to drive them. When I auditioned the Dynaudio Audiences, th .......
35: Levinson/Dynaudio (6.49)
Posted by Awe-d-o-file on 2015-03-04, 06:47:02 (74.38.201.140)
I heard a Levinson monoblock Dynaudio high dollar set up w/Meridian Digital and not only was it sterile but the little woofers in the very expensive 6 foot tall (almost) speakers would bottom out on a .......
36: Check out Arcam if you can (6.48)
Posted by Guth on 2003-10-27, 10:46:13 (15.252.0.75)
The shop where I purchased my gear carried Arcam and Plinius along with Dynaudio speakers. We compared the Arcam A85 and the Plinius 8200 mated with Dynaudio Contour 1.8 speakers. Amazingly similar - .......
37: RE: Linux-)Trends UD-10.1-)Bryston 2B LP-)Dynaudio 52 SE (6.40)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2007-09-30, 10:32:47 (97.89.28.78)
I think you mis-read my post... I suggest not buying an amp...and instead buying a pair of powered speakers...made by Dynaudio. Therefore no need for an amp. .......
38: Re: What to match Dynaudio 52's with? (6.38)
Posted by Atwood on 2003-10-26, 23:34:00 (163.152.77.200)
Linn is a good match with Dynaudio. The combintion would definitely be warm. A used LK-140 goes for about $750. If you need a full-function pre you could go for a used Linn Wakonda or if not, a good p .......
39: Amp for Dynaudio 1.3 SE (6.36)
Posted by pavle_kovac@yahoo.com on 2004-04-24, 04:12:18 (202.154.44.40)
Hi, New on this site... What solid state amp could you recommend for my new Dynaudio 1.3 SE? Seems that Plinius and Sim Audio match well? What about Musical fidelity 3.2, Krell 400 xi,Arcam A85, Denon .......
40: Plinius 8200 MKII or Musical Fidelity A308 Integraded with Dynaudio's? (6.30)
Posted by LeasingGuy on 2003-02-23, 16:42:01 (24.207.238.73)
Plinius 8200 MKII or Musical Fidelity A308 Integraded with Dynaudio's? The Adcom gear is being boxed for shipping and I still haven't decided on a replacement. I will be driving Dynaudio 1.8MKII's, an .......
41: Best Integrated Amp for Dynaudio Audience 42? (6.29)
Posted by nickwh on 2003-04-23, 10:53:19 (12.44.51.194)
I'm using a HT receiver right now, but I"m entertaining the idea of upgrading to an integrated amp. What would be the best match for my Dynaudio Audience 42's for $1000 or less? Thanks. .......
42: Ever heard of Dynaudio brand of amplifier (6.28)
Posted by Kaycee on 2004-04-04, 09:28:52 (218.102.66.131)
Someone has recommended a piece of used equipment by Dynaudio (perhaps OEM from others),model A2 or A3. I'm not sure what year they are but I was looking for a high current amp within a small budget o .......
43: Re: Manley Stingray? (6.26)
Posted by mikemcw on 2003-07-03, 18:05:12 (12.88.83.58)
Robotk, It seems most people I've spoken to have said the same thing your saying, spend the most money on speakers. I'm leaning towards the dynaudio contour s3.4 which list for 5k, I just want to make .......
44: Best power amp matchup for Dynaudio Contour S5.4? (6.26)
Posted by islandmandan on 2005-02-22, 13:04:40 (209.240.205.63)
What would be the best power amp for Dynaudio Contour S5.4? .......
45: What to match Dynaudio 52's with? (6.25)
Posted by taskmaster on 2003-10-26, 19:55:21 (24.69.255.237)
What would be a good integrated amp to use with dynaudio audience 52's?I want to spend between $1000-$1500 and like my music on the warm side. Also, could I buy a good amp/pre amp combo for that mu .......
46: RE: Amplifiers for Dynaudio Contour 3.4 (6.24)
Posted by ttowntony (D) on 2007-12-31, 14:57:37 (70.176.91.38)
No real-world experience with the Creek and Accuphase units. But, I have a few suggestions: I own these speakers as a dealer and we have an appreciation for the Parasound Halo separates P3/A21 and the .......
47: amplifier and speaker cable for Dynaudio Contour 3.0 (6.24)
Posted by wong on 2003-12-23, 08:33:26 (203.83.110.228)
Dear Folks, Would you advise which amplifier (either power or integrated) and cable is most suitable for my Dynaudio Contour 3.0 speakers. I am now using Dennon 4802 (i.e. AVs11 in Asia) and Arcam Div .......
48: RE: Integrated amp for rega rp1 & dynAudio bookshelves (6.24)
Posted by mwheelerk on 2011-12-13, 22:24:32 (66.135.163.241)
I have driven Dynaudio Excite X12 with Cambridge Audio integrated amps to great satisfaction. Here is a pretty good deal on one within your budget. http://www.dedicatedaudio.com/inc/sdetail/23601/219 .......
49: Please note though (6.22)
Posted by vikvilkhu on 2003-07-10, 16:07:36 (68.165.14.66)
that when I used a full Sim Audio system with the Dynaudio speakers things were nto so hot. I was specifically refering to the Sim Audio Amps and Dynaudio speakers. With a tube pre things really opene .......
50: Amp for Dynaudio Focus140 (6.18)
Posted by Eric-kln on 2006-10-08, 21:58:54 (69.88.3.19)
I'm looking for a amp for Dynaudio Focus140, listed some: Roksan Caspain M Sereies-1, Cyrus 8vs, Rega Cursa+Mia. Do you have any experience with these amps. Focus140 is tough load (4 ohms/86db) so it .......
51: Re: Amp For Dynaudio Contour S3.4 (6.18)
Posted by ynot on 2005-03-08, 11:16:38 (209.128.29.28)
According to this reviewer, the Cayin 265Ai (40 wpc Class A) matches very well with Dynaudio speakers. Only thing is, this amp will get hot. http://www.hometheaterhifi.com/volume_11_1/cayin-265ai-int .......
52: Re: Good tube amp match for BAT VK 30 and Dynaudio 5.4's? (6.17)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2005-04-24, 13:14:00 (69.246.118.245)
I have Dynaudio speakers myself and if I were to go with a tube amp I would choose the Rogue Audio mono blocks for the best price performance. BTW I too am using a Aragon amp...8008BB with an Anthem P .......
53: Integrated amp for rega rp1 & dynAudio bookshelves (6.14)
Posted by Bigblueoxe on 2011-12-11, 11:16:14 (108.202.82.49)
Any suggestions for an integrated amp? My setup is as follows: Dynaudio DM 2/6, Impedence 6 ohms Rega rp1 turntable Price range: up to $600, but would like to spend less .......
54: Re: Van Alstine preamp (6.11)
Posted by Christophe on 2003-02-11, 16:02:58 (62.147.97.211)
My setup has some commen points with your: njoe tjoeb and dynaudio speakers, gemini in my case. Otherwise, I bought the odyssey mono and the tempest preamp. With the right interconnect, they are reall .......
55: Thank you Sir, very interesting indeed. (6.09)
Posted by beppe61 on 2005-10-28, 14:38:02 (212.171.168.6)
Dear Sir, first of all congratulations for your really great set-up. Then I will follow your listening impressions very carefully. I have Dynaudio speakers as well, although a cheaper and older model. .......
56: can nad c320bee drive dynaudio audience 42? (6.09)
Posted by rhumboy on 2003-06-02, 23:07:48 (203.177.28.147)
can nad c320bee drive dynaudio audience 42? my room is about 22 sqm. .......
57: Re: Just got a Krell KAV-300il. (6.09)
Posted by gizmo on 2003-02-20, 08:56:30 (62.36.181.17)
Hi, I listen this integrated with some speakers, for example: -Sonus Faber Signum -dynaudio contour 1.1 -dynaudio contour 1.3MKII -Sonus Faber Concerto Gran -ProAc Studio 125 In my opinion have a soun .......
58: Re: Amp for Dynaudio 1.3 SE (6.06)
Posted by georgemg on 2004-04-26, 02:03:49 (200.217.2.223)
I used one pair of dynaudio contour 1.8 mkII, first with rotel rb 1070 ( 130w/8 ohms} the sound was thin, after using mccormarck dna 1 dlx( 185 w/8 ohms) the sound was velevty with slam,very good, I t .......
59: Plinius far superior (6.06)
Posted by achandoke on 2003-02-24, 18:44:00 (68.58.41.151)
This is a no brainer. Plinius is far superior. I have listened to both and the Musical Fidelity is mid fi and it doesnt compare. I dont think you will go wrong with Plinius. As far as Dynaudio, Pliniu .......
60: Re: Which amplifier for Dynaudio 5.1 setup? (6.06)
Posted by tony s on 2003-03-19, 09:29:46 (193.150.166.43)
I don't know about the 5.1 McIntosh but the 2 channel match very nicely. I seen the MC7270 and the MC2255 matched up with the Dynaudio 2.5's, 1.8mII, 1.3SE, and the 1.1 from the contour line. Both of .......
61: Dynaudio....... (6.04)
Posted by Sordidman on 2002-11-07, 10:37:21 (64.84.58.19)
I would suggest Rogue and Classe..... To my ears, - these are "treble recessed" amplifiers that may match up quite nicely with your Tjoeb. However, - also to my ears, - I hear the Dynaudio's to be a l .......
62: Halo JC-1 and Dynaudio?? (6.02)
Posted by BlakeG on 2004-03-26, 11:01:22 (216.103.68.148)
Hey there, I just bought a pair of Dynaudio Confidence 2 speakers. I am ecstatic with their performance. However, they seem to be taxing my ATI 3007, they sound strained at louder listening levels. I .......
63: Can Audio Research VS55 drive Dynaudio speakers (6.01)
Posted by synopsis25 on 2006-09-27, 20:14:34 (58.69.24.34)
I have a Focus 110 Dynaudio speakers & would like to know whether the VS55 can drive these speakers ? The Focus 110 are 85 db.... Thanks for insight. Sigfred .......
64: Re: "very difficult to get nice dynamic sound from Dynaudio " (6.00)
Posted by DevillEars on 2005-11-05, 04:39:43 (196.25.255.210)
Hi, To be honest, that has NOT been my experience - I've listened to Dynaudio speakers that have been particularly good at overall presentation, including fine transient handling and great musicality. .......
65: NAD C370 and Roksan Kandy MkIII , which amp for Dynaudio Audience 42 (6.00)
Posted by binoymehra on 2003-10-22, 23:06:26 (203.197.15.132)
I have already decided on speaker to be Dynaudio Audience 42. Which amp out of two will be better match for Dyn. The Price difference here in India is not much. BTW, Can a Rotel RA-02 drive Dyn 42? :: .......
66: Re: Monitor Speaker for Rega Mira 3 (5.99)
Posted by KT88 on 2005-02-21, 12:40:57 (63.124.17.249)
Yes, it could but you would need to decide that as different does not always mean better. I believe that I would find the Rega/Dynaudio pairing to be rather dry and matter-of-fact, which is not really .......
67: New Amp for Dynaudio Audience 72s (5.95)
Posted by potwo on 2006-11-11, 09:06:33 (141.211.130.183)
My current amp (MF X-150) doesn't drive my Dynaudio Audience 72s sufficiently well when fed a signal from my MacBook. I see two solutions: 1) Somehow increase the gain without introducing distortion ( .......
68: RE: Linux-)Trends UD-10.1-)Bryston 2B LP-)Dynaudio 52 SE (5.95)
Posted by btbluesky on 2007-09-30, 10:22:49 (68.123.225.170)
So which amp in the range of 300-600 (used) would be good candidate for the Dynaudio 52 SE in your opinion? I see some reviews from user who used NAD and B & K, they are quite satisfy with the Bryston .......
69: RE: Inte amp and CD player for Dynaudio 110 (5.95)
Posted by Mr Peabody on 2016-02-10, 06:50:24 (97.87.115.17)
If you liked the 160 the 110 will be similar but with not as much low end extention. I didn't mean to discourage you. With something like Naim or Krell the 110 would not be as dark. It's difficult to .......
70: RE: Inte amp and CD player for Dynaudio 110 (5.94)
Posted by Pat D on 2016-02-08, 10:08:48 (99.251.218.54)
The Audiolab 8200a is rated at 95 watts into 4 ohms. The Dynaudio Focus 110 has a sensitivity of 85 dB (that's measured at the NRC, not just a manufacturer's spec) and an impedance that drops below 4 .......
71: RE: Inte amp and CD player for Dynaudio 110 (5.94)
Posted by Dave_K on 2016-02-10, 05:45:17 (199.46.198.232)
Simaudio is a good match. I have a Simaudio W-5LE that I have used to power Dynaudio Focus 160 and Confidence C2. In my experience, Dynaudios benefit from a strong amplifier, and I have some doubts ab .......
72: RE: Which AV receiver for 4 ohm speakers (5.94)
Posted by Bromo33333 on 2013-01-17, 07:09:03 (173.225.52.226)
Which speaker are you driving? I have some Dynaudio Excite X12's that are "4 Ohms" but are really easy loads. I have some Thiel CS2.4's that are also "4 Ohms" that really need a big amp to sound their .......
73: Accuphase E450 or Pass INT 150 for Dynaudio C1 (5.91)
Posted by farak on 2010-11-21, 07:57:11 (12.43.115.214)
Accuphase E450 or Pass INT 150 for Dynaudio C1. Or Sim Audio? .......
74: Densen Beat 110 match Dynaudio 70? (5.90)
Posted by cychoong@mail.com on 2008-10-10, 03:10:41 (202.147.39.111)
Hi Guys, i am considering buying a used Densen Beat 110 to replace my Roksan Kandy. My system comprises Dynaudio 70 floorstanders, Rega Apollo CDP and Rega P25 TT. Would this be a good move? Tks! ::: .......
75: Re: Plinius of YBA? (5.89)
Posted by mtdking on 2006-07-24, 07:52:03 (69.216.132.13)
Neither! I would go with a Rowland or a Mcintosh. The Mcintosh Ma2275 is the best integrated I have ever heard. I have had the BAT vk-300se, MK kw, and the Rowland all models and some other lower end .......
76: Preamp suggestions for Dynaudio + Simaudio + Krell (5.88)
Posted by Kevin Acker on 2006-04-22, 22:56:46 (141.156.218.117)
In the process of upgrading my entire system, I recently purchased a pair of Dynaudio 3.4s, a Simaudio W-5 and a Krell SACD standard. Now it's time to look for a preamp. Yes, I will wait until I hear .......
77: RE: PrimaLuna integrated with Dynaudio Audience 52 SE? (5.88)
Posted by Marduk on 2010-06-29, 07:50:49 (124.197.106.205)
I have the same speakers as you. I do not think the tube amps will do justice to the speakers. Many dynaudio users prefer to match with solidstate amps like Densen, Primare, Naim and Plinius just to n .......
78: Re: finding an amp (integrate/power amp)/pre amp dynaudio speakers (5.88)
Posted by Audio Pharaoh on 2004-06-15, 08:06:11 (62.114.166.52)
I suggest you put Plinius amps on your shortlist of auditions. Plinius has been known to be very synergistic with Dynaudio speakers. You could consider the 9200 integrated or an SA-102/M-8 power-pre c .......
79: You can look at it this way.. (5.87)
Posted by Audio Pharaoh on 2003-02-24, 15:44:08 (62.135.63.158)
Plinius in general is said to be very synergistic with Dynaudio speakers. Haven't heard the Dynaudio nor the MF amps. But I have heard the Plinius 8150 with many speakers including the Martin Logan Ae .......
80: Best SS amp brands/power level for new Dynaudio Countour line (5.86)
Posted by Walker Texas on 2003-07-05, 07:24:17 (216.184.16.2)
Any one make recommendations for amp brands and leels of power to pair with Dynaudio's Countour S3.4 and S5.4 Floorstanders. For a nice sized living room, about how much power is needed? Walker Stewa .......
81: RE: Small(er) integrated for Dynaudio Excite 12 (5.85)
Posted by Ian Mackenzie on 2013-11-05, 06:28:10 (173.161.88.185)
I would say the same thing about Dynaudio speakers...;-) I have owned Contour 1.8s, Special 25s and Audience 52SEs. Was just trying to answer a very specific question. Mot many amps out there that are .......
82: RE: Integrated amp for rega rp1 & dynAudio bookshelves (5.84)
Posted by ejlif on 2011-12-12, 20:10:23 (76.204.224.197)
I think the creek destiny sounds awesome with Dynaudio speakers. I know it's out of your price range but maybe the 4330 would do or I have seen deals on the 5350 close to your price and that is a very .......
83: Re: Naim Nait 5 and 5i - differences, speaker suggestions (5.81)
Posted by Ian Mackenzie on 2004-02-09, 10:00:38 (216.80.125.175)
The 5i just has more "balls" than the 5. (30 v. 50 wpc). You'll get a better handle on things on the Naim forum: http://naim-audio.infopop.net/1/OpenTopic?a=frm&s=67019385&f=48019385 Naim is great wit .......
84: Re: Review - Primare, Plinius, Musical Fidelity, Unison Research, SAT, VAL (5.80)
Posted by Audio Nirvana on 2003-04-06, 07:54:17 (210.186.220.224)
Yes, all of the amps were showroom demo units which had been adequately broken in. But the dealer did say that the MF 3.2 sound great matched with the Dynaudio Audience 52. I would certainly agree wit .......
85: Which amplifier for Dynaudio 5.1 setup? (5.75)
Posted by JohnB on 2003-03-17, 18:40:40 (128.107.248.220)
Hi, I'm setting up a system to be used for both music and movies based on Dynaudio speakers. My music taste is fairly broad - jazz, pop, classical, and the room setup is an apartment of about 16 ft x .......
86: finding an amp (integrate/power amp)/pre amp dynaudio speakers (5.74)
Posted by albertangela@hotmail.com on 2004-06-15, 05:47:28 (218.103.207.83)
audiophile advice is being sought for the following:- I have a pair of dynaudio contour 3.0 speakers. What brand of (i) integrate amp or (ii) power amp + pre amp and (iii) speaker cables be best for .......
87: Sumo Nine Class A Amplifier -- Still Going Strong After 22 years (5.73)
Posted by Russellkishi@aol.com on 2003-12-04, 22:53:03 (152.163.252.5)
I am still using my Sumo Nine Class A Amplifier purchased in 1981. This amp remains in my system because I simply can't find anything to complain about. It's still smooth, fast and definitely musical. .......
88: Best Amp & Pre for Dynaudio Contour 3.3 Speakers (5.71)
Posted by capnizzy on 2002-10-16, 14:50:06 (208.207.30.22)
Have a pair of Dynaudio Contour 3.3 speakers. Looking for the right synergy. Some options that have been thrown at me are: Odyssey Stratos Mono Block Musical Fidelity A308cr (newly released) Any opini .......
89: Amp for Audio Research LS3 (5.68)
Posted by tryrrthg on 2003-08-13, 06:22:40 (4.18.3.130)
I am looking at a used Audio Research LS3 pre amp and am wondering what amp would be a good match with it? I will be looking for a used amp in the $600-$700 range. I've been looking at the McCormack D .......
90: Best Amp For Dynaudio Speakers (5.67)
Posted by AudioStyle on 2004-08-12, 01:17:43 (24.81.18.3)
Which amp, out of the seven listed, would have the best synergy and the most sonic accuracy with Dynaudio Speakers? - Classe CA-101 (power amp) - Classe CAP-101 (integrated) - SimAudio I-5 - Rega (any .......
91: Inte amp and CD player for Dynaudio 110 (5.66)
Posted by bluesky on 2016-02-08, 01:58:23 (182.230.58.80)
I have the audiolab 8200CD, 8200A inte and the Dali mentor 1. I am considering the Dynaudio Focus 110. Recommend inte amp and CD player for them, please. My mainly listening music is symphony, orchest .......
92: "I have a pair of Dynaudio speakers... (5.66)
Posted by Allen Wright on 2005-08-29, 02:48:17 (217.148.13.79)
...and I would like to ask you if these kind of speakers actually need a high damping factor power amp, because they indeed sound quite sloppy in the bass?" I have have no practical experience with Dy .......
93: Dynaudio C2 which pre/power amp and cdp? (5.63)
Posted by meny on 2004-06-18, 23:14:06 (212.235.77.167)
Hi, I purchased Dynaudio C2 speakers (sen' 88dB, imp' 4 Ohm). My budget for amp and cdp is $14,000-$12,000 (new). What do you think about combination of Aesthetix Calypso, Music Reference RM-200 or G .......
94: RE: I think you meant, "It sells better and gives us bigger margins" (5.62)
Posted by A.Wayne on 2015-08-05, 15:45:41 (107.77.94.17)
heard a special horn system the other night use JBL 15's (4) and dynaudio drivers for mid /top never heard Dynaudio compression drivers before , pequed my interest , i'm thinking of a second system at .......
95: Re: Will Unico match with Dynaudio (5.62)
Posted by Audio Nirvana on 2003-06-17, 08:37:24 (210.186.220.136)
I use a Unico with Nautilus 805, but in my opinion, it won't be a good match with the Dynaudio 42. The Unico with stock tubes has a warm bloomy sound, paired with your warm CD player and warmish 42, i .......
96: Re: Impressions of the C-J Premier 350 and ACT-2 (5.62)
Posted by cmach on 2005-08-21, 15:45:26 (131.215.36.170)
Interesting review. I had a chance to listen to nearly an identical system at a local dealer. The dealer was using a pair of Dynaudio Temptations. All I can say that this is the best system I have eve .......
97: Re: Bryston 3B-ST (5.60)
Posted by countingbackwards on 2006-10-14, 09:37:30 (70.83.95.183)
I'm not familiar with Revel speakers, but have heard the 3B-ST with a variety of PSB speakers and with Totems (which use Dynaudio drivers), and I'd say that the PSB "house sound" matches very very wel .......
98: other stuff (5.58)
Posted by KT88 on 2005-04-17, 15:56:17 (209.170.179.113)
He might like it. Probably like Bryston, Levinson, & Sim in that it should be a transparent system, but not overly bright. I have not actually heard the Dynaudio speaker driven with Classe, but I have .......
99: Re: Dussun V8i compared to Mark Levinson (5.55)
Posted by montgomery.charles@worldnet.att.net on 2006-10-09, 15:43:08 (71.195.227.127)
Thanks for the feedback... So you are saying this intergrated amp V8i has some dynamics matched with the right speakers? Some of the speakers im considering are the Dynaudio c1, Lipinski 505 & 707 Von .......
100: Opinions on Dynamics Wanted: SIM Audio W-5 and Dynaudio Countour S5.4 (5.54)
Posted by Walker Texas on 2003-07-14, 19:57:06 (216.184.16.2)
I'm considering scrapping my Linn amplification and speakers. But one of the things about this setup that I confess that I like the best are its dynamics. You see, I've got three LK-140 ams (140w into .......
101: Nuforce or CIA with Dynaudio? (5.53)
Posted by pturn on 2005-08-01, 13:50:51 (68.166.171.178)
Both brands are priced about the same (ref 8 vs d-100), (ref 9 vs d-200) and have, to put it mildly piqued my interest, to put it more truthfully , I'm in full blown obsession mode. Currently running .......
102: CJ MV-55 and Dynaudio Audience 52 ? (5.50)
Posted by JamesH on 2002-11-14, 15:33:40 (65.57.28.244)
I am thinking of buying a used CJ MV-55 amp to go with my CJ PV10AL preamp. My speakers are Dynaudio Audience 52 and a Rel Strata II sub. My area of concern is the relatively low sensitivity of the sp .......
103: RE: Denon PMA2000 (5.48)
Posted by MichaelV8 on 2011-02-27, 10:37:02 (173.189.72.171)
Then there was a Musical Fidelity A3 and then an A5 power amp with an MF preamp and finally a Bryston 4BSST2. The end of the line for that system. Finally, enough power and finesse for me. I have ano .......
104: Dynaudio Arbiter (5.47)
Posted by Roysen on 2010-11-24, 07:04:57 (155.55.60.110)
I have taken a leap of faith here and bought these amplifiers used (demo models from dealer) without having heard them in my own system and only once a in a short show demonstration outside my system .......
105: Re: DYNAUDIO AUDIENCE 60 WITH ARCAM ALPHA GEAR??owners,anyone?? (5.41)
Posted by perkadin on 2005-11-03, 12:14:16 (199.67.138.76)
I listed quite a bit to the Audience 52 and the Arcam AVR100 which would sound similar to your proposed setup. I thought it was a good match and very musical, particularly on female vocals, but kinda .......
106: Accuphase E408 vs E530 for Dynaudio Confidence C1 (5.41)
Posted by MNEM on 2005-04-27, 00:47:14 (204.231.238.1)
Can anyone give me their opinions on the respective merits of the Accuphase E408 and E530 for use with Dynaudio Confidence C1s? I have an Accuphase DP67 CD player if that makes any difference. I've a .......
107: Re: Suggestions for SS amp for Dynaudio 1.3mkII (5.40)
Posted by saywhat on 2003-01-17, 21:57:55 (68.5.13.181)
I have been using a Bryston B60 integrated with my 1.3MKIIs for two years now in a 12' x 10' x 9' room. Very clean, low noise, neutral sound. I think it is an excellent match for Dynaudio. Plenty of p .......
108: Re: I prefer to sterilize (5.39)
Posted by nickwh on 2005-04-17, 07:00:40 (68.193.144.146)
If you took the time to read my Inmate profile you would see that my main system is Plinius + Dynaudio. SimAudio + Dynaudio is also a common recommendation that I have not personally heard. In either .......
109: RE: What Amplification Solution Would Be A Significant Upgrade For Me? (5.37)
Posted by Highlander on 2010-10-15, 17:11:08 (69.245.70.27)
Posted by tony s (A) on October 15, 2010 at 12:04:49 If the 17.5 use the same Dynaudio drivers as the 17v3 a SET amp won't do... You need more power to drive those speakers, even for near field sessio .......
110: Re: Best Amp For Dynaudio Speakers (5.36)
Posted by obiwan on 2004-08-12, 04:05:06 (211.26.1.235)
I have Dynaudio Special 25's (similar configuration to your BM15's). I had the Rotel Michi 200W power amp and matching passive preamp (well still have it, haven't sold them yet) and found it controlle .......
111: Tube amplifier upgrade for Harman Kardon AVR7000 (5.36)
Posted by Manuel on 2002-10-29, 01:04:10 (213.60.16.77)
I´m thinking about to upgrade a Harman Kardon AVR7000 receiver, by adding a stereo tube amplifier, to get more warmth with music, surround off. I also have an Ah! Njoe Tjoeb 4000 tube CD player. The s .......
112: Amp For Dynaudio Contour S3.4 (5.33)
Posted by mick on 2005-03-07, 22:04:34 (219.95.166.37)
Hi Currently have Dynaudio Contour S3.4's driven by KRC/FPB series Krell pre/power. The sound is fine and detailed but I am looking for something smaller that doesn't run quite so hot, prob an integra .......
113: Well (5.32)
Posted by RGA on 2006-06-07, 01:02:00 (221.155.155.116)
Ask yourself this -- if the Dynaudio Tweeter can handle 100Watts then how on earth is a 10 watt amp going to blow them and why would a 120 watt amp not blow them? The fact is a 50 watt amp can blow th .......
114: Re: Integrated Amp For Dynaudio Contour S3.4 (5.30)
Posted by obiwan on 2004-12-23, 15:09:59 (61.8.40.205)
I have the Dynaudio Special 25's, I did home trial the Krell 400xi but didn't think it was significantly better than my Rotel Michi pre/power. I tried 2 different valve preamps with the Michi Power Am .......
115: RE: Inte amp and CD player for Dynaudio 110 (5.27)
Posted by Mr Peabody on 2016-02-09, 21:15:22 (97.87.115.17)
Naim is good stuff. The Krell is a great match with Dynaudio as it gives them the current they desire, bass is also excellent with this combo. Naim also has plentry of current. I would ask if you have .......
116: RE: Need comments on amps (5.26)
Posted by jtube on 2010-10-04, 21:39:58 (66.220.184.84)
Dynaudio speakers tend to need a amplifier capable of high current. I am not saying the Cary would not sound good, but I would recommend the Mark Levinson 33H. If you research which amps Dynaudio uses .......
117: Go w/the QS V4 or Silver Sixty (5.25)
Posted by tony s on 2005-04-16, 19:25:10 (24.187.242.162)
Get yourself a pair of QS V4’s or their little brother the Silver Sixty and you should be very happy. With regard to tube amps I’ve run a pair of silver sixties into 3 models in Dynaudio Contour line .......
118: Will it be worth trying? (5.24)
Posted by binoymehra on 2004-10-26, 09:37:28 (202.88.178.66)
I have Rega Mira 3 driving Dynaudio Audience 42, much better musical and satisfying than my earlier combination of NAD C320BEe and Dynaudio audience 42. But now I want to know if I use Rega mira pream .......
119: PrimaLuna integrated with Dynaudio Audience 52 SE? (5.23)
Posted by trav on 2010-06-28, 12:54:45 (204.246.127.180)
Has anyone tried either the Prologue 2 or Dialogue 2 (or their power-only counterparts) with Dynaudio mini-monitors? I have a pair of Audience 52 SEs, and they are a bit tough for my current amp (my A .......
120: RE: Under $300 Preamp Suggestions (5.22)
Posted by Mr Peabody on 2012-06-11, 05:23:49 (74.61.219.98)
In contrast the Adcom GFP-750 was a Stereophile Class "A" product. FWIW, I have a GTP-450 that I feel is very good in it's price range. I'm not familiar with a 502 but if it was bought in the time fra .......
121: Re: "I have a pair of Dynaudio speakers... (5.18)
Posted by beppe61 on 2005-08-29, 23:47:53 (194.185.74.116)
Dear Mr. Bare, thank you very much for your kind and valuable reply. Unfortunately the data about the available max current is not easy to trace in the data sheet of an amp. For instance, I have a pro .......
122: Plinius & Dynaudio (5.16)
Posted by nickwh on 2004-11-06, 10:55:34 (68.193.144.146)
I can vouch for the synergy of the Plinius 8100 with the Dynaudio Audience 42. The Audience 42 ($700/pair) is strong down to 45 - 50Hz, but if you want more authoritative bass go with the Audience 52 .......
123: RE: Accuphase Amp + Dyn C1 a good match? (5.14)
Posted by steppe on 2007-08-10, 23:52:18 (62.183.7.73)
Hello! It is a common belief among audio fans here in Russia, that Accuphase electronics should be paired with european speakers, so it may work with Dynaudio. However, I can tell that I have heard E4 .......
124: Re: Pls help finding a right amp for Dynaudio Contour 1.4 (5.14)
Posted by Audio Pharaoh on 2006-03-19, 19:08:18 (82.201.191.179)
Hi, Many folks here on AA endorse Plinius amps with Dynaudio..maybe you could buy a used 8150 or 9200 off AGon.. I've personally never heard this combo but just thought I might mention it. For cables, .......
125: Summing line level sub outputs ? ? ? (5.13)
Posted by LeasingGuy on 2005-01-17, 12:33:26 (65.121.54.251)
Hey Guys, the sub I'm looking at only has two line level inputs(Dynaudio Sub 500). My system is a two channel rig with a HT layered on top. I like the sub and the guys at Dynaudio said I could use a " .......
126: Thank you so much dear Sirs - yes I live in Italy. (5.10)
Posted by beppe61 on 2005-09-27, 01:14:10 (194.185.74.116)
Dear Sirs, Thank you very much indeed for your extremely kind and valuable suggestions. I understand that the HAFLER DH120 could not be the best choice for my Dynaudio speakers, because it is not a hi .......
127: Integrated Amp For Dynaudio Contour S3.4 (5.06)
Posted by mick11 on 2004-12-22, 03:04:59 (219.95.169.214)
Hi Am looking for a compact and cool running integrated amp to drive my Dynaudio Contour S3.4's. Am considering class D ones like Jeff Rowland Concerto or PS Audio GCC 100 or 250 (if the 100 isn't eno .......
128: Re: Recommendations needed for integrated amp (5.05)
Posted by achandoke on 2003-07-03, 22:21:26 (65.219.127.151)
Hi. I own a pair of S3.4 and I use Plinius amplification. I highly recommend the 8200mkii from Plinius if you are looking for an integrated. If you want to have a tube front, you may look at the BAT 3 .......
129: Re: Amps for Dynaudio Special 25 (5.05)
Posted by Cpk on 2006-09-22, 09:03:37 (70.44.71.159)
I have a Plinius SA100 MKIII too which is now driving a pair of waveform solos. I have also had a pair of Dynaudio 3.3. I guess the question is how loud do you like to listen. Your SA100 will run out .......
130: Re: finding an amp (integrate/power amp)/pre amp dynaudio speakers (5.04)
Posted by Audio Pharaoh on 2004-06-15, 12:27:05 (62.114.166.47)
The 9200 should be sufficient but a seperate pre/power combo will have more control, authority and a more refined presentation. If your budget will allow I'd strongly suggest you take the 'seperates' .......
131: McIntosh MA 6900 vs. Bryston 4BSST and BP25 (5.02)
Posted by BadgerDMS on 2003-04-04, 07:08:51 (198.12.16.4)
OK gang, it's pretty near the moment of truth. My speakers are probably going to be Dynaudio Special 25s. I'm waiting to hear the new ATC SCM35s, but right now Dynaudio is looking good. Front ends are .......
132: tube amp reccomendation for dynaudio confidence 3's (5.01)
Posted by AMSTAFF on 2004-01-30, 04:34:25 (65.234.41.144)
Folks, Live deep deep down in the middle of nowhere and have a heck of a time trying to get a meaningful equipment audition (think 4 hour drive and 'oops I thought you waned to listen to the other .......
133: RE: Integrated tube amp for Dynaudios? (4.99)
Posted by FCS on 2007-07-25, 04:37:19 (69.152.199.43)
Perhaps ignorance is bliss, but I've been fairly satisified driving my Dynaudio Contours s1.4s with my Cary SLI-80 (using KT-90 type III power tubes) for the past 2-3 years. Every time I feel the urge .......
134: How do you know that they are good speakers? (4.98)
Posted by Sordidman on 2007-09-14, 12:29:39 (209.157.148.112)
What did you hear them with when you heard them? They may be pretty good, they may be pretty bad. If you bring them into a warehouse space of 60ft by 80 ft, - they will be a much different sounding s .......
135: Re: "I have a pair of Dynaudio speakers... (4.96)
Posted by beppe61 on 2005-08-29, 03:04:18 (194.185.74.116)
Dear Mr. Wright, thank you very much again for your extremely kind and valuable as always reply. I try to be more precise. I have been told that the Dynaudio woofers have high QTS ( idon't know if thi .......
136: Wich pre and power amp for the Dynaudio Contour 1.3 SE? (4.96)
Posted by Mr Knighting from Holland on 2003-09-02, 11:24:16 (62.238.35.151)
I am trying to find a worthy pre/power combo for my Dynaudio's. I'm back tracking from 5.1 to quality stereo again. I'm going to put 5.1 second to my stereo needs since I find that combining them gets .......
137: MF A5 or Unison Research Unico DM for Dynaudio 1.1 (4.95)
Posted by MC1 on 2005-11-29, 05:51:29 (81.187.6.230)
I've a simple set up at the moment which I'm happy with but need more power - Linn Classik + Dynaudio 1.1s. Doing a bit of reading around suggests the 1.1s could do with a high powered amp so I've bee .......
138: Le Festival -- Simaudio, Dynaudio (4.91)
Posted by Heli_Dog on 2005-09-27, 09:46:52 (24.87.28.122)
Simaudio News 02/18/2004 - Simaudio will be exhibiting at the annual "Festival Son & Image" show from Friday April 2 through Sunday April 4, 2004. You can find us in room 307 at the Delta Hotel (475 P .......
139: Re: Quad 909 , Dynaudio Audience 42 cmpatibility (4.89)
Posted by Pat D on 2005-03-07, 05:06:28 (69.195.199.19)
I haven't seen measurements of the Audience 42, but Dynaudio's specifications are unusually detailed and I think they are pretty accurate. They list the sensitivity as 86 dB and the minimum impedance .......
140: Proceed/Sim Audio Synergy??? (4.88)
Posted by PhillipC on 2003-12-07, 21:38:49 (161.184.222.206)
My system previously consisted of a Proceed AVP2 hooked up to Bryston amps running Dynaudio S3.4's. After hearing about Sim Audio and the syngery they have with Dynaudio, I bought a Sim Audio Titan am .......
141: Amp+Preamp for Dynaudio Contour 1.3 (4.87)
Posted by Manuel on 2002-11-07, 10:23:12 (213.60.17.99)
I´m going to upgrade my actual system, and I´ll get two Dynaudio contour 1.3 MKII or maybe 1.3 SE. I have thought about two different options to drive them: - Densen beat B200 + B300 - AVA transcenden .......
142: RE: Portal Panache vs. Musical Fidelity A5 (4.86)
Posted by Audiopath49 on 2007-06-03, 11:37:01 (24.71.191.46)
Thanks..the reason I ask is I have a Portal Panache running a pair of Tyler Signature Monitors however I have a chance to buy a used pair of Dynaudio Focus 140 & may need more power as I have a large .......
143: Integrated tube amp for Dynaudios? (4.85)
Posted by VinylGenXer on 2007-07-23, 20:50:01 (75.0.150.166)
I have a plinius 8100 driving Dynaudio Audience 122s. I've never owned a tube amp and would like to audition one in my home system. My speakers are relatively inefficient (see link below). Will any of .......
144: bass of krell 300il (4.85)
Posted by amir57bs@yahoo.com on 2005-12-20, 05:23:15 (81.95.106.47)
hi i have accuphase dp-55v cdplayer krell kav 300il integrated amplifier dynaudio audience 82 3way speaker van den hul the second IC 0.6 m van den hul The revelation Spk 2.5m bass in some tracks like .......
145: Amplifiers for Dynaudio Contour 3.4 (4.85)
Posted by davidhe19@yahoo.com on 2007-12-22, 09:33:31 (24.149.186.48)
I plan to purchase an amplifier (either indegrated or pre/amp combo). The speakers I have are a pair of Dynaudio Contour S3.4. The size of the room I have is 21X15X8 (all units in feet). My music teas .......
146: Pls help finding a right amp for Dynaudio Contour 1.4 (4.84)
Posted by gw on 2006-03-19, 17:41:20 (82.117.194.34)
Calling users of Dynas! I've just bought Dynaudio Contour 1.4 speakers. Now I have to match them with some decent integrated (my good ole Marantz 66SE would probably gone to heavent the same moment I .......
147: Heard the Krell 400xi (4.78)
Posted by mohinder on 2005-04-25, 10:51:27 (205.174.240.4)
Funny, but I just heard the Krell 400xi yesterday at a dealer. The rest of the system was a Meridian CDP and Dynaudio C1 speakers. I also heard the Cary SLI-80 (?) integrated and Meridian receiver. Th .......
148: Re: Plinius SA 201 (4.78)
Posted by budburma on 2004-10-22, 06:55:21 (24.213.180.19)
renaat- my system is posted here at audioasylum under my moniker (budburma). i only have vibrapods as decouplers at this time beyond the dynaudio supplied spike feet, but plan on tweaking around with .......
149: Re: Will Unico match with Dynaudio (4.75)
Posted by Audio Nirvana on 2003-06-18, 09:32:15 (210.186.220.234)
The unit I had was a showroom demo unit which was fully run in. The Plinius is very musical, the most musical I found of the solid state amps I tried. But the fact remains that it was lean and noisy. .......
150: Van Alstine preamp (4.73)
Posted by Manuel on 2003-02-08, 03:42:04 (213.60.25.67)
Hi Christophe, I am begging to think there is something wrong with the Plinius, It is not normal this total lack of bass. Even a Dynaudio 42 driven with the HK receiver has more punch. Maybe there is .......
151: BAT VK-3ix and what amp for Dynaudio 1.3 SE? (4.72)
Posted by givemevinyl on 2010-07-13, 14:18:52 (67.163.54.206)
The room is small-medium, slightly awkwardly shaped (mostly open on the right side). I listen to 50% indie rock/pop, 45% jazz and americana, 5% classical. I listen primarily during late hours at moder .......
152: Re: Which power amp for Dynaudio Evidence Temptation? (4.71)
Posted by Loanofficer on 2004-08-20, 13:32:46 (167.206.51.18)
If you want to consider tube amplifiers, I drive my Dynaudio Temptations with the Antique Sound Labs Hurricane Monoblocks. I listened to a number of solid state amps in the 200 watt range but could no .......
153: RE: Upgrading a Bryston 4BST (4.68)
Posted by saltyflies on 2007-07-13, 13:09:18 (69.141.138.143)
The Dynaudio’s (or at least the larger floorstanding models) seem to require lots of power / are often demoed with big solid state amplifiers. Out of a (krell, plinius, and levinson), i thought the Co .......
154: Re: What would you choose (Atma Sphere / Krell vs Pass labs) (4.68)
Posted by saltyflies on 2007-05-16, 11:22:13 (69.141.166.162)
I’ve heard the Dynaudio Confidence C4 driven by a Krell FBP-350 MCX and thought it mated well. The FBP have the standard issue Krell stuff…incredible bass control with very crisp dynamics, etc. but ar .......
155: 2 approaches as i see it.... (4.67)
Posted by Audio Pharaoh on 2007-08-14, 18:22:54 (82.201.177.179)
Hi PF, I can only tell you this : -The Non-Risky Approach: A) Upgrade to a 9200 integrated amp (new or used depending on your budget and availability). This is Plinius's best effort so far in the inte .......
156: Does it have the balls to adequately push 87db Dynaudio 1.8's? (4.66)
Posted by hinduclient on 2002-11-02, 07:45:18 (63.227.57.239)
. .......
157: GamuT & Dynaudio ... (4.65)
Posted by hinduclient on 2003-09-27, 08:34:31 (63.227.114.33)
see the system for details .......
158: Doubtful that the panny can drive the Dynaudio (nt). (4.65)
Posted by SoftwireEngineer on 2005-02-07, 10:11:59 (192.138.150.249)
. .......
159: Unless dynaudio lied (4.65)
Posted by Stale on 2006-06-06, 20:02:58 (68.77.36.64)
Tweeter itself is rated to that power .......
160: Re: Amps for Dynaudio Special 25 (4.65)
Posted by johnnybravo on 2006-09-24, 14:30:08 (216.7.253.254)
simaudio .......
161: Re: Amp for Dynaudio Focus140 (4.65)
Posted by johnnybravo on 2006-10-09, 10:20:01 (72.178.239.5)
Plinius or Simaudio .......
162: RE: Amplifiers... (4.65)
Posted by kangbrew@aol.com on 2008-08-11, 15:20:38 (205.188.116.141)
Dynaudio Audience 42's .......
163: Silverline Sonata (4.65)
Posted by Inmate51 on 2017-03-07, 03:02:50 (47.188.98.98)
What I'm wondering is: Where is he getting the Dynaudio drivers? :) .......
164: Thank you very much indeed Mr. DevillEars for your kind and valuable reply. (4.65)
Posted by beppe61 on 2005-11-05, 04:28:19 (212.171.168.39)
Dear Mr. DevillEars, Thank you very much for your extremely kind and valuable advice. Now it is clear to me that accuracy and musicality not always go together. The music reproduction process is a ver .......
165: Re: Best Integrated Amp for Dynaudio Audience 42? (4.61)
Posted by nickwh on 2003-04-25, 11:59:10 (12.44.51.194)
OK. Thanks for the info! .......
166: Re: Used to have this pair... (4.61)
Posted by Yamahaluver on 2003-05-08, 11:16:35 (61.0.95.163)
Linns would go better than Dynaudio. Looking forward to your audition report. .......
167: Anyone running the Dynaudio Focus speakers with a receiver? _ (nt) (4.61)
Posted by hinduclient on 2009-08-09, 08:31:06 (174.51.145.120)
. .......
168: Re: Would an Ayre AX-7 Integrated be able to drive the Dynaudio Contour 1.3 MK II? (4.61)
Posted by ts on 2003-06-21, 06:07:34 (66.189.53.161)
I'm afraid I can't answer your question directly, as it relates to the Dynaudio speaker; however, I just bought the AX-7 (and CX-7) and am using them with my B&W N804s, which are a notoriously "curren .......
169: Re: Integrated Amp For Dynaudio Contour S3.4 (4.59)
Posted by Audionuts on 2004-12-22, 17:16:29 (210.213.230.17)
Plinius 9200 .......
170: Re: Preamps with W-5 (4.56)
Posted by vikvilkhu on 2005-06-05, 15:42:27 (24.125.108.13)
cj 17ls sounded awesome through Dynaudio speakers. .......
171: Re: Nuforce or CIA with Dynaudio? (4.56)
Posted by gme109 on 2005-08-02, 07:49:32 (67.176.7.128)
I believe they both offer trial periods. You could be the first to compare them. Let us know. .......
172: RE: my amp and speakers are danish (4.56)
Posted by Fantastic Mr. Fox on 2011-12-30, 16:43:07 (79.172.193.89)
Vitus and Dynaudio? .......
173: RE: Does it have to be pure SS? (4.56)
Posted by c1ferrari on 2014-03-07, 17:48:18 (68.6.141.136)
Hmm...how would you characterize the sound of the Dynaudio and Raidho? .......
174: Re: Amp for Dynaudio Special 25's (4.56)
Posted by John B on 2004-03-08, 16:48:32 (69.110.3.70)
I had the Special 25's on two amps, both got me the results you asked for in abundance, and both come in below, one way below, your price range. My friend has that system now, and I'd rank it up there .......
175: Matching amplifier for Dynaudio Audience 52 around $600 (4.56)
Posted by Freeflight on 2002-11-17, 19:39:58 (128.227.156.184)
I am looking for an amplifier to drive the Dynaudio Audience 52 speakers (86db/4ohms). I listen mostly to classical music, some Jazz and pop. I don't play music loud. The room is 10 by 16 by 8 feet. I .......
176: Krell KSA 250 or FPB 350MC Monos or Pass Labs x250.5 driving Dynaudio Confidence 5 speakers (4.55)
Posted by Che on 2007-04-23, 06:04:53 (123.3.59.115)
Good Evening all, Got the up grade bug. Love my Dynaudio confidence 5 speakers and I'm wanting to upgrade my amp / pre amp. Looking at the below combinations:- Krell KSA250 with KRC-2 pre amp Krell FP .......
177: RE: CJ premier 14 vs CJ pv15 (4.55)
Posted by phat22tube on 2010-09-27, 15:11:32 (71.172.73.165)
I've heard that modern tube gear is undistinguishable from solid state gear. Is that true? What kills me is that I heard a CJ premier preamp around 2002 or 2003 in a high end audio shop near my home. .......
178: Re: Which power amp for Dynaudio Evidence Temptation? (4.55)
Posted by Neil G on 2004-08-20, 09:00:22 (69.11.51.240)
There is no doubt that the eVo4 is a great value compared to buying two eVo2 power amps, but whether the $2,800 difference is worth it to you would be a tough question to answer. The reason I mentione .......
179: Small(er) integrated for Dynaudio Excite 12 (4.53)
Posted by Ralph NLD on 2013-10-28, 12:40:35 (83.81.228.185)
Hi all, I am in the process of downsizing from my Linkwitz Orion system, to a small-ish setup (with high WAF). The speakers are Dynaudio's Excite 12's. Nice looking and good neutral sounding. Due to p .......
180: Rotel 1080 200 w/c - good w/ inefficient Dynaudio 1.8s (4.52)
Posted by hinduclient on 2002-11-05, 15:02:00 (199.239.8.202)
nt .......
181: Re: Suggestions for SS amp for Dynaudio 1.3mkII (4.52)
Posted by tryrrthg on 2003-01-18, 08:59:36 (172.137.196.99)
Thanks again everyone! I guess I'll have to get my demo on! .......
182: how about i match naim nait 5 with dynaudio 52 (4.52)
Posted by probe on 2003-05-30, 07:36:45 (165.21.83.250)
how will that go? another in mind is primare a30.1. anyone tried this? .......
183: Re: Which power amp for Dynaudio Evidence Temptation? (4.52)
Posted by Kristian85 on 2004-08-19, 07:09:08 (24.18.46.190)
Get a Panaz=sonic XR45. iTs' the best, you know. Or two. .......
184: Re: I prefer to sterilize (4.52)
Posted by Erik (at) H. on 2005-04-17, 03:04:28 (195.121.23.144)
Did you hear these combo´s yourself or are you just reitterating what seems to be a standard recommendation for Dynaudio? .......
185: Re: How can I be sure that the break-in procedure is completed? (4.52)
Posted by morricab on 2006-08-18, 06:05:01 (196.3.50.254)
Hi Beppe, Did you actually listen to this amp yet on your speakers (still Dynaudio??). .......
186: RE: Inte amp and CD player for Dynaudio 110 (4.52)
Posted by fantja on 2016-02-08, 10:30:43 (165.214.11.73)
Anyone else using Audiolab gear? .......
187: RE: Which amp? (4.52)
Posted by MichaelV8 on 2009-11-10, 17:42:04 (98.17.6.29)
Sorry you have a problem. I'm still using my gold i's and they sound better than ever with the new Bryston 4BSSTsq. Before that I was using the Musical Fidelity A5 power amp which was also good, but h .......
188: Re: Valve pre-amp suggestions (4.51)
Posted by clee on 2003-05-12, 10:01:19 (202.67.188.12)
AudioNote M3 and M6 are outstanding pres. With study your case, I hope you should bear in mind that most (may be all of them) of Dynaudio models require high power consume. Especially your listening a .......
189: Dynaudio Special 25s and Decware Torii Mk III? (4.51)
Posted by Bklyn_Jim on 2013-12-30, 12:25:35 (108.29.213.90)
Hey Guys, I've been thinking of trying a tube amp - something like the Decware Tori. I currently have a 250w SS (Linar 250i)and a tube preamp (BAT VK3i) but the Linar is in the shop and that got me th .......
190: Re: tube amp reccomendation for dynaudio confidence 3's (4.50)
Posted by Scott_N on 2004-01-30, 07:50:22 (208.142.69.166)
Conrad Johnson Premier 140. .......
191: can't go wrong with Dynaudio (4.48)
Posted by tony.s on 2008-03-20, 12:35:40 (24.186.49.36)
I've got special 25's being powered by the MC402... wonderful combo. .......
192: RE: Inte amp and CD player for Dynaudio 110 (4.48)
Posted by bluesky on 2016-02-10, 06:32:10 (182.230.58.80)
Dave, thanks a lot for your reply. .......
193: Suggestions for SS amp for Dynaudio 1.3mkII (4.48)
Posted by tryrrthg on 2003-01-17, 09:59:17 (4.18.3.130)
I just got my hands on a used (they might as well be new, at 5 months old) pair of Dynaudio 1.3mkII. I am currently driving them with a $300 yamaha receiver that isn't quite doing them justice. So I'm .......
194: RE: Upgrades to New Audio Frontiers amplifiers (4.46)
Posted by casouza on 2009-08-25, 01:04:33 (189.122.119.2)
Silverline speakers use Dynaudio drivers, which are fairly inneficient and current hungry by design. The up side is that they can take lots of abuse and will play rock very well. A low-power tube amp .......
195: Impedance switch on a Leben CS300.. (4.46)
Posted by adjieda on 2009-05-08, 23:49:57 (118.137.203.45)
Why does the impedance switch make a big difference in sound coming out of my Leben CS300x? My speakers are a pair of Dynaudio Contour 1.3 mk2 and seems to be rated at 4 ohms from the Dynaudio website .......
196: Re: Best Integrated Amp for Dynaudio Audience 42? (4.45)
Posted by gizmo on 2003-04-24, 17:51:33 (80.103.161.38)
Hi, I'don't know, but.......www.densen.dk best nikita .......
197: BTW (4.43)
Posted by hertz on 2004-01-08, 02:00:25 (203.145.183.83)
The dynaudio being 86 db sensitive, does the 320bee drive them easily? How's the synergy?Just curious... .......
198: Re: Amp for Dynaudio 1.3 SE (4.43)
Posted by AMSTAFF on 2004-04-25, 14:37:08 (65.54.98.13)
BAT is an option. I've got one driving some C3's and it seems a good match. .......
199: RE: Newly acquired a Hafler 915 preamp w/ phono (4.43)
Posted by amioutaline? on 2013-03-05, 13:24:05 (96.37.28.107)
Odyssey, Oppo and Dynaudio must be tasty! .......
200: RE: Does it have to be pure SS? (4.43)
Posted by iosiP on 2014-03-07, 16:48:29 (77.36.78.27)
First with Dynaudio Confidence 5, then with the Raidho C3. Preamp was a BAT VK-42SE. .......
Found 200 records in Cable Asylum.
1: Best cables for Dynaudio? (9.86)
Posted by DD on 2003-08-12, 22:27:30 (67.115.132.216)
I've had my pair of Dynaudio Audience 42s for about a month now, they're finally broken in. Currently, I'm using Kimber 8TC, which is okay, but doesn't seem to be doing anything special. Anyone have s .......
2: Recommendation for Dynaudio? (9.86)
Posted by DD on 2004-01-17, 09:16:38 (209.204.144.239)
I've had my pair of Dynaudio Audience 42s for about 6 months now, they're finally broken in. Currently, I'm using Kimber 8TC, which is okay, but doesn't seem to be doing anything special. Anyone have .......
3: Dynaudio OCOS cable, experiences? (9.86)
Posted by Theo on 2000-03-31, 13:18:13 (212.123.186.196)
Dynaudio OCOS cable is especially designed for Dynaudio Speakers. But how does it work with other speakers and tube amplifiers? Who has experience with this cable? .......
4: speaker cable for dynaudio speakers (9.08)
Posted by amir57bs@yahoo.com on 2005-12-30, 04:41:18 (217.218.40.170)
hi and body know which speaker cable is good for dynaudio internal wiring? dynaudio use some cables in their highend speakers internal wiring. do you know what's it's name? i guess it use vdh but i'm .......
5: Dynaudio has their Xeo series (8.71)
Posted by QuadTodd on 2012-07-22, 12:53:19 (97.127.153.204)
with two models but I have never heard or even seen them to offer an IMO. .......
6: Cables for HK AVR7000, Dynaudio and Ah! Njoe Tjoeb 4000 (8.40)
Posted by Manuel on 2002-10-29, 00:36:36 (213.60.16.77)
Can anyone recommend cables for Harman Kardon AVR 7000, Dynaudio 52, Dynaudio SUB 20-A and CD Ah! Njoe Tjoeb 4000? I would like warmth, with soft highs and deep, tight and controlled bass. Do you thin .......
7: Cable for dynaudio ? (8.29)
Posted by georgemg@secrel.com.br on 2003-04-18, 03:37:40 (200.150.130.108)
I would like to know which cable is adjusted for boxes dynaudio 50, silver or copper ? I woul like to know wich is the best. thanks a lot. .......
8: Re: Cable for dynaudio ? (8.07)
Posted by vikvilkhu on 2003-04-18, 08:32:33 (65.222.181.131)
Not sure if I understand your question but I have been using Kimber Select cables made with copper and have enjoyed the natural and muscial tone of the Dyn speakers. Dynaudio used OCOS internal wire a .......
9: Re: Dynaudio OCOS cable, experiences? (7.84)
Posted by Hyperion on 2000-03-31, 20:01:30 (203.127.225.78)
The OCOS typically sound lean with soft highs and dynamically compressed when used with speakers that dont have Dynaudio drivers and OCOS internal wiring, especially if not with tubed amplification. : .......
10: Selected crossover slope also a factor... (7.74)
Posted by Duster on 2008-10-06, 07:57:02 (67.168.76.130)
A 1st-order crossover may also sound better when non-bi-wired. A prime example is Dynaudio; famous for their 1st-order crossover loudspeaker designs featuring Dynaudio tweeters with very low and well- .......
11: Re: Slightly bloomy/rubbery Bass in Cardas Neutral reference Speaker Cable (7.71)
Posted by jaybar on 2003-12-17, 20:19:43 (208.59.195.219)
Thanks Alan- The IC's are at least 6 weeks old *the new ones) and the remained were dealer demos. Some may be relative audio perception as my frame of reference was Nordost and Transparent which I use .......
12: Cable ideas for Dynaudio 1.3SE? (7.66)
Posted by Fred on 1999-11-13, 21:36:23 (24.88.48.6)
Need cable and interconnect suggestions for Dynaudio 1.3SE with Perreaux PMF2150B amp and Perreaux SM2 preamp. .......
13: Cable ideas for Dynaudio 1.3SE? (7.64)
Posted by Fred on 1999-11-13, 21:40:07 (24.88.48.6)
Need speaker cable and interconnect suggestions for Dynaudio 1.3SE with Perreaux PMF2150B amp & Perreaux SM2 preamp. .......
14: Dynaudio introduced wireless speakers at RMAF. (7.62)
Posted by Mr. Dick Hertz on 2012-10-20, 11:23:36 (66.75.8.80)
"Dynaudio’s Michael Manousselis was having a ball showing the Xeo 5 ($4500/pair with transmitter and remote) and Xeo 3 ($2300/pair with transmitter and remote). With music sourced from a Mac mini, the .......
15: Re: speaker cable for dynaudio speakers (7.61)
Posted by georgemg on 2006-01-01, 05:35:30 (201.50.108.194)
I have a friend that change all the internal cables of one pair of paragon regent( this speaker use dynaudio drives)and he used Van den hull cable, and the speaker became better. .......
16: Any comments about partnering Dynaudio 70s with Nad C370 (7.58)
Posted by Hood on 2001-04-15, 11:42:33 (210.8.232.4)
looking for feeedback on speakers to run with my Nad amp. Dynaudio 70s Also any info on the Richter sovereign range of speakers(Aussie made) Thanks .......
17: OCOS cables? (7.53)
Posted by DD on 2003-07-20, 21:52:09 (64.170.117.108)
Are these cables still around? Anyone know anything about them (features, price)? I just got some Dynaudio speakers and, once upon a time at least, I had read that Dynaudio recommended OCOS cables for .......
18: Best Speaker Wires For Dynaudio's (7.48)
Posted by phoenixaudionut on 2002-08-19, 12:03:59 (208.28.4.2)
I am one of the confused masses who falls prey to all the wire hype. I am just looking for the best wire to bring out all the wonderful qualities of my Dynaudio Craffts. I am looking at Sumiko Ocos wh .......
19: speaker cable for Dynaudio 1.3SEs w/ Plinius 9200 (7.28)
Posted by TelegraphHill on 2006-11-20, 09:16:32 (75.5.127.75)
For under $500 for 8 or 10' runs of speaker cable what do people here suggest to match up well w/ Dynaudio 1.3SEs w/ Plinius 9200 integrated amp along w/ the soon to be acquired Ayre Cx-7e or possible .......
20: Speaker Cables/Interconnect for SimAudio/Dynaudio (6.93)
Posted by kinetic on 2005-05-03, 01:18:29 (67.170.192.180)
I'm looking for a pair of speaker cables and interconnects that will be connected to a Simaudio i-3 integrated and Equinox CDP running Dynaudio Contour 1.3 mkII's. My budget is around $500.00 total. T .......
21: Re: biwiring (6.89)
Posted by Jon Risch on 1999-12-12, 13:29:54 (209.215.72.203)
For every speaker company that doesn't provide bi-wire terminals for their speakers, I can show you two that do. It may be that Dynaudio uses series crossover networks, these can not be bi-wired at th .......
22: Cardas Bi-Wire to Single Run (6.67)
Posted by Quadzilla on 2011-07-19, 11:15:34 (174.91.7.55)
I just switched speakers (Totem Tabu to Dynaudio Audience 82), and my existing Cardas Hexlink 5-C cables are not working out. First of all, they are bi-wired and the Dynaudios are not. Secondly, the s .......
23: I've always liked the Dynaudio mid-range domes. I'd never heard that they tend to be thin and lean. (6.65)
Posted by beppe61 on 2005-10-10, 03:04:13 (194.185.74.116)
Dear Sir, thank you so much for your extremely kind and interesting comment. I understand you have experience of Dynaudio mid dome. I must confess you that here I am quite disoriented on this topic. I .......
24: Speaker cables for Dynaudio 3.0 + Cyrus gear? (6.56)
Posted by JS on 2000-04-17, 06:14:12 (193.10.51.111)
I have recently purchased a pair of Dynaudio Contour 3.0 speakers, run together with an all-Cyrus system: dad3Q CD-player, aCa7 pre-amplifier and a pair of aPa7 monoblocks. Currently my speaker cables .......
25: power cord experiment (6.46)
Posted by Chris R on 2006-05-04, 09:10:36 (71.75.203.231)
I purchased a pair of Dynaudio BM5Active 6-7 months ago, and based on advices, powered them through VOLEX power cords 14-3 LL2126. I recently traded the Volex for the original power cords supplied by .......
26: Re: Cable ideas for Dynaudio 1.3SE? (6.41)
Posted by Bill Baker on 1999-11-14, 12:27:57 (152.163.213.59)
Fred, Much of this would depend on your listening habits and how you would like these speakers to present themselve. Do you want a forward or laid back ballance? do you want the upper end to "sing" or .......
27: Slightly bloomy/rubbery Bass in Cardas Neutral reference Speaker Cable (6.28)
Posted by jaybar on 2003-12-17, 17:28:21 (208.59.195.219)
Hi- I just got Cardas NR Speaker Cable. Big improvement over Twinlink. I am using it for 3 days. The bass still seems a bit bloomy/rubbery, but MUCH lower Not one note, but fuller/bloomier etc than I .......
28: Hardley (5.76)
Posted by GTF on 2001-03-15, 22:19:20 (209.122.241.33)
Dynaudio 1.8MKII's It's not the speakers. .......
29: RE: $1.200 vs. $59.00. (5.63)
Posted by avsBuddy on 2010-04-02, 08:55:49 (143.101.232.51)
Dynaudio, you're mean :) .......
30: long speaker cable (5.51)
Posted by amir57bs@yahoo.com on 2005-12-21, 04:38:49 (85.185.50.186)
hi i have accuphase dp-55v cdplayer krell kav 300il integrated amplifier dynaudio audience 82 3way speaker van den hul the second IC 0.6 m van den hul The revelation Spk 2.5m bass in some tracks like .......
31: Oscillation question.... (5.49)
Posted by Alin on 2000-09-09, 19:26:58 (64.12.105.173)
Hello everyone, I'm considering Alphacore Goertz MI 2 speaker cables. I've read on this forum that this type of construction that alphacore uses may put my amp into oscillation. I just finished a 10 d .......
32: My Mistake Dynaudio (5.48)
Posted by 1973shovel on 2008-01-17, 12:02:20 (74.226.222.146)
I did a search of your moniker AFTER I posted. You are not as new to this as I suspected. .......
33: yes, I have (5.40)
Posted by ozenterprises on 2001-02-27, 00:40:42 (64.229.142.167)
They are a step backward in evolution, especially with Dynaudio. What would be better is using 8tc for the bottom end and keep the 4tc for the top. .......
34: Re: speaker cable for dynaudio speakers (5.35)
Posted by georgemg on 2005-12-30, 15:44:24 (201.50.105.46)
I think the internal cables name is ocos. .......
35: Re: Cable for dynaudio ? (5.35)
Posted by peewee on 2003-05-01, 08:49:00 (202.8.224.134)
try the van den hul cs-122 hybrid .......
36: RE: My Mistake Dynaudio (5.30)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2008-01-17, 12:05:56 (97.89.28.78)
Nope not new at all..... Your thoughts are still welcomed though....my mind is always open to learn .......
37: RE: Sensible and attractive... (5.30)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2010-04-19, 05:41:09 (97.89.27.103)
Yes I have them on my modified [internal wired and dampened] Powered Dynaudio's in the office. .......
38: Re: Speaker cables for Dynaudio 3.0 + Cyrus gear? (5.30)
Posted by dj on 2000-04-18, 15:58:53 (208.244.161.166)
5k pair of speakers and 8TC, go to home Depot, you will not miss much .......
39: Re: power cord experiment (5.20)
Posted by Mike B. on 2006-05-04, 10:49:41 (168.103.51.229)
Alan is right. Dynaudio has done the cord selection to match their system already. .......
40: Re: Whats The Difference (5.08)
Posted by Headley Grange on 2007-01-21, 15:10:40 (74.103.79.78)
Ha! I actually tried to go back to my post and get that in there to head off the inevitable but it didn't work! :-) OK, I'll get one of each. Thanks Dynaudio Rules. .......
41: LAT SS 800 or SS 1000 speaker cable good choice for Dynaudio 50's?..nt. (5.05)
Posted by Alin W. on 2000-09-28, 15:39:44 (152.163.207.73)
. .......
42: Re: biwiring (5.04)
Posted by billie on 1999-12-11, 09:12:37 (62.6.134.13)
But Dynaudio dont beleive in biwiring. even their most expensive speakers have just 1 set of terminals, and they always get excellent reviews. Any opinions on this? .......
43: Re: Should I look beyond Monster Cable? (5.04)
Posted by Chris on 2001-07-09, 16:54:19 (12.21.160.176)
I have used many cables within the $80-170 range and I found the Z series from MC being a pretty darn good value. I have done my listenings on Maretin Logans and Dynaudio. .......
44: Need advice on speaker cable (5.01)
Posted by Chris on 2000-07-17, 06:44:25 (12.21.160.165)
I have a Dynaudio mkii 1.3 and a ARcam 8 bi-amp set up. What cable would give me the most bass attack? Thanks. .......
45: Re: speaker cable help for Dynaudio speakers (5.00)
Posted by James2 on 2002-10-01, 12:56:39 (67.225.126.146)
The Dyna also works great with Analysis Plus AP 9 and AP 12 cables. .......
46: Suggestion please. (4.97)
Posted by f_patrucco@hotmail.com on 2003-05-19, 05:56:39 (80.182.222.182)
Any suggestion for a loudsp. cable in the vdh 122h price range w\ MusicalFidelity A-3 + Dynaudio Contour 1.1? .......
47: Re: Zu Cable Julian or Wax biwire (4.97)
Posted by Xenith on 2003-06-20, 14:15:49 (198.54.202.2)
Hi There, I think that is very speaker dependant though. B&W's for example benefit tremendously from biwiring, whereas something like Dynaudio's or Von Schwiekert for example will be harder to tell a .......
48: speaker cable (4.96)
Posted by amir57bs@yahoo.com on 2005-01-26, 05:12:14 (62.220.96.236)
monster m2.2s or transparent ultra for accuphase dp-55v and krell 300il and dynaudio 82? .......
49: My darling CAT-5 blown away by 4VS (4.96)
Posted by Maxxfell on 2001-03-26, 18:06:26 (129.74.252.183)
I'd run up some CAT-5 speaker cable concoction and been using it happily for months w. B&W602 speakers. When I bought a pair of Dynaudio's some 4VS was thrown in. I had to overcome some initial concer .......
50: RE: Question on Volex17604 power cable (4.95)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2008-04-11, 13:38:51 (97.89.28.78)
Float the ground at the end that attaches to your gear. You should be a happy camper, I have two Volex cords, one each on my powered Dynaudio's....Love them. .......
51: Re: Dynaudio vs. Paradigms (4.92)
Posted by Jim P on 2001-07-19, 02:18:36 (172.181.145.98)
Thank you for the reply. I might check these out,Dynaaudio40's, as a dealer is near by. 4" voice coil? Wow, they must have robust power handeling, again thanks for the info and enjoy the tunes!!! Jim .......
52: Re: speaker cable for dynaudio speakers (4.89)
Posted by amir57bs@yahoo.com on 2005-12-31, 01:58:22 (85.185.50.40)
it's logical but i think they use ocos in contour and confidence series. they use van den hul for jumpers but they don't tell internal wiring name. .......
53: Re: Best Speaker Wires For Dynaudio's (4.87)
Posted by Noel on 2002-08-22, 03:36:38 (210.23.115.65)
The Analysis Plus Oval 9 did wonders for my Contour 1.3MkII. In my system, the Oval 9 was significantly better than the Oval 12. .......
54: Re: Cables for HK AVR7000, Dynaudio and Ah! Njoe Tjoeb 4000 (4.87)
Posted by steve b on 2002-10-29, 04:39:16 (165.247.211.117)
Sounds like you really want a different sound, for 400 bucks you might try a different power amp. steve .......
55: 14 awg works fine w dynaudio 1.3SE (37HZ) (4.85)
Posted by pturn on 2004-07-20, 17:31:41 (66.44.108.250)
just run two runs to double the guage.. the 12 guage is probably great but "untested" .......
56: RE: Lets see every ones system! (4.85)
Posted by wirewizard on 2010-04-07, 18:30:04 (76.189.243.23)
Nice sytem Dynaudio Rules...here is a pic of my updated sytem with a pair of 10" Pinnacle SUB10ZX subs added. .......
57: Has anyone experienced Monster Zseries? (4.85)
Posted by Chris on 2001-02-26, 22:30:41 (12.77.61.96)
I have seen these cables not too long ago, and before I spend my money, I would like to hear from you. The Monsters would eventually replace two runs of Kimber 4TC (bi-amp set up on Dynaudio 1.3). Tna .......
58: Re: Affordable Silverplated Copper Speaker cables? (4.83)
Posted by danlaudionut on 2002-05-09, 08:08:10 (205.188.197.37)
I've got Dynaudio D-260 tweeters and Focal 5K4422 Mids. The Kimber's should bring out the speed of these drivers. I'll fine tune the sound with interconnects(which I have many of). .......
59: Dynaudio vs. Paradigms (4.79)
Posted by Shinto on 2001-07-18, 15:50:24 (24.176.191.230)
Unfortunately, I haven't heard the Paradigm speakers, so I have no basis for comparison. The Dynaudio 40s have a 5" midbass driver with a 4" voice coil, so they are capable of tremendous bass despite .......
60: RE: 20A outlet and plug (4.76)
Posted by Robert C on 2008-08-31, 17:03:09 (75.152.153.94)
thanks Dynaudio. so i assume unless I have a electrician changing the outlet, I probably won't gain much having a 20A outlet vs 15A then. thanks again .......
61: Anticables vs. Venhaus Cat5 (4.73)
Posted by Audionuts on 2011-01-05, 19:49:16 (202.128.33.136)
Hi, Can anyone have experience with these 2 speaker cables in the same systems. How it compares to each other in sound. Thanks, Fernan NAD C 352 Dynaudio Contour 1.1 Rega p3 24 with Exact Cart Cambrid .......
62: Audioquest 6+ (4.70)
Posted by vital ital on 2004-12-09, 03:18:06 (83.131.124.191)
Audioquest 6+ did wonders with my small speakers (Dynaudio 42). Give it a try as i think they are not that expensive. I will be upgrading my cable to Kimber 8tc b-cuz i am not on the bass trip anymore .......
63: Re: define affordable + do you have any specific goals for this wire? --nt-- (4.70)
Posted by RLM on 2001-12-20, 06:56:48 (207.206.136.236)
Affordable--definitely less than $1500 for a pair of 10' runs. I am attempting to optimize the sound of the Dynaudio T2.5 speakers--i.e., smooth highs and taut bass. I am curious as to what cables oth .......
64: Steve shipped me.... (4.68)
Posted by Chris Garrett on 2000-08-22, 21:35:53 (205.188.200.44)
a pair of 3 month old Dynaudio Contour 3.0s prior to my personal check ever arriving, after a few emails and a 30 min. phone call. I live in Miami. He's one of the good guys. Chris .......
65: Re: To each his own. However, IMO you are wasting your time. (4.67)
Posted by A.J. on 2007-04-23, 11:40:27 (81.37.13.238)
In fact AFAIK those cables are specially designed to match Dynaudio speakers. Here in my country they're very recommended for Dynaudios and there're many happy users. They work just OK with Dyns, don' .......
66: Wow, I think I understood this, thanks. (4.67)
Posted by Lex v W on 1999-12-13, 05:48:49 (195.109.42.2)
Great, I was always wondering what the theoretical explanation for bi-wiring was, now at last it is getting clear. Of course, in practice things can get different; double the material and the electric .......
67: Re: Interesting (4.66)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2007-01-19, 07:27:11 (136.2.1.153)
Please do....share the recipe... I have been eyeing the VH web site along with HomeGrown Audio, Vampire and some others.....I have some WBT's at home as well as some XLR's already. I'm looking at re-w .......
68: compatability (4.66)
Posted by milmax@comcast.net on 2007-12-18, 12:31:25 (71.57.51.144)
I need some help in picking speaker wire for Dynaudio special 25's. They are a bit forward sounding in the upper midrange. Willing to spend around 1000 dollars. Also inter-connects as a good match. Th .......
69: Re: Too much cable for speakers? (4.66)
Posted by Shinto on 2001-07-18, 02:31:34 (24.176.191.230)
I'm running Transparent MusicWave Plus to my Dynaudio Audience 40's and love the sound I'm getting. About as good as it can get with my current setup. The cables and the speakers are about the same pr .......
70: Re: Cable ideas for Dynaudio 1.3SE? (4.63)
Posted by TMT on 1999-11-14, 13:47:30 (163.179.204.151)
If you're looking for a really cheap (and I mean CHEAP) cable to use as a reference while auditioning other cables, try plenum grade CAT 5, striped and solids separated and paired together (Jon Risch' .......
71: V:D:H:? (4.62)
Posted by f_patrucco@hotmail.com on 2003-05-04, 03:55:02 (80.182.222.181)
With Nad 541i, Primare a-20 mkII and Dynaudio contour 1.1 mkII, what do you think of vdh d352h and vdh d300mkIII? I need a trasparent and natural cables in my danish set up. Thanks. Franco. ::: TOPIC: .......
72: Can 30 awg magnet wire harm anything if used as speaker wire? (4.62)
Posted by chriss on 2004-10-08, 09:05:26 (170.12.51.79)
I was thinking of trying this as I have some and and have seen so posts concerning its use in this application.Just wondering if this could harm anything.I would be using it with a Rega Mira and Dynau .......
73: Cable suggestions for Bryston 4B ST-Dynaudio 3.0? (4.62)
Posted by Eldo on 2000-04-29, 19:53:11 (216.115.227.108)
Recently aquired and not quite broken in yet - I would appreciate any recomendations for cable. I will probably need 4 to 5 meter runs. As both the amp and speakers are not broken in I am not sure exa .......
74: THE WIFE FACTOR (4.60)
Posted by FRED on 1999-11-08, 18:27:09 (24.88.48.6)
THe wife factor has struck again. Sez I can only put my system in a closet 25 feet across the room from speakers. What can I afford that is decent? Perreaux amp and preamp with Dynaudio 1.3SE. Somethi .......
75: Re: Recomendations for Arcam FMJ A32, Arcam FMJ CD33T and Dynaudio Contour 1.3SE (4.58)
Posted by ake on 2003-07-11, 14:11:03 (213.89.143.163)
Thanks for your reply. The HI-Fi dealer in my neighborhood actually recommended the Eichmann Xpress. I think I will borrow them over the week end. .......
76: Replies (4.58)
Posted by Simon on 1999-07-23, 15:29:21 (207.75.176.140)
I appreciate your comments and advice. Although I don't often have time to participate in forums such as this (much as I'd like to), I'm gratified by the remarks of those who welcome my participation .......
77: RE: MIT Oracle V2 Burn-In (4.57)
Posted by Dr.Phil on 2008-07-23, 06:04:29 (96.248.10.15)
Thanks, The network boxes are quite heavy and they come with for spikes, so I should be good to go there. This change (for the good) is like I added a major peice of gear. Dead black background, speed .......
78: Re: It's your ear that matters... (4.57)
Posted by Murf on 2001-03-29, 17:44:05 (199.229.1.2)
Hi NickR, Since the Dynaudio & Peerless drivers are said to be very smooth (and I agree), I think the DH Labs T-14 might be very good for the HF cable. The Monster Z1 gets good marks on the AudioRevie .......
79: Re: Too much cable for speakers? (4.55)
Posted by Jim P on 2001-07-18, 03:06:46 (198.81.17.39)
Thanks, I may not be as crazy after all, sounds like a nice speaker cable combo, Just a question for you, how much power do you run to the Dynaudio 40's? Do they acheive loud enough volume and do you .......
80: Re: Bi-wire vs. single run. (4.55)
Posted by vital ital on 2007-01-13, 08:21:13 (89.172.219.193)
Dynaudio never went bi-wire, Sonus Faber no longer has bi-wire... If it sounds better, it is better! Peace out. v.i. Million miles from home. .......
81: RE: Just curious (4.55)
Posted by thebordas on 2012-12-05, 11:53:03 (71.225.120.227)
Currently using B&W PM1's in near field configuration...one of the most musical and pure speakers I've owned and I've owned flagship speakers from Wilson, Dynaudio, Magneplanar, Dunlavy and Totem to n .......
82: MikeJ: I love the 9/1's (4.55)
Posted by GEO on 1999-08-03, 07:18:27 (204.146.164.129)
I am very very pleased with the Spendor 9/1. There are very neutral and very musical. The speaker has excellent tone and really drwas you into the music. I could not have made a better choice for the .......
83: My system is (4.55)
Posted by Plinius_Fan on 2009-04-02, 22:03:31 (208.240.243.170)
Transport: TEAC VRDS-10 DAC: Reimyo DAP-777 Preamp: Acoustic Portrait PM-1 (tube based) Power Amp: Symphonic Line RG-1 MK4 Speakers: Dynaudio Contour 1.3SE .......
84: Re: speaker cable help for Dynaudio speakers (4.55)
Posted by vikvilkhu on 2002-09-29, 18:59:09 (216.164.61.119)
Thanks for the response. So you think that swapping out the JPS ac cable woudl also help out my dynamics? Hmmm...interesting but first I'd like to concentrate on the cabling. Any recs on a ac cable fo .......
85: Re: Just out of curiosity.... (4.55)
Posted by vital ital on 2007-05-01, 11:19:43 (83.131.54.63)
Vintage Cyrus Two amp, Vintage ReVox B226 cdp, Dynaudio 42 speakers, the room is a "box" (all side the same)... The speakers are about 2 meters apart and about 1.5 meter from any wall. If this is of a .......
86: Useful Life Of Cables (4.52)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2008-10-15, 20:23:28 (97.89.26.88)
How long does the average manufactured cable last before the negative affects of oxidation sets in??? Vista 32bit Laptop--->Lavry DA10--->Acoustic Zen Silver RefII--->Aragon 8008BB--->Dynaudio Audie .......
87: Best Speakers Cables For My Mcintosh Amp (4.51)
Posted by PhillyB on 2004-07-11, 20:40:48 (67.208.130.87)
Hi, Need feedback, I like to know what speaker cables might match up best between my Mcintosh 402 Amp and my Dynaudio Confidence 5 speakers. Thanks .......
88: That's weird, in my system, the Mapleshade GH easily beat (4.50)
Posted by hoxuanduc on 2003-02-03, 15:03:10 (208.32.174.66)
Kimber 4VS which is bigger. Not just clearer midrange & treble, but more bass, tighter bass, deeper bass. I use Dynaudio 1.3 which is pretty current hungry! I've given up trying to understand this stu .......
89: Re: Do a search/lots of talk on these/Oval 9 biwire works for me...nt (4.50)
Posted by Ferdinand on 2000-12-12, 14:33:46 (208.142.142.17)
Yup, good cables! What are your speakers ? Let me tell you this, it has worked with the ff. speakers well: Totem, Sonus, Dynaudio, Vienna Acoustics. Your mileage may vary but its a very neutral soundi .......
90: Re: AudioQuest NGR Power Cables (4.49)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2005-04-12, 13:20:51 (69.246.118.245)
Thanks for the info....I was thinking of putting them on my Anthem Preamp and/or my Aragon 8008BB amp....is the ga suitable for an amp...if memory serves me I think its a 14 ga wire. Speakers are Dyna .......
91: Re: AudioQuest NGR Power Cables (4.49)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2005-04-12, 13:20:51 (69.246.118.245)
Thanks for the info....I was thinking of putting them on my Anthem Preamp and/or my Aragon 8008BB amp....is the ga suitable for an amp...if memory serves me I think its a 14 ga wire. Speakers are Dyna .......
92: Re: LAT SS 800 or SS 1000 speaker cable good choice for Dynaudio 50's?..nt. (4.49)
Posted by Mark 1 on 2000-10-01, 23:13:12 (24.4.254.4)
Hi, I have the SS1000's and am happy with them. No, they are not very Flexable....They need about a 6 inch radius. I would be interested if anyone else uses LAT International products and how they com .......
93: Re: Still no oversized (.33") spades (4.47)
Posted by majordomo on 1999-07-16, 06:59:47 (209.173.67.7)
My Dynaudio's also have the oversized post, and I got Kimber's standard grade (non-postmaster) larger spade, so I know they have them. I got my stuff through Galen Carol Audio (www.gcaudio.com), and h .......
94: RE: Review mentioning exactly the issue you have. (4.46)
Posted by Frihed89 on 2007-12-21, 14:17:44 (87.53.108.34)
This voicing has made Dynaudio very popular with the Raiders of the Lost Arc crowd (HT). IMO, they were a good audiophile speaker Co whose products became ruined by HT Greetings from the sunny Brønshø .......
95: Recomendations for Arcam FMJ A32, Arcam FMJ CD33T and Dynaudio Contour 1.3SE (4.45)
Posted by ake on 2003-07-11, 11:22:50 (213.89.143.163)
Can anyone give me recommendations for interconnects and speaker cables. How about Nordost Red Dawn interconnects? My budget is 600-800$. Thanks. .......
96: ASI Liveline users.....need opinion (4.44)
Posted by Plinius_Fan on 2009-08-04, 22:24:57 (208.240.243.170)
I am looking at their interconnects, are they forward sounding by any chance ? I normally like a middle of the hall presentation. My room is also just about 180 sqft so my listening distance is about .......
97: Recommendations For Ayre CX-7e, Primare A30.1 & Dynaudio Audience 52SE (4.44)
Posted by Marduk on 2007-07-22, 23:12:54 (165.21.155.115)
Hi, Any recommendation on Power Cords (2 nos), Interconnects and speaker cables (length about 5' for each speaker)? It may not necessary to be of one single brand. How do I split the budget? I am cons .......
98: Re: Arcam 7R/8P biamp driving PSB Stratus Minis (4.43)
Posted by Chris on 2001-06-03, 08:27:33 (12.77.61.68)
Monster Z Series or Ms are not bad either with Arcam... I have tried many cables including Kimber 4VS, 4TC, Nordost, and I found the Monsters the best value. Speakers driven where Dynaudio 1.3 contour .......
99: Need some help... Confused. (4.42)
Posted by vital ital on 2006-10-12, 12:56:33 (89.172.21.77)
Went from Audioquest 6+ to Kimber 8tc, while i really loved what the Kimber did as far as soundstage and adding more air, i REALLY miss what the AQ did as far as bass goes... I have Dynaudio 42 (small .......
100: I Bought Acoustic Zen SIlver Ref II (4.42)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2008-09-20, 13:17:59 (97.89.26.88)
SOunds good so far.... Vista PC--->Transit USB--->Lavry DA10--->Acoustic Zen Silver RefII--->Dynaudio BM 6AMkII Karma Means Never Having To Say You're Sorry .......
101: Forget about expensive cables!!! (4.42)
Posted by Euan on 2002-09-30, 09:46:22 (203.124.2.34)
Use the rare but very good Dynaudio OCOS cables. It is relatively cheap (try looking out for them at German Ebay) and is the perfect match to your speakers. Some dealers even offer to upgrade your spe .......
102: plenty of sparkle to your ear... (4.41)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2008-09-21, 17:03:28 (97.89.26.88)
I agree, having just upgraded to the Flavor2 for my DAC, it was a nice improvement in the upper octave details. Vista PC--->cPlay/jRiver--->Transit USB--->Lavry DA10--->Acoustic Zen Silver RefII--->Dy .......
103: Re: Analysis Plus cables. Any opinions on these? (4.40)
Posted by Brent W on 2000-12-13, 21:12:29 (38.31.194.174)
I wired my Dynaudio Aries kit speakers with AP Oval 12. I didn't try anything else but I definately don't have any complaints. I did this knowing that someday I'll use the Oval 9 for external speaker .......
104: The Signals Are Reprocessed by the Box? (4.39)
Posted by pete1 on 2010-02-01, 14:24:19 (199.106.103.248)
Dynaudio Rules: Reading the MIT's explanation, to me it sounds like MIT intercepts the signal from the amp and reprocesses it. This actually causes me a great concern. I know at the end how the music .......
105: Re: Kimber 8TC vs ???/comparisons, upgrades? etc.... (4.39)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2005-07-11, 06:43:14 (136.1.1.101)
I had Kimber 8TC and upgraded to AQ Gibraltor sp?....the results were better across the board. Much deeper musical bass, smoother highs, more defined vocals and better more stable sound stage. My amp .......
106: Bryston 4B ST/Dyn Contour 3.0 wire suggestions? (4.36)
Posted by eldo on 2000-04-13, 17:22:25 (216.115.227.26)
Greetings, I just purchased the Bryston amp and Dynaudio speakers. Does anybody have any speaker wire experience with this combination? I will be needing a fairly long run (10'-12')and my budget is sh .......
107: Wrong Title: Should read Has anyone succeefully used Nordost Cables with Spectral pre-amp or amp? (4.36)
Posted by jaybar on 2001-08-16, 08:36:25 (160.79.102.115)
I am considering moving away from MIT IC's or Speaker Cable as there is a bit too much bass with my Dynaudio Contour 1.8's. Any experience with Nordost and Spectral? What about others that work with S .......
108: RE: I'm about ready to give up on them....AS YOU SHOULD (4.36)
Posted by reedthis on 2008-02-13, 12:09:02 (67.183.75.15)
Dynaudio, I have to agree with you. I tell myself that many of these vendors are relatively small companies that struggle to make a profit and can't afford to hire people to answer the phone or fill i .......
109: RE: Tannoy Speaker Cabinet Rewire (4.35)
Posted by hawkmoon on 2008-06-06, 06:32:44 (137.148.183.252)
Use Mapleshade Speaker wire-easy to solder, great resolution, good bass. I have wired my custom dynaudio system with this wire and it has performed well for years now. May consider using double the wi .......
110: RE: Mogami dark if miswired (4.34)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2008-09-20, 13:04:06 (97.89.26.88)
I find it excellent as well....never actually made it via DIY, just buy it off the shelf. Not dark in my system, I found it very well balanced with a very real character. Vista PC--->Transit USB---> .......
111: RE: Bi-wire vs. Jumpers ? (4.32)
Posted by Duster on 2007-07-04, 06:54:46 (67.168.76.130)
The benefit of bi-wiring is often a loudspeaker make/model dependent issue. If the designer of your particular loudspeaker thinks that it makes no difference to bi-wire it, I would trust that opinion .......
112: Slinkylinks vs Acoustic Zen (4.32)
Posted by Janek on 2008-05-13, 21:34:12 (12.43.115.213)
I'm using Acoustic Zen cables, IC (Silver Reference II) and speaker wire (Hologram II). I wonder if it would be step up to replace them with Slinkylinks? Amp Plinius, CD player Accuphase, speakers Dyn .......
113: Speaker Cable Suggestions (4.32)
Posted by RLM on 2001-12-18, 13:02:38 (207.206.137.192)
I am looking for suggestions for a 12' speaker cable run from a Musical Design 150 amplifier to Dynaudio T2.5 speakers. I am currently using Nordost flatline cables, but in the never ending quest for .......
114: Bob Crump-Will it help to partially elevate to cable? (4.31)
Posted by jaybar on 2003-12-18, 18:31:13 (208.59.195.219)
Bob- Much of the cale is in areas that are not accessible (behind bookcases, record cabinets etc). Is it worth elevating the cable, if I can only elevate the area near the speakers? Also how important .......
115: Re: question for Chirs (4.31)
Posted by Chris on 2001-03-19, 09:35:22 (12.21.160.161)
Yes. Actually, when I say 1.3, they really are a DIY Dynaudio... They are bi-amped. When I put the 8TC on the mid-bass, it dounds a little less forward, less bass impact. However, it seems that imagin .......
116: Re: dome tweeters (4.30)
Posted by Duster on 2003-07-28, 08:21:15 (24.79.110.70)
I agree there are better tweeters, I've used Dynaudio, Vifa, Morel, Peerless, and the Audax. I'm familiar with Scan-Speak and other fine drivers. The Audax is nice in it's own way and was recommended .......
117: Re: Slightly bloomy/rubbery Bass in Cardas Neutral reference Speaker Cable (4.30)
Posted by alan m. kafton on 2003-12-17, 17:35:48 (24.221.101.222)
All this is possible, i.e. the crossover in the Dynaudio not "liking" the Cardas design, but more likely you simply need more hours/conditioning on the cable. The characteristics you describe indicate .......
118: I am the Man (4.30)
Posted by Fred on 1999-11-11, 19:47:27 (24.88.48.44)
I know what I am doing. I set the little lady up. I let her read what my internet buddies had to say about getting"WAFFED" etc. The VCR is now gone and in its place are the boys. I now have a cozy 10 .......
119: good or best (4.29)
Posted by amir57bs@yahoo.com on 2005-10-03, 05:11:47 (85.185.50.165)
do you know better choice than van den hul revelation for under 800$ speaker cable? my setup: accuphase dp55v krell kav 2250 (coming soon) dynaudio audience 82 van den hul the second interconnect i ne .......
120: hated them... (4.25)
Posted by tony s on 2007-03-01, 16:23:53 (167.230.38.115)
I tried a pair replacing my Harmonic Tech Pro 11's... and it was not good. Loss of detail, in your face highs, no bass... I did give it a try and switched them around (some people claim they are dire .......
121: Re: Slightly bloomy/rubbery Bass in Cardas Neutral reference Speaker Cable (4.25)
Posted by jaybar on 2003-12-17, 20:12:25 (208.59.195.219)
Bob- Thanks so much. I thought the cable elevation only applied to carpeted floors? Bob, I am using the Dynaudio stands and adgering the speakers with Blu-Tak. They also supplu upward pointing spikes, .......
122: RE: Head spinning regarding long interconnect (4.24)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2009-04-27, 05:07:08 (66.188.68.67)
I have a 10 meter run of Mogami XLR cable and could not be happier....connecting a PS Audio Trio P-200 preamp and a pair of powered Dynaudio speakers. Experiment and buy only what you can return unti .......
123: That is the trademark voicing of Dynaudio speakers. It is intentional (4.23)
Posted by Frihed89 on 2007-12-19, 02:28:57 (130.226.56.2)
I think you are barking up the wrong tree. Changing cables IMO will not change the voicing of these speakers. If you don't like how the speakers are voiced, go to a different speaker. That should cost .......
124: Stereophile rarely reviews "bad" speakers (4.23)
Posted by Joost Riphagen on 2000-06-26, 09:26:56 (130.115.163.42)
well Hifi /world/choice does not review dynaudio evidences or wilson whamms.. they are good whatever way you look at it (you may not like it/think they are raving madly expensive ..but that is a diffe .......
125: RE: Cables for Mac/B&W system? (4.22)
Posted by Dr.Phil on 2010-04-30, 05:34:24 (96.253.108.64)
A combo that I like and have used for a few years is the MIT Oracle 3.2 with the Kimber select 3035. The sound is transparent yet with good body and speed. I use Dynaudio Confidence 5's but I know so .......
126: Re: Are you sure it's the cables? (4.22)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2007-01-19, 05:13:39 (136.2.1.153)
I'm using a Adcom CDP with a seperate DAC....I also use my computer and stream s/pdif out to my DAC. I have pretty much narrowed it down to my cables....because I can hear what I am looking for when I .......
127: Re: Speaker cables for Dynaudio 3.0 + Cyrus gear? (4.21)
Posted by Paul on 2000-04-17, 15:08:06 (199.214.52.117)
What about the DNM solid core? Cyrus sounds very good with its own solid core but they no longer made. But I have not tried the DNM. Paul Lam P.L.C.Lam Consulting Inc. Worldwide distributor of F.T.Aud .......
128: using analysis plus and siltech for mccormack dna1 rev A (4.20)
Posted by budburma on 2002-04-24, 04:30:44 (24.169.156.142)
and rld-1 doesn't seem to quite match the synergy with my previous plinius 8200. has anyone used these cables with mccormack? any other suggestions? i have ap solocrystal ic's (rld-1-->dna1) and silte .......
129: Agreed... (4.19)
Posted by Russell on 2004-12-20, 12:52:28 (169.229.148.138)
Fully agree with everything you said. I've had my pair of Libtecs for about a year also, running them (now) between a Simaudio W-3 and Dynaudio Special 25s, and have been very satisfied with them. I a .......
130: Agreed! (4.19)
Posted by Russell on 2004-12-20, 12:03:07 (169.229.148.138)
Fully agree with everything you said. I've had my pair of Libtecs for about a year also, running them (now) between a Simaudio W-3 and Dynaudio Special 25s, and have been very satisfied with them. I a .......
131: Low-cost Interconnect.... (4.19)
Posted by nickwh on 2003-12-02, 08:24:25 (67.80.176.165)
I'm looking at purchasing the Ah! Njoe Tjoeb 4000 CD Player, and was wondering what would be a good interconnect? I'd like to keep it around $100. Amp is Plinius 8100, speakers are Dynaudio Audience 4 .......
132: Exactly the opposite (4.15)
Posted by AudioTweaker on 2001-03-15, 02:27:53 (208.25.58.187)
I've kinda experienced the opposite effect. I was at Audio FX here in Sacramento and heard the system (Arcam CDP, Levinson monoblocks, into some Dynaudio Audience 50s Midfi in my experience usually do .......
133: Re: LAT SS 800 or SS 1000 speaker cable good choice for Dynaudio 50's?..nt. (4.14)
Posted by Alin W. on 2000-09-29, 17:06:47 (152.163.213.77)
Hi Karl, Thanks for your input. Which speaker are you using the SS 1000 with? I also have the Contour center. Good match? What are the strengths and weaknesses? I've read somewhere that these cables a .......
134: Inefficient speakers (4.13)
Posted by audioengr on 2001-12-18, 19:24:07 (199.26.172.72)
Dynaudio's are inefficient, so a low-impedance cable is probably in order. This is because at a given level, there will be more current in the cable than most other speakers. Therefore, the inductance .......
135: Opinions on Harmonic Melody Line (4.12)
Posted by Fred on 1999-11-20, 06:01:50 (24.88.48.94)
I'm looking for opinions on Harmonic Tech Melody (pro 12) speaker cable. My run is longish at 20 ft. and the Pro 11 gets expensive at that length. Any other suggestions will be helpful. Equipment cons .......
136: Interconnects for active monitors (4.11)
Posted by Chris R on 2005-09-03, 17:18:16 (24.74.106.82)
I am currently seeking recommendations for a pair of 9-10ft analog interconnects to link a pair of active Dynaudio BM5A to an adcomp 710 pre-amp. I will receive the speakers with a pair of cheap HOSA .......
137: QED XT350 (4.11)
Posted by Audiophonix on 2007-03-18, 23:05:14 (58.65.196.77)
I recently purchased a 6ft pair of QED XT-350 cables with airloc banana jacks on both ends. I am using these for partnering Dynaudio Contour 1.1 with Primare A30.1 I am keen on reading valuable insigh .......
138: question for Chirs (4.09)
Posted by majordomo on 2001-03-19, 08:39:23 (209.173.67.7)
Chris - I read your earlier post regarding using the Kimbers with Dynaudio Contours. How are you able to bi-amp the Contours. They only have a single pair of posts. Have you modified the speakers in s .......
139: Help, need cable suggestions to match the following gear: (4.09)
Posted by Counting Crows on 2003-01-14, 21:02:07 (68.116.251.192)
Was mainly interested in some good balanced cables, not DIY. I've been creating this system by purchasing on the second hand market. I need some ideas for good cable synergy btwn balanced and spk wire .......
140: Re: Thank you very much Mr. Trufi (4.09)
Posted by beppe61 on 2006-04-07, 01:34:14 (194.185.74.117)
Dear Mr. Trufi, I have a Rotel 970bx cd player Bryston .4B line preamp Adcom GFA 545 power amp Dynaudio Recital speaker. As you can see a very cheap system. So I would like to stay cheap with cables a .......
141: Cable for Densen B-100 MKII (4.09)
Posted by chordeater on 2003-03-06, 14:52:03 (80.103.136.90)
Hello everyone, I own a Densen Beat B-100 MKII amplifier (+ Dynaudio Audience 50) and I'm going to combine with a CD player, my short list is Meridian 588, Linn Ikemi, Classe CDP-10 or Densen B400XS. .......
142: RE: Interesting idea (4.08)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2010-06-05, 14:12:08 (97.89.27.103)
I don't think its all about whether or not people buy these types of products. Like The top of the line Dynaudio's and many other products, companies make these sorts of products as statement pieces. .......
143: Re: Hole in the cable market? (4.08)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2005-05-09, 13:27:18 (69.246.118.245)
I too have the Soundblaster card in my computer with a Samsung DVD-RW I think I hooked it up using the 2 wire deal....but i dont think sound quality wise it would make much difference. The sound card .......
144: Re: Cable/component interaction (4.07)
Posted by Mikef on 2002-12-13, 01:54:54 (62.167.207.215)
Hi, I read with interest your explanation above. Given that I have loudspeaker Dynaudio with impedance of 4 ohms / sensitivity of 87dB, would a cable speaker such as the Nordost SPM ref (capacitance 7 .......
145: Acoustic Zen Matrix vs. Audioquest Pythons (4.07)
Posted by phoenixaudionut on 2002-08-18, 20:07:08 (205.188.200.137)
I am currently auditioning Pythons in my system. My dilemma is that I have read some great things about the Zens and want to get some feedback from users. Dilemma is that there are no AZ dealers here. .......
146: What In The MIT/Transparent Boxes (4.06)
Posted by PhillyB on 2004-02-15, 15:10:08 (67.201.169.164)
All, What is in the network boxes on the MIT/Transparent audio, why do they sound so bad with some gear..i.e Mark Levinson. I tried the Ultra's line for two weeks and they never got past sounding dull .......
147: 2 pair of cables connect to 1 pair speaker ! What Happen ?? (4.06)
Posted by Chang on 2000-03-20, 16:47:07 (202.158.46.2)
I have two pairs of cables from Monster and a pair of Dynaudio Speaker Contour 1.8 Mk II. What is going to happen if I connect two pairs of cables together with one pair of speakers. Is the sound goin .......
148: A different direction? (4.04)
Posted by majordomo on 2005-10-07, 13:32:31 (65.242.34.51)
Instead of using cables to try to equalize your system on a trial and error basis, why not invest in a Behringer DEQ02496 digital equalizer? No more expensive (and maybe less so) than the cables you'r .......
149: Re: Lazy Man's Cat-5 kills his Belden 89259 (4.03)
Posted by PeterCapo on 2006-11-11, 06:46:06 (151.203.39.214)
I’ve got the 89259 with Canare RCAs from Blue Jeans Cable. Admittedly, I don’t have much to compare them with here, but I still can’t say I would describe them as having an alienating “biting glare an .......
150: Re: Cables for HK AVR7000, Dynaudio and Ah! Njoe Tjoeb 4000 (4.01)
Posted by NEAR SOTA on 2002-10-29, 05:30:07 (172.145.38.131)
The last poster has a point,but it is hard to det a quality system if you want HT in my opinion without selling a house and HK is an economical option.JMO There are plenty of Cos. that you could chose .......
151: Can't Decide (4.01)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2008-08-29, 18:40:48 (97.89.26.88)
[Oyaide M1]-->[Tunami]-->[Oyaide F1] for LavryDA10 -or- [Furutech F1-50M]-->[Tunami]-->[Furutech F1-50F] for LavryDA10 And how about this [Oyaide P004]-->[Flavor4]--[Oyaide P004] x 2 for Powered Dynau .......
152: Re: low cost conclusion (4.01)
Posted by user510 on 2006-11-11, 13:27:50 (71.117.4.79)
First, thanks to Dynaudio Rules, bartc and Al Sekela for guiding me toward a better result. Below is the crude but more effective lift. This is just a first step in my exploration of speaker cables a .......
153: Audience AU24e good for 4 ohm speakers? (4.00)
Posted by dtyoshih on 2015-08-08, 06:39:11 (68.231.206.83)
Thinking about replacing my Kimber 8TC speaker cables with Audience AU24e cables. I have an Ayre 150 watt amp driving my Dynaudio C2 speakers. These speakers are a 4 ohm load and I'm concerned that th .......
154: Chord Signature vs Van Den Hul "The Inspiration" speaker cable (3.98)
Posted by MNEM on 2006-03-24, 12:00:18 (86.128.201.37)
Does anyone know how these 2 cables compare? I've read excellent reviews of the Chord Signature cable but I'm struggling to find anything on the VDH Inspiration. Both are a similar price. I have an Ac .......
155: Re: Best Speakers Cables For My Mcintosh Amp (3.98)
Posted by Duster on 2004-07-13, 12:11:03 (67.160.38.27)
You may want to consider Analysis Plus Oval 9 speaker cable. I try not to hype the speaker cables used in my reference system but, in this case I think your high-powered amplifier and power hungry lou .......
156: Cable Help (3.97)
Posted by Xmore on 2001-02-25, 12:07:24 (24.22.22.180)
Hi All, I need some suggestions. I am picking up a pair of Dynaudio Contour1.3 MKII. I currently running MIT T2 speaker wires, but this might not be the best match. Right now my gear consist of: Inter .......
157: Jon Risch - CC89259 & Cardas queries (3.96)
Posted by Serendipity on 2003-04-15, 01:34:12 (203.15.140.249)
Hi Jon, I'm about to build the CC 89259 speaker cables. I see you recommend the use of spades, but I'm using Dynaudio Contour 1.1's which don't accommodate them. What is your opinion of the Cardas Sup .......
158: RE: Cardas Clear vs. Golden Reference (3.95)
Posted by fantja on 2013-02-05, 04:58:44 (64.185.33.108)
Good Day Art, my collague did try both the Clear series vs Golden Ref series, and he preferred the Clear Series, as it sounded better/more synergy w/ his gear; T+A music server/CD player/internet stre .......
159: Help with speaker cables....... (3.94)
Posted by Alin D Williams on 2000-07-08, 19:17:53 (205.188.198.32)
Hello everyone. I need some help deciding on some speaker cables.My speakers are Dynaudio Audience 50 with Contour Center channel. I've heard good things about Analysis Plus Oval 9, Harmonic Tech, and .......
160: Q:Nice Combo for Bi-wiring? (3.94)
Posted by Murf on 2001-03-28, 12:18:26 (199.229.1.2)
Hello Audio Experts! I would really like to bi-wire my speakers, at a bargain rate of course! What do you think obout using DH Labs T-14 cable for the mids & tweets, and Kimber Kable 8PR for the base .......
161: As always, you are spot on Jon. (3.94)
Posted by mark on 2000-01-08, 19:07:05 (131.172.4.44)
Hello Jon, as always i learn something from your posts. i have to ask though, what have you been doing to woofers to warrant mentioning them getting hot from high freqs? we did the opposite at work th .......
162: Ah! Noisekiller (3.92)
Posted by sheppard on 2002-04-28, 11:59:35 (65.184.15.217)
Has anybody tried these? It's the Ah! Noiskiller. From the web site: "The Ah! LS Noise Killer is a filter that can help with ringing tweeters and top end hardness. They are especially effective for ro .......
163: Banana Plug vs. Spade Plugs. (3.92)
Posted by PhillyB on 2007-02-18, 08:15:18 (24.125.181.125)
I have just received my MIT Magnum 3 speaker cables and I have a choice of spades or banana plugs to use, I switched them a few times and I really cannot hear a difference though I know that spades ar .......
164: Taming brightness w/ Synergictic Rsc or Tara Labs Ref Gen (3.91)
Posted by Rick on 2000-03-30, 00:50:30 (202.158.46.2)
I 'm setting up my system with CJ-PV11L Pre-amp, BEL 1001 Power AMp, and Dynaudio Contour 1.8 Mk II loudspeakers. The sound that produced was very nice, but the mid was a little bit bright. I'm lookin .......
165: OK to biwire with XLO ER-11? (3.90)
Posted by Mau'dib on 2002-02-28, 12:19:08 (209.47.1.82)
I believe the ER-11 is a 12-gauge wire with about 7 small conductors braided together. Should I split them 3 to tweeter and 4 woofer to biwire or run single with jumper? I'm using a 26' long pair for .......
166: JR's 89259 speaker wires good for 30+ feet? (3.90)
Posted by fyton2v on 2003-07-05, 08:49:23 (207.175.229.76)
I'd like to make a matching set of cables for my rear surrounds, but one is 20'ish feet away from the amp and the other about 35'. These are 4 Ohm Dynaudio Contour speakers and I'm worried that the JR .......
167: Re: dome tweeters (3.89)
Posted by rp1@surfnetusa.com on 2003-07-27, 23:54:16 (66.248.82.145)
I am not sure about the relative sensetivities but I would strongly suggest Morel, or for the more well heeled, Scan-Speak tweaters over the Audax. The Morel is more rugged, capable of extremely fine, .......
168: Re: The Great Speaker Cable Shoot-out ( Kimber 8TC's / Analysis Plus Oval 9's / Goertz MI-2's / Teflon CAT 5's / XLO PRO 650's) (3.89)
Posted by Ferdinand on 2000-08-13, 04:49:22 (208.142.142.17)
Its pretty much system depedent! In my Plinius 8150i + Dynaudio Contour 1.1 set-up- the AP 9 were the cables that shined the system. Before this I had the MIT's Term4 and the VDH the Wind. Hands down .......
169: Funny Thing Happened After Wire Upgrade (3.87)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2008-09-22, 10:11:35 (97.89.26.88)
I recently upgraded ALL of my wire. Powercords and IC After about 300Hrs on my Powercords and about 100Hrs on my IC I had to totally reposition my speakers and change some things in my front end. Mayb .......
170: Re: Transparent Ultra Cables Burn-In Time (3.84)
Posted by PhillyB on 2003-09-06, 07:29:46 (67.201.169.54)
Racerguy, What takes so long for these cables to burn-in? Is it the networks or the wire, this is my first time using cables with the networks, so my experience is null and my expectations are unknown .......
171: Question about the new mapleshade interconnect... (3.84)
Posted by hoxuanduc on 2002-06-26, 12:47:12 (208.32.174.66)
I just got this baby last night. Unbelieveable!!! Even with a cheapo system (BPT power conditioner -> Sony ns500v -> Mapleshade -> Pioneer vsx-d555 receiver -> cheapo speaker wire -> Dynaudio 42), the .......
172: Re: Speaker cables for Dynaudio 3.0 + Cyrus gear? (3.84)
Posted by DarrylNZ on 2000-04-17, 17:17:12 (208.205.199.10)
Consider trying out the Kimber Kable 4TC or 8TC (depending on your budget and the larger diameter 8TC is WAF approved). I have Cyrus amps (with psx-r) and both 4TC and 8TC works fine in my bi-amped se .......
173: Re: Speaker cables for Dynaudio 3.0 + Cyrus gear? (3.83)
Posted by Lex v W on 2000-04-17, 07:55:26 (195.109.42.2)
You've got a good set there, so don't try to save too much on your cables. If your Cyrusset resembles my Cyrus III/PSX+AH-tjoeb concerning sound, it sounds clear and spacious. The silverplated VandenH .......
174: Cables to replace ACOUSTIC ZEN ABSOLUTE (3.83)
Posted by kwadro on 2010-03-03, 07:18:59 (188.146.116.100)
I'm looking for cables, SC and IC's to replace Acoustic Zen Absolute in my system. They are a bit too bright with Dynaudio C1. What would you recommend? I'm considering Synergistic Research Accelerato .......
175: Wire consistency throughout the system? (3.83)
Posted by phoenixaudionut on 2002-09-13, 07:08:04 (205.188.208.104)
I have heard mixed reactions to keeping the interconnects and the speaker wires the same for synergy. Any opionions. I am in a wiring quandry. Have Cardas Golden Cross interconnects with old Tara Labs .......
176: RE: No problem.... (3.82)
Posted by thebordas on 2010-09-01, 03:49:01 (69.253.103.168)
Excuse me Sean, but for the last 20 years I've owned reference gear from the likes of ARC, Levinson, Wadia, Wilson, Dynaudio, Krell etc...to name only a few. You have created your own little "Geortz W .......
177: Re: sremember that silver I/Cs require a longer 'break in' time (3.82)
Posted by scienceguy100@hotmail.com on 2003-05-27, 00:11:56 (68.8.162.72)
I have had them for a short amount of time. Prob. around 30 hours usage. I am hoping that a rega planet will solve the problem (looking @ one @ stereo design). Then Ill phase in some Dynaudio contour .......
178: Cable downgrade sounds better, am I going nuts or just have bad hearing (3.82)
Posted by vital ital on 2006-12-25, 15:22:39 (83.131.47.113)
I changed my Kiber 8tc with Audioquest type 4 and the AQ for some reason sounds better, while the Kimber has more "audiophile" flavor with more "air" or whatever the AQ has more bass and depth... Goin .......
179: Re: Budget Interconnect recommendations & question (3.82)
Posted by binoymehra on 2003-12-29, 21:30:14 (203.197.15.132)
Try KIMBER TONIK. I used this along with KIMBER 4TC wire with NAD c320BEE, Dynaudio Audience 42 and Sony DVD player. What a surprise. Even with source like DVD player I started hearing finer nuances , .......
180: RE: Soldering the speaker cable directly to the amp? (3.82)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2008-11-09, 16:42:28 (97.89.26.88)
How about soldering the cable to both ends [amp and speaker]....it is possible to solder it directly to the speakers crossover or at least as close as possible to the crossover. If you are good at it, .......
181: Cables for a New System (3.81)
Posted by Lloyd on 2000-03-01, 14:49:44 (162.48.254.3)
I just purchased a Denon AVR-4800, Dynaudio Audience 50s for front, Audience 40s for rear, Audience C120+ for center and Audience Sub-30A for the subwoofer. I will run a Denon DVM-3700 DVD player. The .......
182: Just installed 8TC... (3.80)
Posted by Chris on 2001-03-17, 13:40:32 (12.77.30.55)
I just installed the 8TC in my system Arcam bi-amp / Dynaudio 1.3... I used to have 2 pairs of 4TC for bottom and high, Now it's 8TC bottom and kept 4TC for the highs. After 30 hours of play, I am not .......
183: VDH in time (3.80)
Posted by amir57bs@yahoo.com on 2006-01-21, 02:58:45 (85.185.50.164)
Hi I bought vdh the revelation stereophile reviewed it in 1993 and martin sad it's bass is exceptional but in my system it's bass is not very extended. is it possible that van den hul company decrease .......
184: Re: Siltech Classic G5 speaker cables questions (3.79)
Posted by JDL-N on 2004-10-01, 01:27:23 (82.126.83.176)
I agree with you that such highend cables make a huge difference. Distortions and saturations we used to notice in a system are very often a problem of speaker cables ! My favorite dealer uses to conn .......
185: Cay I use bi-wire cables on a single speaker binding post? (3.79)
Posted by JasonRock on 2003-03-15, 06:12:39 (24.207.238.73)
I found the cable I was looking for, the length is correct and the price is right (used) but the cables are bi-wire. My Dynaudio's use a single WBT binding post. Any problems hooking up both connector .......
186: Power (3.78)
Posted by JerryS on 2001-07-18, 16:49:58 (207.252.25.12)
1 watt = (approx.) 2.83v @ 8 ohms. I believe the sensitivity rating should read "This speaker outputs a sound pressure level (SPL) of 86 dB at a distance of 1 meter with an input of 2.83v at 8 ohms", .......
187: speaker cable recommendation (3.76)
Posted by levine_jonathan@hotmail.com on 2004-06-01, 08:36:50 (4.156.195.121)
Hi- Was wondering if anyone could make a cable recommendation....I just moved CD players to a Linn Unidisk 1.1 which has less bass definition and considerably more upper end energy than my previous pl .......
188: Transparent Music Link Plus (3.75)
Posted by binoymehra on 2004-01-29, 00:59:57 (203.94.219.121)
My system is NAD C320BEE and NAD 521BEE and speakers are dynaudio Audience 42. right now I am using KIMBER TIMBER as IC and KImber 4TC as Speaker cable. I am satisfied on the whole by the sound. I am .......
189: Re: Best Speaker Wires For Dynaudio's (3.74)
Posted by E-Dawg on 2002-08-19, 17:05:43 (207.168.80.99)
If you're interested in breaking from the "norm" I'd try Quantum Cables. Their Silver Spectra is a really nice cable...but if you want the best you should check out their Silver Centauri Omnicron Refe .......
190: I have the Studio 20 v1s in a HT rig and... (3.73)
Posted by Chris Garrett on 2000-11-16, 14:16:50 (152.163.207.177)
at first when I had them hooked up to a Denon 3200 DD receiver, I was getting a lack of bass. I realize that these speakers only have a 6.5" driver, but I should have been getting something lower. Aft .......
191: Speakercable selection dilemma (3.73)
Posted by Magnus Ohlsson on 2001-01-15, 13:45:48 (193.150.254.180)
Are about to upgrade my speakercables and have found some on the used market. My problem is that i will not be able to listen to any of these before buy so now i am looking for advice, opinions or inf .......
192: RE: Thank you, John Marks - re: Mogami 2534 Neglex Quad Cable balanced interconnects from Markertek (3.73)
Posted by daneinsg on 2011-05-08, 07:47:15 (218.186.17.249)
I am also using Mogami 2534 with neutrik - got them from proaudiola. system is Marantz SA-7S1, SC-7S2, MA-9S2 and Dynaudio Sapphire speakers. I am thinking of upgrading, but I demo'ed $3000 Siltech ca .......
193: Clear Day Solid Core Speaker Cable info, Pls? (3.73)
Posted by vanguardtm@optonline.net on 2008-03-08, 10:03:14 (24.45.1.172)
Hello Audio Experts! Do any of you have info, experience, or opinions on the Clear Day wire? I think it is 24g solid silver (or a copper model), but seems to have no web page. I am considering this .......
194: Help with advice? (3.72)
Posted by Ann N on 2010-02-23, 14:57:50 (76.75.119.158)
Hi Everyone, I'm trying to help my friend to look up reviews for these cables listed below. He's building a system around Dynaudio speakers and a Krell amp and is looking to connect his CD player with .......
195: Re: Attn: Analysis Plus Users (3.72)
Posted by Ferdinand on 2000-09-16, 15:51:31 (208.142.142.17)
From what the AP guys mentioned, its better to have a single runs of AP9 that double runs of AP12. Cost would come out more or less by the way. I'd say, go for the single AP9. But first hand, better t .......
196: Biwiring/Biamp Question (3.71)
Posted by dtanclim on 2003-01-07, 17:10:40 (203.126.180.195)
Can I get some advice on how one would bi-amp with Pre and Power amp if you have only a single pair of speaker terminals (e.g. Dynaudio speakers). Please correct me if I am wrong but in a standard Pre .......
197: Re: LAT SS 800 or SS 1000 speaker cable good choice for Dynaudio 50's?..nt. (3.71)
Posted by Karl W. on 2000-09-29, 13:10:04 (207.220.92.108)
I am using the SS-1000-D and very happy with it. Lat offers a money back guarantee. I kept them a while, sold them tried other cables, and then bought them back from the guy I sold them too, lol. I co .......
198: Meticulous design and assembly by those Danes! (3.71)
Posted by spindrifter on 2010-01-10, 15:42:56 (121.91.8.79)
Only ever auditioned one integrated Densen amp some years back, and was taken by its lively, dynamic sound, and of course, that sleek Scandinavian design. For a small nation with meagre population, th .......
199: System a bit too bright for me (3.70)
Posted by PeterCapo on 2011-03-01, 21:09:20 (151.203.249.63)
I have a solid state amp and preamp driving a pair of Magnepan speakers. It is quite bright sounding. I also have a pair of Dynaudio speakers that are not as bright as the Magnepans but are still kind .......
200: Re: Speaker cables for Dynaudio 3.0 + Cyrus gear? (3.70)
Posted by Bill Musgrave on 2000-04-19, 19:56:25 (209.138.60.144)
When I owned Contour 3.0s I thought the Harmonic Tech Pro 9s mated very well with them. These cables have excellent dynamics at both ends and let that crystalline Dyn midrange shine. They take ages to .......
Found 1 records in Car Court.
1: Re: concert hall quality auto sound ? (4.97)
Posted by William Jacke on 2008-05-26, 06:24:13 (70.226.167.16)
Dynaudio speakers are the best most natural low distortion speakers. .......
Found 200 records in Computer Audio Asylum.
1: Dynaudio (9.82)
Posted by bullethead on 2018-01-02, 09:25:11 (108.29.164.195)
I have an old pair of Dynaudio speakers, must be 15 years old in my basement. Check out Dynaudio they are affordable in your range and sound excellent for the hard earned money. It is a proper energy .......
2: Dynaudio BM 6AMKII -or- Dynaudio Audience 82 (9.82)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2008-10-14, 15:30:24 (97.89.26.88)
I switch between the two... Vista 32bit Laptop--->Lavry DA10--->Acoustic Zen Silver RefII--->Aragon 8008BB--->Dynaudio Audience 82 Karma Means Never Having To Say You're Sorry .......
3: Dynaudio Xeo System. Who has heard it already? (9.18)
Posted by hfavandepas on 2012-03-09, 04:53:00 (82.156.128.160)
Hi all, First of: This post about the Dynaudio Xeo System might look off topic here in the pcaudio asylum. But I thought a post about the Xeo system also doesn’t fitt well in the speaker-asylum or als .......
4: RE: Power Supply - options with Dynaudio MC-15? (9.16)
Posted by saywhat on 2007-06-09, 18:13:20 (75.84.147.249)
Hey Dynaudio rules, I am also into Dynaudio, own a pair of Confidence 5s. I am thinking of buying a pair of the new MC-15 Dynaudio media speakers. Do you have any recommendations for PC power supplies .......
5: Do It Once The Right Way (8.90)
Posted by Dynobot on 2012-02-05, 14:15:35 (75.131.6.57)
Dynaudio Xeo3 Dynaudio Xeo5 .......
6: First (8.85)
Posted by Dynobot on 2012-09-03, 12:08:24 (75.131.20.113)
I would not pair a Cambridge Dac Plus with Dynaudio speakers. HighFi and MidFi do not belong together....yes segregation in audio still exists. You might also look into Dynaudio's pro line...same spea .......
7: RE: What speakers? (8.07)
Posted by Sunya on 2007-08-22, 03:27:42 (86.120.170.131)
Check also the Dynaudio multimedia speakers. .......
8: RE: Lossless music, playback software and maybe DAC (8.00)
Posted by Roseval on 2016-01-25, 11:23:13 (92.254.0.240)
Nothing wrong with Audio Engine. Their popularity is well deserved. But it is possible to improve on them. I belong to those who think that speakers are the most dominant factor. Have a look at some s .......
9: RE: Please Help Build My PC System (7.64)
Posted by Gary on 2016-09-21, 14:55:27 (98.116.99.240)
Have you tried these guys? I think they only charge sales tax for Pennsylvania residents but you should ask. .......
10: not on a desk but... (7.31)
Posted by bullethead on 2008-10-15, 06:14:22 (98.116.41.175)
I use Dynaudio Contour 1.3MKII's. Sound excellent with rt-linux and xmms2/FLAC. So it's Linux -> USB -> Bel Canto DAC3 -> Bel Canto S300 -> Dynaudio. On computer desk I have some small Polk monitors d .......
11: RE: Something NEW......Linux Audio (6.21)
Posted by audioAl on 2008-11-25, 04:54:48 (69.148.237.131)
Yes Dynaudio: I know a code writer\programmer, he's been diong it so long, he cant talk properly, poor fellow. All thoes 0's and 1's messed up his head! I love to learn about Audio and Computers, I to .......
12: Sort of (6.18)
Posted by Scrith on 2008-01-16, 13:18:40 (209.130.140.130)
I used a Benchmark DAC1 USB for my computer sound. The output used to go to a PS Audio GCC-250,which is an amplifier with a volume control (they don't call it an integrated though, something to do wit .......
13: RE: You Didnt Say MP3....did you??? (5.92)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2008-01-24, 16:32:14 (97.89.28.78)
I dont know about Sam Ash, but I have both Dynaudio's home speakers [full range] and a pair of their professional monitors. Love'um... The SB3 is very good for around the house listening, I have one f .......
14: Mini / Trends / Rane / Arc Audio / Dynaudio --For my car (5.77)
Posted by cmwilkinson@mac.com on 2008-09-01, 14:56:42 (72.93.8.47)
Howdy. This is post number one for me. I just wanted to make sure that I was on the right track for what I plan to achieve in the coming months. Ok so my plans are to keep the signal to the amp balanc .......
15: RE: My personal delusion - I hear passive crossovers! (5.69)
Posted by AstroD on 2009-10-08, 11:37:16 (66.74.198.230)
What active systems have you heard? I've been curious about moving to a modest active pro audio setup but haven't yet heard many pro audio speakers - only the Adam A7 and Dynaudio BM5A so far. My loca .......
16: RE: Audioengine A5s (5.62)
Posted by CAMSHAFT on 2008-12-21, 20:32:47 (72.93.122.113)
^^^ thats Focal for you!! I say go Dynaudio as well..... .......
17: RE: Windows 7 optimization? (5.50)
Posted by audioAl on 2009-11-16, 12:22:02 (70.164.236.191)
Thanks Dynaudio,Cheers!Alan .......
18: RE: Active Monitors -- NHT M00 v. AudioEngine A2/A5 (5.45)
Posted by RERobbins on 2009-02-14, 10:02:41 (24.15.75.157)
I was not aware of the DacMagic when I started looking into these matters. From what I've read it seems like a very good piece of gear and one that sells for much less than the Benchmark. I suspect I' .......
19: Dynaudio AIR 12 looks very good! Any idea on cost? (5.41)
Posted by cics on 2008-01-06, 05:58:45 (198.54.202.234)
. .......
20: RE: "Fallout with Otachan" (5.39)
Posted by Dawnrazor on 2010-02-19, 00:02:22 (24.7.103.234)
You are funny Dynaudio. This is the same conversation we had a while ago. You want to bombard cplay with all kinds of "features" that will hurt its sound quality. Call me antiquated but you can have .......
21: Re: Case 3: (5.37)
Posted by bjbakle on 2007-01-05, 08:53:13 (66.87.107.78)
Thanks Dynaudio Rules. See my other post. I bought the M Audio Transit to do this. It is not working. Can you help? Thanks. .......
22: Sad....:-( (5.29)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2007-12-15, 05:15:45 (97.89.28.78)
Sorry to hear you got down graded to a closet... But happy to know a fellow Dynaudio lover... .......
23: RE: Mini / Trends / Rane / Arc Audio / Dynaudio --For my car (5.29)
Posted by CAMSHAFT on 2008-09-21, 17:19:39 (72.93.139.158)
Bump .......
24: RE: Optical (5.29)
Posted by audioengr on 2008-09-27, 16:54:12 (66.220.119.106)
Dynaudio - whe you are going to replace that Transit with something decent??? Only college students still have Transits. .......
25: RE: While you most likely (5.24)
Posted by Dynobot on 2017-12-31, 16:13:21 (68.2.81.94)
Main: Audiogd Master7 Dac Audiogd Master1 Pre Audiogd Master3 Amp Audiogd HE-350 Power Regenerator Shunyata Venom PC's Furutech Outlets Analysis Plus Oval 9 Speaker Cable Various IC Dynaudio 82 speake .......
26: RE: 2-channel PC desktop speakers for audiophile? (5.22)
Posted by wpines on 2008-09-14, 17:13:38 (24.151.33.225)
Dynaudio MC15 with matching Sub 250 MC .......
27: RE: Audiophile Wikipedia (5.19)
Posted by audioAl on 2008-11-13, 03:11:03 (69.150.21.244)
I agree with you Dynaudio, I am a novice and some of what I read here is over my head. Thanks to you all! I love to learn. Now I Understand .......
28: Those bears must be listening to Dynaudio speakers. nt (5.19)
Posted by aljordan on 2008-06-28, 17:56:40 (74.69.243.112)
nt .......
29: RE: Simaudio, Dynaudio, a Mac Mini, and a Closet (5.17)
Posted by panhead on 2007-12-16, 00:17:58 (12.30.80.194)
I really look forward to your review. Appears to be a VERY good choice of components. .......
30: RE: Audiophile Computers (5.14)
Posted by audioAl on 2008-11-10, 03:51:44 (69.150.141.123)
I agerr Dynaudio, I enjoy my mid-fi setup. It is interesting to tweak and see what happens, but it is what it is. Now I Understand .......
31: RE: Roland has recently rereleased their USB audio interfaces (on the Cakewalk brand) (5.14)
Posted by jkeny on 2009-08-08, 11:32:58 (78.16.244.230)
Dynaudio - what's that? Doesn't translate? .......
32: WiSA (5.14)
Posted by Roseval on 2019-02-05, 12:33:11 (77.170.179.129)
WiSA is an example of this https://www.dynaudio.com/home-audio/xeo .......
33: RE: 6 Sigma Green Belt Here (5.10)
Posted by audioAl on 2008-11-05, 04:15:47 (69.150.33.130)
Dynaudio, your right on! As I recently upgraded my OS to Vista, the difference is remarkable. Thanks, Alan Now I Understand .......
34: Top 3 for Best Sound (5.09)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2010-02-16, 11:30:43 (97.89.27.103)
Focal CMS 50 Powered Reference Monitors Dynaudio BM-5A Adam A5 .......
35: RE: Fancy "tone controls"? (5.04)
Posted by bidule on 2009-05-31, 03:43:19 (77.195.151.123)
Hello Tony, I agree with you that Sox settings is like opening pandora box. It looks like to me that it is system (and according to you also disk) dependant. In my system with a few records (recorded .......
36: RE: Getting to the music....your suggestions. (5.01)
Posted by freaknhell on 2007-06-22, 08:31:03 (68.12.146.238)
I will for sure let everybody know how it goes. The benchmark and the dynaudio's both have a 30 day trial period, so worst case I could always send something back and go another route. Thanks for the .......
37: RE: Kmixer is sometimes OK (5.00)
Posted by audioAl on 2008-11-02, 03:15:50 (68.93.67.88)
I agree with you Dynaudio, ASIO drivers do sound different. I am still astounded by the OS change to Vista. Now I will explore players ect. Now I Understand .......
38: RE: Best Desk top self-powered Speakers - Less than $1,000 (5.00)
Posted by Les Anderson on 2010-02-16, 06:56:26 (216.215.144.201)
Quad 11l/12l active Dynaudio BM5A And the Adams are very good too. .......
39: arigatou gozaimashita. hontouni Dynaudio-san wa yasashii wa ne (nt) (5.00)
Posted by Christine Tham on 2009-06-04, 15:50:41 (124.189.34.48)
. .......
40: RE: Nice Set-up (4.99)
Posted by 1543 on 2008-05-17, 07:51:38 (89.245.18.24)
Hi Dynaudio Rules, I like the skin for Foobar you posted here. Is it your design? Were can I download the files needed for this skin? .......
41: RE: audioAl is supposed to be a computer building expert (4.96)
Posted by audioAl on 2009-12-18, 01:53:10 (70.164.237.224)
Thanks Dynaudio, we've been in touch. Hope you are having a happy holiday! Alan .......
42: Sure....To Each His/Her Own....-t (4.96)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2008-10-15, 13:44:04 (97.89.26.88)
. Vista 32bit Laptop--->Lavry DA10--->Acoustic Zen Silver RefII--->Aragon 8008BB--->Dynaudio Audience 82 Karma Means Never Having To Say You're Sorry .......
43: RE: they'll be lined around the block. (4.91)
Posted by MikeCh on 2012-09-04, 17:26:50 (67.168.158.220)
Still have the Teres. Decided to move on to different dipoles, but may go full circle soon with a pair of MMGs and stereo dipole woofers. Still using your Dynaudio speakers? .......
44: RE: Have you seen this? (improve mp3 quality) (4.91)
Posted by mikee55 on 2007-06-12, 02:18:57 (84.64.122.220)
Hello Dynaudio, Expensive loudness button then? ha ha Regards Mikee55 .......
45: Whta It Does (4.87)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2008-10-08, 14:03:50 (97.89.26.88)
Vista 32bit Laptop--->Lavry DA10--->Acoustic Zen Silver RefII--->Aragon 8008BB--->Dynaudio Audience 82 Karma Means Never Having To Say You're Sorry .......
46: RE: May I ask whom else... (4.86)
Posted by 6sigma on 2009-01-27, 10:04:51 (75.65.49.75)
It might be interesting to learn what some of the other audio manufacturers are seeing in their R&D. How might these same questions be answered by someone at Pass Labs or Conrad Johnson or Magnepan or .......
47: RE: Nearfield Monitors (4.86)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2008-12-20, 18:16:49 (66.188.68.67)
Dynaudio powered monitors....see profile or click on equipment list below Adam P11's are pretty good too. Karma Means Never Having To Say You're Sorry .......
48: RE: Bypass kmixer with Lynx AES16 (4.84)
Posted by av newbee on 2009-10-06, 17:44:38 (71.194.147.128)
Dynaudio, thank you for that excellent link. It summed up the issues and presented the easy solutions very well. Problem solved. Appreciate it. .......
49: How About (4.84)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2008-09-29, 09:52:38 (97.89.26.88)
A HagmanUSB....??? Vista PC--->cPlay/jRiver--->Transit USB--->Lavry DA10--->Acoustic Zen Silver RefII--->Dynaudio BM 6AMkII Karma Means Never Having To Say You're Sorry .......
50: Go Ahead DO It Yourself (4.82)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2008-09-30, 04:59:10 (97.89.26.88)
Its VERY Easy Vista 32bit Laptop--->Lavry DA10--->Acoustic Zen Silver RefII--->Aragon 8008BB--->Dynaudio Audience 82 Karma Means Never Having To Say You're Sorry .......
51: You Have to View His Gallery......-t (4.82)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2008-10-17, 16:51:22 (97.89.26.88)
. Vista 32bit Laptop--->Lavry DA10--->Acoustic Zen Silver RefII--->Aragon 8008BB--->Dynaudio Audience 82 Karma Means Never Having To Say You're Sorry .......
52: Here Is My Latest Pic (4.82)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2008-10-17, 17:08:08 (97.89.26.88)
Vista 32bit Laptop--->Lavry DA10--->Acoustic Zen Silver RefII--->Aragon 8008BB--->Dynaudio Audience 82 Karma Means Never Having To Say You're Sorry .......
53: RE: Would It Be Better (4.82)
Posted by mschneider on 2009-01-16, 09:56:26 (12.54.176.242)
dynaudio rules said "There is a difference for sure, but personally I like the sound of my Anthem preamp, it has just the right amount of tubeyness and clarity as well as a very good ability to flush .......
54: Suggestions for alternative to the USB DAC route? (4.82)
Posted by freaknhell on 2007-08-07, 06:27:05 (199.173.224.31)
So, my foray into USB audio has been marred with complications. I recently posted problems relating to distortion w/ a Benchmark DAC 1 USB as well as a PS Audio Digital Link III. The problem is my com .......
55: Wow..... (4.80)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2008-10-02, 14:02:26 (97.89.26.88)
Now I feel bad...:-( Vista 32bit Laptop--->Lavry DA10--->Acoustic Zen Silver RefII--->Aragon 8008BB--->Dynaudio Audience 82 Karma Means Never Having To Say You're Sorry .......
56: RE: Say it Aint So..... (4.78)
Posted by GCrouser@hvc.rr.com on 2008-01-06, 07:30:43 (74.68.49.151)
How can this product be a bad thing ? I bet it will improve the sound quality of the ipod. I hope it's successful and leads to more similar products. I'd love it if I could digitally dump Flac files f .......
57: RE: You Didnt Say MP3....did you??? (4.77)
Posted by Godzilla. on 2008-01-24, 11:10:03 (24.187.200.26)
LOL! Yes, i did say mp3. To salvage my 160gb hard drive i decided to rip my cd collection at 160k at first. After ripping about twenty or so i changed my mind and ripped at 192k. After ripping nearly .......
58: RE: Please Help Build My PC System (4.76)
Posted by Kody on 2016-09-22, 15:17:37 (73.34.178.186)
PAR, Just to be safe, I ordered the Dynaudio XEO4's today. However, most of the reviews I read on the XEO2's, and I'm pretty sure I read them all, rated the bass as being pretty good. Check out the re .......
59: Well.... (4.75)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2008-10-02, 09:28:52 (97.89.26.88)
Kind of..... The phrase you get what you pay for comes to mind.... Vista 32bit Laptop--->Lavry DA10--->Acoustic Zen Silver RefII--->Aragon 8008BB--->Dynaudio Audience 82 Karma Means Never Having To .......
60: How About (4.74)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2008-10-02, 13:40:13 (97.89.26.88)
That PCI to USB card thingy... Vista 32bit Laptop--->Lavry DA10--->Acoustic Zen Silver RefII--->Aragon 8008BB--->Dynaudio Audience 82 Karma Means Never Having To Say You're Sorry .......
61: You dont get what I am saying (4.74)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2008-10-08, 08:44:04 (97.89.26.88)
I am not talking about any rate 48 or other. Vista 32bit Laptop--->Lavry DA10--->Acoustic Zen Silver RefII--->Aragon 8008BB--->Dynaudio Audience 82 Karma Means Never Having To Say You're Sorry ::: .......
62: Noooooo!!!!! I Change My Mind.....nt (4.74)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2008-10-11, 07:50:35 (97.89.26.88)
. Vista 32bit Laptop--->Lavry DA10--->Acoustic Zen Silver RefII--->Aragon 8008BB--->Dynaudio Audience 82 Karma Means Never Having To Say You're Sorry .......
63: I Was Told I Have The Budget Of A College Kid....-t (4.74)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2008-10-15, 15:30:14 (97.89.26.88)
. Vista 32bit Laptop--->Lavry DA10--->Acoustic Zen Silver RefII--->Aragon 8008BB--->Dynaudio Audience 82 Karma Means Never Having To Say You're Sorry .......
64: Enjoy your kool-aid.... (4.74)
Posted by alan m. kafton on 2008-09-02, 21:39:19 (24.255.45.199)
With your continually snide and insulting attitude, I would be quite surprised if Dynaudio even bothers responding to you anymore, let alone answer a reasoned question. Anata-wa mondai-o hito desu. : .......
65: Play Nice Guys......No teasing (4.70)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2008-09-27, 11:07:12 (97.89.26.88)
. Vista PC--->cPlay/jRiver--->Transit USB--->Lavry DA10--->Acoustic Zen Silver RefII--->Dynaudio BM 6AMkII Karma Means Never Having To Say You're Sorry .......
66: RE: $29.95 (4.70)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2008-10-02, 08:51:30 (97.89.26.88)
If thats the case I would rather buy WaveLab... Vista 32bit Laptop--->Lavry DA10--->Acoustic Zen Silver RefII--->Aragon 8008BB--->Dynaudio Audience 82 Karma Means Never Having To Say You're Sorry : .......
67: Anyone Use VNC To connect to a Computer (4.70)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2008-10-11, 16:35:53 (97.89.26.88)
I like it and it works great Vista 32bit Laptop--->Lavry DA10--->Acoustic Zen Silver RefII--->Aragon 8008BB--->Dynaudio Audience 82 Karma Means Never Having To Say You're Sorry .......
68: Thanks For The Comments (4.70)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2008-10-12, 16:21:28 (97.89.26.88)
I will keep your suggestions in mind when I update the skin Vista 32bit Laptop--->Lavry DA10--->Acoustic Zen Silver RefII--->Aragon 8008BB--->Dynaudio Audience 82 Karma Means Never Having To Say Yo .......
69: Great (4.70)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2008-10-13, 15:27:16 (97.89.26.88)
Vovox makes good products! Vista 32bit Laptop--->Lavry DA10--->Acoustic Zen Silver RefII--->Aragon 8008BB--->Dynaudio Audience 82 Karma Means Never Having To Say You're Sorry .......
70: OMG! (4.70)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2008-11-06, 14:37:58 (97.89.26.88)
. Vista 32bit[JRiver MC]--->Stereovox XV2 coax--->Lavry DA10--->Acoustic Zen Silver RefII--->Aragon 8008BB--->Dynaudio Audience 82 Karma Means Never Having To Say You're Sorry .......
71: Risk (4.70)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2009-12-18, 05:50:10 (97.89.27.103)
I bought my Dynaudio's without having listened to them, in fact i never even saw them in person until they arrived at my front door. Same thing for my Hafler amps and the silver IC's, the Havana DAC, .......
72: ???? (4.70)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2008-09-29, 06:17:01 (97.89.26.88)
Did you ever use that japanese "this is a little off topic" Vista PC--->cPlay/jRiver--->Transit USB--->Lavry DA10--->Acoustic Zen Silver RefII--->Dynaudio BM 6AMkII Karma Means Never Having To Say .......
73: RE: Please Help Build My PC System (4.69)
Posted by Kody on 2016-09-22, 16:59:51 (73.34.178.186)
Hi all, A big thank you for the information and build suggestions. I really do appreciate the help. I ordered the Dynaudio XEO4's online today for $1847 total. As an audio novice, I figured active spe .......
74: RE: I agree.... (4.69)
Posted by Triodeuser on 2007-12-21, 14:08:21 (75.137.105.8)
Dynaudio rules said "ASIO4ALL seems to work without glitches for me, I dont know what kind of issues you were having though. Was it dropping out...or were there other sound issues?" I'm not sure exact .......
75: RE: cMP will work in your setup... (4.66)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2008-01-05, 07:17:27 (97.89.28.78)
Powered Speakers. You may want to look at Dynaudio, I am loving my BM 6A MkII's. However I did find they sound a lot better when I changed the wire inside. .......
76: Buy A PC.....nt (4.66)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2008-09-22, 07:20:50 (97.89.26.88)
. Vista PC--->cPlay/jRiver--->Transit USB--->Lavry DA10--->Acoustic Zen Silver RefII--->Dynaudio BM 6AMkII Karma Means Never Having To Say You're Sorry .......
77: RE: Other alternatives..recommendations? (4.66)
Posted by freaknhell on 2007-08-01, 13:44:09 (199.173.225.33)
I'm going to check them out on another computer first (good idea) but am looking at the new PS Audio USB DAC's for a backup. Wasn't enthused about the Benchmark tech support. Didn't get the ebay Dynau .......
78: RE: To all cplay/cmp/juli buffs... (4.66)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2008-10-13, 17:30:34 (97.89.26.88)
Can't beat Stereovox... Vista 32bit Laptop--->Lavry DA10--->Acoustic Zen Silver RefII--->Aragon 8008BB--->Dynaudio Audience 82 Karma Means Never Having To Say You're Sorry .......
79: Dynaudio Contour 1.3 MK2 on my desk (4.66)
Posted by adjieda on 2008-10-16, 10:17:15 (118.137.203.45)
I've auditioned several brands such as Proacs, BW, Mark Daniels, and I liked the Dynaudios' so far. They were less forward and more balanced in warmth and dynamics in nearfield compared to the others. .......
80: Re: Dawnrazor and Dynaudio: (4.66)
Posted by Dawnrazor on 2007-04-01, 20:35:45 (24.7.101.62)
Yeah, I should look in to getting a new card, but this is on the "normal" pc, and goes into an upsampling dac that I use for PC speakers or headphone listening. Not exactly the hifi rig, but enough to .......
81: Optical (4.64)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2008-09-27, 14:02:18 (97.89.26.88)
for long runs optical is best... Vista PC--->cPlay/jRiver--->Transit USB--->Lavry DA10--->Acoustic Zen Silver RefII--->Dynaudio BM 6AMkII Karma Means Never Having To Say You're Sorry .......
82: chikusho! DAMNIT (4.62)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2008-10-08, 09:19:35 (97.89.26.88)
Oh well, You could upgrade to Vista so that you could use cPlay.... Vista 32bit Laptop--->Lavry DA10--->Acoustic Zen Silver RefII--->Aragon 8008BB--->Dynaudio Audience 82 Karma Means Never Having T .......
83: kawakuna nara ore ni hanashimasen...nt (4.62)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2008-09-22, 13:15:51 (97.89.26.88)
. Vista PC--->cPlay/jRiver--->Transit USB--->Lavry DA10--->Acoustic Zen Silver RefII--->Dynaudio BM 6AMkII Karma Means Never Having To Say You're Sorry .......
84: Can I Ask (4.62)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2008-09-29, 05:56:50 (97.89.26.88)
What is the difference between 32bit and 64bit windows? Is it just the type of processor? Or other??? Vista PC--->cPlay/jRiver--->Transit USB--->Lavry DA10--->Acoustic Zen Silver RefII--->Dynaudio B .......
85: It would be Nice To Have Otachan's ASIO re-compiled (4.62)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2008-10-08, 14:46:07 (97.89.26.88)
To work with this and other programs.. I wish i knew how to do it Vista 32bit Laptop--->Lavry DA10--->Acoustic Zen Silver RefII--->Aragon 8008BB--->Dynaudio Audience 82 Karma Means Never Having To .......
86: No Relevant Info On Web Site (4.62)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2008-10-10, 18:20:22 (97.89.26.88)
Without any real information it's nothing but hype. Vista 32bit Laptop--->Lavry DA10--->Acoustic Zen Silver RefII--->Aragon 8008BB--->Dynaudio Audience 82 Karma Means Never Having To Say You're Sor .......
87: RE: Here Is My Latest Pic (4.62)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2008-10-17, 17:57:35 (97.89.26.88)
Oh Yeah....Love'em esp after I re-wired them.... Vista 32bit Laptop--->Lavry DA10--->Acoustic Zen Silver RefII--->Aragon 8008BB--->Dynaudio Audience 82 Karma Means Never Having To Say You're Sorry .......
88: OK....What If Your Laptop (4.62)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2008-09-21, 16:04:16 (97.89.26.88)
has optical out...would it be any better/worse/different than optical out via any other method? Vista PC--->cPlay/jRiver--->Transit USB--->Lavry DA10--->Acoustic Zen Silver RefII--->Dynaudio BM 6AMkI .......
89: RE: M-Audio Profire 610 (4.59)
Posted by audioAl on 2009-10-04, 02:16:53 (70.164.238.130)
How are those Dynaudio speakers? I just built my first Intel machine and it's real quiet,E5300 cpu,32bitVista ultimate, not ready for 64 bit yet. Can you advise me on a dac for my new machine? Cheers, .......
90: domo arigato gozaimasu....anata mo ganbatte ne (4.59)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2008-09-25, 11:03:21 (97.89.26.88)
. Vista PC--->cPlay/jRiver--->Transit USB--->Lavry DA10--->Acoustic Zen Silver RefII--->Dynaudio BM 6AMkII Karma Means Never Having To Say You're Sorry .......
91: RE: Please Post The Results.... (4.58)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2008-10-06, 17:49:26 (97.89.26.88)
I'm sure break in is a must...then on the other hand sometimes there is some give and take at play....gain this/loose that. Vista 32bit Laptop--->Lavry DA10--->Acoustic Zen Silver RefII--->Aragon 80 .......
92: RE: Foobar 0.9.5.6 (4.58)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2008-10-03, 05:24:51 (97.89.26.88)
Did you add your ASIO device under ASIO virtual devices....?? Vista 32bit Laptop--->Lavry DA10--->Acoustic Zen Silver RefII--->Aragon 8008BB--->Dynaudio Audience 82 Karma Means Never Having To Say Y .......
93: Which Means (4.55)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2008-10-07, 06:51:39 (97.89.26.88)
You have analog sound coming from your computer to your stereo....Great. Vista 32bit Laptop--->Lavry DA10--->Acoustic Zen Silver RefII--->Aragon 8008BB--->Dynaudio Audience 82 Karma Means Never Hav .......
94: What's your experience/opinion on Windows Vista...LOVE IT! (4.55)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2008-10-14, 12:44:00 (97.89.26.88)
Works great for me Vista 32bit Laptop--->Lavry DA10--->Acoustic Zen Silver RefII--->Aragon 8008BB--->Dynaudio Audience 82 Karma Means Never Having To Say You're Sorry .......
95: DAC + Active monitors. (4.55)
Posted by orpheus on 2010-05-10, 11:20:18 (24.189.30.3)
For the use you describe, pro audio equipment is worth looking into. A Lavry DAC + Adam, Dynaudio, or JM Labs monitors would offer fantastic sound in your budget range. Aaron. .......
96: If we want the labels to get rid of their evil copy ... (4.54)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2008-09-20, 15:13:39 (97.89.26.88)
protection mechanisms we should uphold our side of the bargain. YEAH RIGHT!!! Vista PC--->Transit USB--->Lavry DA10--->Acoustic Zen Silver RefII--->Dynaudio BM 6AMkII Karma Means Never Having To S .......
97: Please Post The Results.... (4.54)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2008-10-02, 13:28:10 (97.89.26.88)
Interesting that a DAC has drop in replacements for the chips.....that would be a great plus for tweakers Vista 32bit Laptop--->Lavry DA10--->Acoustic Zen Silver RefII--->Aragon 8008BB--->Dynaudio A .......
98: Hhehehehehe (4.54)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2008-10-04, 16:04:39 (97.89.26.88)
I was a tad inebriated last time Forgive the mild order or Whiskey and vomit.... Vista 32bit Laptop--->Lavry DA10--->Acoustic Zen Silver RefII--->Aragon 8008BB--->Dynaudio Audience 82 Karma Means N .......
99: Not ONLY That (4.54)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2008-10-17, 16:48:24 (97.89.26.88)
Heat is the enemy as far as the life of a computer or any piece of electronic equipment.....that and surges in power. Vista 32bit Laptop--->Lavry DA10--->Acoustic Zen Silver RefII--->Aragon 8008BB-- .......
100: What About (4.54)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2008-09-21, 15:42:59 (97.89.26.88)
Optical out from a Card or mother board??? -or- AES/EBU out from a card??? Vista PC--->cPlay/jRiver--->Transit USB--->Lavry DA10--->Acoustic Zen Silver RefII--->Dynaudio BM 6AMkII Karma Means Never .......
101: "...don't believe everything you read on this forum..." Best Advice.... (4.51)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2008-09-24, 15:43:32 (97.89.26.88)
Believe your ears! Vista PC--->cPlay/jRiver--->Transit USB--->Lavry DA10--->Acoustic Zen Silver RefII--->Dynaudio BM 6AMkII Karma Means Never Having To Say You're Sorry .......
102: Midori = Green in Japanese (4.51)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2008-10-08, 09:39:14 (97.89.26.88)
Sounds good....I was just kidding about upgrading to Vista though...:-) Vista 32bit Laptop--->Lavry DA10--->Acoustic Zen Silver RefII--->Aragon 8008BB--->Dynaudio Audience 82 Karma Means Never Havi .......
103: ---------------(Whats The Besy Coumpter Out--------METHOAD (4.51)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2008-10-04, 11:16:29 (97.89.26.88)
spdif coax is2 xlr inboard outboard Vista 32bit Laptop--->Lavry DA10--->Acoustic Zen Silver RefII--->Aragon 8008BB--->Dynaudio Audience 82 Karma Means Never Having To Say You're Sorry .......
104: RE: Sound cards vs. (4.50)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2008-10-28, 15:11:07 (97.89.26.88)
No the USB would be my HD......a small SSD Vista 32bit[JRiver MC]--->Stereovox XV2 coax--->Lavry DA10--->Acoustic Zen Silver RefII--->Aragon 8008BB--->Dynaudio Audience 82 Karma Means Never Having T .......
105: COOL!!!! (4.50)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2008-11-09, 13:14:20 (97.89.26.88)
Depending on the bra size that might be a nice experience! Vista 32bit[JRiver MC]--->Stereovox XV2 coax--->Lavry DA10--->Acoustic Zen Silver RefII--->Aragon 8008BB--->Dynaudio Audience 82 Karma Mea .......
106: RE: Cryo Parts - PopPulse (4.50)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2008-10-03, 05:40:30 (97.89.26.88)
Thanks for the info... I will be borrowing a friends PopPulse this weekend so I will have a chance to see what it can do.... Vista 32bit Laptop--->Lavry DA10--->Acoustic Zen Silver RefII--->Aragon 8 .......
107: Thanks! (4.48)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2008-10-09, 05:02:09 (97.89.26.88)
I actually bookmarked the post you provided just in case. Right now I am going about a systematic approach to rule out and isolate the problem. I want to be able to repeat it consistently. Vista 32bi .......
108: RE: Ceteris Paribus (4.46)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2008-11-05, 09:50:10 (97.89.26.88)
We are all entitled to our opinion Tony, I appreciate yours. Thanks for posting about your experience. Vista 32bit[JRiver MC]--->Stereovox XV2 coax--->Lavry DA10--->Acoustic Zen Silver RefII--->Arag .......
109: RE: I Have Determined That SqueezeBox Is Not For Serious Listening (4.46)
Posted by panhead on 2007-12-16, 00:14:10 (12.30.80.194)
I like the J River software also. Just started a couple of weeks ago and now I am looking at a big server farm to store all those cds. Anyway dynaudio are you ripping with eac or J River? So far th .......
110: RE: Just Make Sure Your SPIDF out is Optical or Not...My Laptop has Optical (4.46)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2008-10-04, 10:50:26 (97.89.26.88)
imne did tooo....it was a optcal... Vista 32bit Laptop--->Lavry DA10--->Acoustic Zen Silver RefII--->Aragon 8008BB--->Dynaudio Audience 82 Karma Means Never Having To Say You're Sorry .......
111: RE: Its DEAD!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! (4.45)
Posted by audioAl on 2008-12-07, 07:38:41 (69.150.21.154)
Dynaudio: Where do I send the Flowers?? I think maybe Linux doesen't like female vocalist? Vista Ultimate 32bit/Diamond XS Dac/ Sterovox coaxial line in to Insignia Amp/Cambridge SoundWorks& Infin .......
112: RE: Bit depth and sample rate question (4.45)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2008-10-08, 14:37:45 (97.89.26.88)
Should not be a problem...the 24/96 file will just go through pretty much untouched while the others will be upsampled. Vista 32bit Laptop--->Lavry DA10--->Acoustic Zen Silver RefII--->Aragon 8008BB- .......
113: RE: SssWEET! (4.43)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2008-10-25, 06:10:40 (97.89.26.88)
You want to use exclusive mode when you use WASAPI as it will bypass the internal Windows mixers. Vista 32bit[JRiver MC]--->Stereovox XV2 coax--->Lavry DA10--->Acoustic Zen Silver RefII--->Aragon 80 .......
114: RE: huh, no he isn't. (4.43)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2008-10-31, 17:56:27 (97.89.26.88)
Comrades, Tagging, like faster boot time has nothing to do with sound. Vista 32bit[JRiver MC]--->Stereovox XV2 coax--->Lavry DA10--->Acoustic Zen Silver RefII--->Aragon 8008BB--->Dynaudio Audience 82 .......
115: RE: lynx aes-ebu direct to dsp genelec? (4.43)
Posted by Monty_W on 2009-05-16, 05:24:49 (86.145.209.59)
Hi, I looked into exactly the same as you ttmtame... i.e. internal card direct to active DSP monitors. Indeed I looked at Genelecs too. I have ended up with a pair of Dynaudio Air monitors and heres h .......
116: Congrats !!!! (4.42)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2008-10-10, 17:00:11 (97.89.26.88)
All that hard work paid off, and you did it the best way too...a dedicated PC for music. I take it you don't like Otachan ASIO? or you can't get it to work.... Vista 32bit Laptop--->Lavry DA10--->Ac .......
117: RE: I have to Agree With Fmak and Carcass (4.41)
Posted by Dynobot on 2012-07-10, 09:33:45 (75.131.20.113)
First, the same bits have to be sent to the DAC. Second the DAC has to send timing information to the computer, ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ My most recent experience. G .......
118: Ohhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh, I forgot (4.41)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2008-10-08, 09:13:03 (97.89.26.88)
I forgot about the choices in XP, if you get a chance try the Vista driver...it won't hurt and it might help. Vista 32bit Laptop--->Lavry DA10--->Acoustic Zen Silver RefII--->Aragon 8008BB--->Dynaud .......
119: RE: New pc build,Vista 32 Home Premium (4.39)
Posted by audioAl on 2008-10-19, 06:17:15 (68.93.65.224)
Thanks Dynaudio: I am still researching this new build. A straight os implementation of Vista is my choice as well. Asus mobo's are great. I am having trouble as I may have to go to two electronics st .......
120: RE: LOL (4.39)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2008-09-20, 16:50:19 (97.89.26.88)
Do you use mini optical out of your MAC??? Is there a difference between optical outs of any device say sound card, motherboard, etc. Vista PC--->cPlay/jRiver--->Transit USB--->Lavry DA10--->Acousti .......
121: RE: Is This LEGAL???? (4.38)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2008-09-20, 18:43:36 (97.89.26.88)
So that means you must keep and own every CD that you rip. And I guess if you sell, loose, or donate them you are supposed to delete them from your HD. Vista PC--->cPlay/jRiver--->Transit USB--->Lavr .......
122: Cryo Parts - PopPulse (4.38)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2008-10-02, 09:49:36 (97.89.26.88)
Any PopPulse owners here....I'm interested to know your level of satisfaction with the product, both powered via wallwart and via USB Vista 32bit Laptop--->Lavry DA10--->Acoustic Zen Silver RefII---> .......
123: RE: That's matter of perspective. Side question for you: (4.38)
Posted by Dynobot on 2012-02-06, 15:00:33 (75.131.20.113)
Yes you are correct, music like beauty is in the eye [ear] of the beholder. Enjoy it, as I am sure you do.... As far as D...Rules. I decided to remove the 'name' of a product from my moniker, but at t .......
124: RE: Please Help Build My PC System (4.38)
Posted by Roseval on 2016-09-21, 11:33:44 (77.170.179.129)
Have a look at active speakers. Those with a USB or SPDIF can be driven straight form your PC without even requiring a amp. Have a look at Kef XA330 Dynaudio XEO 2 Of the typical pro-brands like Genel .......
125: RE: What DACs can play 24/176 or 24/192? RME or TC Electronics (4.38)
Posted by SeVeReD on 2009-10-10, 15:34:14 (74.1.182.52)
hi Dynaudio ... thought I'd chime in here so people aren't confused. My RME Fireface 800 (and the 400) both do 24/192 and take in firewire, not usb. .......
126: RE: LOL (4.38)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2008-09-20, 16:44:54 (97.89.26.88)
May I ask which software you use to rip? I noticed after going through some of my old rips that some files didn't rip well. Therefore I'm going to have to re-rip some CD's before I sell them. Vista P .......
127: $29.95 (4.36)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2008-10-02, 05:17:08 (97.89.26.88)
Thats $29.95 too much! In this world of computer audio I [for one] have grown to expect most [is not all] of my software to be FREE. Vista 32bit Laptop--->Lavry DA10--->Acoustic Zen Silver RefII--->A .......
128: 32bits ----)24bit DAC = Any Benefit? (4.36)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2008-10-08, 09:21:04 (97.89.26.88)
Won't people need a DAC that supports 32bit sampling rates??? Vista 32bit Laptop--->Lavry DA10--->Acoustic Zen Silver RefII--->Aragon 8008BB--->Dynaudio Audience 82 Karma Means Never Having To Say .......
129: RE: Al You SHould Try MPD (4.36)
Posted by audioAl on 2009-09-13, 01:25:38 (70.164.239.253)
Ok guys, I am studying the wiki, Dynaudio's notes are followable, count me in. I'll install the sound card this morning, study more DIY wiki instructions. Tomorrow I should have MPD,& Minion up and ru .......
130: RE: Selling CDs; Best place to do it (4.36)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2008-09-20, 12:35:12 (97.89.26.88)
Well, I'm selling mine on Amazon... I've noticed that some artists CD's prices have gone up since I bought them. Good Luck! Vista PC--->Transit USB--->Lavry DA10--->Acoustic Zen Silver RefII--->Dyna .......
131: RE: ASIO vs. WASAPI (4.34)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2008-10-09, 04:51:11 (97.89.26.88)
cPlay does not have WASAPI support, Foobar does but you need to install the plugin as well as have Vista. I am using jRiver with WASAPI... Vista 32bit Laptop--->Lavry DA10--->Acoustic Zen Silver Ref .......
132: Hehehehe (4.33)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2008-09-27, 17:05:19 (97.89.26.88)
When you sell me something decent for $100bucks. I realize that is the weak link in the chain but I'm not about to spend $1000 bucks on a better link. Vista PC--->cPlay/jRiver--->Transit USB--->Lavry .......
133: $22K...!!!!! (4.33)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2008-10-14, 14:27:49 (97.89.26.88)
Yes I think it "should" sound good. My $10 dollar RedBook CD should sound like at least like a $20 High Rez CD. Vista 32bit Laptop--->Lavry DA10--->Acoustic Zen Silver RefII--->Aragon 8008BB--->Dyna .......
134: Yes....+ Learning Curve (4.32)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2008-10-08, 09:02:25 (97.89.26.88)
Yes it works with Remote as well, you can even stream your music via Internet to another computer if you want. jRiver offers so much that it may take some time to isolate exactly what you want out of .......
135: RE: LMAO! (4.32)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2008-09-20, 19:42:07 (97.89.26.88)
You mean you are not going to delete your copies? Tisk Tisk Well just in case anyone from RIAA is watching they will be glad to know that I just deleted every CD I have ever sold from my HD...:-) Vis .......
136: RE: Ceteris Paribus (4.31)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2008-11-05, 14:57:18 (97.89.26.88)
I have to agree with the findings as far as COAX being superior to toslink...and where would USB fit on the scale? Vista 32bit[JRiver MC]--->Stereovox XV2 coax--->Lavry DA10--->Acoustic Zen Silver .......
137: RE: linux = the one and true high end? why! (4.31)
Posted by audioAl on 2008-12-09, 02:58:24 (69.150.184.100)
I sent E-Flowers, but He wants to bring it back ALIVE!!! I say go Dynaudio!! I am experimenting with MPD in Ibex. Vista Ultimate 32bit/Diamond XS Dac/ Sterovox coaxial line in to Insignia Amp/Cambridg .......
138: Can ANYONE Answer This: 32bits ----)24bit DAC = Any Benefit? (4.31)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2008-10-08, 14:43:46 (97.89.26.88)
I would really like to know if I upsample to 32bits will it work with my 24bitDAC? Or will any DAC accept 32bits??? Vista 32bit Laptop--->Lavry DA10--->Acoustic Zen Silver RefII--->Aragon 8008BB---> .......
139: Re: can not get s/pdif out to work on my laptop (4.30)
Posted by Presto on 2007-03-30, 21:02:09 (68.148.228.66)
Hey Dynaudio: The simple fact of the matter is that many spdif outputs are limited to either 48khz only, or 48 or 96khz. Many won't do 44.1 or 88.2. Onboard codecs and cheaper soundcards are famous fo .......
140: LOL (4.30)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2008-09-20, 12:55:30 (97.89.26.88)
Thats what MAC does to people....they loose the ability to think and plan for the optimal result. Mac is to PC as Jitterbug cell phones are to cellular. Vista PC--->Transit USB--->Lavry DA10--->Acou .......
141: Re: If you can... (4.29)
Posted by Mike Rubin on 2007-04-12, 16:34:21 (17.193.14.219)
Yashu, I appreciate the information you've provided in response to my many posts as I sort all this PC hi fi stuff out. The Mackies are a bit more than I'd care to spend (and there are some very well- .......
142: RE: Other alternatives..recommendations? (4.29)
Posted by kgiessler on 2007-08-01, 12:35:11 (66.57.249.222)
Have you tried using the DAC1 on another PC to test it out? See if you can borrow a laptop from someone. You'll be able to determine where the problem lies very quickly. Recently got some Dynaudio Act .......
143: Topping Responces (4.29)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2008-11-01, 13:18:25 (97.89.26.88)
You know most of the posts on this board are all about one person trying to top anothers responce. I think I will go on lurk mode and just read for awhile... Vista 32bit[JRiver MC]--->Stereovox XV2 .......
144: That SUCKS (4.29)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2008-09-20, 18:53:18 (97.89.26.88)
RIAA could have an Inquisition of sorts to everyones HD in order to make sure everyone in America has actual CD's to match every song they have on their HD's. Vista PC--->cPlay/jRiver--->Transit USB- .......
145: Noticeable improvement (4.28)
Posted by MichaelV8 on 2011-06-13, 19:15:48 (174.131.164.150)
Not quite as good as the original CDs sound on my two other systems which use either a Sony DVP 9000 or a Rega Saturn, but a listenable improvement to say the least. The Dynaudio BM6a2s and Pass First .......
146: RE: XP vs. Vista (4.28)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2008-10-08, 06:35:12 (97.89.26.88)
Change your toggle to ONLY 2 out instead of 2 in and 2 out. This will increase your bandwidth capabilities. Right now your Transit is reserving an equal amount of bandwidth for incoming signals... V .......
147: Thanks (4.26)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2008-10-23, 18:18:34 (97.89.26.88)
Already upgraded and donated a couple of skins to the cause.... Dynobot and DynoMetal skins are now available at the JRiver web site... Vista 32bit[JRiver MC]--->Stereovox XV2 coax--->Lavry DA10---> .......
148: Good friend.. (4.26)
Posted by Audio Bling on 2008-11-05, 04:51:03 (115.128.5.179)
Some good advice from Dynaudio here; particularly the part about the "search function" being your friend. I recall an excellent post from PRESTO about a month ago where he makes some recommendations r .......
149: RE: What Are you Guys Talking About? (4.26)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2008-10-22, 10:24:46 (97.89.26.88)
I for one am happy with my $1K DAC. For that matter I was even happy with my $250 Behringer 2496DAC... Vista 32bit[JRiver MC[viaKernel Streaming]--->Stereovox XV2 coax--->Lavry DA10--->Acoustic Zen .......
150: RE: Active Monitors -- NHT M00 v. AudioEngine A2/A5 (4.25)
Posted by RERobbins on 2009-02-22, 18:20:57 (24.15.75.157)
I picked up a pair of DynAudio mc 15 monitors and the sub 250. I've spent a modest amount of time this weekend listening to the set up. I could probably live without the sub, but I'm happy that I have .......
151: RE: speak for yourself (4.25)
Posted by goober58 on 2011-07-18, 08:42:23 (70.190.17.55)
"Goob, that's fine if you use M-Audio monitors or other high-end speakers." I'm contemplating $1000-$1500 Dynaudio powered loudspeakers (driven by my Realtec audio system) for my PC audio system and .......
152: You're RIght....BUT... (4.25)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2008-10-12, 13:44:50 (97.89.26.88)
But here is one for about $150 with a unique design that has consumer outs on one side of a "reversible" card and 1/4" balanced on the other. I believe some people here were talking about this card ES .......
153: RMAF....I Wonder If There Is Any EQ'ing Going On (4.23)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2008-10-13, 13:41:44 (97.89.26.88)
Most people probably play their own CD's, I wonder how much they have been Doctored or EQ'd.... It would be interesting to hear some regular RedBook CD's played instead of their own music. Vista 32bi .......
154: Sweet!......I Miss My Big Listening Room....[sad] (4.23)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2008-10-17, 14:28:23 (97.89.26.88)
As you can see in my pics I have everything crowded into one smallish room [for now]. I need to finish my basement so I can have a decent listening space. Vista 32bit Laptop--->Lavry DA10--->Acoustic .......
155: RE: Hopefully, the author will eventually stop wondering why one computer sounds worse than another. (4.23)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2008-11-05, 08:50:30 (97.89.26.88)
I think that when it comes to computer audio many of us have more experience than most reviewers. Vista 32bit[JRiver MC]--->Stereovox XV2 coax--->Lavry DA10--->Acoustic Zen Silver RefII--->Aragon 8 .......
156: RE: New Audio PC (4.23)
Posted by audioAl on 2008-11-28, 02:40:27 (69.148.51.155)
Dynaudio, Vista still fights it, I do msconfig almost every other boot. I'll keep ya updated. Enjoy your build. Cheers! Vista Ultimate 32bit/Diamond XS Dac/ Sterovox coaxial line in to Insignia Amp/Ca .......
157: RE: I've seen it (4.23)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2008-10-08, 14:48:52 (97.89.26.88)
KingDoughNut is my alter ego....go I guess we would have exactly the same problems. I noticed that when I set the latency very high and I use a lot of other programs at get some static building up.... .......
158: Getting to the music....your suggestions. (4.22)
Posted by freaknhell on 2007-06-21, 08:54:53 (199.173.224.32)
I'm currently using some Logitech 5.1's with my computer setup, but will be looking into much better options in the near future. I have a budget of about 2-3K, and with all my research, I feel the bes .......
159: Storing and Playing zipped WAV files (4.20)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2008-10-27, 16:42:30 (97.89.26.88)
Anyone doing this??? May be a good way to save some space and still take advantage of the better sound of wav files. Vista 32bit[JRiver MC]--->Stereovox XV2 coax--->Lavry DA10--->Acoustic Zen Silver .......
160: RE: Dynaudio AIR 12 looks very good! Any idea on cost? (4.20)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2008-01-06, 11:53:56 (97.89.28.78)
Not sure about the cost, but if you look at the line you may not want to settle on the 12's. The AIR line has features that you may or may not want. ADAM loudspeakers are another brand you may be inte .......
161: Dawnrazor and Dynaudio: (4.19)
Posted by Presto on 2007-04-01, 19:43:00 (207.216.246.51)
Hey guys: Don't worry. There are really inexpensive ways to get 44.1 digital out. Apparently, some guys are using the Chaintech AV-710 digital out as it (AFAIK) can pass through 44.1 without resamplin .......
162: RE: XP vs. Vista (4.19)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2008-10-08, 07:54:28 (97.89.26.88)
There is no ASIO upsampler with Transit...I think its pretty much just a gate setting ie it allows X value through, so your actually sampling should match the gate value set in the Transit. Either wa .......
163: Does Apple Use ASIO??? (4.19)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2008-10-31, 09:43:26 (97.89.26.88)
I know many if not all Windows users are using ASIO to bypass K-Mixer or other windows mixing....what do Mac users use? Vista 32bit[JRiver MC]--->Stereovox XV2 coax--->Lavry DA10--->Acoustic Zen Silv .......
164: RE: Something NEW......Linux Audio (4.19)
Posted by audioAl on 2008-11-24, 16:05:41 (67.67.68.174)
Dynaudio: I downloaded Linux Ibex, now Vista wont dual boot so I can go to Linux, what did I do wrong?Alan thanks for any help. Vista Ultimate 32bit/Diamond XS Dac/ Sterovox coaxial line in to Insigni .......
165: ASIO vs. WASAPI (4.17)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2008-10-08, 09:11:19 (97.89.26.88)
Lately I have been using WASAPI instead of ASIO with great success. I would imagine that WASAPI is better for Windows because it is native to the Operating System. The sound is a bit more natural to m .......
166: RE: SSD Drives... (4.16)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2008-10-18, 14:32:19 (97.89.26.88)
If you shut down your PC an boot up a lot and open/close apps often then an SSD is for you....otherwise you probably won't notice any difference, especially playing music. Vista 32bit[JRiver MC]---> .......
167: RE: There are 100's of them still out there. (4.15)
Posted by audioAl on 2009-11-26, 03:03:39 (70.164.236.229)
George an Dynaudio, I moved from Houston recently. I build custom htpc's and most of my leads came from sterophile listeners. Guys who own Esoteric and Music Fidelity, Cambridge, ect. I now live on th .......
168: SssWEET! (4.13)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2008-10-23, 13:21:52 (97.89.26.88)
You did a very good job and have chosen some very good pieces to build your computer. Makes me want to spend some money! Would you mind posting the associated equipment and media player you are using? .......
169: RE: Ceteris Paribus (4.12)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2008-11-05, 17:14:40 (97.89.26.88)
I have a question...for USB DAC's do you have to use ASIO or can you use Kernel streaming? I would imagine that an Asynchronous implementation of USB would be ideal and what gives Wavelength products .......
170: RE: laptop and usb dac questions (4.12)
Posted by audiogremlin on 2007-06-25, 07:16:06 (198.161.238.18)
El Cheapo, thanks for the recommendation. Dynaudio Rules, thanks for posting a useless reply. Seriously, why do you think I posted the questions? If I knew the answers, I would not have asked. If you .......
171: RE: Musiland Monitor 01 US - more mods-$750???? (4.12)
Posted by Thorsten on 2009-12-28, 10:42:11 (219.132.219.63)
Hi, > Like I said before, it takes too much to fix USB. !!?? I did not notice it was broken, outside the pages of a certain magazine anyway... > Something is wrong when it takes so much to make it ri .......
172: desk system for $2K (4.12)
Posted by Maniac on 2012-09-03, 10:42:15 (76.97.234.149)
I use iTunes and spotify out of a macbook pro and will set-up a new desktop system to listen to while working. I listen to tubes/vinyl in my main system but am willing to go all solid state on the des .......
173: RE: Hey guys, question on up-grading to larger tower: (4.12)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2008-09-29, 19:20:52 (97.89.26.88)
Check Zalman for cpu coolers both with and without fans...I have one with a fan that has adjustable speeds. This company NZXT has nice cases with very good fit and finish as well as ergonomics. Vist .......
174: RE: Topping Responces (4.09)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2008-11-04, 07:50:36 (97.89.26.88)
Yeah I see a lot of that on this board. Most of the regulars here are not on speaking terms anymore. I guess that is what happens when you get a room full of know-it-all male egos talking about a subj .......
175: Just Make Sure Your SPIDF out is Optical or Not...My Laptop has Optical (4.09)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2008-10-04, 05:17:26 (97.89.26.88)
My laptop as a mini jack with optical out and my desk top has a mini jack with coax out...both are spdif. Vista 32bit Laptop--->Lavry DA10--->Acoustic Zen Silver RefII--->Aragon 8008BB--->Dynaudio A .......
176: RE: Q on speakers for nearfield/PC audio (4.09)
Posted by audioAl on 2009-01-13, 03:29:50 (69.148.49.62)
Well, Dynaudio is preferred by many. I'll let others chime in as my PC Audio experience is only Mid-Fi, enjoy, Alan Vista Ultimate 32bit/Diamond XS Dac/ Sterovox coaxial line in to Insignia Amp/Cambri .......
177: Anyone using active monitors w/ their computer setup? (4.09)
Posted by freaknhell on 2007-05-25, 13:14:55 (72.198.84.82)
Any of you guys using active monitors with your computer setup? I'm thinking about going with the Benchmark USB DAC1 straight to some active monitors, possibly Dynaudio's. That would be a very simple .......
178: Vista driver (4.08)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2008-10-08, 09:07:48 (97.89.26.88)
It might be a little tricky as its not a straight install. But it works fine... Although lately I dont use ASIO at all....I use WASAPI instead Vista 32bit Laptop--->Lavry DA10--->Acoustic Zen Silver R .......
179: RE: Synergistic Research USB Cable (4.08)
Posted by Mercman on 2008-02-17, 10:23:53 (68.6.165.139)
Dynaudio Rules, I'm a little surprised at your response. Have you heard this cable? You own AudioQuest stuff. Hey, you can get a great deal on interconnects and speaker cables at Target. I remember w .......
180: RE: Pinging Old_Listener (4.08)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2008-10-14, 12:23:28 (97.89.26.88)
I would like to think I had something to do with WASAPI being in jRiver in the first place, so I sure will continue to lobby for it...via my alter ego KingD... Vista 32bit Laptop--->Lavry DA10--->Aco .......
181: RE: Other alternatives..recommendations? (4.08)
Posted by freaknhell on 2007-08-01, 08:37:16 (199.173.226.235)
Thanks for the information Mr. Rankin! I shared your same feelings initially, but didn't want to come on here and flame Benchmark, in light of my limited knowledge of things. My problem now is I have .......
182: Any Player Can Be A MEMORY Player (4.06)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2008-10-02, 05:40:47 (97.89.26.88)
Make yourself a RAMDrive and send your music to RAM [copy and paste] In any player do file open and select the files to play Done...Music is now being played from RAM. Vista 32bit Laptop--->Lavry DA .......
183: RE: "felt" (4.06)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2008-10-22, 10:01:44 (97.89.26.88)
Not only a special USB cable but a reclocker to get rid of the jitter... Also, Bill are you going ASIO out with jRiver? If so have you tried Kernel Streaming? Vista 32bit[JRiver MC[viaKernel Streamin .......
184: Thanks! (4.05)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2008-10-27, 07:12:12 (97.89.26.88)
You know, I was thinking the same thing [about using a pendrive] you really dont need a whole lot of GB to run an OS. Great way to enjoy any benefits from a SS based OS without spending unnecessary ca .......
185: Far Enough (4.03)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2008-11-06, 08:10:22 (97.89.26.88)
Based on what I have read here you may have more flexibility with a PC vs. a Mac in terms of tweak ability, so it may boil down to how comfortable you are making minor changes to your OS. It appears t .......
186: RE: Ripping / playback software for Mac (4.03)
Posted by saywhat on 2008-07-14, 18:48:55 (76.93.122.26)
Hi, I just recently went to the dark side and purchased an iMAC. After researching different audio interfaces I went with an Apogee Duet. Also got a pair of Sennheiser HD650 headphones. I have been im .......
187: RE: What are the dynamic differences between active monitors and loudspeakers? (4.02)
Posted by freaknhell on 2007-07-09, 15:04:15 (199.173.226.236)
Thanks for the link! I've looked at those and at some Dynaudio's and Mackies. The only thing that's holding me back is I'm reading things that make me think active monitors are only for studio/recordi .......
188: Because it's not the same subject. :o) (4.02)
Posted by Presto on 2007-01-05, 10:23:13 (207.216.246.51)
Dynaudio: You are running stereo (2 channels), requiring one USB DAC. I want to run THREE IDENTICAL PCI or USB solutions SIMULTANEOUSLY for a total of 3 stereo pairs (six channels) for DSP/Active tri- .......
189: RE: Important question about CPU temperature (4.01)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2008-10-17, 07:54:32 (97.89.26.88)
You could always bye a fanless CPU heatsink. You could also download a program that would tell you the temp of your cpu and use that information to see if it is operating within safe limits. Check Ma .......
190: typically, yes (4.00)
Posted by PaulN on 2013-09-03, 11:02:07 (67.185.131.79)
As I am at my desk in my home office almost all day and usually stream Somafm Sonic Universe or Groove Salad, two stations that usually do not distract me from thinking clearly. However, since I put t .......
191: Is This LEGAL???? (3.99)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2008-09-20, 16:47:10 (97.89.26.88)
Is it legal for me to loan someone a box full of CD's or even trade say 100 CD's with someone? Also is it legal to rip CD's loaned from a public library??? If it is, then what is stopping a bunch of p .......
192: RE: New to Linux, whats the best media player, please? (3.99)
Posted by aljordan on 2009-12-09, 13:34:39 (74.69.242.210)
Hi, There are a number of very good native Linux players. Xmms is similar to Winamp. I think Aqualung sounds good. MPD sounds good but is more difficult to configure. A search of this forum will give .......
193: RE: Hey Al... (3.98)
Posted by audioAl on 2009-12-18, 02:12:20 (70.164.237.224)
Thanks Dynaudio, I can't guarantee my build if I remove the fans from a power supply. I am no expert on these audio rigs by cics. I am a competent builder. I am a certified tech since 1985. I build In .......
194: RE: Power Supply - options with Dynaudio MC-15? (3.97)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2007-06-10, 06:45:53 (66.110.197.20)
Hey Al, I dont know...I built a PC for the same purpose awhile ago...but I ended up going with a lap top [battery power]. The PC I built has a SOYO motherboard, Pent 4HT 3.2G, 4G Ram and a VIA Vinyl E .......
195: RE: "felt" (3.97)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2008-10-20, 10:11:00 (97.89.26.88)
Now THAT would be interesting... I would love for someone to actually do a side by side listening test of a SSD vs. a regular HD For audio speed really makes no difference esp. boot speed. Vista 32bi .......
196: RE: OMG! (3.97)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2008-11-08, 05:25:06 (97.89.26.88)
I can believe that, in my experience ferrites sound worse too. I just Ummmmmm, spilled some coffee on myself so I typed OMG, coffee gives me the JITTERS. I'm finding more and more things are giving m .......
197: Re: How to make a COPY of ORIGINAL CD on PC to sound "AS GOOD"? (3.97)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2006-01-24, 08:35:22 (136.2.1.153)
Just read the posts already in the forum and you will get all your answers.....do a search for a word or string of words and tons of posts will come up related to your topic. BTW...bit for bit copying .......
198: RE: Microsoft Windows Vista (3.97)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2008-10-17, 17:01:49 (97.89.26.88)
Whats your "Windows Experience Rating"???? You can't over tweak a computer unless you do so much tweaking that it no longer works. Usually upgrades have a worse experience that fresh installs of Vista .......
199: RE: Has anyone compared the different Monsoon speaker sets? (3.96)
Posted by fsatsil on 2010-05-26, 11:02:14 (71.167.137.251)
I dont have any experience with the Monsoon speakers, but i do believe they have been out of business for some time. Im also trying to put together a nice sounding system for use on the computer desk. .......
200: RE: I know I should search (3.95)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2008-09-28, 20:12:43 (97.89.26.88)
I would guess that it does work with 64bit Vista....I think he has 2 versions with are geared towards processors dual core or not. So OS should not make a difference. I have tried both XXHE and cPlay .......
Found 127 records in Critic's Corner.
1: What kind of conclusion is this? (8.19)
Posted by Bill the K on 2010-04-20, 09:31:00 (61.17.32.156)
I was reading Stereophile's RJR's review of Dynaudio X12 bookshelf speaker.He compares it with Monitor Audio Silver RS6 and finds that the RS6 has more extended upper frequencies and much better exten .......
2: Calling our audiophile experts: Dynaudio DVD ???? (8.19)
Posted by Henry5 on 2005-03-13, 15:31:21 (70.80.86.182)
May be one of you can help me identify what music is used in the promotional Dynaudio DVD "a portrait..factory visit" (clips available on their US website). I only recognize the Nutcracker and I am ve .......
3: Interestingly, Dynaudio have gone back to using IIR filters (7.90)
Posted by Dave_K on 2017-09-27, 12:04:52 (76.19.16.124)
Dynaudio released updated firmware for the Focus XD speakers. The new firmware changes the crossover to use IIR filters which are roughly comparable to their passive crossovers. Owners seem to think t .......
4: RE: Wonderful October issue (7.64)
Posted by John Atkinson on 2014-09-26, 15:40:55 (173.77.13.113)
>Kudos to JA for the splendid issue. Thank you, Bill. >Only wish RJR had compared the Dynaudio X14 with the same price KEF LS50. I plan on comparing the KEF with the Revel M106 in the January issue; .......
5: I can see why JA is so frustrated... (7.40)
Posted by jamesgarvin on 2010-04-20, 09:51:57 (74.215.224.21)
when people misrepresent what is actually written as the foundation for their critism. What RJR really wrote was that the Monitor Audio's midrange was NEARLY identical to the Dynaudio, that the Monito .......
6: Dynaudio? Did you mean Confidence? (6.17)
Posted by John Atkinson on 2004-05-31, 08:48:27 (216.192.82.7)
> In the past when I have compared my quasi-anechoic measurements > with those taken at the NRC, there has been good agreement, other > than the "2pi" bosts in the bass in mine, which I do > explain i .......
7: Dynaudio Confidence C1 n.t. (5.90)
Posted by CSF on 2008-10-04, 22:28:29 (58.168.10.144)
n.t. .......
8: RE: Go DIY! (5.87)
Posted by mark.korda@myfairpoint.net on 2017-02-17, 08:09:58 (67.253.54.149)
Hi Hifi Tommy, Thanks for being kind. I appreciate this. I'm sorry for opening up such a ruckus but; Aerial's site on the computer does not mention the drivers makers only size and features. With a .......
9: RE: How I borrowed an AP test set for the weekend from an industry friend without really trying, by MF (5.85)
Posted by veikko on 2014-02-17, 06:24:51 (66.249.80.58)
I must disappoint you! I use Classe' Audio DR3 power amps, 2 of them, usually bridged, pure class A, stable to 0.1 ohm, Dynaudio speakers, SME analog source. All bought 2nd hand, at the fraction of th .......
10: RE: Dynaudio Focus 360 Review (5.79)
Posted by Freo-1 on 2016-10-10, 10:03:51 (65.96.137.241)
NT .......
11: Another case of measurements not backing what the ear hears ? (5.75)
Posted by Pinkus on 2007-08-29, 07:15:20 (155.201.35.50)
With respect to the Dynaudio Esotar2 tweeters ? .......
12: Dynaudio C1 or C4? nt (5.53)
Posted by tomer on 2008-10-02, 22:00:37 (217.132.185.238)
...tomer .......
13: Two more examples of the upward move (5.49)
Posted by Cpk on 2008-12-02, 15:13:05 (70.44.15.97)
the Dynaudio C4 had the restricted A to full range A bump and the Simaudio moon Lp5.3 went from C to B.... .......
14: RE: I think only objectivists hold him in that high a regard... (5.37)
Posted by caspian@peak.org on 2009-09-11, 08:22:13 (66.178.144.28)
And don't forget Dynaudio, which has championed first order crossovers for many years. I suspect that Thiel, Vandersteen, and the Dynaudio engineers all regard themselves as "objectivists" when in de .......
15: Exemplary Review Standard (5.34)
Posted by House13 on 2017-01-25, 07:13:24 (99.123.181.13)
That latest Magico S5 MKII review by Marten Colloms in HiFi Critic is how all reviews should be written. Very thorough with more comprehensive and detailed measurements than are given in Stereophile w .......
16: RE: I wondered why the Dynaudio C1 WAS in full range?? (5.33)
Posted by CSF on 2008-10-02, 21:58:49 (58.168.10.144)
Didn't seem to make 20Hz either in the lab or WP's room. Cheers, Craig. .......
17: RE: My response to JA (5.32)
Posted by John Atkinson on 2009-07-18, 13:50:50 (71.190.28.120)
>Wes Phillips came pretty close to comparing the (implied) value of an >Usher Tiny Dancer with the Dynaudio C1 in his review of the former. He >didn't have to do that and I imagine it made Dynaudio, a .......
18: Question re: Sallie Reynold's $3K speaker survey from 2005/6 (5.29)
Posted by bondmanp on 2007-07-23, 11:37:36 (199.67.140.153)
I know this is ancient history for this board, but (try not to laugh), I am just now catching up on my hifi rag reading, and have completed TAS through February of 2006. I read with much interest Sall .......
19: Hello MR. Atkinson (5.12)
Posted by tomer on 2004-08-03, 22:52:12 (217.132.241.187)
I think you shuod have two more class in the Recommended Components. For example speakers: AAA: Wilson Audio Alexandria X2/Grand Slamm III, Focal Grand Utopia Be, Martin Logan Statement, Dynaudio Evid .......
20: RE: My response to JA (5.11)
Posted by jimdgoulding@yahoo.com on 2009-07-18, 11:59:39 (74.193.6.25)
Good to see a meeting of the minds end harmoniously. There is truth to what you say. Also, there is truth to what JA says. JA couldn't take your question head on. Well, he could have if tact hadn't es .......
21: I remember the Stereophile review... (5.08)
Posted by Eldragon on 2004-08-23, 16:49:53 (66.119.34.39)
...but not the reviewer, who demonstrated succesfuly distorting and "bottoming" out the Dynaudio 3.3. with some ungodly powerful amp. On the end of the torturing it he proclaimed something like this " .......
22: I have found that ... (5.04)
Posted by Bromo33333 on 2013-10-28, 12:55:32 (173.225.52.226)
... paired with Dynaudio's excite line seemed to be a good pairing. Forward but non-harsh sounding. I have heard a Rega system and it was warm and soft sounding by comparison. .......
23: RE: Dynaudio Focus 360 Review (5.04)
Posted by Jeffrey Lee on 2016-10-10, 08:54:56 (74.202.99.106)
The Critic's Corner is not where reviews are posted. They are posted in the forum appropriate to the gear, which in this case would be the Speaker forum. .......
24: I guess, it doesn't matter (4.99)
Posted by Eldragon on 2006-02-02, 12:59:59 (68.222.64.138)
I found inside Dynaudio 3.3 ($7,000) x-over made of parts that couldn't have cost more than $5. Total! And what's up with these watt/puppy "clone" design? .......
25: Selling Old Speaker Tech (4.91)
Posted by mark.korda@myfairpoint.net on 2022-02-05, 11:19:50 (72.224.232.198)
Hi, I just got the new Stereophile,March 22.Besides a multitude of 3 woofer tower speakers I've noticed in the issue a lot of Hifi technology has re-surfaced being an official old bastard now, 65. T .......
26: Re: re: ....anechoic not= non-anechoic statement (4.79)
Posted by Dave Kingsland on 2005-03-11, 10:00:13 (199.46.198.231)
Just to set the record straight, you don't need an anechoic chamber to make speaker measurements. An anechoic chamber does offer certain advantages, like a lack of noise from external sources and the .......
27: RE: Audiophiles wont be satisfied (4.65)
Posted by Old Listener on 2011-09-28, 17:14:57 (66.234.193.96)
> I was not happy with the sound of most of them. Your opinion. > I have found that at the minimum, an audiophile would need > Dynaudio Excite X12, ATC SCM 11 or Linn Majik 109. So you feel entitled .......
28: RE: How to interpret JA's measurements (4.57)
Posted by caspian@peak.org on 2010-09-13, 11:20:34 (69.59.200.72)
As I recall, a few different Dynaudio models (both big and small ones) showed near "clinically perfect" on-axis response, combined with a smooth power response and generally excellent other measuremen .......
29: These are not exceptions! (4.53)
Posted by KlausR. on 2008-01-31, 04:45:57 (145.64.134.223)
When I look at Klein+Hummel, they have 2 nearfield, 2 midfield/main monitors, Genelec have 5 nearfield, 6 main monitors, Dynaudio have 7 nearfield, 9 midfield/main monitors. You're not up to date! Kla .......
30: makes sense, and no apologies necessary (4.48)
Posted by trav on 2011-03-01, 07:26:52 (204.246.127.94)
Long posts are great when written coherently. What you say makes sense. I like my Dynaudio mini-monitors better overall, but my old Snell Type E/II do some things the Dyn's can't, so I keep them aroun .......
31: Apples vs. oranges (4.42)
Posted by Dave_K on 2019-09-30, 10:52:38 (199.46.188.16)
It seems fruitless to compare nearly complete systems with components of systems. System matching is of high importance with passive loudspeakers. If you're looking for passives, you probably already .......
32: RE: Just read Stephen Mejias' January column ... (4.41)
Posted by fantja on 2012-12-15, 13:16:38 (68.207.132.92)
The monitor / mini-monitor segment of our wonderful hobby is really taking off and getting better with each passing year, IMO. I am not a 'monitor' guy by fanfare. Last week, I did however, enjoy a de .......
33: NAD D 3020 class rating (4.28)
Posted by Ralph NLD on 2013-10-22, 09:30:26 (83.81.228.185)
Based on the review of the D 3020 in Stereophile this month, I guess it's a recommended component indeed. I'm missing some reference/comparison to other offerings. What's the class rating for the NAD .......
34: A very reasonable analysis (4.27)
Posted by Sordidman on 2014-01-15, 14:56:08 (108.169.2.66)
and not too disagree with what's there, - I believe that there are at least a couple of factors at play... one of which is the scarcity of the high quality parts that make up these top-end, statement .......
35: Wonderful October issue (4.25)
Posted by Bill the K on 2014-09-26, 06:08:48 (111.92.104.159)
At last my Oct issue of Stereophile arrived. So many pages of my favorite recommended components and solid articles and in depth reviews by the regular gang. I read most of it, even an 'analogical' ca .......
36: RE: And the winner in terms of 'most stars' in that shoot-out is..... (4.22)
Posted by bjh on 2014-06-06, 18:29:04 (184.146.160.196)
Hmmm...? the basic character of any ATC I ever heard is more in the Dynaudio camp (ballsy/gutsy, dynamic) than the Monitor Audio camp (tilted toward high detail, thin sounding). You can likely tell my .......
37: Not fair... (4.18)
Posted by E-Stat on 2020-06-04, 11:32:56 (206.255.201.68)
...because the vast majority of active speakers on the market do locate the electronics within the loudspeaker. confusing the issue with facts! The aforementioned Dutch and Dutch model has the amps .......
38: The future exists already (4.11)
Posted by KlausR. on 2005-08-23, 06:42:58 (83.84.177.139)
As far as I know digital mixing consoles are SOTA. You then put it onto a digital carrier, that carrier into a player, connect the player digitally to my POS (plain odd SOTA) speakers, and there you a .......
39: RE: Clarification (4.11)
Posted by John Atkinson on 2007-08-29, 04:56:39 (4.237.92.170)
>Your tests ARE reproducible, but only in a rough fashion. Please accept >my apologies for my exaggerations I made when making my point to the >other poster. No apology necessary, Charlie. Your point .......
40: RE: Audiophiles wont be satisfied (4.05)
Posted by John Atkinson on 2011-09-28, 16:19:52 (173.52.248.173)
>I have found that at the minimum, an audiophile would need Dynaudio Excite >X12, ATC SCM 11 or Linn Majik 109. When the Greek philosopher Protagoras wrote that "man is the measure of all things," Bi .......
41: He often explores the state of the art (3.97)
Posted by Alex F. on 2004-11-11, 13:16:46 (12.78.48.85)
For quite some time Cordesman's reference system has been the following: a VPI TNT/HW Jr.II turntable system with a Koetsu Onyx phono cartridge (among others); a modified PS Audio Lambda CD transport .......
42: RE: I think that Stereophile's coverage of affordable equipment is in good faith, and meaningful (3.95)
Posted by middleground on 2015-02-25, 05:50:03 (174.88.255.83)
Curious about the Dynaudios, I found this on line: "CONS: Fatiguing high end. Understated midrange. Pillowy bass reproduction. No gain pot on Compact mkIII. Remote cable is unreasonably short. Short w .......
43: Especially true for tube gear (3.93)
Posted by Freo-1 on 2024-03-24, 17:10:45 (107.145.111.207)
Given the relative simplicity, some great results can be obtained making DIY tube preamps/power amps. Higher quality parts, more tube options are just two examples. There are tried and true solutions .......
44: Well.. (3.91)
Posted by DKL on 2010-11-06, 20:47:14 (70.121.40.114)
I'm not going to bother researching this, but after 20 years of subscribing to Stereophile I can tell you that advertisements do not directly lead to guaranteed inclusion in the stratospheric Class A/ .......
45: RE: Glue (3.87)
Posted by mark.korda@myfairpoint.net on 2017-08-12, 16:44:05 (67.253.54.149)
Five and Kent, thanks for conversing. One thing that comes to mind is the Dynaco-A-25 speaker.Even though the company has gone and come back a few times there were over 900,000 pairs made. With that .......
46: Do you consider 10% distortion to be inaudible? (long) (3.83)
Posted by Dave_K on 2022-01-07, 13:18:24 (73.126.226.6)
I'll start with this: That's a THD plot for the Dynaudio C1, which is a highly regarded and very well reviewed two-way standmounted loudspeaker that I've heard on many occasions and I own their large .......
47: RE: TAS .... is anybody home? (3.76)
Posted by RGA on 2012-04-10, 20:51:50 (42.98.211.27)
As a reviewer and it's likely true for the majority we choose stuff we like to review - since we're going to live with it for a couple months if not more we want to listen to something enjoyable. So t .......
48: I would like to know more.... (3.75)
Posted by Bill the K on 2010-10-23, 06:53:11 (61.17.222.163)
about the designers of the speakers that we like.I am surprised there is nt much mention of these great guys who undergo trials and tribulations to get the voicing right in a constant fight against th .......
49: Re: A valid and good point indeed. (3.74)
Posted by J-PMatt@Comcast.Net on 2004-09-01, 17:52:10 (68.45.84.86)
"I have found that some companies (eg Dynaudio) are eager to talk about their component tolerances, while others (eg Musical Fidelity) refuse to discuss anything 'under the hood'. Guess who I would be .......
50: RE: That review is kind of a joke (3.73)
Posted by RGA on 2015-12-24, 12:33:25 (216.84.57.185)
And that's fine but remember Art bought the speakers. Peter van Wellenswaard who write for Stereophile bought them and Wes Philips who wrote for Stereophile and owned technical wonders from Dynaudio c .......
51: The Superb April issue (3.71)
Posted by Bill the K on 2010-04-16, 04:36:49 (61.11.125.92)
I have to post this.The more I read the April issue of Stereophile,the more I like it.The whole Team Stereophile is in great form.Very comprehensive reviews,test results,followups,manufacturers' comme .......
52: RE: Thanks -- I enjoyed your post (3.69)
Posted by jimdgoulding@yahoo.com on 2009-05-20, 16:24:22 (75.108.177.224)
I feel ya, mate, enjoy watching and playing the sport about which you are so very passionate. Safina is getting very good. And if Kusnetsova could just keep her level of play up. There is a teenage la .......
53: Re: Sorry about that......... (3.66)
Posted by theaudiohobby on 2004-09-07, 17:52:02 (217.43.8.213)
Hello ahendler, you said " It has been common practise in studios to do final mixes on a pair of cheap speakers (we use to use 3" auritones) to make sure that the recording would sound good if not bes .......
54: Klein + Hummel (3.66)
Posted by KlausR. on 2005-03-16, 21:35:51 (83.84.178.102)
K+H do that in their top model. The drivers are placed first with respect to achieve optimum radiation pattern, which results in the acoustic centres of the drivers not being in the same vertical pl .......
55: A valid and good point indeed. (3.66)
Posted by Arvind Kohli on 2004-09-01, 09:44:23 (207.140.66.1)
Deming's methods and Japanese manufacturing principles rely on 'reduction of variation' as the basis for quality control and cost-saving. It stands to reason that approaching the quality and cost-effe .......
56: The horror, the horror.... (3.61)
Posted by Tacoleg on 2014-09-16, 20:28:15 (24.193.114.204)
Glad Stereophile improved the graphics of the list, and that they brought on Herb Richter, getting rid nerd-cheapo-top4- longwinded Mejias, these are all good moves, but Totally recycled last springs .......
57: Re: re: ....anechoic not= non-anechoic statement (3.60)
Posted by Hairy Jerry on 2005-03-11, 06:34:28 (69.8.137.203)
Quasi means "resembling." Quasi-anechoic means resembling (but not actually) anechoic. If what Atkinson does is something better than anechoic, why not call it that, or the Atkinson Speaker Measuremen .......
58: RE: Am I missing something here? (3.57)
Posted by Sprezza Tura on 2013-01-08, 22:21:02 (67.213.218.74)
You are missing a lot. As a matter of fact you have your eyes closed. There has NEVER been a better time to be an entry level/budget audiophile. Forget TAS. They are pathetic. Check out this week's Ro .......
59: RE: "A lot"??? (3.54)
Posted by John Atkinson on 2013-08-06, 19:03:31 (173.52.249.81)
>IIRC, JA has measured more than 500 loudspeakers (the total could be much >higher today). It's now approaching 800. >Offhand, the only loudspeaker I can recall his saying that he loved, and >that is .......
60: Those Kaya S12 are not overpriced when compared to alternatives (3.53)
Posted by Dave_K on 2022-03-18, 07:03:28 (73.126.226.6)
The stands are an obvious profit maker, and the speaker just doesn't look right without them. But I was pleasantly surprised when I found out these were "only" $6500. They're cheaper than many other h .......
61: You may be idly speculating on the low side..... (3.53)
Posted by viridian on 2017-02-12, 14:04:04 (24.21.163.226)
Dynaudio Esotar or Scanspeak Revelator tweeters alone have a retail price that exceeds $1,000 per pair. The 5 and 6" drivers are pretty spendy as well. Crossovers may cost quite a bit of money in SOTA .......
62: RE: Full rage (3.48)
Posted by rick_m on 2012-08-25, 17:42:39 (96.25.74.167)
"Small driver long throw types such as those from Dynaudio sound thick and sluggish (good bass but smears the midband) " You know, I think you've just made a very good point, one I really hadn't consi .......
63: Sorry guys: I was talking about outside the audio mags (3.48)
Posted by Sordidman on 2015-12-07, 11:19:36 (108.169.2.66)
and into the mainstream... Crazy numbers of Cookie cutter parts are forcing high quality parts, (worse, hand built parts), into obscurity. This drives up the prices of these parts. The price of Duelan .......
64: I disagree with this premise and IMO it is an excuse... (3.44)
Posted by RGA on 2010-05-26, 16:37:31 (99.199.138.89)
Stereo equipment is designed to work in rooms. First: The rooms at CES and the Show are typical rooms that would be the size shape and quality of "typical" consumers - worse than some better than som .......
65: Re: Measurements/Subjective Reviews (3.41)
Posted by theaudiohobby on 2004-05-29, 17:00:55 (81.153.219.29)
Jim, I thank that you raised this topic, because the objective reviews in the Stereophile are becoming a source of angst for me after a couple of incidents that have occurred in recently. Firstly, for .......
66: Thanks! (Looking forward to a review of KEF LS50 Wireless) (3.40)
Posted by Brian H P on 2017-09-20, 12:58:53 (69.59.200.72)
Looking at KEF's site, I see they have now applied DSP-based time alignment to their powered version of the LS50: "With LS50 Wireless' advanced time correcting DSP crossover and the unique sound dispe .......
67: RE: Buy the Spendor S9es and be done with it. (3.38)
Posted by John Atkinson on 2008-03-03, 15:50:54 (96.224.182.99)
>Now that my memory has been refreshed, I recommended the $2995 Spendor S8e >in my columns about a system for a music teacher. The larger S9e was then >$4995 and is now $5199. The S8e is a very good s .......
68: XLF debate shock (3.37)
Posted by DeccaDevotee on 2014-03-31, 21:11:01 (136.153.18.102)
I was doing some research on flat frequency response speakers in bass which were full range Anyway, I was looking at dynaudio evidence which had been compared unfavourably in a TAS review with XLF by .......
69: RE: On China, review disclosures, and environmentalism... (3.34)
Posted by Bruce from DC on 2009-03-27, 12:01:15 (207.91.86.2)
Where would you have this irrelevant (to the magazines' purpose, anyway) investigation end? What about subassemblies? For example, I read here and there that various loudspeaker manufacturers use cabi .......
70: RE: The horror, the horror.... (3.30)
Posted by John Atkinson on 2014-09-17, 04:52:33 (173.77.13.113)
>Totally recycled last springs top components list... Around 25% of the October listing is new. >didn't even add some of the reviewed items in the issue that got glowing >reviews like the Dynaudio Ex .......
71: Most gear owned is NOT reviewed (3.27)
Posted by Jim Tavegia on 2005-08-29, 08:56:50 (68.215.174.203)
The only two things I own that have been reviewed that I know of is my Rega P3 and the Echo Indigo sound card in my Dell Laptop from a Stereophile review. I would bet that if you are looking for valid .......
72: I think much equipment "break-in" IS psychological (3.17)
Posted by caspian@peak.org on 2011-02-21, 19:12:40 (66.178.144.145)
Not entirely, of course. I've measured woofers whose Fs dropped by as much as 6Hz only after 20-30 hours of heavy running. The suspension of a phono cartridge probably limbers up the same way. And I'v .......
73: I'm laughing pretty hard at Bose (3.15)
Posted by rod@rodclark.com on 2004-12-06, 11:38:40 (67.110.250.226)
I was at a local highend dealers shop. They sell Dynaudio, and SimAudio Moon, Sunfire, and a few others. They had a Bose system setup in their large listening room. I blurted out "Jeez, I didn't know .......
74: RE: Smooth frequency response and a well-controlled HF rolloff . . . (3.15)
Posted by hahax@verizon.net on 2023-02-11, 21:02:51 (173.54.62.4)
Wish it were so. I've rarely seen drivers without ringing that roll off where you want them. It's mainly the amount of ringing and how high ib frequency they ring. I will admit the Dynaco A25 driver s .......
75: Audiophiles wont be satisfied (3.13)
Posted by Bill the K on 2011-09-28, 09:55:25 (111.92.66.89)
I have been travelling and had the opportunity to visit many friends and their audio retailer friends. Being a speaker nut, I listened to several speakers, mostly bookshelf. Conditions were not ideal, .......
76: Questions for JA on the "sound" of truly "time-aligned" speakers with perfect step response (3.09)
Posted by Brian H P on 2017-09-19, 11:12:51 (69.59.200.72)
Hi John: Over the years you have tested several speakers which displayed a near-perfect right-triangle step response on the design axis. Most of the older ones (Vandersteen, Dunlavy, Thiel, Meadowlark .......
77: RE: The reasons why measurements aren't done... (3.06)
Posted by Doug Schneider on 2019-11-30, 17:21:50 (174.114.101.42)
>>>there are other measurements that those publications don't do that the engineers at speaker companies or amplifier companies are doing (and keeping as trade secrets). I've traveled to more audio co .......
78: Here is a small sampling (3.06)
Posted by jamesgarvin on 2008-03-04, 08:24:01 (74.215.224.21)
Joseph Audio RM25XL, Gershman Sonogram, Von Schweikert VR4JR (before the recent price increase) and VR2, Hyperion 938, Revel F32, Definitive Tech Mythos, Legacy Audio Classic, Martin Logan Ascent, Aco .......
79: RE: How are the products to be reviewed selected? (3.03)
Posted by RGA on 2012-02-15, 22:06:42 (218.188.39.39)
I actually made the point that I am tired of readingthe mainstream stuff - the likes of B&W/Bryston. This is pretty much sold in every major city in North America. If you live in the sticks fine but i .......
80: Audio CDs packaged with Stereophile? (2.99)
Posted by junk2sa@yahoo.com on 2004-09-22, 08:39:07 (65.244.163.53)
I got the latest issue of Stereophile with the Dynaudio DVD... I thought that was cool. I would love it if Stereophile packaged a CD sampler with one of their magazine.. It would make sense to packa .......
81: Dynaudio Focus 360 Review (2.97)
Posted by Freo-1 on 2016-10-08, 11:49:41 (65.96.137.241)
The following is a review of the Dynaudio Focus 360 speakers. The Focus 360 speakers are a three-way, full range dynamic configuration. The following are the speaker's specifications: Bandwidth: 31 Hz .......
82: Wasn't that bad... (2.94)
Posted by bjh on 2007-09-30, 14:56:41 (64.231.78.130)
other than having a barely concealed negative bias against the manufacturer, e.g. "I am not going to regurgitate their verbage [sic]", plus hints of a tendency to childish outburst when things aren't .......
83: RE: Our local dealer dropped Wilson (2.93)
Posted by RGA on 2010-10-02, 11:06:33 (207.216.59.47)
These issues with dealers are not always "the truth" when it comes to dropping a line. I first heard the Wilson Sophia 1 at a dealer on Broadway in Vancouver in a dedicated room with professional set- .......
84: RE: Well you didn't miss much, IMHO...I heard them three times there.... (2.92)
Posted by RGA on 2012-08-25, 05:03:15 (42.98.7.64)
The problem with $27k for those speakers is their lack of frequency range - My AN J in my house sounded much better than those -granted show conditions but you're going to walk away from those standmo .......
85: RE: Agree re: Sealed boxes and large woofers (2.89)
Posted by Dr.Phil on 2008-11-10, 08:37:35 (76.123.8.180)
Hi John, I would agree a sealed box is the way to go. I use Dynaudio Confidence 5 that is a sealed design. I purchased them in 2002 they were made for me and shipped overseas to me. The newer confide .......
86: I apologize for the inaccuracies in my original post....... (2.89)
Posted by lenw on 2007-11-27, 13:17:42 (65.34.46.159)
and I do not mean to sound negative or patronizing. Today I reread two columns in the December 2007 issue of Stereophile (Vandersteen Quatro Wood, Wes Phillips, pg. 88 and Sonus Faber Cremona Elipsa, .......
87: Two responses to that (2.77)
Posted by John Marks on 2007-10-02, 13:07:13 (72.82.18.59)
(1) I don't read People magazine, but from seeing it in medical offices I think I am probably not off in estimating that there are at least 50 movies a year that People recommends its readers consider .......
88: Re: With which source material and componentry (2.69)
Posted by Chris on 2004-06-12, 07:55:41 (69.134.5.254)
Well, for speakers, I have B&W CDM-9nt, some 2-way Dynaudio DIY monitors, and Magnepan MG12s (I like to swap from time to time). They are wired with 18gauge high quality magnet wires. Interconnects ar .......
89: RE: You might read his post before rebutting him (2.68)
Posted by Rob Doorack on 2011-09-18, 10:25:26 (71.234.55.217)
>>let's say CD players, integrated amplifiers, bookshelf loudspeakers between $1000 and $2500. Or floorstanding loudspeakers between $2,000 and $4,000 The original poster's premise that the magazine r .......
90: Speakers are easy, barriers to entry nearly non-existent (2.60)
Posted by John Marks on 2006-04-19, 10:36:25 (72.82.4.38)
If you want to start a loudspeaker company, it is quite easy. There are dozens of books and web sites with plans. Or, hire a semi-competent engineer to ghost-design for you. Let's make this real-world .......
91: RE: The reasons why measurements aren't done... (2.56)
Posted by RGA on 2019-12-06, 16:59:41 (1.36.19.129)
I accidentally deleted a reply to you. "As for the story of some store owner who doesn't like the speakers he sells is a straw-man argument" The word you need here is anecdotal not a straw-man. His e .......
92: RE: The Mayfly (2.55)
Posted by mark.korda@myfairpoint.net on 2022-02-21, 16:27:45 (72.224.232.198)
Hi Krav, Thanks for sending that. I don't know how that review got by me. I have the issue somewhere.Unlike the MayFly, when I built several co-ax systems I used modeling clay, the kind that never ha .......
93: Measurements and Listening (2.50)
Posted by hexenboden on 2006-05-08, 18:58:43 (68.174.168.241)
I was recently reminded by another post, of John Atkinson's assertion a while back --something along the lines of how surprised he is to very frequently find a lack of correlation between measurements .......
94: Nuffin' like a BIG PSU neiver! maaaaate! ;-) (2.49)
Posted by Timbo in Oz on 2007-06-14, 16:49:16 (203.129.48.68)
and SETs have to have them as a given - being pure A, and then you go bigger still to kill ripple and noise, and etc etc. KQVYETT and Slam. YOU CAN easily do this to PP valve amps, too, of course. Ap .......
95: JA1 and JA2: self-powered speakers as emerging new product category? (2.46)
Posted by Brian H P on 2019-09-25, 14:40:19 (63.155.0.3)
Possibly worthy of their own section of "recommended components" once you've reviewed a few more models? Stereophile reviews of models from Bang & Olafsun, Dutch & Dutch, Vanatoo, KEF, KII, Devialet, .......
96: RE: Your ignorance is showing. (2.35)
Posted by RGA on 2011-05-31, 09:00:25 (207.216.51.161)
I said most of the speakers you listed - do the math - more than half the speakers you listed are a pat design. Yes you heard a couple of omni-directionals and old electrostatics. Not much in the way .......
97: AHC's Current Equipment (2.34)
Posted by Metralla on 2004-11-11, 21:30:20 (216.195.228.160)
Reference System Van den Hul Black Beauty Sumiko Celebration Koetsu Onyx VPI TNT table with HW Jr II arm Pioneer Elite DVD-47A SACD/DVD player PS Audio Lambda CD transport (modified) Mark Levinson 3 .......
98: Long-established, engineering-based manufacturer vs. small hobbyist-gone-to-the-dark-side upstart (2.30)
Posted by Brian H P on 2020-12-08, 13:31:08 (63.155.5.20)
KEF has a long, history of innovation, research, and development, and the facilities, resources, and knowledge to design just about any frequency curve they would want into their speakers. What they w .......
99: I am not avoiding the question (2.29)
Posted by unclestu52 on 2006-05-16, 11:48:25 (63.16.86.220)
unless you are requesting that I create a standard. I have no such power or influence. I do what I can, but I don't have a column from which to preach. It would seem logical that you undertake such a .......
100: I think that Stereophile's coverage of affordable equipment is in good faith, and meaningful (2.24)
Posted by John Marks on 2015-02-24, 15:31:22 (100.40.104.113)
Yes, of course, Stereophile does cover expensive items. But it seems that that is the only thing discussed in threads such as these. I come from a working-class background and I have never stopped cov .......
101: Re: I'd NEVER want a High Efficiency speaker fan to review any low or moderate efficiency speakers (2.21)
Posted by RGA on 2006-05-28, 09:09:35 (59.7.195.158)
Richard but you are starting off in another tangent area. Firstly I prefer higher efficiency low powered SETs. That is obvious from simply looking at what I own. That does not mean I'm one of the peop .......
102: a couple more . . . (2.17)
Posted by Pjay on 2008-04-07, 10:54:25 (192.254.30.2)
Now that I am awake and sober. . . The Dynaudio room was having some serious bass issues. I love Dynaudios in general and have rarely heard a bad or even mediocre presentation of any of them. These ne .......
103: Re: Musical and others tastes (2.10)
Posted by morricab on 2005-11-17, 01:36:12 (196.3.50.254)
I am sorry to say this but you seem to me to be a narrowminded individual Klaus and that explains why you have difficulty seeing beyond the measurements or even reading deeply into them. It also expla .......
104: Re: \\\What you do is is connect that up to the Audio Note OTO run it through AN speakers///.................. (2.03)
Posted by RGA on 2006-02-04, 17:34:20 (207.81.84.149)
I just mention as a way to determine accuracy to the instrument in room. I have several friends who are in bands and play music in their house. I was in band many moons ago playing err trying badly to .......
105: OK! (2.00)
Posted by John Marks on 2010-02-13, 12:53:27 (71.161.228.155)
I have already said somewhere else that the amp deal looks over the line, contrasting it with the reasonable cost a friend paid to have an EAD CDP updated. I am not defending the amps, but I also note .......
106: RE: The reasons why measurements aren't done... (1.95)
Posted by RGA on 2019-12-02, 17:17:20 (115.160.152.66)
I don't think it's particularly difficult for a massive speaker manufacturer like B&W to tool up and make Paradigm Persona 9s or KEF Blades. Nor for those companies to make 800D speakers. If there are .......
107: The Dog Ate My Review Sample? (1.89)
Posted by John Marks on 2006-02-04, 07:18:10 (71.161.231.78)
That's priceless. A distributor claims to have bought back a customer unit, and then sent this second-hand unit out for review in the largest audio publication in North America, without checking it ou .......
108: RE: Are Audiophiles Warming Up to Active Speakers? (1.83)
Posted by RGA on 2020-06-05, 04:50:28 (1.36.24.122)
It's still going to come down to taste and what you are going for. I have heard active speakers from ATC, PMC, Genelec, Dynaudio and Wharfedale off the top of my head and I haven't cared for any of th .......
109: RE: I don't much care what speakers dealers own, either. (1.82)
Posted by RGA on 2011-05-30, 20:46:35 (207.216.51.161)
For someone who was in this hobby before I was born that isn't a very varied list of speakers. A lot of them come from the same manufacturers - a lot of them come from the exact same school of speaker .......
110: RE: Yes, if it's a "bad" speaker, it's not going to get reviewed (1.82)
Posted by RGA on 2010-11-11, 19:23:54 (207.216.59.47)
Yes the stance that a reviewer already likes a product before he/she reviews it is held by many publications but I suspect that is the general attempt and not always the case as several magazines have .......
111: I see, sorry about my mistake (1.77)
Posted by John Marks on 2005-06-25, 10:55:33 (70.109.199.104)
Ah. Well, the only procedures I am familiar with involve quoting reviews in print ads. TAS always stated that "Not __one__ word" of a TAS review could be quoted without permission, and, at one time, a .......
112: RE: Using your logic... (1.69)
Posted by RGA on 2011-07-07, 16:19:23 (207.216.62.50)
You don't buy a system to emulate a live rock band - however your system should on a smaller scale be able to emulate the goal of the RE and Musicians which in the case of a rock band will sound like .......
113: I don't much care what speakers dealers own, either. (1.66)
Posted by Pat D on 2011-05-29, 19:31:48 (99.251.236.4)
Why should I? I'm the one who will have to listen through the speakers that I buy, not them. Most dealers try to sell what they carry, anyway. I have been looking at speaker measurements in various pu .......
114: RE: Uhhh... OK, fair points - but what does that have to do with OP, and review in question? (1.61)
Posted by RGA on 2011-11-26, 06:56:22 (112.119.180.32)
To be fair I have only heard Coincident once under show conditions (CES 2010) - but the lack of integration of drivers was noticeable - they cost a lot - and I am not really a fan of hearing drivers d .......
115: RE: Reviewer(s) Average Age ??? (1.44)
Posted by RGA on 2011-10-21, 21:59:53 (42.98.12.26)
You fail to note that the reviewer at Stereophile BOUGHT the AN E speakers. The second reviewer who writes for them that owns them. And please show me a good measurement of a Magnepan in room response .......
116: RE: That's ridiculous! (1.40)
Posted by RGA on 2012-07-04, 20:00:01 (218.188.39.33)
That's not entirely the case and why people need to read their results and commentary carefully. The Sugden is a SET and always wins their tests. It's SS SET but SET nevertheless. The Audio Note OTO S .......
117: RE: Will JA changing the measurements... (1.39)
Posted by RGA on 2013-02-16, 19:15:07 (119.237.2.151)
Audio is the exception. Simply because I don't chuck out personal listening experience for what I see on the graph. Surely as an audio consumer I am like anyone else who makes a purchase. I was on the .......
118: RE: A local high end dealer told me...- (1.38)
Posted by RGA on 2022-03-09, 23:07:53 (1.36.2.22)
My dealer was Soundhounds in Victoria and Terry ran the shop for 45 years until he died a few years ago (they are still operating). They went to the audio shows always seeking new brands to carry. Som .......
119: RE: That 1.7 review is nonsense (1.29)
Posted by RGA on 2012-03-20, 01:24:03 (218.188.39.51)
No I have higher standards than they do that's why. I am not exactly sure how any of those so called reviewers could possibly rave about them at CES when 1) they had 10 minute demos and 2) they contro .......
120: RE: In other words (1.27)
Posted by RGA on 2011-10-04, 22:58:58 (1.36.73.206)
It is true that I have only heard Sanders under show conditions - but they're the SAME show conditions that everyone else has to deal with so it's not like it wasn't an even playing field. Everyone is .......
121: RE: Depends on if you classify equipment according to performance (1.18)
Posted by morricab on 2007-10-05, 08:49:15 (196.3.50.254)
"Anyway a reviewer may use a different set of evaluation criteria for a stereo SS amp" Why would they do this? You need to have an established set of criteria for what you think, as the reviewer, cons .......
122: RE: Is this the article? (1.17)
Posted by RGA on 2012-06-05, 00:42:00 (218.188.39.39)
High End is a term that makes little sense. The fact are pretty simple. A review magazine gets in 10 speakers and they MEASURE and review 10 speakers. 3 speakers win the "measurements are king" camp a .......
123: RE: Reviewer(s) Average Age ??? (1.17)
Posted by RGA on 2011-10-28, 22:53:24 (42.98.12.26)
"If you put on an orchestral recording, the speakers should disappear and the walls at the front of your room should melt away to reveal the vastness of a concert hall. The effect should be breathtaki .......
124: RE: Well, certainly (1.14)
Posted by RGA on 2012-09-13, 22:50:48 (218.188.39.51)
I am one of the few reviewers on here that spouts off on what I don't like. I defend what I just said about system matching in the sense that you want to hear the product in its best light - and how t .......
125: This is long - get a bottle of wine and put on some tunes... (1.10)
Posted by RGA on 2011-10-21, 23:09:48 (42.98.12.26)
I would ask you to consider my age - 37 and relative inexperience compered to a number of veteran reviewers. With that in mind - I would ask you to consider that I like many audiophiles would go out .......
126: Here are a few to chew on. (1.05)
Posted by Scott F. on 2005-10-19, 20:52:21 (64.157.32.1)
After reading the A5 announcement, their ideas are a very good place to start. Although my article was a little tongue and cheek, I did bring up a few ideas that are worth considering (I feel). 1) The .......
127: I auditioned the 1.7 today and here were my findings... Very long... (1.03)
Posted by RGA on 2010-12-30, 23:18:02 (66.183.65.100)
I get that people like panels - we have at least two guys on our staff that absolutely love panels. That in itself doesn't mean much. At least in part. They're not wrong but neither am I. But I can sh .......
Found 200 records in Digital Drive.
1: Dynaudio Gemini (9.37)
Posted by Response34 on 2003-06-14, 07:05:22 (205.188.208.9)
Greetings, I noticed you are running the Dynaudio Gemini. I used to custom build these speakers, cabinets, x-overs, etc., for customers before Dynaudio put a stop to their raw drivers. I truly miss .......
2: CD player recs for Dynaudio Audience 72 (9.37)
Posted by Rocket #9 on 2003-03-20, 00:45:08 (203.146.223.83)
Hi, all, My first post here. I have Dynaudio Audience 72 speakers and a Rotel RA971 integrated amp. My CD player isn't worth mentioning. Can anyone give me some good recommendations for a CD player un .......
3: Dynaudio C2 which pre/power amp and cdp? (7.43)
Posted by meny on 2004-06-18, 23:16:15 (212.235.77.167)
I purchased Dynaudio C2 speakers (sen' 88dB, imp' 4 Ohm). My budget for amp and cdp is $14,000 (new). What do you think about combination of Aesthetix Calypso, Music Reference RM-200 or GamuT D-200II .......
4: IT's your amp...! (7.24)
Posted by tony s on 2002-09-10, 08:19:12 (165.250.91.75)
A good friend of mine made the same move (only he wnet to the Meridian 508.24), and found the Meridian to be far less in your face but lacking nothing and gaining soundstage. (We setup my 506.20 prior .......
5: RE: Do we still need pre-amps? (7.19)
Posted by Theron D on 2012-06-25, 20:58:05 (98.218.222.27)
In my case No... Oppo BD83 going through a Placette Passive Pre amp into some Dynaudio BM5a powered monitors sounds great! No pre amp necessary. I also use it to attenuate my phono channel which is a .......
6: "Dynaudio Special Twenty-Five" anniversary model (7.18)
Posted by David K on 2002-08-23, 22:56:53 (62.0.165.7)
An e-mail that i got from my importer 2 days ago. Dear Friends, "The highlight of our 25 years anniversary celebration this year is the "Dynaudio Special Twenty-Five" anniversary model. The Product .......
7: Re: Dynaudio Contour 1.8's Toe-in or straight ahead? (7.13)
Posted by bstan on 2000-12-15, 14:35:52 (38.223.177.209)
Kai, Can you explain a little more about what you mean by "cut the picture in half"? Do you mean they don't produce a good center image? or they don't throw a good wide soundstage? I'm just not clear .......
8: CDP recommendations to match Simaudio I-7 in the (6.96)
Posted by givemevinyl on 2009-04-28, 16:44:49 (67.165.177.90)
$1500-$3000 (used) range. I listen to 60% acoustic-based music (americana, jazz, vocal, chamber) and 40% modern/alt rock. Speakers are Vienna Acoustics Beethoven, which lean slightly to the warm side .......
9: EMC1 MKII in a lower level system (6.96)
Posted by chordeater on 2002-08-06, 15:09:29 (62.36.144.40)
I own a Rotel RCD-971, Densen Beat B-100 MkII and Dynaudio Audience 50. My room is only 18 m2 and my listen volume level moderate. I love the sound of the Densen-Dynaudio so, is it a mistake to buy a .......
10: Re: Chord CPM 3300 integrated amp.- good upgrade ? (6.95)
Posted by Michel on 2001-11-07, 10:29:31 (217.2.58.3)
I had a look to the spec of the your Dynaudio, the CPM3300 should drive them very easily. My dealer told me that he recently listen to the big Dynaudio (the reference temptation) in combination with l .......
11: Naim CDi (6.94)
Posted by Matt_Tyrrell@geologist.com on 2000-10-23, 04:49:22 (161.73.11.4)
I am building up a system and have so far bought a Naim CDi. I intend to use Audio Innovations First Audio valve mono's (2A3 PP) but do'nt know the best way to convert from the 5-pin din of the Naim t .......
12: Recommended Sources for Dynaudio/Simaudio system? (6.56)
Posted by bocephus on 2006-10-13, 06:38:07 (71.145.182.21)
I searched through the archives here, and despite the number of people that recommend the Dynaudio/Simaudio as a synergistic combo, I couldn't find any recommendations on which sources people have fou .......
13: Re: Definitive CD-Player (6.39)
Posted by Yves on 2000-06-28, 07:18:25 (205.188.199.151)
* I don't have the opportunity to listen to these CD-Player, here, in Houston. * My system is not relevant : components will change in the futur. Today, I am using : Acom GFP-565 pre-amp, Rane AC-22 c .......
14: Well, I have to ask, what amp did you get? (6.01)
Posted by morricab on 2006-11-06, 15:32:40 (84.72.42.80)
And are you still using the dynaudio speakers you had some time ago? .......
15: Will a better Interconnect improve the sound from DVD Player(CD playback) (5.86)
Posted by binoymehra on 2003-11-17, 09:04:19 (203.197.29.40)
Right now I am driving my Dynaudio Audience with a NAD C320BEE . My source is a budget Sony DVD player (NS-305). I am quite satisfied with this budget combination , may be due to exceptionally good Dy .......
16: Re: up grading is it really worth it!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! (5.77)
Posted by mr-malcontent on 2004-07-23, 19:20:33 (81.174.173.86)
Lol! I see you have the dynaudio 42's are they as good as everybody says? .......
17: Re: Well, I have to ask, what amp did you get? (5.75)
Posted by beppe61 on 2006-11-07, 00:03:35 (194.185.74.117)
Hello Mr Morricab, in the end I purchased two little but nice sounding old british monos Albarry M408 that I had the opportunity to try with my speakers, that are still Dynaudio Recital 3 ways. Afte .......
18: Dynaudio Contour 1.8's Toe-in or straight ahead? (5.64)
Posted by jaybar on 2000-12-14, 20:45:54 (160.79.102.115)
What is best? They are 31" from side wall as measured from center of speaker. Thanks. .......
19: Do you consider (5.64)
Posted by Michael F on 2005-04-26, 18:15:33 (67.68.250.235)
a Nova cdp crummy and Dynaudio Contour speakers as ratty? What then, would be worthy? MF .......
20: Re: A different response. (5.64)
Posted by Ken Lyon on 2000-07-14, 00:19:23 (63.10.231.4)
It was the Dynaudio's & not the fault of the Rega. I also felt that the Planet portrayed rhythm better than the Linn, tho both are pacey. .......
21: Re: Recommended Sources for Dynaudio/Simaudio system? (5.58)
Posted by johnnybravo on 2006-10-13, 19:58:45 (72.178.239.5)
audio note or musical fidelity tube dac .......
22: Re: YBA + Dynaudio (5.53)
Posted by cpdunn99 on 2003-02-12, 11:10:37 (205.243.145.123)
My Plinius is 175w, which is one reason my previous integrated amp (NAD) didn't sound like it had enough "oomph." .......
23: YBA + Dynaudio (5.48)
Posted by cpdunn99 on 2003-02-11, 08:35:45 (205.243.145.123)
I will do what I can to listen to one or both. I have been under-whelmed with the Puccini (and other AA products). Yes, I think the Farellas and other Cabasse would mate well with tubes, given that th .......
24: Perpetual Technologies Mod P-3A -- Empirical Audio DAC Processors (5.38)
Posted by Christophe35 on 2003-06-14, 15:22:23 (62.147.97.119)
Hi, I have also dynaudio, what modification did you make to these speakers ? Thanks for any information, Christophe .......
25: Nah I Want Something Different (5.38)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2009-01-17, 15:36:07 (66.188.68.67)
Its bad enough that both systems are Dynaudio based [well not bad actually...:-)] but I am looking for a different flavor of goodness. Something NOS... Karma Means Never Having To Say You're Sorry .......
26: Meridian 506.20 Vs Classe CDP .5 Vs Arcam CD82 with Plinius + Dynaudio combo (5.38)
Posted by Plinius_Fan on 2007-05-30, 21:53:13 (196.15.16.20)
Hi all, I am stuck between these two CDPs. I am getting a deal on both of these but have none to audition. I will be using them with a Plinius 8100 and Dynaudio Audience 52SE. Need your suggestions ba .......
27: Mark Levinson 390S vs Accuphase DP-67 (5.36)
Posted by amir57bs@yahoo.com on 2005-02-05, 05:33:01 (62.220.96.227)
which is your recommend to direct to krell 2250 power amp with dynaudio speakers? .......
28: Re: Bon Jovi- "Slippery When Wet" (5.33)
Posted by Erik (at) H. on 2004-12-02, 13:43:02 (195.121.22.205)
I experienced the same until I upgraded my speakers to Dynaudio Contour 1.3 SE. Since then I like to spin this record (which I planned to sell) actually. .......
29: Recommendations for CD Player (5.17)
Posted by nickwh on 2003-10-09, 11:46:31 (146.184.0.71)
Can someone recommend a CD player under $1000 that is a good synergistic match for a Plinius/Dynaudio combo? Thanks. .......
30: Re: Dynaudio Contour 1.8's Toe-in or straight ahead? (5.16)
Posted by Kai on 2000-12-15, 14:07:33 (212.197.139.179)
31" from side wall, but how much inbetween and to back wall ? try to get as much distance as you can ! then toe-in slightly. I think dynaudios otherwise tend to cut the picture in two ! .......
31: Sure but Only 2ch (5.06)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2008-09-29, 08:33:39 (97.89.26.88)
no surround sound...if that matters Vista PC--->cPlay/jRiver--->Transit USB--->Lavry DA10--->Acoustic Zen Silver RefII--->Dynaudio BM 6AMkII Karma Means Never Having To Say You're Sorry ::: TOPIC:: .......
32: Now That Seems Like A Valid Reason....Having Correct Pitch...nt (5.05)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2008-10-02, 20:31:07 (97.89.26.88)
. Vista 32bit Laptop--->Lavry DA10--->Acoustic Zen Silver RefII--->Aragon 8008BB--->Dynaudio Audience 82 Karma Means Never Having To Say You're Sorry .......
33: You'll have to trust your own ears... (5.05)
Posted by hoxuanduc on 2002-05-10, 23:05:55 (208.32.174.66)
I auditioned the Krell Kav300cd vs the Rotel 991. The Krell was not as musical as the Rotel. The system consisted of Krell KAV300iL and Dynaudio 1.3MkII. .......
34: RE: question for digital design experts, characteristic impedance of digital inputs (5.03)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2010-05-01, 10:09:47 (97.89.27.103)
I hijacked the picture from Dynaudio, hope you don't mind. Thats funny I don't seem to have THAT pic..... .......
35: RE: (strong)REVIEW: Neko Audio D100 DAC Processors(/strong) (5.03)
Posted by Dawnrazor on 2009-12-30, 20:10:51 (24.7.103.234)
Come on Dynaudio, Most of the music is in the mids. Call me cynical, but isnt the lack of bass and treble an old trick to musical sound?? .......
36: Re: Audio Research CD3 (5.01)
Posted by MNEM on 2004-11-16, 01:07:33 (204.231.238.1)
John, fair comment. My system is very different: Accuphase DP67, balanced I/Cs to Krell 300il, B&W Signature 805s (just changed to Dynaudio Confidence C1s). As long as we're both satisfied - if that's .......
37: I use a software controlled Dynamic Range Controller (expander/gate) (5.01)
Posted by nightdoggy on 2007-06-21, 19:16:25 (69.87.202.72)
the latest thinking in state of the art expansion. Very natural sounding, although using it has a learning curve. It is a TC Electronics (Dynaudio) C300. Love it. doggy .......
38: accuphase vs mark levinson (5.01)
Posted by amir on 2005-01-21, 22:35:06 (62.220.96.232)
Accuphase DP-55v vs Mark levinson 390S? can you compare them to me? my amp is krell 300il with dynaudio audience 82. .......
39: "kind of distant and recessed" (4.94)
Posted by Metralla on 2006-12-31, 21:30:01 (24.219.30.221)
That doesn't sound like the Dynaudio 1.3SE at all, and it would be hard to blame the Plinius. Certainly, if you can audition the Apollo without a commitment, it would help shed some light on the situa .......
40: Link II > Classe CDP .3 worthwhile? (4.94)
Posted by Michael F on 2002-10-06, 13:49:56 (64.228.244.63)
Hi all, I came across a dealer demo @ $1500.00 CDN. Would there be a significant improvement over the MSB? Amp is Classe 151 and speakers Dynaudio Contour 1.8. Thanks, M.F. .......
41: Re: Linn Unidisk player (4.93)
Posted by stillWater on 2003-07-18, 08:52:00 (68.32.217.163)
I heard it at sounds like music in Scottsdale. Also listened to the Ikemi on a different system just before that. It sounded nice enough though nothing screamed at me you've got to buy this. The SACD .......
42: Years of use Effect on CD player (4.89)
Posted by binoymehra on 2004-09-03, 10:38:57 (202.88.178.66)
I am getting a second hand Rotel 965 BX (must have been used 5-6 years)at around 140$. How is the reputation of this player and will it of any value after so many years of Use.I Intend to use with Reg .......
43: RE: Meridian 506.20 Vs Classe CDP .5 Vs Arcam CD82 with Plinius + Dynaudio combo (4.88)
Posted by Wlutke on 2007-05-31, 07:34:33 (132.239.195.205)
I can't speak for the 506.20 but I do still have an original 506. Slow but refined. Does not offend, does not excite. Yawn. .......
44: Ayre CX7 or Linn Ikemi ? (4.88)
Posted by Francisco on 2003-10-23, 23:14:26 (61.66.7.166)
Hello,guys This new cd player will replace my Rotel RCD-971. Any recommendation will be appreciated. My equip. Ayre K-1x & V-1x, Dynaudio S5.4 Regards, Francisco. .......
45: NAD C542 vs Marantz SA7001 (4.83)
Posted by Hifisound on 2008-03-17, 02:27:39 (72.163.216.217)
Posting for my friend... Anybody compared the two ? He plans to buy NAD C355BEE or Marantz PM7001 respectively based on CD player choice. He has Dynaudio 72s. Thanks, Hifisound .......
46: Re: Cary 303 (4.83)
Posted by Pragman on 2001-08-20, 13:59:33 (152.160.61.131)
Sounds like it is exactly what I need. Thanks for the info and advice, you can see my system in the inmate systems section but here are the main items--probably sounds very similar to yours Rouge 99-- .......
47: cdplayer choice (4.82)
Posted by amir57bs@yahoo.com on 2004-04-30, 05:44:09 (213.217.58.4)
Meridian 507, Cyrus CD8, Marantz CD17 MKII KI, Creek CD5, roksan Caspian MKII, NAD S500. which is best choice for krell amp and dynaudio speaker? .......
48: CDP Recommendation (4.82)
Posted by Marduk on 2007-05-29, 18:58:52 (165.21.155.110)
I am looking for a CD player and cables to match my Primare A30.1 integrated amplifier and Dynaudio Audience 52SE. I am considering the Ayre CX-7e, Copland and Primare CD31. Is there anyone who has a .......
49: on a different subject... (4.82)
Posted by dnnaudio on 2006-05-15, 21:10:36 (202.87.240.34)
AP, if you don't mind could you extrapolate the character of the CD101 and the DP57 in the context of a Plinius 9200 integrated and Dynaudio Confidence C1 speaker? This Dyn reportedly (have not heard .......
50: Re: Simaudio Moon Eclipse CD Player: Any reviews/comments anywhere? (nt) (4.82)
Posted by James on 2000-05-17, 06:26:49 (199.217.210.85)
I have never heard a better player than the Eclipse on regular CD's, and the P5/W5/Eclipse combo is stunning (after break in). I use Dynaudio 3.0 speakers. I could not ask for more music than this sys .......
51: A different response. (4.76)
Posted by John K on 2000-07-13, 17:22:09 (216.163.125.109)
I heard the Genki in an all Linn system and thought it had terrific PRAT and a very engaging sound. Next to it was an Rega system with Dynaudio speakers: Nice big sound, but didn't have the PRAT of th .......
52: Re: Chord CPM 3300 integrated amp.- good upgrade ? (4.76)
Posted by MikeF on 2001-11-07, 05:00:27 (62.189.82.226)
Hi Michel, thank you for your contribution. To answer your question : I have Dynaudio Contour mkt.1.8; these are floorstanding ones, pretty neutral, but with very good bass extension. They are connect .......
53: Wadia 27xi & Accuphase DC-330 (4.76)
Posted by amir57bs@yahoo.com on 2006-04-16, 00:42:32 (87.236.197.182)
Hi i don't except you tell me solution but any information from you will help me for choosing my DAC. for this system : Sony Transport krell FPB-400cx Power dynaudio contour S5.4 what's your idea abou .......
54: RE: DAC decision paralysis...please help. (4.68)
Posted by Ian Mackenzie on 2013-12-24, 11:58:05 (71.194.131.249)
Funny, my first real hi-end system was Krell/Dynaudio. I went with ben Canot DAC and it arrives today. Just could never compromise my system by removing the LFD amp and relacing it with something so.. .......
55: Which DAC would be good match for my system? (4.63)
Posted by blueshirt on 2001-01-24, 16:47:25 (24.185.35.167)
I am using the Jolida 1501 Hybrid Amp with Dynaudio 50's. The cd player is a Sony 200disc CX90ES I was considering the MSB Link III but would I be better off wiht lets say CAL Sigma since that has tub .......
56: Anyone listened to the Theta Gen VIII DAC/Preamp? (4.59)
Posted by tomer on 2004-10-30, 13:30:30 (217.132.156.10)
Can the Theta Compli play SACD with the Gen VIII? The rest of my gear is: Speakers- Dynaudio Evidence Temptation. Power- Krell Fpb 400cx. Transport- didn't buy yet. Thanks, Tomer .......
57: eith ApConfirmed with distributor ,no ground on Apollo or Saturn models (4.59)
Posted by Audiopath49 on 2007-05-23, 12:40:27 (24.71.191.46)
Apparently grounding can cause it's own problems so Rega has skipped it.Someone earlier said 400 hours break in.That seems inordinately long for a mechanical/electrical device.I can see it with certai .......
58: How Necessary IS A ReClocker (4.56)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2008-09-29, 08:12:20 (97.89.26.88)
I have read about how reclocking usually gives good results...BUT are these cases usually those who actually have a good amount of jitter or is the general statement true that everyone who uses a DAC .......
59: NaimCD5x vs Linn Ikemi (4.56)
Posted by cracky on 2004-11-18, 01:38:48 (210.50.25.142)
Hi all, I have the chance to purchase a new Linn Ikemi for the same price as a new Naim CD5x . The dealer had the Linn for a customer but was the wrong color. Can not hear both but my gut feeling is t .......
60: Re: How to reduce output voltage of Arcam FMJ ? (4.54)
Posted by saywhat on 2003-01-02, 18:19:45 (68.5.26.118)
How much gain does the pre amp have? I am just wondering if there is mismatch. I am using a Placette passive with my CD23 and it drives a Bryston 4BSST and Dynaudio Confidence 5s no problem, with no l .......
61: Re: You might think about an Adcom GCD 750 - yeah, I know, (4.53)
Posted by Belgarch on 2002-11-12, 20:33:14 (24.233.46.9)
Thanks for this recommendation. I am not sure the Adcom GCD-750 would be good for me : - My speakers (self-made, Focal + Dynaudio) are on the bright side; - I really didn't like the DAC Adcom GDA-700. .......
62: Hmm.. (4.52)
Posted by Michael F on 2005-04-26, 18:10:45 (67.68.250.235)
I beg to differ. One cant classify a Simaudio Nova front end and Dynaudio Contour speakers as bright. Put Bryston in the equation and a headache is not far away. Not the case at all with the Krell. I .......
63: Alpha 9 vs.Exposure original (4.51)
Posted by The Fish on 2005-02-21, 12:26:52 (81.156.150.197)
Hi, I own a 9, have the opportunity to buy an Exposure CD player (their original). My 'front-end' is vinyl, and I believe the Exposure will give me a sound more akin to vinyl than the Alpha; anyone an .......
64: I’m not sure if I’m much help to you… (4.45)
Posted by kootenay on 2008-01-01, 16:24:58 (70.72.71.224)
I have heard the Ayre CX-7e together with the Ayre MXR monoblocks, Ayre K-1x pre-Amp that drove the Dynaudio Confidence C-4 speakers. It sounded very relax and well balanced to my ears with no hint of .......
65: Re: Has anyone read the review on the Classe CDP10 in Stereophile? (4.45)
Posted by herb's go-karts on 2003-08-21, 07:18:35 (216.13.94.2)
Two of my buddies whose ears I trust auditioned the CDP-10 versus Arcam FMJ CD33. Dealer's set-up was with FMJ A32 integrated and Nautilus 805s. Anyway, they said the difference between the two was im .......
66: RE: PS Audio NuWave vs Wyred4Sound DAC2 - Pictures & Initial Impressions (4.42)
Posted by Theron D on 2012-12-02, 15:38:41 (98.218.222.27)
great review and pics. I have a PS Audio DLIII and love it connected to some Dynaudio BM5A. Wish the NuWave would have had volume control I would have jumped all over it. I control volume within iTune .......
67: I know I'm ignorant, but.... (4.42)
Posted by Chris Garrett on 2000-03-22, 19:27:43 (205.188.198.188)
I did look up my gear. Some of my components were listed: Dynaudio Contour 3.0s, a Kuzma table (not the Stabi) and a couple were listed in the "K" category: the Lyra Lydian Beta, Transfig. Spirit and .......
68: Cable to use with meridian 508.24? (4.42)
Posted by georgemg on 2004-01-09, 16:35:25 (200.217.20.237)
I use one meridian 508.24 with one pre bat vk5i, the power is mccormack dna dlx and speakers are dynaudio contour 1.8 mk2 . I would like to know wich interconecter cable I should use with meridian 508 .......
69: I cannot reach the decision: Cary 303/200 Vs Acram FMJ 23T (4.41)
Posted by Ocean on 2002-04-03, 01:08:19 (203.198.24.5)
I have listened to both of them. Honestly, they are all good CDPs. The major different is the DAC parts of them. Testing with my favourite classic and jazz, they both give an excellent performance. I .......
70: Re: Yikes. (4.41)
Posted by tubers on 2005-11-09, 02:58:16 (84.233.182.1)
I listened to all-Naim electronics (CDP, pre-amp and amp) with Dynaudio speakers in a local hi-fi shop and was very impressed with the sound. Then I borrowed a CDX player, brought it home and did not .......
71: Some additional related comments... (4.41)
Posted by Guth on 2002-07-07, 20:28:00 (66.25.194.18)
My system includes an Arcam integrated amp and Dynaudio speakers (with soft dome tweeters). For the sake of reference, in my system the Rega Jupiter sounded "warm". I ended up with the Arcam FJM CD23T .......
72: Thanks. I have a few follow-up questions. (4.38)
Posted by ROJ on 2004-04-14, 10:34:23 (67.171.32.49)
Thanks everyone for your advice. I think I will give the Toshiba a try. Do you have any recommendations for power cords? I have never modified any piece of equipment. How risky are the modifications d .......
73: Marantz cd6000ose vs Cambridge audio 640c (4.36)
Posted by hertz on 2005-08-22, 01:53:15 (202.122.16.22)
Which one would you choose ? Music taste: Jazz, Blues, classic rock like Pink Floyd, dire straits, Steely Dan, hugo masakela, some classical, female jazz artists like Diana krall. Amp: Nad separates S .......
74: Will Unico match with Dynaudio (4.34)
Posted by Santino on 2003-06-16, 22:40:21 (203.127.198.194)
I am contemplating on getting an Unico Hybrid integrated to partner with my Heart CD5000 (tube cd player) and drive my current Audience 42 speakers (I have plans to upgrade to contour 1.1 though). Has .......
75: Re: what opamp did you settle on? (4.32)
Posted by Ph3 on 2004-04-17, 03:16:03 (203.59.180.144)
I use AD 825 with brown dog adapter and haven't bypass the caps coz I like the sound.... Compare to the stock 541 i, now it feels more airy, with crisp sound, airy high and deep but tight low... The a .......
76: Re: looking for a new CDP (4.32)
Posted by Frank on 2005-04-25, 15:45:05 (24.187.24.151)
I would say the brightness is most likely coming from the Krell/dynaudio combination. The Krell is known to be very bright on the top end. You might want to trade the Krell for a warmer sounding amp l .......
77: CDP under $ 1000 (4.30)
Posted by murtaza on 2001-06-26, 11:19:39 (206.28.136.13)
Hi, Need to buy a new CD player to replace my dead Marantz CD67SE. My budget is around $ 1000. My actual gear: Rotel RC 972 Pre Amp Rotel RB 981 power Amp Dynaudio audience 70 speakers Transparent the .......
78: RE: Meridian 506.20 Vs Classe CDP .5 Vs Arcam CD82 with Plinius + Dynaudio combo (4.29)
Posted by Rojoh on 2007-05-31, 06:56:47 (81.167.175.206)
Have owned and used the 506.20 and Arcam CD72/73/92. Liked them both. I regard Arcam as a bit dryer, faster and fresher than the 506.20. If you need a smooth, warm and gentle midrange, the Meridian mi .......
79: Moderate price CD options? (4.28)
Posted by FrankF on 2010-06-13, 18:30:01 (71.185.208.191)
My Cal Audio Labs DX-1 CD player, now 15 years old, is showing some erratic behavior, and I may need to replace. I'm thinking of something from NAD or Cambridge in $500-600 range. Also could plug in a .......
80: Re: Audio Note DAC 1.1 kit to be discontinued? (4.27)
Posted by karlk on 2003-02-14, 17:34:05 (66.131.58.184)
Hi, I guess that explains the constant "under construction" sign that is up at the North American site. Sounds like another Dynaudio situation, where all DIY guys will be left out in the cold one day .......
81: RE: why does a DAC need a volume control (4.26)
Posted by Theron D on 2013-04-03, 20:59:11 (98.218.223.86)
Wish the PS Audio DLIII or Nuwave had a volume control...like their phono GCPH did....I have powered monitors (Dynaudio BM5A) and they sound wonderful with the PS Audio DAC connected directly via XLR. .......
82: Re: dealers (4.25)
Posted by GoodEars on 2002-02-07, 13:12:29 (152.163.213.58)
Yes, Vu Pham's shop is the one I was referring to. He is very kind and helpful. He now has JMLab speakers(awesome to me, especitally Micro Utopia and Electra series). I didn't even see any Thiel--wo .......
83: cd player for dynuadio/creek system (4.25)
Posted by Michael21 on 2004-06-05, 17:26:20 (24.5.99.159)
Looking for a cd player (hopefully around $800 and under) to match up to my current system, which includes a creek 4330se amp and dynaudio audience 42's. my short list so far is: music hall cd25 arcam .......
84: #1 of my list! (4.24)
Posted by Scrith on 2008-11-04, 11:54:05 (67.151.201.82)
This DAC is on a very short list of components I'm looking forward to trying in my computer audio setup (currently a Benchmark DAC1 USB, Jeff Rowland monoblocks, and Dynaudio Confidence speakers). I'v .......
85: Re: Thinking about switching from changer to single disc.. (4.22)
Posted by bstan on 2000-12-27, 08:25:10 (209.209.14.179)
I got a Parasound CD1500 CD changer for Xmas to replace a Yamaha 765 changer (analog out with digital volume control). I was quite surpised at the increased detail the Parasound CD provided. I'm also .......
86: Re: San Francisco mod 3950 (4.17)
Posted by Garthman on 2004-04-04, 00:33:38 (67.101.126.60)
Hey this is not fair. I also have a great house, great taste in music, great wife, great food, and nobody from this forum has come over to help me do any of my asylum mods. What kind of asylum is this .......
87: Re: Sphinx Project 32 (4.16)
Posted by JDL-N on 2002-12-31, 09:26:10 (80.14.123.78)
Hello RKL, French audiophile market is not very developped and it is difficult to compare a lot of CDP. Audio Aero Capitol and Audiomeca Mephisto players, made in France and which are famous on AudioA .......
88: Cd player from $800 - $1200 (4.16)
Posted by Mandorod on 2003-03-07, 15:09:28 (205.188.208.104)
I was wondering if anyone out there in cyberspace can offer some recommendations for CD players in the $800 - $1200 range. I listen mostly to Jazz, Bluegrass, Blues, and Folk. Most of my music is acou .......
89: Re: Meridian 588 CDP....... (4.16)
Posted by vash on 2001-07-20, 10:18:03 (202.64.186.159)
Thanks to U all. In agree all of your opinion. But do U think that Meridian is a bit emphasis on musical of sound quality while Goldmund emphasis on high resolution and high class picture ? As I am us .......
90: Arcam CD-33T, Classé CDP-10 or Myryad MCD 600? (4.14)
Posted by Peter on 2003-07-10, 13:01:21 (213.89.143.163)
Arcam CD-33T, Classé CDP-10 or Myryad MCD 600? Which one of these models would be the best match for my Arcam FMJ A32 and Dynaudio Contour 1.3 SE? .......
91: Re: YBA + Dynaudio (4.14)
Posted by Tourist on 2003-02-11, 16:21:55 (161.142.100.81)
Talking about efficiency. Despite having 94db sensitivity but at 4-ohms, I find you need about 100-watts ss amp to make the Cabasse sing. I reckon that's one of the reason why the YBA Integra DT and P .......
92: Re: Farellas?! Now were talking! (4.12)
Posted by cpdunn99 on 2003-02-10, 08:32:42 (205.243.145.123)
Yes, Farella 400, not 300. My error! I think most Cabasse are under-appreciated. I have a friend who is a dealer for ATC, which are the only other speakers I've heard that can rival the Cabasse. The C .......
93: Meridian CD-Too polite? Opinions Please. (4.11)
Posted by phoenixaudionut on 2002-09-08, 09:02:47 (64.12.96.10)
I just replaced my 12 year old CalAudio Icon. I was happy but thought that newer technology meant better. I got a mint condition Meridian 506.20. Nice player but I am thinking that it is too polite. T .......
94: Re: What's your designated budget for a new cd player ?[n/t] (4.10)
Posted by Audio Pharaoh on 2002-08-24, 17:13:15 (212.12.228.40)
Within your budget and from what I've been reading in AA, the Cary 303/200 should do nicely with the Plinius/Dynaudio combo. It retails at $3,000.- but you can get it for less I'm sure. Try to e-mail .......
95: CD Player recommendations (4.10)
Posted by achandoke on 2002-08-24, 12:46:29 (68.58.41.151)
I am building a system with Dynaudio 1.3se speakers and a PLinius 8200 mkii intergrated with acousic Zen satori cords. I was wondering what cd player people would recommend for this system. I currentl .......
96: RE: CD Player Most Extended Highs and Bass Weight (4.08)
Posted by Sunya on 2010-08-04, 02:04:09 (188.27.102.210)
Do you need a balanced unit? If not, I'd check the T+A SACD 1260R (Dynaudio recently picked the US distribution of T+A so it should be available through its dealer network). Also, if you don't mind ge .......
97: I suggest an anti-jitter filter (4.08)
Posted by MR on 2001-03-15, 07:17:22 (207.69.22.129)
I have a "party" system that feeds a Theta Gen Va from a Sony 300 disc changer. (Rest of system - Arc LS16, Aragon 80008BB, Dynaudio Contour 3.0). The sound is not as good as a top-notch transport; th .......
98: Any suggestions? (Among Ayre, Electrocompaniet & Krell) (4.05)
Posted by Francisco on 2005-06-06, 08:18:55 (220.130.178.163)
Dear All I wanna set up the second system in my bedroom. Both amp & speaker are ready.(Audio Note Kit One 300B, Dynaudio C1.1) Now I need a very nice source.(Nice but affordable :p) What I have found .......
99: RE: Balanced DAC w/ remote volume recommendation? (4.05)
Posted by John Elison on 2023-06-24, 17:31:21 (96.29.168.42)
You might try to find a used Mytek Brooklyn Bridge or Brooklyn DAC. I use the Brooklyn Bridge to drive my Dynaudio BM6A MkII active monitors. Both of these Mytek components have optical and coaxial di .......
100: Metrum Acoustics NOS DAC (4.02)
Posted by thundermac20@yahoo.com on 2015-11-06, 00:00:20 (194.249.178.140)
Dear audio listeners I am interested in buying one of Metrum acoustics DAC product. I am interested in Hex (due to all positive reviews about it). But at a moment, I cannot decide whether to buy a lit .......
101: RE: What's your system? (4.00)
Posted by Bromo33333 on 2012-03-07, 12:14:20 (173.225.52.226)
I have a Bifrost as well - it is my secondary system: SOurce - Brifrost 1. Squeezebox Touch driving SPDIF Bifrost (with a 75 Ohm cable I designed/made myself that's good to microwave frequencies) 2. M .......
102: Accustic Arts or Merdian G08 replace CEC (4.00)
Posted by Larry on 2007-10-14, 13:12:02 (217.228.80.111)
At the moment I'm running a CEC TL2 transport with the CEC DX51 DAC. The transport is ca. 12 years old and the DX51 is 5 years old. I'm considering the Meridian G08 or Accustic Arts CD1. My equipmemen .......
103: Help on CD player upgrade??? (3.98)
Posted by merlocpm on 2004-01-21, 15:49:13 (142.179.213.62)
I currently have an Audiomeca Obsession II cd player that was great in a bright system I had. Now that I've upgraded thing, it seems too rich and bloated in the midrange. Almost congested on some pass .......
104: Help on CD player upgrade??? (3.98)
Posted by merlocpm on 2004-01-21, 15:49:13 (142.179.213.62)
I currently have an Audiomeca Obsession II cd player that was great in a bright system I had. Now that I've upgraded thing, it seems too rich and bloated in the midrange. Almost congested on some pass .......
105: Transport for Benchmark Dac1? (3.98)
Posted by Awacs on 2007-02-01, 19:42:12 (76.210.158.109)
Hey there, I'm narrowing my choices for a new CD source, and if I don't get a one-boxer, I might end up with a DAC-1. I'll audition it hooked up to my Classe CDP-10, but I'm going to sell that shortly .......
106: Upgrade (3.96)
Posted by Amir on 2005-06-15, 04:47:19 (81.12.22.183)
I have Accuphase DP-55v and Krell kav 300il with Dynaudio Audience 82. I want to upgrade my system and i have two choice : 1. Mark Levinson 390SL (CD/Pre) Krell 2250 (Power) 2. Accuphase DP-55V (CD) .......
107: Re: Dynaudios & valves (3.96)
Posted by Matt_Tyrrell@geologist.com on 2000-10-26, 04:08:48 (161.73.11.133)
Thanks for the help Martin! For the past 18 months I've been using the Dynaudio contour 1.3's with the Audio Innovations series 200 pre-pwr. These are approx 12 watts and drove the Dyn's with no probl .......
108: Mark Levinson 390S (3.93)
Posted by Nadja on 2001-11-11, 12:15:51 (65.9.192.16)
I was just curious what your thoughts are on this CD player. I've only had a chance to hear the Wadia 861 and, while I was very impressed, it would be nice to be able to save the 2 grand. I'm going to .......
109: Prat CD players under $2000 ? (3.93)
Posted by greg7 on 2005-06-30, 07:09:22 (66.76.94.161)
I'm looking to upgrade a Roksan Kandy Mark 1. I love it's "prat" (flat earth) qualities of speed and lean resolution but want something more refined. Suggestions? The shortlist I have include: Naim CD .......
110: which 3K CDP ?: Simaudio Nova, Ayre CX-7 or Wadia 302 (3.91)
Posted by Thom Y on 2004-05-28, 05:04:40 (129.173.83.175)
Unfortunately the market is saturated with many 'new' ~3K CD players, all of which are well reviewed. I have heard all 3, but do not have the opportunity to do A/B comparisons, as only the Simaudio is .......
111: Less than stellar setup (3.91)
Posted by SFDude on 2004-03-10, 12:07:55 (128.107.253.40)
...at SF Stereo on Market St. It's right at the entrance and in a system with AP Spark IIIs. Very odd to be able to listen to it carefully unless you have no idea what you are listening to other than .......
112: RE: DAC Question (3.86)
Posted by Vegman70 on 2023-01-04, 10:02:14 (40.133.160.244)
I mainly listen to CDs and SACDs and recently purchased a Sony UDP 800 for my wife to play DVDs. Since the Sony also plays SACDs and CDs I also purchased a DAC to use with the coax output to play them .......
113: Re: strange ... (3.86)
Posted by stillWater on 2003-06-06, 12:13:12 (199.46.200.234)
I compared the Ikemi to Genki at the store and didn't hear much difference certainly not $1900. I believe you guys that there is a difference but on that day a couldn't hardly hear any. It was probabl .......
114: RE: Best to have a back-up with a hard drive. (3.82)
Posted by Dawnrazor on 2009-01-15, 21:24:46 (67.188.118.129)
Hey Travis, Then you are missing out!! Here is waht you should do. Rip all your cds and put together a PC based system. I can help you do it pretty easily. Then go to your cd rack and pick out a cd. T .......
115: Re: Use a high end Toslink. (3.82)
Posted by waltf on 2000-08-20, 19:29:34 (63.76.243.220)
While I have not noticed any brightness on my system, it is pretty laid back. I have Eminent Technology VI speaker, Classe DR9 amps (vertically biwired - the ETs are insensitive) and a ARC SP9 preamp. .......
116: The most analog sounding CD player? Suggestions please? (3.82)
Posted by Hong on 2000-07-11, 09:36:17 (203.117.33.25)
Heard a locally-modified CD player with tubed output..gosh..sounded so warm, so rich... almost like listening to a record! That experience made me want to save up for a replacement CD player that is a .......
117: Re: Anyone tried a Mega-Changer + DIP + DAC? (3.81)
Posted by MR on 2000-08-23, 20:37:33 (216.175.72.196)
It depends on your system goals. If you're trying for "the absolute sound," then I think it's obvious that the mega-changer isn't going to compete. However, I have built a second (very musical) system .......
118: Meridian G08 (3.81)
Posted by 240bigeye on 2005-02-05, 18:13:39 (4.236.30.160)
Just heard Meridian's G08 CD only player at a dealer through a Mcintosh Integrated and Dynaudio Contour 3.0s. Sounded terrific playing all of Stephen Hough's new Rachmaninov piano concerto #2. I was t .......
119: Advise for CD Player < $1,000 (3.78)
Posted by Noel on 2001-10-30, 23:29:10 (202.155.17.89)
Hi. I recently upgraded my amp. from a NAD C370 to Plinius 8200 and now feel my current NAD C541 CDP is now outclassed by the 8200. Can you suggest a shortlist of price-range USD 1,000 integrated CD p .......
120: Re: How good is it really as a EQ ? (3.77)
Posted by majordomo on 2005-09-15, 12:51:15 (65.242.34.51)
This is all new to me, so at this point I'm afraid I can't offer much advice at this point. I had / have some of the same concerns as you. My system is CAL CL-10, Kimber Select IC's to Bryston BP-25, .......
121: RE: I like it (3.77)
Posted by Dave_K on 2015-01-15, 08:07:51 (50.164.204.218)
Thanks, that's similar to what I've heard before from their passive setups. I expected the active speakers to be more dynamic. Which Exakt system was it, Klimax, Akubarik, or Akudorik? The room & spea .......
122: RE: Which DAC would you chose???? (3.74)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2010-02-03, 06:20:15 (97.89.27.103)
Nothing is absolute in Audio. Depending on the system, the room and the listener some DAC's may yield less than favorable results. I too, had a Lavry DA10 for about a year going directly to some power .......
123: Re: Anyone done a comparo between the meridian G07 and G08? (3.73)
Posted by Dazd on 2004-07-28, 06:21:34 (202.6.138.35)
okay perhaps a fairer comparison has anyone compared or can detail the strengths and weaknesses of the linn ikemi and meridian g08? both are similarly priced and im aware that the ikemi is very highly .......
124: RE: Slightly Euphoric Sound (3.72)
Posted by dynobot on 2011-11-20, 18:21:39 (75.131.6.57)
I am using an Audiogd Ref7 and Dynaudio powered speakers playing various .wav files from Cassandra Wilson, Diana Krall, Pat Metheny and a few others. I compared the sound to Windows with various audi .......
125: Re: Very happy with mine as DAC and EQ (3.71)
Posted by majordomo on 2005-10-20, 05:51:08 (65.242.34.51)
Interesting how your room dimensions are very similar to mine (23 x 12 wiht 8 ft ceilings). My room is also extremely difficult. I had much the same problem with bass bloat. I think it might be becaus .......
126: Audio Research CD2 Vs Arcam FMJ Vs Copland CDA266 (3.70)
Posted by Plinius_Fan on 2007-06-01, 20:26:29 (122.167.155.215)
Hi All, I am in the process of upgrading my CDP. Currently I possess a Dynaudio Audience 52Se + Plinius 8100 Int amp + Nad C521. I understand that Nad is the weakest link here hence a desire to upgrad .......
127: Tact RCS 2.0 into a high-end chain, good idea? (3.69)
Posted by tomer on 2005-10-04, 13:48:51 (62.0.86.64)
I'm wondering if it's a good idea to put a Tact RCS 2.0 (bypassing the pre section of the Tact) into a relatively high-end chain of components- Theta Compli, Theta Gen VIII pre/dac, Krell FPB 400CX am .......
128: Is it because... (3.69)
Posted by binoymehra on 2004-01-16, 02:32:06 (203.197.15.132)
I am having NAD C320BEE and dynaudio Audience 42. source is a DVD player sony NS-305. My Interconnect is KIMBER TIMBER and speaker cable is KIMBER 4TC. IC and Speakerwire are now 15-20 days old , so i .......
129: Re: If your interest is Pure Knowledge ... (3.68)
Posted by DD on 2003-05-27, 20:12:20 (64.169.90.103)
The specific recordings I used were: Jacques Loussier, "Satie: Gymnopedies & Gnossiennes", Telarc Jazz, ASIN: B000007NGR Vivaldi, "Il cimento dell'armonia e dell'inventione", Fabio Biondi, Virgin, ASI .......
130: Pioneer PD65 was Re: Here's a few.... (3.68)
Posted by simon wagstaff on 2003-11-29, 06:46:38 (152.163.252.5)
I used to have a PD 65 running into a AA DTi Pro and DDE V3.0 with the full Channel Islands mods. Let's not forget that the PD 65 is how old? I sold the whole kit and kaboodle for $500 a couple of yea .......
131: How Much Do I Have to Spend ??? (3.67)
Posted by tctan79@hotmail.com on 2004-12-12, 20:21:56 (24.130.38.7)
system is roksan kandy mkIII amp and dynaudio 52se speakers. current cd player is (drum roll...) toshiba 3960 vinnie/swenson modded. comparing the 3960 modded to a stock rotel rcd-02 i used to have, t .......
132: I'd be interested to see the specs on the VRS (3.64)
Posted by Dynaudio_Rules on 2005-10-07, 04:26:21 (136.2.1.101)
Yes, I do realize that Vincent, I would imagine you at VRS spent a lot on R&D and in other areas to get your product to market...I'm sure it sounds wonderful....and its just what is needed to get the .......
133: Re: What are... (3.63)
Posted by phoenixaudionut on 2003-01-02, 17:18:38 (205.188.208.104)
System is as follows: Classe SSP25THX Processor EAD Power Master 1000(5x200) Meridian 506.20 Dynaudio Craffts Velodyne HGS18 Subwoofer Older Tara Labs Space and Time Speaker Cables Shotgun run Cardas .......
134: Should I play MP3 through my amplifier , speaker (3.62)
Posted by binoymehra on 2004-01-02, 00:25:26 (203.197.15.132)
I have Dynaudio Audience 42 being driven by NAD C320BEE amplifier with a DVD player as a source . All cables are KIMBER(IC is KIMBER TIMBER , speaker cable being 4TC). Sometimes I listen to MP3 record .......
135: Synthesis Pride/AND compared with other CD players? (3.60)
Posted by KeesJ on 2003-10-13, 00:52:12 (137.224.174.225)
I am about to buy a new CD player around 1000-1200 EURO/US $$. I listened to the Synthesis Pride (= same as Synthesis AND) CD player and thought it was wonderful: natural sound, warm (but not too warm .......
136: Lyngdorf (3.57)
Posted by Dave_K on 2022-09-28, 17:31:23 (73.126.226.6)
Tocatta was a small startup company in Denmark who invented one of the first power DAC architectures. Peter Lyngdorf invested in Tocatta. Then he teamed up with an American DSP guy, Dr. Boz (a nicknam .......
137: Recommend a CD/DVD player (3.57)
Posted by bart1 on 2004-02-17, 12:11:39 (165.252.48.3)
New here, but thought you might give some pointers. I would like to have a single CD/DVD player. I am more concerned with good 2 channel stereo sound and less so about surround and video. Currently, .......
138: Re: Farellas?! Now were talking! (3.55)
Posted by Tourist on 2003-02-10, 16:25:39 (161.142.100.81)
You can add the word "well formed, well textured" to describe the bass my Farella is giving out :) The Plinius is beyond my budget. Though a lot of people say the Farella matches well with tube, I did .......
139: Just seperated from wife: need recomendation for mini system to match my mini apt (3.54)
Posted by oldpro on 2004-08-08, 10:22:47 (66.81.180.244)
She has the main system for now(what a waste)and I have a Pioneer SX 1080 receiver W/ Sieen 580 headphones & X-Can 2 headphone amp. NEEDED- some sort of CD player. What is decent player (CHEEP!!!) or, .......
140: Re: Anyone done a comparo between the meridian G07 and G08? (3.53)
Posted by BadgerDMS on 2004-07-28, 08:03:33 (198.12.16.4)
I've heard the G-08 versus the old 588 and the G08 is quite a bit more musical IMO. Notes had more air than the 588 did and there is somewhat better tone--that could be the upsampling. I've also heard .......
141: Equaliser Suggestions (3.53)
Posted by Noel on 2002-06-04, 23:03:34 (210.23.115.67)
As suggested by some inmates, I'm considering getting an equaliser for my system to help eliminate excessive boomy sound being caused by my small listening room (7'W X 11'L X9'H). Unfortunately know n .......
142: I have two now dated systems.... (3.53)
Posted by Chris Garrett on 2022-04-14, 10:12:47 (104.12.45.20)
Reloading room: ESB (Italian) 7/08 speakers, Belles 150A amp, Bottle Head Mr. Pig Foreplay, Nakamichi RX-505 cassette deck, Dynaco FM-1 tuner with Stereo board and a Denon DCD 1600 DVD~A player. Livin .......
143: what would ease digititis better? change in pre-amp or change in dac/cd player? (3.51)
Posted by yello on 2008-01-28, 09:47:22 (68.81.155.27)
I have a pioneer dvd player straight to an AudioSource 300 amp (with some form of volume control). I dont feel the music is as "musical" or listenable as i want most of the times (especially at higher .......
144: CDP highend comparisons-All opinions welcome! (3.51)
Posted by phoenixaudionut on 2002-12-29, 20:13:15 (205.188.208.104)
I am in the mode of considering a new CDP. Currently using a Meridian 506.20 Like it but thinking I want more mids and more musicality. Ones I am considering are the Audiomeca Mephisto, AudioAero Capi .......
145: Transport suggestions -- new to DVD-A and SACD (3.49)
Posted by HooStat on 2004-04-27, 22:15:42 (69.160.32.10)
Hi. I bought a Bryston integrated with the DAC built in (24/96 capable and it upsamples 16/44 if I understand it correctly). I have Dynaudio 1.3SE speakers -- this is 2-channel only. This all arrives .......
146: question for digital design experts, characteristic impedance of digital inputs (3.48)
Posted by hermanesque on 2010-05-01, 08:58:27 (96.27.182.131)
I hijacked the picture from Dynaudio, hope you don't mind. I admit I haven't taken apart a lot of DACs but of the ones I've seen this seems to be a common practice on digital inputs. Once inside the b .......
147: RE: Right on (3.47)
Posted by bullethead on 2009-03-13, 08:35:57 (71.183.62.237)
Thanks. I do like the look of the Bel Canto units, their REF 500 amps are looking good to me (I have the S300 now). Probably getting Dynaudio Contour floorstanders and a pair of REF 500's down the lin .......
148: Re: PC sound card suggestions for LP to CD transfers (3.45)
Posted by monk on 2001-12-30, 21:14:35 (12.82.173.107)
Gerald, I haven't tried recording analogue with the M-Audio (Midiman) Audiophile 2496 soundcard, ...but I have one in my computer and like it's sound quality. It's plenty good enough to enjoy Creek am .......
149: Congrats! (3.45)
Posted by Luminator on 2002-06-21, 15:36:21 (66.47.253.250)
That's cool, 'cuz I just heard one today. No, it just happened to be the source, while I auditioned speakers (B&W CDM1, Sonus Faber Concertino Home, Dynaudio 1.1). It's amazing how different the speak .......
150: Non-OS/UP Problem? (3.44)
Posted by danlaudionut on 2003-12-06, 23:49:05 (64.12.96.9)
I have been considering a Non-UP/OS DAC to try until I saw this passage in a review of the 47 Labs DAC on onhifi.com; Since the 47 Labs Progression eschews digital and analog filters, you need to mate .......
151: AirPlay Streaming to DAC...? (3.44)
Posted by Ian Mackenzie on 2018-11-01, 11:25:09 (38.106.206.245)
Hi! Well, it's been YEARS since I posted here and was once a regular. Have migrated most sources to a MacBook Pro now and seek to make my current streaming set up in my office sound "better". Currentl .......
152: RE: Meridian 506.20 Vs Classe CDP .5 Vs Arcam CD82 with Plinius + Dynaudio combo (3.41)
Posted by saltyflies on 2007-06-01, 09:33:37 (69.141.168.6)
The Meridian players are leaner than the Rega players, which are more full figured, but kinda overly refined (highs don’t snap, lows don’t kick). Kuma’s comments matches my experiences as well. None o .......
153: Balanced DAC w/ remote volume recommendation? (3.40)
Posted by mjcmt on 2023-06-24, 11:15:44 (108.72.63.162)
I need a balanced DAC to input a QSC pro power amp w/ entry Dynaudio monitor speakers for TV/movies. I'm looking for an inexpensive DAC w/ optical and coaxial inputs for TV and BD player. The DAC must .......
154: RE: Meridian 506.20 Vs Classe CDP .5 Vs Arcam CD82 with Plinius + Dynaudio combo (3.38)
Posted by Rodney Gold on 2007-06-01, 06:46:22 (198.54.202.226)
I had auditioned both some years ago and was in more or less the same dilemma. I picked the Meridian as the Classe was far to dull and slow for my taste. I ran with the 506 for a while and then went t .......
155: I could really use a DAC suggestion! (3.37)
Posted by budburma on 2007-04-20, 10:15:23 (74.32.22.183)
Hi All- First, I really like my present setup and sound. A little on the warm side and very musical, but still has plenty of detail. Cary 306/200 AES AE3 DJH Sig (syl 6ns7w's, Valvo ez81) Plinius P8 D .......
156: Re: arcam 73t...should I consider if I need high freq. ext.? (3.35)
Posted by KeneallyFan on 2005-03-15, 05:50:32 (12.64.108.148)
I am not sure I agree with this idea, unless we were talking turntables. I am not saying that aren't differences between CD players, but rather that the difference in quality between a $500 and $2000 .......
157: RE: a question of clocks (3.34)
Posted by UCrazyKid on 2019-05-25, 10:27:10 (76.29.94.91)
Just an update. Thanks for all the input. What I have found is that the greatest improvement has been from two things. 1. the jitter reduction (dramatic improvement in detail and soundstage) and 2. fe .......
158: Re: MSB DAC vs opinions please (3.30)
Posted by raingerz on 2003-09-21, 13:05:17 (12.64.158.201)
I am interested in this comparison, too, although I would be leaning toward a DAC at about this pricepoint. I had the chance to listen to a Meridian 588 (retailing new at about $4000 if memory serves) .......
159: RE: I ordered mine today (3.30)
Posted by tony s on 2012-02-24, 09:02:49 (65.215.70.4)
I’ve had my Bifrost for many months now (original preorder) and have only good things to say about it. If the bass isn’t sufficient then I would guess the problem lies elsewhere in your setup. The Bi .......
160: The real benefit of active speakers is an active crossover, I believe audioengines are just powered.... (3.29)
Posted by orpheus on 2013-04-27, 23:31:37 (173.2.31.135)
Feel free to correct me if I am wrong, but I believe the Audioengines have passive crossovers with a built in amplifier. They are inexpensive, but I think there are better deals to be had in the pro m .......
161: Re: Sony DVPNS999ES (3.29)
Posted by artizen65 on 2004-01-27, 19:03:20 (67.40.50.51)
I have listened to the sony using SACD on 2 systems. MFA308 Integrated SR Alpha Sterling Active SR Alpha Quad DynAudio AVD 60 Very muted and muddy the soundstage way back. It was the pits. MFA308 SR A .......
162: New used DAC under $1300 - my choices... (3.27)
Posted by Stefan D on 2001-10-22, 21:10:29 (64.229.130.203)
Classe DAC-1 (hdcd, no Toslink) Sonic Frontiers SFD2-II (hdcd, coax digital OUT, no Toslink) Meridian 566.20 (no hdcd, plenty of inputs, cheaper) Meridian 563.24 (no hdcd, 24/48, plenty of inputs, che .......
163: Re: Gryphon Adagio (3.24)
Posted by Bombaywalla on 2004-05-05, 15:47:41 (63.166.216.16)
Darren, I heard the Gryphon Adagio in Feb when I visited my home in Bombay, India. It was an all-Gryphon system: Sonata 2-chassis pre & Antilliean Signature stereo power amp. Dynaudio Confidence 5 (ol .......
164: hi end combo or dedicated player? (3.19)
Posted by Audistic on 2003-12-12, 03:46:30 (172.210.255.79)
Hi Folks, I can use all your experienced input. I am considering jumping into SACD but currently I have no real good quality redbook CD player. Would it be best to look at separate good redbook CD pla .......
165: Cymbal Crashes that Sound like Sandpaper (3.18)
Posted by RLM on 2001-05-19, 20:45:43 (216.87.42.194)
I don't know if I am experiencing the "digital" sound or if I have a weak frontend. I can't get by hearing the cymbal crashes that sound like two pieces of sandpaper being rubbed together. I hear this .......
166: Re: Thanks a lot for your comments (3.17)
Posted by Babar on 2003-03-06, 08:44:18 (155.44.15.161)
Hi, Just got my Mephisto II.x Although I have not listened to the Mephisto II, I have done an extensive listening review of the following players (ML390S, ML37+360S, Wadia861, Audio Aero capitole, ARC .......
167: Well, maybe...just maybe..... (3.11)
Posted by Chris Garrett on 2000-03-12, 16:13:44 (152.163.195.176)
it's because of the tubes that they're shipping the Tjoeb with. The Philips (Sylvania JAN 6922). Many here on the Tube Ayslum feel these are just barely worth the $3 or $4 dollars one pays for them. T .......
168: Re: Farellas?! Now were talking! (3.11)
Posted by Tourist on 2003-02-08, 16:50:36 (161.142.100.81)
One more thing about Marantz vs system matching. Since the deliberate midrange rose-tinted coloration progressively increase with lower range model, I would say for low-mid-fi system, the CD63SE works .......
169: Re: Arcam 73 or the Cambridge Audio Azur 640C??? (3.09)
Posted by Lensman on 2005-01-30, 09:51:53 (69.156.149.68)
Not sure this will offer a precise example but I decided to get the Cambridge Audio 640c over the Arcam due to costs. Now I'd say invest in Arcam if you can because down the road you can pay the diffe .......
170: Which DACs don't belong here... (3.07)
Posted by vanguardtm on 2011-06-02, 07:05:54 (24.191.201.179)
Hello Audio Experts! I need a DAC! I've done a bit of looking, and came up with a long list. Any comments are appreciated, such as top-of-list or bottom-of-list, etc. $ range is not over &1,000. .......
171: NAD M51 (3.04)
Posted by Bromo33333 on 2013-02-04, 10:34:22 (173.225.52.226)
Just bought one and installed as the preamp for a 2.0 home theater system. Rest of stack is: 1. Blu Ray Player (currently a inexpensive Sony 3D ... Oppo 103 in a couple of days) - HDMI -> NAD 2. Sonos .......
172: Oddball comparo - Rega Saturn vs. Marantz SA-11s2 SACD? (2.99)
Posted by Awacs on 2018-04-11, 10:04:20 (198.22.92.40)
Hey all, Yeah, this is a little unusual. Background: my main system is a Rega Saturn, Plinius 9200mkII integrated, and Dynaudio 1.3SE speakers. I love it. Well balanced, detailed enough, rocks when it .......
173: System Balanced? (2.98)
Posted by CETA on 2007-04-21, 14:22:02 (207.200.116.196)
Hi All, I have upgraded my entire system pretty much all at once in the last two weeks. I have the NAD M15 PRE/PRO, NAD M25 Seven Channel Amp, Dynaudio Focus 220 mains, 200C Center and Focus 110's for .......
174: Re: Planar is Lowell and you can converse w/ him over on the AA chat if you want...... (2.96)
Posted by Planar on 2002-06-07, 07:51:09 (152.163.197.179)
Close, but not quite. You got my name wrong [you assumed my name was Scott from my old e-mail address lowells. You said "Scott?" and I didn't say yes or no.] "Lowells" is just from a character Lowell .......
175: Re: Cary 303 as Transport? (2.96)
Posted by Rick Halterman on 2005-03-18, 13:06:38 (69.2.233.94)
I have listened to it in two of my systems...the first is Ayre K3/V5/Dynaudio Confidence 5, the second is with a BAT300Xse and Dyne Special 25's. The latter system, in a small room, is very detailed.. .......
176: Rega Planet 2000 Vs Arcam CD 82 (2.95)
Posted by Plinius_Fan on 2007-04-23, 05:01:28 (196.15.16.20)
Hi, I have a modest system consisting of a Dynaudio BM6 and a Plinius 8100 Integrated Amp. The CDP I am using is a NAD C521. I am particularly not very happy with the CDP and would want to upgrade it. .......
177: Distortion with Jolida JD100 (2.92)
Posted by Toddd on 2004-07-17, 14:39:04 (65.96.177.150)
Hello, I just bought a Jolida JD100 from someone on Audiogon to see how it would compare to my Ah Tjoeb 99. I received it today. My roommate was studying for the bar, so I decided to try listening wi .......
178: Your Take, Steve. (2.84)
Posted by RBP on 2000-09-26, 19:54:56 (209.128.168.43)
Hello Steve ! I have, ( what I would consider) a nice mastering facility, (SSL, Computer with lots of toys, ear candy, Yamaha NS1000's, Dynaudio's, Auratones, 5.1 Channel capability, nice room, experi .......
179: Multiple digital processors hooked in chain...? (2.82)
Posted by Wlad on 2006-07-24, 01:27:11 (80.74.173.155)
Hello everyone I completed a decent Hi-Fi system, in which the CD-player remained the weak link. So the obvious choice would be to buy a decent CD-player, but I wonder how smart that is: CD-only-playe .......
180: What I did try... 3950 vs Sony DVP-NC685V (2.80)
Posted by mike_p on 2004-04-12, 22:32:36 (67.101.166.36)
while wandering the isles of Circuit City I came across the Sony DVP-NC685V (DVD+SACD changer), thinking this would be a better solution to a Redbook transport and SACD player. Boy was I wrong. The So .......
181: Like I said..... (2.79)
Posted by Chris Garrett on 2001-04-30, 20:17:55 (152.163.197.204)
the EC was definitely a bit subdued across the upper band and this is somewhat appealing to a certain group, as it quelched the grain/grit found on many CDs. However, I ran it with my Dynaudio Contour .......
182: Re: Jolida 100 and passive pre (2.79)
Posted by redneckdent on 2005-03-04, 16:07:45 (24.220.23.243)
I have a modded Jolida 100 from underwoodhifi.com (level 2) that runs passively via a pair of VHAudio Pulsar ICs and EVS Ultimate Attenuators into a Bryston 4BSST that drives a pair of Dynaudio Audien .......
183: Possible CD players for this system... (2.77)
Posted by Awacs on 2006-12-31, 18:42:02 (75.35.0.45)
Hey all, I recently binged on Audiogon and got my long dreamed of, Dynaudio 1.3SE. I picked up a Plinius 8200 mkII int and a Classe CDP-10 along the way. (Wires are Speltz all around). While I'm a hap .......
184: Sony 999 DVD v. BAT D-5; mid-fi IS catching up, or is it? (2.72)
Posted by hinduclient on 2004-05-05, 15:21:31 (65.101.248.62)
I've been A/Bing the above a lot lately. They both are hooked to the BAT pre via Harmonic Tech Magic Link ICs. The BAT pre allows me to balance the volume levels between sources. No matter what music .......
185: Re: Comparing CD to LP (2.71)
Posted by Guth on 2002-12-17, 20:52:38 (64.217.80.157)
My system consists of: Arcam A85 integrated amp (w/Arcam Phono Board) Dynaudio Contour 1.3 MkII speakers Arcam FMJ CD23T cd player Linn Basik turntable/Linn Akito arm/Linn Adikt cartridge I have a num .......
186: Re: Purist Audio Design Venustas Digital IC (2.68)
Posted by sept79 on 2004-12-22, 13:50:24 (24.107.52.38)
I compared 5 digital cables (on loan from the Cable Company) plus my resident I2Digital about two months ago. The comments I provided the Cable Company were as follows: EXCELLENT Synergistic Research .......
187: 1 receiver or 2 for Dolby Digital 7.1?? (2.62)
Posted by mcoker on 2000-11-20, 15:07:35 (165.235.216.119)
I have pre-wired my family room for 7 speaker locations (not counting subs). These include the standard 3 in the front, and 3 in the back (rear center channel) and 1 in the ceiling, thus the 7.1. My q .......
188: DP-57 vs CD-101... (2.61)
Posted by Audio Pharaoh on 2006-05-16, 06:58:52 (82.201.177.8)
Hi, While I'm not familiar yet with Dynaudio loudspeakers, the DP-57 is ever so slightly on the darker side of neutral compared to the Plinius. The Plinius isn't bright but it has more of the boogie f .......
189: REVIEW: Cary Audio Design CDP-1 CD Player/Recorder (2.54)
Posted by Belgarchi on 2008-06-14, 09:52:06 (216.80.144.198)
Model: CDP-1 Category: CD Player/Recorder Suggested Retail Price: $2000 Description: Solid-state CD Player Manufacturer URL: Cary Audio Design Review by Belgarchi on June 14, 2008 at 0 .......
190: REVIEW: Musical Fidelity A3cd CD Player/Recorder (2.52)
Posted by Belgarchi on 2008-06-20, 21:17:17 (216.80.144.198)
Model: A3cd Category: CD Player/Recorder Suggested Retail Price: $1000 Description: 24 bit cd player Manufacturer URL: Musical Fidelity Review by Belgarchi on June 20, 2008 at 21:17:17 .......
191: Re: CD-Transport sugestions for MF Tri-Vista (2.47)
Posted by jb0194 on 2004-01-25, 16:16:54 (67.161.208.200)
I COMPLETELY disagree with Racerguy's "el cheapo" and "whipped cream on mud pie" remarks, and the implication that such transport mods shouldn't be considered. I have a ten year-old Pioneer PD-65 CDP .......
192: Funny you should ask.... (2.40)
Posted by Chris Garrett on 2000-07-18, 22:47:39 (152.163.197.191)
I got home today and saw a UPS yellow note on my door. My Belles had been lent to a friend who promptly blew some caps on it while driving some Maggie 1.6s. Dave Belles told me that he was aware of an .......
193: What's the best DAC in this setup? (2.40)
Posted by btbluesky on 2007-10-13, 01:26:33 (68.123.225.170)
Been looking for a pair of bookshelf for 3 weeks (like day and night) that brings good price/performance (budget can be stretched, as long as my wife be agreeable about it...). Auditioned Dynaudio 52 .......
194: RE: PC Audio or CDP - FaceOff (2.34)
Posted by Dawnrazor on 2010-04-27, 22:11:15 (24.7.103.234)
Hey Dynaudio, That is a good one. I havent heard the Cambridge, and frankly I am a bit out of touch with todays dac offerings. But If I had to put together a system for the pc guy in your example, Her .......
195: Re: My Dack setup... (2.32)
Posted by csown on 2005-02-13, 20:54:30 (66.92.131.100)
Hi Dolce Vita, Analog cables tend to give very poor results as digital cables because they are not designed to ensure faithful data transmission at the data rates digital audio needs (about 2.8MHz). T .......
196: Re: NAD's Pre-Amp Section is causing that problem for you Dr Boom (2.28)
Posted by DrBoom on 2004-05-09, 22:31:12 (68.6.252.216)
Thanks for the insight, Nathan. I might solder up a stereo pot and run the CD player into the amp section to see if there's any difference. As I think I said in my previous post, I think the Sony soun .......
197: the latest generation (2.24)
Posted by rod@rodclark.com on 2004-11-24, 14:38:41 (67.110.250.226)
I just went through the upgrade process on my digital. After listening to a bunch of stuff, I'd say that getting the latest generation of chipset in your player is nearly as important as the brand of .......
198: I Know, I Know... (2.18)
Posted by Luminator on 2006-01-17, 21:49:42 (69.107.101.80)
Those who have actually tried the Telefunken ECC802S in a Cary CD 303/300 unanimously agree that it maximizes the player's potential. And that is eye-opening, 'cuz as we well know, audiophiles never a .......
199: Re: Bel Canto CD1 vs. Meridian G08 and Moon SuperNova/Andromeda (2.18)
Posted by bjh on 2007-05-17, 13:10:16 (216.209.33.106)
I haven't heard the Resolution Audio Opus 21 but as luck would have I owned a Arcam CD92. The CD92 was my first major CD Player purchase, it think it was sometime around the year 2000; I sterred clear .......
200: REVIEW: Electrocompaniet EMC 1 CD Player/Recorder (2.13)
Posted by BHAGWAN72 on 2002-01-30, 19:31:00 (203.94.232.96)
Model: EMC 1
Category: CD Player/Recorder
Suggested Retail Price: $2500
Description: One box 24bit/96Hz CD player Manufacturer URL: Electrocompaniet Model Picture: View
Review by .......
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