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1: General Asylum, RE: I'm selling my gear...going integrated (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2022-05-04, 05:20:57 (107.139.217.246)
I agree. Assuming we are talking about gear at equal levels, I highly doubt 99% of people would hear any quality differences between separates and integrated. Sure, tonal characteristics can be presen .......
2: General Asylum, RE: I started this a year ago,... (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2022-05-03, 17:10:57 (107.139.217.246)
Here's an update video https://youtu.be/BJp6WS2TWUk .......
3: Critic's Corner, RE: AVTech Media Americas Inc (nt) (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2022-04-28, 02:53:03 (107.139.217.246)
Thanks .......
4: Critic's Corner, Who owns Analogue Planet..Fremer...Stereophile? (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2022-04-23, 05:39:11 (107.139.217.246)
Just curious. .......
5: Hi-Rez Highway, Pink Floyd in 24/192 (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2022-04-11, 03:42:58 (107.139.217.246)
I just posted a video on my thoughts on the Pink Floyd catalog being released in 24/192 last fall. https://youtu.be/6hjm7UfTEP0 .......
6: General Asylum, RE: I started this a year ago,... (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2022-04-10, 04:01:25 (107.139.217.246)
wow...you did downsize .......
7: General Asylum, RE: Whatever Works...... (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2022-04-07, 04:06:12 (107.139.217.246)
yes. less is more is what I am looking at. Besides, I have too much more work to do in treating my room that any difference between Separates and Integrated would not be any weak link at the moment. : .......
8: General Asylum, RE: Yes (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2022-04-06, 03:32:19 (107.139.217.246)
The Devialets are as about as low profile one can get. My concern with having a non upgradeable built-in dac (of course one can always use an outboard dac) is the resale value after a few years. The M .......
9: General Asylum, RE: LOL, gramma doesn't pimp her videos on audio boards. nt (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2022-04-05, 05:15:12 (107.139.217.246)
You are correct...more than likely Granny is pimping on Sewing forums and boards...lol .......
10: General Asylum, RE: Every now and then I see a picture... (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2022-04-05, 04:05:18 (107.139.217.246)
I agree. great space .......
11: General Asylum, RE: I'm selling my gear...going integrated (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2022-04-04, 17:37:27 (107.139.217.246)
What speakers? Symphonies? The speakers actually match your decor and look a part of your house. Beautiful set up .......
12: General Asylum, RE: just like any good essay (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2022-04-04, 15:43:11 (107.139.217.246)
Schiit makes great gear .......
13: General Asylum, RE: I'm selling my gear...going integrated (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2022-04-04, 15:39:29 (107.139.217.246)
Fantastic system!!!! .......
14: General Asylum, RE: Narcissism then. (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2022-04-04, 12:22:20 (107.139.217.246)
Lol...yes...audiogon, audioshark, Instagram, etc. I like the discussion aspect. I've been doing videos for three months. I don't even have 50 followers.......monetizing is not coming my way. I'm enjoy .......
15: General Asylum, RE: I'm selling my gear...going integrated (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2022-04-04, 11:20:13 (107.139.217.246)
Audio Note UK and Audio Note Japan (I'm not certain how related both companies are, if related at all) have beautiful components. * watts per channel with the MT's you mentioned may be a little low ev .......
16: General Asylum, RE: I would greatly prefer if people posted what they wanted to say rather than link to a video (nt) (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2022-04-04, 11:14:46 (107.139.217.246)
LOL...no monetizing here. If I wanted to somehow monetize, I would do videos on photography which is my profession. Even that would be quite difficult. Audio/music is an escape hobby from work. I'm no .......
17: General Asylum, I'm selling my gear...going integrated (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2022-04-04, 04:40:29 (107.139.217.246)
Has anyone else done the same? I want to have a minimal audio rack that is not so cluttered. Check out my new video explaining my thought process: https://youtu.be/Ok6tw65aMYo .......
18: Critic's Corner, RE: I am sure it is a generational thing (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2022-04-02, 13:26:24 (107.139.217.246)
Good point. Maybe the age gap. .......
19: Critic's Corner, Am I the only one who skips Malachi Lui's Analog Planet writings? (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2022-04-01, 07:54:02 (107.139.217.246)
Just curious. Julie Mullins would be a fantastic contributor for Analog Planet. I'm not certain if Stereophile runs AP or it's Fremer's own site. .......
20: General Asylum, RE: My Thouhts on the Schiit Audio Lokius Equalizer (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2022-03-25, 04:34:17 (107.139.217.246)
Over at the Pass Labs Facebook group, somebody mentioned that PASS will be releasing an EQ as well .......
21: General Asylum, RE: It does have a bypass setting (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2022-03-24, 05:44:09 (107.139.217.246)
That is why I may upgrade to the Max. HOWEVER, knowing I am a "fiddler' with setting controls, I wonder if I would spend much of my time "tweaking" instead of just listening for what the music is. Sur .......
22: General Asylum, RE: My Thouhts on the Schiit Audio Lokius Equalizer (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2022-03-21, 13:27:27 (107.139.217.246)
Thanks for the kind words :) .......
23: General Asylum, My Thouhts on the Schiit Audio Lokius Equalizer (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2022-03-21, 06:03:37 (107.139.217.246)
Check out my new video. I hope you like it https://youtu.be/nqHk-YKjvVQ .......
24: Critic's Corner, RE: Untimely Issue (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2022-03-14, 06:39:52 (107.139.217.246)
Pick any day or moment throughout history, there is ALWAYS something going on more important than anything audiophile-related. I think the op's post is more about virtue signaling vs any feelings the .......
25: Vinyl Asylum, Likes and Disappointments of my Pro-Ject RCM (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2022-03-08, 13:58:18 (107.139.217.246)
Check out my lates video. I hope you find the video informative if you are looking for a Record Cleaning Machine https://youtu.be/bhIRu_zprcA .......
26: Rocky Road, RE: Misnomer from the get-go. That's rock'n'roll, not rock. And everyone (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2022-02-22, 02:48:50 (107.139.217.246)
Thanks for the kind words. .......
27: Rocky Road, RE: How do you take something as vital as that and turn it all FUBoringAR?... (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2022-02-21, 16:07:54 (107.139.217.246)
Elvis started performing the song after seeing Freddie Bell and the Bellboys performing Hound Dog in Las Vegas. Although, Freddie Bell's version was a Tongue and Cheek version based on the first versi .......
28: Rocky Road, RE: Misnomer from the get-go. That's rock'n'roll, not rock. And everyone (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2022-02-21, 16:03:11 (107.139.217.246)
You make some good points. Rock n Roll has some major distinctions based on time periods. However, the basic elements for a great song (Rock or 50's RnR) still hold true IMO. The term "Single" may hav .......
29: Rocky Road, This is he most perfect Rock Song ever recorded (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2022-02-21, 05:17:49 (107.139.217.246)
Check out my latest video on my Youtube channel. https://youtu.be/b290fZ1wJB4 .......
30: Vinyl Asylum, RE: My thoughts after having a Nagaoka Cartridge for a few weeks (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2022-02-17, 03:41:36 (107.139.217.246)
Thanks for kind words. .......
31: Vinyl Asylum, My thoughts after having a Nagaoka Cartridge for a few weeks (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2022-02-16, 04:33:59 (107.139.217.246)
Nagaoka has a large following among many turntable owners. However, not many reviews or marketing of the cartridges at least here in the US. I made a video talking about my impressions after a few wee .......
32: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: The F8 (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2022-02-10, 03:16:52 (107.139.217.246)
I agree. I wish the J2 came as monoblocks. I always wanted a monoblock set up .......
33: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: The F8 (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2022-02-09, 13:28:43 (107.139.217.246)
I agree. The F8 looks like a real winner. I still think I may jump over to a 30.8 or xa25 .......
34: Amp/Preamp Asylum, My Thoughts on my First Watt J2 amplifier (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2022-02-07, 04:57:22 (107.139.217.246)
I hope you enjoy my new video https://youtu.be/ozgotpXtnnk .......
35: Jazz Alley, RE: Nice reviews, thanks. I like it but quite a few 'Trane albums I enjoy more. nt (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2022-02-04, 03:04:12 (107.139.217.246)
I hope our local store gets in the new Acoustic Sounds series version in this week. Village vanguard came in but no Crescent. .......
36: Jazz Alley, RE: My review of various reissues Blue Train by John Coltrane (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2022-02-04, 03:03:03 (107.139.217.246)
Columbus .......
37: Jazz Alley, My review of various reissues Blue Train by John Coltrane (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2022-01-30, 09:18:33 (107.139.217.246)
I'm having a ball doing audio/music related videos for fun. Nothing too technical here...just some of my thoughts. I hope you enjoy https://youtu.be/XuP5Ef6UWfU .......
38: General Asylum, RE: Nice review. Just one comment.... (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2022-01-30, 04:59:13 (107.139.217.246)
Thanks for the feedback. I made a point of increasing the audio gain on my next video that will be posted later today. .......
39: General Asylum, RE: Thanks for the review (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2022-01-26, 03:53:58 (107.139.217.246)
Thanks .......
40: General Asylum, My review of the new Butcher Block Acoustics Midnite series (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2022-01-25, 12:33:30 (107.139.217.246)
I just started a new channel for fun. I purchased a new TT isolation stand and thought I would share my thoughts https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8FuzUtviMME&t=87s .......
41: Vinyl Asylum, RE: +1...-. (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2022-01-16, 05:15:26 (107.139.217.246)
That is one reason I purchased the Jt-80BK. I wanted to see what all the hype was about that I heard from Nagaoka owners. I don't think I have heard a negative review (outside of their appearance) on .......
42: Vinyl Asylum, RE: I am not certain sonic memory is up to that kind of precision. (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2022-01-15, 08:16:55 (107.139.217.246)
Reading a bio on the company somewhere, I believe Nagaoka started out as a precision watch/clock parts maker in the 40's. The went on to making TT needles in the 50's. Plus, the bio states that Nagaok .......
43: Vinyl Asylum, RE: My video of an under the radar MM cartridge (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2022-01-13, 12:29:11 (107.139.217.246)
Thanks :) .......
44: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Dale, when you say best mm you've heard it would help if you..... (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2022-01-12, 12:07:21 (107.139.217.246)
I I'm not a vintage guy so cross that off. My memory is not that vivid from the late 70's and 80's cartridges I had. I did have a Shure V15. Plus an Empire. Then I purchased a Technics TT that took P .......
45: Vinyl Asylum, My video of an under the radar MM cartridge (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2022-01-12, 06:53:49 (107.139.217.246)
The Nagaoka JT-80bk is the best MM cartridge I have ever heard. Silky smooth, deep bass, silky highs. I suggest giving it a go if you are looking for a new cartridge. On Amazon, it's $200 cheaper than .......
46: Critic's Corner, RE: Malachi Lui? (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2021-12-26, 07:25:22 (107.139.217.246)
Nah..I don't think he has it. Just me...I tried to read his reviews...just not for me .......
47: Critic's Corner, RE: Whoever it is better have a good why vinyl is superior to digital rap. Nt (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2021-12-19, 05:47:16 (107.139.217.246)
LOL. It seems all the vinyl/turntable/analog experts are up in years. Quite a few good youtubers however. .......
48: Critic's Corner, Who will be the next analog GuRu? (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2021-12-18, 08:46:11 (107.139.217.246)
Most of the big name turntable/analog reviewers/experts are climbing up the age ladder. I thought Art Dudley would have been a great "go to for Analog" person. However, that is not going to happen. Ma .......
49: Critic's Corner, RE: Music Direct Catalog 22 (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2021-12-05, 07:55:03 (107.139.217.246)
I wish Acoustic Sounds would do a large yearly catalog. If you have the Audio Advisor catalog from 15 years ago, you still have the current one LOL. .......
50: Critic's Corner, RE: kerfluffle at S'phile website over JVS review of latest D'Agostino amp (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2021-10-24, 09:48:18 (35.136.52.47)
I have a theory on restaurants. If the bathrooms are dirty (one area actually seen by customers) imagine how the areas you DO NOT see look. If a manufacturer cannot get a perfect, performing component .......
51: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Looking for preamp which is good at BOTH single-ended AND balanced output (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2021-06-14, 03:53:14 (107.139.217.246)
I've also heard that the Benchmark is transparent and just gets out of the away https://benchmarkmedia.com/collections/all-products/products/benchmark-la4-line-amplifier .......
52: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Looking for preamp which is good at BOTH single-ended AND balanced output (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2021-06-13, 06:01:35 (107.139.217.246)
You may be able to find a used PS Audio BHK for under $3k. I have one and it has what you are looking for. a fantastic sounding, quiet hybrid tube pre .......
53: Critic's Corner, RE: "Who's doing quality checks throughout the assembly process and at the final checkpoint before shipping? " (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2021-06-01, 06:18:57 (107.139.217.246)
Unfortunately, you may be right. .......
54: Critic's Corner, Schiit needs to forget about Turntables (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2021-05-31, 07:00:37 (107.139.217.246)
The Schiit SOl is being discontinued from what I've read. I know the TT is basically an erector set for audio tweakers. However, reading stories of using tape to obtain accurate speed, wobbly platters .......
55: Critic's Corner, RE: They should give the followup to Herb Reichert (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2021-01-08, 06:08:43 (107.139.217.246)
Yamaha is basically a jack of all trades brand that produces really good products. I'm not certain anything Yamaha is considered "the best of the best" (except maybe some synthesizer products). Of cou .......
56: Critic's Corner, The new Stereophile is fantastic!!! (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2020-12-19, 05:51:41 (107.139.217.246)
At least, in my opinion, this issue hit all the buttons for all price ranges. I was also glad to see the McIntosh MA7200 am/fm receiver reviewed. A piece I am considering (along with the MA7200 integr .......
57: Critic's Corner, RE: The first record was not defective (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2020-12-07, 06:06:05 (107.139.217.246)
Hopefully, he gets a 3rd copy as a replacement and gives an update. I got the opinion Mike was not crazy about the "sound" (his personal opinion) of the album Quality wise, I believe he is referring t .......
58: Critic's Corner, RE: Yes I did watch the entire video. And I just watched it again. even worse the second time (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2020-12-05, 11:23:51 (107.139.217.246)
I meant that the replacement was defective AS WELL. not that Mike got 2 replacements. I probably should have worded it better. .......
59: Critic's Corner, RE: I would respectfully differ on that point.... (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2020-12-04, 04:55:40 (107.139.217.246)
"it was replaced free of charge no questions asked" Did you watch the entire video? The $450 LP was replaced...however...the second one had BUBBLES in the vinyl. It was replaced free of charge TWICE a .......
60: Critic's Corner, Bad experience buying a $450 ERC reissue (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2020-11-29, 13:22:44 (107.139.217.246)
Good video explaining what you might find if you ever decide to open your copy of Way Out West 2020 ERC edition .......
61: Critic's Corner, RE: Sue Kraft Died (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2020-11-11, 05:41:15 (107.139.217.246)
I do not remember seeing Sue post in any other audio forums. Maybe she used a different username .......
62: Critic's Corner, RE: Question for Jim Austin (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2020-11-10, 06:44:01 (107.139.217.246)
I would think manufacturers would prefer to " spread" the coverage as to keep the product in a spotlight for longer periods of time .......
63: Critic's Corner, RE: Question for Jim Austin (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2020-11-09, 13:11:55 (107.139.217.246)
That makes sense....thanks .......
64: Critic's Corner, Question for Jim Austin (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2020-11-09, 07:42:55 (107.139.217.246)
I know all the magazine writers, editors pretty much know each other. Just curious, do you guys communicate with each other as to not have equipment reviews published during the same month? Just curio .......
65: Critic's Corner, RE: Sue Kraft Died (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2020-11-09, 06:00:29 (107.139.217.246)
I've read sue's posts and writings thru the years. I have never seen a picture of Sue....anyone have a pic? .......
66: Critic's Corner, RE: Direct Matters... (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2020-11-01, 07:08:03 (107.139.217.246)
Has VA audio really changed anything in the past 20 years? Much like Quicksilver. Not a whole lot of changes worth reporting on. Plus, VA's stuff looks like it was built inside a lunch box. At least F .......
67: Critic's Corner, RE: They should give the followup to Herb Reichert (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2020-10-25, 02:10:25 (107.139.217.246)
Yamaha had to be pissed (I know I would). .......
68: Critic's Corner, RE: Dusty, thank you for sticking with us. (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2020-10-25, 02:06:07 (107.139.217.246)
I really love Stereophile. Art would have been perfect for the Yamaha as3200 review. .......
69: Critic's Corner, RE: Won't be long before he throws another tantrum no doubt :) [nt] (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2020-08-17, 14:23:40 (107.139.217.246)
I'm glad Michael is back. I'm not certain if audio writing was Michael's full-time gig anyway. I thought he worked for an aerospace parts supplier or something. Anyway, maybe things were getting crazy .......
70: Critic's Corner, RE: An overall positive but non-rave review (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2020-08-16, 07:45:26 (107.139.217.246)
Perfect example....The wrong guy got the review. .......
71: Critic's Corner, I bet Jim Austin regrets this (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2020-08-15, 08:05:57 (107.139.217.246)
I bet Austin regrets giving the review of the Yamaha A-3200 in the new issue of Stereophile to Jason Victor Serinus. Read the review.......Even the Yamaha rep comments (Manufacturer's comments section .......
72: Critic's Corner, RE: Michael Lavorgna is Back!!!! (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2020-02-14, 03:31:30 (107.139.217.246)
I've wondered that myself .......
73: Critic's Corner, Michael Lavorgna is Back!!!! (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2019-12-11, 05:50:48 (107.139.217.246)
Well, at least for one end of year article https://twitteringmachines.com/ .......
74: Critic's Corner, RE: Darko site been down a couple of days (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2019-11-02, 05:42:19 (107.139.217.246)
Never mind. it was my old bookmark. Looks like they have abandoned the original link and use https://darko.audio/ .......
75: Critic's Corner, Darko site been down a couple of days (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2019-11-02, 05:41:03 (107.139.217.246)
I'm wondering if others are experiencing the same. I can't reach from my wifi or cellular. http://www.digitalaudioreview.net/ .......
76: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Pro ject S2 digital preamp vs vintage (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2019-09-30, 03:43:23 (107.139.217.246)
I used my S2 as a pre a few times and feel it is excellent. I could live with the combo if I did not need additional inputs (analog). I do, however, prefer my BHK Preamp due to the sonic character of .......
77: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Not surprisingly, it now has a metered mate! (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2019-09-03, 07:29:14 (107.139.217.246)
I'm actually interested in this one .......
78: Critic's Corner, RE: It's Still a Thing? (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2019-08-27, 14:36:57 (107.139.217.246)
MQA is long dead in the US. Tidal is barely surviving and most subscribers are doing base tier. In the grand scheme of all the dacs available, only a handful are MQA capable. Most separate network str .......
79: Critic's Corner, RE: CNet has been backing away from anything that is not... (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2019-08-27, 14:29:18 (107.139.217.246)
Yes, hopefully his youtube thing continues. .......
80: Critic's Corner, RE: Michael Lavorgna is retiring!! (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2019-08-27, 14:28:30 (107.139.217.246)
Very strange indeed.Maybe Michael and Guttenberg are teaming up .......
81: Critic's Corner, Audiophiliac taking a hiatus from CNet (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2019-08-25, 18:32:29 (107.77.194.18)
https://www.cnet.com/news/the-audiophiliac-is-on-hiatus/ .......
82: General Asylum, RE: Remember Manley's Price increase? (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2019-08-22, 18:01:33 (185.217.117.216)
Correct. Paul has already stated, on the PS Audio Forum, that nothing will change. Pries the same. The only discounts, besides any special sales, etc, will be trade in value of your equipment. ::: TOP .......
83: Digital Drive, RE: New DAC in the house (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2019-08-17, 14:44:09 (107.139.217.246)
From what I gathered, The Mytek Dacs do not automatically turn on/off MQA filters. It has to be done manually. Now, I'm not certain how that effects the sound of non MQA files. I believe the filters h .......
84: Critic's Corner, RE: Michael Lavorgna is retiring!! (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2019-08-12, 19:14:49 (107.139.217.246)
You are right...my mistake .......
85: Critic's Corner, RE: Michael Lavorgna is retiring!! (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2019-08-12, 12:52:20 (107.139.217.246)
Michael posted a new entry on his site discussing Bill Dixon albums. Weird .......
86: Critic's Corner, Michael Lavorgna is retiring!! (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2019-08-10, 03:52:51 (107.139.217.246)
The Twittering Machine site just seemed to get rolling. I hope everything is ok with Michael. https://twitteringmachines.com/farewell/ .......
87: Critic's Corner, RE: I don't know if it will survive (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2019-06-24, 04:10:55 (107.139.217.246)
MQA maybe for cellular transmitted Hi Rez. But even with that, one's data would be used up quickly. I think MQA was a format invented to "tickle" the ears of labels and failed. If I am correct, Warner .......
88: Critic's Corner, RE: Where will MQA be a year from now (5/23/19)? (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2019-05-29, 03:01:17 (107.139.217.246)
A year has passed since this thread was started. .......
89: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Anyone heard or own PS Audio M700 Stellar mono amps? (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2019-05-05, 08:49:33 (107.139.217.246)
What do you dslike about the products you have owned? .......
90: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Anyone heard or own PS Audio M700 Stellar mono amps? (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2019-04-23, 08:48:03 (174.232.128.226)
I believe so. The insides look identical to the Job225. The Nuforce version only has 80 watts. It really is an outstanding amp. Especially if you like heavy Rock, electronic music. The amp does great .......
91: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Anyone heard or own PS Audio M700 Stellar mono amps? (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2019-04-22, 14:29:00 (107.139.217.246)
My Omen Defs are 8 ohms. .......
92: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Anyone heard or own PS Audio M700 Stellar mono amps? (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2019-04-22, 14:28:00 (107.139.217.246)
My Nuforce is class A/B(Built by Goldmund). I believe its the only a/b amp with Nuforce name .......
93: Critic's Corner, RE: I'd rather have the Tannoy Westminster Royal GR (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2019-04-22, 06:58:08 (174.232.157.64)
I'm always surprised how people get "goofy" when $100K plus audio systems are reviewed of showcased. People with money spend millions on earrings, cars, boats, etc. So why not audio if that is your in .......
94: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Anyone heard or own PS Audio M700 Stellar mono amps? (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2019-04-22, 06:50:43 (174.232.157.64)
Glad to hear. My Nuforce STA200 (Class a/b) is wonderful and outstanding. However, I listen to ALL kinds of music. Especially bop Jazz trios, classical, etc. I just wish the Nuforce had just a little .......
95: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Anyone heard or own PS Audio M700 Stellar mono amps? (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2019-04-22, 04:41:33 (107.139.217.246)
I'm thinking of trying the amps out to replace my NuForce STA200. The reviews that I have read are all wonderful. I'm not worried about the class a/b vs D debate. Any thoughts wpould be greatly appre .......
96: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: I heard them with MLs (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2019-04-18, 04:03:44 (107.139.217.246)
I always thought the Gamut D200 looked interesting. I would not mind having to "dig" to change the gain since it would probably be a one time thing unless you changed components around it. ::: TOPIC:: .......
97: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: I heard them with MLs (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2019-04-15, 07:24:32 (174.232.18.98)
I wish more amps had gain settings like the BM. Accuphase is one that comes to mind, however, they are quite pricey .......
98: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: I do understand your point of view......... (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2019-04-12, 04:17:35 (107.139.217.246)
I agree. Plus, Im running a Rogue RP-5 tube preamp. I can always change the "flavor" a little by tube rolling. .......
99: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Benchmark AHB2 on backorder everywhere (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2019-04-12, 04:16:34 (107.139.217.246)
direct usb from Roon core into my main Dac .......
100: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Benchmark AHB2 on backorder everywhere (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2019-04-10, 15:33:27 (107.139.217.246)
I no longer have the bluesound since ROON now supports Qobuz. .......
101: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Benchmark AHB2 on backorder everywhere (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2019-04-10, 04:21:44 (107.139.217.246)
Looks like this amp has become quite popular. Any Asylum members have experience with this amp? I'm now on the email list for when new stock is available .......
102: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Price Drop on Yamaha A-S2100 Integrated! (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2019-04-06, 05:26:02 (107.139.217.246)
I wonder if anyone is just using the Yamaha just as an amp with external Pre .......
103: Critic's Corner, RE: Agree 100 percent ... (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2019-02-24, 13:14:19 (107.139.217.246)
I think Roon is fantastci .......
104: Critic's Corner, Now that MQA is dead, what will be the next big thing in audio? (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2019-02-11, 07:06:16 (107.139.217.246)
I really do not think we'll see any new "hi-REZ" formats for quite a while. I think maybe the next thing will be something along the lines of a 2 channel "surround" format. A modern day SRS? I can't .......
105: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Great pictures. Glad you seem to be liking it ... (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2019-02-08, 05:08:17 (107.139.217.246)
I fell in love with the new Yamahas when they came out a few years back. However, I'm thinking of going tubes. Since I run a 2.1 system (going to 2.2 later this year), I'm not so concerned with missin .......
106: Critic's Corner, RE: Where will MQA be a year from now (5/23/19)? (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2019-02-08, 05:02:48 (107.139.217.246)
Once they go full catalog, you'll really like the selection. I would say similar to Tidal, etc for selection...with much more HI rez content. If it's not MQA, Tidal will not offer anything above redbo .......
107: Critic's Corner, RE: DARKO is a fantastic review site (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2019-02-04, 03:16:49 (107.139.217.246)
Keep up the great work .......
108: Critic's Corner, RE: DARKO is a fantastic review site (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2019-01-28, 06:07:33 (107.139.217.246)
Watching a Guttenberg video and he mentioned Darko being one of his favorite writers .......
109: Critic's Corner, RE: DARKO is a fantastic review site (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2019-01-24, 03:41:33 (107.139.217.246)
I agree. Plus, John is getting out much more going to shows, manufacturers, etc. Probably because sponsors are increasing. .......
110: Critic's Corner, RE: DARKO is a fantastic review site (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2019-01-23, 14:54:30 (107.139.217.246)
I agree. Audiostream appears dead. Michael's new site has improved over the last month or two. Plus, it looks like he has new sponsors as well. Too bad for Audiostream, it was once my go to all things .......
111: Critic's Corner, DARKO is a fantastic review site (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2019-01-23, 14:05:12 (107.139.217.246)
I am starting to like the videos as well. I actually enjoyed Audiostream with Michael Lavorgna, however, I just can't get into it now. Lavorgna's Twittering Machine site is starting to pick up steam a .......
112: Critic's Corner, RE: Where will MQA be a year from now (5/23/19)? (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2019-01-23, 13:58:16 (107.139.217.246)
I've been a Qobuz user for last 1 1/2 years (from when I was overseas). The ROON Integration is fantastic. I actually just posted my Bluesound Node 2 on ebay since I no longer need it. I only used it .......
113: Cable Asylum, RE: Duelund RCA Interconnects...anyone use? (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2019-01-23, 05:16:26 (107.139.217.246)
The cables turned out nice and sound great with no break in...so they will only improve. I have purchased KLE Pure Harmony plugs and will use them for the rest of the cables I plan to build. The SC pl .......
114: Critic's Corner, RE: A common issue with speaker ad/promo copy (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2019-01-20, 08:54:28 (107.139.217.246)
Poor photoshop job. Unless the woman is a giant, the totems are out of proportion (even with incline) (the speakers are around 3 feet tall. Plus no shadows or anything in sand. The speaker lighting is .......
115: Critic's Corner, RE: Audio Physic Step Plus (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2019-01-20, 08:47:21 (107.139.217.246)
I like the speaker ads that show no wires/cables when staged in a listening position .......
116: Cable Asylum, RE: Duelund RCA Interconnects...anyone use? (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2019-01-15, 04:36:13 (107.139.217.246)
I'm going to build my first pair of interconnects this weekend using Duelund 16a, cheaper Switchcraft plug. Plus, I have cable sleeving and shrink tubing. I'm actually looking forward to this. If the .......
117: Critic's Corner, RE: Where will MQA be a year from now (5/23/19)? (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2019-01-09, 06:51:21 (107.139.217.246)
We are close to 3/4 of a year since I started this thread. Were there any MQA talk at CES? .......
118: Cable Asylum, Duelund RCA Interconnects...anyone use? (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2019-01-08, 07:59:46 (107.139.217.246)
I know the "Jeff's Place" sound is quite popular among many audiophile with using vintage Western Electric wire for speakers and Belden 8402 mic cable as interconnects. I know Jeff also liked using Du .......
119: Cable Asylum, RE: Shielded vs Unshielded RCA Interconnects (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2019-01-08, 07:42:29 (107.139.217.246)
Thanks for the kind words. Basically, looks like I need to try a pair and see if I have any interference. At our old place (12 years ago), you would sometimes hear radio signals at night faintly if yo .......
120: Cable Asylum, Shielded vs Unshielded RCA Interconnects (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2019-01-07, 03:27:12 (107.139.217.246)
Lots of debate all over the various blogs. Some experts say unbalanced RCA's MUST be shielded, others say depends if you have noisy environment. One even said if the cable is anywhere near a power cor .......
121: Critic's Corner, RE: So, Art Dudley has a review amp go up in flames (literally) (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2019-01-02, 14:32:24 (107.139.217.246)
I mentioned this in another thread about this topic. 1. AD was probably really pissed (I would if damage to my home could have happened.). Thus, the reason not to accept another unit for review. 2. W .......
122: Speaker Asylum, RE: garage sale speakers "Pioneer CS-99A" (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2018-12-26, 16:53:03 (107.139.217.246)
Find some Orange grills and you could get a boat load. Pioneer's version of a classic .......
123: Critic's Corner, RE: Art Dudley/ Fuse (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2018-12-26, 06:14:03 (107.139.217.246)
The big question is: If this had been a McIntosh, AR or any other major brand with big $$$, would the fire had been mentioned at all? Yes, I've read reviews where a binding post or something may have .......
124: Critic's Corner, RE: J.A. re subscription (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2018-12-20, 06:11:21 (107.139.217.246)
Many publications do this with new subscribers. Especially with the discounted plans. Check mailing label and make sure the end date of subscription is for current or next edition of year you paid up .......
125: General Asylum, RE: Music Direct 2019 catalog (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2018-11-23, 10:09:10 (107.139.217.246)
Much of those catalogs are paid for by the manufacturers that are featured. I believe Sweetwater's Pro Audio catalogs are pretty much free to the company due to manufactures contributions. I would say .......
126: Critic's Corner, RE: But in Japan.... (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2018-11-23, 10:04:02 (107.139.217.246)
Is this similar to the Blu-Spec cds? Basically, a marketing gimmick. SONY converted all of their media disc lines (CD,BD, DVD) to be able to press any current format. Their dedicated CD manufacturing .......
127: Critic's Corner, RE: Is it me or has MQA hype died down quite a bit? (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2018-11-18, 06:36:42 (107.139.217.246)
More and more TIDAL streams activate the orange/red light vs the artist/studio approved blue light. Is Tidal converting hi rez files to MQA on the fly? .......
128: Amp/Preamp Asylum, This new Yamaha amp is beautiful (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2018-11-13, 04:04:28 (107.139.217.246)
I know this will be quite expensive...I would love to purchase one one day. The pre and TT look very nice as well https://europe.yamaha.com/en/products/audio_visual/hifi_components/m-5000/index.html : .......
129: Critic's Corner, Is it me or has MQA hype died down quite a bit? (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2018-11-13, 04:01:43 (107.139.217.246)
The latest issues of SP and TAS no longer seem like marketing booklets for MQA. Not a whole lot on the news front. Not many new major MQA devices (at the affordable level) announced. Has MQA run its c .......
130: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Thinking About Joining The Dark Side (SS)..... (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2018-10-29, 03:57:41 (107.139.217.246)
This baby is a steal...class a/b. You will not regret https://www.audioadvisor.com/prodinfo.asp?number=NUSTA200 .......
131: Critic's Corner, RE: Where will MQA be a year from now (5/23/19)? (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2018-10-15, 17:04:35 (107.139.217.246)
We are almost at the 6 month mark of this thread. .......
132: Critic's Corner, RE: I really appreciate the sentiment.... (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2018-07-11, 03:35:59 (107.139.217.246)
Another human being brought her pain and experience here. Forums like AA are sometimes the only outlet for such grief (maybe not in Sue's case). The reply was really judgemental about Sue. Sometimes o .......
133: Critic's Corner, RE: Where will MQA be a year from now (5/23/19)? (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2018-06-25, 16:52:10 (107.139.217.246)
Over on the Hoffman forum, a thread was started stating McIntosh has passed on MQA as well. I have not researched further, just thought I would pass along. http://forums.stevehoffman.tv/threads/mcinto .......
134: Critic's Corner, RE: Where will MQA be a year from now (5/23/19)? (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2018-06-23, 05:34:16 (107.139.217.246)
Interesting read...thanks for posting .......
135: Critic's Corner, RE: Interesting new response policy at AudioStream (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2018-06-22, 05:21:48 (107.139.217.246)
You know I thought the same thing. I get a really expensive network player or something, the amp threw me off. Maybe this amp is a favor for the manufacturer from the writer's previous gig ::: TOPIC:: .......
136: Critic's Corner, RE: MQA will be fully integrated into block chain tech . . . (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2018-06-20, 15:45:23 (107.139.217.246)
Is MQA actually available on Deezer yet? I know the 16/44 is now up on Bluesound if you subscribe to that tier. .......
137: Critic's Corner, RE: A better question might be (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2018-06-17, 18:08:47 (107.139.217.246)
If you use fold up chairs ( lol) .......
138: Critic's Corner, RE: Soundstage (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2018-06-17, 18:07:19 (107.139.217.246)
I love Soundstage reviews!! The SS review played a big role in deciding to purchase a Rogue RP-5. Their descriptions were spot on with what I was looking for ( tube pre, but not too tuby- more neutral .......
139: Critic's Corner, RE: Where will MQA be a year from now (5/23/19)? (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2018-06-17, 05:29:40 (107.139.217.246)
I need to add a correction to my original post. Apparently DEEZER has signed on to use MQA as well. I'm not certain if it is actually implemented yet. .......
140: Critic's Corner, RE: A better question might be (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2018-06-17, 05:27:54 (107.139.217.246)
I've even seen Murphy Beds in apartment models. Plus, these are not cheap units either. I'm sure people from Europe probably laugh at our observaations :) .......
141: Critic's Corner, RE: A better question might be (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2018-06-16, 04:08:56 (107.139.217.246)
I photograph commercial architecture for a living and shoot many new apartment buildings. There is barely any room for a floor lamp in these places , let alone a set of speakers or components. Earbuds .......
142: Critic's Corner, RE: Actually... (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2018-05-29, 16:00:41 (107.139.217.246)
If TIDAL goes under..I say that will be the last we see of MQA. I have heard HDTracks streaming will be MQA for months...however...no news. .......
143: Critic's Corner, RE: "This is all about the aging of the baby boom." (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2018-05-24, 14:20:02 (107.139.217.246)
This is all about the aging of the baby boom. Baby boomers used to follow baby boomer reviewers like a pack of rats leaving a sinking ship." You make a valid point Baby Boomer= closer to retirement, p .......
144: Critic's Corner, RE: Were you aware that US Sprint paid cash (or so I was told) for a substantial minority position in Tidal? (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2018-05-24, 06:02:11 (107.139.217.246)
Maybe I was reading things wrong. However, I got the feeling the labels were really gung ho with MQA. Espccially with the DRM capabilities and all. I would think the labels would saddle up and stuff i .......
145: Critic's Corner, RE: Were you aware that US Sprint paid cash (or so I was told) for a substantial minority position in Tidal? (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2018-05-24, 04:55:43 (107.139.217.246)
QBUZ is coming soon to the US again so it will be interesting to see where they sit in the crowded streaming market. Many audiophiles are not buying MQA. General consumers don't care. The record labe .......
146: Critic's Corner, Where will MQA be a year from now (5/23/19)? (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2018-05-23, 06:14:29 (107.139.217.246)
Just curious. Back in the day, General Motors would make all the auto shows with an exciting product. However, by the time the product hit the showroom floor, it was old news or dumbed down to a car w .......
147: Critic's Corner, RE: Oppo Digital is Gone... (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2018-04-05, 05:17:59 (107.139.217.246)
I still use my 103 for SACD. I'll just hang on to it. For 4k Blu-Ray, I'll just purchase a separate player (when we get a 4k TV). I'm not certain why Pioneer is not selling their new SACD player in th .......
148: Critic's Corner, RE: Maybe for a biz "investment", but for artists' projects its great. (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2018-02-03, 07:36:43 (107.139.217.246)
I've corresponded with Jeff a few times and he has always been great to chat with. .......
149: Critic's Corner, RE: Sony? Seriously? (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2018-01-27, 05:05:25 (107.139.217.246)
I am a professional photographer and I switched to SONY (from Canon) 2 1/2 years ago. Sony has really turned things around camera wise .......
150: General Asylum, RE: Beatles recording console (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2018-01-27, 05:02:43 (107.139.217.246)
I know Ringo auctioned off his old Beatles kits recently. Propbably much more sentimental to others than to Ringo. .......
151: Critic's Corner, RE: there are certain advantages the print medium *can* have, which is what must be leveraged (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2018-01-26, 05:47:59 (107.139.217.246)
I love Soundstage. The review of the Benchmark amp from a couple years ago is what got me interested in purchasing one. I hope to purchase in the next couple of month. .......
152: Critic's Corner, RE: Do you prefer print or web-based audio publications and why (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2018-01-24, 05:12:48 (107.139.217.246)
I like print magazines, however, I like the web for research (it's so easy with Google). Plus, I am one who likes the ads in TAS an SP. Especially toward the back of the magazine. Good way to see uniq .......
153: Critic's Corner, RE: At the end of the day, not a lot of MQA content (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2018-01-23, 14:34:49 (107.139.217.246)
I do say SONY probably needs to get on board. .......
154: Critic's Corner, RE: At the end of the day, not a lot of MQA content (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2018-01-23, 14:34:01 (107.139.217.246)
Yes, I mean HDtracks streaming. .......
155: Critic's Corner, RE: At the end of the day, not a lot of MQA content (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2018-01-23, 11:33:51 (107.139.217.246)
I thought I read HD tracks would be MQA, am I correct? .......
156: Critic's Corner, RE: The Tidal "selection" you see on the [Masters] tab are just the curated albums... (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2018-01-23, 09:27:03 (107.77.195.38)
Yes. If MQA is the bees knees, one would think that at least every new album from participating record labels that go to Tidal would have an MQA version .......
157: Critic's Corner, RE: The Tidal "selection" you see on the [Masters] tab are just the curated albums... (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2018-01-23, 05:56:23 (107.139.217.246)
yes..I think the limited selection may hurt MQA in the long run .......
158: Critic's Corner, RE: At the end of the day, not a lot of MQA content (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2018-01-23, 04:46:13 (107.139.217.246)
Agree. Qobuz is hitting the US this spring. I love my sublime+ subscription. I keep hearing about HDtracks streaming.......but no news lately. .......
159: Critic's Corner, At the end of the day, not a lot of MQA content (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2018-01-22, 19:16:59 (107.139.217.246)
Many forums are lit up with MQA chatter. MQA has large displays st audio shows. Articles and advertisements all over the audio magazines and websites. Debates, accusations....you name it....MQA has be .......
160: Critic's Corner, RE: Congrats on being the keynote at Axpona this year (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2018-01-22, 06:37:27 (107.139.217.246)
Fantastic. Hope he gets one soon. .......
161: Critic's Corner, RE: Congrats on being the keynote at Axpona this year (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2018-01-21, 08:53:20 (107.139.217.246)
John, do you have any idea when Pro-Ject may be sending you a review unit of their new low priced S2 mqa dac? I have one and think its a fantastic sounding DAC for all formats (mqa, pcm, dsd). I even .......
162: Digital Drive, RE: Only $30k? (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2018-01-21, 07:54:43 (107.139.217.246)
People really go overboard in Japn with audio. Huge market with the wealthy over there. .......
163: General Asylum, RE: Any advise on buying "USED" interconnects? (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2018-01-20, 09:50:43 (173.88.48.40)
I'm thinking of going 100% Zu cables .......
164: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: REVIEW: Rogue Audio RP-5 Preamplifier (Tube) (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2018-01-18, 12:57:06 (173.88.48.40)
How would you compare the NOS Mullard's sound to the stock JJ's? .......
165: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: REVIEW: Rogue Audio RP-5 Preamplifier (Tube) (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2018-01-17, 11:58:31 (173.88.48.40)
I have the RP-5 (3 months now) and it's a fantastic preamp, even with stock tubes). I love all the connection options. I use the loop input for an EQ when I listen at low volumes (use the eq as a loud .......
166: Critic's Corner, RE: Prima Luna / Schiit / Ads (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2018-01-17, 11:55:02 (173.88.48.40)
What about the latest ads are you referring to? .......
167: Critic's Corner, RE: That's why the claim the "MQA is not DRM" rings hollow... (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2018-01-16, 09:20:11 (107.77.194.5)
I agree about CES. There are always big posters, web pages devoted to all of the MQA partners.The problem is....it's still Tidal, Bluesound, meridian,etc. Oppo is on board through a limited access usi .......
168: Critic's Corner, RE: Could Universal, Warner, etc could stop releasing NON MQA hi rez? (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2018-01-15, 13:17:46 (173.88.48.40)
Interesting thoughts. We may see a company, like Tidal, go 100% MQA even with their 16/44 tracks. .......
169: Critic's Corner, Could Universal, Warner, etc could stop releasing NON MQA hi rez? (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2018-01-15, 05:51:48 (173.88.48.40)
I know there is a lot of backlash toward MQA. From what I understand, many record labels are inve$ted in MQA themselves (please correct if I am wrong). So, what if those major labels decided to stop d .......
170: Speaker Asylum, RE: Wrong Loki product? (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2018-01-11, 12:15:03 (173.88.48.40)
I use the Loki in my preamp's processor loop and turn on when listening late at night. I slightly boosted the low end and basically use it as a loudness control. Great product. .......
171: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Will Class D ever become the norm for audiophile components? (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2018-01-07, 06:56:25 (173.88.48.40)
I'm not talking A/V receivers but dedicated audiophile amps. There are some fantastic class d amps from W4S, NuPrime, Bel Canto, etc. that out perform class a units. I had a Pioneer Elite Class D A/V .......
172: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: cheap receivers (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2018-01-02, 05:34:53 (173.88.48.40)
Sounds like you already know what you want. Take $600 and buy a few thru Amazon and return the ones that don't pass the test .......
173: Critic's Corner, RE: John Meyer: Stop chasing the next big thing and go with FLAC instead (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2017-12-30, 07:06:03 (173.88.48.40)
Apple probably has the best overall music catalog and selection. From what I have heard, Apple has everything stored at 16/44 or higher and the music is downsampled at the output stage (streaming, dow .......
174: Critic's Corner, RE: Have you heard Digital Files? At home? Flac, Wav, or Apple Codecs (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2017-12-30, 07:01:00 (173.88.48.40)
Apple Lossless is Apple's version of FLAC. Itunes streams and downloads are 256k AAC .......
175: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: "giant killing" class D amps? (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2017-12-30, 06:44:57 (173.88.48.40)
I agree. Maybe a cheapie system to listen to a ball game in your garage. That's about it. Just get a cheap receiver at BB .... .......
176: Critic's Corner, RE: John Meyer: Stop chasing the next big thing and go with FLAC instead (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2017-12-26, 05:36:36 (173.88.48.40)
I have my entire CD collection (30,000 + tracks) ripped to apple lossless and have no issues whatsoever. I stopped purchasing new CDs a few years ago and now prefer lossless /hi rez streaming or purch .......
177: Speaker Asylum, RE: I've had pricey audiophile subs (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2017-12-18, 06:52:18 (173.88.48.40)
I just ordered the SVS sb2000. I'll try it, if it blends nicely, I'll get a second. The sub goes down to 19 hkz so I may use my 2 channel system's TV input more for movies, shows etc (no surround) ::: .......
178: Critic's Corner, RE: As other apologists have alluded to (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2017-12-17, 07:06:27 (173.88.48.40)
I disagree... Barry Diament's CD masters in the original CD era sound fantastic. Much better than many of the remasters that came out later. I do agree, however, most were not good. Many were just fla .......
179: Critic's Corner, RE: There's an aspect to this MQA controversy which is both curious and entertaining... (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2017-12-16, 09:39:08 (173.88.48.40)
I don't have a dog in the fight. However, what many audiophiles prefer in sound quality (older vinyl recordings) are probably furthest from the original master that the engineers heard in the studio. .......
180: Speaker Asylum, REL vs SVS subwoofers for music? (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2017-12-08, 07:18:51 (173.88.48.40)
I have Zu Omen Defs connected to a NuForce STA200 (class a/b) amp. REL has suggested a T9 SVS has a cheaper SB-2000 which seems to be closer for half the price I've read numerous places that REL is wa .......
181: General Asylum, Do step down transformers degrade sound? (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2017-12-04, 03:28:25 (173.88.48.40)
Just curious if one purchased a component from Japan, would a step down transformer have any effect on sound quality? .......
182: Critic's Corner, RE: Neil Young Archives -- True High-Resolution Gamechanger? (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2017-12-04, 03:01:42 (173.88.48.40)
Assuming hi fi + was reviewing the sound quality, i dont see how Qobuz is not 5/5. Qobuz sublime + is outstanding. The Qobuz example is why I wonder the need for MQA. HDtracks should just use regular .......
183: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Now have the AHB2 (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2017-12-01, 17:42:56 (173.88.48.40)
To be honest, I'm really thinking of just keeping my STA200 and hold off for a while. The Nuforce sounds that good. I have a Schiit passive pre between the Rogue and the NuForce to dial back a bit of .......
184: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Now have the AHB2 (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2017-11-30, 08:01:04 (173.88.48.40)
Yes. I would purchase Balanced to rca cable adaptors that Benchmark offers as a start. The amp may not be for everybody and every system. When the Beatles released the remasters back in 2009, many peo .......
185: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Now have the AHB2 (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2017-11-30, 06:07:24 (173.88.48.40)
Chatting with wife yesterday...she said Nothing on the floor. The Benchmark is really close in size with my current NuForce STA200. The NuForce is also class A/B and hardly gets warm. The real appeal .......
186: Critic's Corner, RE: This is deeply saddening.. (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2017-11-29, 14:37:58 (173.88.48.40)
wow...just last week he was replying to some of my post's here on AA. This is a real shocker :( .......
187: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Now have the AHB2 (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2017-11-29, 04:25:31 (173.88.48.40)
If space were @n issue, looks like the Benchmark would be the winner since sound is " close enough" to the FW. Thats another reason i was looking at the BM. I could keep my current entertainment cente .......
188: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Now have the AHB2 (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2017-11-28, 15:04:34 (173.88.48.40)
Thanks for feedback. Keep posting your thoughts as you compare the two. I would be interested in your thoughts on low volume listening (both amps) as well. .......
189: Critic's Corner, RE: I know it's wrong (*)(**)(***), and I feel badly about it (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2017-11-27, 13:51:00 (173.88.48.40)
Why so much hate for Michael? I really like Audiostream (along with DAR) for the "streaming,digital,computer audio" side of things. He seems like he is a pretty likable fellow. I think his reviews are .......
190: Critic's Corner, Going to attend first audio show in 2018...adice please (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2017-11-24, 07:02:17 (173.88.48.40)
From the people here, which show (North America) is the most suitable for someone who does not in work in manufacturing or reviewing of audio equipment? Certain days or times that is ideal? Are people .......
191: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Anyone running Benchmark AHB2 amp with tube pre? (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2017-11-24, 06:00:37 (173.88.48.40)
As I have been reading more reviews of the Benchmark, I'm really thinking of picking one up after new year. I like the idea of the amp exhibiting an unbiased neutral sound as to wear I can tube roll f .......
192: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: New Power AMP Suggestion (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2017-11-24, 05:58:12 (173.88.48.40)
I had the 110 watt version of the B&K. When I switched to the Nuforce, the veil must have been 3 inches thick. What a difference. And I like a laid back, warm sound. The NuForce is class A/B just a ti .......
193: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: New Power AMP Suggestion (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2017-11-23, 05:58:44 (173.88.48.40)
A great amp. I purchased for a second system.....now in main system for a while. A $1400 amp for $499. Pretty much identical to a Job225 https://www.amazon.com/NuForce-STA200-160-watt-Power-Amplifier- .......
194: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Haven't got a tube pre but.... (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2017-11-22, 06:00:04 (173.88.48.40)
Please share updates. I'm curious myself. FirstWatt J2 (maybe f7) is also on my list. .......
195: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Anyone running Benchmark AHB2 amp with tube pre? (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2017-11-22, 05:58:41 (173.88.48.40)
Actually, I think it was here on another thread. Sorry. Too many forums to spend time on these days :) .......
196: Critic's Corner, RE: In Letters to the Editor in this month's Ab Snd, MQA is explained very simply. (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2017-11-21, 18:26:53 (173.88.48.40)
I never got audio " trickery" devices. I had a Sony Multidisc player about 20 years ago. The Unit had DSP effects buttion ( stadium, club, church, etc) much like some A/V receivers. I never got trying .......
197: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Anyone running Benchmark AHB2 amp with tube pre? (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2017-11-20, 15:26:48 (173.88.48.40)
ahh I see. The person I chatted with at AG tried the GamuT and the Nad and chose the NAD. That's where I saw the similarities. I believe he also had an accuphase as well. .......
198: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Anyone running Benchmark AHB2 amp with tube pre? (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2017-11-20, 13:14:37 (173.88.48.40)
ahh I believe we chatted on the audiogon board. I remember you being very high on the NAD .......
199: Critic's Corner, RE: Sorry, I missed my earlier error. (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2017-11-20, 04:27:51 (173.88.48.40)
The mixing process is where any major left/right/center decisions are made. Stereo releases in 50's and 60's had much more far left-right separation due to stereo being a new format (had to show it of .......
200: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Anyone running Benchmark AHB2 amp with tube pre? (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2017-11-20, 03:48:58 (173.88.48.40)
Thanks for the thread. I have very sensative speakers as well ( zu omen defs 101db).you providEd some great info. At least i can try for 30 days over here. Just curious..what amp did you end up with? .......
201: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Anyone running Benchmark AHB2 amp with tube pre? (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2017-11-19, 17:41:54 (173.88.48.40)
Just wondering how the combination sounds. Im thinking of checking out the benchmark. .......
202: Critic's Corner, RE: What % of low-mid fi components sourced from same overseas factories? (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2017-11-14, 08:03:20 (107.77.193.40)
I can't remember how long it took the Lexicon player to be "called out", but with today's emphasis on opening the box and posting pictures online, an example that drastic would put a real damper right .......
203: Critic's Corner, RE: What % of low-mid fi components sourced from same overseas factories? (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2017-11-13, 08:00:01 (173.88.48.40)
Oh yes. The $5000 blu ray. Lexicon didnt do much to hide anything if i recall. That would be like opening a Mcintosh amp and seeing the insides of an NAD amp .......
204: Critic's Corner, What % of low-mid fi components sourced from same overseas factories? (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2017-11-13, 06:32:36 (173.88.48.40)
If you take a look thru China Direct sights (Alibab, etc) you'll see some components (Dacs, amps) that, at least, look similar to the Brand Name versions available thru hi fi dealers. I know for a fa .......
205: Critic's Corner, Re: MQA - look at all the "next greatest things" ... (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2017-11-13, 04:05:59 (173.88.48.40)
No wonder Quad failed: The third major format for 4-channel vinyl LPs, known as CD-4 or Quadradisc, was devised by the Japanese JVC Corporation along with its United States counterpart RCA Records. Th .......
206: Critic's Corner, Re: MQA - look at all the "next greatest things" ... (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2017-11-13, 04:02:52 (173.88.48.40)
I was still a child at the time, however, somebody must have really tried to push Quadraphonic back in the day. Im wondering if RCA was behind much of it since i remember quite a few RCA quad releases .......
207: Critic's Corner, RE: Mark Waldrep's take on MQA (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2017-11-13, 03:44:41 (173.88.48.40)
I would guess, at this point, MQA's best bet is to lay low and let more content, manufactuerers and streaming services get on board. I believe TEAC and some others are going to offer MQA decoding. HDT .......
208: Critic's Corner, RE: And Also a Shame (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2017-11-11, 07:37:55 (173.88.48.40)
That makes sense since cars are turned over many times. I was chatting, last year, with a district rep for Whirlpool (Kitchen Aid, Jenn Aire etc). He stated the appliance companies are now pushing "co .......
209: Critic's Corner, RE: And Also a Shame (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2017-11-11, 06:09:54 (173.88.48.40)
Gee.......that is interesting stuff. Makes me wonder why Meridian is still in business. .......
210: Critic's Corner, RE: And Also a Shame (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2017-11-11, 05:23:33 (173.88.48.40)
I thought i once read that Bob Stuart married into a very influencial publishing family. If so, i wonder if any audio mag ( US or abroad) have any ties. Again, i could be wrong. .......
211: Critic's Corner, RE: C'mon, Dale. (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2017-11-10, 14:49:39 (173.88.48.40)
Most the music reviewd or used in equipment tests do not appeal to me as well. Dont assume minorities are not smart enough to read thru the music selection and "get" the evaluation. Are you he guy ta .......
212: Critic's Corner, RE: Yeah, I see the same thing re: headphones. (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2017-11-09, 12:41:34 (173.88.48.40)
I totally get what you are saying. However, young people music and audiophile reviews rarely cross pass. Maybe they should. I've never seen a death Metal album review or a Miley Cyrus review in the ma .......
213: Critic's Corner, RE: Of course it was extreme (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2017-11-09, 06:55:08 (107.77.195.136)
Good points. "Victimism" is big $$$. To be honest, I could not tell you the Ethnicity of any audio writer unless they had a photo by the article or I saw a video or picture. It's not something I reall .......
214: Critic's Corner, RE: Lamer. (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2017-11-09, 04:46:06 (173.88.48.40)
I do think the audio publications are reaching out to a younger audience with more emphasis on portable/headphone audio. We were having dinner a few years back with someone who owned a winery in Orego .......
215: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: M32 (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2017-11-08, 14:23:31 (173.88.48.40)
Having a gain setting would be fantastic. My amp's gain is 34.8 db (higher than normal). Most amps are around 28 or under. I wish I could swing an Accuphase. Those things are works of art. The NAD sou .......
216: Critic's Corner, RE: Glass CDs (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2017-11-08, 14:17:37 (173.88.48.40)
Wouldn't the same emi/rfi interference occur at the mastering or yet pressing stage of the cd? Thus any noise attributed to such is printed along with the file? .......
217: Critic's Corner, RE: Man, its 2017. How many black reviewers does S'phile have? How about other hifi mags/e-zines? (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2017-11-08, 12:49:42 (173.88.48.40)
If my livelihood depended on sales of hifi gear (which is true for the mags as well as hifi manufacturers) I wouldn't be satisfied with just appealing to Asian audiophiles and old white guys and claim .......
218: Critic's Corner, RE: Man, its 2017. How many black reviewers does S'phile have? How about other hifi mags/e-zines? (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2017-11-08, 10:04:18 (173.88.48.40)
Here's the question that should be asked. "How many black audio journalists have applied to work for the various publications?" That question will probably lead to the answer as to why very few black .......
219: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Suggestion for a low gain SS amp? (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2017-11-07, 09:51:01 (173.88.48.40)
This has nothing about showing off more boxes. .......
220: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: M32 (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2017-11-07, 03:51:17 (173.88.48.40)
keep us updated on the NAD .......
221: Critic's Corner, RE: Ouch! That Hurts! (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2017-11-07, 03:34:19 (173.88.48.40)
I agree with his opinion on MQA. However, Im not that familiar with his work. Just curious if the engineer brick walls his masters to death. .......
222: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Suggestion for a low gain SS amp? (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2017-11-06, 13:36:00 (173.88.48.40)
I'm actually looking at a pair of Horn Monos. I'm just afraid of losing my low end that I enjoy with SS. .......
223: Critic's Corner, RE: Question for all industry Insiders (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2017-11-06, 13:27:23 (173.88.48.40)
Is there a general consensus in the industry on what a "neutral" true to source speaker design is? The recent reviews of the newer Benchmark power amp suggest a "clinical" sound that is more for studi .......
224: Critic's Corner, Question for all industry Insiders (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2017-11-06, 06:36:45 (173.88.48.40)
Since my photography business slows this time of year, I have much more time to participate on various forums and think of goofy things to discuss. With all the talk about MQA (for and against), and v .......
225: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Suggestion for a low gain SS amp? (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2017-11-06, 05:04:45 (173.88.48.40)
I'm running Rogue RP-5 with ZU omen defs (101 db) and love the combo. Currently, I have a NUFORCE STA200. However the gain is quite high (34db). Ideally, I, due to preamp tube noise with my high effic .......
226: Tubes Asylum, Has anyone compared JJ 12au7-s to the Brimars? (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2017-11-05, 17:06:11 (173.88.48.40)
My new Rogue RP-5 has JJ 12au7-s from the factory. I like the sound, the top and bottom end. I would not mind just a little bit smoother mids. I know the NOS Mullards are known for their mids, however .......
227: Critic's Corner, RE: Glass CDs (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2017-11-05, 05:27:13 (173.88.48.40)
So, downloading the digital files should technically even be better since one process ( cd manufacturing) has been eliminated. Of course, assuming the same digital file is used at a download site and .......
228: Critic's Corner, RE: What might be a mistake to you could be a way of life for Atkinson, et al (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2017-11-05, 05:21:06 (173.88.48.40)
Wouldn't blind tests just muddy the waters even more? Some people like bright, some like warm. Some have super sensative hearing, some have poor hearng. Some may favor the music selection vs some may .......
229: Critic's Corner, Was SONY's Blu-Spec CD just a gimmick? (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2017-11-04, 08:00:22 (173.88.48.40)
A few years back, there was a bit of buzz on SONY's Blu-Spec CDs. I pretty much have heard nothing since original hype. My theory was that SONY replaced all the tooling on all their Digital Disk assem .......
230: Critic's Corner, RE: Really (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2017-11-03, 06:50:32 (173.88.48.40)
I'm looking forward to the January issue. Hopefully, the article looks at both sides of the debate honestly with quotes from actual industry professionals who are not MQA believers (Schiit, Ayre, Benc .......
231: Critic's Corner, RE: One big difference (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2017-11-01, 04:51:47 (173.88.48.40)
Funny you mentioned China Manufacturing. I was a plant manager for a major Automotive supplier. We would get components from China (and India) in cardboard trays. We would find newspapers, candy wrapp .......
232: High Efficiency Speaker Asylum, RE: Attenuating Amplifier Output for Horn Speakers (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2017-10-31, 04:38:50 (173.88.48.40)
http://quicksilveraudio.com/products/horn-mono/ .......
233: High Efficiency Speaker Asylum, RE: Solid State amp for Orangutan O/96? (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2017-10-31, 04:32:52 (173.88.48.40)
Im running the sta200 with zu omen defs (101db). It can be a bit noisy with a tube pre. The Nuforce has 34 db of gain which is about 6 or 7 db higher than norm. A solid state pre, it is dead quiet. Yo .......
234: Critic's Corner, RE: Perhaps right, definitely partially wrong. (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2017-10-31, 03:34:24 (173.88.48.40)
A few questions. 1. Do audio equipment reviewers get their hearing checked on a regular basis? I know some mastering engineers do. For obvious reasons, Pete Townshend would not be a good audio reviewe .......
235: Critic's Corner, RE: Perhaps right, definitely partially wrong. (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2017-10-30, 19:28:33 (173.88.48.40)
I wonder what Julian Hirsch would make of all this? .......
236: General Asylum, RE: In case you've been wondering about Monster Cable... (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2017-10-24, 13:44:20 (173.88.48.40)
So wait a minute. Monster designed and invented the headphones. They went into an agreement with Beats for the marketing purposes and to have a cool brand. Monster signed an agreement that allowed BEA .......
237: General Asylum, RE: Dumbest remark of the week from an audio dealer (0.00)
Posted by Dale Clark on 2017-10-24, 06:10:34 (173.88.48.40)
If I were a dealer (again not knowing anything about the retail side of things), I would not lower my price for someone coming in to negotiate. If I were willing to sell lower, I would mark the item a .......
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