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1: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Dusty needle (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2024-06-06, 11:07:52 (201.124.113.49)
Thanks .......
2: Vinyl Asylum, Dusty needle (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2024-06-02, 16:47:41 (107.134.229.198)
Hi everyone, I have noticed a couple of times that when the needle (Dynavector XX2) accumulates dust and lint the sound is more defined with more depth and low frequency notes sound amazing along with .......
3: General Asylum, RE: Is it possible ... (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2021-08-28, 15:30:43 (173.175.162.180)
Back in 1994 my cancer treatment protocol included cisplatin to treat testicular cancer . Thank God 27 years later I'm still here and ready to retire in June 2022. I had some nerve damage (neuropathy) .......
4: General Asylum, Is it possible ... (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2021-08-28, 11:26:10 (173.175.162.180)
that some audio enthusiasts go over so many systems trying to find that sound that satisfies their brains and their souls when the solution is a hearing aid? It happened to me. Dan .......
5: Inmate Central, RE: Which countries do we aid that you think we shouldn't? nt (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2021-04-30, 10:07:54 (216.171.95.22)
"Hell Americans don't provide aid to their own poor hungry and disadvantaged" THAT IS N0T TRUE. Dan .......
6: Inmate Central, RE: Which countries do we aid that you think we shouldn't? nt (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2021-04-30, 09:35:11 (172.58.72.225)
8 Heal the sick, raise the dead, cleanse those who have leprosy,[a] drive out demons. Freely you have received; freely give. .......
7: Inmate Central, RE: Like many inmates who have gone through this experience, I'm still distraught today. . . (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2021-04-28, 18:54:20 (173.175.162.180)
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8: General Asylum, RE: What happened to all the disc players? (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2021-02-03, 14:21:14 (216.171.95.20)
Both .......
9: Amp/Preamp Asylum, John Ellison PSAudio Stellar M1200 (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2020-12-23, 17:12:51 (173.175.162.180)
Review available in Stereophile .......
10: Speaker Asylum, RE: JBL L100 Classic (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2020-12-18, 08:11:10 (173.175.162.180)
There you go! A direct and concrete answer to a very simple question. I will get tthe speakers, don't like them? Sell them. Dan .......
11: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Opps, Sorry. Yes! (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2020-12-15, 20:37:08 (173.175.162.180)
Have you heard the Marantz 30? Comments? I'm thinking on buying one Thanks, Dan .......
12: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Two Options (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2020-12-15, 16:30:29 (173.175.162.180)
Cronus Magnum III PRICE IS $2995. .......
13: Speaker Asylum, RE: JBL L100 Classic are nice but (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2020-12-09, 10:56:54 (216.171.95.21)
the original request was: "It seems there is confusion, I am only interested in the new re-introduced L100 Classics that cost $4000.00 a pair. I don't care to discuss the older ones as I had a pair of .......
14: Speaker Asylum, RE: if you were going to buy commercially available speakers, what would they be? (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2020-07-26, 15:22:36 (172.58.99.29)
Hi! I have had a pair of JBL Studio 580 that I bought at 50% off from the JBL online store. I paid a total of $600 shipped. What a wonderful speaker! You will be surprised about the quality of these s .......
15: General Asylum, RE: Music Direct vs Audio Advice? (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2020-07-16, 17:29:44 (173.175.162.180)
Both are excellent vendors. I have bought audio components from both companies. I would buy from AA so I do not pay the sales tax. Dan .......
16: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: REVIEW: Decware Mystery Amp (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2020-05-10, 15:55:55 (107.206.132.27)
LazloPhoto, congratulations on your new amp. Did you consider other tube amps like Raven and Quicksilver as well? Dan .......
17: Speaker Asylum, RE: Salk Speakers (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2020-04-03, 13:55:06 (107.206.132.27)
Check AudioCircle to find more information .......
18: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Love KT120s with that amp (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2020-04-02, 17:04:23 (107.206.132.27)
Hi! What biased value did you set the 6550's? 35ma? I once contacted Rogue audio about KT88's (same amp) I was told never higher than 35ma. Dan .......
19: Speaker Asylum, RE: Best $500 max Floorstander? (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2019-07-02, 15:23:32 (107.206.132.27)
Hi! These speakers are great, easy to drive and excellent overall. Wait for a JBL sale and you can get them at 50% off. Dan .......
20: General Asylum, RE: Would you like a room like that? (nt) (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2019-06-03, 10:21:19 (97.77.230.23)
yes! Dan .......
21: General Asylum, RE: As I recall, the room was professionally designed originally (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2019-05-30, 14:20:14 (97.77.230.24)
Thanks you all for your suggestions! Dan .......
22: General Asylum, RE: Shed as a stereo room? (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2019-05-28, 14:21:04 (97.77.230.24)
Dill, one door and only one window. Dan .......
23: General Asylum, RE: Shed as a stereo room? (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2019-05-28, 10:45:37 (97.77.230.24)
This one. Dimensions:16by24 ft .......
24: General Asylum, RE: Shed as a stereo room? (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2019-05-27, 21:36:39 (107.206.132.27)
Dill, I'm in El Paso, TX. We do have some gusty winds from March to June every year. I was told by a Tuff representative that their sheds can stand these winds with no problems. I have two metallic sh .......
25: General Asylum, Shed as a stereo room? (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2019-05-27, 18:50:29 (107.206.132.27)
Hi, Anyone here has built one of these sheds for a stereo room in the backyard? I'm thinking of a 16ft by 20ft shed. Of course insulation, AC, etc will be added to it. .......
26: Vinyl Asylum, New McIntosh all in one turntable (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2019-01-26, 07:52:51 (107.206.132.27)
What are your thoughts on this new turntable? Dan .......
27: Classical Court, RE: What is the best all-around streaming service for Classical Music? (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2018-10-30, 19:32:10 (107.206.132.27)
How about this one? .......
28: Inmate Central, RE: So what you think of this poor woman struggling her way through the Mendelssohn? (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2018-10-30, 19:23:57 (107.206.132.27)
You're right! Sorry! Dan .......
29: Inmate Central, RE: So what you think of this poor woman struggling her way through the Mendelssohn? (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2018-10-29, 18:52:19 (107.206.132.27)
Poor woman? Really? Are you a classical music critic? .......
30: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Great combo (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2018-05-18, 15:15:57 (107.206.132.27)
Hello everyone! I just want to share with you all about a couple of additions to my audio system. I bought a Rogue Átlas Magnum amp (100 w/c, KT12Os) and a Space - Lab Tech QA112 preamp (5AX5, 6LS7s). .......
31: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Primaluna Amplifiers (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2018-03-31, 11:04:23 (107.206.132.27)
Thanks to all for their comments. Dan .......
32: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Primaluna Amplifiers (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2018-03-29, 21:02:52 (107.206.132.27)
Hi! I read two reviews about Primaluna amplifiers on The Absolute Sound (Dick Olsher) and Stereophile (measurements by Mr. Atkinson) in both cases they concluded that the high impedance output of the .......
33: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: To Preamp or not to Pre.. (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2018-02-27, 16:15:16 (107.206.132.27)
If the sound is much open and natural, then leave it like that for now Dan .......
34: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Rogue Atlas/Cronus amps (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2018-02-26, 20:17:04 (107.206.132.27)
Thanks Gary! .......
35: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Rogue Atlas/Cronus amps (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2018-02-24, 19:53:17 (107.206.132.27)
Forgot to mention My Atlas amp is a magnum version. No idea what the difference between Magnum and magnumII is. Dan .......
36: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Rogue Atlas/Cronus amps (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2018-02-24, 19:36:28 (107.206.132.27)
Stereo5, What bias value were you setting the EL34's? 30ma? Bill Magerman from Rogue said that magnum version has a plate voltage too high for EL34's. He recommends KT77's. Thanks for your info. Dan : .......
37: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Rogue Atlas/Cronus amps (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2018-02-24, 13:42:25 (107.206.132.27)
Hello everyone! Any one here with experience of using KT77's instead of KT120's? I am (JJ KT77's) and experiencing better results than using KT120's. My amp is a Rogue Atlas. Thanks, Dan .......
38: Classical Court, RE: Magaloff was one of Martha's teachers - I remember his set of Chopin Mazurkas on LP. . . (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2018-02-03, 16:52:17 (107.206.132.27)
1912? .......
39: Hi-Rez Highway, Sony UBP-X800 (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2017-11-25, 16:44:32 (107.206.132.27)
Hi! Anyone here using a Sony UBP-X800? The player has no analog outputs. How do you play stereo sacds with the Sony UBP-X800? Does the player have to be connected to a receiver with hdmi input? Who de .......
40: Speaker Asylum, RE: which speaker? (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2017-11-19, 17:12:35 (107.206.132.27)
Thanks George! Good advice! Dan .......
41: Speaker Asylum, RE: Indeed (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2017-11-16, 14:45:44 (97.77.230.24)
excellent suggestion Mr. Smith!! I will keep that in mind. Thanks, Dan .......
42: Speaker Asylum, RE: Room (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2017-11-16, 14:41:18 (97.77.230.24)
Yes, my wife does not care at all for music reproduction. Dan .......
43: Speaker Asylum, which speaker? (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2017-11-16, 10:43:54 (97.77.230.24)
Hi! I'm approaching my retirement and thinking about moving to a smaller house that has space to build a 19ft. by 14ft room (or something like that). On one end of the room I want a system with a plan .......
44: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Beethoven Symphony #9 recommendations? (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2017-05-16, 19:34:47 (107.206.132.27)
Reiner/ Chicago SO on RCA Munch/ Boston SO on RCA Excellent interpretations and terrific sound dynamics! Dan .......
45: Inmate Central, RE: German shepherd breeders (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2017-05-12, 18:33:38 (107.206.132.27)
Thanks to all that have shared their experiences and recommendations. Dan .......
46: Inmate Central, German shepherd breeders (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2017-05-09, 20:25:23 (107.206.132.27)
Hi everyone! I'm close to retirement and thinking about buying a GSD as my retirement present. I have read pretty much everything about this breed and I'm aware about its special needs and care. I hav .......
47: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Parasound A23 (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2017-04-05, 20:34:05 (107.206.132.27)
Thanks again for your input on this matter. I contacted Parasound about this issue and was told that I can connect only one source at a time directly to the A23 with no risk at all. There is an improv .......
48: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Parasound A23 (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2017-04-02, 21:58:08 (107.206.132.27)
Thanks everyone for your comments/suggestions. Dan .......
49: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Parasound A23 (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2017-04-01, 12:37:26 (107.206.132.27)
Hi! I have this amplifier that has both balanced and unbalanced inputs with a toggle switch to select either one. The amp has dual volume controls so I decided to connect my phono stage directly to th .......
50: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Quicksilver 2010 Linestage Preamplifier (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2017-01-21, 21:19:20 (107.206.132.27)
I also own a 2016 set of Mini Mites amps. I use a Don Sachs v2 preamplifier to drive the amps. I agree Quicksilver products are outstanding. I have a Schiit Saga preamp and let me tell you not bad for .......
51: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Dynaco MKIII tube amp (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2017-01-05, 11:30:56 (107.206.132.27)
Thanks for all you comments and suggestions. Highly appreciated!! Dan .......
52: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Dynaco MKIII tube amp (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2017-01-04, 20:52:33 (107.206.132.27)
From Vintage Vacuum Audio. Does any one here have any experience with this amp/seller? .......
53: Vinyl Asylum, Prestige Re-issues (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2016-12-14, 13:22:50 (97.77.230.2)
Hi! anyone here a subscriber to Analogue Productions Prestige re-issues? My copies sound kind of sterile and veiled. What is your experience? thanks, Dan .......
54: General Asylum, RE: Oopsie (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2016-12-12, 19:07:13 (107.206.132.27)
Sorry about that! You can still use the tube if the glass was not damaged. The vacuum is not lost when the guide pin breaks. Just use another similar tube to mark with tape or a sharpie both the tube .......
55: Inmate Central, RE: Whats the most thankless job? (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2016-06-03, 12:05:57 (97.77.230.253)
high school teacher! .......
56: General Asylum, RE: Suggestions for James Darby of Stereomojo..... (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2016-05-15, 16:01:00 (107.206.132.27)
I really liked and enjoyed his writing. I focus on content and not on spelling. According to Mr. Dudley, Tim de Paravicini: King of Tubes a very successful audio designer is another bad speller. Who c .......
57: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Quicksilver Mini Mite mono amplifiers (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2016-04-21, 09:01:11 (97.77.230.253)
thanks Frihed89! Dan .......
58: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Quicksilver Mini Mite mono amplifiers (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2016-04-20, 08:43:41 (97.77.230.253)
Thanks Frihed 89 for your suggestions. I just got these amps two weeks ago but I am thinking about keeping them. Where do you get those Audio Note capacitors you mentioned above? Dan .......
59: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Quicksilver Mini Mite mono amplifiers (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2016-04-19, 20:27:39 (97.77.230.253)
Hey Abe! You should try this one! What happened to your Rogue Cronus? .......
60: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Quicksilver Mini Mite mono amplifiers (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2016-04-19, 18:30:39 (107.206.132.27)
Thank you for all your comments and suggestions! Great that Mr. Sanders' products are highly appreciated!! Dan .......
61: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Quicksilver Mini Mite mono amplifiers (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2016-04-19, 14:10:31 (107.206.132.27)
Isaak, I can understand your frustration with the speaker connections, for me is not a great deal. My Omega speakers have a 95 db sensitivity more than 25 watts is an overkill. I took delivery of a JJ .......
62: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Quicksilver Mini Mite mono amplifiers (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2016-04-18, 10:36:37 (97.77.230.253)
Hi guys! I am too lazy to write a review about these excellent amplifiers. I just want to add how great they play music in my system (Omega Alnico monitors, Technics 1200 mk2 turntable, Plinius Kor .......
63: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Bingo! I say that all the time! (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2016-04-02, 07:35:21 (107.206.132.27)
Ken Kessler has no problems with excessive expensive hifi: "It's endemic in the political mindset of the high end: the high end hates its customers. Or, that is, those customers who don't know we exis .......
64: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Preamp or integrated with mono switch (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2016-04-01, 09:30:16 (97.77.230.253)
Thanks everyone for all your suggestions!! Dan .......
65: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Preamp or integrated with mono switch (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2016-03-31, 12:48:43 (97.77.230.253)
Any suggestions ss or tube? Previous units smear the sound when in mono mode Thanks, Dan .......
66: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Rogue Audio Stereo 100 vs. Parasound Halo 21 (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2016-02-14, 16:15:17 (107.206.132.27)
Thanks Mendel. I used to have a ST-100 but I sold it to try a different amp. I regret selling it. I really like the sound of an amp with EL34's tubes. I am going to try get ST 90 or a Cronus amp prefe .......
67: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Rogue Audio Stereo 100 vs. Parasound Halo 21 (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2016-02-13, 18:51:18 (107.206.132.27)
Hi! Which output tubes can be substituted in the Rogue st100/Cronus amplifiers? EL34's, KT66's, KT77's, KT88's, KT 120's? Would the bias settings be different for ech kind of tube? Thanks, Dan ::: TOP .......
68: Vinyl Asylum, RE: VPI Red Scout (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2015-10-30, 10:27:16 (97.77.230.253)
Thanks to everyone that have shared their comments and thoughts. John, I have several MC cartridges on rotation primarily I use an Ortofon HMC 30, Denon 103R, and a Dynavector 20xX2 connected to a Den .......
69: Vinyl Asylum, RE: VPI Red Scout (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2015-10-30, 08:58:35 (97.77.230.253)
I was expecting comments based on performance and value. Thanks anyway! Dan .......
70: Vinyl Asylum, VPI Red Scout (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2015-10-30, 07:39:55 (97.77.230.253)
Hi: I'm thinking about buying this table to replace a Terchnics 1200. The cartridge will be replaced by a Denon 103R. Is there a better option around this price? Any comments/suggestions? Dan ::: TOPI .......
71: Tubes Asylum, RE: Tube preamp repair (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2015-09-24, 20:47:34 (70.120.226.189)
Thanks Eli! Dan .......
72: Tubes Asylum, Tube preamp repair (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2015-09-24, 18:24:42 (70.120.226.189)
Hi! I have a Dared tube preamplifier with a hum sound coming out from the left channel, is not that loud but I can hear the buzzing sound from my listening position. I am located in El Paso, TX. Any a .......
73: Speaker Asylum, New Elac speakers (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2015-09-24, 09:43:45 (97.77.230.253)
Hi! Anyone here has decided to buy one of the new B5 or B6 Elac speakers? Is there any other vendor in addition to Amazon? Thanks, Dan .......
74: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Researching a purchase for a $400 phono preamp is enough to drive one crazy. (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2015-06-21, 14:44:10 (45.33.137.44)
How about this one? Dan .......
75: SET Asylum, RAPHAELITE Sinovt Hi End 6SN7 6V6 300B (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2015-05-01, 09:44:50 (97.77.230.253)
Hi! Anyone with actual knowledge/experience with this amp? Your tthoughts/comments are most welcome Thanks, Dan .......
76: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: A lapse in judgement (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2015-04-04, 10:11:40 (107.178.33.86)
Same happened to me. I just replaced the fuse for the left channel Dan .......
77: SET Asylum, RE: Antique Sound Lab Tulip amp (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2015-03-27, 21:37:53 (70.120.233.221)
Hottatto, Thanks for your comment. I just found out this morning that is no longer for sale. Dan .......
78: SET Asylum, Antique Sound Lab Tulip amp (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2015-03-26, 14:38:02 (97.77.230.253)
Hi everyone! any inmates here with some experience/comments/suggestions about the TULIP MARK II DT STEREO AMPLIFIER? it is a 2A3 SET amp. Thanks, Dan .......
79: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Yamamoto, (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2015-02-07, 11:19:45 (70.120.233.221)
Is there a distributor in the US? I couldn't find one. Thanks in advance for any info. Dan .......
80: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Huge mistake!! (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2015-01-29, 21:37:23 (70.120.233.221)
Alycat, Thanks for your suggestions. I can see that you like solid state a lot. After more break in the amp sounds quite well. I like it a lot. There was nothing wrong with the unit. Dan .......
81: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Huge mistake!! (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2015-01-29, 21:33:07 (70.120.233.221)
V7, Like I said back in 2012, the McIntosh 6600 is a very nice integrated. It was quite irresponsible not waiting for more playing time and not trying different sources. The amp sounds very, very nice .......
82: General Asylum, RE: You must have taken lessons in 'how to ask' from Sudz. He never gave any answer either (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2015-01-22, 14:42:53 (107.178.39.37)
That is a racist comment! Dan .......
83: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Audio Note kits (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2014-12-26, 17:30:52 (70.120.233.221)
Hi everyone! Any inmates here with an audio Note kit amp or preamp? Any suggestions? Thanks, Dan .......
84: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Little Dot headphone amp/preamp (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2014-11-21, 20:36:52 (70.120.233.221)
Hello Everyone!! I just want to share with you all about how good this headphone amp is when used as a preamplifier. The dynamics, detail and texture of acoustic music is so good and the price? Less t .......
85: Music Lane, RE: The classical music continuing struggle and the 800-pound gorilla in the room: (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2014-04-19, 09:01:31 (72.191.180.105)
Here in El Paso,TX all three major school districts have musical programs fully implemented beginning at the elementary level all the way to high school. About 10 years ago all these districts built f .......
86: General Asylum, RE: Moving From Audiogon to AudioAsylum (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2014-03-21, 17:33:20 (72.183.248.154)
Hi! I sold a SOTA turntable in one day. Not bad! Dan .......
87: General Asylum, RE: "Brooklin" should have been a clue. (NT) (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2014-03-20, 07:22:47 (97.77.230.253)
The merchant had already some negative feedback, I did not bother to checked it out, too bad. Dan .......
88: Tubes Asylum, RE: Tube rectifier (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2014-03-19, 20:40:00 (72.183.248.154)
Thanks akolegov! Dan .......
89: General Asylum, Ebay Chinese pirate cd's (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2014-03-19, 20:12:50 (72.183.248.154)
Back in December I bought two box sets; Mercury set 1and Decca set 1, each set for $115. The seller is from Brooklin, NY. Last night I noticed that cd's from each box do not have the Universal logo ju .......
90: Tubes Asylum, RE: Tube rectifier (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2014-03-18, 20:33:17 (72.183.248.154)
Thanks Eli! Dan .......
91: Tubes Asylum, Tube rectifier (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2014-03-18, 12:42:27 (97.77.230.253)
Hi! I have a Dared sl-2000 tube preamplifier. The unit is designed to be used with a GZ30 tube rectifier. Will the preamp be damaged if I use a GZ32 instead? Thanks, Dan .......
92: Tubes Asylum, RE: Tubed preamp recommendations (new) (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2014-03-05, 21:07:37 (72.183.248.154)
Music Refrerence designs excellent audio equipment. I have a Music Reference preamp which in my system sounds great. These new preamps are a new design. Dan .......
93: General Asylum, RE: Maybe he was listening to Strauss's "Salome". (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2014-02-19, 14:29:52 (97.77.230.253)
That's a good one!! I can only imagine the way you were in high school Dan .......
94: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Audible Illusions (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2013-12-19, 10:30:22 (97.77.230.253)
What about a Conrad Johnson Classic 2 preamp? Dan .......
95: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Audible Illusions (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2013-12-18, 19:40:26 (72.183.248.154)
Which other tube preamplifier in this price range would you recommend? Dan .......
96: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Audible Illusions (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2013-12-18, 14:41:32 (97.77.230.253)
Thanks for all your comments. Right now there is a Rogue 99 magnum preamp for sale for $1200. Dan .......
97: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Audible Illusions (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2013-12-18, 10:38:04 (97.77.230.253)
Hi! I am in the market for a tube preamp, after checking on several online outlets (audiogon, USaudiomart, AA, etc) I noticed that there are many Audible Illusions preamps for sale. It seems like they .......
98: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Rogue ST100 (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2013-10-19, 13:26:40 (24.233.37.113)
I will, Thanks Dan .......
99: Vinyl Asylum, RE: New Phono Pre Amp (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2013-10-18, 21:31:04 (24.233.37.113)
Mr. Ellison, Which interconnects are you using between your phono preamp and the CineMag transformer? Thanks, Dan .......
100: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Rogue ST100 (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2013-10-18, 12:54:56 (66.87.121.237)
Hi everybody! Any members here that have heard this new amp from Rogue?. Please share any experience or comments. Thanks, Dan .......
101: Music Lane, RE: Gramaphone magazine (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2013-05-06, 20:23:50 (24.233.37.113)
Thanks for the correction, I was not wearing my reading glasses. Dan .......
102: Music Lane, Mercury Living Presence box set 2 (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2013-05-04, 15:55:50 (24.233.37.113)
Amazon is selling this set for $159 and Importcds for $110. Is the same issue from different pressings/companies? Thanks, Dan .......
103: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: I would consider AX-7e too but... (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2013-05-01, 14:21:08 (66.87.97.200)
Abe, Why you keep changing everything but your Thiel speakers? Are they that good? Dan .......
104: Music Lane, Decca Sound (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2013-04-19, 09:53:52 (97.77.230.253)
Hi! Has anyone bought this set from dealers based in Australia? thanks, Dan .......
105: Music Lane, RE: I see there's a second box of Mercury Living Presence out now. (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2013-03-27, 13:14:37 (97.77.230.253)
What about the sound? Dan .......
106: Critic's Corner, RE: Kudos to Art Dudley for calling Apple to the carpet (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2013-02-20, 14:22:16 (97.77.230.253)
Why? Mr. Dudley is not on the payroll of this company. There is no legal issue involved here . Just a comment about the quality of a recording issue. Anyone can make a comment. Dan .......
107: General Asylum, Blue Note App (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2013-01-24, 19:51:48 (24.233.37.72)
Anyone here has the Blue Note app. It is only available for Ipad? The monthly cost is $2.99. They are always adding new selections and they stream at 320 kbs. The sound is quite good. Highly recommend .......
108: General Asylum, with all due respect to...... (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2013-01-18, 17:20:05 (24.233.37.72)
all beautiful brides!! Last night my wife and I watched a TV program titled "Say yes to the Dress". After watching the show, quite frankly, I felt much better about spending $6,000.00 on a new McIntos .......
109: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Need a pre for my McIntosh, any thoughts? (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2013-01-03, 22:55:43 (24.233.37.72)
Niner, My local Mcintosh dealer has an MC 2300 floor model. Every time I go the to the store, I see the unit on display and always is off. I guess is not even broke in yet. Last time I saw it on sale .......
110: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Need preamp suggestions! (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2013-01-03, 22:45:22 (24.233.37.72)
Dear Mooger, I have an old Luxman CO-2 preamplifier. It has an excellent phono stage (MC and MM). There is just an issue with the balance button, nothing big, I guess it jut needs to be cleaned. It is .......
111: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Huge mistake!! (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2013-01-03, 22:26:10 (24.233.37.72)
Folks! I just found out what was wrong with my Mcintosh MA6600. There was nothing wrong with the unit. It was my Denon 103R that was causing the MA6600 to play music the way I described in my original .......
112: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: REVIEW: McIntosh MA6600 Integrated Amplifier (SS) (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2013-01-02, 10:27:51 (24.233.37.72)
Have you replaced the preamp jumpers? It made a big difference in my MA6600 Dan .......
113: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Huge mistake!! (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2013-01-01, 13:48:36 (24.233.37.72)
No, I'm not using any power conditioner or hair conditioner either for that matter as I am bald. Thanks, Dan .......
114: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Try Googling for some online reviews. (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2012-12-30, 20:11:02 (24.233.37.72)
Thanks McMann for your suggestions. I will be patient and hope for the best. Good thing is that I am on vacation and have plenty of time to play the Mcintosh all day long. I will report if the unit g .......
115: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Huge mistake!! (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2012-12-30, 20:01:02 (24.233.37.72)
Thanks Abe. Dan .......
116: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: A Judgment Painted with Too Broad of a Brush? (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2012-12-27, 20:18:42 (24.233.37.72)
I am not trying to trash the Mcintosh brand at all. Like I said before, I just wanted to share my own personal experience. Some members had shared their experience with this particular unit, and it se .......
117: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Is it even broken in? (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2012-12-27, 11:49:52 (24.233.37.72)
The Mcintosh MA6600 has an input for a external preamp, so I connected an old preamp to it and now the sound is much better. So I suspect the problem is with the preamp section. I will contact my deal .......
118: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Huge mistake!! (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2012-12-26, 21:14:31 (24.233.37.72)
Thanks, I will sure do. Dan .......
119: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Yeah, never sell what you like to buy a pig in a poke... been there, done that. It sucks. nt (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2012-12-26, 20:52:06 (24.233.37.72)
Elizabeth, The worst part is that I had a tube Mcintosh amplifier before and sold it exactly for the same reasons. Dan .......
120: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Huge mistake!! (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2012-12-26, 20:19:14 (24.233.37.72)
Hi everyone! I just want to share with you all my recent experience with a Mcintosh MA6600. I bought this unit 3 weeks ago at full retail price of $6000.00. I had before a Rogue Stereo 90 with KT120's .......
121: General Asylum, RE: you do not wat to relocate.. but want to live in Hawaii? Is that it? (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2012-12-22, 21:04:56 (24.233.37.72)
Not really, I'd like to rent a house for at least 4 months. A headphone system is not for me because of my tinnitus the ringing gets louder. I was thinking about an integrated amplifier, a pair of sma .......
122: General Asylum, Audio system for retirement (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2012-12-22, 16:24:01 (24.233.37.72)
Suppose that I do not want to relocate but I want to spend summers in cities with temperatures no greater than 90 and winters in warm cities. Which system would you recommend to bring along? Thanks, D .......
123: Vinyl Asylum, How come... (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2012-12-09, 16:30:10 (24.233.37.72)
Led Zeppellin never produced a Christmas album? Dan .......
124: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Wyred 4 STP-SE and Parasound Halo A21 (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2012-11-17, 14:29:04 (24.233.37.72)
Gentlemen, I'd like to know if anyone her on AA has actual experience with this combo Any comments? Thanks in advance, Dan Speakers: Von Schweikert VR33 .......
125: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Has anyone here owned Luxman gear? (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2012-11-04, 13:43:28 (24.233.37.72)
Hi! Can you share your experience with the Luxman 550AX? Are 20 watts enough to drive your speakers to loud levels without compression? I am thinking in buying one of these integrateds. My speakekers .......
126: Vinyl Asylum, RE: C'mon out to Wyoming... (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2012-10-25, 19:45:42 (24.233.37.72)
Winter wheather ? is it ok? Dan .......
127: Vinyl Asylum, Dynavector 20x2 load impedaNCE (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2012-10-08, 18:07:01 (24.233.37.72)
Hi Guys! I have a Dynavector 20X2 low output cartridge. What is the impedance load that you've found to work best in your system? TIA, Daniel .......
128: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: The 2300 uses "signature meters" ! (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2012-10-02, 21:03:10 (24.233.37.72)
I agree that the integrated is a better deal for me, specially a used one. Dan .......
129: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Mcintosh 2300 and MA6600 (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2012-10-01, 17:41:04 (24.233.37.72)
This is a question for Mcintosh equipment owners. The cost for this 2 units is about the same around $6500. The integrated unit has a full function preamp and a 200 w/ch amp. How is that possible? Is .......
130: Cable Asylum, Kimber Kable from HK (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2012-06-22, 19:27:26 (24.233.37.109)
Hi everyone! I was browsing EBay and saw these KK cables from a seller based in Hong Kong. Is it possible that these are not genuine Kimber Kable cables? Thanks, Dan .......
131: Inmate Central, RE: C'mon...you know scientists and engineers are a thing of the past.... (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2012-06-16, 17:40:55 (24.233.37.109)
C'mon guys! Do not be so negative. There is always a group of people working hard on developing awesome research in all fields. Every generation brings something positive to the table. We are not bett .......
132: Vinyl Asylum, RE: cartridge recommendations (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2012-05-27, 20:01:21 (24.233.37.95)
I agree with Mr. Ellison. A better notion is to buy a step-up transformer. If you want to save money try Denon AU-300LC Transformer, it is specially designed to work with 103's cartridges. I own one .......
133: Tubes Asylum, RE: Tube Preamps That Don't Hum - Any Such Thing? (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2012-05-17, 13:49:55 (97.77.230.126)
what about Rogue 90 Stereo? Dan .......
134: Inmate Central, RE: Cinco de Mayo (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2012-05-05, 13:06:37 (24.233.37.110)
Nice joke! Just a small clarification Mexican Insependence War was against Spain. War against France was fought due to a political maneuver of a political party that wanted Mexico to be an European co .......
135: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Ming Da MD 300 APS (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2012-05-03, 08:57:39 (97.77.230.126)
Comments on this preamp or any products sold by Pacific Valve? Thanks, Dan .......
136: Vinyl Asylum, Louis Armstrong (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2012-04-27, 13:31:42 (97.77.230.126)
Anyone has a copy of this recording? http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-17873153 Regards, Dan .......
137: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Shindo Aurieges-Leben 28CX (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2012-03-03, 11:18:49 (24.233.37.126)
I'd like to read opinions/suggestions of members that actually have the experience of either owning or evaluating these two preamps. My system consists of: Sota/Graham Phantom/Denon 103R/ Plinius phon .......
138: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Well, I just looked at Ebay, Audiogon, and here and I . . . (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2012-02-26, 21:31:48 (24.233.37.126)
What about the high output impedance? Dan .......
139: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Well, I just looked at Ebay, Audiogon, and here and I . . . (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2012-02-26, 20:39:05 (24.233.37.126)
I will check the Aurieges, Thanks Dan .......
140: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Boutique preamps (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2012-02-26, 14:59:28 (24.233.37.126)
Hi everyone! I am thinking about replacing an old Luxman preamp with a tube preamp. I was checking what is available here at AA Trader and at the evil possessed AudioGon . I noticed that there are sev .......
141: Vinyl Asylum, L. Bernstein (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2012-02-24, 20:25:30 (24.233.37.126)
I haven't seen any Bernstein recordings reissues. I know the Columnia recordings for the most part are too bright and some are quite unlistenable, but what about the DG recordings? Dan .......
142: Vinyl Asylum, RE: "obvious issues" - Can you be more specific... (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2012-02-23, 19:15:34 (192.94.29.223)
Abe, I think you need to explain your perception of the Ares by using a partial derivative, that is all other variables treated as a constant to evaluate the variation or lack of by analyzing one vari .......
143: General Asylum, RE: Take a look at $1750 worth of parts to make mono blocks (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2012-02-13, 20:55:23 (24.233.37.126)
I could be wrong but I think that here in America a lot people believe that anything European is much better than any American products. For example: cars, wine, cheese, watches, etc. knowing this Eur .......
144: General Asylum, RE: hey Rickey- (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2012-02-11, 21:11:02 (24.233.37.126)
I believe he meant amioutaline Dan .......
145: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: PS: RE: McIntosh C2300 or C220 (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2012-02-02, 21:25:20 (24.233.37.126)
Rick, the dealer is authorized thru McIntosh. As matter of fact, he is a very nice person. This morning I checked with the warranty department at McIntosh about this sale. I was told that the floor sa .......
146: Amp/Preamp Asylum, McIntosh C2300 or c220 (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2012-02-01, 17:24:08 (24.233.37.126)
Hi!, My local dealer has the c220 for $2500 and the c2300 for $4500, both units are floor models. I listen mostly instrumental music such as jazz, classical etc on vinyl. I'd like to hear suggestions .......
147: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Fastest selling item on Agon these days.... (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2012-01-03, 12:32:30 (24.233.37.126)
I would say it is any Audio Research Reference 3 preamp. If the asking price is around $4500 it would sell in hours. Dan .......
148: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Rogue Perseus or Magnum 99 (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2012-01-02, 21:29:46 (24.233.37.126)
Thanks. Could you please be more specific? What exactly do you like about the Perseus? Thanks, Dan .......
149: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Rogue Perseus or Magnum 99 (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2012-01-02, 19:36:15 (24.233.37.126)
I have a Rogue Stereo 90 and my speakers are Quad 22L2 (kind of bright at loud volume). Which preamp would be a better match. I listen mostly to jazz, classical and instrumental music. Thanks, Dan :: .......
150: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Well, without having heard it, it's not an actual deficiency (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2011-12-27, 16:53:17 (24.233.37.126)
Where did you buy the Jasmine Audio LP 2.0SE. I found a seller on E-Bay from China. It is now Salience and it goes for $500 plus $ 100 for shipping. Dan .......
151: Vinyl Asylum, RE: what are you talking about? (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2011-12-26, 20:02:00 (24.233.37.126)
Check the SFSO Website. It seems the limited edition of the Mahler cycle on vinyl has been sold out. Dan http://www.sfsymphony.org/projects/mahler/default.aspx?id=290 .......
152: General Asylum, RE: Favorite Audio purchase 0f 2011? (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2011-12-26, 19:53:34 (24.233.37.126)
Rogue stereo 90 and Denon 301 R. Dan .......
153: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Faber Acoustical (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2011-12-25, 12:15:31 (24.233.37.126)
Thanks John for your recommendation. How do you connect the phono cables from the turntable to the oscilloscope? Or is it better to use the FoZgometer? Thanks Dan .......
154: Vinyl Asylum, Faber Acoustical (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2011-12-24, 22:06:19 (24.233.37.126)
Merry Christmas to all! Has anybody used the oscilloscope app from Faber Acoustical to check azimuth, etc? .......
155: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: PSVANE 12AX7 from Grant Fidelity -- pics (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2011-11-25, 19:18:05 (24.233.37.126)
Abe, which option did you buy? Grade A? $99 for a pair? Dan .......
156: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Rogue Stereo 90 (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2011-11-25, 18:03:15 (24.233.37.126)
Thanks everyone for all your advise and suggestions. You are not going to believe what happened, I switched my phono preamp (Plinius Koru) to the phono input in my Luxman C22 preamp, and Bingo! proble .......
157: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Rogue Stereo 90 (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2011-11-24, 16:35:25 (24.233.37.126)
Hello everyone! I recently acquired this tube amp, so far I have put about 50 hours of use. All tubes were new as shipped by Rogue. The sound at medium level is quite engaging with a lot of texture an .......
158: Vinyl Asylum, Denon DL-A100 (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2011-11-23, 17:35:45 (24.233.37.126)
Now the Amazon is offering both the 103 R and the DL-A100 for $379 each, which one would you buy? Dan .......
159: Critic's Corner, RE: Reviewer accommodation price (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2011-11-23, 08:18:57 (24.233.37.126)
I am a high math teacher. Exactly what kind of perks can my school district provide? Dan .......
160: Vinyl Asylum, RE: So, what LP did you listen to most tis past week? ... (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2011-11-20, 16:45:47 (24.233.37.126)
I couldn't stop listening to Schubert's symphony #5 . Karajan conducting the Berliner Philharmoniker on The Angel label. There is something about SCHUBERT'S music that I found so beautiful, I don't kn .......
161: Critic's Corner, RE: "It costs $4200.00. If that's your idea of 'expensive', well,.... (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2011-11-20, 14:57:45 (24.233.37.126)
Then in that case Mr. Fremer has a unique experience and knowledge about cost and value regarding audio components. Dan .......
162: Critic's Corner, RE: "It costs $4200.00. If that's your idea of 'expensive', well,.... (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2011-11-20, 14:16:48 (24.233.37.126)
The cost of the amp is not bad, it is the cost of a power cable around $3500 that really forces me to reflect about how to maximize the relatively limited income that I have. Putting it in perspective .......
163: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: SS Integrated Amp for Harbeth C7 (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2011-11-18, 20:32:25 (24.233.37.126)
My experience with these speakers was that they need high quality ss and no less than 150 watts. My 2€ daniel .......
164: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: switching impedance Rogue Stereo 90 (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2011-11-13, 21:32:01 (24.233.37.126)
Thanks. I contacted the seller on A'gon and it happened to be brand new and a special order, that is why the 2 binding posts. Dan .......
165: Amp/Preamp Asylum, switching impedance Rogue Stereo 90 (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2011-11-12, 13:42:51 (24.233.37.46)
Hi! I just bought a Rogue stereo 90. I'm a little confused about how to switch the 8 ohm impedance to 4 ohm. The picture of the back of the stereo 90 in the Rogue audio website looks like there is onl .......
166: General Asylum, Berlin Philahrmoniker (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2011-10-12, 09:46:02 (97.77.230.126)
Any one here subscribes to the Digital Concert Hall? Any suggestions/comments? Dan .......
167: Vinyl Asylum, Vinyl video from Greece (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2011-10-09, 13:56:32 (24.233.37.46)
I tried to find this video in the vinyl section but I was unsuccessful, anyone has the link to this video about some guys playing vinyl from the 50's? I Remember that they included big spender by Pegg .......
168: Critic's Corner, RE: Crappy customer service from Plinius (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2011-07-10, 20:51:34 (24.233.37.46)
Not my experience at all. I contacted the US distributor by email, I got a reply the next day and this gentleman (forgot his name, he used to be at TAS) took care of my problem immediately by finding .......
169: Speaker Asylum, Quad 22 L2 speakers shipping cartons (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2011-05-15, 13:10:21 (24.233.37.46)
I am in the process of selling these floor standers, unfortunately I do not have the shipping cartons. I checked with the Quad distributor and they are not available. Anyone here willing to sell me, r .......
170: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Rogue Perseus owners (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2011-05-15, 13:06:20 (24.233.37.46)
I am undecided about Buying this preamplifier because of some owners complaining about being too noisy (hum problems). Would appreciate comments of actual owners. No local retailers, so I cannot audit .......
171: Inmate Central, RE: Trump for President campaign slogan: (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2011-04-22, 16:50:38 (24.233.37.46)
As a bald person myself(due to a very aggressive chemotherapy treatment) I can say that this joke is pure genius. Dan .......
172: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Thoughts regarding primaluna prologue 3? (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2011-04-16, 14:07:09 (24.233.37.46)
Check the output impedance to verify if it is compatible with your amp Dan .......
173: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Is ADCOM out of busness ? NT (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2011-04-02, 16:29:17 (24.233.37.46)
NT .......
174: Vinyl Asylum, RE: What am I hearing more of? The table, the cartidge or the arm? (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2011-03-29, 12:29:03 (97.77.230.126)
The record then the cartridge .......
175: Vinyl Asylum, Table for a Graham tonearm (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2010-12-25, 21:54:59 (24.233.37.58)
I have a Graham Phantom tonearm. Which table do you guys recommend under 4k? I have several MM cartridges and an Ortofon MC 30. Thanks, Dan .......
176: Inmate Central, Hifi dealer video (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2010-12-22, 16:07:49 (24.233.37.58)
Does anyone still have the link to the video of a hifi dealer with a 'beautiful' model? Dan .......
177: Inmate Central, RE: No contest. The VW (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2010-11-21, 18:36:58 (24.233.37.58)
I understand they are suppose to be recycled. Anyways, I bought a Prius III. Thanks, Dan .......
178: Inmate Central, RE: Jetta TDI or Prius (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2010-11-19, 11:16:58 (97.77.230.126)
Thanks guys Daniel .......
179: Inmate Central, Jetta TDI or Prius (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2010-11-16, 20:12:22 (24.233.37.58)
I am undecided between these two models. Both cars are 2010 models. Any comments would be much appreciated Thanks, Daniel .......
180: Inmate Central, BMW choice (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2010-08-28, 16:22:19 (69.91.70.98)
Hi Guys!! I am thinking about buying a BMW. Which model is a best deal or that you would like to buy? a 328i or a 335i. Thanks, Dan .......
181: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Quad 909 (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2010-07-04, 15:30:01 (69.91.70.112)
I have a Quad 909 that needs to be repaired. Right channel is not working. Does any one know who works on Quad electronics? Thanks, Dan .......
182: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Who would guess – moving to HT increases LP listening (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2010-04-22, 10:11:56 (174.46.60.126)
Not necessarily. I believe is just a matter of being content with the things that at the moment satisfy your present needs. Nothing is permanent, including our hearing. Of course is going to change, m .......
183: General Asylum, RE: What musicians quote was this? (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2010-04-20, 09:55:40 (174.46.60.126)
I believe he said "will play it in a different key" Dan .......
184: Vinyl Asylum, RE: vpi classic (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2010-04-19, 14:25:15 (174.46.60.126)
Is there an issue with the tonearm not having an anti-skate device? Does this eventually affect the stylus? Dan .......
185: Vinyl Asylum, Ortofon HMC (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2010-03-02, 12:37:39 (174.46.60.126)
Hi everyone! I just installed an Ortofon HMC 30. What is the load that is recommended or the one you guys are using. The information that comes with the cartridge does not specify any load. Thanks, Da .......
186: General Asylum, AudioCubes2 (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2010-02-05, 22:00:59 (69.91.71.80)
Anyone knows what's going on with Audiocubes2? I've e-mailed them about a Luxman 505U twice. Two simple questions: -Do I get a discount for upgrading the transformer? -Do they have the 505U in champ .......
187: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Time Life records (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2010-01-15, 18:34:42 (69.91.71.90)
Yes, they are good!! Daniel .......
188: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Officially Hooked on Vinyl (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2009-12-25, 16:42:03 (69.91.71.90)
Hi! After 12 years of experience on vinyl, I have found that you do not have to spend a lot of money to have a system that will give you musical pleasure every time you play a record. If I would start .......
189: Vinyl Asylum, fine line vs elliptical (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2009-12-25, 15:57:18 (69.91.71.90)
Hi! I have an Ortofon M20FL and a Ortofon M20E Super MM basically the same cartridge. One has a line stylus and the other one an elliptical stylus, both are MM cartridges. I noticed that the elliptica .......
190: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Advice for a college student (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2009-12-18, 09:36:11 (174.46.60.126)
dansaldivar@gmail.com .......
191: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Advice for a college student (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2009-12-17, 14:40:13 (174.46.60.126)
Sorry to hear what happened to your analogue system. I have a barely used Denon 160 (30-40 hrs max of use) you can have it for $75. Daniel .......
192: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Competent PreAmp/Amp Combo and a modest cost (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2008-12-11, 11:58:21 (67.79.42.254)
Hi! I highly recommend the QUAD 909 amp with a Prometheous TVC. You can have the combo for less than $1000 used. I had this two units replaced with a Krell 400cx. The Krell is more powerful, it has be .......
193: Vinyl Asylum, VPI turntables (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2008-11-19, 15:06:32 (24.233.37.162)
I have seen lately that there are many VPI tables for sale on AudioGon. People are disposing their tables from the entry level Scout to the top of the line HRX. Is there something not satisfying about .......
194: Inmate Central, RE: Anyone else here tired of being an adult? (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2008-04-15, 16:39:54 (69.91.71.71)
I am tired of going to school. I'm still 18 hours short of finishing my masters in math education. Full time job + full time schedule + family + my six year old son that wants to play baseball all the .......
195: Speaker Asylum, Quad 22L or Traingle Antar ESW? (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2007-05-21, 07:34:58 (67.79.42.254)
Which speakers has a more balanced sound? I dislike very much thin sounding speakers that emphasize midrange and high frequencies. My room is just 12 X 13 X 8 feet My amps Quad 909 and McIntosh 2102(t .......
196: Digital Drive, New I-Pod Generation (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2007-04-30, 14:34:24 (67.79.42.254)
Does anyone know when the new I-Pod will be available? thanks, Dan .......
197: Vinyl Asylum, New table arm combination (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2007-03-16, 12:50:07 (69.91.71.34)
Hi! I am thinking on buying a Graham 2.3 tonearm and a VPI table (an Aries 3 )Is this a good combimation? The cartridge will be a Shelter 501. Thanks in advance for your comments, Dan .......
198: Speaker Asylum, JBL LSR6328P (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2007-02-22, 13:12:32 (67.79.42.254)
Hi! Anyone using the JBL LSR6328P Pro monitor? Thanks, Dan .......
199: Music Lane, The Pianist (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2007-02-21, 10:51:28 (67.79.42.254)
What is the musical piece that the pianist plays for the Nazi officer in the abandoned house he is hidden? hanks, Dan .......
200: Vinyl Asylum, Re: ortofon M20 E super tracking force? (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2007-02-17, 18:22:58 (69.91.71.34)
Thanks for your info. The VTF was set to 1.6 so I reduced it to 1.1. I noticed right away that the suspension was very soft but I thought it was because of the vintage of the cartridge. I installed th .......
201: Vinyl Asylum, ortofon M20 E super tracking force? (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2007-02-17, 10:54:35 (69.91.71.34)
Does anyone have any information about this cartridge? Is there a replacement styli? What other cartridges are a good match for a Thorens 166? Thanks in advance Dan .......
202: General Asylum, thanks..nt (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2007-02-05, 18:05:37 (69.91.71.34)
nt .......
203: General Asylum, Car stereos recommendation... (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2007-02-04, 20:06:45 (69.91.71.34)
Hi! I am thinking on buying a car amp and a set of car speakers for my Toyota Corolla. Are there any web sites that review car audio components? Thanks, Dan .......
204: Vinyl Asylum, Thorens 160 vs Technics 1200 MK2 (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2007-01-20, 19:22:06 (69.91.71.34)
Which table is more "musical"? Thanks in advance Dan .......
205: Hi-Rez Highway, Re: SACDs recoomendations (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2006-12-28, 11:44:07 (69.91.71.34)
Thank you all for your recomendations!! Dan .......
206: Hi-Rez Highway, SACDs recoomendations (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2006-12-27, 20:27:12 (69.91.71.34)
Hi! I just bought the Oppo 970 SACD player. Could you please recommend some SACDs for jazz, acoustic and classical music that best represents the medium? I am interested about both musically and recor .......
207: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Seeking for a good phono preamp to work between a TVC preamp and Denon AU 320 MC step up (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2006-12-03, 20:47:38 (69.91.71.34)
Hi! I placed an order 3 weeks ago and I'm still waiting for my TVC unit from Prometheus. I have been e-mailing them at two different e-mails addresses and they have never answered me back. Did they te .......
208: Speaker Asylum, Re: harbeth 7es-2 (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2006-11-23, 11:27:03 (69.91.71.91)
I am thinking about replacing them with a pair of Quads 988 Dan .......
209: Speaker Asylum, harbeth 7es-2 (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2006-11-23, 09:23:04 (69.91.71.91)
Hi! I am thinking about selling my Harbeth 7 speakers. They are about 4 years old, I'm the original owner and the speakers are in very good condition. What is a fair selling price? thanks, Dan ::: TOP .......
210: Amp/Preamp Asylum, thank you all for your help. nt. (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2006-11-15, 10:22:15 (67.79.42.254)
nt .......
211: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Promitheus TVC ... What's going on? (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2006-11-14, 15:29:14 (64.136.27.226)
I placed an order for a Promitheus TVC reference unit more than a week ago. I have sent several e-mails to the Promitheus e-mail address and I haven't received any feedback about the status of my orde .......
212: Amp/Preamp Asylum, promitheus TVC recommended impedance. (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2006-11-01, 13:36:37 (67.79.42.254)
What is the recommended amp impedance so that the promitheus TVC works just fine? Thanks Dan .......
213: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Re: I think warnerwh is close to the mark (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2006-08-27, 16:16:29 (69.91.71.62)
That's the exact same amount I was trhinking the system is worth. Thanks, Dan .......
214: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Need help (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2006-08-26, 20:19:29 (69.91.71.62)
I bought some vinyl in an Estate sale this morning. I asked the owner what kind of components she has to play so many choral music (operas, oratorios, lieder, etc) and classical music as well. She the .......
215: Vinyl Asylum, New cartridge (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2006-08-14, 18:40:05 (69.91.71.93)
Hi everyone! I'm considering replacing my Ortofon Super 0M30 with a cartridge with an output in the 1-2 mV range. My system consists of a Technics 1200 turntable connected to a Wright 200 phono preamp .......
216: Inmate Central, Scooter.. (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2006-07-29, 21:02:41 (24.233.34.232)
Any members that drive scooters or thinking about buying one? What models are recommended? I am looking for a scooter with around 250 cc and 60-70 mpg to drive to work (11 miles X 2) Any suggestions? .......
217: Vinyl Asylum, Thanks everyone for your suggestions! NT (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2006-06-21, 14:51:46 (69.91.71.48)
NT .......
218: Vinyl Asylum, Technics 1200 VTA set-up (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2006-06-21, 10:52:53 (69.91.71.48)
Hi! I have 3 cartridges: a) AT150MLX b) V15VxMR c) Ortofon OM 30 What are the proper VTA # that you have found works better for each of these cartridges? Thanks, Dan .......
219: Tubes Asylum, Re: Is it safe to substitute 12ax7's with 5751's... (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2006-06-13, 18:27:40 (69.91.71.108)
Thanks everybody for your suggestions. The reason I want to try the 5751's is because the SP-8 has to much gain. The volume knob cannot be more than a couple of clicks. The amp is a Quad 909. Thanks .......
220: Tubes Asylum, Is it safe to substitute 12ax7's with 5751's... (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2006-06-12, 15:48:04 (69.91.71.124)
on the ouput stage of a AR SP-8? Thanks, Dan .......
221: Video Asylum, Re: New HDTV for the World Cup? (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2006-06-02, 22:06:53 (69.91.71.28)
Let your wife decide what tv to buy. Later on you won't have any regrets of spending $2000 on a stupid tube when you could have bought yourself a lot of music or another piece of equipment ::: TOPIC:: .......
222: Speaker Asylum, HT speaker system (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2006-05-04, 09:48:37 (67.79.42.254)
Please recommend a set of speakers to be used in a HT system in a moderate size room. Receiver can handle 6-8 ohm speakers (50w/ c) Thanks, Dan .......
223: Water Cooler, Re: "In Asian communities, just another day" -- Chinese, Cambodian, Vietnamese... even Haitians in the work force... (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2006-05-03, 13:23:14 (67.79.42.254)
I am a legal mexican immigrant living in the USA for more 15 years. I believe I represent a different kind of immigrant. I came here with a degree in engineering and studied mathematics in an American .......
224: General Asylum, Re: Are audiophiles, in general unhappy folks? (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2006-05-03, 09:04:15 (67.79.42.254)
Kind of difficult to keep a healthy balance between what makes us real happy and content and what we don't really need. How do we feel about "Do not love the world or anything in the world" 1John 2:15 .......
225: Video Asylum, HT speaker system at Audio Advisor (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2006-05-02, 18:48:57 (69.91.71.80)
Has anyone bought this system? Comments? Thanks, Dan .......
226: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Budget TT for newbie (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2006-05-02, 13:21:01 (67.79.42.254)
Hi Frank! Make no mistake and buy the Technics 1200 MK2. I bought the Rega 25 and a SOTA Sapphire and the 1200 is much better, buy it with an Ortofon super OM 30 (install the cartridge with the extra .......
227: Speaker Asylum, Audio Advisor HT speaker system (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2006-05-02, 12:47:53 (67.79.42.254)
Has anyone bought this system? Comments? Thanks, Dan .......
228: Video Asylum, Sony kd34xbr60 or a Panasonic TH-42PX60U (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2006-04-08, 14:56:15 (69.91.71.92)
Need help selcting either tv set. Watching distance is about 8 ft. Do the plasma tv's still have the ghost images due to burn in problem? Thanks for your help. Dan .......
229: General Asylum, Re: When the kids came along did you become a realist? (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2006-04-06, 11:01:50 (67.79.42.254)
No point on keeping my tube amp when most of the time is on I am dealing with my 4 year old son. I feel like I am wasting my money on all those 16 tubes. I try to listen to some music when he is sleep .......
230: Amp/Preamp Asylum, What is the rack/table brand? nt (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2006-03-24, 12:40:26 (67.79.42.254)
nt .......
231: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Re: McIntosh MA2275 Question (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2006-03-02, 09:06:59 (67.79.42.254)
I have a MC2120, 100w/c,8 with 8 kt88, 4 12ax7, and 412a7. Plus ARC SP8 preamp with 8 tubes. Plenty of heat to warm up a 12' by 13' room in winter time. Imagine the heat generated and room temperature .......
232: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Re: Audio Research SP8 Thanks Bambi and bart (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2006-02-24, 19:48:54 (207.69.139.157)
NT .......
233: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Audio Research SP8 (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2006-02-24, 14:33:09 (67.79.42.254)
Hi! I need information about the oulet on switch on the SP8. Is it suppose to be on all the time? What is it for? Thanks for your help Dan .......
234: General Asylum, Re: Shipping delay to Canada - Action? (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2006-02-21, 08:09:21 (67.79.42.254)
I have a similar experience. If the sender did not mark on the customs form "returned to sender" or "defective/damaged" then most likely you have to pay custom fees in order to receive your speakers. .......
235: Vinyl Asylum, Technics 1200 (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2006-02-16, 13:22:09 (67.79.42.254)
Well I finally bought a Technics 1200. After a Rega, MMF, and SOTA turntables I do not see the point of spending more money. A great table at a terrific price! Dan .......
236: Vinyl Asylum, Audio Technica warrantry (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2006-02-01, 12:57:52 (67.79.42.254)
HI! I just want to share with you a great experience I had with AT customer service. Last year I bought an AT 150 MLX and in less than 3 weeks later the maid managed to break the stylus. Last week I c .......
237: Vinyl Asylum, Check this Scout Supermaster (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2006-01-26, 08:55:59 (67.79.42.254)
The record for sure will be sold! .......
238: Inmate Central, Re: i just saw... (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2006-01-24, 19:42:52 (207.69.139.153)
I fully understand your point of view. If I were living in Mexico and saw an anglo person dressed as a mariach band player announcing something ourtside of a supermarket it will be funny for me as wel .......
239: Inmate Central, Re: i just saw... (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2006-01-24, 14:48:52 (67.79.42.254)
What exactly is wrong with that? 40 millions of latinos in the USA and stil you are surprised of seeing us working at any field? Dan .......
240: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Re: Recommended by whom? (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2006-01-24, 13:03:17 (67.79.42.254)
Pablo, My tube amp delivers 100w/ch. Have you used a Plinius 9200 with your Harbeth 7's? Are you using the Quad combo right now? Why do you think that the Quads are a better match? Dan .......
241: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Honest feedback from plinius 9200 owners (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2006-01-24, 10:39:02 (67.79.42.254)
Hi! I have a pair of Harbeth 7 monitors that sound much better with solid state than tubes amps. The sound is not bad wih my McIntosh tube amp but I can clearly hear that the Harbeths respond much bet .......
242: Water Cooler, Re: It is about frekin time.... (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2006-01-18, 13:05:59 (67.79.42.254)
In a typical classroom you have: Special Ed (whose math understanding varies from 3rd to 6th grade),GT,ESL and regular students (that lack basic reading and math skills. You have to make academically .......
243: Critic's Corner, Please ignore wrong site. (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2006-01-18, 10:35:07 (67.79.42.254)
NT .......
244: Critic's Corner, Difference between Technics 1200 mk2 and mk5 (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2006-01-18, 10:27:35 (67.79.42.254)
The price difference is about $75. Is it worth it? Thanks, Dan .......
245: Vinyl Asylum, Technics 1200 MK 5 (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2005-12-14, 10:44:16 (67.79.42.254)
Hi! Has anyone had the opprtunity to compare the basic Technics 1200 and the same fully modified KAB model? There is a difference in price of about $900 between them. Do the modifications really impro .......
246: General Asylum, Re: A Bit Off Topic ... but (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2005-12-01, 09:39:09 (67.79.42.254)
One of my students says it is the Transiberian Orchestra .......
247: Video Asylum, Home Theater recommendation (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2005-11-15, 18:20:37 (207.69.139.161)
Hi! I have been thinking about a home theater system for both video and music. The dimensions of the room are 11x18x9.5. My budget is about $7000. I would appreciate any help you can provide. Thanks i .......
248: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Re: Plinius 9200 with B&W or Focus Audio? (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2005-09-13, 14:14:50 (67.79.42.254)
Harbeth 7ES .......
249: General Asylum, Re: What to do for a bedroom music system? (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2005-06-24, 18:36:51 (24.92.127.159)
What don't you check this system? .......
250: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Tube Phono-stage for VPI Scout and Dynavector DV 20XL? (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2005-05-26, 08:02:16 (216.63.251.254)
Why don't you consider the Wright 200 phono stage. It comes with dual volume knobs so you can adjust records imbalances. .......
251: Vinyl Asylum, Sumiko premier tonearm (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2005-05-20, 12:11:12 (216.63.251.254)
Hi! I am looking for the optional counterweight available for the Sumiko Premier tonearm that is used for heaveier cartridges. Anyone has one that not using it anymore and willing to sell it? Thanks, .......
252: Vintage Asylum, Citation I preamp output impedance? (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2005-04-05, 13:02:59 (216.63.251.254)
Anyone has this information? Thanks, Dan .......
253: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Output impedance of a Citaion I preamp? (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2005-04-05, 12:40:43 (216.63.251.254)
Does anyone have this information? Thanks, Dan .......
254: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Integrated recommendation (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2005-03-26, 12:52:22 (24.242.4.76)
HI! I have an all tube system to play vinyl only. I'd like to add an integrated amp to my system to play cassettes and cd's during the day, when I listen to music while I'm doing something else. I fou .......
255: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Grado Cartridges sellers (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2005-03-14, 17:47:45 (24.242.4.76)
Thanks guys!! .......
256: Vinyl Asylum, Grado Cartridges sellers (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2005-03-14, 12:35:52 (24.242.4.76)
Any sellers that do not charge retail and allow in home trials? Thanks, Dan .......
257: Tubes Asylum, Re: American tubes (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2005-03-11, 10:45:00 (24.242.4.76)
Check this link .......
258: Tubes Asylum, Re: Where to get GT Mullard? What's GT anyway? nt (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2005-03-08, 18:54:00 (24.242.4.76)
Jim Mc Shane .......
259: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Music Reference rm-5 MK4 (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2005-03-06, 21:23:02 (24.242.4.76)
Comments on this preamp? I am thinking on pairing with a McIntosh tube amp. Is the phono stage any good? Thanks, Dan .......
260: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Thank you all for your help! (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2005-02-15, 18:08:52 (24.242.4.76)
I replaced the 12AX7's (4 tubes) with EH and the 12AT7's (another 4) with some CV4..Mullards that I've got from Jim McShane. You can also try GT12AX7M. The sound improves enormously, specially in the .......
261: Amp/Preamp Asylum, McIntosh MC-2102 vs. Quicksilver or Rogue (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2005-02-15, 12:34:55 (216.63.251.254)
I have a McIntosh MC2102. If you decide to buy the MC2102 amp you will be geting an amp for the next 25 years trouble free. The amp has autoformers so it won't have any problem driving your 4ohm Virgo .......
262: Vinyl Asylum, Thank you all for your help! (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2005-02-14, 20:20:02 (24.242.4.76)
Thanks for taking your time to help to pick a pickup cartridge. Dan .......
263: Vinyl Asylum, Re: MC cartridge recommendation (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2005-02-14, 14:09:49 (216.63.251.254)
Thanks for your answer. I like musical expressiveness,rhythmic drive, dynamics and I do not like a laid back presentation. I am looking for a cartridge that can play Mahler, Bruckner and be capable of .......
264: Vinyl Asylum, MC cartridge recommendation (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2005-02-14, 10:22:51 (216.63.251.254)
Hi! I need your help to recommend me a MC cartridge. Iwant to spend no more than $800. My system: Wright Sound 200c phono stage with step-up transformer Sota Sapphire with Sumiko Premier 3 tonearm McI .......
265: General Asylum, Re: A REALLY cool tone control (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2005-01-30, 12:43:36 (24.242.4.76)
Won't th Behringer change the volume output of the phono preamp? Regards, Dan .......
266: General Asylum, Re: A REALLY cool tone control (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2005-01-29, 18:58:36 (24.242.4.76)
Hi! Can you use this device between a turntable and phono stage w/volume to an amp? Dan .......
267: Tubes Asylum, Re: McIntosh users, what preamp are you using? (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2005-01-18, 18:07:26 (24.242.4.76)
Ron, If you use balanced adaptors are you actually taking advantage of the higher impedance of the balanced inputs? Dan .......
268: Tubes Asylum, Re: McIntosh users, what preamp are you using? (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2005-01-18, 14:43:49 (216.63.251.254)
Just make sure that any preamp you try has an output impedance of less than 300 ohms. The MC2102 has an input impedance of 20KOhms. Dan .......
269: Tubes Asylum, Re: Yes, power tubes flashing is bad (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2005-01-06, 12:47:11 (216.63.251.254)
It is a MCIntosh MC2200. Dan .......
270: Tubes Asylum, Power tubes flash on start up (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2005-01-06, 11:19:18 (216.63.251.254)
Hi! I recently substitute the 12AT7's with CV4024 in my power amp. I noticed that there is a orange bright glow on start up on these new tubes, but also on all other tubes in my amp including the powe .......
271: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Ordered an MMF-7... need phono stage recommendations! (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2005-01-01, 09:13:35 (24.242.0.139)
Hi! I highly recommend Wright 200 phonostage. You do not need to spend more to get this level of performance and you can bypass your preamp. Dan .......
272: Tubes Asylum, Ear 834P On Audiogon (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2004-08-26, 10:36:03 (216.63.251.254)
Why so many units for sale? A new model around the corner? Can you do better on the same price range? Dan .......
273: Vinyl Asylum, Selling a Rega P25 w/o arm (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2004-08-03, 18:22:02 (24.242.5.201)
I am thinking on selling my Rega P25 without the tonearm. How much is fair to ask for it? thanks, Dan .......
274: Vinyl Asylum, Tonearm and cartridge recommendation (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2004-07-24, 20:29:05 (24.242.7.248)
Hi! I have a Rega P25 w/o a tonearm. I want to spend $800 on a MM cartridge and tonearm. My phono stage is a Graham EraGold V. Any recommendations will be appreciated. Thanks Dan .......
275: General Asylum, Re: Any good audio repair shops in Rhode Island ??? (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2004-07-15, 21:39:55 (24.242.7.248)
Mark Voight .......
276: Vinyl Asylum, Re: My wife gave me the ultimate compliment (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2004-03-05, 10:34:57 (216.63.251.254)
When my wife says "I have to hear it on vinyl" Dan .......
277: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Juki (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2004-03-02, 13:19:43 (216.63.251.254)
Hi! I bought a Dynavector 20XH. Great price and fast shipping. Dan .......
278: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Golden Tube Audio (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2004-02-23, 08:55:34 (216.63.251.254)
Does anyone know what its impedance output is? Thanks .......
279: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Source for ZYX/Benz Micro (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2004-02-20, 09:24:53 (216.63.251.254)
Check the link below. Dan .......
280: General Asylum, Re: Throw yourself on the mercy of your wife's love (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2004-02-20, 09:03:59 (216.63.251.254)
Jian, Just get a part time job until you recover the $4k. Then sign a contract with your wife promising that you won't spend any more money in hi-fi audio. Regards, Dan .......
281: Tubes Asylum, Re: Golden Tube Audio SEP- 1SE Preamplifie (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2004-02-19, 09:15:38 (216.63.251.254)
Hi! I bought mine for $300. (Sp. Ed) I t made a great improvement on CD's and the phono stage is not that bad. For the price I paid I think is great. Dan .......
282: Inmate Central, Re: Mexican Earthquake! 2 Million dead! (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2004-02-18, 10:55:25 (216.63.251.254)
Like it or not more are coming into the States every single day. Cannot stop them. It's a spinning wheel situation. Half of the Mexican Territory was stealed (I mean bought) from Mexico, it is natural .......
283: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Why vinyl is just so much fun (and addicting) (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2004-02-17, 07:45:33 (216.63.251.254)
I believe Atahualpa Yupanqui is a trovador from Argentina. Very famous among latinos in the 60's and 70's, kind of a Dylan protest music. Dan .......
284: Tubes Asylum, Which tube amp? (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2004-02-09, 09:26:01 (216.63.251.254)
I have $4k to spend on a tube amp. I'm thinking about Rogue M150, McIntosh 2120, or a used Conrad Premier 12. My system: Harbeth 7 speakers Rega P25/Dynavectot X20 H Golden Tube Audio preamp Era gold .......
285: Vinyl Asylum, Re: 3 questions (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2004-01-20, 10:47:59 (216.63.251.254)
Is it broken in? Not really, only 6 hours max of playing time. Did you adjust VTA? I think,not sure though, that Dynavector is taller, you may need adjuster or washer. Yes, I used a 2mm spacer. I am .......
286: Vinyl Asylum, Help Needed! (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2004-01-19, 19:15:35 (152.163.252.5)
I installedd a Dynavector 20XH on my RegaP25 my other audio equipment consists of MCIntosh MC 2200 (200 w/c), Harbeth7 speakers, Golden Tube SEP1, and Era Gold MKV phono preamp. I was using before a O .......
287: Cable Asylum, Interconnects recommendation (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2004-01-02, 21:30:08 (205.188.208.9)
Hi! I have a Graham phono preamp connected to a Rega P25 and need recommendation for afordable ( Thanks for your suggestions Dan .......
288: Vinyl Asylum, Blackbird or Dynavector 20XH? (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2003-12-18, 09:09:18 (216.63.248.135)
To be installed on a Rega P25. Any comments? Dan .......
289: Speaker Asylum, Quad esl 988 speakers (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2003-12-11, 10:25:08 (216.63.248.135)
A listening room of 12' X 13' will be to small for these speakers? Thanks, Dan .......
290: General Asylum, Re: Why does so much Christmas music suck? (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2003-12-06, 06:39:40 (64.12.96.9)
Dear Big Dave, I agree with you that some performers and recording labels do not care about sound and performance. For example,there are opera singers that destroy the beauty and spirituality message .......
291: Video Asylum, Mini Home Theater (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2003-11-25, 19:41:13 (205.188.208.139)
Hi! I was at CompUsa this afternoon when I saw the flat panel tvs, then I decided to have a mini home theater. My room is going to be 12'X13'. I need your help to get all the hardware: a)Flat panel or .......
292: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Re: Hey now... (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2003-11-23, 19:27:38 (64.12.96.9)
Thank you all. I'll try to have a home audition of both products. Dan .......
293: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Pass or Van Lastine? (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2003-11-22, 17:01:26 (64.12.96.9)
Hi! Has anyone compared Van Alstine (amp and preamp combo) with Pass (x1 and x150? I am in the process of buying an amp and preamp. No way I can audition this equipment here in El paso, TX. I like the .......
294: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Do I need to replace it? (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2003-11-06, 09:30:09 (216.63.248.135)
Hi everyone! I have an old McIntosh MC2200 amplifier (200w/c) from the late seventies. If I decide to buy a new amp, how much improvement would I get? I have a GTA preamp w/phono stage, Rega P25, and .......
295: General Asylum, Re: Dang WAF - man, I need help guys & gals (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2003-11-05, 08:59:45 (216.63.248.135)
Hi! I have good results with WAF by pretending that I am depressed for a few days. I do not drink any beer, watch games, eat out, and I go early to bed. I do not what happens but she changes and decid .......
296: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Thanks, Mark (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2003-10-21, 11:02:12 (216.63.248.135)
I was a little worried about that. Regards, Dan .......
297: Amp/Preamp Asylum, How bad is it... (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2003-10-20, 13:15:23 (216.63.248.135)
The following situation; having the amp and the cd player playing while the preamp is off I can hear the music through my speakers. Thanks, Dan .......
298: Vinyl Asylum, Which cables from Wright phono preamp to main (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2003-10-17, 08:39:10 (216.63.248.135)
preamp you guys suggest to get better results. Thanks Dan .......
299: Vinyl Asylum, How important is ... (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2003-10-15, 10:09:55 (216.63.248.135)
to be able to adjust the capacitance values in phono preamp to accomodate a cartridge to specs?. I have noticed that most phono preamps offer different adjustment for the input impedance, but what abo .......
300: Tubes Asylum, Golden Tube SEP-1 Phono Stage (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2003-10-08, 20:14:34 (172.130.2.198)
Hi! I recently bought a GTA SEP-1 SE preamplifier with the optional phono module. Does anyone have any idea how long do the batteries last? Also anyone with an owner's manual? Thanks for your help. Da .......
301: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Help finding a phono preamp (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2003-09-27, 14:02:23 (152.163.252.5)
Hi everybody, I need your help to audition a phono preamp that I want to connect to my amplifier (McIntosh 2200 with dual volume controls, 100k input impedance). I do not want to buy a preamplifier an .......
302: Vinyl Asylum, Help to select phono pream (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2003-09-24, 11:25:45 (216.63.248.135)
Hi! I have a McIntosh MC2200 amplifier wich has volume controls. Since I only listen to vinyl, I would like to use a phono preamp connected to the amp. The amp has an input impedance of 100k ohms. Whi .......
303: Tubes Asylum, Help finding a similar preamp to Golden Tube SEP-1 (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2003-09-18, 19:27:31 (152.163.252.5)
I have the opportunity to buy a GTA SEP-1 for $750. (I know the price is a little too high). Since GTA is out of business and the unit has no warranty, which other tube preamp has similar sonics to th .......
304: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Re: Dumb question about MC 2200 (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2003-09-13, 21:28:59 (64.12.96.10)
What happened why did you sell it? Dan .......
305: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Dumb question about MC 2200 (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2003-09-13, 06:25:05 (64.12.96.10)
I have a Mcintosh MC 2200. The manual is not very specific about positive or negative speakers output. I need help identifying the following: Is the common screw the red or black input in my speakers? .......
306: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Re: Conrad Johnson PV 10B (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2003-09-06, 08:13:15 (205.188.208.9)
Thanks, CMach. I will receive the preamplifier next Friday. I will let you all know how I like it. Dan .......
307: General Asylum, Re: "White Van" speaker guys busted! (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2003-09-06, 05:59:38 (64.12.96.10)
Calling the police was the right thing to do. There are people that in good faith believe they are getting a good deal. A friend of mine was ripped off with $500. Personally, I do not think he is a su .......
308: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Conrad Johnson PV 10B (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2003-09-05, 20:52:25 (172.169.109.194)
Last week I had my first experience with a tube preamplifier. It was a Golden Tube SEP-1 Sp. Ed. The improvement on my system performance was enormous. Instruments sounded quite natural and there was .......
309: Vinyl Asylum, Vinyl addicts in El Paso, TX? (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2003-07-30, 19:46:44 (205.188.208.9)
Wondering if there are any vinyl enthusiasts in this region. I need help with my Rega P-25. Thanks, Dan .......
310: General Asylum, Who in the world is Anna Logg (0.00)
Posted by DanS on 2003-06-25, 11:29:36 (209.194.173.18)
I heve seen this name in records from the 80's, tutntables, and an audio reviewer for TAS. Just wondering. Dan .......
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