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1: General Asylum, RE: Most recognized front-of-mind High-End audio electronics brands? (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2022-07-29, 18:38:29 (50.224.167.194)
My first High end audio front end was a modified Dynaco ST70 and a Pat5 Preamp .......
2: Speaker Asylum, I'm not opposed to active speakers (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2022-04-09, 20:14:00 (67.175.28.180)
One of my favorite bookshelf speaker is an active speaker. It's the only one where I do not find the need of a sub-woofer. .......
3: Speaker Asylum, RE: pro audio powered monitors (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2022-01-14, 19:10:34 (67.175.28.180)
I can highly recommend Kali Audio LP6 powered speakers. .......
4: Computer Audio Asylum, RE: So, tell us about them ............. (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2021-12-24, 19:55:16 (67.175.28.180)
I own Nakamichi BT 05S, Tribit X-Sound & Stormbox Micro, AbForce ES-T93 & ES-T61, Oontz Angle 3 Plus. Soundmatters FoxL & Dash 7. If you do a Google search for Santana Audio and click on the Products .......
5: Computer Audio Asylum, Carlos Santana speakers (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2021-12-24, 17:12:08 (67.175.28.180)
Just got a pair of Bluetooth 5.1 pair of speakers designed by Carlos Santana. I'm not a fan of wireless speakers, but at this price it's impressive. I was able to pay for one speaker and got the secon .......
6: General Asylum, RE: Stereophile's Products of the Year 2021 (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2021-11-20, 20:18:19 (67.175.28.180)
I have never listened to a pair of Wilson Audio speakers that I liked. .......
7: Computer Audio Asylum, RE: Portable Speaker Recommendation (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2021-11-05, 20:02:37 (67.175.28.180)
I haven't tried the more expensive Tribit speakers, but I have been impressed by the cheaper Tribit Speakers. One of my audiophile friends purchased the more expensive Tribit and is happy with it.I'm .......
8: Computer Audio Asylum, RE: Portable Speaker Recommendation (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2021-11-04, 17:23:34 (67.175.28.180)
My vote would be the Tribit Stormbox Micro. That is what I use for my travel system. I have the Soundmatters speakers, but I like the Tribit better. I also have the Oontz Angle 3 Plus. I use the Tribi .......
9: Vinyl Asylum, Got mine in 1973 (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2021-10-24, 20:06:28 (67.175.28.180)
Had a house fire in 1998 and it got smoke damage. I gave my LP12 to a friend who had a large record collection. .......
10: Speaker Asylum, RE: Magnepan LRS are the king of low price speakers ,,,,, prove me wrong (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2021-10-24, 20:01:59 (67.175.28.180)
Not refuting your comment, but I encountered a person who thought my $95 speakers cost $2,000.00 or my stepson who thought my $300.00 cost $1,500.00 when he listened to them. .......
11: Speaker Asylum, RE: Let's talk about "Monitors" (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2021-10-18, 16:46:21 (67.175.28.180)
My understanding is that "monitors" are manufactured with much higher specifications. So that if you bought a pair in California and compared it with the same pair in London, they would measure much c .......
12: High Efficiency Speaker Asylum, RE: JBL 4309 (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2021-10-14, 07:34:44 (67.175.28.180)
Thank you for that information. .......
13: High Efficiency Speaker Asylum, JBL 4309 (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2021-10-13, 20:47:46 (67.175.28.180)
Was wondering if anyone here has listened to the JBL 4309? If you have, what is your opinion? .......
14: High Efficiency Speaker Asylum, RE: WANTED: outdoor sound system (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2020-07-09, 21:08:27 (67.175.28.180)
Go to a music store and try out products there. You might want to get speaker stands for some of them. Brands to check are Yamaha Club Series, Mackie, and Klipsch. These are not real expensive but sti .......
15: Headphone Heights, RE: What's your source? {NT} (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2020-05-16, 20:14:31 (67.175.28.180)
I use a Oontz Angle 3 Plus in a water bottle holder for my bicycle sound system. .......
16: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Soundsmith Otello (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2020-05-13, 20:43:05 (67.175.28.180)
I really like this cartridge. .......
17: Headphone Heights, RE: Earphones utilizing the USB-C connector (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2020-05-05, 20:31:42 (67.175.28.180)
I use the Soditer USBC to audio mini adapter with built in DAC. .......
18: Speaker Asylum, RE: What speakers to pair with this amp ~$5k (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2020-04-23, 20:31:31 (67.175.28.180)
If you like the SET mode on the amp, I would suggest a pair of Joseph Audio speakers. I heard them with an Audio Note integrated amp. .......
19: General Asylum, RE: What High End companies are shut, what are open now? (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2020-04-09, 19:53:24 (67.175.28.180)
I heard that VPI, Emotiva besides Magnepan. .......
20: Speaker Asylum, RE: Book shelf speaker recommendation (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2020-03-12, 08:49:33 (67.175.28.180)
One of the most impressive speakers that I have purchased are the Kali LP6 from Lone Pine. These are bi-amped speakers with the amplifiers built in. My son, when he first heard this speaker thought it .......
21: Speaker Asylum, RE: Dynaudio Active Monitors (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2020-01-20, 16:57:26 (67.175.28.180)
I know that everyone might feel differently about any speaker, but the most impressive speaker that I personally have listened to were the Montana EPS. .......
22: Speaker Asylum, RE: Dynaudio Active Monitors (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2020-01-20, 16:55:27 (67.175.28.180)
It was at CES in Chicago. .......
23: Speaker Asylum, RE: Dynaudio Active Monitors (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2020-01-19, 20:13:52 (67.175.28.180)
After listening to the Dynaudio Evidence years ago with Mark Levinson electronics, I've not been a fan of their speakers. .......
24: Speaker Asylum, $1,500 speakers (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2020-01-11, 19:31:14 (64.110.7.59)
That's what my step son thought when I gave him a listen to these speakers. .......
25: Speaker Asylum, Kali lp6 (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2020-01-05, 19:56:48 (67.175.28.180)
This is the only bookshelf speaker where I do not feel the need of adding a subwoofer. Pretty incredible speaker at this price. .......
26: General Asylum, RE: Budget System is not cheap.... (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2019-11-14, 21:15:57 (67.175.28.180)
At one time I would have agreed with this statement, but after listening to Kurt Chang's cardboard speakers, my idea of budget system changed. I have found much more enjoyment out of this hobby with b .......
27: General Asylum, RE: Here is a much nicer Room and probably costs more .... And it/was for sale ..... (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2019-11-08, 18:51:55 (67.175.28.180)
Not a fan of Krell electronics. .......
28: General Asylum, RE: Million Dollar Stereo System (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2019-11-07, 07:44:48 (67.175.28.180)
The Adam AX7 have ribbon tweeters. Those in the video did not. .......
29: General Asylum, Million Dollar Stereo System (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2019-11-06, 21:32:52 (67.175.28.180)
I wasn't so interested in the million dollar stereo system as I was with the speakers behind the person who filmed this video. The appear to be the Kali lp6 speakers. I own them and have been quite im .......
30: Speaker Asylum, Kali lp6 (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2019-11-02, 21:04:59 (67.175.28.180)
These are the only bookshelf speakers that I do not feel the need to a a subwoofer to them. .......
31: Speaker Asylum, RE: Best Sounding Portable Speaker ? ..................... (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2019-10-05, 19:42:33 (67.175.28.180)
The i Loud speaker by IK Multimedia is my favorite. .......
32: Speaker Asylum, RE: Wellll.. (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2019-09-24, 21:49:11 (67.175.28.180)
I own about $40K of audio equipment and I enjoy the affordable stuff as much as the expensive stuff. I rather find audio products that many people can afford versus the stuff that only a few people ca .......
33: Speaker Asylum, RE: Impressive budget system (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2019-09-18, 22:13:26 (67.175.28.180)
Kali lp6 available through music stores like Guitar Center, Musician's Friend or Amazon. I purchased mine for $249.00 a pair. Each speaker has 2 built-in amplifiers. .......
34: Speaker Asylum, RE: Impressive budget system (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2019-09-11, 21:56:31 (67.175.28.180)
I wanted balanced output and the Schit cost more than the components in the system, plus it offered many more inputs than I needed. .......
35: Speaker Asylum, RE: Wellll.. (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2019-09-11, 08:39:12 (67.175.28.180)
I don't feel the need of replacing the Toshiba. I have other systems with outboard D.A convertors. .......
36: Speaker Asylum, Impressive budget system (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2019-09-11, 07:57:48 (67.175.28.180)
This system consists of a pair of Kali lp6 I purchased on sale. IsoAcoustics ISO-130 speaker stands Toshiba DVD player, slightly modified Nobsound Mini Fully Balanced Single Ended Passive Preamp Mo .......
37: Speaker Asylum, Kali KP6 (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2019-08-23, 19:47:38 (67.175.28.180)
I think this speaker has finally broken in and I'm really impressed with the performance. These are powered monitors with 2 amplifiers in each speaker. The bass response from this size and price is ve .......
38: Computer Audio Asylum, RE: I like my Oontz Ultra speaker (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2019-05-28, 07:57:06 (216.21.43.202)
My brother-in-law owned the Oontz Ultra and he was surprised that my Oontz Angle 3 Plus sounded better than his Ultra. .......
39: Computer Audio Asylum, RE: Suggestion for computer/powered speakers? - small (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2019-05-26, 19:27:26 (67.175.28.180)
Oontz Angle 3 Plus from Amazon $34.99 each .......
40: Jazz Alley, 2019 American Pianist Awards (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2019-04-05, 19:32:52 (67.175.28.180)
From Steinway and Sons, 2019 American Pianist Awards .......
41: Speaker Asylum, RE: Kali LP (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2019-02-23, 19:09:33 (67.175.28.180)
I also own a pair of Airmotiv speakers. I do own a pair of the Kali LP6. I would not classify the Kali LP6 as analytical. I use them for playback of CD's and also plugging in my phone as well. ::: TOP .......
42: Speaker Asylum, Kali LP (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2019-02-22, 19:17:34 (67.175.28.180)
This is a fun and impressive speaker in the $300.00 a pair range. Each speaker is bi-amped, but the most unique feature is located on the back of the speaker as can be view in the photo. .......
43: Speaker Asylum, Kali LP6 (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2019-02-08, 16:59:02 (67.175.28.180)
Interesting powered speaker marketed as a recording studio monitor. If you shop Guitar Center or Musician's Friend, they have a 45 day return policy. .......
44: Vinyl Asylum, Cork mat (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2019-02-07, 21:09:23 (67.175.28.180)
I tried a cork mat on my Rega 3 with Othello cartridge and there appears to be less ticks on the LP's as when I used the felt mat. .......
45: General Asylum, RE: LP's vs. CD's (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2019-02-07, 21:06:46 (67.175.28.180)
I let a musician listen to his recording on CD and LP. His statement to me was the LP sounded more like what he remembered when doing the recording than the CD. .......
46: General Asylum, RE: ...... And the best selling speaker in the US is..... (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2018-12-12, 21:01:38 (67.175.28.180)
I have a Nakamichi BT05 wired to my dot. .......
47: General Asylum, RE: Not everyone shares the same passion (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2018-12-07, 14:02:48 (67.175.28.180)
My wife is a Steinway educator and we have 2 Steinway Grand pianos in her studio. She doesn't care about critical listening either. She is fine with an inexpensive Bluetooth speaker. .......
48: General Asylum, Why so few audio enthusiast. (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2018-12-06, 21:01:36 (67.175.28.180)
I noticed that most of my coworkers do not own CD's much less vinyl records. Most use their phones as a source of music. It would be a waste of money for them to assemble a good sounding stereo system .......
49: Vinyl Asylum, 3D printable Lenco Turntable (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2018-11-28, 05:54:06 (67.175.28.180)
Lenco turntable that you can purchase assembled or get the 3D printable .......
50: Speaker Asylum, RE: Crap, they've already gone back up to regular price! (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2018-11-27, 20:58:20 (67.175.28.180)
I wished that I had purchased 2 pairs instead of one pair. I think they are worth their normal price of $300.00 a pair. .......
51: Speaker Asylum, RE: out of my depth -- ELAC "Debut 2.0 B6.2" amplification advice, please (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2018-11-26, 19:16:07 (67.175.28.180)
I using a Miniwatt tube amp with my ELAC Debut 2.0 B6.2 .......
52: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Comments on Rega vs Project (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2018-10-26, 07:30:33 (67.175.28.180)
Thanks for all the posts. I've decided to go with the Rega Planar 3 and a Dynavector cartridge. .......
53: Vinyl Asylum, Comments on Rega vs Project (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2018-10-24, 21:24:18 (67.175.28.180)
Thinking of spending around $1,000 for a turntable. Any comments on the Rega vs Project turntables? .......
54: Vinyl Asylum, Elac Miracord 90 vs EAT B Flat (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2018-10-18, 22:10:56 (67.175.28.180)
Just curious as to comments about these 2 turntables. .......
55: Vinyl Asylum, Latest SME TT (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2018-05-17, 07:10:36 (67.175.28.180)
Latest TT from SME .......
56: Speaker Asylum, RE: ELAC Uni-Fi UB5 (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2018-05-05, 19:46:19 (67.175.28.180)
I really like Andrew Jones designed speakers. .......
57: Amp/Preamp Asylum, New Dynamo ST 70 (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2018-05-01, 17:23:18 (67.175.28.180)
New Dynamo ST 70 .......
58: Vinyl Asylum, New entry level turntable from McIntosh (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2018-03-09, 07:13:44 (67.175.28.180)
McIntosh MT2 turntable. Suggested retail price is $4,000. .......
59: General Asylum, RE: Google Mini VS Echo Dot Sound Quality (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2018-03-04, 19:31:26 (67.175.28.180)
This is my Kitchen audio system .......
60: Speaker Asylum, RE: Speaker Recomendation (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2017-12-07, 20:58:42 (67.175.28.180)
I'm running Andrew Jones Pioneer speakers with mine. .......
61: Speaker Asylum, RE: PA system for music on a budget (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2017-09-17, 20:04:16 (69.245.253.155)
You did not state what your budget was, but Yamaha Club Speakers are not very expensive and they sound good. .......
62: Speaker Asylum, RE: Pioneer BS22 or Elac Debut B4 (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2017-09-07, 20:43:45 (69.245.253.155)
Both are good speakers for the money. .......
63: Jazz Alley, RE: Any other modern big bands I should be listening to? (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2017-09-03, 19:31:45 (69.245.253.155)
Gordon Goodwin's Big Phat Band .......
64: Speaker Asylum, RE: Speakers close to wall options (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2017-04-23, 20:58:19 (67.173.134.173)
If you can find a pair of Mission 700 series, the had ports in the front and none in the back. .......
65: Vinyl Asylum, RE: new turntable (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2017-02-28, 17:22:47 (67.173.134.173)
Around 800 Euros .......
66: Vinyl Asylum, new turntable (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2017-02-27, 19:17:54 (67.173.134.173)
New turntable from a company called Minoit. It plays the record from the bottom side. .......
67: General Asylum, RE: help finding best mics in the $50 range (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2017-01-07, 19:12:04 (173.164.45.129)
A decent condenser for $50.00 not available by usual methods. Decent pics in this price range would be AT Blue miss. .......
68: General Asylum, RE: Lesser Equipment (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2016-12-17, 19:38:06 (69.246.194.222)
What I am listening to right now cost about $250.00 and sounds quite good to me. .......
69: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Is it really new? (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2016-12-07, 21:34:26 (69.246.194.222)
Maybe that's how they got their idea. .......
70: Vinyl Asylum, Something new (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2016-12-07, 08:09:34 (69.246.194.222)
New idea for portable vinyl playing .......
71: Headphone Heights, RE: Best "under the radar" headphones under $1K? (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2016-09-30, 19:48:11 (69.246.194.222)
Available at Monoprice - Planar headphones for $299.00 .......
72: General Asylum, RE: I still have a set of FMS (Fulton) "Blue" (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2016-08-17, 20:20:12 (69.7.121.113)
I believe that Bob Fulton was one of the first to say that cables effect sound .......
73: Vinyl Asylum, Thanks (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2016-04-14, 21:49:49 (69.246.194.222)
Enjoyed this .......
74: General Asylum, RE: Then there are those that figure mixing aqua with electricity... (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2016-03-30, 21:31:23 (69.246.194.222)
I used a pair of these with a small sub. When the water stopped dancing, I switched to the Nakamichi BT05S speakers with the sub. .......
75: Speaker Asylum, RE: Better Buy (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2016-02-02, 16:50:50 (69.246.194.222)
When Andrew Jones were designing the first Pioneer Speakers, I bought the 41;s rather than the 21's. .......
76: Speaker Asylum, RE: portable bluetooth speakers (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2016-01-26, 20:39:37 (69.246.194.222)
Nakamichi BT05 are what I like .......
77: Speaker Asylum, RE: Interesting video - History of the LS3/5a (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2016-01-17, 19:17:32 (69.246.194.222)
Thanks, really enjoyed this. .......
78: Tape Trail, Try this link (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2015-09-04, 20:50:36 (69.246.194.222)
Video .......
79: Tape Trail, Sorry (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2015-09-04, 20:44:49 (69.246.194.222)
Sorry, I don't know why it was removed. .......
80: Tape Trail, Last US manufacturer of audio cassettes (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2015-09-04, 09:03:42 (69.246.194.222)
Interesting video .......
81: General Asylum, RE: Spotify - Tube Amp setting (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2015-07-12, 19:40:21 (107.202.189.107)
I run Spotify though a tubed amp and dac so I don't use the "tube" settings. .......
82: Speaker Asylum, RE: Any of the Andrew Jones designed Pioneer speakers. (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2015-06-25, 20:37:41 (107.202.189.107)
The bookshelf versions sound better than the floor standing versions. .......
83: General Asylum, Chad Kassem buys Doug Sax Mastering Lab (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2015-06-17, 20:48:39 (107.202.189.107)
Great news for audiophiles .......
84: General Asylum, RE: microphone quality (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2015-06-12, 19:59:58 (107.202.189.107)
If your budget can allow, check out Blue microphones. .......
85: Speaker Asylum, Bob Fulton (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2015-05-16, 20:50:32 (107.202.189.107)
Loved his FMI 60's and 100's .......
86: Speaker Asylum, RE: In any order, give us your list of the eight to ten (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2015-05-13, 21:57:45 (107.202.189.107)
Joseph Audio Hill Plasmotronic Montana Magnepan Monitor Audio Kef Rodgers .......
87: General Asylum, Steinway (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2015-05-05, 20:45:17 (107.202.189.107)
Two Steinway Grands .......
88: General Asylum, RE: Modded instruments for your i device (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2014-11-04, 17:19:50 (107.202.189.107)
This is what I use. Made from PVC .......
89: General Asylum, RE: If you find a good one (not a gimmick) powered by tubes please let us know... (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2014-10-30, 21:21:44 (107.202.189.107)
I have the IK Multimedia i-Loud that has surprised me as to how loud it will play. It sounds really good, but no tubes. .......
90: General Asylum, RE: No, but this one sounds pretty sweet.... (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2014-10-30, 07:27:46 (107.202.189.107)
If it were powered by tubes I would be more interested .......
91: General Asylum, Has anyone listened to this Bluetooth speaker? (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2014-10-28, 16:10:20 (107.202.189.107)
Just curious if anyone has listened to this speaker and would like to comment on the sound quality. .......
92: Vinyl Asylum, Just wondering if anyone could identify this turntable (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2014-10-21, 17:36:21 (107.202.189.107)
Saw this ad and was wondering if anyone knew what turntable this was. .......
93: Headphone Heights, Can Jam video report (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2014-10-08, 20:55:31 (107.202.189.107)
Check out the YouTube link .......
94: Speaker Asylum, RE: Low cost bookshelf speaker potential shootout (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2014-09-04, 20:56:56 (107.202.189.107)
One of my friends has the Pioneer BS21 powered by a Miniwatt amp. He can't get over how good that combination sounds. .......
95: Speaker Asylum, RE: Low cost bookshelf speaker potential shootout (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2014-09-04, 08:06:37 (107.202.189.107)
I've tried the Insignia, and the Pioneer SP-BS 21, 22, but like the 41's best. Have friends with the Dayton Audio and are very happy. I think the Monoprice are a bit better than the Dayton Audio. For .......
96: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: CD Enhancers (Cleaners/Polishers/Coaters) (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2014-07-25, 20:55:04 (50.198.194.249)
Sparkle glass cleaner is what I use. .......
97: General Asylum, 2nd & Charles (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2014-06-28, 20:14:02 (107.202.190.158)
In the Chicago region, we have 2nd & Charles. These are pre-owned CD's but in very good condition. .......
98: Speaker Asylum, RE: Recommend a cheap ($99 or () speaker for iPad use? (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2014-06-24, 17:30:50 (107.202.190.158)
You can pair those with a Digital amp and stay under your budget. The combo is available at the same site. .......
99: Speaker Asylum, RE: Glass Floorstanding Speakers (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2014-06-22, 19:29:29 (107.202.190.158)
Celestion made a pair of floor standing speakers that I own. AVT302 .......
100: Computer Audio Asylum, RE: Best Portable Bluetooth Speaker you've heard ?.......................... (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2014-06-17, 17:22:31 (107.202.190.158)
I travel with a pair of the Soundmatters foxl and the foxlo, however I think the best sound Bluetooth speaker is the iLoud speaker from IK Multimedia .......
101: General Asylum, RE: Next you'll be telling us... (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2014-05-21, 21:09:24 (107.202.190.158)
I'm shopping for a turntable. .......
102: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Vinyl's great, but it's not better than CDs (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2014-05-06, 21:21:47 (107.202.190.158)
I had a musician come to listen to his band on vinyl and cd. He was amazed at how the vinyl sounded as compared with the cd. He stated the vinyl sounded more like what he remembered when he was record .......
103: General Asylum, RE: We're pertfectly happy with the audio in both of our vehicles and yes, it was a factor in our purchasing (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2014-05-03, 18:44:34 (107.202.190.158)
The reason that sound in the 4-Runner is so good is because Toyota consults with Harman International on how to get good sound from their vehicles. The only way it sounds bad is if people don't set it .......
104: Vinyl Asylum, Analog Planet's comparison of VPI's 3D arm and the JMW Memorial arm (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2014-04-23, 08:59:24 (107.202.190.158)
Very interesting comparison .......
105: Speaker Asylum, RE: Near Field Speaker Replacement (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2014-04-22, 16:51:35 (107.202.190.158)
I replaced the woofer and crossover from components obtained from www.madisound.com .......
106: Headphone Heights, RE: Decent sounding but not $$$ phones for an iPhone 4, w / wo mike. (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2014-04-17, 00:24:05 (107.202.190.158)
I like the Woodees Classic .......
107: Speaker Asylum, Isoacoustics speaker stands (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2014-04-02, 06:19:32 (107.202.190.158)
Wondering if anyone here has tried these stands and your opinion of the product. .......
108: Headphone Heights, Thanks for the post (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2014-03-27, 21:15:26 (107.202.190.158)
Thanks .......
109: Music Lane, Thanks for the introduction (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2014-03-12, 21:19:10 (107.202.190.158)
Thank you for sharing this post. .......
110: General Asylum, RE: John Meyer Interview (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2014-02-20, 20:22:52 (107.202.190.158)
Thank you for this post. I have always admired the "Meyer" sound. .......
111: Speaker Asylum, Morel Fat Lady (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2014-02-17, 17:17:24 (107.202.190.158)
Curious if anyone has listened to Morel's Fat Lady. If you have, what did you think of the speaker? .......
112: General Asylum, RE: Wisconsin's "American TV" megastores closing after 60 years (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2014-02-17, 17:12:31 (107.202.190.158)
I remember when they would give away bicycles with your purchase. I never purchased anything from them, but I did visit their store in Madison, WI. .......
113: Computer Audio Asylum, RE: How is the stereo soundfield? (nt) (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2014-02-09, 19:06:36 (107.202.190.158)
With any single container unit, a stereo field is not optimal. That's why I have 2 fox'L speakers when I travel. But in terms of the quality of the sound coming from this unit, I find it entertaining .......
114: Speaker Asylum, RE: Joseph Audio & tube amps (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2014-02-07, 19:33:04 (107.202.190.158)
The first time I listened to a pair of Joseph Audio speakers were powered by an Audio Note integrated amp rated at 9.5W. An Audio friend of mine had a pair of RM22 or 25 paired with a Wright 2A3 amp. .......
115: Computer Audio Asylum, Best sounding Bluetooth Speaker - iLoud (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2014-02-07, 16:47:54 (107.202.190.158)
When I travel, I have a pair of Soundmatters foxL speaker as well as the foxLo. I'm still happy with that setup, but recently I got interested in the iLoud speaker from IK Multimedia. This is a very i .......
116: Speaker Asylum, RE: Have we hit the glass ceiling? (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2014-01-26, 20:13:14 (107.202.190.158)
I'm very happy with my glass enclosed Celestions. .......
117: General Asylum, RE: So Much for High End Being Better.......... (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2013-12-28, 19:45:33 (107.202.190.158)
Though I've had the opportunity to listen to a few systems that are in the 6 figures region, I'm having too much fun these days with affordable audio products. In my opinion, some of the affordable pr .......
118: Digital Drive, KEF KHT2005.3K1 Home Audio Speaker System (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2013-12-12, 20:22:55 (107.202.190.127)
This system does not provide wireless rears, but for a lot less than your budget, these are quite good. You might want to try placing the rear speaker on the floor beside the sofa facing up. ::: TOPI .......
119: Speaker Asylum, RE: I wonder how tehy stack up against the reference level (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2013-12-12, 06:46:56 (107.202.190.127)
I prefer the Joseph Audio 7 over the Harbeth ESR. Have not listened to the Tekton Lore 7 .......
120: Speaker Asylum, RE: these are incredible - and they are inexpensive (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2013-12-12, 06:44:36 (107.202.190.127)
Your opinion is not any better if you haven't audition in ARX speakers. .......
121: Speaker Asylum, RE: these are incredible - and they are inexpensive (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2013-12-06, 16:37:40 (107.202.190.127)
The Audio Insider's Arx A1b - These would be the speakers that I would consider incredible and inexpensive. .......
122: Tape Trail, RE: XLR microphone recommendation, please (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2013-11-18, 17:23:30 (107.202.190.127)
What is your budget and does your unit have phantom power? .......
123: High Efficiency Speaker Asylum, HTC Horn lovers (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2013-11-08, 10:17:08 (107.202.190.127)
This might be something that people who own HTC phones might like. .......
124: Computer Audio Asylum, RE: Looking for Recs on the best Portable Bluetooth speaker....... (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2013-10-07, 20:15:32 (107.202.190.127)
One other model to consider are the ones from Monitor Audio. .......
125: Speaker Asylum, RE: Portable Bluetooth Speaker Recs wanted..................... (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2013-09-28, 19:46:32 (107.202.190.127)
I currently take my Soundmatters foxL and foxLo. If size doesn't matter, you might want to check out the offers from Cambridge Audio .......
126: Speaker Asylum, RE: Speaker for sound reinforcement (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2013-09-15, 19:25:45 (107.202.190.127)
I would recommend the Yamaha S112V. You probably only need 2 for your space. I would attach the speakers together and hang them upside down. .......
127: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: A budget amp (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2013-06-17, 18:04:56 (74.44.251.78)
I'm using a Miniwatt tube amp. Do a Google search. Cost is within your budget. .......
128: General Asylum, Totally agree with you - nt (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2013-05-27, 20:58:28 (107.202.190.127)
. .......
129: Music Lane, RE: california dreaming (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2013-05-11, 21:29:53 (107.202.190.127)
Better video .......
130: General Asylum, type error (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2013-04-29, 20:42:56 (107.202.190.127)
1974 .......
131: General Asylum, RE: Now if you want to make claims about a $3000 power cable (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2013-04-29, 20:40:51 (107.202.190.127)
At my local esoteric audio shop, the owner told me that the people who buy most of the expensive power cords are scientist who work at Fermi Labs. .......
132: General Asylum, RE: Its funny (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2013-04-28, 19:50:22 (107.202.190.127)
I've been involved in esoteric audio since 1074 and it's been my experience that electronic engineers and certain audio engineers have the most difficult time understanding what esoteric audio is abou .......
133: Speaker Asylum, RE: Had the new Andrew Jones/Pioneer SP-BS22s at home, briefly. (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2013-04-18, 20:42:29 (107.202.190.127)
I must say that my experience with them are quite different than yours and I have owned the NHT Super Zeroes. I can't figure out why your experience with them were so negative. .......
134: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Cymbal maker Robert Zildjian dies at the age of 89 (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2013-04-04, 21:30:22 (24.15.4.135)
Zildjan is the oldest American Company that has never laid off an employee. .......
135: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Robert (Bob) Fulton (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2013-02-08, 20:00:41 (24.15.4.135)
I had the opportunity of meeting Bob Fulton back in the 70's when I worked at an esoteric audio store. Bob was very down to earth and had a unique sense of humor. I believe that he is also credited as .......
136: General Asylum, RE: Bringing up the rear at ~$1.6K :-) (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2013-01-26, 20:03:38 (24.15.4.135)
After working in an esoteric audio salon and a pro audio store, my taste in audio has changed dramatically. The oldest piece of electronics is a Pro Musica modified Dynaco Stereo 70 and the newest is .......
137: Music Lane, Any of the 3 Blind Mice CD's (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2013-01-21, 20:42:22 (65.130.235.83)
Also the Jazz at the Pawnshop CD .......
138: Vinyl Asylum, 3D printed record (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2012-12-21, 07:02:02 (24.15.4.135)
Interesting new technology for vinyl fans .......
139: Speaker Asylum, newegg has sold out (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2012-12-17, 20:11:16 (24.15.4.135)
Newegg only has the 21's, they are sold out of the 41's. I purchased one of the last pairs of the 41's that they had. It was a very good price for them. .......
140: Video Asylum, Who will be the first to own this (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2012-11-19, 20:02:09 (24.15.4.135)
Designed by Porsche Design Studios. .......
141: Speaker Asylum, RE: Small 8 inch subwoofer (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2012-11-15, 20:30:48 (24.15.4.135)
I use an Energy 8' sub with my computer speakers. .......
142: Speaker Asylum, Agree on the Joseph Audio speakers nt (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2012-11-14, 20:26:13 (24.15.4.135)
. .......
143: Speaker Asylum, foxl versus oontz (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2012-10-26, 19:46:59 (24.15.4.135)
Just wondering if anyone here has compared the Foxl bluetooth speaker's sound with the Oontz bluetooth speaker's sound .......
144: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Looking for inexpensive class T amp for computer. Suggestions? (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2012-08-16, 20:59:17 (24.15.20.20)
These are what I use for listening to music from my computer. They have very limited bass, so I use an Energy 8" subwoofer with them. These speakers by themselves sound a lot like NHT super zero. You .......
145: Music Lane, RE: How to clean CD? (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2012-07-31, 18:43:27 (24.15.20.20)
Something that I learned when I worked in a hospital laboratory. We hired a company to come in to clean the optics on our microscopes. This included a Zeiss scope that was owned by the chief pathologi .......
146: Digital Drive, RE: Question (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2012-07-21, 20:25:06 (24.15.20.20)
How about the Maverick D2 DAC? .......
147: Speaker Asylum, RE: Best Speakers for Upgraded Dynaco monoblocks (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2012-05-25, 10:31:35 (24.15.20.20)
Some of the best speakers that I've listened to in that price range would have to be Joseph Audio. I'm more impressed with them than I am with Wilson Audio speakers. The Joseph Audio speakers work rea .......
148: General Asylum, Samsung analog tube speaker dock (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2012-03-28, 08:51:10 (24.15.20.20)
Rather interesting product from Samsung .......
149: Speaker Asylum, RE: "Active" help is needed (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2012-03-26, 20:22:49 (24.15.20.20)
You might want to consider the HD1 Meyer powered monitors if you can find a dealer for them. .......
150: Speaker Asylum, RE: Monitors vs. Bookshelf Speakers (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2012-02-03, 19:38:55 (98.228.114.103)
Technically, I believe that Monitors are manufactured under tighter tolerances because their goal is to sound the same in various locations. As with all speaker manufacturing, this can vary from one m .......
151: Speaker Asylum, Not dissapointed (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2012-01-30, 20:34:10 (98.228.114.103)
Because Best Buy doesn't know what they are doing, I've been able to get some great buys, because they were discontinued by Best Buy. .......
152: Speaker Asylum, RE: The best I've heard... (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2012-01-17, 07:45:38 (65.117.208.119)
Key words "properly set up". To me, this is just as important as to what speakers you choose. .......
153: General Asylum, RE: Have you met any audio legends (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2011-12-27, 21:31:06 (24.12.14.197)
William Z Johnson, Robert Fulton, Dr. Bruce Edgar and Lloyd Dissmore who introduced me to esoteric audio. .......
154: Speaker Asylum, Thanks for the post (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2011-12-11, 05:32:41 (24.12.14.197)
Thanks, I bought a pair .......
155: General Asylum, New Behringer product (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2011-12-07, 19:59:14 (24.12.14.197)
New product from Behringer for your iPod. Note the size of the iPod in the image. .......
156: Speaker Asylum, RE: Pioneer SP-BS21-LR (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2011-11-28, 21:20:40 (24.12.14.197)
I compared the 21 with the 51 at Best Buy and liked the 21 better than the 51. .......
157: General Asylum, For the mobile audiophile (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2011-11-24, 08:29:42 (24.12.14.197)
Unfortunately not available in the USA. This could be what mobile audiophiles have been waiting for. .......
158: Computer Audio Asylum, RE: Help choosing a Microphone please? (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2011-11-11, 20:41:53 (24.12.14.197)
I would recommend the Blue Yeti Pro. Fits right in your budget and is better than microphones costing twice it's price. .......
159: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: I need help. Calling an audiophile (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2011-11-08, 19:52:10 (24.12.14.197)
If you can't afford the Nuforce, go with the Dayton Audio amp. .......
160: Speaker Asylum, RE: Woot! (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2011-10-16, 15:27:33 (24.12.14.197)
Best Buy has the same speakers for $99.98 and you can return them for a full refund if you don't like them. .......
161: General Asylum, RE: Audiophile myths (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2011-10-12, 20:13:59 (24.12.14.197)
Myth - The more it cost, the better it sounds. Truth is that what makes an audiophile is not how much money was spent, but how you spent your money. .......
162: Speaker Asylum, RE: Speakers for wifi setup/Insignia alternative (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2011-09-27, 19:21:11 (24.12.14.197)
I don't know if I can answer your question as to why they are so good. Many of my audio friends who also own very expensive equipment like this speaker even unmodified. You are correct in some of the .......
163: Speaker Asylum, RE: Speakers for wifi setup/Insignia alternative (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2011-09-26, 20:27:17 (24.12.14.197)
Who said anything about selling them. I still have them, speakers that I have sold or disposed of include AR7a, Fulton FMI 100, Paradigm Atom, JBL 4698b. The Insignia's are that good, but they are eve .......
164: Speaker Asylum, RE: Speakers for wifi setup/Insignia alternative (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2011-09-25, 05:52:59 (24.12.14.197)
I have also listened to the Pioneer speakers you mentioned. They are not bad, but I prefer my modified pair of Insignia to the Pioneers. Other speakers that I currently own are Monitor Audio Silver 3t .......
165: Speaker Asylum, A Moment of Silence (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2011-09-24, 17:04:43 (24.12.14.197)
I found out today that my favorite budget speaker is no longer available. I have enjoyed these speakers since they were first introduced to this forum. A few of my audiophile buddies have these speake .......
166: Computer Audio Asylum, RE: Budget challenge: $150 for PC amp/2 speakers (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2011-09-22, 21:07:56 (24.12.14.197)
Get these speakers and position them so that they are at ear level. I use PVC pipes to do that. These speakers come with an amp. I use these with an Energy 8" sub woofer. This combination sounds bette .......
167: Headphone Heights, RE: Best Earbuds under $100 for iPod? (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2011-09-18, 18:21:49 (24.12.14.197)
This is what I would recommend for under $100. .......
168: Vinyl Asylum, Sold Out nt (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2011-09-15, 20:23:10 (24.12.14.197)
. .......
169: General Asylum, RE: The joy of being a Toyota salesman? LOL nt (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2011-09-01, 20:23:33 (24.12.14.197)
I do sell Toyotas and while attending one of Toyota's training sessions last week, I spoke with a representative from Harman International. I commented on how good the sound in Toyota vehicles were to .......
170: Speaker Asylum, RE: So I bought those $99 speakers Andrew Jones designed for Pioneer, and... (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2011-08-02, 18:12:43 (24.12.14.197)
I listened to the Pioneers and agree that they are decent for the money. They sounded better than the floorstand models. I still have the Insignias with some modifications based on the GR mod. I prefe .......
171: General Asylum, Animusic videos (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2011-05-30, 20:13:32 (24.15.4.185)
I have Animusic 1 and 2 .......
172: Speaker Asylum, All Natural Speakers (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2011-05-20, 13:57:24 (24.15.4.185)
Anyone heard these speakers yet? .......
173: General Asylum, Surround Sound Audio Battlefield (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2011-05-12, 07:03:11 (24.15.4.185)
Interesting audio article .......
174: Vinyl Asylum, iphone meets vinyl (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2011-04-28, 08:56:48 (24.15.4.185)
Interesting new gadget. .......
175: Speaker Asylum, RE: Worlds best DIY loudspeaker (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2011-04-01, 16:51:13 (24.15.4.185)
This is my system that I take when I'm on vacation. .......
176: General Asylum, Superscope PSD (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2011-03-15, 19:34:11 (24.15.4.185)
If your budget can accommodate this take a look at the Superscope PSD series of recorders. .......
177: General Asylum, RE: all in 1 reciever? (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2011-02-13, 18:30:12 (24.15.4.185)
Of those mentioned, I would not recommend Yamaha or Sony ES. You might also want to research Cambridge, or NAD. Outlaw and Harmon Kardon are outstanding in sound quality. .......
178: Computer Audio Asylum, RE: swans or audioengine (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2011-01-28, 13:46:31 (24.15.4.185)
The Swan S3W are available from Madisound. Put them on top of some PVC tubes and they will perform like NHT Super Zeroes. .......
179: Tweakers' Asylum, Painter's Pyramid (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2011-01-11, 13:48:59 (74.93.228.69)
I'm trying the Painter's Pyramid which are available at Home Depot for $6 for 10. .......
180: General Asylum, Chicago did not lose it's smooth jazz station (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2010-12-27, 20:17:57 (24.15.4.185)
Tune to 87.7 WLFM or Channel 6 on the TV. Smooth Jazz lives on in Chicago. .......
181: General Asylum, RE: Outdoor Recievers? (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2010-10-17, 18:26:51 (24.15.4.185)
My guess is that because you are using it outdoors, it does not have enough power for the speakers that you chose. HK receivers are very good sounding units. You probably need some high efficiency spe .......
182: General Asylum, RE: For Drummers (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2010-09-28, 19:14:26 (24.15.4.185)
Thanks Tom, I have the Animusic DVD's. .......
183: General Asylum, For Drummers (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2010-09-28, 17:09:15 (24.15.4.185)
Interesting video for drummers .......
184: Speaker Asylum, RE: enough (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2010-09-23, 20:45:11 (24.15.4.185)
I for one am still enjoying the Insignia speakers. I enjoy them even though I have speakers that cost considerably more in price and have also listened to numerous speakers that cost over $10,000.00 a .......
185: General Asylum, Greensound Technology Speakers (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2010-09-19, 18:07:00 (24.15.4.185)
Curious if anyone has listened to these speakers. What did you think of the sound? .......
186: Speaker Asylum, RE: Your preferred "cost-no-object" speakers (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2010-09-06, 16:55:13 (24.15.4.185)
Joseph Audio or Montana speakers are the best that I listened to. I prefer them over the B&W Nautilus, Dynaudio Confidence or Wilson Audio speakers. .......
187: Speaker Asylum, RE: What's the best "budget speaker" you've bought/have? (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2010-08-19, 20:50:22 (24.15.4.185)
The best by far of affordable speakers are the Insignia 6 1/2" speakers. I cleaned out 3 Best Buy stores of their inventory when they were on sale for $35/pair. They sounded even better after performi .......
188: General Asylum, Outstanding Inner Ear Stereo Earphone for small budgets (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2010-08-02, 20:56:46 (24.15.4.185)
I was looking for ear phones that I could use with my HTC EVO. I tried the Maximo IM-590 but did not like the amount of noise transmitted when handling the cords attached to the ear phones. I came acr .......
189: Speaker Asylum, RE: Looking for speakers for Marantz 2230/similar 1970s receivers (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2010-07-19, 20:25:13 (24.15.4.185)
Go to Best Buy and purchase a pair of the Insignia speakers with the 6.5" driver. If you aren't impressed with the sound, you can return for a full refund. .......
190: Speaker Asylum, RE: wharfedale 902 (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2010-07-01, 20:14:18 (24.15.4.185)
I don't remember what I paid for my Wharfedales, but $250.00 does not sound bad. I sold FMI speakers in Kenosha, WI. .......
191: Speaker Asylum, RE: wharfedale 902 (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2010-06-30, 21:11:55 (24.15.4.185)
As someone who sold Fulton speakers in the 1970's, I own a pair of Whafedale 8.2 Diamonds and I enjoy them. .......
192: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Matching amp to speakers - Mission 760i (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2010-06-26, 20:23:40 (24.15.4.185)
My Mission 760's are connected to a Cambridge Audio Integrated Amp. .......
193: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: class d amp is hard to believe (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2010-06-03, 21:48:16 (24.15.4.185)
Yes, the class D amps are that good, but not as good as the Miniwatt tube amp. .......
194: Speaker Asylum, RE: Insignia (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2010-04-19, 20:31:51 (24.15.4.185)
Still impressed with a modified pair of these. They have no right to sound this good. .......
195: General Asylum, RE: The cheap and cheerful (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2010-03-26, 19:38:33 (24.15.4.185)
Purchased brand new Swan S3W 2.0 speakers with T amp - $45.00 Energy ESW 8 subwoofer - $85.00 This system is what I listen to most because it is what I listen to when on my computer. 30 years with eso .......
196: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Nuforce Icon??? I second this choice (nt) (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2010-03-11, 20:52:06 (24.15.4.185)
. .......
197: Speaker Asylum, RE: cheap speakers (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2010-02-28, 16:41:56 (24.15.4.185)
Definitely the Insignias are still a good choice. This is especially true if you do some minor modifications. Make sure you get decent speakers stands. If you DIY you can make some very good ones out .......
198: General Asylum, RE: Miniwatt (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2010-02-04, 06:01:01 (24.15.4.185)
Right now I've got the Miniwatt in my home office which is about 8X10. I've got a pair of the Insignia speakers that I modified and a modified Toshiba SD 3950 DVD player for input. In this room this s .......
199: General Asylum, RE: Miniwatt (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2010-02-03, 20:25:16 (24.15.4.185)
I have auditioned or owned ARC amps, Manley Stingray, Mesa Baron, Pro Musica modified Dynaco ST70. .......
200: General Asylum, RE: Miniwatt (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2010-02-03, 20:18:18 (24.15.4.185)
I first got interested in SET tubed amps after listening to an Audio Note Integrated amp rated at 9 watts driving a pair of Joseph Audio RM22i. I also listened to the Cary CAD 300 SEI. On other occasi .......
201: General Asylum, Miniwatt (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2010-02-02, 16:09:54 (24.15.4.185)
I heard from friends that one of the hottest products at this year;s NAMM show were "lunch box amp" Typically, these were small tube amps with 2-8 tubes, point to point wiring. Example would be the Ep .......
202: General Asylum, RE: THE PRICE OF EQUIPMENT IS OUT OF CONTROL (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2009-12-23, 21:45:27 (24.15.4.185)
As an audio nut who has listened to the numerous systems that range in the 6 digits in price, I would not want to own any of them even if I had the money. Quality audio is not achieved by spending mon .......
203: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Mcintosh MA-5100 vs gainclone amp (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2009-12-21, 20:12:52 (24.15.4.185)
Modified Dynaco ST70 with Fulton speakers is what got me started into esoteric audio. .......
204: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: please share your knowledge about wattage (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2009-12-10, 21:20:05 (24.15.4.185)
When I purchased my first audio system in 1971, I was fortunate enough to meet a sales person who demonstrated to me as to how loud 1 watt could be. In 1997 I finally had the opportunity of listening .......
205: General Asylum, Much like true Asylum members. (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2009-12-06, 06:31:24 (24.15.4.185)
Much like how someone who knows a great deal about audio as to what they can do with audio equipment. I've always thought that what makes a great Asylum member is not how much money they spent, but ho .......
206: General Asylum, My nominations for outstanding affordable Audio products (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2009-12-04, 09:35:18 (24.15.4.185)
Not in any special order. 1. Nuforce Icon - Best packaging for an audio product. 2. MiniWatt Amp - Only sub $300 tube amp that I've heard that will compete against SET tubed amps 3. Insignia NS-B2111 .......
207: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: any good? (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2009-11-30, 20:53:55 (24.15.4.185)
This is probably the best for less than $700. .......
208: Music Lane, RE: Randy Crawford & Joe Sample; is this available on a CD? (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2009-11-04, 20:55:36 (24.15.4.185)
Available at Amazon.com .......
209: Cable Asylum, Pangea Audio AC-14 or AC-9 (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2009-09-13, 13:34:52 (24.15.4.185)
Has anyone had any experience with the Pangea AC Power cables? If you have, what were your findings. .......
210: Speaker Asylum, RE: If you are interested in a classic, famous pairing... (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2009-02-16, 20:20:06 (71.194.137.159)
Classic pairing of the Stereo 70 to me would be Fulton speakers like the Fulton E series. For myself, I liked the Rogers LS3/5A with the Dynaco Stereo 70. .......
211: Speaker Asylum, Zvox (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2008-12-10, 20:15:48 (71.194.137.159)
You might also want to check out Zvox speakers .......
212: Cable Asylum, Fulton audio cables (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2008-12-07, 17:05:39 (71.194.137.159)
I believe that in 1973 Bob Fulton had developed his Fulton audio cables. I think that Bob was one of the pioneers of "audio cables", not Monster. .......
213: Speaker Asylum, Latest speakers from Best Buy (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2008-11-11, 17:03:47 (71.194.137.159)
Great Christmas gift .......
214: Music Lane, It's a flugal horn and trumpet nt (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2008-04-19, 20:08:46 (67.175.156.5)
... .......
215: Speaker Asylum, RE: Cage removal on Radio Shack Optimus LX5 Linaeum Speakers (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2008-02-29, 15:48:07 (67.175.156.5)
You just have to wiggle it a bit, there's a bit of adhesive holding them down. .......
216: Speaker Asylum, RE: Want to buy computer speakers, Any good suggestions? (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2008-01-18, 06:23:07 (67.175.156.5)
These are available from Audio Advisor and fit your budget .......
217: Music Lane, Tchaikovsky's 4th Symphony (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2008-01-15, 16:15:50 (67.175.156.5)
Can anyone recommend what they feel is the best recording of this piece in terms of 1. Performance and 2. Audio quality? .......
218: Amp/Preamp Asylum, I second this recommendation (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2007-12-21, 15:06:07 (67.175.156.5)
Most of my audio friends owns some configuration of this. You might even want to try one yourself if you haven't. .......
219: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Initial impressions of the JMW-9 Signature arm (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2007-12-19, 20:55:09 (67.175.156.5)
"Everyone makes mistakes, but fools keep practicing" .......
220: General Asylum, RE: Need All-In-One Recommendation for my 7 Year Old (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2007-12-11, 21:57:52 (67.175.156.5)
Insignia 6.5" bass-reflex speakers NS-B2111 - $49.98 at Best Buy till Dec. 15 Sonic Impact Gen 2 T-amp 5065 - $48.00 at Partsexpress.com Any portable CD/AM/FM player of your choice. I'm surprised that .......
221: Speaker Asylum, RE: Active Monitors: Dynaudio AIR or BM-5 / Tannoy / Genelec (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2007-09-10, 20:31:21 (67.175.156.5)
I would suggest you also audition Meyer HD1 or Lipinski studio monitors. .......
222: General Asylum, No Atwater & Kent? nt (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2007-08-23, 08:03:56 (67.175.156.5)
. .......
223: Speaker Asylum, Re: One Of THE Best Speakers I Ever Heard ! (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2007-03-22, 08:29:43 (24.15.4.4)
The first time I heard these was at the Sheffield Labs booth back in the 70's. Considered the experience as one of the best that I had encountered. I was informed that there was a disco in Singapore t .......
224: General Asylum, Re: anyone using I-TUNES Radio ... (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2007-03-16, 20:38:58 (24.15.4.4)
My i-tunes runs through Sonic Impact t-amp and Sonic Impact SoundPads. .......
225: General Asylum, Re: Art Tatum is next. (NT) (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2007-03-11, 11:57:13 (24.15.4.4)
I was told by the people who did the work on Gould, that Art Tatum was much more difficult to reproduce. .......
226: General Asylum, Re: Gould is back; how many more? (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2007-03-10, 20:22:14 (24.15.4.4)
Attended the actual yamaha pro diskclavier performance at the last International Piano Pedagogy Conference in Atlanta. .......
227: General Asylum, Re: ipod and tubes (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2007-03-05, 20:26:27 (24.15.4.4)
Here is a direct link to the company that produces this. .......
228: Music Lane, 1812 vocal performance (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2007-02-18, 18:27:39 (24.15.4.4)
An interesting arrangement and performance .......
229: General Asylum, Re: *Small* receiver or integrated amp suggestions? (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2007-02-12, 20:22:33 (24.15.4.4)
If you only have one source, this should work fine for you. .......
230: Speaker Asylum, Re: Need Good But Cheap Speakers... (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2007-02-09, 14:56:39 (24.15.4.4)
These might work for you.l .......
231: High Efficiency Speaker Asylum, Re: Wood Veneer (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2006-12-15, 07:49:12 (24.15.4.4)
These guys will probably have what you are looking for. .......
232: General Asylum, Outlaw Audio (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2006-12-15, 07:36:00 (24.15.4.4)
In my experience, the Outlaw Audio receivers sounded better than receivers from Marantz, Denon, or Yamaha. .......
233: Speaker Asylum, Re: Advise: Audio Outlaw RR 2150 with Monitor Silver RS6, Paridigim Reference Studio 40, or Boston Acoustic V3 (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2006-12-08, 11:56:10 (24.15.4.4)
If you could comment on what you thought of the Monitor Audio and Paradigm speakers, I could suggest some alternatives. There are just too many good audio speakers in that price range. One suggestion .......
234: High Efficiency Speaker Asylum, Here are the real creators of this project (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2006-12-08, 06:47:07 (24.15.4.4)
I own their DVD's .......
235: Speaker Asylum, Re: Advise: Audio Outlaw RR 2150 with Monitor Silver RS6, Paridigim Reference Studio 40, or Boston Acoustic V3 (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2006-12-08, 06:42:41 (24.15.4.4)
I would definitely go with the Outlaw receiver. As to speakers, I'm only familiar with the Monitor Audio and Paradigm. I don't think that you would be dissapointed with either one. Can't give you any .......
236: General Asylum, Re: Outlaw or Marantz Receiver? (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2006-11-24, 08:10:34 (24.15.4.4)
As a previous owner of a Marantz 2235, I would pick the Outlaw. .......
237: Speaker Asylum, Re: Help please! Best $500-600 sub for audio and home theater compromise? (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2006-11-22, 19:35:24 (24.15.4.4)
I would vote for HSU. .......
238: Speaker Asylum, Re: looking for recommendation for receiver to match my B&W speakers (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2006-11-02, 07:36:21 (24.15.4.4)
You might consider the Panasonic SA XR series of AVR receivers. I own an Outlaw, which replaced a more expensive Denon. .......
239: Music Lane, Re: Goldberg died in 1982 huh? (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2006-10-29, 19:31:43 (24.15.4.4)
Gould was born in 1932 and died in 1982. .......
240: Music Lane, Glen Gould. - Bach's Goldberg Variations Live (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2006-10-29, 13:50:24 (24.15.4.4)
While attending the World Piano Pedagogy Conference this past week, I had the opportunity of listening to Glen Gould performing Bach's Goldberg Variations. While Goldberg died in 1982, the performance .......
241: Cable Asylum, Re: Looking for Right angle IEC adapter for power cords with IEC plug. (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2006-10-14, 20:30:21 (24.15.4.4)
Is this what you were looking for? .......
242: Speaker Asylum, Re: Speakers to Pair with T-Amp (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2006-09-25, 20:45:33 (24.15.4.4)
I would pick the Infinity Primus or Insignia. I use my Super T-amp with a slightly modified Insignia speaker. .......
243: Video Asylum, Philips DVD590MT (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2006-09-22, 14:58:13 (24.15.4.4)
I haven't owned or tried one, but I've been happy with other Philips digital products that I have tried. .......
244: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Re: Complete newbie - would a T-amp be a good idea? (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2006-09-16, 05:41:06 (24.15.4.4)
The question you pose is a bit difficult to answer. Overall, you should hear a difference, but whether is is worth spending twice as much is a decission that only you can make. I would tend to think t .......
245: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Re: Complete newbie - would a T-amp be a good idea? (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2006-09-15, 19:58:53 (24.15.4.4)
I've listened to the T-amp with Wharfdale Diamond 9.1 and it is quite impressive. If your budget will allow you to get the Super T, that is even better. Unless you are purchasing floor standing speake .......
246: Vinyl Asylum, Concord's website (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2006-09-11, 21:10:56 (24.15.4.4)
Link .......
247: General Asylum, Re: No, but I DO know it's not well suited for live music recording (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2006-09-06, 05:57:30 (24.15.4.4)
I was interested because of the size of this unit. What would you suggest for recording live music? .......
248: General Asylum, Sony PCM D1 (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2006-09-05, 21:05:17 (24.15.4.4)
Has anyone tried this portable PCM recorder? .......
249: Speaker Asylum, Re: Removing woofers from Optimus Pro LX5 speakers (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2006-09-05, 20:56:44 (24.15.4.4)
If I remember correctly, there are screws in the holes where the speaker grill attaches to the cabinet. I think they were phillip screws. .......
250: High Efficiency Speaker Asylum, Re: Fullrangers with balls (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2006-08-03, 21:33:59 (24.15.4.4)
So what did you think of the Insignia speakers? I saw them behind your fullrange ball. .......
251: Speaker Asylum, If you don't like them, you can return for full refund in 30 days. nt (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2006-07-23, 18:51:58 (24.15.4.4)
. .......
252: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Re: Looks interesting, but I can't find a price anywhere. -nt- (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2006-07-21, 07:09:14 (24.15.4.4)
Here is a site in Canada that sells this amp .......
253: Speaker Asylum, Re: Esoteric audio demonstration (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2006-07-11, 21:53:12 (24.15.4.4)
This is not the first time I've done something like this, but it is the first time that I did it for such a large group of people all at once. The individuals in this group are from very diverse backg .......
254: Speaker Asylum, Re: What do you mean by esoteric audio? I confused that (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2006-07-11, 15:32:11 (24.15.4.4)
Esoteric as defined by Webster's Dictionary. 1 a : designed for or understood by the specially initiated alone b : requiring or exhibiting knowledge that is restricted to a small group, difficult to .......
255: Speaker Asylum, Re: Esoteric audio demonstration (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2006-07-11, 11:23:59 (216.21.34.21)
I did mention that I would be giving them away AFTER I collected the responses. I gave away a Linn Sondek LP12 with an SME arm and expensive Grado cartridge a few years ago. I have also given away oth .......
256: Speaker Asylum, Re: where are the Insignias made? (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2006-07-11, 11:18:59 (216.21.34.21)
Yes the Insignias are made in PRC (China) .......
257: Speaker Asylum, Re: Good one (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2006-07-11, 09:04:29 (216.21.34.21)
The winner was a complete stranger to me, but she was from China. .......
258: Speaker Asylum, Esoteric audio demonstration (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2006-07-11, 06:23:37 (24.15.4.4)
Last weekend I gave a presentation on esoteric audio to a group of 31 people. The room where the equipment was set up was rather large, so this was a disadvantage. For the demonstration, I used the fo .......
259: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Re: Best budget Amp to Pair with Insignia (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2006-07-04, 20:42:47 (24.15.4.4)
I've tried both the Sonic T amp and the Super version with the Insignia speakers and both sound great with the speakers. I have a co-worker who is using the Sonic T amp and an I-pod Nano with the Insi .......
260: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Re: Best amp for LS3/5a (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2006-07-02, 07:45:14 (24.15.4.4)
I use an Audio Research tube preamp with their solid state amp. .......
261: General Asylum, Re: need some help in choosing binoculars for use during recordings (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2006-06-30, 21:37:36 (24.15.4.4)
Swarovski is a great value for the money, but if performance is what you are after, try the Leica binoculars. .......
262: General Asylum, Saw the "Fastest Indian" (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2006-06-30, 20:57:49 (24.15.4.4)
A quote from Bill Munro - "any one can buy a fast bike, but it is much more satisfying to make a slow bike fast. Reminds me of the number of talented Asylum Members here. My thoughts, which were hand .......
263: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Re: Pros & Cons of using Pro Amps? (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2006-06-30, 07:45:56 (24.15.4.4)
I have used a Hafler Transnova amp and have been happy with it's performance. This amp has no fan, just massive heat sinks. .......
264: Speaker Asylum, Question for Danny from GR Research (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2006-06-25, 07:43:30 (24.15.4.4)
Curious if you had considered tossing everything but the cabinet on the Insignia speakers and coming up with new drivers etc. I was thinking that if you took out the port, you could mount a tweeter. B .......
265: Speaker Asylum, Here you go. ... (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2006-06-23, 12:34:45 (24.15.4.4)
Here is Danny's mod. .......
266: Speaker Asylum, Thanks for this post also (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2006-06-23, 12:33:10 (24.15.4.4)
Just came back from BB with them matching the price. .......
267: Speaker Asylum, Re: Did you get a pair yet? (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2006-06-23, 11:08:23 (24.15.4.4)
I prefer mine on 30" speaker stands. Many of my co-workers have a pair of these speakers. None of them are as insane as I am about audio, but they have all been very impressed with these speakers. ::: .......
268: Speaker Asylum, THANKS! nt (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2006-06-23, 07:16:29 (24.15.4.4)
! .......
269: Speaker Asylum, Re: If you could get a set of speakers for free what would you pick? (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2006-06-20, 05:35:44 (24.15.4.4)
Very difficult decision, but these come to mind. Hilll Plasmatronics Montana XPS Joseph Audio Pearl .......
270: Speaker Asylum, Re: Amplifier Experiences With The Insignia's (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2006-06-19, 21:33:23 (24.15.4.4)
I set up a system for a coworker with the Insignia speakers and the Sonic t-amp and now all the other coworkers want to purchase the same equipment. .......
271: Speaker Asylum, Insignia + Sonic Impact (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2006-06-18, 19:18:04 (24.15.4.4)
I've had the Insignia speakers for about a week and thought I would try them with a low powered amp like the Sonic Impact t-amp. In a small room, this combo is quite impressive for the cost. This is r .......
272: Speaker Asylum, Too Late (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2006-06-18, 19:01:19 (24.15.4.4)
They are now $49.99 at Best Buy. .......
273: Pro Audio Asylum, Re: Message for HD Audio (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2006-06-17, 16:48:40 (24.15.4.4)
Speaker cords should just be 2 wires, the one running to the tip would be + and the one to the barrel would be -. .......
274: Pro Audio Asylum, Re: Message for HD Audio (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2006-06-16, 15:28:02 (24.15.4.4)
You're very welcome. .......
275: Speaker Asylum, Re: Glad It Worked Out! (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2006-06-16, 15:23:46 (24.15.4.4)
I actually decided to purchase a pair after I saw your post on these speakers. After the first pair, I tried to purchase 4 more pairs, but was unable to. I did get 3 more pairs from 2 different Best B .......
276: Music Lane, Re: Hear any great smooth jazz cds lately ? (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2006-06-16, 13:20:36 (24.15.4.4)
I enjoyed Earl Klugh - Naked Guitar .......
277: Pro Audio Asylum, Re: how do i connect my pro amp to my hi fi?? (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2006-06-16, 13:18:37 (24.15.4.4)
If you already have speaker wires with 1/4" plugs, you just need to remove the plug for the end you want to attach to your home speakers. If you don't have speaker wires with 1/4" plugs, you just need .......
278: Speaker Asylum, Insignia Speaker (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2006-06-16, 10:40:28 (24.15.4.4)
Someone here suggested stacking 2 pairs of these speakers with the top pair placed upside down. From past experiences I noticed that the more air the speaker can move, the more the music sounds like l .......
279: Speaker Asylum, Re: "Tel Star" Playing On The Insignia's ! (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2006-06-16, 06:50:54 (24.15.4.4)
I haven't tried these speakers with my tubed amps yet. I'm still burning them in. It appears to take a longer time with these speakers as compare to other speakers that I've owned. .......
280: Speaker Asylum, Re: "Tel Star" Playing On The Insignia's ! (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2006-06-15, 21:32:33 (24.15.4.4)
I've been exposed to esoteric audio since 1971. I've also worked for an esoteric audio store, a large music store with pro audio and recording studio equipment. The person who got me involved in high .......
281: Speaker Asylum, Re: Reminds Me Of Michaura Uproar (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2006-06-15, 05:28:54 (24.15.4.4)
I do not have the Michaura speakers currently, but I did own a pair. From what I remember, the Insignia has a better bottom end and are more efficent than the Michaura. I find the Isignia to be simila .......
282: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Re: Need help with our church system... (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2006-05-30, 06:14:03 (24.15.4.4)
If you are using lampcord style speaker wires, twist them so there is one turn about every 6 inches. This will ensure that the speaker wires don't act as an antenna. It is difficult to give you sugges .......
283: General Asylum, Re: Outdoor systems? (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2006-04-29, 17:23:52 (24.15.20.186)
Depending on what you are trying to achieve outdoors, keep in mind that whatever volume you listen to indoors, that volume is decreased about five times when you move that equipment outdoors. ::: TOP .......
284: Vinyl Asylum, Marantz TT-15S1 review (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2006-04-16, 19:57:08 (24.15.20.186)
Anyone seen a review on this turntable? .......
285: Vinyl Asylum, Marantz TT 15S1 vs VPI Scout (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2006-04-10, 06:12:05 (24.15.20.186)
Just curious if anyone has compared the Marantz tt to a VPI Scout, or a comparison of Clearaudio to VPI. .......
286: Speaker Asylum, Re: JBL Control 1 ? (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2006-04-07, 09:33:46 (24.15.20.186)
I've had some experience with the JBL Control 1 and find them to be very ordinary in sound. If you can find a pair of JBL 4408, those were really good. .......
287: Vinyl Asylum, Thanks (nt) (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2006-03-17, 15:32:10 (24.15.20.186)
. .......
288: Vinyl Asylum, VPI Scout owners - what cartridge.? (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2006-03-17, 14:42:20 (24.15.20.186)
I was curious to find out what catridges Scout owners are using. If you have used different cartridges, I would be interested in your thoughts. .......
289: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Re: Power recommendations for Maggie 1.6 HT (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2006-03-15, 06:16:10 (24.15.20.186)
Since you are in an apartment, I presume you have to limit the volume that you can set your system to. If you want to stay with tube amps, you might want to consider the Outlaw 990 preamp and any numb .......
290: Speaker Asylum, Re: Help me diagnose one of those annoying hard to solve problems for a friend. (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2006-03-09, 07:15:21 (24.15.20.186)
My guess is that the problem is with blown drivers in the speakers. I encountered a similar problem years ago and traced it to tweeters in my speaker. .......
291: General Asylum, Re: JBL 4412A (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2006-03-03, 19:42:18 (24.15.20.186)
If you like the sound of Harbeth and Spendor, you might want to consider Monitor Audio, Wharfdale, Role Audio and others. .......
292: General Asylum, Re: JBL 4412A (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2006-03-03, 14:35:29 (24.15.20.186)
As someone who has spent over 15 years selling pro audio equipment, I thought the JBL 4408 were the best sound speakers of that series. The bottom end on the 4412 are too bloated and the 4412 could no .......
293: Cable Asylum, Re: Battery power at Bristol show (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2006-03-02, 08:57:30 (24.15.20.186)
First time I heard the Living Voice speakers were with battery powered Final electronics. I was equally impressed with the sound. .......
294: Tweakers' Asylum, Re: Newbie wants to build a SS amp. What kits? (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2006-01-26, 08:03:10 (24.15.20.186)
Here is a site that might suit your needs .......
295: Speaker Asylum, Re: Monitor audio S2 (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2006-01-23, 15:44:42 (216.21.34.21)
My experience with Monitor Audio is that they do not appear to be as picky with electronics as other speakers may be. The Monitor Audio speakers always seem to sound good. Unless you have a really lar .......
296: General Asylum, Re: need advise (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2005-12-20, 11:36:06 (216.21.34.21)
Suggest you post this question at the Vinyl Asylum .......
297: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Re: changing speaker connections on a Sonic Impact (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2005-12-20, 10:58:37 (216.21.34.21)
Just take some wires that fit in the spring clips and add aligator clips on the other end. .......
298: Speaker Asylum, Re: Wharfedale 9.1 with T-Amp? (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2005-12-16, 16:14:35 (24.15.20.186)
In my room, turning the t-amp to 10 o'clock is adequate for my listening. .......
299: General Asylum, Re: know anything about acoustic guitars......quality of (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2005-12-16, 16:10:09 (24.15.20.186)
Guitars, like esoteric audio can come in many price ranges. Since you had seen the Yamaha, I would suggest that you start from there. If you are curious, do a search for Froggy Bottom guitars. ::: TOP .......
300: General Asylum, Re: know anything about acoustic guitars......quality of (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2005-12-16, 14:41:19 (24.15.20.186)
Buying an acoustic guitar for someone is extrememly difficult. You can try 3 guitars, the same brand and model and have 3 very different guitars. I would suggest that you get the person who plays to a .......
301: Pro Audio Asylum, Re: Mics for a Horn Section (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2005-12-08, 18:32:41 (216.21.34.21)
Try Sennheiser 421's if you don't want to spend the extra money for the 441's. .......
302: Speaker Asylum, Re: Where to audition Genelecs? (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2005-12-08, 10:01:00 (24.15.20.186)
Sam Ash and B&H both carry Genelec. You may also find them in other music stores that carry recording equipment. .......
303: Speaker Asylum, Re: Joseph Audio Speaker Owners - What Amplification? (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2005-11-22, 19:45:19 (24.15.20.186)
A friend with RM22si uses George Wright 2A3 amps and his tubed preamp. I've listened to Joseph Audio speakers with amps from Cary, Audio Note, VTL and Manley all with good results. .......
304: Speaker Asylum, Location? (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2005-10-13, 20:47:41 (24.15.20.186)
Is this event at the Hyatt or the Hilton Homewood Suites? .......
305: General Asylum, VW (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2005-10-13, 20:44:09 (24.15.20.186)
As a person who has judged car audio competitions, and have sold cars for almost 3 years. My vote goes to the VW new Beetle equipped with Monsoon audio. To me, it sounds better than any of the vehicle .......
306: Video Asylum, Re: best speakers for 100.00 a pair ? (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2005-09-23, 07:58:15 (24.15.20.186)
Most likely would be used speakers in this price range. I've picked up Mission 760i, Wharfdale Diamond Anniversary 7.2, and Radio Shack LX Pro 5 for this price bracket. .......
307: Video Asylum, Re: Looking for new receiver. (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2005-09-06, 15:43:17 (24.15.20.186)
This one should be one of the best sounding HT receivers on the market currently. .......
308: Speaker Asylum, Re: Help me choose a monitor speaker (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2005-06-09, 20:45:10 (24.15.20.186)
Very difficult to do with the list you have. For the most part I don't think that you will go wrong with any your have on your list. My experience with "pro sound shops" is my amazements at how little .......
309: Speaker Asylum, Re: Speaker find at Goodwill! (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2005-04-19, 22:34:49 (24.15.20.186)
I still use my pair. I did redo the crossover and exchanged the woofer with parts from Madisound. My PRO LX5 are still good enough to impress anyone who has had a chance to listen to them in my home. .......
310: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Re: Repair shop recommendations in Chicago area (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2005-03-03, 20:17:33 (24.15.20.186)
Holm Audio is now in Woodridge, IL near 355 .......
311: General Asylum, Re: POLL: What's your Tweakist Tweak? (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2005-01-27, 21:01:22 (24.15.20.186)
Snowboard Stomp Studs. The picture should give you ideas. .......
312: Video Asylum, Re: Audiophile seeks processor advice (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2005-01-15, 16:26:38 (24.15.20.186)
Consider the Outlaw 950 if you want a pre-amp/tuner combo. .......
313: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Re: What power for the Sonic Impact. (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2004-12-27, 19:51:49 (24.15.20.186)
I use a 12V 1500mA converter available at Radio Shack. Take your SI with you to Radio Shack to get the right size plug. .......
314: Tweakers' Asylum, Stomp Plate (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2004-12-23, 11:15:37 (192.245.61.117)
I am vacationing in Colorado and was shopping at a local ski shop. Happened to look at snowboarding equipment and notices "Stomp Plates". There are a number of different types, but what caught my atte .......
315: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Re: Adding an amp to my system? (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2004-12-03, 06:38:02 (24.15.20.186)
An inexpensive route to try is to purchase the Sonic Impact amp that is available for around $20 and try that out with your Denon. If you like the results, there are numerous other choices within your .......
316: Speaker Asylum, Re: Advice Needed: Mission 760i Speakers (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2004-11-25, 07:38:15 (24.15.20.186)
I own a pair of Mission 760i. My guess as to your results, might be the Kenwood that you are using to drive these speakers. Right now, I'm using a Cambridge integrated amp that I obtained from Audio A .......
317: Video Asylum, Re: Budget DVD player suggestion ... (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2004-11-14, 09:29:04 (24.15.20.186)
Toshiba 3950. .......
318: General Asylum, Re: Systems for RV's (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2004-11-14, 09:18:39 (24.15.20.186)
My suggestion would be Gallo speakers and a Hsu sub. .......
319: Vintage Asylum, Thanks {nt} (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2004-10-15, 14:44:06 (24.15.20.186)
. .......
320: Vintage Asylum, Sansui Receiver Repair (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2004-10-14, 20:04:15 (24.15.20.186)
Does anyone know a place in Chicago that can repair a Sansui Receiver from the 1970's? .......
321: Music Lane, Thanks (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2004-09-26, 13:52:50 (24.15.20.186)
The first time I heard Hadley, Bill, Harlan and Fletch Wiley were when they were backing up Andre Crouch. .......
322: Music Lane, Re: i have a couple (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2004-09-25, 19:29:42 (24.15.20.186)
I have "Frontline" and "Koinonia". What other recordings did this group issue? I have an Alex Acuna, a few of Abraham Laboriel, a few Justo Almario and one of Justo and Abraham. The first recording th .......
323: General Asylum, Re: What did you end up using for a power supply?... (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2004-09-14, 20:00:17 (24.15.20.186)
Radio Shack 1500ma 12v AC adapter CAT. NO. 273-1779. I assembled a system using the Toshiba 3950 mildly modified, the Sonic Impact amp using DIY cable made from CAT 5 wires and the Celestion AVF 302 s .......
324: Amp/Preamp Asylum, If it is, what does it matter whether you believe or not? (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2004-08-21, 17:55:47 (24.15.20.186)
High end audio is not based on how much you spend, it is based on how you spend the money. .......
325: Speaker Asylum, Celestion AVF302 (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2004-07-28, 05:37:07 (24.15.20.186)
These speakers were available through Best Buy for $299/pair when they were clearing them out. They originally sold at Best Buy for $699/pair and the manufacturer's retail price is $799/pair. ::: TOPI .......
326: High Efficiency Speaker Asylum, Re: Advice needed for hifi system (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2004-07-23, 19:23:56 (24.15.20.186)
1. Is Bose good value for the money - No Can i get the same sound for less money? - No, you can get better sound for less money, much less. 2. What exactly is a high efficiency speaker? - It is a sp .......
327: Water Cooler, You must have been lucky with Air France, I was not (nt)) (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2004-07-10, 05:51:28 (24.15.20.186)
. .......
328: Music Lane, Re: Monty Alexander - My Musical Adventure Continues (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2004-07-08, 21:29:19 (24.15.20.186)
Saw and heard Monty Alexander with Ray Brown and Herb Ellis. One of the musical highlights in my life. .......
329: Speaker Asylum, Re: Are Alesis Monitor 1MKII any good for HI-FI? (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2004-07-06, 05:06:31 (24.15.20.186)
It has been a long time since I've listened to Alesis speakers. When I use to sell them, I thought their 0.5 was the best sounding speaker they built, but I have never considered their speakers as "au .......
330: General Asylum, No (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2004-06-27, 19:09:58 (24.15.20.186)
I did not find it warm at all, it just did have the "magic" that I expected for it's price. I liked the sound with the Cary much better. .......
331: General Asylum, Not impressed (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2004-06-27, 04:25:42 (24.15.20.186)
Auditioned the Orpheus and was not impressed, I prefered the Cary CAD 300sei with Sennheiser 600. .......
332: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Re: IF you had a budget of $150-175 for a pair of speakers, what would you get? (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2004-06-25, 10:57:42 (24.15.20.186)
Lots of choices for new speakers in this price range. Athena at Best Buy for $169. You have 30 days to decide if you like them. Paradigm Atoms as mention by Vinne R., PSB, Axiom. If used or discontinu .......
333: General Asylum, I emailed you the answers (nt) (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2004-06-23, 19:32:39 (24.15.20.186)
. .......
334: General Asylum, Re: Very Interesting (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2004-06-22, 14:33:06 (165.236.138.10)
I never said that he wouldn't, but as you indicated, your arrogance does prevail. .......
335: General Asylum, Re: Very Interesting (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2004-06-22, 07:17:42 (165.236.136.58)
Well, you were the only person who got the CD player and the amp correct. .......
336: General Asylum, Very Interesting (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2004-06-21, 20:12:47 (24.15.20.186)
Obviously a great deal of arrogance exists in the esoteric audio community. Reminds me of when a Ferrari owner wanted to race me on my 1991 Kawasaki ZX11. He lost. I applaud those who enjoy audio on w .......
337: General Asylum, Re: Audiophile Quiz (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2004-06-21, 05:14:25 (24.15.20.186)
Correct on the Home Depot cable and Target Sonic Impact amp. .......
338: General Asylum, Re: Audiophile Quiz (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2004-06-21, 05:12:43 (24.15.20.186)
Correct on the Home Depot cables, and close on the Toshiba. .......
339: General Asylum, Audiophile Quiz (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2004-06-20, 20:13:51 (24.15.20.186)
What "audiophile system" could you assemble that would demonstrate "state of the art" performance by assembling products from the following retailers? Hint: total cost of a CD play-back system is abou .......
340: General Asylum, Re: I'm a little confused. What exactly are you asking? nt (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2004-06-17, 20:45:08 (24.15.20.186)
She uses the stereo to play MIDI disks for her students and also to playback piano performances and recordings. .......
341: General Asylum, After seven years of marriage (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2004-06-17, 07:01:45 (24.15.20.186)
I've been married for seven years to a very talented piano teacher. She is national certified and is state treasurer for Music Teachers National Association and the local chapter president. She curren .......
342: Speaker Asylum, Re: More about the Celestion 3... (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2004-06-16, 05:30:11 (24.15.20.186)
I'm not sure what happened to them. I do know that they went into the sound reinforcement market for a while. Their drivers are still very popuplar in guitar cabinets. At the music store where I worke .......
343: Speaker Asylum, Re: Wow thats an endorsement! (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2004-06-15, 20:23:26 (24.15.20.186)
The Celestion 3 were around before the speakers you mentioned were ever manufacturerd. I think it was during the early 1990's. A friend of mine liked the guitar amp as much as his Dynaco ST70. ::: TOP .......
344: Speaker Asylum, Re: Wow thats an endorsement! (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2004-06-15, 16:04:37 (24.15.20.186)
The Celestions were hooked to a Peavey Guitar Amp called the Stereo Classic 50/50 and the Tannoys were driven by a Crown Macrotech amp. CD player was a Carver unit that I don't remember the model numb .......
345: Speaker Asylum, Re: I heard these at BB, and the sound pretty damn good. (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2004-06-15, 13:49:06 (68.74.241.146)
When I worked for a music store, I set up a demo for people to compare the $300/pair Celestion 3 against the $1500/pair Tannoys and virtually everyone was amazed at how much better the Celestions soun .......
346: Speaker Asylum, Sharper Image looks, audiophile sound, decent price (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2004-06-15, 05:28:16 (24.15.20.186)
Any one who likes the looks of Sharper Image products and the sound of Celestion speakers might be interested in the AVF302 which are currently on sale at Best Buy. Best Buy says that they originally .......
347: Pro Audio Asylum, Try Audix (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2004-05-24, 21:27:47 (24.15.20.186)
Audix are quite "smooth", but the sound stage is a bit laid back. .......
348: General Asylum, How cheap did you say your system was? nt (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2004-05-24, 21:24:36 (24.15.20.186)
. .......
349: Vintage Asylum, Yes they do (nt) (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2004-04-13, 20:39:12 (24.15.20.186)
. .......
350: Speaker Asylum, Suggest you post this on the Planar Asylum (nt) (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2004-04-09, 08:20:15 (24.15.20.186)
. .......
351: Cable Asylum, Re: current issue of "absolute sound" - speaker cables (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2004-03-28, 20:43:29 (24.15.20.186)
Remember Dr. Hsu using Home Depot speaker wires at the High End Audio Show about 4 years ago in his demo. .......
352: Speaker Asylum, Sorry to burst your bubble (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2004-03-26, 09:31:40 (24.15.20.186)
After working in a music store for over 15 years, I have yet to have a customer who liked the Tannoy with tubed electronics. They sound too much like Bose speakers to me. I would prefer Proac or Spend .......
353: Speaker Asylum, Re: Matching Amplifier for 3/5A (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2004-03-22, 19:58:43 (24.15.20.186)
I drive mine with Audio Research D52B or modified Dynaco ST 70. .......
354: Speaker Asylum, Premier, J, E, !00, 80 (nt) (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2004-03-21, 20:14:16 (24.15.20.186)
. .......
355: General Asylum, Re: Instrument for Four Year Old (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2004-03-14, 13:07:53 (24.15.20.186)
For a typical 4 yr old, group lessons would probably be best. You or the teacher can determine whether private lessons could be jusitified. I think that if your child wants a guitar, you might be bes .......
356: Tweakers' Asylum, If you post on the high efficiency speakers forum, I think you will get more replies. (nt) (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2004-03-12, 19:58:46 (24.15.20.186)
. .......
357: Vinyl Asylum, Clearcover (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2004-03-11, 07:25:13 (24.15.20.186)
Check out this link. .......
358: Tweakers' Asylum, Here is the link (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2004-03-09, 16:03:14 (24.15.20.186)
. .......
359: Vintage Asylum, Ignore previous post (nt) (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2004-02-01, 13:53:41 (24.15.20.186)
. .......
360: Vintage Asylum, Re: harman/kardon citation16a (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2004-02-01, 13:52:55 (24.15.20.186)
Hope this helps .......
361: Speaker Asylum, Not Very (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2003-05-28, 10:19:51 (12.251.194.122)
I prefer the sound of the 4408 over the 4412. .......
362: Speaker Asylum, Re: Has anyone here actually HEARD the B&W Nautilus Speakers? (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2003-04-12, 19:38:37 (12.251.194.122)
I have listened to the Nautilus powered by Mark Levinson electronics and front end. The system was set-up by the US rep for B&W. What I remember was that the mid-range was the best presentation that I .......
363: General Asylum, Re: Audio systems of the rich and famous (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2003-04-12, 05:28:27 (12.251.194.122)
I've heard that Oscar Peterson is an audiophile, though I don't know what equipment he owns. Wynton and Bradford Marsalis also like good audio equipment. I also believe that Zebin Mehta has Maggies. : .......
364: Speaker Asylum, Re: Opinions on mapleshade speaker stands needed (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2003-03-23, 05:59:58 (12.251.194.122)
There are many floor standing speakers that would probably benefit from this. Many of the entry level floor standing speakers image too low for my taste. I've used custom made speaker stands because t .......
365: Amp/Preamp Asylum, NAD, Rotel, Harmon Kardon (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2003-03-23, 05:52:40 (12.251.194.122)
In my opinion, the NAD, Rotel or older Harmon Kardon receivers will outperform those from Yamaha or Marantz. .......
366: Speaker Asylum, Re: How do you position your bookshelf speaker on speaker stand? (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2003-03-16, 07:37:39 (12.251.194.122)
I position mine in the middle, but I use a lazer to align the speakers. I don't think it matters much as long as the speaker is balanced on the stand. I feel that using a lazer to check their alignmen .......
367: Speaker Asylum, Curious (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2003-03-09, 19:25:05 (12.251.194.122)
I'm curious as to why you cringe at Radio Shack and list the JBL Control1Xtreme? .......
368: General Asylum, Re: Radio (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2003-03-09, 19:19:28 (12.251.194.122)
One of the best would be Tivoli One. .......
369: Speaker Asylum, Re: SUCCESS! new life for JBL 4410's (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2003-03-07, 04:31:17 (12.251.194.122)
If you like the JBL 4410, you should try a pair of 4408's. .......
370: Vinyl Asylum, Re: obsolescence? (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2003-03-05, 10:51:30 (12.251.194.122)
So are true audiophiles. .......
371: General Asylum, 3D imaging is what separates great systems from the mediocre (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2003-03-03, 05:42:24 (12.251.194.122)
It's been my experience that 3D imaging is the most difficult thing to achieve with audio reproduction. The better the system, the more dimensional the music sounds. This result cannot be achieved onl .......
372: General Asylum, Re: The imaging was so great that I... (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2003-03-02, 18:54:18 (12.251.194.122)
One of the most impressive demonstrations of this was back in the mid 70's. We were trying out the Carver Holographic Generator on a Carver preamp. The recording was a Pablo jazz recording. I don't re .......
373: General Asylum, Differences (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2003-03-02, 13:45:53 (12.251.194.122)
An interesting observation is that there are quite a few posts on the General asylum as to how much money could be spent on audio. On the Vintage asylum, I find quite a few posts of how little money w .......
374: Speaker Asylum, Re: Best all round sounding 10 year old + speakers (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2003-03-02, 05:04:04 (12.251.194.122)
In the late 70's the Hill Plasmatronics and the RTR DR-1 were two speakers that come to mind. I vaguely remember hearing that some disco in Singapore had 3 or 6 pairs of the Hill Plasmatronics. ::: TO .......
375: Vinyl Asylum, Re: 78 rpm Record Player (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2003-03-01, 14:18:00 (12.251.194.122)
In case you are interested, this current model of Thorens plays 78. It is the TD 170. .......
376: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Re: ARC CA-50 (integrated)-good or not for second system? (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2003-03-01, 12:33:20 (12.251.194.122)
IMHO, popularity is not a good standard to judge audio equipment. While ARC has not alway's produce state of the art equipment (primarily some of their SS products), their tubed projects have always b .......
377: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Re: pre-amp for Boulder amp (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2003-03-01, 05:11:01 (12.251.194.122)
If you are looking for a used preamp, I would suggest ARC SP8 or SP10 or later unit. .......
378: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Re: Tascam Power Amp DIY Project. Please Advise? (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2003-03-01, 05:08:59 (12.251.194.122)
I think that the Tascam Amps were sold through pro audio stores. You might want to try posting on the Pro Asylum. .......
379: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Re: ARC CA-50 (integrated)-good or not for second system? (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2003-03-01, 05:05:58 (12.251.194.122)
If the price is right, I would not hesitate to buy the ARC CA-50. It should work quite well with the Rogers LS3/5a. .......
380: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Re: Integrated amp for Mission 781? (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2003-02-28, 18:40:15 (12.251.194.122)
It would be helpful if you supplied a price range. There is anything from used NAD or Rotel to Cary 300SEI. .......
381: Speaker Asylum, Re: Tweeter replacement (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2003-02-28, 13:34:13 (12.251.194.122)
Try posting on the High Efficiency Asylum. There are a lot of horn gurus there. .......
382: General Asylum, Re: The best HT system on a budget (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2003-02-28, 05:55:17 (12.251.194.122)
Here is a speaker package for $795 from Audio Advisor that I think would be better than the Paradigm package that you mentioned. .......
383: Vintage Asylum, Mine are still fine since I purchased them in 1977 (nt) (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2003-02-27, 19:29:48 (12.251.194.122)
. .......
384: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Re: Good idea? Or not so much? (integrating 2ch and HT) (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2003-02-27, 10:51:47 (12.251.194.122)
In my opinion, 2ch and HT should be seperate. The main reason is that the ideal speaker placement for HT is not ideal for 2ch. I have found for myself, I can be satisfied with a much less expensive HT .......
385: General Asylum, Where are you looking? (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2003-02-27, 10:39:00 (12.251.194.122)
Try the attached link. I think that you will find the products listed there are significantly different than the ones you have experienced. .......
386: General Asylum, Go for it. (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2003-02-27, 10:35:13 (12.251.194.122)
If it were that easy, someone would probably try it. Even if someone were able to assemble or manufacture the various parts you listed, it is no guarantee as to what that speaker might sound like. It .......
387: Speaker Asylum, Re: worse of two evils (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2003-02-27, 07:36:21 (12.251.194.122)
I'm curious as to what type of speaker stand would "move back and forward with vibrations"? .......
388: Speaker Asylum, Re: Should I buy pre-owned or demo speakers? (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2003-02-27, 07:33:32 (12.251.194.122)
I would feel confident in purchasing demo or used speakers in this price range if you knew the dealer or the party you were purchasing them from. If you are purchasing on line, it's anyones guess as t .......
389: Speaker Asylum, Re: Is Home Theater Abusive to Speakers? (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2003-02-27, 07:26:10 (12.251.194.122)
I would guess that it depends on what volume you listen at. The higher the volume level, the greater the risk of abuse. If your volume levels are at the 74db level, I don't think you have anything to .......
390: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Check out the Vintage asylum (nt) (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2003-02-27, 07:22:40 (12.251.194.122)
, .......
391: General Asylum, Re: Used or new? (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2003-02-27, 07:19:46 (12.251.194.122)
As with purchasing anything, some of it depends on your experiences. While it is not always true, all the used equipment that I have purchased have been well cared for or from someone I knew. Fortunat .......
392: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Not until Bose sells a product incorporating it (nt) (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2003-02-26, 11:07:54 (12.251.194.122)
. .......
393: Tweakers' Asylum, Re: any thoughts on or experience with this amp kit? (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2003-02-26, 06:44:25 (12.251.194.122)
Looks like a 47 Labs Gaincard Clone design. The clones that I have listened to sound better than the original. This could be the next best budget amp kit. .......
394: Vintage Asylum, Re: Vintage system (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2003-02-26, 06:41:03 (12.251.194.122)
You might want to check out Loth-X speaker that retails for about $500. Venus HI FI is a dealer for these speakers. I've listened to this speaker powered by a Consonance tube amp based on EL34 tubes. .......
395: Speaker Asylum, Re: Up grade my speakers (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2003-02-26, 06:21:12 (12.251.194.122)
At $5000, you have a lot of choices from fine speaker manufacturers such as Joseph Audio, Silverline, Totem, Living Voice, Coincident and others. The attached photo is a Montana speaker, not very well .......
396: Speaker Asylum, Re: Monitor Audio speaker question (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2003-02-26, 06:13:29 (12.251.194.122)
It's been a couple years since I listened to the 5i. I do remember that I did not like the 4i as much as the 3i. .......
397: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Re: High-end system: new or vintage? (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2003-02-26, 06:07:22 (12.251.194.122)
If you are knowledgeable about vintage equipment, this can be quite rewarding, but it can also be quite disasterous if you are not. Knowing the party from which you are purchasing the vintage equipmen .......
398: Speaker Asylum, Re: Monitor Audio speaker question (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2003-02-25, 21:12:02 (12.251.194.122)
It depends on which model. My setup with Silver 3i and AW210 sub sounds better to my friends than another friend's Martin Logan system. I found some of the more expensive Silver models did not sound a .......
399: General Asylum, Re: Power conditioners? (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2003-02-25, 14:50:59 (12.251.194.122)
I would suggest to build a Jon Risch power conditioner. You can purchase a complete kit from DIY cable or assemble the parts yourself. .......
400: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Re: Which manufacturer's tubes were used in the original Marantz 9? (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2003-02-25, 12:12:44 (12.251.194.122)
You might get more replies from the tube or vintage asylums. .......
401: Speaker Asylum, Re: ~$1500 speaker options (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2003-02-25, 07:31:48 (12.251.194.122)
If you are considering monitors, I would suggest Joseph Audio and Silverline. If you are lucky, you might find floor standing models used from these manufacturers in your price range. .......
402: Speaker Asylum, Re: If I like Galantes, what else should I hear? (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2003-02-24, 15:44:02 (12.251.194.122)
Definitely Living Voice and Coincident. .......
403: Speaker Asylum, Re: Home speaker upgrade (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2003-02-24, 14:45:31 (12.251.194.122)
If you like the Klipsch, go for it. Don't be too concerned that your speakers are not all the same. Try it out and see what you think. A suggestion for subs would be HSU VTF subs. .......
404: General Asylum, Sorry, but this system does not sound good enough for me (nt) (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2003-02-24, 12:52:46 (12.251.194.122)
. .......
405: Speaker Asylum, Re: Small monitors ~$500 used? (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2003-02-24, 07:35:16 (12.251.194.122)
This might interest you. .......
406: Vintage Asylum, Re: Remodel sound room in basement (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2003-02-23, 19:52:51 (12.251.194.122)
You might want to check PS Audio's website and their description of how they remodeled their demo room. .......
407: General Asylum, Re: Off-Topic: Suggestions For TVs? (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2003-02-23, 18:20:28 (12.251.194.122)
In my experience, Toshiba TV's are difficult to calibrate. For some reason the settings shift when you shift from the menu back to the picture. For the money, I found Panasonics to be quite good. Sony .......
408: Speaker Asylum, Re: Decware SE84C w/ JMR Twin or Loth-X Amaze (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2003-02-23, 13:58:01 (12.251.194.122)
I've listened to the Loth-X with Consonance EL34 tubed amp and thought it was a very good combination. Haven't heard the Decware amp. .......
409: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Re: Best Small Amplifier (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2003-02-23, 05:13:36 (12.251.194.122)
The best sounding small amp that I have listened to was from George Wright, who is an asylum sponsor. You can find a link to his website on the asylum's home page. .......
410: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Re: Best Small Amplifier (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2003-02-23, 05:10:18 (12.251.194.122)
Probably the Best Small Amp award would go to Sakura Systems 47 Lab Gaincard. I have attached a link to the product. .......
411: General Asylum, Dream on (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2003-02-23, 05:01:21 (12.251.194.122)
The Nautilus was not one of the highlights of my audio experiences. My dreams would consist of Joseph Audio Pearls or Montana KAS. .......
412: Vintage Asylum, How about these? (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2003-02-22, 12:48:15 (12.251.194.122)
Click on the link. .......
413: Speaker Asylum, This hobby has helped me to understand a lot more about Quality. (nt) (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2003-02-22, 12:13:32 (12.251.194.122)
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414: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Looks like it would be the Denon 3802 then (nt) (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2003-02-21, 16:00:36 (12.251.194.122)
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415: Music Lane, I understand that he is an "audiophile" also (nt) (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2003-02-21, 08:49:02 (12.251.194.122)
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416: General Asylum, It might be, but it is the prettiest one. (nt) (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2003-02-21, 08:13:02 (12.251.194.122)
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417: General Asylum, Here's my choice (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2003-02-21, 07:53:23 (12.251.194.122)
Clearaudio .......
418: Hi-Rez Highway, Dave McKenna, Monty Alexander, Boss Brass, Emily Remler, Steve Allen (nt) (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2003-02-21, 07:18:04 (12.251.194.122)
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419: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Re: A/V receiver/amp for Magnepan MMG? 3802? External amp? Seperates? (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2003-02-21, 06:12:18 (12.251.194.122)
Since you are considering an easy upgrade path in the near future I would recommend that you use your HK receiver as a preamp and purchase a stereo amp that will drive your Magnepan speakers. You migh .......
420: General Asylum, Re: Turntable - Visonik DD-8200 (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2003-02-20, 08:06:10 (12.251.194.122)
My experience with Visonik dates back to 1974. Visonik imported very small speakers in their David series. These speaker competed with Braun who was also importing small speakers. I have no experience .......
421: Vintage Asylum, I agree (nt) (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2003-02-20, 07:49:54 (12.251.194.122)
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422: Vintage Asylum, Re: Sony Beta VCR (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2003-02-20, 07:48:40 (12.251.194.122)
I believe this refers to Beta HIFI units. People have reported that audio recordings made on these units are better or as good as CD's, and reel to reel recordings. .......
423: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Re: How often should SS amps be serviced? (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2003-02-20, 07:34:32 (12.251.194.122)
It probably depends on it's use, but I doubt if you have to worry for at least 10 years or more. I have a solid state amps from the mid 70's that have never been serviced because they still sound fine .......
424: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Re: Just got a Krell KAV-300il. (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2003-02-20, 07:30:10 (12.251.194.122)
Just do a search here. I seem to remember someone posting a warning about the binding posts for the speakers on this unit that you have to be careful not to tighten it too much. .......
425: Pro Audio Asylum, Re: budget small diaphragm condensor opinions (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2003-02-19, 19:07:15 (12.251.194.122)
The price that you can obtain the PG81 sounds like a great deal. I have not worked with this mic, so can't give you any opinions. I do own SM81 which I feel are great for the money. .......
426: Pro Audio Asylum, Re: Want to buy a keyboard (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2003-02-19, 19:00:20 (12.251.194.122)
What you want does not exist to the best of my knowledge. The primary manufactures of digital pianos would be Technics, Korg, Yamaha, and Roland. In your price range, I would check out the Korg or Yam .......
427: General Asylum, Any audio product priced over $50,000.00 (nt) (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2003-02-19, 15:17:29 (12.251.194.122)
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428: Speaker Asylum, Re: Question: type of speaker? (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2003-02-19, 09:08:02 (12.251.194.122)
You might want to try the high efficiency asylum with this question. Sounds a bit like a Voight pipe or Transmission Line designs. Also some experts like Bruce Edgar or Tomservo could make some sugges .......
429: General Asylum, Here's my list (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2003-02-19, 09:03:29 (12.251.194.122)
Grado Dynaco FMI Cary Joseph BAT Bottlehead Consonance Living Voice Montana Linn Nottingham Teres Audio Analogue Lamm GR Research Dave Ellis Modwright .......
430: Cable Asylum, Re: Is Hubbell safe with silver wire? (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2003-02-19, 06:47:11 (12.251.194.122)
I am just guessing that they stated CU because of the possibility of aluminum wiring being present. I don't see any danger with using silver wire. .......
431: Inmate Central, Shows what is possible with no TV (nt) (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2003-02-17, 14:12:33 (12.251.194.122)
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432: General Asylum, Re: Outlaw Audio 1050 (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2002-12-13, 14:34:40 (12.250.123.178)
That price is just for the 1050 receiver. You can do whatever you want to depending on your budget and goals. In this price range, you will probably have to spend the most on the AV receiver. Keep in .......
433: General Asylum, Re: Outlaw Audio 1050 (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2002-12-13, 11:52:56 (12.250.123.178)
I own the Outlaw 1050 and can testify that it will impress even "anal" audio enthusiasts. However, I think that 6.1 would be a bit more accurate than 7 channels (is that anal enough?). You can also pu .......
434: Speaker Asylum, Re: Budget floorstander? (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2002-12-10, 11:40:41 (12.250.123.178)
Besides what has been mentioned, you might also consider the Athena F2. If you don't have a local dealer, Audio Advisor carrys this model. .......
435: General Asylum, This guitar would qualify for this forum. (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2002-12-10, 11:27:27 (12.250.123.178)
Check out Froggy Bottom guitars. .......
436: Speaker Asylum, Re: Best Speaker for Small Room (cost no object) (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2002-12-07, 09:52:15 (12.250.123.178)
My nominations would be NSM 10S, Spendor 3/5 or Joseph Audio RM7si Mk II. .......
437: Speaker Asylum, Re: Also vintage RTRs in general?<nt> (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2002-11-22, 17:16:50 (12.250.123.178)
The RTR DR-1 was one of the best speakers that RTR made in my opinion. .......
438: General Asylum, Re: tube preamp (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2002-11-22, 06:49:34 (12.250.123.178)
My opinion would be to go with the ARC over the CJ for what you want, but you might also audition a BAT. .......
439: General Asylum, Audiophiles are French, Technophiles are German (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2002-11-22, 06:47:18 (12.250.123.178)
And I'm Texan. .......
440: Speaker Asylum, Re: Used speakers... (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2002-11-21, 08:07:34 (12.250.123.178)
I think it would depend on what price you could find these speakers. I can't comment on the KEF, but B&W 802 should still perform well. .......
441: Speaker Asylum, Re: Superscope speakers? (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2002-11-21, 08:03:42 (12.250.123.178)
You might get more replys on the Vintage Asylum. From my own personal experience, Superscope was never associated with any audio product that was outstanding, but at $49 they might be worth it. ::: TO .......
442: Speaker Asylum, Re: How do you remove tweeter screen on Monitor Audio speakers? (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2002-11-21, 08:01:01 (12.250.123.178)
On the newer MA speakers, the tweeter screen is held on magnetically. .......
443: General Asylum, Tube Lover's Computer (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2002-11-20, 09:03:12 (12.250.123.178)
Here is a motherboard for tube lovers. On the motherboard are parts from Cardas, Vishay, Multicap, Elna and a Sovtek 6922. This motherboard is available from AOpen. .......
444: Speaker Asylum, Re: Is there a speaker measurement ........ (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2002-11-17, 14:20:13 (12.250.123.178)
I would suggest you post this in the High Efficiency Speaker Asylum. I am aware of what you want, but don't have any details or specifics. I think there are quite a few at that asylum who could give y .......
445: Speaker Asylum, Re: The best speakers for 7.1 HT system? (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2002-11-16, 14:29:32 (12.250.123.178)
Based on the description of your room, I don't think anyone can give you sound advice unless their room was similar. I would suggest that you consider taller stands for speakers on the side and rear. .......
446: Cable Asylum, Re: Need advice on installing spade cable on reciever (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2002-11-15, 18:48:27 (12.250.123.178)
I don't know if this would help, but Monster Cable makes banana plugs that you can screw spades to. .......
447: General Asylum, Re: Musicians have the lowest end systems .. . (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2002-11-15, 15:14:52 (12.250.123.178)
If they make money as musicians, they generally don't want to listen to any music when they are not working. That's probably a contributing factor to the fact that they generally don't have much inter .......
448: Speaker Asylum, Re: mission 765 speakers (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2002-11-14, 20:13:47 (12.250.123.178)
I have a pair of Mission 761 which I think quite highly of. The 761 is not biwireable. If the 765 are similar to the 761, you should enjoy them. .......
449: Tweakers' Asylum, Thanks, great tips (nt) (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2002-11-14, 15:49:59 (12.250.123.178)
. .......
450: Speaker Asylum, Re: Speakers ST70 (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2002-11-12, 14:53:23 (12.250.123.178)
I'm only familiar with the Klipsch speakers. Based on your comments, I would suggest Sound Dynamics RT3, Athena, Axiom, Michaura and similar speakers. Some of these speakers are available for under $2 .......
451: Speaker Asylum, Re: Speakers ST70 (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2002-11-12, 10:07:40 (12.250.123.178)
It would be helpful if you mention what speakers you have listened to that you have liked or was impressed with. There are speakers available for virtually any budget, but depending on your expectatio .......
452: General Asylum, Re: I need to share this (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2002-11-12, 06:55:28 (12.250.123.178)
Someone once posted that until you own a $20,000 system, you may not realize how good a pair of $200 speakers are. As someone who has been involved in esoteric audio for over 30 years, I find this sta .......
453: Speaker Asylum, Re: Help! How do I set up HSU TN1220H0 Sub Woofer (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2002-11-09, 20:14:14 (12.250.123.178)
Contact Hsu directly. They can answer your questions and send you an owner's manual. .......
454: Speaker Asylum, Re: Hifi-speakers in recording studios (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2002-11-07, 12:04:29 (12.250.123.178)
Back in the 1970's, the B&W sales rep told me that when Deutsche Grammophon was shopping for speakers for their studios, they purchased something like 30 pairs of speakers from 7 or more different cou .......
455: General Asylum, No (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2002-11-06, 11:55:19 (12.250.123.178)
Certainly there are limitations to certain systems, but that does not limit me as to what type of music I want to listen to. I just keep in mind that there are no perfect audio systems, so I can live .......
456: Speaker Asylum, Re: satisfaction (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2002-11-06, 08:08:59 (12.250.123.178)
My answer would be YES and NO. I'm not interested in ultra expensive audio anymore. I stopped when I had about $15,000 invested in a system. I am interested in seeing how cheap I can go and still have .......
457: Speaker Asylum, Re: gloat (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2002-11-04, 11:26:53 (12.250.123.178)
I just picked up one Radio Shack PRO LX5 that a neighbor decided to throw away. The only thing wrong with it was a small dent on the tweeter grill. I fixed the dent and hooked the speaker up and it wo .......
458: General Asylum, There is always room for improvement (nt) (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2002-11-04, 11:18:09 (12.250.123.178)
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459: General Asylum, How old is this punch line? (nt) (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2002-11-04, 11:14:21 (12.250.123.178)
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460: Pro Audio Asylum, Re: Classical guitar - pickup or mic? (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2002-11-02, 08:27:10 (12.250.123.178)
"For personal enjoyment only" and "most bang for not much dollars" With these two statements, I would suggest a Shure SM57 microphone and have a blast. .......
461: Speaker Asylum, Re: Subwoofer for Spendor S3/5 (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2002-11-02, 08:06:23 (12.250.123.178)
I would second the HSU choice. I also like the Monitor Audio AW210, but it may be discontinued now. .......
462: General Asylum, Re: No kidding? (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2002-11-02, 08:02:53 (12.250.123.178)
When I worked selling esoteric audio in the 1970's, the owner of the store I worked at mentioned that Atwater & Kent was the moniker for the best back in it's day. .......
463: General Asylum, Atwater/Kent - high end audio in the 30's (nt) (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2002-11-02, 06:20:10 (12.250.123.178)
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464: Tweakers' Asylum, 100 Most Important Audio Products (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2002-10-31, 09:50:32 (12.250.123.178)
I was curious that if one were to pick the most important DIY audio products, what would go on that list? .......
465: Speaker Asylum, Re: So, just what is the "British Sound" ? (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2002-10-31, 09:37:26 (12.250.123.178)
If you audition the Spendors, be sure to listen to the 3/5. It sounds better than some of the more expensive Spendors. With your budget, you may also want to consider Joseph Audio, AAD, Silverline an .......
466: Speaker Asylum, Re: Amp choice for bi-ampimg (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2002-10-30, 12:58:57 (12.250.123.178)
Tube for highs and SS for lows. .......
467: Tweakers' Asylum, Re: General tweaks to budget speakers help (damping, sealing, soldering, etc) (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2002-10-29, 15:20:32 (12.250.123.178)
The Atoms are probably one of the best speakers that Paradigm manufactured. At this price point, probably the capacitors will make the biggest difference, but it does not guarantee that you will like .......
468: General Asylum, Re: Help with speaker type/placement (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2002-10-29, 06:40:54 (12.250.123.178)
I can tell you how my Monitor Silver 3i speakers are positioned. This does not mean that it will be optimum in your room, but it will give you a reference point to work with. My speakers are positione .......
469: Cable Asylum, Re: What gauge speaker wire for rear surrounds? (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2002-10-27, 12:54:12 (12.250.123.178)
I would use the 4s8 for the rears. .......
470: Vinyl Asylum, 100 most important audio product in past 40 years (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2002-10-26, 20:22:56 (12.250.123.178)
The most important audio product in the past 40 years, according to "Stereophile" is the Linn Sondek LP12. I don't agree with many things that I see in this magazine, but I definitely agree with them .......
471: General Asylum, Re: Are aesthetics and sound reproduction quality mutually exclusive? (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2002-10-26, 12:30:35 (12.250.123.178)
In my experience, if you want aesthetics you have to pay a substantial premium for them. Current examples would be B&O, B&W, Avant Garde and Nakamichi. The products that offer the most value in audio .......
472: General Asylum, Fabio Syndrome (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2002-10-25, 19:44:51 (12.250.123.178)
Those that think money will buy them great sound don't know anything about quality. "Everyone makes mistakes, but fools keep practicing." .......
473: General Asylum, At least my dealer gives me one year credit for updating (nt) (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2002-10-25, 13:21:49 (12.250.123.178)
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474: General Asylum, Re: Obsolete AKG mics... (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2002-10-25, 06:52:11 (12.250.123.178)
Suggest you post this on the Pro Audio Asylum. You may get more responses there. .......
475: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Re: Carver Dilemma (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2002-10-24, 13:40:13 (12.250.123.178)
I would vote for the Missions over the Cerwin. As for the Carver front end, wait till you hear the Missions with them before deciding. Do allow enough time for the Missions to "burn in" before making .......
476: Tweakers' Asylum, Re: Monitor Audio Bronze2 x'over caps (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2002-10-24, 10:02:25 (12.250.123.178)
I was going to attempt this with my Silver 3i, but when I saw how they were glued in, I backed off. I intended on using Solen. Please post or let me know how yours turn out once you do it. ::: TOPIC:: .......
477: Speaker Asylum, Re: Monitor Audio Silver 3 (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2002-10-24, 06:25:56 (12.250.123.178)
If you place them on good 30" speaker stands, I feel the Silver 3 are better than some of the more expensive Silver series. I use them with the Monitor Audio AW210 sub and both audiophiles and non aud .......
478: Speaker Asylum, Re: Spendor s3/5 users, what stand do you use? (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2002-10-23, 12:13:24 (12.250.123.178)
If you only need 24" stands, these are quite good for the money. .......
479: General Asylum, Here is an AKSA link (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2002-10-23, 04:58:35 (12.250.123.178)
You might also want to consider the Tripath Amp as well. .......
480: Speaker Asylum, Isn't the $19 a bit misleading or didn't you have to pay handling fee? (nt) (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2002-10-22, 14:37:50 (12.250.123.178)
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481: Speaker Asylum, Ellis 1801 or used Joseph Audio RM7si (nt) (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2002-10-22, 14:23:27 (12.250.123.178)
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482: High Efficiency Speaker Asylum, Re: Athena speakers (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2002-10-21, 16:39:54 (12.250.123.178)
I haven't seen any discussions yet either in this forum or the general speakers forum. I've been interested in these speakers myself, but haven't found any dealers in Chicago that handle them. ::: TOP .......
483: Speaker Asylum, Re: Nearfield speaker recommendation (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2002-10-19, 19:48:07 (12.250.123.178)
Forget the Event and Alesis because they can't match the Sound Dynamics RT3. Don't know about the others your mentioned. .......
484: Speaker Asylum, Re: Best Speaker Under 4K (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2002-10-18, 14:26:49 (12.250.123.178)
Joseph Audio, Montana, AAD, Soliloquy, VMPS and Coincident. .......
485: Speaker Asylum, Re: The best speakers in the world? (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2002-10-18, 14:21:31 (12.250.123.178)
The best speakers in the world are the ones you build yourself. .......
486: High Efficiency Speaker Asylum, Re: Nice Job!...... (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2002-10-18, 05:35:21 (12.250.123.178)
Obviously I might be biased in my opinions and I'm still burning them in, but this speaker reminds me of NHT Super Zeroes, Michaura M22 or one of the similar priced Axiom speakers. I will be taking th .......
487: High Efficiency Speaker Asylum, Thanks mrrjm -this works (nt) (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2002-10-18, 05:30:06 (12.250.123.178)
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488: High Efficiency Speaker Asylum, Let's try this (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2002-10-17, 15:50:38 (12.250.123.178)
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489: High Efficiency Speaker Asylum, Hope the picture shows this time (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2002-10-17, 15:05:58 (12.250.123.178)
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490: High Efficiency Speaker Asylum, Picture is not showing, I will repost when I get this to work (nt) (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2002-10-17, 14:47:35 (12.250.123.178)
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491: High Efficiency Speaker Asylum, Thanks to Kurt Chang (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2002-10-17, 14:42:55 (12.250.123.178)
I wanted to thank Kurt for his inspiration to me to attempt to construct my own audio speakers. The photo, which I hope you can view, is my first attempt at building an audio speaker. I received the f .......
492: General Asylum, Re: Wondering what receiver to buy? (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2002-10-15, 17:26:21 (12.250.123.178)
The Outlaw Audio receiver sounded better than the Denon receiver it replaced in my system. .......
493: Inmate Central, Re: A serious audio related question. (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2002-10-15, 11:38:51 (12.250.123.178)
There is a 1986 recording of the Saturday Night Live Band on ProJazz label. I happened to pick this up at a used CD store. .......
494: Cable Asylum, Re: Need suggestion on mic cable (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2002-10-15, 11:27:06 (12.250.123.178)
Mogami makes some fine cables. If you want to build some, check out Jon Risch's website. Though he does not mention mic cables, he has some very good information on Belden cables. .......
495: Cable Asylum, Re: Did I get ripped? and cable thoughts needed. (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2002-10-15, 11:23:06 (12.250.123.178)
For about $100, I would suggest you look at Mapleshade. .......
496: Speaker Asylum, Re: piano lacquer finish care (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2002-10-15, 07:04:15 (12.250.123.178)
My piano dealer told me they use Windex on their pianos. .......
497: General Asylum, Re: Placeing speakers on a dresser (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2002-10-14, 12:34:20 (12.250.123.178)
You might want to consider the Tivoli Model 2 table radio. Price is around $150. .......
498: General Asylum, Re: Mission loudspeakers (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2002-10-12, 12:20:26 (12.250.123.178)
Since you've narrowed it down to Audax, you might try contacting Madisound since they do sell Audax drivers. .......
499: General Asylum, Re: Wurlitzer question I posted earlier... (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2002-10-11, 15:10:33 (12.250.123.178)
You might try posting this on the Vintage asylum. My only limited knowledge of Wurlitzer products are products such as their organs. .......
500: Pro Audio Asylum, Re: OK to use Pro speakers at home for maximim SPL's? (0.00)
Posted by HD Audio on 2002-10-09, 20:28:18 (12.250.123.178)
You might want to check out what ServoDrive offers. .......
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