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I wouldn't classify myself as an audiophile, but more of a music lover. 

With the above being said, the goal of putting together this system was being able to listen to the music, not the equipment. I feel like I've definitely accomplished that goal.

Air Tight, Lampizator and Harbeth culminate in an organic and musical sound that's simply easy to enjoy for hours on end. Jerry Garcia has never sounded better. 
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    • Air Tight ATM-2
    • Lampizator Big 7
    New R2R engine and superclocks.
    • Harbeth Super HL5 Plus
    • Antipodes Audio DX Gen 2 Music Server
    Running Roon natively on the DX.
    • Hsu Research VTF-3 MK 4 Subwoofer
    • Acoustic Zen Technologies Absolute Speaker Cables
    • Acoustic Zen Technologies Absolute Copper Interconnects
    • Acoustic Zen Technologies Absolute Power Cord
    • Core Power Technologies Equi=Core 150
    • Curious Cable USB Cable
    • Finite Elemente Cerabase Compact
    • Synergistic Research PowerCell 10 UEF & FEQ w/Atmosphere Level 3 Power Cord
    • Argent Room Lens
    • UpTone Regen w/Audioquest Jitterbug
    • Eddie Current Zana Deux Super
    • PS Audio DirectStream DAC w/Bridge 2
    • Synergistic Research Atmosphere UEF Level 4 Interconnects
    • Vinnie Rossi LIO DHT
    • Antipodes Audio DX DX Gen 2 Music Server
    • Aqua Audio La Scala DAC
    • Musical Fidelity Musical Fidelity M6 500i Dual Mono Integrated

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@jderdock 

I personally don't find Harbeth to be overly polite--provided you have the right amp. 

Jason

jayrossi13

Owner
Thanks Zephyr, I tried to build a system that was musical and enjoyable. I can listen for hours without any fatigue.

jayrossi13

Owner
I'm lucky enough to have a Harbeth dealer nearby, I'll check out the 40.2 this weekend.

jayrossi13

Owner
Thanks, @pdreher 

The Air Tight and Big 7 were really nice upgrades, but adding the SR PowerCell really tied everything together and took the system to the next level. 

I tend to go through a lot of gear, but I'm pretty content right now. With that being said, I am really curious to hear the 40.1 or 40.2 in my system. 

Since you've had both the SHL5 and 40.1, what is the biggest difference? 

Jason

jayrossi13

Owner
Thanks, Papermill. 

Even though my system is pretty simple it took a lot of experimenting to get where it is today. Aside from (too much) direct experimentation with new gear, the feedback I got from fellow Agoners was essential. The Air Tight amp is a perfect example of receiving recommendations to try a new component---and having it be a perfect fit. 

In looking at your system, I see you're a vinyl guy that has crossed over to the "dark side" with the Atlantic DAC--glad to se you're enjoying it. The Big 7 is my 4th Lampizator DAC and I can say that, for my personal listening tastes, it's truly amazing. I could not give a higher recommendation for their products or customer service. 

jayrossi13

Owner
@honeyooi 

The system has really come together with the new amp and DAC. I'm using the Big 7 as a preamp for the Air Tight. 

Thank you again for the input on the ATM-2, I can see why you enjoy it so much. 

Jason

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