My trip engineUgh. Regarding new ICs from Silnote when I previously stated they produced, "less grit and glasiness", I meant to say they removed grit and glasiness heard using previous ICs. posted 4 months ago | View comment | |
My trip engineShortly after swapping out my longtime CDP and replacing with new CDP (Simon Audio CD5, used strictly as a transport for Redbook CDs) and DAC (NewOntech DAC07) (thank you Mike Powell of 11stereo/Ve... posted 4 months ago | View comment | |
My trip engineThanks @coralkong! Love 'em every time I fire 'em up. posted 9 months ago | View comment | |
My trip engineSystem updated but not yet published. Opera Consonance CDP replaced with another, Simon Audio CD5, used as a transport only, into NewOntech DAC07. posted 10 months ago | View comment | |
My trip engineThank you @lapierre.Yes,@lapierre.Yes I have changed out power tubes, somewhat prematurely (only 750 hrs on them) due to one tube slowly going bad (intermittent hissing, which grew progressive... posted 10 months ago | View comment | |
My trip engine@moofoo - Thanks! Your system and room look great as well. If I lived closer I'd be over to hear, for sure. posted over 1 year ago | View comment | |
My trip engineThanks @islandmandan ! If you're ever near Marietta, GA, you're welcome to stop in and hear some tracks. posted almost 2 years ago | View comment | |
My trip engineThank you @islandmandan !It has taken me many years to reach this point, always in pursuit of better and better (to my ears/brain/preferences) sound. I am c... posted about 2 years ago | View comment | |
My trip engineSwapped out my 45-Watt SET monoblocs for a 4.3 watt Whammerdyne DGA-1 Stereo SET Amp with NOS Sylvania 2A3 tubes, NOS 6DJ8 Amperex tube, and upgraded wider bandwidth transformers. posted about 2 years ago | View comment | |
My trip engineSwapping out my beloved Eggys and subs for the PAP Trio15 Horn1 was a scary risk as I was not sure they'd be able to top my Eggys, but they have. I must say, at this point I am done looking for any... posted over 2 years ago | View comment | |
moofoo's SystemNever had pure SS. First amp was a hybrid integrated: tube preamp with SS amp; then separates: tube preamp (also 6SN7-based) with Van Alstine hybrid amp (tube + mosfets); then finally Audio Mirrors... posted over 4 years ago | View comment | |
moofoo's SystemSweet setup there. I also have Fontaines (original version) with Audio Mirror 45W SET amps. Must say, the sound IS awesome, eh? Wonder how different, if at all, your model of Eggys sound compared t... posted over 4 years ago | View comment | |
My trip engineThanks shadorne. (I just today noticed your post.) Fortunately, sold the house and farm, went through some really crappy experiences, but have ended up in a home with a basement which has a decent ... posted about 7 years ago | View comment | |
My trip engineIt has been three months now that my system has been boxed up and stored in a locker for "staging" purposes as we await the sale of our home. Man, am I ever JONESING for some Hi-Fi !! I can hardly... posted over 8 years ago | View comment | |
Matchy MatchyHi Scott,Cro Mag out and Sony in? That is quite a change. Can you please describe the differences you are hearing? posted about 9 years ago | View comment | |
My trip engineThank you Mjcmt. I love them too! They are very special to my ears. posted over 9 years ago | View comment | |
My trip engineThanks Reynolds853! If I may be so bold as to agree with you. I love it! Gear selected strictly on basis for CD playback. posted almost 10 years ago | View comment | |
Doug's Audio DenThank you Doug. I had been using L'Art du Son but have run out. I will seek out the Essence. posted about 10 years ago | View comment | |
Doug's Audio DenI treat all discs prior to rippingSuperb system there Doug.May I ask please, treat with what? posted about 10 years ago | View comment | |
My trip engineShould I bother to pursue these pres or just sit tight, and maybe buy even more music? posted over 10 years ago | View comment | |
My trip engineAn entire year and no changes! Just been buying music like a crazy person. I like my system just as it stands. However, could it be better? Not sure. I might consider trying out a few different pre... posted over 10 years ago | View comment | |
Accuphase Nirvana - Done For NowYou stole the system from my dreams! ;^) posted over 10 years ago | View comment | |
Gettin' closeSweet set up! Wondering - have you ever heard Four PI (Wayne Parham) speakers? I was wondering how they'd compare in sound to your Cornies? posted over 10 years ago | View comment | |
Gettin' closeWow! Those puppies are BIG! Nice! posted over 10 years ago | View comment | |
Tannoys and TubesAwesome set up Arj. Would love to hear those K's with the Leben. Question about Monarchy Regen: Did you know that your power was an issue before you acquired? Do you live in a country or city which... posted over 10 years ago | View comment |