Sorry for the delay, Dgad. Cleaner bass, smoother transients, improved staging. Not fond of the space they take up, but well worth it for the sound.

ncarv March 15, 2009 07:19

System edited: Recently added Real Traps panels . . . stunning improvement. Have you tried them?

ncarv March 24, 2008 12:52

Cytocycle, I have the RFZ panels on stands at the first reflection points and the diffusors on stands against the wall in back of the listening position.
They do tighten the base incredibly well, but they also smooth the highs. The soundstage is also improved, giving a much clearer placement of instruments.
I'm planning on adding some panels to the ceiling in the near future. I haven't decided on which ones yet.
--Neil

ncarv July 24, 2007 09:26

Thanks, Glenfihi. I think it is. I tried the MB-450 Signatures with Infiniti caps, but, to my ears, the Deluxe 500's had a more natural sound. They have been updated a lot, though, with Panasonic filter caps and Auri caps inside. I just added some room treatments from Real Traps. What a difference! Like a major component upgrade.

Yes, Galeriehughie, Close is amazing -- especially considering what happened to him. I saw an interview with him on TV. What an incredibly decent guy! He said he felt lucky to be in the position he was after the paralysis, as he had the resources to be able to survive comfortably when most others don't. I love his new work -- like a mosaic of small paintings that make up a larger image.

ncarv July 22, 2007 18:35

Thanks, Ellery.
The "pic" is of Philip Glass, a silk tapestry by the artist Chuck Close.

ncarv January 21, 2007 06:55

Yes, Brent, give a call and pay a visit.

You are all out, Todd! I like the Wilson's much better than the Dunlavy's. I sold "your" Dunlavy's to a guy in England. What a time packing them! Looks like you have a truly superior set-up!

Thanks, Joey. They are great speakers. Just went to see the Kronos Quartet and, when I closed my eyes, I could swear I was in my living room!

ncarv September 26, 2006 18:57

Thanks, Larry.
Looking forward to hearing your Teres, too.
--Neil

ncarv April 19, 2006 08:31

System edited: Major additions this time . . . close to Nirvana.

ncarv March 17, 2006 03:45

System edited: Just added the Dunlavy's, but not willing to give up the Snell's just yet.

ncarv February 22, 2005 16:47

System edited: I'm joining Audiophiles Anonymous, as soon as I admit I am one.

ncarv December 22, 2003 17:16

System edited: Recently added VTL Deluxe-500's, VTL 5.5 pre, Ekos arm, XX-2 cartridge, 5 sets of Symposium Rollerblocks, and Versalab Red Rollers & Wood Blocks. Any thoughts?

ncarv August 17, 2003 04:51