I have been in this hobby over 30 years and in that time have had the pleasure and good fortune to own many many high end components and gear. My goal in the past 6 years was to progress to a smaller footprint than my big Genesis speakers with Vitus monos, and still have great sound. I just didn't have the room in my new home for the big system AND all the boxes and crates! LOL.
I tried a number of fantastic products over those 6 years......Manley, Zanden, the amazing D'Agostino, Coincident, Backert Labs, Vitus, APL, Jeff Rowland, Emm Labs. I'm finally settled on my MSB/ EMM DV2 combo, with Absolare Stereo amp and Tannoy Speakers.........bit of a mix for cables, with Echole Omnia, TEO, Stage III Gorgon and Musica Bella Kuala2 power cables. Pics to come.
Final setup: EMM Labs MTRS Amp with all Hemingway Sigma cable. I feel the system is done.
The newest and greatest from Tannoy, the Gold Reference series. Still breaking in the system but loving it!
Six years later, very very happy with these speakers. They gave me exactly what I was looking for stepping down from my 4 tower Genesis speakers. Still wanted great sound, emotion and soul and a much smaller footprint. On top of that they can pound out some unbelievable bass, and drums, when I kick things up. I've tried many different amps with these speakers, to get what I feel is right. I finally feel like I've hit a home run with the EMM Labs MTRS and Tannoy combo....just unbelievable. Had some issues with Absolare and the Distributor which ended up being a blessing, because the MTRS is next level, without doubt.
MSB UMT Plus
Plays and Spins everything digital, including 3D BluRay. Awesome.
MSB Technology Dual Signature Power Base
I was using a desktop power supply for my MSB UMT Plus. Switched to a new Dual signature power base from MSB. Love the improved performance.
EMM Labs DV2i
Latest and greatest from EMM. Without a doubt my last DAC. Very surprised EMM Labs was able to get this much “upgrade” on the DV2. To me this was a 2 generation jump in performance. Love that the streamer is built-in. I was able to free up shelf space and sell a high end power cable, that was used to run my streamer.
EMM Labs MTRS Amplifier
Latest and greatest from EMM Labs. My last Amplifier.
Tripoint Troy Signature NG
This is the third Troy I’ve owned, amazing gear.
PS Audio P15
Added the PS Audio P15 power regenerator. Upgrade from the P12. Very very happy with the performance of PS Audio Regenerators. I have everything plugged into it.
Hemingway Z-core Sigma Speaker Cable
One of the best speaker cables in the world.
Hemingway Z-core Sigma Power Cable
Spectacular cable. This one convinced me to go full loom Sigma.
Hemingway Z-core Sigma Interconnect
Best ic I’ve owned or heard.
Hemingway Audio zcore jumpers.
Stand: Home made
I made my stand using a double layer of Maple, so it's 3.5" thick on the shelves. Weight is easily 300lbs. This made a serious improvement in the sound. Really seemed to literally anchor the music in place. Was a lot of work and it's not perfect by any means, but I'm very very happy with the results.
Revised: built a new smaller stand. Love the size and accessibility.
IsoAcoustics GAIA
Put these footers on my Tannoy and the results are fabulous. The speakers now sound like they weight 1000lbs.
Walker Valid points
These were laying around doing nothing so put them under the digital gear. Not sure if they made much difference as I've had lots going on in the system lately, but I do love the look and extra height they give the gear for airflow.
QSA Black/Red Receptacle
Wow, love these! Thought I would try the Red Receptacle first, loved it so much I immediately upgraded to the black/red!!
Great looking room! Does the Joule preamp have enough gain with your Levinson 33H amps? Also does the Joule pre have a HT bypass to use with the Anthem SSP? Enjoy! Thanks. Vito
Hey there Mark! Always good to hear from you! Well, I think the only thing new audio wise are a couple of Isoclean Supreme Focus power cables, 20 amp for the power conditioner and 15 amp for the preamp.......they are very impressive, wouldn't mind a third! Other than that, think I'm on pause for a while, pause and enjoy. I actually have Steve of Gabriel Gold sending me their new Rapture R speaker cable and ic for a try out, that should be very intersting!
Thank you very much Glen.....lots of overtime at work, and some great opportunities because of Audiogon and some good folks on here to help with advice, have gotten me here!
The uprigtht bass caught my eye at first, what a great room. As they say, your gear in too die for. Your room and system combine to make a slice of heaven. Happy listening. Glen
You're so right...tremendous options for valve amps! Let me know if I can answer any questions regarding BAT - I now have 4 150SE's to drive Dali MegaLine III speakers.
I have definately considered the Joule amps, and talked to Simon about it, specifically the Rite of Passage. I am also looking at the BAT150SE which I see you have Sam. I know the Genesis were voiced with Audio Research gear, so I'm very interested to try tubes.....which way to go though!? Thanks for the feedback Sam!
You might consider the Joule Electra line of amps...system synergy; however, I'm uncertain of how they would mate with your Genesis loudspeakers. Thanks for sharing your system!
Hey there Mark, good to hear from you, hope you are having a great holiday season!! My surrounds are also on the rear wall, they are I believe a Danish speaker, "Jamo", very nice units for the money. Thanks for the compliments, yes, to me it sounds awesome! I'm not crazy about big big speakers, but, the Genesis are incredible and if I could find a smaller set that could do the same for less than the cost of a small home, I'd be interested! I'm thinking of trying a tube amp(s) in the future.....I like the Joule Marianne so much, it has me thinking!! Take care my man!
Shane: Thanks for posting your system, it looks great and the room is beautiful! What surrounds are you using? Do you have them in the back of the room as well? This system must sound great as configured! Happy listening and Happy New Year!
