System edited: New ribbons on the Minis are a real step up from the tympani ribbons. This system has far more resolution and detail than my previous Maggie systems.

coolkane November 28, 2012 09:12

Also added a Krell preamp for a biamp system.

coolkane October 19, 2011 13:51

Added a pair of mint MG IIIa as wings to the tympanis. Also, biamping with Nuforce Ref series amps. Dynamics, bass impact have increased dramatically. Did not expect better imaging, but that too. Go figure. You never know till you try.

coolkane October 19, 2011 12:18

Added MG IIIa as wings to the Tympanis. Also, biamping with Nuforce Ref series amps.

coolkane October 19, 2011 12:10

I like it!

coolkane April 14, 2011 16:13

System edited: Decided to biamp with 2 Crown XLS Class D amps using their built in crossovers. I am surprised by how quiet and dynamic these little amps are. The music jumps from a black background. Imaging and transparency are good, dynamics off the chart.

coolkane April 14, 2011 16:12

I hadn't come across DEQX yet. It seems like it does quite a lot for the price tag. Separate components--just a dac + crossover network--would far exceed the 2000.00 price. I'm glad you mentioned it. It's been added to my radar.

poprhetor March 29, 2011 12:14

Yes, something like the DEQX units listed on this site.

coolkane March 28, 2011 23:24

I agree, Class D has arrived. I have legacy solid state gear, so I'll be living in the past for awhile longer. My system just went up: Turn-of-Last-Century Mid-Fi Minimalist. By "equalization," are you referring to DSP? On those notes, I would add Active Speakers as well.

poprhetor March 28, 2011 19:52

Just one view, but I think Class D amplification, and equalization are the future of high end audio.

coolkane March 28, 2011 18:32

I'm in the same boat. Living space, etc. I also biamp, and I also consider incorporating crossovers eventually. I'll probably refrain until subs come into the mix. Then I'll have some decisions to make.

poprhetor March 28, 2011 16:54

Thanks. Even at over 20 years old they are still special. Future projects include some crossover experiments. There are some limitations since this is our functioning living rool as well.

coolkane March 28, 2011 01:03

Yeah, that's a slick solution. I'm sure it's a project that revolves around those suh-weet speakers.

poprhetor March 27, 2011 18:41

Thanks. Can't recall any of my Tympanis that sounded like this. Love the sound and convenience of the front end.

coolkane March 24, 2011 05:01

really elegantly done.

soundgasm March 23, 2011 13:31