Audio Nirvana has arrived. Being involved in this hobby for the past 40 years proves that this is a journey and not a destination. Over these years I have had countless iterations of too many systems to mention. Over the past 15 years I have become a loyal fan of Wilson Audio speakers and have steadily moved up their production line. Four years ago I never thought it could get any better than my Wilson X-2 Alexandria series l until I heard the X-2 series ll this year. Suffice it to say the X-2 Series ll speakers were added in October of this year in Black Almondine and now occupy the center of my sound syatem. For the past 3 years I have been seriously considering a return to vinyl and was ready to make the move until I began reading about the resurgence of reel to reel tape recorders and The Tape Project. Recently I found a fully restored Studer A810 tape recorder and added it to my system as well as becoming a Charter Subscriber to The Tape Project. Needless to say I was smitten. Recently I also swapped out my much beloved Meitner digital gear for the newer Playback Designs PDS MP-S5 and have been more than happpy with that decision. Earlier this year the video side of my room underwent a complete change and installed the Sim2 C3X1080 triple chip DLP with an Isco lll anamorphic lens. This allows me to enjoy either 16 X 9 format as well as 2.35 on a CIH Stewart Firehawk G3 132 inch curved screen. When I did this I upgraded the subwoofer(s) in my room by swapping the Wilson XS for two JL Audio Gotham subs. It took the better part of four months to get these subs dialed in for my room but once done they are simply better than I could have ever imagined. As far as what the future holds in the hobby, I am in a holding pattern but I never say never.
I am in awe of this speaker both from the way it sounds as well as the way it looks. After 3 months of anxiously awaiting, the speaker finally arrived. Color is Black Almondine with Parchment Gray grill covers. The speakers weigh in at a cool 720 lbs each and stand 2 inches taller than the X-1's I had. Simply put, I have never heard a speaker as real as this. The soundstage is huge, more open than even the X-2 series l. The ease of setup as well was amazing. It took us only 2 hours to get the speakers operational. The wonderful thing about the X-2 is that the upper modules can now be meticulously set to image at ear level. The X-1's were always imaging just a bit high. These speakers are truly Dave Wilson at the pinnacle of his game. Just when I thought my X-2 series l's put me at audio nirvana, along comes the X-2 Series ll. The best way to compare this speaker to anything else is with a big smile rather than with hyperbole. IMO this speaker has brought me to Audio Nirvana.
Lamm Industries ML 3 Signature
The ML3 is a single-ended (SE) tube amplifier utilizing a very powerful direct-heated triode GM-70 (125W plate dissipation) and a separate power supply. Combining the most sophisticated technologies and electronic design with graceful looks reminiscent of the classic era of tubes, the ML3 is our top-of-the-line, no-compromise product. It is a 32-watt amplifier that operates in pure class A and utilizes no overall feedback. The topology is absolutely unique and incorporates one of the most advanced power supplies ever featured in an audio device. These factors, along with the designers unique vision and understanding of the underlying principles of audio electronics, make the ML3 an amplifier without peer. With the ML3 as the centerpiece of a high-end system, the recorded event is recreated in ones listening room with astonishing verisimilitude. The listener is able to experience an ephemeral yet tangible connection to the essence of the music. These are not empty claims. Those who have listened to the ML3 firsthand have unanimously acknowledged this phenomenon and have reported it to be utterly unique in their collective experience. IMO this amp rises above all others and is the the new king of the hill. Audio Nirvana has arrived
Lamm Industries LL1 Signature Dual Mono Line Level
The monaural line level preamplifier model LL1 Signature is the ultimate statement of perfection in High-End audio. Just like ML3 Signature is the best creation of its designer's professional career among the LAMM amplifiers, so is the LL1 Signature among the line level LAMM preamplifiers. The LL1 Signature has been designed to complement the ML3 Signature amplifier, and this combination in a system represents a "match made in heaven". However, the LL1 Signature will perform magic with any other appropriate power amplifier. The LL1 Signature features a topology that brings out the most natural sound performance in the audio path. In principle, it is a single-stage unit that basically represents the shortest possible signal path. The preamplifier contains four very linear low impedance triodes paralleled into a single inverting gain stage. The LL1 Signature employs a pure single-ended class A operation, with no overall feedback applied. Also featured are specially selected high-transconductance dual triodes 6N30P-DR/ 6Н30П-ДР (original) in the signal path and TKD stepped potentiometers for volume control - the best available on today's market. The preamplifier's audibly neutral power supply features a full-wave vacuum rectifier. This rectifier, together with a choke-containing filter, allows to practically get rid of the hum and buzz and, in the end, to ensure the verity of dynamic range without coloration. Two solid-state analog voltage regulators supply dc voltage to the tube filaments (heaters). Other features include 3 inputs, one tape/HT processor loop, attenuator (-12 dB) switch, output 1/output 2 switches, protection circuitry designed to enable manual muting of the output signal, and built-in remote on/off for LAMM power amplifiers. The main distinction of the LL1 Signature from any other comparable type of preamplifiers is its practically inaudible sonic signature. When connected to an appropriate type of power amplifiers, especially LAMM power amplifiers, it assures the extraordinary transparency of perceived sound and recreation of a three-dimensional soundstage in the home, recording studio, etc., without boundaries and limitations. Each preamplifier is handcrafted of the finest materials and top quality parts like military-grade DALE metal-film resistors, PRC wire-wound resistors, BOURNS multi-turn potentiometers, CORNELL DUBILIER and UNITED CHEMI-CON electrolytic capacitors, ELECTROCUBE, ELCON and ROEDERSTEIN film capacitors; HAMMOND chokes, gold-plated NEUTRIC connectors, and military-grade low-noise long-life vacuum tubes. A custom-designed massive damping panel installed in the preamplifier unit significantly reduces all types of mechanical vibrations which, in turn, leads to a more extended, coherent and natural bass reproduction. The LL1 Signature features a custom-designed super-low noise power transformer. The LL1 Signature works on all world AC line voltages (100/120/220/230/240V).
JL Audio Gotham/g213
Gotham® Your first look will tell you that you are looking at something special your first listen will confirm it beyond a shadow of a doubt. The beauty of the Gotham® extends well beyond its exotic design and exceptional craftsmanship, aiming right at the emotional core of musical and cinematic enjoyment. This is a subwoofer system with limits well beyond the needs of the typical home theater application, delivering a weight and integrity of reproduction that can only come from a system that is always in control. Its allure lies as much in its ability to convey subtleties as in its prodigious output capabilities. It is simply devastating. A luxurious, handcrafted gloss-black finish is complemented by machined aluminum and stainless steel accents for a look and feel that fits perfectly with the finest home furnishings. More importantly, the beautiful cabinet houses a pair of JL Audios highest-technology subwoofer drivers. When demanded by program material, the Gothams amplifier can deliver voltage equivalent to 3,800 watts of RMS power to take full advantage of the twin drivers four inches of peak-to-peak excursion capability. This ensures that the Gotham can breeze through material that makes other subwoofers go into clipping, limiting or distress. Listening to a Gotham® reveals an entirely new dimension of subwoofer performance... a dimension so satisfying that listening to lesser subwoofers will forever become an act of compromise. Available Models: g213 (click for specs and feature list) Model: g213-GLOSS SKU: 96237 Cabinet Finish: High-Gloss Black
Playback Designs System MS5
I just never thought that I would sell my Meitner gear because for years IMO it was the leader of the pack. Not so fast any more as along came the PDS MS-5 which creates music as close to vinyl as the real thing
Studer Reel To Reel A-810
A fully refurbished state of the art Studio reel to reel
Krell Theater Amplifier Standard
This is used to drive my center channel, surround channels and rear channel. I use it only for home theater however when Krell releases their SACD standard in May, I will delve into multichannel audio. I continue to use a Krell FPB-750 mcX for my Wilson XS subwoofer. I use 6.1 and not 7.1 in my room
Wilson Audio WATCH Center Channel
I have used many center channel speakers but have found this one to outperform anything that I have previously owned. I use it with its accompanying speaker stand centered right under my screen. Recently upgraded this center channel to Black Almondine to match my new X-2 series ll speakers
Wilson Audio WATCH Surround (left and right)
A perfect compliment for my Wilson X-1/XS speakers.
Nordost Valhalla
I use this in my front end. An unbelievably transparent interconnect. I was using Tara Labs The Zero which was magnificent but I feel the Valhalla is a notch above even though The Zero was priced at $12,500 for a 2 meter pair of balanced cables
Wilson Audio WATCH rear
I decided on only 6.1 rather than 7.1 and am very impressed with this speaker in my home theater
Sim2 Triple Chip DLP Projector C3X 1080
For those following the buzz on the internet this is the latest triple chip DLP from Sim that has a picture unequaled for projectors of this price and size
Isco 2.35 Anamorphic Lens Model lll
Anamorphic 2.35 lens for Sim 2 projector
Stewart Filmscreen Firehawk G3 CineV 130
A CIH screen with native 2.35 aspect ratio and 120 inch width. Masks to 16 x 9 as well
Sony BDP-S2000ES
Sony's flagship Blu-ray Disc player, with astounding audio enhancements and vibration-reduction that deliver phenomenal results in a rock-solid design
Lexicon MC12B-HD v 1.2
Most impressive about the MC-12 HD is its extensive custom processing capabilities. Four 32-bit floating-point DSP engines provide vast resources for such proprietary features as Logic 7, Auto Azimuth correction, five-speaker enhancement, bass enhancement, and dialog enhancement. Lexicon?s bass management system, digital crossovers and tone controls are also powered by these DSP engines. This processing is performed at sample rates up to 96kHz with 24-bit resolution to retain top performance from all input sources. A fifth DSP engine is dedicated to decoding Dolby Digital and DTS sources. Inside and out, the MC-12 HD is designed to accommodate potential hardware and software advancements with internal expansion, a removable rear panel access plate, and two RS-232 connectors.
Nordost Valhalla AES/EBU
A digital cable with XLR (balanced)terminations. Used to connect the Krell kps25sc to the EMM Labs DAC 6
Nordost Valhalla
Simply the best and most transparent cable I have ever used. I sold my Tara Labs The Omega for these cables. As great as the Omega was, I find there is no comparison with the Valhalla
Nordost Valhalla
20 amp IEC power cables (one pair) used for my Audio Research Refernce 600 Mark lll mono amps. This resulted in immediate improvement in bass as well as producing a somewhat more dynamic sound.
Tara Labs RSC Gen 2
Used in my home theater
Tara Labs RSC Air One
5 pair of balanced cables used in my home theater
Tara Labs The One
I have 2 of these in my front end. They made a big difference
Absolute Power Line Purifier
Used in my home theater side. A very solid work horse
Aurios Pro MIb
Decouplers. An absolute must in any system. I use these under my Krell kps25sc and Audio Research Reference ll Mark ll. I have also found dramatic improvement in my bass when used under my Wilson X-1 Grand Slamm speakers. These are sold exclusively at http://www.audionut.com Ask for Bob Williams. he will give you all of the theory behind this tweak.You can reach him at 1-877-944-5505
Acoustic Sciences Corporation Tube Traps
The single best tweak to my room was to have ASC design room modifications (tube traps)according to the size of my room with the type of gear used. I have a total of 38 tube traps in the room in all sizes, varying from Super trap 20's, Super trap 16's and trap 13's, 11's and 9's. I did this in stages according to the plans provided by ASC and once finished I had a true 2C3D room. The walls are virtually invisible.
Acoustic Sciences Corporation Sound Planks
Also part of the design rendered for my room by ASC. These sit at the front wall and have vastly improved the sound in the room.
Billy Bags AV Pro
This is used for my home theater equiment
Billy Bags CD/DVD Stand
Designrd specifically for my room I am able to store over 1000 CD's and/or DVD's
Zoethecus component stands Z.2/R (2 in all)
Great looking, good support and excellent isolation
Zoethecus amp stands (3 in all) Z.block/1d
Great looking with super isolation
Musical Fidelity Tube Output Buffer X-10v3
high input impedance allowing me to drive my new JL Gotham subs without compromising my Audio Research Reference 3 preamp
Musical Fidelity Tube Output Buffer Power Supply
Optional separate power supply for tube buffer which helps bass response from Gotham Subs
Transparent Reference (RSE) Interconnect
20 foot pair from Tube Buffer Output to Gotham subs and one meter pair from ARC Ref3 to Tube Output Buffer
I have finally had opportunity tonight to do some extended and serious listening...only me with my "go-to" disks.
Last week when I put up this thread I initially felt the changes to be subtle. Not so now, This upgrade is a serious contender.
Much cleaner, more precise imaging,larger soundstage and lower noise floor. This is the goods.
EMM Labs has taken some bad postings here and in othe forums about everything except the kitchen sink. Make no mistake about it. This company is for real and delivers the goods. They (IMO) remain on the cutting edge of the digital domain. Although not analog, this is as close to the real thing and continues to keep me from taking the plunge back into vinyl. Although I might at some future date, the added enjoyment I am getting from the Signature Edition upgrade continues to bring smiles to my face.
For anyone here in the SF Bay Area who either has a DAC6e or a DCC2 and is considering the upgrade it would be my pleasure to provide a private audition.
I have either auditioned and/or ownerd all that you have mentioned and then some.
For me the buck stops here. There are certainly far more expensive cables available but IMO for my ears I have just not heard anything better than Valhalla. I might do many things to upgrade my system but when it comes to cables I have reached "Valhalla". I won't ever change
I am curious as to your choice of cables. I hear great things about the Nordost. I am using Transparent REference MM speaker cables but want to get some interconnects. I am thinking Nordost, Stealth, Purist, Transparent or Siltech. What did you audition & why did you end up w Nordost? Any help is appreciated. I am very happy w. the Transparent but hear a lot about Siltech & Nordost.
I'de love to hear your system. I'm just not sure I'm qualified in the digital domain. I have noticed a few things with things digital. People try to use hi-fi spectaculars as a way of determining things(and I'm not saying you do). I'm not like that. I listen to music to get off on it. I understand that if one is into accuracy, that that means something. To me, the only thing that means anything, is how much one gets off on music. This might include the music playing through your head when you are away from your system, or your desire to run home to listen to it. Alex is modifiying my cd player now. I'm trying to get info on what digital to buy. I'm thinking I might be more qualified in at least two months. BTW, Alex's AC motor controller and phono-preamp on a Gyrodec killed a Rockport with a Van Der Zeel preamp($12,000) on a cd that he made from the turntables. I do appreciate the offer though. Actually, I would probably learn someting-maybe just how a real high-end system should sound like.
There seems to be so much back and forth diatribe here recently regarding the EMM Labs Signature Edition upgrade. It has been evident to me that much of the talk was "psychobabble" most of which has been started by people who like to fuel speculation and drive the rumor mill. It seems to me that most of these people serve no other purpose than to create uncertainty about an otherwise excellent and first class company that caters to we the audiophile community.
My good friend Mike Lavigne posted a very articulate review of the upgrade but unfortunately it became vapor and disappeared.
I would like to preface my comments with some disclaimers.
1. I have no vested interest in EMM Labs except to say that I have used their gear in my system since the first modded Sony SACD 1000.
2. No one has asked me to write my impressions of the new SE upgrade.
3. I am first and foremost an audiophile and have been involved in this hobby for well over 33 years.
4. I would like to consider myself and my system sufficiently at a level that I can comment in a reasonable and meaningful fashion about the DAC6e upgrade.
5. Even though I have the DAC6e and have the ability to listen to multichannel I am still very much a two channel purist.
6. My comments are related only to the DAC6e SE and not to the DCC2 SE
7. I have owned pretty much all high end equipment over the years. I can be considered biased to the extent that for my ears the music reproduced by the EMM Labs CDSD and DAC6e truly rocks my sonic boat, so much so that after all of these years I feel that with my system where it is now I have reached where I want to be....audio nirvana
8. Having said all of this I hope this thread will be posted by the moderators to give my overview of the new Signature Edition upgrade.
I received my SE upgrade yesterday from EMM Labs where the turn around time was fast ( less than one week and with a new shipping box to boot)
Judging from my "Return Authorization Number (U-0001) I would have to infer that my unit was the first in line for the upgrade and therefore any other speculation by naysayers is IMO only gossip at best.
I will not interject my remarks with such "flowery" comments or adjectives such as the proverbial "the veil has been lifted" or the "layers of the onion are peeled" etc, etc.
Suffice it to say I will make the following observations of my past 24 hours of listening. Initially I felt that the changes were subtle in some respects but more than dramatic in others.
All of us no doubt have what we call our "go to" disks and reference recordings that we use over and over in our system and in others. These represent our frame of reference to highlight something(s) which will bring out the best or show the inadequacies of a system.
I would like to consider that I have a SOTA system with speakers than truly illustrate my above point. My initial thoughts after listening were the following
1. A more than dramatic expansion of the soundstage. With my Wilson X-2's I always felt that the soundstage reproduced in my room was superb...until last night. Much to my amazement the soundstage now transgresses the boundaries of my speakers and literally flows from wall to wall. There is also an added depth to the soundstage.
2. An absolute precise and crystal clear clarity to vocals. I thought that I had that lifelike presence before but something yesterday just absolutely locked in the imaging in a manner that I have not previously heard.
3. I agree with prior posts that the sound floor has been dropped and that there is now a much cleaner sound. Mike Lavigne implied this when he stated that the Signature Edition takes us further down the sonic road.
4. There is indeed a better articulation at the "high" end. So far I have not listened enough to comment about increased bass that others have heard.
5. I will add further comments after more extensive listening.
6. Finally, I am not looking for validation from others who read this thread about why I did the upgrade and what I heard. After all, it is my wallet and my ears. The EMM Labs gear reproduces the audio flavor that light up my ears. I like what I have heard so far and have absolutely no regrets in my decision to do the upgrade.
Most important for everyone to know however is this....Everyone asks "should they do the upgrade?" My mantra in this hobby has always been to "do what is best for my ears and my wallet". Those who already own Meitner gear IMO already have SOTA equipment. If you never hear and/or never upgrade to the Signature Edition and keep the status quo, you will still be blessed with countless hours of listening bliss with SOTA equipment. If however you do hear the SE and feel the urge to do the upgrade, the change in your system will be one that you will never regret.
Honestly, I am completely uncertain if you are asking a question or making a statement of some sort.
I can only agree that Alex' modded pieces are indeed very good--just a different flavor , if you will. You like his and I happen to like Meitner.
Presently my DAC6e is on its way back from Calgary where it has undergone the Signature Edition upgrade. I will be happy to report my findings on the upgrade once it is back in my system.
As for analog, I don't disagree with your comment and assertion. Notwithstanding that however, it is the Meitner gear which IMO is as close to analog as the real thing that I have not found a need to jump back into the analog arena....although I must confess that I am exploring this option. I am hearing fantastic reviews of Alvin Lloyd's new Grand Prix Monaco turntable which at the price everyone is calling it a Tier one component.
You live very close to me and I would be happy to give you an audition at your convenience.
I hope you don't get offended by this. Currently, I believe that analog has a relaxation quotient that digital doesn't have. Of course, I don't have access to the highest end(and won't ever have) of digital, but I believe this aspect needs to be addressed. Many, if not most, people are in the same situation. Why do we listen to music? I have to admit that Alex's system(APL Hi-Fi) was the best audio that I have ever heard. The relaxation thing was not a problem-but what about the cost? Analog(pre-1982 lp's) has no problem in this area. You can answer this question, I believe. I can only answer it in terms of cost.
"Is there anyone who understands 100% how this tweak does work?"
That for me is the $64 question.
My audiophile buddies like to call me the "ultimate tweak" as I am always looking for that certain tweak that can exact the last fraction of a percent improvement in my system. At some point it can become the Law of Diminishing Returns. Having said that however this Marigo 3D Signature Mat truly has me baffled because there is no doubt IMO that it has provided increased depth and width to my already pretty darn good soundstage.
There is just no logical reason for this to occur. I have asked myself whether this be psychoacoustics at play but I am always able to pick out the difference in a blinded test. Any other comments are certainly welcome.
I don't understand 100% how my car engine works (I mean, I do have a very generic knowledge). I don't understand 100% how my PC works. And there is a bunch of other stuff I do not understand. So what? I drive my car, I use my PC, and a bunch of other things. There is really no need to understand the principles in order to use the technology.
As for those so-called "experts"... Just don't care whatever any of them may say. ;)
"The difference without and with the mat, is like watching the concert on TV and actually being there"
I agree. I just wish that I understood what the heck it is all about. All of my scientist friends and members of my audio club tell me that it is a bunch of horse manure and a case of the Emperor's new clothes"
Has any one else here had any observations (pro or con) about the Marigo 3D Signature Mat?
I am a strong believer in Marigo products. I have all Marigo cabling in my system, and even though I was somewhat prepared for ultra-top performance of Ron's mat, it was a real surprise for me. The difference without and with the mat, is like watching the concert on TV and actually being there. It is, imo, the best $200 you can spend on your system, period. Don't know if it will help a cheap junk, but in high resolution, capable susyem, it just makes miracles. And I really don't care how it works. I don't have to, in order to use the product.
I have been using the Marigo 3D Signature Mat now for the past 6 weeks and I am still trying to figure out why and how it works. There is no doubt in my mind that the effect is not only real but also a dramatic improvement in the sound.
I am told by members of my audiophile club (the objectivists of course) that this is nothing more than bogus and it is merely psychoacoustics. Suffice it to say, for my ears the over-all effect in the change of the sound stage is what I find so amazing. I have had long talks with Ron Hedrich at Marigo Labs about it. I would suggest for the readers here to keep an open mind and listen for yourself. I love tweaks and this for me is truly an exceptional one.
We are having a meeting of our audiophile club next week. One of the things we will be doing is an a/b test of the mat for everyone to come to their own conclusions.
It was a rare treat for me to get an e-mail from an audiophile who not only lives half way around the world (Bulgaria) but who also has a system virtually identical to mine.
Please keep in touch once your X-2 Alexandria speakers are set up. You be be simply amazed how they will sound with the Lamm ML 2.1 amps. I hope you realize that toe tapping experience that I did.
It looks like no one is going to answer you on the Marigo mat. I asked Alex of APL-Hi Fi about the mat. He said that it was great. You just have to make sure that you center it.
I was really delighted to get in contact with you which was made possible through the LAMM feedback webpage. Unbelievable coincidence in the other end of the globe I will be completing shortly an almost identical system with yours (LAMM ML 2.1, ARC Ref3, X-2 speakers) I already have the 2 ch. EMM Labs combo and Valhalla ICs and speaker cables. Stephen, to answer your question, I will be getting black X-2s, I have seen with a friend the new MAXX in black and they seem more universal for fitting in various interiors. By the way he is using Gryphon amplification and honestly I do not like this combination, because it sounds more aggresive than I can bear.
The fact that this system has already been used and tested and highly valued in terms of reporoduction quality gave me a level of additional comfort. That comfort is really essential in my situation of spending almost blindly a fortune. The high end market in Bulgaria, where I live, is quite underdeveloped and we have just two dealers (obviously good friends of mine) holding about 20 brands so auditioning is on quite limited basis. However, we have a saying in Bulgaria that "every misfortune has its good luck side" and the good news is that I have a direct access to some premier manufacturers resulting in huge savings varing from 30 to 50 percent of the SRP. Obviously part of the deal is that this on full confidentiality terms.
Stephen, I will be happy to get some more ideas from you and when I come to the Bay area I will let you know. I come to U. S. once or twice a year for clients business.
Friends in my audio club call me the Ultimate Tweak. It has been many years since I have had an analog system not because I don't want one but only because I remain content with the superb performance of my digital front end. Recently I got involved in tube rolling and seem to have squeezed out even better performance with my Lamm ML 2.1's. I found the NOS Telefunken's made an immense improvement. Having said this however I recently was exposed to Marigo Labs Signature 3-D Mat and cannot understand how something like this can change the sound in the manner in which it does. I initially thought that I would buy one at the behest of a very close audiophile friend. From his description of this tweak I shrugged my shoulders and thought that this was another case of "the Emperor's New Clothes". With some degree of skepticism I loaded it onto the top of one of my reference CD's and I couldn't believe what I was hearing...a much wider and deeper soundstage as well as better defined bass with more articulate mid and upper range. I have been listening now for the past 2 weeks wondering what the heck this mat does. The owner of Marigo Labs, Ron Hedrick also assures me that I will notice similar improvements in the video side of my system when played with a DVD.
I own no stake in the company but this tweak is worth checking out. Sells for $199.
I would be interested in opinions of others who have tried it. Unless you have you cannot say "snake oil"
"Were they too expensive due to length? I also wanted to mention that analog can be a good source of music also, with the price of albums being so cheap."
I completely agree about your statement regarding analog as a good source of music.
As for Ori's cables...quite the contrary as I felt that he had them underpriced for what the market will bear.
However, having said all of that I remain immensely content with my Nordost Valhalla and see absolutely no reason as to why I would want to change
Ori contended that the Valhalla was anything but lifelike and his threw a more real image. I considered what he said and recently reset the upper 3 modules on my X-2's to reflect a listening height of 36". Previously they were set to a listening height of 38". I felt this was too high and the readjustment on the upper modules has made a world of difference.
I guess I'm a legend in my own mind. If one makes a fool out of oneself in public, are those the credentials I was talking about? It's either that or maybe what's printed on my Safeway receipt? My $10,000 turntable cost me under 4 grand, and I'm still paying for it. I really just wanted to ask about Ori's interconnects. Were they too expensive due to length? I also wanted to mention that analog can be a good source of music also, with the price of albums being so cheap.
I have to tell the truth-I've been drinking. I've just setup(a little bit) a $10,000 analog turntable. It was a Linn, Lingo, nude Archive, Ekos, Mana table. Even though the tracking force is too high(and the anti-skate incorrect), and the Mana table incorrect, I wonder why you don't have an analog setup. Yes, it's not as impressive as a digital one, but why do you listen to music? If you stick to 1981 or earlier albums, you would be okay. I hesitate to mention this, but I have pretty good academic credentials,i.e., I am no dummy. I also wonder about Ori's shielded interconnects for you(from readings, shielded is inferior.).
