albertporterAlbert Porter's SystemJohnAlbert, thanks for letting my mom/dad and myself listen last night ! The new speakers sound awesome! Especially on the Allnic with the Lyra Atlas !Ye... posted over 11 years ago | View comment | |
Albert Porter's SystemThank you Mikeduke. I'm listening right now and becoming more comfortable by the day. This is an ultra high resolution speaker and with that comes the discomfort of break in.Today I'm heari... posted over 11 years ago | View comment | |
Albert Porter's SystemMike,I agree with clarification of bass effecting all frequencies but this was just short of astounding. I keep thinking there is a link between the ground plane, AC current supplying the E... posted over 11 years ago | View comment | |
Albert Porter's SystemThe power supply cord for the Focal Grande EM woofer should be a high quality heavy gauge AC cord and the one supplied with my speakers appeared to fit the bill nicely. Rather than the ... posted over 11 years ago | View comment | |
Albert Porter's SystemEd,I just returned from Newport, captured 550 (plus) images. Show attendance felt down a bit from last year but it was a great show from ribbon cutting to tear down. I enjoy seeing everyone... posted over 11 years ago | View comment | |
Doctor's Rx-Wilson X-2, Lamm, PDS MPS5who by all accounts liked the system. I knew that was tough for Albert as he is not a big Wilson lover.The room, associated equipment and software made f... posted over 11 years ago | View comment | |
Albert Porter's System06-01-13: LapierreAP which cable did you purchase for the Grande?I listed in my system components, the new Purist 25th Anniversary Silver in bi-wire ... posted over 11 years ago | View comment | |
Albert Porter's SystemEd,I'm at THE Show Newport, sorry for delay. Of course you're welcome any time. posted over 11 years ago | View comment | |
Albert Porter's SystemSystem edited: Deleted cable that supported the Dali Megaline (now sold) and added new cable I installed today that fits new set up with Focal Grande EM posted over 11 years ago | View comment | |
Albert Porter's SystemThanks John, let me know how the testing goes.John Porter arrived late in the night from Tech with his girl. We will be around Memorial weekend with cookout and enjoying the time off. posted over 11 years ago | View comment | |
Albert Porter's SystemI will get to hear the Altars at my friend John's home (Jfrech) sometime soon. Both of us are breaking in new gear and planning to visit each other.I did look at your system, sorry I did no... posted over 11 years ago | View comment | |
Albert Porter's SystemJwmAlbert, beautiful system. Still waiting for updates but I guess you work like the rest of us.Work and due to layout of our home I can put about 10... posted over 11 years ago | View comment | |
Albert Porter's SystemMicrostripDid you look at Paul Stublebine system using the Grande Utopia EM? Paul is a man used to tubes - he is part of the Bottlehead team and owns an active system wit... posted over 11 years ago | View comment | |
Jfrech's systemJohn, the Rockport Altair look beautiful in your space, I prefer their look over the Wilson.I hope we can get together at your place so I can hear them. They were nice at THE Show but condi... posted over 11 years ago | View comment | |
Albert Porter's SystemSwanny76109Hey Albert, the Bel Canto amps do have some grounding requirements but so do Pass Labs amps in terms of referencing a common ground. Before you throw in the towel I su... posted over 11 years ago | View comment | |
Albert Porter's SystemPeterayerAlbert, you could also try a pair of Pass XA60.5. There are the smallest current mono blocks. Then as the speakers break in, you will get a sense of Pass SS Class A ... posted over 11 years ago | View comment | |
Albert Porter's SystemBigampHi Albert. Congratulations on your new additions. What an amazing system.Thank you! I'm eager to get them broken in so I can hear what they are... posted over 11 years ago | View comment | |
Albert Porter's SystemJason,I'm certain that's good advice and I am interested in Class A amplifiers, both tube and solid state. The Newport Audio show is coming up soon, I'm going to look and listen the... posted over 11 years ago | View comment | |
Albert Porter's SystemI wonder what Focal would say about how to use the GEs with an amp with that kind of protective circuit? Its not an uncommon thing, and probably a good feature for most amps othe... posted over 11 years ago | View comment | |
Albert Porter's SystemLloydelee21. The sound stage on my Grande Utopia is huge. I'm grateful since I had grown accustomed to a large presentation from my (previous) line array speakers. Line array can pr... posted over 11 years ago | View comment | |
Albert Porter's SystemThanks Lloydelee21. posted over 11 years ago | View comment | |
Albert Porter's SystemMapmanAlso try staggering turning on each BC by 5-10 seconds. They draw a lot of power when first turned on but its clean sailing from thereI don't t... posted over 11 years ago | View comment | |
Albert Porter's SystemMapmanI doubt its the problem, but check and make sure the xlr/rca input selector switch on the back of the BCs is set properly.DId that, did not wor... posted over 11 years ago | View comment | |
Albert Porter's SystemLloydlee21, maybe I'll get to try a pair of Gryphon with my speakers. As for your dealer, you did not say what the experience was. Perhaps not as good as you hoped due to break in?M... posted over 11 years ago | View comment | |
Albert Porter's SystemI've tried two times now to substitute the Bel Canto Ref 1000 MK2 amps for the VTL 750 and I get no sound.I'm certain have it hooked up correctly, so perhaps it's possible the protection ci... posted over 11 years ago | View comment |