TIDAL WaveI can't but wonder whether you have enough space for both brain and system ... ie, it's a rather intimate setup for speakers and amps that would seem to want a much greater area for full bloom, tho... posted over 13 years ago | View comment | |
CuongPham's SystemsI too am overwhelmed by what I see in your pics and by what you list as your system options. I'm not even sure how a person should respond, but I would have one overriding issue, though this is a w... posted almost 14 years ago | View comment | |
Vishal's Listening RoomHi, Vishal ... not sure, but I'd think the halogen would introduce line noise ... I love the simplicity of your system, and especially the speakers, ... keep it this way so you can concentrate on t... posted over 16 years ago | View comment | |
Vishal's Listening RoomYour Duevels look wonderful and if they sound as good as they look, then you should be very pleased. I'd suspect that you had owned directional speakers before the Duevels, so what is your reaction... posted almost 17 years ago | View comment | |
Cabasse + Chord Electronics + NordostThe Cabasse speakers are stunning ... pure artistry, and so very beyond the standard box posted almost 17 years ago | View comment | |
TIDAL WaveMveloo ... you should be hearing some very fine music, but I do want you to establish a dedicated listening space ... no matter, I love the Kharmas and Wavacs posted almost 17 years ago | View comment | |
Darell's New rigDarrell, isn't the TRV35SE an integrated rather than a pre? In any event, what are your thoughts on the Triode line? posted over 17 years ago | View comment | |
My still evolving systemHollyYou've put together some very good equipment, so give your system some extended listening/enjoyment without convincing yourself that it could be better yet if only you'd keep tweaking, rep... posted about 18 years ago | View comment | |
current state of artHi, Ajahu ... Too many threads to read, so I may bore you with a repeat ... but what kind of library are you housing? Literature and some kind of clinical work? It's always a pleasure to have a ded... posted over 18 years ago | View comment | |
Currently...Big old space for music ... can't but love it! Room for everything and everyone ... to breathe. Nice pics, really nice musical experiences ... can't help but be true! posted over 18 years ago | View comment | |
Gopher's low powered paradiseGopher,What can you say about the Berendsen player? Even if you no longer have it, I'd be interested in your comments.Thanks, Arkprof posted over 18 years ago | View comment | |
My still evolving systemHolly,Still using the Abbys? Now using mine with an Almarro A318B. I've had lots of different speakers, but I don't see myself replacing the Abbys unless I decide to return to monitors at some ... posted over 18 years ago | View comment | |
my systemHi, NocturnI really like your audio system ... looks clean and unpretentious, kind of minimalist, not blown out of sensible proportion, but you've got one heck of a system in place and I know i... posted over 18 years ago | View comment | |
American electronics with Prestige Tannoy speakersYou're right ... that Aleph 30 is a tremendous amp for very little money. Happy listening ... ¿el duende de Lorca? posted over 18 years ago | View comment | |
My trip engineThis thing about "so far I love my system" worries me, and I love to worry about stuff! Hey, you should be enjoying every second with the system you've got, as it can't help but sound won... posted almost 19 years ago | View comment | |
MinimaxiAce, I've never heard the Matrix 800s, but I remain intrigued. Seems like a small room for a B&W, maybe especially for that speaker, so what were they like and were you able to enjoy all that they ... posted almost 19 years ago | View comment | |
First HiFi System (suggestions welcome)I don't know the Omega speakers, but the driver looks like a Fostex. What is the sensitivity rating? Is it a veneer or a vinyl? Either way, I like what I see. They should work well with the Sophia,... posted almost 19 years ago | View comment | |
Senior-ItisChucki ... I'm entirely surprised that the Speltz cables are doing it for you, as I've others have opted for them over many other cables. I've wanted to give them a try, especially since they don't... posted almost 19 years ago | View comment | |
Tight Quarters v2DJ ... yes, the Taylos really are great monitors, as are the Linbrooks. I guess there is always an urge to upgrade or try something else, of course. Regarding the UR Unicos, I've only read positive... posted almost 19 years ago | View comment | |
Senior-ItisWhat other speaker cables have you used in your system? You should be quite pleased with the music you're hearing, and wondered if you've been sampling other cables, especially since you're combini... posted almost 19 years ago | View comment | |
Tight Quarters v2Several years back I owned walnut Taylo monitors w/outboard x-overs, and I loved them totally, but wanted more bass so I added a Taylo sub. I used the sub most of the time, but I actually preferred... posted almost 19 years ago | View comment | |
My still evolving systemHolly,Well, not to worry, for sometimes we truly need music, but other times only visuals will do the trick. While I may be wrong, I can't help but think that the Abbys will sound better wi... posted almost 19 years ago | View comment | |
My still evolving systemI think the Abbys and Sophia should sound great together, as you seem to suggest, so maybe just enjoy everything?!? The Sophias are dead-quiet, probably around -95 dB s/n, and PLENTY of nice power ... posted about 19 years ago | View comment | |
The Music RoomI'm thinking that I'd like to sit at one of your café tables, have a nice wine, maybe hope for some good eats, and simply enjoy whatever music you might throw my way. Ambience ... should be a great... posted about 19 years ago | View comment | |
The Concert HallCincyBob: Very happy to read how you understand music enjoyment ... kind of a big, elaborate, shared experience that simply defies a one- or two-seat listening option. If someone likes the isolatio... posted about 19 years ago | View comment |