VAC in BlackSystem edited: Moved from Squeezebox platform to Sonos for wireless access to my music library and music service. Though a bit pricey, Sonos works much better than Squeezebox. posted about 12 years ago | View comment | |
VAC in BlackSamac - in my experience, the Merlins are a more detailed, refined speaker than the Tylers. They are, however, less forgiving than the Tylers and require pairing with good front end equipment, plus... posted almost 15 years ago | View comment | |
VAC in BlackSystem edited: Completely on impulse, I picked up a used VAC Renaissance pre and it's excellent. It lacks the absolute quiet background and clarity of the Dodd, but has exceptional musicality and w... posted over 15 years ago | View comment | |
VAC in BlackSystem edited: Added a Gabriel Gold Raptute between the Dodd and VAC's. Also, added a Ridsge Strett Audio Exousias umbilical to the Opus 21. The hype for both cables is well deserved. I'm very happ... posted over 15 years ago | View comment | |
VAC in BlackA few updates since my last entry. I've added the Scout turntable and musical surroundings battery powered phono pre. Excellent sound, though I'm still trying to determine if I'm a "vinyl guy&... posted over 15 years ago | View comment | |
VAC in BlackSystem edited: In my first significant system shake-up in a few years, I have gone away from an integrated and added VAC Auricle 70/70 Monobloc's and a Dodd battery powered preamp. Still tweaking, ... posted over 16 years ago | View comment | |
VAC in BlackSystem edited: Updated the RA Opus 21 with Reference mods from GNSC. Substantially tighted up the bass and improved dynamics. posted over 16 years ago | View comment | |
Simple Hi-Def HTTlg, to be honest it's hard to say if the Furman provides significant improvement since I really didn't have serious issues before I got it. I bought the unit primarily for surge protection and cab... posted almost 17 years ago | View comment | |
VAC in BlackThanks, Acastano. Yes, I'm running the Squeezebox through the Opus. Sounds great. I am planning to send my Opus for mods later this year. Did you buy yours modded? posted almost 17 years ago | View comment | |
Simple Hi-Def HTThanks, Glen. The mixed fronts and center was not by design, but they work fine together. I've owned the Paradigms for several years and the same model center was not available when I put the rest ... posted almost 17 years ago | View comment | |
Simple Hi-Def HTSystem edited: pics added. Kinda blurry but batteries were almost dead so i couldn't flash. posted almost 17 years ago | View comment | |
VAC in BlackSystem edited: Pics added. posted almost 17 years ago | View comment | |
VAC in BlackSystem edited: After more than a year of no significant changes, I have now added/replaced the following: RA Opus 21 CDP, Merlin TSM-MMe monitor speakers, Martin Logan Dynamo subwoofer and Squeezeb... posted almost 17 years ago | View comment | |
VAC in BlackJakubapi, sorry for the tardy reply. I don't check my system thread much these days. As to the Herbie's dampers, I've used them for so long that I honestly can't remember if I considered them to af... posted over 17 years ago | View comment | |
VAC in BlackAlso, Robm321. I found the Cary considerably better than the Jolida. I used the Jolida with my other current components for about 6 months and feel that I had a good understanding of its characteri... posted about 18 years ago | View comment | |
VAC in BlackGuys, sorry for the tardy replies. I'v been busy and haven't been following too closely lately. Tvad, I had the Soliloquy 5.0 monitors. The millenium tweeter employed in the Tylers is excel... posted about 18 years ago | View comment | |
VAC in BlackSystem edited: Added pics of updated room. New paint and furnishings. Bought an armoire to house my simple system. I like being able to close everything up when not in use. The chair can easily be ... posted over 18 years ago | View comment | |
VAC in BlackSystem edited: Upgraded the AZ Matrix Reference II to the AZ Silver Reference II. So far I like what I hear. The Silver seems a little clearer and less "thick" than the Matrix, which is a plus in m... posted over 18 years ago | View comment | |
VAC in BlackSystem edited: Added dedicated stands for Tyler monitors. posted almost 19 years ago | View comment | |
VAC in BlackSystem edited: Replaced the VH Audio Pulsar with AZ Matrix Reference II. I am frankly shocked at the improvement in clarity, detail and bass response. I'm waiting on Tylers dedicated stands for the... posted almost 19 years ago | View comment | |
VAC in BlackThanks for the compliments. Quite flattering in consideration of the systems you guys are sporting. Ozzy62, the stands I'm currently using are the stands that go with the Soliloquy 5.0's th... posted about 19 years ago | View comment | |
VAC in BlackSystem edited: Replaced Soliloquy monitors with Tyler Taylor Reference Monitor with Millenium Tweeter upgrade. Very nice so far. Added photos. posted about 19 years ago | View comment | |
VAC in BlackSystem edited: Replaced Jolida JD100 CDP with Cary 308T. Although the JD100 is a great player, the synergy between the 308T and the SLI-80 seems much improved. Very happy so far. posted over 19 years ago | View comment | |
VAC in BlackSystem edited: Upgraded from my Jolida 302b to a Cary SLI-80. Also, now using the VH Audio Pulsar IC and added the new VH Audio Airsine PC. I hope to add pictures shortly. posted over 19 years ago | View comment | |
VAC in BlackRene - I am currently using Svetlana El34's , EH12AX7's, and Telefunken 12Au7's. I haven't spent too much time trying other tubes - but hope to experiment more later on. The biggest improvement cam... posted about 20 years ago | View comment |