Jfrech's systemSystem edited: I really made some changes. I added some comments in the system description. I'll post more as things break in. The big sonics changes are in transparency, blackness of background, d... posted over 15 years ago | View comment | |
Jfrech's systemeddiesudz:I think it's time to go buy your wife something VERY nice. Because she is going to have to deal with your Maxx 3's being where they are.My pics aren't lying...My dealer di... posted over 15 years ago | View comment | |
The Concert HallHi Bob,I am curious how much your SRA shelf helped your Grand Prix Monaco table? And in what way? I know the SRA CRAZ rack is pretty great by itself. Did you try any other arm/cartridge com... posted over 15 years ago | View comment | |
No Savings AccountRaul: you bring up a interesting point on the listening chair vs sofa. I think I'll give this a try and move my coach to the side and just try a chair. Might be a good bang for the buck (already ha... posted over 15 years ago | View comment | |
Purity NowHi I am sure this is a great sounding system. Looks are killer and I bet the sound is better. Did you get to run special dedicate ac lines?The matching veneers are really beautiful. I have ... posted over 15 years ago | View comment | |
Time for updatingHevac1, Well I loved my Nagra VPS so much I just bought a Nagra PLL to replace my BAT VK51SE (which I have owned for over 11 years - it started as a 50SE then upgraded). I had to re... posted over 15 years ago | View comment | |
Jfrech's systemHi, yes Casey did. Also he has the Grand Prix Monaco turntable (which is VERY nice also)Pls let me about about April 4th, sound like fun. I'll check out the jam... posted over 15 years ago | View comment | |
Jfrech's systemI have a Ayre KX R and MX R on loan this week end from my dealer in Austin. DAMN .... has good solid state come a LOOOONNNNGGG way. It's been over 10 years since I've had any SS in my vinyl set up.... posted over 15 years ago | View comment | |
The European PerspectiveHi, saw you had your Ref 3 up for sale. Curious at what you're moving to next? Thanks posted over 15 years ago | View comment | |
Albert Porter's SystemHi Albert, I know I need to get up to Dallas soon and you certainly down to Austin!You comment on your 312s arm above. About the micro adjustment the SME arms allow for on cartridge alignme... posted over 15 years ago | View comment | |
Jfrech's systemHi Vito, No I didn't change any of the room treatments from the wp8's to the maxx 3's. I did move them subtly around a little. So no "ceilling" treatment. My image height is stunn... posted over 15 years ago | View comment | |
Jfrech's systemHi Yes, I'll likely go further! Hard to decide and money is a little tight. A 52SE or a REX is certainly one thought. Have considered other preamps like Nagra or maybe Aesthetix. Also maybe a bette... posted over 15 years ago | View comment | |
Jfrech's systemHi, like way more transparent, not just a little. Transparency in spades but with beauty at the same time.Honestly I'd compare the maxx 3's closer to the Alexandria series 1 than the previo... posted over 15 years ago | View comment | |
Building around Wilson AlexandriaHi I have to 2nd the Purist burn in disc. It's done wonders for my new maxx 3's. I still think they are changing some ever after 60 day now...I run the burn in disc via the procedure, low v... posted over 15 years ago | View comment | |
Jfrech's systemYes, on Ne Plus Ultra. The owner, Casey, is wonderful, a musician, he knows what hi fi should sound like. And he's just a great person. posted over 15 years ago | View comment | |
The Concert HallHi, just sent you a email. Great system (s) !! Love the reference room. Out of curiousity, did you try anything besides the Grand Prix turntable or was it love at first listen?Thanks ! posted over 15 years ago | View comment | |
Just Play MusicVery nice system. Congratulations. I agree on the bass traps. Ever try sticking a sofa pillow in your cieling corners behind you WP8's? If the experiment helps, maybe try something more for... posted almost 16 years ago | View comment | |
Simple yet sweet 2 channelShadorne: you sure about that? maybe it eat's up floor resonance?Bkeane: congrats a very beautiful system! posted almost 16 years ago | View comment | |
Jfrech's systemSystem edited: Sys edit: Added a Nagra VFS under my Nagra VPS. More of everything on the VPS. Transparency, focus resolution. Nice tweek. Beat the Finite Element Cerapucs by a good amount. I do lov... posted almost 16 years ago | View comment | |
Jfrech's systemHi Gail, I think the Maxx 3's are still breaking in. It's more subtle now...but easing, more relaxing, resolution increasing. They are more than I expected/hoped for at this point. Incredible upgra... posted almost 16 years ago | View comment | |
Building around Wilson AlexandriaHi Brian, where in Tx are you? I'm in Austin...I'd love to hear your set up, even with SS :)...I have never heard Boulder equipment and I'm guessing Wilson's with top notch ss (like yours) ... posted almost 16 years ago | View comment | |
Building around Wilson AlexandriaBrian is likely in a state of awe currently. Maybe he'll report back to us in a few days :) posted almost 16 years ago | View comment | |
Jfrech's systemHi Tom, thanks so much, I hope that shiny new cd player is sounding amazing for you!Gayle: They made a nice change after about 24 hours, then maybe another move after about 100 hours. I am ... posted almost 16 years ago | View comment | |
Building around Wilson AlexandriaBflowers: I am so jeolous :). 2 weeks ago I upgraded from maxx 2's to maxx 3's. I know you're in for a bigger change! If my experience is any leading indicator, it's a dramatic improvement in every... posted almost 16 years ago | View comment | |
Doctor's Rx-Wilson X-2, Lamm, PDS MPS5I'd love to hear your set up one day. Congrats on a great system !I recently upgraded my Maxx 2's to 3's. Dealer installed them last week, so they still have some breakin time. Are ... posted almost 16 years ago | View comment |