SteVe's VsHi,Thanks Zephyr. I've been having Audiogon problems.The Coda amps are broken in along with the preamp. Doug Schroeder was right on in his Dagogo reveiw of the CS amps.Theie is a synerg... posted about 12 years ago | View comment | |
SteVe's VsSystem edited: Preamp and amplifier upgrade. Pictures to follow. No more Krell. No more ARC! I've found the right combo. CODA CP Preamp, CSX amplifier for high frequencies, CS amplifier for... posted about 12 years ago | View comment | |
SteVe's VsKarsajid,Yes the system is fun to listen to. There is an incompatibility between the Xilica crossover and ARC preamps. The Xilica has a very low impedence the ARC does not like. ARC told me the... posted about 12 years ago | View comment | |
Babybear's SystemThe system looks nice Babybear. Active speakers are the way to go. Those Arrakis look great and must sound "stupid good". My Legacy Helix are powered this way too with an active digital c... posted about 12 years ago | View comment | |
SteVe's VsBarry,I'm using all Coda now. Two Coda CX amps, one CSX and the Coda CP preamp. No more Krell or ARC. Audiogon's new and improved and wonderful SOTA system will not let me edit my system to sho... posted over 12 years ago | View comment | |
The Big RigVery nice system. Could you tell me more about your Promise Pegasus Raid unit? Where can u buy, how hard is it to use and install, and how quiet? Do you have your Mac and Raid in listening room? posted over 12 years ago | View comment | |
SteVe's VsBarrysandy,It seems to be a great crossover. But there is a steep learning curve and I admit I have not fully mastered it. Analog crossovers are much easier to use I think. But the Digital mode... posted over 12 years ago | View comment | |
SteVe's VsRehan,Sorry I did not see your post. There are only 6 bass/midbass traps in the room. The rest are diffusors which are hard surfaces. I do have a few pieces of 1 foot square foam up for the ref... posted over 12 years ago | View comment | |
Music TranscendentWow, what a nice system. Your penchant for customizing all your components with even better parts is much admired. I'll bet it sounds as great as it looks, I owned 3.6s at one time and still love t... posted over 12 years ago | View comment | |
SteVe's VsSounds great. It will be fun. posted over 12 years ago | View comment | |
SteVe's VsHey Zephyr,If you are ever near St. Louis and want to come by for a listen let me know as you'd surely be welcome. I have some additional improvements to post but my system keeps vanishing and ... posted over 12 years ago | View comment | |
SteVe's VsYep, I ordered the upgrade. Can't wait. I'm hoping it sounds great as well. I'll be posting my finds and hope to be in that top first 100. 😊 posted almost 13 years ago | View comment | |
SteVe's VsThanks for looking and the system sounds great too! posted almost 13 years ago | View comment | |
SteVe's VsSystem edited: I wanted to mention the Signal Cable HDMI cable. It really made a nice difference between my PS Audio PWD Nd PWT. Very resolving and musical much enter than PS Audio's silver HDMI ca... posted almost 13 years ago | View comment | |
SteVe's VsHere are some tips on using Signal Cable that I've gotten from Frank, the owner. In general one wants to combine the copper and silver wires in this fashion. Use the Silver Resolution interconnects... posted almost 13 years ago | View comment | |
Scottsmrnyc- Manhattan, NYCVery nice system. Very nice TV and speakers too. I'll bet your system rocks!How do you like the MAC 220 equalizer? Did it make a big difference? I'm thinking of purchasing something like that. posted almost 13 years ago | View comment | |
SteVe's VsLapierre,Thanks for your comments and questions. Actually Krell designed the amps so all the gain and output are the same. Also you can vary the output via the Xilica Digital Crossover. So you ... posted almost 13 years ago | View comment | |
All for the Love of MusicWow, you have a great system too. My best friend, has owned a pair of 20/20s for years. That is why I bought the Helix. You've done a great job assembling your system with a lot of great gear! I he... posted almost 13 years ago | View comment | |
SteVe's VsThat has been the biggest task since I bought the Helix. When I heard them at the factory, they sounded simply incredible. The were the best loud speakers I'd ever heard or owned. (I owned, Dalquis... posted almost 13 years ago | View comment | |
In Progress: High-End ServerVery nice system. I bet the Krell amp and speakers sound great. I can vouch for the PS Audio PWT and bridge, I think they sound great too!Nice room too! posted over 13 years ago | View comment | |
Mac AttackThere is nothing cooler than those blue lights and LEDs on the Mac. Great choice of speakers too! posted over 13 years ago | View comment | |
Jfrech's systemVery nice system. I've never heard the Wilsons but would sure like to audition them someday. Looks like your system has really transformed itself for the better over the years. Congratulations! posted over 13 years ago | View comment | |
Built in budget beaterVery nice. I used to own Levinson amps and Salons too.I think you've got equipment and a room many would envy. posted over 13 years ago | View comment | |
70's Vintage AudioVery nice! I used to sell the Vandersteen 2bs. They are great speakers. They have a very open sound. I bet they sound great in your room. Is the Sansui a tubed reciever? A friend used to own one, a... posted about 14 years ago | View comment | |
Tommorows Legacy, todayWow! Nice looking and I know great sounding system. I"m a great fan of Legacy Speakers too. I think you've put together an incredible system. Rest assured you can't buy a better speaker for th... posted over 14 years ago | View comment |