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Have you listened to PD-505T?

yes The Transport does not have a DAC But WHY??

Many people seem to miss that just because new technology comes along, even something better, it doesn't mean that the old suddenly works worse than it ever did.

Gettin "back" into needles. I might split with $400 for a Grado....some day. In the meantime my 95E makes me happy. I will be trying other versions of the 95E. Nice reproduction at a fantastic price. I get it, it's not a giant, but it's something I can afford! Thanx Steve!

Hey Steve, love your vids. If you dig the ATC 50s, should give the Ocean Way HR 3.5's a try as a point of comparison to the ATCs. They're (also) studio-oriented but the low end is unbelievably tight and satisfying for any listener. I love ATCs, but I must say Ocean Way is something else entirely. Just my opinion! Thanks for the content!

We all love and miss Charlie dearly, but the fact that he chose his own replacement shorty before his passing, and the surviving active members sanctioned that choice is a clear signal that the band should continue. I haven’t even mentioned the obvious as well: the public obviously want the Stones to continue, not only for the music, but the fact that there is a sense of security that in this fast-paced world of constant change, the steady drumbeat of the stones playing in some corner of the world, gives people a sense of security and solidarity that they may not admit to needing. 🎶❤️🎶

The Zu's just got demolished by Danny with GR Research.

Back in the 70’s I drooled over 901’s at the local stereo shop. They had a spatial sound no other speaker could match.

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How do you compare this to Fortes or Zu dirty weekend?

Inferior to high def streaming. Not worth the cost.

Hi Steve, it was a wonderful review for all those high end superb quality class D amps... Should you hv opinion on now a days cheaper but good sounding Fosi, Aiyima products... Thanks

I tried to replicate this using the 321C driver. Unfortunately, the eBay seller had no idea what they had and I ended up buying the JBL 2152H drivers. They refunded most of my money but now I have two coax drivers that can't be disassembled and have completely different specs than either the 321 or the 328. I guess I'll peter around with them and see what I can make. I would be curious to hear a set of Artbooks with upgraded crossovers. They really didn't put much money into the crossover components but I suppose the effect might be negligible.

I think what you are describing as your response to “near field” listening may be the result of a couple of things. First, when you double the distance from the speaker its output drops 6dB, which is significant. So, you need to put more power into the speaker, which increase distortion because now the drivers have to physically move a lot further to achieve the same loudness. Secondly, by having the speakers so close and perhaps best if basically in the middle of the room, drastically decreases the arrival of reflective sound. When I had original Beveridge speakers (one way electrostatics) Roger Modjecki told me to make sure I had a minimum of 6 feet from the edge of cabinet to the “back” wall so the reflected sounds arrived late enough that my brain could differentiate between primary vs secondary sounds. I agree I’ve listened to my 755as about 3 feet away and at least 10 feet from any wall resulted in incredible sense of depth and specificity of the sound stage was nuts, plus the speaker didn’t move much and little real power was required, just have to understand that 8 watts was their max, and that’s really the peak limit for clarity, and should be a whole lot less.

Hahaha! I Just *GOT* Thomas&Stereo's title for his review of the Musical Paradise MP701mk2 tube and capacitor rolling preamp: "It's like 5 preamps in one"😅 Actually in the review he expands that to 100+ preamps in one. So many ways to roll your own sound... Loving mine! But it is single-ended🤔 So, as a reference point I've added the DENAFRIPS Hestia12th balanced preamp between the Ares12th and Bryston amp. All balanced. Honestly, i could live with the above Clear, open, full bodied & snappy presentation..... But then theres the allure of what Anthony Michaelson (Musical Fidelity) called: "The ineffable Magic of valves"... Its good to have both options. Good idea Schït. Just got there by a different route (and avoided that awful name;-) 🎵🎶😁🎶🎵

Not true its elevating the sub not on floor but up somewhere like on a stand and watch a difference this wil make

Is your excitement coming from the Resulting Sound, OR from Rediscovering the Tinkering Possibilities?

Why do I sound better when I sing in the bathroom then.

A few years ago I bought a Project RS2 T and coupled it with a high-quality DAC (AudioOptimum NOS-DAC). For 14 years I listened to ripped CDs on a high-quality solution, but I had long been gnawing at doubts as to whether this was the end of the line. I started with an Audiolab CDT 6000, which, with the right environment and high-quality cabling, was able to top my previous solution. For comparison, I had a Bluray player that sounded terrible under the same conditions. Then the opportunity arose for a used RS2 T and even cold out of the box, the differences were immense. A new power supply followed, a different puck, a few attempts with feet and fuses in the power supply. Although I have been doing this hobby for almost 50 years, I am always amazed at my system. Last year I had the opportunity to listen to much more expensive systems with record players and streaming in a private setting. For me, I'll stick with CD. With vinyl, the crackling bothers me and I have to turn the record over every 20 minutes. Streaming is OK, but to me it sounds much less organic than CD. You'd probably have to put in a lot more effort to get the sound close to the good old CD. Fascinating video, thank you Steve.

Please Help Me? Is there a mathematical equation to determine the power output required to drive 4 ohm Speakers with an 8 ohm (native) Receiver/Amp? I'm quite frustrated. Thank you for your time. Cheers...

£2.5k and it comes with a crappy remote that looks as if it has been repurposed from something else? They're having a laugh Steve.

Hmmm...I feel like Charlie Brown at school.

Steve, so good to see you take these on! You now owe it to yourself to try a pair of locally made Omega Loudspeakers.

Physical media will become more popular with increasing streamflation.

They are all snake oil addicts. Except the concert guy

Is it worth it to get the superfly or premium package?

It doesn’t have pre outs.

To play CDs I have 2 options hooked up. First is the a cheap Phillips blu ray player that outputs digital to Yamaha receiver. Only downfall is the TV has to be on to make it work. Second option is to play my old Luxman cd player from early 90s (I believe) which is made by Teac I believe. Bought it because of the extended warranty of something like 5 years. It's still going. I was only getting a few years out of my Yamaha CD players at the time. It sounds fine to me.

I have only recently been listening to a really nice system on a day when my friend wanted to change and test power cabled. The changes were not subtle. My jaw hit tue flor on one swap specifically. His system went from clear bright to muttled, slightly muted to clearer then the middle cable but with snappy bass. I was convinced he was changing more than the power cables. Same colume same everthing, huge differences. It really depends on the system. The difference is REAL.

We have a pair of altec mangnificants - A7s for the home. They are wonderful with low-level tube amps with presence and midrange to die for. I will never sell them.

This guy is a gifted sound and structural engineer, genius. I am glad you posted this.

Long live the CD. My only play back system. Looking forward to the review of the Maggies .7 X speaker.

Steve !- you’re comparing these players on board (Oppo)or out board (Teach) DACs ~are you not ? I’m not nitpicking your efforts, just asking for clarification .

Rule #10 is the most important. I just picked up The Beatles Singles Collection set of 45s. These were never pressed for audiophiles but for teenagers to be played on their 'crappy' portable turntables. I'm 70 now and they sound just like I remembered. Incredible. I have other pressings of the songs on different LPs with different mixes and those are for audiophiles. Thanks for the video, Steve. Subscribed.

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For heaven's sake, Guttenberg, not only are you costing me a fortune, but you are risking marital disharmony in my home! So, I had to get one of these transformers, and you are absolutely correct - the difference is amazing. I tried with both a Quintet Bronze and the SPU #1E cart that I also bought on your recommendation, and both sound absolutely superb. Given the incredible difference they make, I am surprised that these transformers have such a relatively low profile in the audiophile world. So, another point for the Audiophiliac - thank you! The only thing I haven't been able to make work for me, that I can hear, is high-end cables. I tried again when I was rewiring for the transformer, and I just can't hear any difference between some fairly pricey phono to amp cables and some mid-range ones. My poor hearing may just save my marriage!

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I took this a huge step further with four 15" speakers and a trio of compression driver horns on each side. The music sounds as live as live can sound ! It takes time to dial in the horns so that they sound natural and without the claimed harshness, but once everything is right, it is pure MAGIC !! My audio journey is in its 53rd year.

I’m reading very nice things about this small 91 dB Poland brand . Have you hear them? Thank you Jose

I greatly enjoyed this episode, so thanks! I would like to know whether you have ever reached out to John Curl, the designer of that Parasound pre. Some of us would like to hear what he, the designer, might have to offer.

I'm playing the TEAC VRDS-701 Cd Player / DAC / Preamp directly into the 701 Power Amplifier, it's pretty special!

If a speaker sounds great at low volume, it's a good speaker.

Picked up an Oracle CD2500 MKIV. Expensive as hell but it's got the same polished/lacquered machined block of aluminum floating frame/suspension system as the Delphi MKVII turntable (got one of those too), separate polished/lacquered control system/DAC (DAC can be bypassed if using an external unit), CD vibration damping/clamp system and a huge/heavy separate power supply. SDIF outputs plus balanced analog out puts. Not only beautiful sounding but also, as usual with Oracle Audio, visually absolutely stunning. There's nothing in the world like this piece of art work. (be prepared to shell out $20K Canadian)

The dealers began hating th 901s when they realized how much better they sounded than the high priced spread. They were losing sales of expensive speakers by the dozens and were pissed. They had to start badmouthing them if they were to survive.

Is a belt drive turntable and a tonearm with a removable head shell mutually exclusive?

Steve, Awesome channel! I'm just getting back into a home audio system since the late 70's! Could you or anybody more knowledgeable than me recommend a system for around $2500-$3000? Fav old albums are Steeley Dan Aja, Elton John Captain fantastic, any Pink FLoyd etc

Why not SOTA!

This is my brain candy after work, but you've go to de clutter your pad. For example, keep three headphones and auction the rest with proceeds to a children's hospital.

I have a Klipsch 11 channel system. Would these be better as a side surrounds over the rp502 s? I just don’t like the bi directional aspect of the 502 s.