Getting betterEdited to replace Arcam cd player with Cambridge Audio. I made that switch 5 or 6 years ago, but never got around to updating this page. The reason for making the switch is that an Arcam dealer i... posted over 8 years ago | View comment | |
Getting betterSystem edited: Had to ditch my analog toys when I move to Hawaii. Total bummer, but I did not trust the moving company, even with my supervision, to get things here in one piece. I might add analog... posted over 15 years ago | View comment | |
Getting betterMakes perfect sense! That's wonderful. posted over 17 years ago | View comment | |
Getting betterThanks! I love it. My only complaint, if I can call it that, is the way the Cabasse reproduce the highest octaves on piano. I've swapped out various components, and cables, so it is the speakers. T... posted over 17 years ago | View comment | |
Getting betterMitch2... well, that's quite a set of great questions you have! I'll do my best. Yes, there is more clarity with Gregg's cables and have more depth than with the AZ. My system tends to be a... posted about 21 years ago | View comment | |
Getting betterYikes...never responded to you, Katzs02! Sorry! The AZ were a little too dark and muted for my taste. Gregg Straley's DIY cables breathed new life and clarity into the system. posted over 21 years ago | View comment | |
Getting betterSystem edited: Took out some things (AZ Matrix Ref. II interconnects) and added some of Gregg Straley's ICs and speaker cables. Noticeable improvement in clarity! More snap. posted about 22 years ago | View comment | |
Audiophilia nerviosoYou happy with the Kimber Monocles and the Plinius? I have a Plinius integrated (8200 mkII) going into Cabasse Farella speakers. The pairing is on the "dark side" and I'm looking to breat... posted about 22 years ago | View comment | |
Getting betterI like the Arcam a lot. It's hard to pinpoint precisely what I like about it, but compared to the NAD players I've had in the past, the Arcam is more open. It has a bigger soundstage, more clear ba... posted over 22 years ago | View comment | |
Getting betterYes, Eldragon, they are nice! OK, I'll check out the Skiffs for sale! What are you using at the moment? posted over 22 years ago | View comment | |
Getting betterSystem edited: Got rid of the old (1987) Cabasse and replaced them with the Cabasse Farellas. Nice addition! Any suggestions on cabling? posted over 22 years ago | View comment | |
Getting betterSystem edited: Just got a pair of AZ Matrix Reference II ICs. Now, need to figure out where they would work best! Who will be left standing when it's all said and done?! posted almost 23 years ago | View comment | |
Getting betterSystem edited: Just replaced the Goldring Excel VX (medium-output) with a Linn Arkiv (low-output) MC cartridge. This is a huge improvement! Much improved sound stage, greater detail, more authorita... posted about 23 years ago | View comment | |
Getting betterSystem edited: Replaced the NAD 521i cd player with the Arcam Alpha 9. What an improvement! posted about 23 years ago | View comment | |
Getting betterSystem edited: Just added Acoustic Zen Tsunami power cord. posted about 23 years ago | View comment | |
Getting betterSystem edited: Sold the EAR 834P phono stage and have added Synergistic Research silver speaker cables. The speaker cable is temporary until my AudioQuest Argents arrive. Any suggestions on power c... posted about 23 years ago | View comment | |
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