Jazdoc's "Not Off The Rack" SystemZephyr24069 --Thanks for the kind words. Feel free to PM if you like anything I listed.Just dropped by your system page. I'm always admired the Esoteric gear but have never had the ... posted over 14 years ago | View comment | |
Jazdoc's "Not Off The Rack" SystemSmortega,Just visited your system page...WOW, what a beautiful space. I'm sure everything sounds terrific and it's a great way to unwind. I agree with you in wishing folks would post more a... posted over 14 years ago | View comment | |
Jazdoc's "Not Off The Rack" SystemThanks Mike!Here are my favorite 2011 Jazz Releases:Patti Ascher "Bossa, Jazz 'n Samba"One of my new favorites.Pablo Aslan "Piazzolla In Brooklyn" posted over 14 years ago | View comment | |
Jazdoc's "Not Off The Rack" SystemHere were my favorite pop/alternative 2011 releases:Atlas Sound - "Parallax"Bradford Cox's solo vehicle which builds on Deerhunter's excellent 2010 release "Halcyon Diges... posted over 14 years ago | View comment | |
Albert Porter's System"Mike's system is tweaked to the max" Now that's an understatement ;-). Albert, you have an open invitation when you find yourself in the Seattle area. Mike works nearby, so we of... posted over 14 years ago | View comment | |
Albert Porter's SystemThanks Albert. I had a similar experience recently. Jeffrey Jackson and I schleped 200# of Experience Music preamp out to Mike's barn. I was expecting something really special. For whatever reason,... posted over 14 years ago | View comment | |
Jazdoc's "Not Off The Rack" SystemMbump --Great system. I'll be the SimMoon electronics sound great with the Athenas. Please feel free to contact me if you ever visit the Pacific NW.Best posted over 14 years ago | View comment | |
Albert Porter's SystemAlbert,Thanks for posting more detailed impressions. Very helpful, especially the comparisons. Your candor is appreciated and helps everyone learn. I don't doubt what you were heari... posted over 14 years ago | View comment | |
Jazdoc's "Not Off The Rack" SystemDon't you love unexpected musical discoveries? I received the 4 LP Mosaic Set of Stan Getz's "1953-1954 Clef/Norgran Studio Recordings" for Xmas. As a Stan Getz fan, I knew it would be sp... posted over 14 years ago | View comment | |
Albert Porter's SystemAlbert, I'll take the bait...I don't own an A90, so no dog in this (impending) fight. I have heard it in numerous systems, and while not my absolute favorite cartridge, I still consider it excellen... posted over 14 years ago | View comment | |
Jazdoc's "Not Off The Rack" SystemJfrech,Thanks. I started collecting LP's when I bought "Elton John's Greatest Hits" for my 10th birthday and never stopped. Kept collecting through the dark days of digital, but r... posted over 14 years ago | View comment | |
Jazdoc's "Not Off The Rack" SystemSaletric -- Thanks! I've enjoyed watching your system evolve. posted over 14 years ago | View comment | |
Jazdoc's "Not Off The Rack" SystemEveryone, thanks for the kind words. The Experience Music gear is terrific. If you are interested, Jeffrey has a traveling piece of gear for in home demos. Although it doesn't use the premi... posted over 14 years ago | View comment | |
Mike Lavigne's System"and my wife says i'm done. :^)"Wanna wager a nice bottle of Scotch on that? ;-) posted over 14 years ago | View comment | |
A Slice Of Heaven...I just received an SRA Scuttle rack which replaced the discontinued EquaRack product. Honestly, I primarily purchased primarily for aesthetics and convenience but have been pleasantly surprised by ... posted over 14 years ago | View comment | |
Mike Lavigne's SystemNot much to add regarding the Telos...this one you really gotta hear for yourself. Hard to describe without seeming like a syncophant. I agree that this has made me completely reconsider the Linn h... posted over 14 years ago | View comment | |
Jazz Lover's Vinyl SystemTerrific! posted over 14 years ago | View comment | |
Mike Lavigne's SystemI've demo'd the Found Music 45 amp in my system and it is quite special. Can't wait to hear what your 2a3 sounds like! posted about 15 years ago | View comment | |
Mike Lavigne's System"i've never rolled tubes before."Welcome to the dark side young Skywalker... posted over 15 years ago | View comment | |
Single Ended JourneyCongratulations on the TT upgrade. The Gavia platter makes a big difference. Enjoy! posted over 15 years ago | View comment | |
Kenny's SystemIf you are interested in visiting the Pacific NW for a Ulysses demo let me know. We also have a local Devore dealer. Good luck! posted over 15 years ago | View comment | |
Kenny's SystemGreat system and beautiful stand.If you liked the Daedalus and Audiokinesis you might be interested in the Devore Fidelity speakers. posted over 15 years ago | View comment | |
The Vintage Altec Marantz system...Awesome! posted over 15 years ago | View comment | |
Mike Lavigne's SystemDamien Jurado - Saint Bartlett'sMenomena - MinesThe Bad Plus - Never Stop (great music, so-so vinyl)The National - High VioletPeter Wolf - Midnight SouvenirsThe CD was Phosp... posted over 15 years ago | View comment | |
Mike Lavigne's SystemI went out to Mike's last night to validate his findings. Mind you this was for pure research purposes, after all I'm an altruist :^). We played a variety of music, primarily vinyl. And yes, the ro... posted over 15 years ago | View comment |