Jfrech's systemIt's interesting that that hum from the amps' transformers traveled through the uprights supporting the top shelf and then through the shelf and up into the turntable. Then the TT allows that to go... posted over 15 years ago | View comment | |
Jfrech's systemIt's always great to hear a drop in the noise floor. Why do you think that happened when you moved the amps? What are they on now? The system must sound great. Congratulations. posted over 15 years ago | View comment | |
analogue and diamondsThat's too bad. My SME10 platter is the same size as the LP, so that is not a potential problem for me, but it is for 20/30 owners. Sorry. posted over 15 years ago | View comment | |
Albert Porter's SystemJarrett,I heard both of these cartridges in similar Reed arms on Steve Dobbin's new TT "The Beat" at this years RMAF. Steve played my 45RPM copy of "This One's for Blanton&qu... posted over 15 years ago | View comment | |
The Toy RoomNice looking system. Could you describe the sonics of the Pass XP-15. I have the Xono and am considering an upgrade. Thanks. posted over 15 years ago | View comment | |
analogue and diamondsAre you ready to share your impressions of the new SME20/3? Congratulations. posted over 15 years ago | View comment | |
My SanctuaryWslam,I own your former XA160.5 (with Magico Mini II's) and have heard the Solution 710 with Magico M5's. Could you describe the differences you hear between the Solution and Pass amps? Also, h... posted over 15 years ago | View comment | |
Sublime SoundThanks Mapman,After hearing many systems, some good, some less so, I began to appreciate the importance of the room/speaker interface. I believe that the Mini II's work well in my small roo... posted over 15 years ago | View comment | |
Purity NowThanks Rtn1. There is nothing like live orchestral music to compare one's system's quality to. I don't doubt your estimate as to it's ability to sound real. I started a thread on this very topic in... posted over 15 years ago | View comment | |
Purity NowRtn1,I've enjoyed reading about your system and especially those new amps as I own the XA160.5. I think the new Pass gear is really special.Your sentence "It's taking my system... posted over 15 years ago | View comment | |
Parmenter SoundJason,I have an SME V arm and am considering one of the new 12" arms. Have you heard the SME V-12 or 312S arms and compared them to your M2 12-R? Thanks. posted over 15 years ago | View comment | |
Sublime SoundHello Txp1,I have never placed anything in front of my fireplace. I remove the screen for serious listening and have made sure that the speakers are well in front of the fireplace projection. T... posted over 15 years ago | View comment | |
My SanctuaryWslam,Did you replace you Pass amps with CAT? How do they compare? posted over 15 years ago | View comment | |
Jfrech's systemHi John, no new cartridge just yet. I will be going to RMAF and hope to hear cartridges, the Reed and Talea arms and maybe some tables. Arm wires to the phono and internal wires are also considerat... posted over 15 years ago | View comment | |
Jfrech's systemHi John,Congratulations on the Monks machine. It looks awesome. I love the color. I have a Loricraft PRC-4 and I agree with your assessment about these versus the VPI 16.5. I had one and th... posted almost 16 years ago | View comment | |
Sublime SoundThank you Bvdiman,I can report that after several months of small, incremental speaker and listening seat movements, not being quite satisfied, and many critical listening sessions, I have ... posted almost 16 years ago | View comment | |
My SanctuaryCongratulations on the new Pass amps. Could you describe how the Pass differs from the DartZeel with the Mini's and did you listen to other amps with the Mini's before deciding on the XA160.5's? I ... posted almost 16 years ago | View comment | |
My SanctuaryWslam,I've admired your system for some time now. I recently bought a pair of Magico Mini II's. I removed the vinyl sliders I had under the cones in the base which helped me move the speakers u... posted about 16 years ago | View comment | |
TAD Atma-sphere TTWeights SoundsmithNice system Emailists. Could you describe the effect of the Halcyonics platform on your turntable? Thanks. posted about 16 years ago | View comment | |
Sublime SoundSystem edited: I've just updated my system page to include new photos and equipment upgrades. posted about 16 years ago | View comment | |
Sublime SoundHello Mitch. I did like my X1 very much. It replaced a Pass Aleph P. It was more transparent, quieter and extended. The new XP-20 is all of that but more. It just disappears from the system. It is ... posted over 16 years ago | View comment | |
Sublime SoundThanks guys. Unfortunately, because this is not a dedicated room, there are some issues with standing waves and proximity of equipment. How much it effects the overall sound, I don't really know. T... posted over 16 years ago | View comment | |
My SanctuaryWonderful new room, Wslam. It must sound fantastic. Could you post a description on how the new room sounds compared to the old one and a bit about your experience with Rives?I've followed your man... posted almost 17 years ago | View comment | |
Axel's systemCongratulations Axel. Thanks for posting some pictures. As you know, I'm an SME and Pass Labs fan. I like your tt wall shelf and rack. Beautiful work. I'm not familiar with your speakers, but I've ... posted almost 17 years ago | View comment | |
Jfrech's systemThanks Jfrech.I appreciate the desriptions. The impact/dynamics that you like with the Monaco/TriPlanar are precisely what I find missing in my system. Perhaps that is your new front end, but I... posted about 17 years ago | View comment |