WATT-Puppy-Joule TherapyZippy it was with a different CDP and preamp that were much more forward(bright), not a good match with the Sophias. I was a little surprised at the time too!!! I don't think the current system wou... posted over 16 years ago | View comment | |
WATT-Puppy-Joule TherapySo it seemed at the time. Why the snide remark about the cost? posted over 16 years ago | View comment | |
WATT-Puppy-Joule TherapySam thanks! I recently (two days ago) changed preamp, phono and amps. I upgraded to the Joule VZN 160 MK V Musicwood amps and Joule LAP 150 MKll pre/phono. So far, everything is still settling in, ... posted over 16 years ago | View comment | |
Tpsonics' system:Living for the MusicHi I'm checking AgoN enjoying my GamuT CD3 something I hadn't done in awhile due to my getting a new vinyl rig, This is the first day of CDs only in months, I'd forgotten how enjoyable digital can ... posted over 16 years ago | View comment | |
I'm a Basket CaseThank you for a wonderful start to the day!Three pieces have inspired contemplation through your interpretation/photography. Square Basket A technical masterpiece loaded with the energy... posted over 16 years ago | View comment | |
WATT-Puppy-Joule TherapyWilson Sophia 1 with Pass XOno I consider myself lucky to be at 475 ohms!!!! I'm wanting to audition an EAR 88PB which I'm hoping may be a good choice with the Wilsons. posted over 16 years ago | View comment | |
WATT-Puppy-Joule TherapyHello David,Thank you for taking the time to share your experience!!! It became immediately apparent how slow and congested 30 ohms sounded!!! I tried 1K but just couldn't get a sound I lik... posted over 16 years ago | View comment | |
WATT-Puppy-Joule TherapyHi David,Thanks for the recommendations; I'll try the settings this week and post my findings. BTW as a common reference point I also thought the V-4's had a great sound and at their price ... posted over 16 years ago | View comment | |
WATT-Puppy-Joule TherapyTrying Koetsu recommended 30ohm impedance (29.96 in the XOno) and a VTF of 1.869 with very good results.It was necessary to increase VTA when impedance was lowered to tightened up the base and exte... posted over 16 years ago | View comment | |
Musical Joy - Money PitShaneThe XOno is a fantastic tool for experiencing fine differences in cartridge loading and/or small VTA adjustments, next week I'll add different VTF's into the mix!! I started with low g... posted over 16 years ago | View comment | |
Musical Joy - Money PitWell I did a 180* and bought a Pass XOno!!!!! I was having a tough time with noisy tubes and just pulled the trigger!! Reading all the AA posts since 2003 I think you were correct, one hears their ... posted over 16 years ago | View comment | |
WATT-Puppy-Joule TherapySystem edited: Added Pass XONO phono !!! Started at 100 ohms and low gain then reset to 89.19ohms which so far I like better with the Urushi. Tomorrow I'll try lower settings and find out how low i... posted over 16 years ago | View comment | |
WATT-Puppy-Joule TherapySwitched the Purist PP and Cardas GR I/C's positions. The Purist now runs from the phono to the preamp and the Cardas from the CDP to the preamp. The Purist seemed a little more forward with more d... posted over 16 years ago | View comment | |
Musical Joy - Money PitThank you for the response and thanks! I'm thinking I need to have tubes in the PS for that last bit of '"warmth" that I think is necessary for a "lovely" timbre that I'm no... posted over 16 years ago | View comment | |
Musical Joy - Money PitThank you for the response and thanks! I'm thinking I need to have tubes in the PS for that last bit of '"warmth" that I think is necessary for a "lovely" timbre that I'm no... posted over 16 years ago | View comment | |
Musical Joy - Money PitWonderful system!!!I read you tried the Ear 88PB and liked it, I'm looking for one but still wonder how much inner detail and hi and low end extension it has. Your list of phono pre's was very ... posted over 16 years ago | View comment | |
WATT-Puppy-Joule TherapySystem edited: Mounted a Koetsu Urushi Black this afternoon on the Vector 3 arm!!! It's very different from the Rosewood much more inner detail with a tighter low end and a more extended high end. ... posted over 16 years ago | View comment | |
WATT-Puppy-Joule TherapySystem edited: Added a VPI SDS and will test it out tomorrow!!! Still looking for a phono, so far the Ear88pb is #1 but still haven't completely ruled out hybrid or SS. posted over 16 years ago | View comment | |
WATT-Puppy-Joule TherapyPapermill thanks! It's been moving along with some degree of direction but now the Pandora's Box of vinyl presents so many directions/choices, there's just so much to learn. The quality of sound is... posted over 16 years ago | View comment | |
WATT-Puppy-Joule TherapyC.... thanks! I'm considering Nagra VPS, CJ TEA-1.., Manley Steelhead and ??????? I checked in your threads and saw you have ARC Ref3, Ref110 and CD-7. My novice advice to you has changed. I th... posted over 16 years ago | View comment | |
WATT-Puppy-Joule TherapySystem edited: Decided to keep the Basis and the Koetsu Rosewood. I will add a tube phono next then.......? It's exciting how dramatic the improvements are when upgrading the TT and cartridge, much... posted over 16 years ago | View comment | |
WATT-Puppy-Joule TherapyAuditioning a Basis 2500 TT with Koetsu Rosewood cartridge. The improvement is beautiful and very impressive! I wanted to pair the Basis with the Nova Phonomena to hear what the Nova is capable of ... posted over 16 years ago | View comment | |
WATT-Puppy-Joule TherapyBobheinatzThank you for the kind words!Sorry for the delayed response I've been on a cruise.I've wanted to hear the LA 300 SE but haven't yet, are you using this with the Air Tight ... posted over 16 years ago | View comment | |
WATT-Puppy-Joule TherapyLloyd is your rack similar to this?System > Done for now > Justice posted over 16 years ago | View comment | |
WATT-Puppy-Joule TherapyWhen you say the Act2 Scene 2 is better in every way how would you describe those improvements, what are they? posted over 16 years ago | View comment |