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  1. J

    SME 3009 Series II Non Improved vs Improved

    Hi all - I have a choice between buying a Non Improved 3009 and an Improved one for my Garrard 401, anyone have a preference. I am new to ' audiophile ' turntables so just looking for some advice. Thanks
  2. Krosya

    Not that I need any more speakers.....

    But I just cant pass up on a brand that I know I like. Even more so when price is right. Yesterday I happened to come across some fairly small bookshelf speakers. They are truly "modern" bookshelf type - we all know that some vintage Bookshelf speakers are huge and would not really fit on most...
    • Krosya
    • Thread
    • audiophile bookshelf speaker m-90i mirage
    • Replies: 12
    • Forum: Speakers
  3. canadapuck

    The Technics 1200 Fascination?

    This is a recurring issue that I have, I keep wanting to re-own a technics sl1200 mk2, preferably in black. This is not the first time that I have had this issue but it's something I want to be talked out of, or maybe diagnosed and cured of? So I am looking for all the good reasons why the 1200...
  4. lattiboy

    The ugliest $17,000 speakers you’ll ever see. Wilson Audio WATT / Puppy 5.1s

    About 150lbs a piece of epoxy and (I’m guessing) cement. The front grills are basically crappy air filters. Finally got the woofers back from repair yesterday. I immediately hooked them up and wowza! For only having 4 8” Dynaudio drivers they put out an ASTONISHING amount of very accurate...
    • lattiboy
    • Thread
    • audiophile puppy speakers watt wilson audio
    • Replies: 85
    • Forum: Speakers
  5. Janotoro

    Marantz 2252b pairing with new Audiophile Turntable

    Hi, this is my first post of many, I am sure. I have a Marantz 2252B receiver with Cambridge Acoustics Aeromax 6 and a Technics SL-1200 MD3 with an Ortofon 2M Blue cart. I am looking for a new TT to be my "prime" listening table and plan to keep the Technics for my basement setup. So far I am...
    • Janotoro
    • Thread
    • aeromax6 audiophile cambridge audio clearaudio marantz ortofon m2 blue record player technics turntable
    • Replies: 5
    • Forum: Turntables
  6. dyche01

    Audio-based metaphors and put downs

    Every interest community has its own unique language and, eventually, deploys that language to describe the world outside. We also use it for darker purposes, such as throwing shade. Here is a place for metaphors, insults, and put downs whose sweetness and sting only a true audio lover can feel...
  7. J

    Denon PMA-250SE vs Cambridge Audio Azur 540A - which is the best one?

    Hi, Hope someone can help me decide - I am looking to sell one but cannot decide which to keep... The Denon PMA-250SE or the Cambridge Audio Azur 540A In your opinion which one is better. Thanks
  8. J

    Audiophile novice needs advice

    Dear Ladies and Gentlemen, I'm Julian a 20 year old student from northern Italy and about half year ago I got into vinyl. I bought second hand a Pro-Ject Essential turntable and spent quiet a sum on a dozen records. Unfortunately I can't afford vinyl at the very moment. It's more a gimmick...
    • Julier
    • Thread
    • analogue system audiophile deciding digital new set-up recommendation set-up vinyl
    • Replies: 0
    • Forum: New Gear - Values
  9. AustinAudio

    What is going on in my head?

    Every time I slip on a pair of headphones I try to engage in a hallucination. My inner mind seeks rhythm, melodic lines, poetry, all delivered as if I were witnessing the creation of it all. . The fact is that I am eavesdropping on a moment from the past while trying to reproduce the illusion...
  10. Gtmcmillanjr

    Altec Lansing Seven Series 2.... Any Good?

    Are these things any good has anyone heard him I found a really good deal on a great condition pair for $30. I have JBL 4311B , L50, l20t . Do these compare to any of these speakers or something to compare them with. Any information would be much appreciated... I read somewhere that it was...
    • Gtmcmillanjr
    • Thread
    • altec lansing audio audiophile home audio speakers vintage audio vintage speakers
    • Replies: 0
    • Forum: The Lansing Legacy
  11. KDAC

    The perfect speaker: Stop searching for that unicorn!

    I know it goes against the at times obsessiveness that makes this hobby fun, but take heed (and medication if necessary): https://www.cnet.com/news/are-you-waiting-for-the-perfect-speaker/
  12. Longaevus

    Would You Say This Soungs Good?

    Yeah, yeah, another suspiciously subjective question that may vary a lot from person to person and from system to system but I have recently discovered "audiophile" YouTube demos that actually sound very good to me and I would appreciate your opinion on whether you guys like or or not...
  13. H

    Audio Stores in Great Britain?

    I have a buddy thats going to visit family in GB, he was wondering if there are any audiophile stores he could visit while there. Are there any places there you could go and buy vintage Mullard or Brimar tubes? Thanks!
    • Hi-FiGuy
    • Thread
    • audiophile brimar england great britain hi-fi mullard tubes
    • Replies: 4
    • Forum: Tube Audio
  14. T

    Thorens dustcover Hinges!!!

    Oh my God! Check this out guys: http://www.ebay.com/itm/111987431710?ssPageName=STRK:MESELX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1555.l2649 Finally someone did it! I was looking for these Hinges like forever, but they were always be so pricey on eBay, So finally you can get the whole 4Pcs set of the Thorens...
    • Tamir
    • Thread
    • audiophile hinge hinges td 145 mk ii thorens turntable
    • Replies: 6
    • Forum: Turntables
  15. ClayTune

    My new set up (coming in the mail soon).

    So, I decided to order myself a brand new turntable instead of continuing the trials of having a used one. I chose a Numark TT250USB pro DJ direct drive unit, some basic 100 watt "sound appeal" speakers that have good reviews on amazon and a vintage Yamaha "natural sound" receiver that gets...
    • ClayTune
    • Thread
    • audiophile starting out good turntable set up
    • Replies: 56
    • Forum: Turntables
  16. r2khimself

    r2khimself Abides

    Howdy! I've been lurking AK for a few months now since I was gifted a Crosley briefcase turntable at Christmas. Realizing how insufficient that turntable was, I started searching the web for different budget audiophile gear and AK was a constant source of good information, no matter what I was...
  17. dyche01

    Audiophile-related songs

    I recently picked up an old copy of the Flanders and Swan show "At the Drop of a Hat" on vinyl from the discount record bin. To my amusement the second song on the first side is a parody of the 1950's era obsession with high fidelity stereo called, 'A Song of Reproduction.' It started me...
  18. Magikthise

    Ever Seen One Of These?

    From that auction site.
  19. DrumGuy68

    Greetings from Connecticut

    Hello All, I'm from CT and I've always been an audio enthusiast since as long as I can remember starting out with reel to reel tapes, Panisonic tape recorders, vinyl, etc. I just recently acquired my uncle's Pioneer PL-400 TT and I'm looking to rebuild my vinyl collection.
  20. H

    Vintage Pioneer elite series dv ax10 universal cd/dvd player

    I have been thinking about picking up a vintage elite pioneer dv ax10 universal cd dvd player, is it worth paying 1000 dollars for a 15 year old unit?What new players are out now for $1000 that can/ would compare to the build and components quality of the AX10 elite player?
  21. akpasta

    Yamaha CR-400 Receiver Needs Repair

    Hello, I have an old Yamaha CR-400 receiver. Yesterday I was playing it really loud for a while and goofing around with a friend, talking about proper equalization, volume, etc. and I guess we must have been pushing it a little hard because it started emitting a funny smell, then the sound cut...
    • akpasta
    • Thread
    • audiophile cr-400 yamaha
    • Replies: 11
    • Forum: Yamaha
  22. Audiophile Gale Master Direct to Disc Record Collection

    Audiophile Gale Master Direct to Disc Record Collection

    Audiophile Gale Collection of Direct to Disc from Master...
    • mmartin0007
    • Media item
    • audiophile direct disc gale lp lps martin master recordings records speakers to usa vinyl
    • Comments: 0
    • Category: Speaker Gallery
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