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  1. Raphaz

    Amplifier/receiver switch

    Is there such a thing as an amp or receiver switch? I’m looking for something simple to switch between two vintage receivers but output sound to the same (analog) speakers. I’m not skilled to make a switch myself. I’m looking for a good quality switch that doesn’t filter or alter the sound or...
  2. Raphaz

    4-way RCA quality switch

    I’m looking for recommendation for a quality switch - minimum 4 RCA inputs and 1 RCA output. No need for volume control. Smaller is better. No added noise or sound coloring. Literally just switching between sources. I use it to switch between sources like CD player, turntable and tape deck...
  3. R

    LESA Sagittario II

    Hi all. I recently repaired this old record player i found in the basement of my parents. It's a "Sagittario 2 / II" from LESA, an old Italian company, which doesn't exists anymore as far as I know. The record player was one of the first portable record players in Italy and it's from the 60s...
    • roccoluff
    • Thread
    • advice help need advice need help quality record player vintage vintage 50s vintage 60s 70s
    • Replies: 2
    • Forum: Members' Systems
  4. A

    What is the best hi-fi tuner ever made?

    I drive a Technics ST-X901L, with an indoor cable antenna and, well, it sounds good. But surely there will be better ones, of higher quality. What are they? Another question, does it make sense to go from the ST-X901L to the ST-X999L. Thank you for your attention.
    • acabdom
    • Thread
    • hi-fi hifi quality st-x901l st.-x999l technics tuner
    • Replies: 136
    • Forum: Tuners
  5. mozcho

    McIntosh Amplifiers Quality Survey

    I am a pretty new user of Mac (actually a used MC2205). It is interesting to read from the Web various comments on Mac and other brands about their longevity. There are many happy Mac users, and some sour cases too. I wish to get a general picture of this issue by making a simple survey through...
  6. trickert

    Grado F3+ stylus replacement? Upgrades worthwhile?

    I have an old Grado F3+ I inherited from my Dad. I also inherited some Shures and Empires, and I've upgraded those cartridges with NOS stylii (2000Z, 600LAC, V15 III). I've been digging the Empires (more than the Shure). I also have some Denons, and like those, too. But in any event: I'd like to...
    • trickert
    • Thread
    • 8mz empire f3+ grado quality stylus tlz
    • Replies: 4
    • Forum: Turntables
  7. C

    Yamaha receiver

    Hi everyone. I'm picking up a Yamaha RX-V870 for $12 CAD. Does anyone have any input on this device? I'm primarily going to be using it for music. Records in particular. Hooking up a Pioneer PL-255 turntable directly to it through the phono input. As well as 2 Technics 1200 turntables...
  8. Zingem

    How to take the first step towards the next level of sound reproduction?

    Hello to all you fellow Audio Buddies. Just popping up a question purely out of curiosity. I'm not suffering from a bout of Audiofila Nervosa or anything (well not more than usual anyway)... No i'm perfectly happy as things are. And neither did i won the lottery. But just for the sake of...
  9. R

    Label Pressings

    OK, so everyone please forgive me if this question has been posted before, I just don't know even where to look. So ignore me if you feel impatient. My question is: if I am looking at multiple versions of the same 1980's vinyl pressings by different labels, say on Discogs, who generally made the...
    • Rosco148
    • Thread
    • labels pressings quality records vinyl
    • Replies: 0
    • Forum: Music Forums
  10. Jack Walton

    Sound Quality in Outdoor Environments

    Hey all - new here and was wondering whether somebody could point me to a study or information that deals with the relationship between the degradation of sound quality (and volume) and external factors in an outdoors environment. I'm interested in what the impact of more plants, or a body of...
  11. noobist

    Luxman C-02 M-02; quality, classes and heat.

    G'day all, First off, I have chosen my name with care, which gives you an idea of my technical knowledge. I currently have a Luxman C-02 pre-amp (class A) combined with a Rotel RB 971 Mk II (class A/B) poweramp. A while back I was thinking about switching the Rotel for the Luxman M-02 thinking...
    • noobist
    • Thread
    • amplifier classes class a class a/b heat quality vintage amps
    • Replies: 7
    • Forum: Solid State
  12. +48V

    On-Demand Services--Bitrates and the IoT

    Being that streaming services keep their "mechanical" secrets close and in house, it’s unlikely that anyone here can or will offer the defacto official answer. But it’s worth rag-chewing. So I’m just tossing this out here as one of my many contemplated wee hour wonder-zone brain farts...
  13. 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...
  14. turnitup

    New to Me Akai GX-220D

    Just bought an Akai GX-220D from an estate sale. It was filthy, and probably hadn't been played in 20+ years. Spent the afternoon tearing it down, cleaning and lubing it, then cleaning all of the pots/switches/buttons. Just hooked it up, and it sounds and looks like it just rolled off the...
    • turnitup
    • Thread
    • 1970s akai gx-220d quality reel to reel restoration vintage stereo
    • Replies: 0
    • Forum: Tape
  15. StinkyGarlic

    New Member... Need Help

    I have a choice between a Sansui SR-525 and a Uni torque direct drive| Automatic Turntable Ht-460. Both in immaculate condition. I know nothing, complete newb to the vinyl scene. But would like to learn, and everytime I search for info, you guys keep coming up, and I have trying to learn. So I...
    • StinkyGarlic
    • Thread
    • ht460 need help new quality sansui sr525 tt turntable uni
    • Replies: 3
    • Forum: Turntables
  16. H

    Rotel rp 2500 turntable

    I have a chance to pickup a Rotel rp 2500 turntable in very good condition for $175.00 owner says it needs a belt . Any opinions on this Rotel TT?
    • Hellyeah
    • Thread
    • quality rotel rp 2500 turntable worth
    • Replies: 3
    • Forum: Turntables
  17. S

    Amp Quest - dual mono or mono at a decent price point

    Hello, New member whose poor 2-channel system has been woefully lacking and has finally decided to make amends with his ears. First stop is power amplification. My criteria seem to be at odds with the market (and possibly my wallet), and I could really use some sage advice. Criteria after lots...
    • scoran
    • Thread
    • affordable finesse japan monoblock power amp quality
    • Replies: 6
    • Forum: Solid State
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