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  1. F

    Yamaha YHT-4960-EU 5.1-channel is it any good?

    I have been looking at Yamaha YHT-4960-EU 5.1-channel for my surround sound for my tv. From what i can see it seems to have what you need but it will set me back 876,57$. Is it worth the price and is it Any good? Thanks in advance. Some info: • 5-channel powerfull surround --- 80 W/channel (6...
  2. A

    'Bang for my Buck' 15" PA Subwoofer Driver?

    hey guys Looking for a 'best bang for my buck', 15" subwoofer driver, to be fit into a custom built sealed cab.. Been looking around, tbh, i usually shop on ebay. But ebay seams full of junk like SoundLab.. all with terrible reviews, or woofer drivers that are £200+ haha. Im after a 15"...
    • AyEss
    • Thread
    • recommendation woofer
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Speakers
  3. tlite

    CD Players That Are Easy to Find In the Wild?

    Getting the bug to revisit my CD collection. Going to use an external DAC with it. Just starting my journey... What brands or models are typically found in thrift stores, Facebook Marketplace, Craigslist and the like that are worth looking for? Also, when inspecting the gear, anything you...
  4. H

    Genre-based speaker suggestions…

    I’m getting back into the hobby after 20+ years now that I have the money and a dedicated space for listening (approx 14’x10’ room). I’ve read my ass off over the past couple of months, but so many reviews are based on sterile charts or dominated by folks into Jazz (which I detest) or Classical...
    • Hilandr
    • Thread
    • recommendation recommendations
    • Replies: 7
    • Forum: Speakers
  5. C

    Sub Recommendations

    Music only Speakers - Kef R11 or GoldenEar Triton 2+ Room size - 23’x23’ with 13’ ceilings. Unique aspect of room - It will have 10” thick, 14’x10’ foam on the floor (for use as a crash pad for climbing training). Mentioning in case this has an effect on sound. Type of music I listen to - Hip...
    • coolcoin
    • Thread
    • recommendation subwoofer svs
    • Replies: 9
    • Forum: Speakers
  6. teddyfreddy

    Good places/events in Wisconsin where I can go to look for vintage audio gear

    The title says it all, any members from Wisconsin with some recommendations for me? Are there any cool flea markets, electronics/radio shows, shops etc. where I can find good deals on vintage audio gear?
  7. P

    Recommendations for a $5-7.5k upgrade

    My current rig is a Basis 2001 turntable with a Hana ML cart, Electrocompaniet ECP-1 phono stage, Macintosh C2200 and MC2102 amplification, and Platinum Audio Reference 1 speakers. My music library includes hundreds of 1950-1965 mono LPs and a couple thousand stereo jazz, rock, classical, and...
  8. tlite

    Best Process to Level Up Headphones?

    HELP REFINE THIS AND MAKE IT BETTER (if you feel like it). I was looking for something like this, and I had an earlier thread kind of looking for advice but I think this is more directly what I'm looking for feedback on. Otherwise, you get into the "try it, everything is subjective" vortex-...
    • tlite
    • Thread
    • evaluation headphones process recommendation
    • Replies: 23
    • Forum: Headphones
  9. forceof1

    Preamp Issues/Recommendations

    System consists of........Marantz 250, Klipsch Quartet spkrs, Pioneer PL550, Pioneer PL-L1000 (which has developed a mind of it's own and is hopefully being fixed) and an old Sansui table with it's own Rolls preamp. .Then theres my Nikko Beta 50 preamp. Nikko. None of the table's produce...
  10. Isaac C.

    Seeking Cartridge Upgrade Recommendations

    Hello everyone, I want to start off by saying I'm not in a hurry to upgrade, I'm just interested in what is out there so I can be looking. That said, what is the next reasonable or logical upgrade to an Ortofon VMS 20? On another note, I have a Stanton 681EEE body that needs a stylus, or the...
    • Isaac C.
    • Thread
    • cartridge recommendation upgrade
    • Replies: 29
    • Forum: Turntables
  11. B

    Headphone recommendations

    Hey folks, I’m curious about your recommendations for my first pair of serious headphones in the under $500 range. I’m looking for something that would pair well with my 1970s Onkyo Tx-2500 receiver. I mainly want them to listen to vinyl or the radio at night so my speakers don’t keep my...
  12. dugn

    Turntable and Cart/Stylus Recommendation Needed

    I’m preparing to rip a ton of 80’s electronic/new wave vinyl and hard-to-find remixes I’ve kept in pristine condition over the years. So I’m looking for advice for a turntable, cartridge/stylus to get high quality rips of my 80s vinyl – much of which never released to CD. My budget is $3000 USD...
    • dugn
    • Thread
    • recommendation stylus technics turntable
    • Replies: 6
    • Forum: Turntables
  13. ritchie

    Hybrid Amp Replacement Recommendation

    Hi all, I'm starting to look at the possibility of replacing my Luxman LV-105. I primarily play CDs using a Sony DVD with RCA connectors, nothing to write home about, but provides good clarity in my opinion. I also use an FM tuner with RCA connectors. I've got an inexpensive Bluetooth...
  14. Isaac C.

    Floor Standing Speaker Recommendation

    Hello everyone, I'm looking to upgrade to some floor standing speakers in the next few months and I am looking for recommendations. For reference my room is around 13'x13', my amp is a Hitachi Ha 610 (70wpc), and my current speakers are Dynaco A25s. As for criteria, my budget would be somewhere...
    • Isaac C.
    • Thread
    • floor speakers floor standing recommendation speaker vintage
    • Replies: 26
    • Forum: Speakers
  15. Isaac C.

    Best Vintage Integrated Amplifier Recommendations?

    Hello all, my current daily driver is a Hitachi SR 603 (30wpc) receiver which I like a lot because of the late 70s clean, accurate, and crisp sound. Though 30wpc is plenty for my Dynacos, I've been looking to upgrade to a more powerful integrated amplifier as I plan to purchase some floor...
    • Isaac C.
    • Thread
    • 70s hitachi integrated amplifier jvc kenwood marantz recommendation sanyo sony technics
    • Replies: 40
    • Forum: Solid State
  16. C

    Recommend me some powerful emotional songs

    Can you recommend me some powerful emotional songs of any genre that are medium paced. I am looking for something similar to the following songs: Minerva - Deftones (rock) Happier - Marshmello (pop) Iridescent - Linking park (rock) Piece by piece - Kelly Clarkson (pop) Unconditionally - Katy...
  17. Isaac C.

    Cartridge Recommendations for Sanyo TP 1000?

    Hello everyone, I purchased a Sanyo TP 1000 awhile back and am currently in the market for a new cartridge. I have been looking at vintage and modern cartridges. Of the vintage options I have been looking at Shure, Pickering, Ortofon, and Audio Technica. Of the newer offerings, I have been...
    • Isaac C.
    • Thread
    • audio technica cartridge grado ortofon pickering recommendation sanyo shure sumiko
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Turntables
  18. R. Mallow

    Recommendations for Integrated or Separates for Devore Gibbon 8

    Hi all, I recently purchased some Devore Gibbon 8's locally, which I am loving; they're by far the best speakers I've ever owned. Yes, I know--rookie level, to some. But I've been thrilled. However, I feel that my current electronics are not a perfect match for them, which are: preamp...
  19. Marantz13

    Recommendations for Portable Reel to Reel players?

    Hi everyone, I was wondering if any of you guys had any recommendations for good portable reel to reel players. Currently I own a large reel to reel player and was hoping to find a reel to reel I can bring to other places more easily, without sacrificing sound quality. Preferably, I would like a...
    • Marantz13
    • Thread
    • portable recommendation reel to reel
    • Replies: 25
    • Forum: Tape
  20. jas282

    Best Modern Spaekers to run off MC 240 & MX 110

    Hello all! I've recently come into a MC 240 & MX 110 combo, and I'm looking for some highly sensitive or single-driver speakers to pair with them. Not interested in the Altecs or Quads of old. Two I've found so far: Omega - Super 8 XRS Voxativ - Zeth Any other recommendations to check out...
    • jas282
    • Thread
    • mcintosh mcintosh 240 recommendation single driver tube amp speakers
    • Replies: 3
    • Forum: Speakers
  21. IgniFerroque

    Single CD Player Recommendations?

    Hi all, I've currently got a Sony CDP-C515, which works fine, but since I can now stream playlists from my computer the carousel functionality is more annoying than useful. I'm looking to replace it with a cd player that only does 1 disc at a time. I use the optical out to a AudioEngine D1, so...
  22. 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
  23. O

    Vintage Czech Turntables - recommendations please!

    Hi there, I'm heading to Prague in early July and have heard good things about their TT heritage... My budget would be between $500 and $1000USD Any ideas on what make or model to look out for? Any suggestions much appreciated! Thanks
    • obnyc
    • Thread
    • czech prague recommendation turntable vintage
    • Replies: 15
    • Forum: Turntables
  24. O

    Vintage Czech Turntables - which to get?

    Hi there, I'm heading to Prague in early July and have heard good things about their TT heritage... My budget would be between $500 and $1000USD Any ideas on what make or model to look out for? Any suggestions much appreciated! Thanks
    • obnyc
    • Thread
    • czech recommendation turntable vintage
    • Replies: 28
    • Forum: Turntables
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