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Post by Deleted on Oct 21, 2018 15:33:38 GMT
Hello - I thought I'd make an effort for once. I tend to lurk around forums; reading threads, agreeing/disagreeing, moving along. I'd probably describe myself as an Audiophile rather than a Hi-Fi Enthusiast, but I'm not going to because then I'd have to understand the difference between the two. I've assembled a nice system that I enjoy listening to and, although I have my eye on a couple of upgrades, there's no urgency.  |
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Post by Bigman80 on Oct 21, 2018 16:01:45 GMT
Hi, nice to see you posting here. I’m a fan of the Schiit stuff too. It’s genuinely well made and the emphasis really does seem to be on great value. I like the way they take nothing seriously too. Also mightily impressed that they don’t follow the herd. Who else would’ve made a tone control these days?
I haven’t heard the Mani, but will hopefully get a chance before too long,
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Post by Deleted on Oct 21, 2018 16:17:07 GMT
Howdy.
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Post by Deleted on Oct 21, 2018 16:21:16 GMT
Thanks for the Welcome Yeah, I have a lot of time for Schiit (that sentence only works when written down) - I'd be keen to try one of their DACs when I'm next in the market for one. (I currently use a REGA DAC that sounds great to me, so in no rush to upgrade) |
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Post by antonio on Oct 22, 2018 5:32:32 GMT
Welcome vinylsnail, looking forward to your posts.
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Post by macca on Oct 23, 2018 17:21:45 GMT
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Post by Deleted on Oct 23, 2018 17:26:05 GMT
Yup. Another forum prick, who thinks they know better than the designer.
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Post by macca on Oct 23, 2018 17:43:25 GMT
Yup. Another forum prick, who thinks they know better than the designer. S. No not really. If you read the thread Schitt accepted there was a genuine issue (in the end) and took steps to sort it out in their production process. Designers screw up the same as the rest of us do. |
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Post by Deleted on Oct 23, 2018 18:09:31 GMT
Yup. Another forum prick, who thinks they know better than the designer. S. No not really. If you read the thread Schitt accepted there was a genuine issue (in the end) and took steps to sort it out in their production process. Designers screw up the same as the rest of us do. I'd much rather have respect for the designer, instead of some forum loser. S. |
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Post by macca on Oct 23, 2018 18:46:37 GMT
I don't really think it is a question of having respect. Their gear was independently tested and found to have an issue. Not the first time this has happened in the history of hi-fi. Magazines send gear with problems back, they don't review it or even mention it (at least they don't name the manufacturer, they just admit they don't review it). The internet is different which I think is a good thing.
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Post by Deleted on Oct 23, 2018 18:50:09 GMT
I don't really think it is a question of having respect. Their gear was independently tested and found to have an issue. Not the first time this has happened in the history of hi-fi. Magazines send gear with problems back, they don't review it or even mention it (at least they don't name the manufacturer, they just admit they don't review it). The internet is different which I think is a good thing. Just F#ck off will you. S. |
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Post by Deleted on Oct 23, 2018 19:01:44 GMT
Shane, you down to yer last couple malteesers, you seem awfully tense. 😁
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Post by Deleted on Oct 23, 2018 19:03:12 GMT
Shane, you down to yer last couple malteesers, you seem awfully tense. 😁 Nope! Just being my usual cantankerous self. S. |
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Post by Bigman80 on Oct 23, 2018 19:25:56 GMT
An interesting thread. I do like Schiit stuff though and it wouldn’t put me off buying. Odd thing I notice in Cyprus is that anything with a metal case gives you a mild electric shock if you touch the case when it’s on. I have F#ck all idea why, but I’ve had it every time. Doesn’t half piss me off.
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Post by macca on Oct 23, 2018 20:34:18 GMT
I don't really think it is a question of having respect. Their gear was independently tested and found to have an issue. Not the first time this has happened in the history of hi-fi. Magazines send gear with problems back, they don't review it or even mention it (at least they don't name the manufacturer, they just admit they don't review it). The internet is different which I think is a good thing. Just F#ck off will you. S. Did posting that make you feel like a big man? Just for a second or two? |
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Post by Deleted on Oct 23, 2018 20:38:19 GMT
Just F#ck off will you. S. Did posting that make you feel like a big man? Just for a second or two? Quite proud actually. Still feeling great about it, and always will. S. |
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Post by macca on Oct 23, 2018 20:47:04 GMT
Good. I'm glad it gave you a boost. You seem to need it.
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Post by macca on Oct 23, 2018 20:49:47 GMT
An interesting thread. I do like Schiit stuff though and it wouldn’t put me off buying. Odd thing I notice in Cyprus is that anything with a metal case gives you a mild electric shock if you touch the case when it’s on. I have F#ck all idea why, but I’ve had it every time. Doesn’t half piss me off. Buy NVA! Seriously though that does sound like an issue. I think it means it isn't earthing properly. Jammy might know. |
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Post by Deleted on Oct 24, 2018 4:44:12 GMT
I dunno could be a build up of static, does the electricity / shock dissipate once touched.
Or more seriously do you continue to get a shock if you keep yer hand in place ?
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Post by antonio on Oct 24, 2018 5:11:58 GMT
"Quite proud actually. Still feeling great about it, and always will."
Playing at being 'another forum loser' Shane?
There was no need for such a comment to Macca's post, which to my knowledge was true.
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Post by Deleted on Oct 27, 2018 13:23:47 GMT
Yup. Another forum prick, who thinks they know better than the designer. S. No not really. If you read the thread Schitt accepted there was a genuine issue (in the end) and took steps to sort it out in their production process. Designers screw up the same as the rest of us do. It was an interesting read, and leaves me still happy to buy Schiit, curiously. |
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