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Post by Bigman80 on Nov 20, 2021 17:32:12 GMT
macca You fit in just fine. Just because you think we're all off our tits, doesn't make you any less of a member. You make very good contributions to the forum and whilst we may not see things the same way, I always enjoy your posts. This forum has a lot of readers. People who don't want to be members or share their thoughts, but I know the cite this forum, and the experience of the membership whenever I am contacted by one of them. Continue to just do what you do.
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Post by jandl100 on Nov 20, 2021 18:04:41 GMT
++++++++++++++++++++++++ Increasingly feel like the odd one out on this forum nowadays. Am I the only one here who thinks Digital playback is obviously superior sounding to vinyl mains leads, mains cables, mains supplies, sockets, magic fuses etc etc are all a complete waste of money DACs all sound so similar that they're really not worth the bother of thinking about Subjective reviews (including mine) aren't worth the paper they are written on at least as a buying guide 'Competes with units in much higher price bracket' or 'You'd have to spend £XXX more to better it.' are two of the most absurd statements anyone can make about hi-fi Everything relevant to sound quality can be measured and quantified (although sometimes/often isn't) Common sense and education seem to go right out the window when it comes to hi-fi 'Hi Rez' digital was a total scam right from the get-go 'Trust your ears' is such reductively simple exhortation that it's completely meaningless in any context. Hans Beekhuyzen is either a liar or an idiot, there is no other possibility. is anyone with me on any of these things?  I tend to agree with you about hi rez digital, but differ on everything else, I think. But then I'm not a particularly good fit to this forum either!.... Not a vinyl fan at all (but that's because of my music preferences; it's widely agreed that it's OK to prefer digital for classical), not into DIY, not into the obsessive pursuit of minutiae - I've found musical happiness by deliberately following a lower rez digital path, devoted to classical music and have little patience with anything else. Who is Hans Beekhuyzen? - OK, I looked him up, a reviewer, presumably not a subjectivist. So, I'm pretty much on my own here, I think.  |
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Post by optical on Nov 20, 2021 18:07:06 GMT
I like Techno and magic fuses..... I'll get me coat then....
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Post by jandl100 on Nov 20, 2021 19:47:11 GMT
I can imagine that it must be frustrating and annoying that no one here can see the self evident truth of your own belief system, despite you repeatedly telling us about the error of our ways.
You have come to remind me of Serge Auckland who long held and propounded similar views on the Wigwam forum and elsewhere. He eventually gave up and just joined the Audio Science Review forum where he can share views with like minded folks.
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Post by macca on Nov 20, 2021 22:12:06 GMT
I can imagine that it must be frustrating and annoying that no one here can see the self evident truth of your own belief system, despite you repeatedly telling us about the error of our ways. You have come to remind me of Serge Auckland who long held and propounded similar views on the Wigwam forum and elsewhere. He eventually gave up and just joined the Audio Science Review forum where he can share views with like minded folks. Yes I've had a chat with him there. I wasn't being especially serious you know... |
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Post by antonio on Nov 21, 2021 0:10:09 GMT
I would agree with some of your points Macca, but it would be very strange if everyone agreed about everything. Does cd sound better than vinyl, my brother thinks so, for me there are albums that do sound better on cd but also the reverse can be true. If I don't see eye to eye with someone on a forum, that doesn't bother me, I'll post what I believe to be true, and even after all my years of interest in hifi, I still ask questions, although they are mainy technical which I have no idea about anyway. Keep on posting Macca, as long as you believe in what you are saying, it will make others think twice. Jandl100, Jerry, you fit in fine on any forum, your views should be taken seriously, you've owned more kit than most, not only that, your posting style is easy and friendly, and like me have no real interest in diy, but what does that matter, I still like to read and admire what other have built and what I don't understand I'll ask a question or just continue to the end to see the finished article. Me, well I'm here to keep Bigman's feet on the ground and to make sure MisterC doesn't try to sell you all too much |
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Post by macca on Nov 24, 2021 13:14:01 GMT
Been after one of those CD tower things for ages, you don't seem to be able to buy them new anymore and I ran out of existing CD storage some months back. Been keeping an eye out on the chariddy shops and saw this one today. can't fault it for three squid:  |
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Post by stryder5 on Nov 24, 2021 18:02:17 GMT
Not made any changes to my main system for a long, long time now, must be getting on for a year. That's unprecedented since I discovered hi-fi forums back in 2009. One thing I am toying with is getting another CD transport. Don't have any SQ issues with the Audiolab but have to admit the slot-loading does get on my tits a bit. I can live with it but I'm wondering if I should make that compromise or should I get a really fancy transport that gives me more pleasure of use? Just keep the Audiolab as a back up. Suggestions appreciated, new or used. ++++++++++++++++++++++++ Increasingly feel like the odd one out on this forum nowadays. Am I the only one here who thinks Digital playback is obviously superior sounding to vinyl mains leads, mains cables, mains supplies, sockets, magic fuses etc etc are all a complete waste of money DACs all sound so similar that they're really not worth the bother of thinking about Subjective reviews (including mine) aren't worth the paper they are written on at least as a buying guide 'Competes with units in much higher price bracket' or 'You'd have to spend £XXX more to better it.' are two of the most absurd statements anyone can make about hi-fi Everything relevant to sound quality can be measured and quantified (although sometimes/often isn't) Common sense and education seem to go right out the window when it comes to hi-fi 'Hi Rez' digital was a total scam right from the get-go 'Trust your ears' is such reductively simple exhortation that it's completely meaningless in any context. Hans Beekhuyzen is either a liar or an idiot, there is no other possibility. is anyone with me on any of these things? I think you’re a tosser, confirmed by the fact you live in Stoke-on-Trent...... Sorry....was thinking out loud ....Lol Gary |
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Post by Bigman80 on Nov 24, 2021 19:32:35 GMT
Not made any changes to my main system for a long, long time now, must be getting on for a year. That's unprecedented since I discovered hi-fi forums back in 2009. One thing I am toying with is getting another CD transport. Don't have any SQ issues with the Audiolab but have to admit the slot-loading does get on my tits a bit. I can live with it but I'm wondering if I should make that compromise or should I get a really fancy transport that gives me more pleasure of use? Just keep the Audiolab as a back up. Suggestions appreciated, new or used. ++++++++++++++++++++++++ Increasingly feel like the odd one out on this forum nowadays. Am I the only one here who thinks Digital playback is obviously superior sounding to vinyl mains leads, mains cables, mains supplies, sockets, magic fuses etc etc are all a complete waste of money DACs all sound so similar that they're really not worth the bother of thinking about Subjective reviews (including mine) aren't worth the paper they are written on at least as a buying guide 'Competes with units in much higher price bracket' or 'You'd have to spend £XXX more to better it.' are two of the most absurd statements anyone can make about hi-fi Everything relevant to sound quality can be measured and quantified (although sometimes/often isn't) Common sense and education seem to go right out the window when it comes to hi-fi 'Hi Rez' digital was a total scam right from the get-go 'Trust your ears' is such reductively simple exhortation that it's completely meaningless in any context. Hans Beekhuyzen is either a liar or an idiot, there is no other possibility. is anyone with me on any of these things? I think you’re a tosser, confirmed by the fact you live in Stoke-on-Trent...... Sorry....was thinking out loud ....Lol Gary Bit harsh! Not sure macca knows your humour that well yet?......hoping he does 😳 |
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Post by macca on Nov 24, 2021 19:50:52 GMT
We've met...
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Post by antonio on Nov 25, 2021 1:13:35 GMT
"I think you’re a tosser, confirmed by the fact you live in Stoke-on-Trent......" and I've apologising for some of the things I've said |
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Post by stryder5 on Nov 25, 2021 9:54:18 GMT
"I think you’re a tosser, confirmed by the fact you live in Stoke-on-Trent......" and I've apologising for some of the things I've said Yep, sorry about the Stoke-on-Trent bit  ......lol Gary |
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Post by stevew on Nov 25, 2021 10:58:10 GMT
Be fair, there is no where but nowhere, to get a Staffordshire oatcake filled with beans and cheese… but Stoke. Especially Hanley.
One day it’ll be on one of those Rick Stein ‘look what I’ve discovered’ things.
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Post by macca on Jan 15, 2022 11:24:16 GMT
Finally got round to ordering the adhesive and it arrived today so have put some panels up on the door:  I was getting a little bit of bounce off of this corner of the room which is directly to the left of the listening position. Not a big problem but one of those things that once you are aware it is there you start listening for it, and it's distracting. Hopefully this should kill it or at least reduce it. |
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Post by Bigman80 on Jan 15, 2022 12:08:53 GMT
They should do the trick!
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Post by macca on Feb 26, 2022 11:17:55 GMT
Been after a new rack for a while, was fed up with having the Krell sat on the floor as just too wide to go in my existing stand. it takes up some floor space which is not that big a deal, but it's on the route from kitchen to living room and I could visualise myself one day walking in with a beverage, stumbling, and dumping the lot into the top of the amp. Had a look everywhere on the internet, spent hours on it, no joy. I wanted something that would fit the Krell, place the transport and pre-amp at around chest height, not look awful and not cost a fortune. Yesterday went out a usual to get a bap for dinner. Next to the sandwich shop, which is in a row of industrial units, is a place called 'Stoke Sales.' No idea what they sell as there's no indication on the outside, no window, and it's always closed. Anyway yesterday it was open and having a closing down sale so I took a peek inside and it turns out that it's a small furniture showroom. I spied a unit that looked to be perfect for what I wanted and it was on offer at thirty quid. So bought it on the spot and they delivered it about an hour later. Not going to be to everybody's taste, I know, feel free to say so. But it does do all the things I wanted and at thirty quid delivered it was practically free:   The two draw units have a smooth action and are ideal for storing my CD overflow. |
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Post by Bigman80 on Feb 26, 2022 11:29:06 GMT
That'll do the job.
Bit unconventional, but that's what makes it cool
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Post by macca on Feb 26, 2022 11:39:50 GMT
Try finding something conventional that is tall and will fit a 50S in it. Forget about it, unless you go bespoke, five hundred quid plus then.
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Post by macca on Feb 26, 2022 11:42:08 GMT
You could actually fit the 100 Mk2 in the bottom cabinet. God knows what it was intended for in civilian use, probably why they couldn't sell it.
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Post by optical on Feb 26, 2022 11:57:23 GMT
Been after a new rack for a while, was fed up with having the Krell sat on the floor as just too wide to go in my existing stand. it takes up some floor space which is not that big a deal, but it's on the route from kitchen to living room and I could visualise myself one day walking in with a beverage, stumbling, and dumping the lot into the top of the amp. Had a look everywhere on the internet, spent hours on it, no joy. I wanted something that would fit the Krell, place the transport and pre-amp at around chest height, not look awful and not cost a fortune. Yesterday went out a usual to get a bap for dinner. Next to the sandwich shop, which is in a row of industrial units, is a place called 'Stoke Sales.' No idea what they sell as there's no indication on the outside, no window, and it's always closed. Anyway yesterday it was open and having a closing down sale so I took a peek inside and it turns out that it's a small furniture showroom. I spied a unit that looked to be perfect for what I wanted and it was on offer at thirty quid. So bought it on the spot and they delivered it about an hour later. Not going to be to everybody's taste, I know, feel free to say so. But it does do all the things I wanted and at thirty quid delivered it was practically free: The two draw units have a smooth action and are ideal for storing my CD overflow. I think that's pretty decent both functional and not aesthetically offensive! In fact I think with the drawers, looks good. Gone back to the topping I see too.... |
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Post by macca on Feb 26, 2022 12:23:40 GMT
I can't remember how long it is since I last swapped DACs, it's been a while. When it's all sounding good to me I'd rather not mess about with it.
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Post by antonio on Feb 26, 2022 13:25:01 GMT
That looks great Macca. Is the unit housing the Krell open at the back? The drawer units look good and solid, a really great find.
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Post by macca on Feb 26, 2022 13:33:42 GMT
yes it's open at the back, it's just a big sleeve basically.
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Post by macca on Feb 27, 2022 12:44:41 GMT
Damn it got a problem with this new set up, got a buzz/hum through the speakers.
Not sure what the cause is. I had to use really long interconnects (Belden Pure AV) to reach all the way from the back of the power amp to the pre-amp perched right on top and I suspect it's a problem with them. I think I stopped using them for that reason although it's so long ago I don't remember exactly.
Otherwise the only change is that the pre-amp is now sat directly on the transport instead of being on its own shelf. Can't see it being that though. Otherwise all connections are tight, power cables are distanced from signal cables, can't think of anything else.
Might have to go back to the drawing board on this one. Any amount of hiss or hum is totally unacceptable to me.
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Post by antonio on Feb 27, 2022 13:42:35 GMT
Sometimes the slightest cable alteration can cure the problem otherwise unplug everything and start again.
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Post by macca on Feb 27, 2022 14:01:20 GMT
I know it's an utter ball-ache. This is why I hate messing with it when I've got it how I want it.
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Post by Bigman80 on Feb 27, 2022 14:53:12 GMT
I know it's an utter ball-ache. This is why I hate messing with it when I've got it how I want it. Want to try a long PC-TRIPLE C cable? |
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Post by sq225917 on Feb 27, 2022 16:19:56 GMT
Just pick up the pre amp and hold it away from the dac.
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Post by macca on Feb 27, 2022 16:25:15 GMT
I know it's an utter ball-ache. This is why I hate messing with it when I've got it how I want it. Want to try a long PC-TRIPLE C cable? Yes please, needs to be four foot or more. |
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Post by macca on Feb 27, 2022 16:30:03 GMT
Just pick up the pre amp and hold it away from the dac. tried moving the DAC away from the pre-amp but no change. Pretty sure it is the interconnect but I don't have any others that are long enough to replace them. Despite having loads of them. |
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