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    Speaker Recommendation up to 70K

    That's risky shipping them insured or not, go through some users on audiogon they still haven't got their money back. I had many opportunities in Europe and US , it's not a bad idea but I don't want to take the risk. I'm out region , there is a Martin Mingus 20 used for sale , others are...
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    Speaker Recommendation up to 70K

    Great recommendations, thank you all. @addictedtohifi Is Dynaudio Confidence 60 even relevant to the speakers mentioned ? I heard the new range is more laid back like Sonus Faber.
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    Speaker Recommendation up to 70K

    Someone named TechnicalPie who's pretty much gone to most shows mentioned that Zellaton is in another league than other high end brands such as Magico, Wilson and others in terms of refinement of sound. I am currently considering Zellaton Stage or Plural Evo. The Zellaton Plural Evos that cost...
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    Speaker Recommendation up to 70K

    That’s an audio dealer owner I convinced to bring CH to my country (U.A.E). The best speakers he sells are Dynaudios Confidence line and I don’t think they are resolving to what I am feeding them. So I asked him to speak to Peter to ship Magico and he agreed. M2 was my final choice last month...
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    Speaker Recommendation up to 70K

    Hello, I am new here and looking forward getting your opinions since i can't travel or audition any speaker. Local dealers only order upon 100% full purchase non-refundable and no trials. This goes as good as buying from anywhere worldwide, so i am not committed to buy from that dealer. I'll...
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    C1+T1+X1 or C1 Mono or something else?

    Well as you can see, i sacrificed L1 for the T1 with GPS. Going from nothing ($10k integrated amps) to this level of refinement is something i am yet to witness when it arrives in a week or two. Of course L1 is great and such, but i want the absolute extreme in digital frontend completed...
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    C1+T1+X1 or C1 Mono or something else?

    I spoke to Florian about streaming board and we concluded that separating the streaming functionality was the better option for the DAC to perform at its best. So i went ahead and purchased a Taiko Extreme. The problem is that Taiko's best digital out is it's USB, negating the benefits of a...
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    C1+T1+X1 or C1 Mono or something else?

    Thank you for the recommendation of L1. It is definitely my next purchase from CH. I've placed order a week ago for C1, T1 (gps), X1 (1 out) and a M1.1. This is my first purchase of separates since my last amps were Naim and Devialet integrated back in 2018. I hope you understand the big jump...
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    C1+T1+X1 or C1 Mono or something else?

    I've spoken to Florian and he mentioned that L1 is superior up to -20db. Beyond that, both C1 and L1 sound close (doesn't mean C1 is better) to a point where I can prioritize on other things. I have a limit in budget, I'll add it possibly sometime in future. The balance should go for a...
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    C1+T1+X1 or C1 Mono or something else?

    Great question, I have other commitments as I am a father , a manager and a business owner. The speaker mentioned is temporary and I will go up by time. Me being a gadget man, I am more hyped by the electronics than the speaker itself. Means any speaker will sound it's absolute best on them...
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    C1+T1+X1 or C1 Mono or something else?

    Could you elaborate on what has changed upon adding L1 ? C1 is a reference DAC , and at this level should be able to run directly into M1.1. This is not a cheap DAC with crappy digital volume. Keep in mind my chain is only Ethernet streaming card>C1 as a single source. No future plan to use...
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    C1+T1+X1 or C1 Mono or something else?

    Are you sure L1 is better upgrade than T1 and X1 ? I already have Vitus Rl101 preamp which I can temporarily use.
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    C1+T1+X1 or C1 Mono or something else?

    Hello, I am a new CH convert (from Naim, Devialet and Vitus). I am planning to purchase a full CH frontend comprising of C1 + T1(GPS) + X1 + M1.1. Speakers are not yet decided but I am looking at Focal Scala Utopia, B&W 802D3, Magico A5 or a used Tidal Sunray G2. When calculating, I found...
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    Master Built-What are Owners Hearing That They Didn't Hear With Other Cables

    Since the price range of their Ultra line is particularly exotic. Can someone compare their Ultra line with Siltech/Crystal top of the line cables ? Their design paths are definitely different. I would like to know which one is right for my system/speakers.
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