Recent content by Syntax

  1. Syntax

    Munich show 2023 Hifideluxe and MOC .

    After all….. what is (or was) High End? Sitting in Front of Real Thing Reproduction well …. I guess, a lot of listeners would spend their wife for those in half a second …No longer available but of course there are differences, too the WE are a class on their own, the Lansing...
  2. Syntax

    Playing with some great toys - Comparing 5 phono stages in my home system

    The FM Phono is not strong from gain. (Probably it is compensated with their preamp from input sensitivity) I think, you should use high output cartridges with it.
  3. Syntax

    Munich show 2023 Hifideluxe and MOC .

    It is by far the very best sound of show. Not only Rock, also delicate performances with singer and chorus - holy night - in low volume was unbelievable good. Even from CD or USB…. After that i went to Nagra with the big Wilsons and it was slow, boring, dead reproduction from whatever some...
  4. Syntax

    Thorens New TT

    It is running at Munich right now The pics are from another one The secret??
  5. Syntax

    The New Acoustical System A*STELLAR turntable

    Specs the A*STELLAR - the ultimate turntable ..... reduced to the absolute maximum performance .... a turntable like no other features: the A*STELLARs platter: * an absolute unique 36 (thirty-six!) layers design platter, incorporating 18 different materials with defined energy transfer speed...
  6. Syntax

    The New Acoustical System A*STELLAR turntable

    Huh….. some pics …. i think, the era from H.Ford (you can have any color as long it is black ...) Design is history Gray Black Metallic Silver Titan Grey Titan Dark *Sniff*, no Hammertone grey ...
  7. Syntax

    The New Acoustical System A*STELLAR turntable

    Probably this silver color will make the table sound bright. Anthracite probably a bit dark Decisions … decisions …. probably there will be a stealth color option …
  8. Syntax

    Munchen High end show 2022

    Part II of 2 + minutes ... and now ... my personal recommendation for people I don't like Finally...my personal highlight was the Argentinian Steakhouse downtown after the Show ...Skol!
  9. Syntax

    The New Acoustical System A*STELLAR turntable

    can be done. The 5.th arm board is behind the spindle between the two rear ones …
  10. Syntax

    Munchen High end show 2022

    It is - for me - entertainment and - for others - business. 3 Audiophiles ... 3 opinions ... as usual .. each his own ..as long they don't charge me for leaving the room below 2 minutes ... i am fine :) Some impressions from 2 + minutes Kawero You can't be without it ......?
  11. Syntax

    Vladimir Lamm RIP!

    My condolences to his family and friends. Never had personal contact but listening to his units the first time was a turning point into real thing audio reproduction for me. His unique ability to design real thing tonality will stay forever in every glowing tone listening to his units
  12. Syntax

    Kuzma Airline linear tonearm

    Did own it. Reliable.
  13. Syntax

    Koetsu

    Brothers ... Koetsu Blue Lace DC Koetsu Blue Lace Mono Koetsu Blue Lace DC Koetsu Coralstone DC
  14. Syntax

    Living Presence

    Thank you for that information. Did you ever listen to it or such monos in general?
  15. Syntax

    Living Presence

    1959 / Stereo / Made from Master tape never saw a Mono, do you think there is Mono out there?

About us

  • What’s Best Forum is THE forum for high end audio, product reviews, advice and sharing experiences on the best of everything else. This is THE place where audiophiles and audio companies discuss vintage, contemporary and new audio products, music servers, music streamers, computer audio, digital-to-analog converters, turntables, phono stages, cartridges, reel-to-reel tape machines, speakers, headphones and tube and solid-state amplification. Founded in 2010 What’s Best Forum invites intelligent and courteous people of all interests and backgrounds to describe and discuss the best of everything. From beginners to life-long hobbyists to industry professionals, we enjoy learning about new things and meeting new people, and participating in spirited debates.

Quick Navigation

User Menu

Steve Williams
Site Founder | Site Owner | Administrator
Ron Resnick
Site Co-Owner | Administrator
Julian (The Fixer)
Website Build | Marketing Managersing