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  1. Big Dog RJ

    Clarisys Audio Auditorium Loudspeaker

    Yes, most probably so. In fact, considering your set-up and the fact that other members who've heard it, found it really good! I'm sure it's mighty impressive and well balanced since you've taken the time and effort to do so. On the other side of the spectrum, without listing the exact makes of...
  2. Big Dog RJ

    Ron Resnick Launches Audio Cafe LLC, a New Clarisys Audio Dealer

    That's correct maties! Ron has bigger fish to fry... he's busy packing up the Pendragon's... those big fishies are frying! Once all done, let me know I'll come over with a bottle of wine. I prefer salmon though grilled that is. I'm just kidding Ron, don't mean to be poopy... I'm reading all...
  3. Big Dog RJ

    Clarisys Audio Auditorium Loudspeaker

    Based on the above experience with the multiple array of amplifiers and active x-overs driving an already "high performance" speaker system, if the differences are "huge" and it's something that the owner/user is looking for then so be it! That's great to know that things have improved all...
  4. Big Dog RJ

    Clarisys Audio Auditorium Loudspeaker

    That's a woofty woof'n!!! Cheers maties, and most of all, enjoy those finest tunes! Maaate! RJ
  5. Big Dog RJ

    Clarisys Audio Auditorium Loudspeaker

    Attn: Young Skywalker! I just saw your signature... BTW how's Lord Vader? I was fairly concerned about his asthma... and breathing issues. I'm wondering whether any of the interconnects or power cords could be upgraded for better voicing. Nordost perhaps? Star wars, and George Lucas's saga...
  6. Big Dog RJ

    Clarisys Audio Auditorium Loudspeaker

    Good to hear mate, it definitely sounds like you've found the one! Yes, can certainly relate to the "end game factor"... I've found mine as well, so I know the feeling. Cheers to music and fine recordings. Enjoy those finest tunes! Woof! RJ
  7. Big Dog RJ

    Nordost- Making the Connection

    Haaa, good one mate. It use to be that way in the old days, more or less. But now, since we've been together now for over 20yrs, I find that honesty and transparency is far better than hiding... plus when you're honest you get an extra cuddle or something to that effect. No more hiding from my...
  8. Big Dog RJ

    Clarisys Audio Auditorium Loudspeaker

    Attn: Byrdparis How are those Auditorium's coming along? Are they humming yet...? I'm thinking that you're following the guidelines on the required break-in period. Looking at the sheer size of these, those ribbon panels will most definitely require a fair amount of hours to really open up...
  9. Big Dog RJ

    What is the best acoustic material to place on the floor?

    Yes, the room the room the rooom! Very tricky to get right and even then is never perfect, nor is our hearing! When I purchased my final speakers back in Sept 2018, they were bigger than the little apartment we lived in! Wifey called it our beloved shoebox. Had various speakers in there, from...
  10. Big Dog RJ

    New darTZeel CTH 8550 MKII owner experience

    Very correct as mentioned in the last post, the ART150 will truly be overkill for your AG Horns. The ART150 is a power house, using a quad set of KT150 tubes. These are wired in Ultra linear pentode mode and in push-pull config, they will blow your roof off driving the Uno's very high efficiency...
  11. Big Dog RJ

    New darTZeel CTH 8550 MKII owner experience

    G'day mate, If those are the speakers that you're using: Avant Garde UNO SD, of course the Dartzeel amplifier will drive those! In fact, any high quality amplifier (tube or SS) will effortlessly drive horns. These are rated at 107dB 18 Ohm loads, which is a very benign load, there's absolutely...
  12. Big Dog RJ

    ZELLATON Reference loudspeaker installation at the Conrad Johnson factory

    Ah yes, the pm mode... I forgot about that one- under the covers. All goodey no worries then. Must be highly classified! The X-files no? Just having a giggle, no intention to pluck any feathers. Trust the info sought after was up to par Cheers maaate RJ
  13. Big Dog RJ

    ZELLATON Reference loudspeaker installation at the Conrad Johnson factory

    No reply as yet... Too busy enjoying those very fine tunes! And building that awesome gear with those outstanding Zellaton's as their primary reference speakers. Now that deserves a mighty WOOF! RJ *Side note: that room looks a bit dinghy though. I was expecting some plush furniture with...
  14. Big Dog RJ

    Conrad Johnson: New Preamp Flagship - ART88

    If I had that particular preamp, I wouldn't even bother with tube rolling. Especially with the ART88! Rather just enjoy the music. I'd be happy as with whatever version of tooobs Jeff sends in the unit. I'd be happily woofty woof'n! Not that I'm woof'n right now... Woof! RJ
  15. Big Dog RJ

    Hong Kong HiFi shops to visit

    Yes, not sure of any primary dealership as yet or whether in the process of setting up. I would've thought by now...2024/25, especially considering HK and its highend market buying capacity, they should have Alsyvox fully established but doesn't seem to be the case. I was thinking more on the...
  16. Big Dog RJ

    Hong Kong HiFi shops to visit

    HK just had their highend audio show last Aug. I just missed it, since I passed through Spore in July and onto Cmb to touch base with my pops (now turning 91 in June). There are some top notch dealers out there, where you'll be able to get to experience the awesome Genesis speakers and others...
  17. Big Dog RJ

    New darTZeel CTH 8550 MKII owner experience

    Outstanding! That's what I'm talking about. However, although their stereo MK1 amp was just about ok driving full range stats... (ML CLX's), the MK2 is supposed to have a higher current capacity. So that should be much better with stats, I'm thinking. I've only had the chance on a home trail...
  18. Big Dog RJ

    CJ's True work of Art, it's a passion nothing else!

    Mmm... ok sounds good but who's paying? Any donations for being a good doggy... Woof! RJ
  19. Big Dog RJ

    CJ's True work of Art, it's a passion nothing else!

    Yes very true! If you look closely maties... you'll notice a slightly silver type of finish on the SE connections of the ART88. These are actually a Rhodium plated flash, which is what it's called, superb finish! Most do gold plating or silver plating, JF takes that to a whole other level with...
  20. Big Dog RJ

    CJ's True work of Art, it's a passion nothing else!

    Ah! I do remember my trusted CJ techie mentioning a similar thing but only if highly required. In the majority of cases it wasn't an issue like I've outlined before. The handful of issues my mates did face were mostly to do with component layout / installation and internal loose ground wires (as...
  21. Big Dog RJ

    CJ's True work of Art, it's a passion nothing else!

    AJ definitely makes a point here, and based on his personal experiences having owned the brand for more than two decades. I can certainly understand the drama... and frustration. Having said that, the numerous gear and other makes I've owned plus all my dealer mates have owned as well, when it...
  22. Big Dog RJ

    CJ's True work of Art, it's a passion nothing else!

    Uh oh! You let the cat out of the bag... Grande Premier Series, sensational! 2035 you say... hopefully my doggy hearing will be upto scratch and tail still wagging. Woof! RJ
  23. Big Dog RJ

    CJ's True work of Art, it's a passion nothing else!

    Yes, I've come across other owners in other countries who've faced similar issues. However, as that very Wiseman told me, if there's a will then there's a way! Just make it work mate! During my dealership years (98 - 2004) spanning the Sth East Asian region, none of us ever encountered a hum...
  24. Big Dog RJ

    CJ's True work of Art, it's a passion nothing else!

    On another woof for the road... I'm just wondering at this finest level of audio playback, what more can JF do with these designs. Looking at the sheer brilliance of this ART series gear and now he's just released another top of the line ART phono-preamp. I really don't know how it could get...
  25. Big Dog RJ

    CJ's True work of Art, it's a passion nothing else!

    That's a very good question mate! In fact I agree, when you read through the other preamp descriptions, general specs and the brief write up... they all seem the same! Only thing that varies may be the tooobs themselves. There is of course the ultimate test/ judgement, and that's the actual...
  26. Big Dog RJ

    CJ's True work of Art, it's a passion nothing else!

    ART phonostage! Oh nice one maaate. That's the only ART component I've not yet heard. When I headed out last July, the ART phono-preamp wasn't yet released, so that was still in the making. Funny thing is, all my dealer mates in Spore were talking about one to compliment the full ART line-up...
  27. Big Dog RJ

    CJ's True work of Art, it's a passion nothing else!

    Yep, that's about right as AJ ( Another Johnson), and LL have stated above. Also just to add, back during the ownership of messers C & J, there was a much wider range. This included the PV, MV, Premier and Sonograph series. After that the original ART preamp was introduced, followed by the ACT2...
  28. Big Dog RJ

    A small upgrade in speakers... The CLXArt a true masterpiece!

    That's some great amplification there MP (mister pig). A fine combination Cheers, and do enjoy those fine tunes! Woof! RJ
  29. Big Dog RJ

    A small upgrade in speakers... The CLXArt a true masterpiece!

    Yes, that distance from the front wall is really critical. Sometimes you can get away with 4ft... just about to create that soundstage depth. However, when we finally built our new house and I was able to get nearly 6ft away from the front wall, oh boy did that soundstage depth have magic...
  30. Big Dog RJ

    What Speakers are you using with ART27? Fully "Alive" Sound?

    One thing I forgot to mention and you probably know this; With tube gear, and especially at this level, the tubes themselves also require a certain amount of hours to settle in. Typically 50 to 100hrs as well, so it's not just the electronics. Therefore, allow the tubes in your ART88 to settle...

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