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  1. K

    MUSIC IS FUNDAMENTAL TO ALMOST EVERYONE

    Agree; its the variability in electrical supply, panels, switches, current. Its also the reverberation of plaster, the vagaries of wooden and or leaded windows, etc. Having lived in an old timer with these issues, then building out my own space, the consistency of flooring, walls and...
  2. K

    MUSIC IS FUNDAMENTAL TO ALMOST EVERYONE

    100%. Discuss the devs' background. Show us the manufacturer listening room. Decribe ancillary equipment. Kudos for not going with reviewers in 10" x 12" rooms in old buildings no matter how lyrical they wax.
  3. K

    MUSIC IS FUNDAMENTAL TO ALMOST EVERYONE

    That music manufacturers need to talk more about their credentials is a loaded issue. What exactly drives their certainty in quality, comparisons, and pricing of components? So many manufacturer websites are front loaded with pitches based on either seemingly objective discussions (of algos...
  4. K

    MUSIC IS FUNDAMENTAL TO ALMOST EVERYONE

    Agree! Didn't mean to get too contentious but I knew this would be a can o' worms... In the pursuit of artifact reduction an ee could be removing the essential overtones which are only recognized by a pro ear. A hifi enthusiast wouldn't necessarily pick it up or indeed could be conditioned...
  5. K

    MUSIC IS FUNDAMENTAL TO ALMOST EVERYONE

    Or: "only a musician can guage reproduction" ....discuss civilly my friends ; )
  6. K

    MUSIC IS FUNDAMENTAL TO ALMOST EVERYONE

    Exactly. More than that: one needs to hear a violin playing often, on their own shoulder or in a small space, to know the "make it ring" objective in reproduction. Most importantly, hifi needs to know the goal intimately, and - to know when to expect it -, in order to correctly reproduce it.
  7. K

    MUSIC IS FUNDAMENTAL TO ALMOST EVERYONE

    Another issue surrounding tonal density and the relation of fundamental to harmonics in stringed instruments is: the overtones created by: a) the body of the instrument; and b) the other strings. When a strings teacher tells you to "make it ring" they are referring to the sweet spot near the...
  8. K

    MUSIC IS FUNDAMENTAL TO ALMOST EVERYONE

    I love your discussion of "appropriate tonal density" defined by the relative strength of the fundamental to its harmonics. And I agree that there is a correct such proportion. The secret sauce in hifi appears to rely in large part on how manufacturers perceive this proportion and to what...
  9. K

    Preamp Decision – L1 Stereo, L1 Mono or C1 Mono alone

    I lived with the C1/X1 for 6-12 months before adding the L1. Agree with the comments: not even close, the L1 added true harmonic depth and punch to the C1. I would encourage you not to stop at the C1.
  10. K

    Which will be your next purchase?

    Another CH X1 for my L1, or....trial of the Verity Monsalvat front end for synergy! What are your thoughts regarding the benefit of a dedicated X1 for CH L1?
  11. K

    What Do We Mean By "Resolution"?

    Crystal Cable Ultimate Dream (not looking to make any enemies lol)
  12. K

    What Do We Mean By "Resolution"?

    Interesting thread and I would add: pedal usage on piano. I find this subtle low frequency information to be a true occurance, the recording of which depends on microphone placement. But if it's recorded then I want to hear it. It adds immeasurably to my enjoyment of, for example...
  13. K

    CD Transport vs Music Server

    Thanks for chiming in! I was afraid to post that my old school Jadis JD1 with the Philips Pro top loading transport hooked up to my CH C1/L1/X1 sounded far better than a Melco into the same CH...Correcting for volume as best as possible, driving my wife nuts on blind A/B testing etc. Cheers,
  14. K

    A Visit to AudioArts - NYC to hear CH Precision - FM Acoustics - Zellaton

    Guys, thanks for the JV visit to AA; pretty amazing that JV would go to visit a dealer, don't recall if he's done it before. Looking forward to the full Zellaton/FMA review as I'd trust that Gideon is making the best equipment combinations with the Zells.
  15. K

    A Visit to AudioArts - NYC to hear CH Precision - FM Acoustics - Zellaton

    Awesome photos, thanks for reporting. Can you comment more about the Stenheim bass vs Zellaton, and was Sten as fast.
  16. K

    A Visit to AudioArts - NYC to hear CH Precision - FM Acoustics - Zellaton

    Great solution sorren, congrats! Nothing like these (too infrequent) gear epiphanies. What made you choose the Fuuga over other mc's, is your analog now as fast as at AA? I'm considering the P1 to add to my chain but truthiness is: my time is presently too limited for the ritual that good vinyl...
  17. K

    Desire - Bob Dylan

    Best recommendation for Dylan in Hi-Rez is..Live. Seen every set list for past 20 years. Never a Masters encore. At least not for years. People have no idea.
  18. K

    A Visit to AudioArts - NYC to hear CH Precision - FM Acoustics - Zellaton

    Congrats on the CH L1! It's been revelatory, an end of the road piece for me. In a way, using the C1/X1 alone for half a year was instructive because the C1 has a way of illuminating musical themes, imparting coherency that makes classical music so rewarding. The CH L1 added width and depth to...
  19. K

    A Visit to AudioArts - NYC to hear CH Precision - FM Acoustics - Zellaton

    rsorren: You're living the dream! I've used the C1 alone, then with L1. Just as Gideon advised, there was no contest. At volume the depth and power of the midbass with L1 added is game changer, you will enjoy it immensely. What'll be great to hear is your audition of the FMA pre in this...
  20. K

    A Visit to AudioArts - NYC to hear CH Precision - FM Acoustics - Zellaton

    erratum: older goldmund in my second room is the mimesis integrated 390, paired to goldmund dialogues with fm acoustics forcelines. Trying out Schnerzinger wiring will check back soon,
  21. K

    A Visit to AudioArts - NYC to hear CH Precision - FM Acoustics - Zellaton

    The circle of audio manufacturers in your area is impressive; any update about your listening sessions and any FM Acoustics experience would be appreciated! I'm near Seattle and in NYC occasionally allowing a listen at AA, "the Swiss embassy" (the angelic Goldmund 383 paired with Gmund...
  22. K

    A Visit to AudioArts - NYC to hear CH Precision - FM Acoustics - Zellaton

    CK: yes adding X1 to L1 should be beneficial, maybe Gian can chime in. Rsorren: thanks for you AA report. You're listening to a lot of different gear- great to get feedback. Is this fact finding or planned additions to your CH rig? At this level it's likely personal preference and music...
  23. K

    A Visit to AudioArts - NYC to hear CH Precision - FM Acoustics - Zellaton

    Yes on the isolation bases, but can't countenance parting with them for xover install for now. Wrt CH L1, as my previous post was lost in the site update, it is revelatory. I am now running CH L1 + C1 + X1. The C1 is hooked up to X1 to beef up the source and let L1 pass it through. With...
  24. K

    Frequency Sensitivity of Our Ears

    The complaint of irritating high pitches is due to recruitment, in which there is an abnormal progression of loudness perceived with deterioration in nerve hearing. Effectively, your dynamic range is reduced at these frequencies, and what is perceived as comfortably loud is abnormally close to...
  25. K

    A Visit to AudioArts - NYC to hear CH Precision - FM Acoustics - Zellaton

    Gianluigi: In considering CH vs FM acoustics, (a path that I've been considering for a while for lets say digital sourced) what would be the likely differences? Your experiences with Kondo and others are valuable! I have heard the CH on Zellatons and would characterize the sound as speed freak...
  26. K

    A Visit to AudioArts - NYC to hear CH Precision - FM Acoustics - Zellaton

    Tunes: thanks for the photos! The calibration options on the P1 are truly amazing. I hope to get to hear it soon. rsorren: congrats on the structural shift in your audio odyssey. I know exactly what you mean about dropping the metal remote, mouth agape, at a vivid moment. Its equal parts...
  27. K

    A Visit to AudioArts - NYC to hear CH Precision - FM Acoustics - Zellaton

    Hi rsorren, what a great post, thank you for taking the time comment on FMA and CH. In your first visit, the FM 255 pre used, while on the second there was C1 dac pre only. Did you have a chance to listen to the L1? I'd be interested to hear your observations of C1 dac pre as opposed to L1...
  28. K

    A Visit to AudioArts - NYC to hear CH Precision - FM Acoustics - Zellaton

    I agree: it's a listening studio not to be missed. It is large and silent but lively. Anyone auditioning at this level needs to hear equipment at 90db in this kind of space. Both of my visits were arranged via email, not telephone, and communication was excellent. The speed of those...
  29. K

    A Visit to AudioArts - NYC to hear CH Precision - FM Acoustics - Zellaton

    Thanks for your report about CH and FMA, as the recent news of resurgent FMA in NA and JV conferring best in class to the M1 have piqued my interest too. I have been living with the C1/X1 for a few months as well. Your observation of "...what speed means in audio" rang true and was the...
  30. K

    CH Precision Forum Created

    My X1 arrived yesterday, after 6 months of living with C1 alone and using it as pre amp. Looking forward to updating thread as it develops. I've followed the Florian's work for over ten years back at Anagram, and Orpheus Labs, hope he chimes in. As I understand it, the constant power delivery...

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