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  1. Geert1962

    What ethernet cables are members using?

    In my system, Naim ND 555, Naim PS 555 DR (two powersupplies), Melco S10 and Schnerzinger Lan Protector, I use the Shunyata Omega ethernet cables. For me one of the best I know and can afford.
  2. Geert1962

    New Spectral SDR 4000SV S2

    That the CH makes it possible to play SACD's. The sound is quite the same. I never had the chance to hear both players at the same time in the same set. The Spectral I know best because I own one. The CH Precision was at an event at my dealer.
  3. Geert1962

    New Spectral SDR 4000SV S2

    The D1.5 is in the EU 42.250 euro; the Spectral was first priced 49.900 euro. The CH Precision will play SACD and CD. For me playing CD's the Spectral is the best. Even when playing CD's the Spectral SDR 4000 SV is superb.
  4. Geert1962

    New Spectral SDR 4000SV S2

    For me the most important is the sound. Is the sound the CD player or streamer "produce" as close as possible as the live music I've heard. The Spectral is very realistic, close. I need to invite a pianist or Orchestra at home for the most realist natural sound. That is impossible as we all...
  5. Geert1962

    New Spectral SDR 4000SV S2

    The price in the US does not include VAT, customs duty and the money you have to pay for the less VAT. In New York 8% VAT e.g. and in The Netherlands 21%. And more important the Factory set voltage in the US is 120 VAC @ 47.5 Hz to 440 Hz and 220, 240 as in Europe. Last but not least the price...
  6. Geert1962

    Your All Time Favorite Preamplifiers?

    My All Time Favorite Preamp is the Thrax Libra. This Preamp brings live music at your home. Expensive but worth every penny. For more info please take a look here: https://www.thraxaudio.com/libra.
  7. Geert1962

    New Spectral SDR 4000SV S2

    The price has been changed. TBA:( Thank god there are other brands like CH Precision. The CH Precision d1.5 is even better than my 4000SV.
  8. Geert1962

    What's the best nas server? Innuos or Melco???

    The best-sounding configuration for me is the Melco S10, + Naim ND 555 and two Naims 555 PS DR and the Shunyata Omega ethernetcable. Powercable Shunyata Omega. Very expensive but worth every penny.
  9. Geert1962

    Spectral factory contact - help

    Hi Dicky, Maybe the Dutch distributor can help you. Mr. Odijk is the owner. You can phone or send an e-mail. You can contact the company here: https://www.moremusic.nl/contact.html. Best regards, Geert
  10. Geert1962

    Your All Time Favorite Preamplifiers?

    Thrax Libra is for me one of the best sounding preamps today. Another great one is the Alieno preamp. Both expensive but worth every $.
  11. Geert1962

    What ethernet cables are members using?

    Greetings Re-tread, Thanks for your nice post. Yes I have a Shunyata Omega Ethernet cable. I use this cable between my Naim streamer and the Melco S100 switch. Before that I had a Shunyata Sigma Ethernet cable and a Audioquest Vodka. For me the Omega is the most realistic cable without...
  12. Geert1962

    What ethernet cables are members using?

    In my system I use the Sigma Omega connecting to my Naim ND 555.
  13. Geert1962

    Speaker Recommendation up to 70K

    Listen to the Zellaton Stage or Zellaton Reference mk 2. The illusion of live performers at home is there. For my ears and money the best there is.
  14. Geert1962

    What are you currently listening to (Classical)?

    Nice cd. Do you know if this cd is still for sale?
  15. Geert1962

    CTH-8550 mark2 and Zellaton

    Did you hear both amps with the Stage? An integrated amp can be grat like e.g. the Humboldt. A pre amp and poweramp is often much better as Thrax or Spectral proof. The Humboldt s great for less money but for my ears, music the Thrax is much better. Maybe my sources and cables makes the...
  16. Geert1962

    CTH-8550 mark2 and Zellaton

    The Humboldt is great indeed. For me the Dartzeel and Thrax bring more realistic, live music. But both are must more expensive.
  17. Geert1962

    Any experience with Townshend Allegri reference or Thrax Dionysos preamps

    There are in several countries dealers where you can listen this great gear. Find a dealer is a topic on www.thrax.bg. The way of thinking will be the way of listening. Thrax makes great stuff for a nice price.
  18. Geert1962

    Any experience with Townshend Allegri reference or Thrax Dionysos preamps

    I envy only people who are healthy. Why should I envy the Libra owners? The Dionysos is second best.
  19. Geert1962

    Any experience with Townshend Allegri reference or Thrax Dionysos preamps

    Congratulations.
  20. Geert1962

    Any experience with Townshend Allegri reference or Thrax Dionysos preamps

    Enjpy your listening sessions tomorrow. You will be surprised. Or in the words of Paul McCartney "Maybe you're amazed the way Dionysos V2 brings live music to you."
  21. Geert1962

    Any experience with Townshend Allegri reference or Thrax Dionysos preamps

    The reviewer has great ears. Enjoy listening to the Donysos. Indeed it is the best. Looking forward for your findings.
  22. Geert1962

    Any experience with Townshend Allegri reference or Thrax Dionysos preamps

    Those three amps are also great but a little bit older. The Dionysos V2 is new and here in The Netherlands not too expensive. Give Thrax a try and you will be amazed.
  23. Geert1962

    Any experience with Townshend Allegri reference or Thrax Dionysos preamps

    RaChik For almost twenty years I had several Spectral preamps like for e.g. the 30SL, 30SS and the 30SV. Last year I listened to the D’Agostino Progression preamplifier, Soulution 520 and Thrax Dionysos V2. Unfortunately the darTZeel NHB-18NS was a no go because there is no distributor in The...
  24. Geert1962

    Thrax Libra - A Statement Preamplifier and A Game Changer

    The Dionysos pre amp is amazing. For me one of the best pre amps today. The Libra is even bnetter but 2,5 the price. The Dionysos and Heros is superb. Try it and be amazed.
  25. Geert1962

    CTH-8550 mark2 and Zellaton

    I know that darTZeel makes great amplifiers. Unfortunately there is no distributor in The Netherlands. Thrax amplfiers are an excellent match for the Stage.
  26. Geert1962

    CTH-8550 mark2 and Zellaton

    I don't understand your reaction. Perfect-sense is a company based in Sweden; I live in The Netherlands and buy my amps and more here not in Sweden. Have you ever heard th Zellatons? There are a lot of great amps that make the Xellaton sing like a nightingale. e.g. darTZeel, Soulution, CH...
  27. Geert1962

    CTH-8550 mark2 and Zellaton

    I listened to several integrated amps and to pre and power apmlifiers in combination with my Zellaton. For me and my ears in the first place the best is the Thrax pre and power amp. Maybe for you is an integrated the best.
  28. Geert1962

    CTH-8550 mark2 and Zellaton

    Thank you. For almost 30 years I owned Spectral electronics. Thrax is cheaper and brings more music in my home.
  29. Geert1962

    Thrax Libra - A Statement Preamplifier and A Game Changer

    I've listened to all three preamps (Dan, Soulution and Thrax). For me the best in transparency, soundstage, the level of clarity and authority is the Thrax.
  30. Geert1962

    CTH-8550 mark2 and Zellaton

    Thank you. The Stage is indeed one of the very best speakers. Recently I bought the Thrax Dionysos preamp and Heros poweramps. The match perfect. Live music in my house.

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