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    New reference

    World's First 8-Woofer Reaction-Canceling Super Speaker—Vivid Audio's Moya M1 (March 2024) (youtube.com)
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    Top 10 best sounding rock of the 60s - early 80s

    I'm back into vinyl and enjoying it very much. What I find myself doing as of late is - finding the music of my youth that I had mostly abandoned from an audiophile perspective on vinyl that, when A - B versus digital is markedly better. So my ask is - what are your top 10 rock albums sonically...
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    Audionet support and contacts

    I've owned the Audionet Max and the G2 Preamp for a few years now and had an issue with each amp. One yielded an error on shut down - "Discharge Malfunction", however it still operated fine and the other would not turn on. I shipped them to the GTT Audio - recommended repair center in AZ who...
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    AXPONA BOS

    Best of Show Axpona 2023 Show Awards! - Audionirvana.org
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    The importance of cabinet material on sound

    In recent decades, there seems to be an acceleration of development and implementation of more exotic materials for speaker cabinets including but not limited to aluminum, carbon fiber, fiberglass, marble composite and many combinations of wood composites. However, there are still many ultra -...
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    New Giya Spirits in the house

    After a few trials and tribulations got these in recently and up to the audio room. So far, I'm liking what I'm hearing. The first 2 key takeaways compared to the Giya G2 S2 is - 1) Much bigger and bolder sound. 2) Bass is more articulate and more accurate, more real. I was worried about...
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    Custom dedicated audio room owners unite!

    I'm hoping to be amongst the small percent that can custom build their audio room. I know there's a lot of information on this site, however, I was hoping to procure information consolidated that answers: 1) What are the dimensions of your room and were there any restrictions that led to the...
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    Interview with Laurence, good stuff

    Interview Laurence Dickie - Vivid Audio - YouTube
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    Aqua DAC or streamer upgrades or new models

    As an owner of the Aqua LinQ and Formula xHD rev 2 DAC I very much enjoy the musicality along with detail achieved by these products. However, there hasn't been an upgrade or newer models for some years now. Is anyone aware of upcoming products and upgrades?
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    Any Kef R3 or Meta owners here?

    I have a pair of Kef R3s in my office and love them. Great for near - field with the coaxial driver and amazing bass especially when coupled with a sub or 2. One of the best bangs for your $ in an affordable monitor IMO!
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    Footers or platform isolation

    Much good content on this forum (thanks to all) but I couldn't seem to find anything specific to whether folks preferred an isolation rack / platform over footers let alone any compares of one versus the other (there are many choices as we all know). Some use both. For my situation I'm looking...
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    Audionet Pre G2 preferred connectivity

    I'm an owner of the Audionet Max amps and have the matching Pre G2 on the way. Thoughts from owners or those that know on the preferred connectivity? Single ended versus balanced? I understand that from the pre to the amps there's an op amp or components in line in the mono blocks that make...
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    Power requirements - does more power matter that much?

    I spent a bit of time running the numbers to see about how much amplifier power matters as part of a FB post. I thought some folks might find it interesting and may be able to correct me if I'm incorrect in my quick assessment. I appreciate any feedback and comments. Here are my thoughts on...
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    A Review of the Aqua Acoustic Quality LinQ Network Interface

    Aqua Acoustic Quality LinQ Network Interface review - July 2020 For starters, this review is almost as much about the SOTM Neo (+ capacitor upgrade) streamer + the Sonore LPSU combo as it is about the LinQ, allow me to explain. As we have all experienced some level of...
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    The best simplest mains to subwoofer integration?

    As some of my audiophile friends know my obsession with great bass continues. And the more I learn and listen it’s become increasingly apparent to me that in order to get true full - range effortless and accurate sound without compromise the ultimate in woofer to subwoofer integration would...
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    Audio quality per source components' cost comparison

    I know most people feel that it's difficult to compare source types per $ but if you had to compare digital to analog (turntable) versus analog (R2R) how would you rate all them? For example IME and IMO: - An ~$18K turntable setup (TT, phono pre, vibration control platform, cartridge, tonearm)...
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    New Usher reference speakers

    Looks like usher has upgraded the BE10 and BE20 with diamond coated mid range drivers to match the tweeter. https://usheraudio.com.tw/portfolio-item/td-20/
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    Vivids with T+A amps or integrated

    I was curious if anyone has experience with T+A and Vivids. I heard an HV T+A preamp + monos and HV T+A integrated with several Magicos and very much like the full bodied yet detailed and quite dynamic sound I heard.
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    Giyas tipped up in the highs

    Vivid owners, if I can ask - my new G2 S2s have ~200 hours on them and to my ears are tipped up in the highs. The only way to really ensure they are balanced across mids - high is to raise them up on a platform 3+ inches, tilt them back and ensure little to no toe - in. My SS seat isn't...
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    New Vivids in the house

    After many months investigating many speakers I have purchased a pair of Vivid Audio Giya G2 Series 2s. They are exceptional and beautiful. Among the many speakers I have heard including TAD, EA, Wilson, YG, Magico, Rockport and others they are best mix of neutrality, speed and most important -...
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    Import duty from Europe to the US

    Hi folks, looking for feedback about import duties shipping used speakers from Europe (likely Germany) to the US. Thanks in advance!
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    Next speaker short list - opinions wanted!!!

    Howdy folks, I'm investigating my next speaker purchase (funds allowing) and would love to get some folks' opinions if you've heard any of the speakers below. If you have direct comparisons, all the better. Thanks in advance!! TAD CR1 Magico S5 Mk II Evolution Acoustics MM2 TAD M-1 Rockport...
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    Thoughts on Paradigm Persona speakers

    Especially the 9H http://www.theabsolutesound.com/articles/paradigm-persona-9h-loudspeaker/ Looks to be a high end killer but I've never heard it.
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    ABX tests - required or rejected?

    As I peruse social media sites and audio forums the science crowd often disputes any sonic benefits without evidence of ABX testing and rests on specifications as the bible for sonics. Thoughts? My key findings over 30 years in this hobby are: - While specs / measurements are important and...
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    A cool drink of Aqua Formula

    I've seen quite a bit of commentary on the Aqua Formula DAC so I thought I'd post a little review. If enough folks are interested and / or have Aqua HiFi gear, please let me know via comments. Thanks in advance for your time :-) Aqua Formula review (as compared to the Esoteric K-03) Bits from...
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    Kubala Sosna Emotion and JPS Labs Aluminata SCs

    I currently have JPS Aluminata speaker cables but have read many great things about Kubala Sosna cables. Any first hand experience comparing the Aluminatas to KS Emotion and/or Elation would be much appreciated.
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    Audio pics on Facebook without permission or awareness

    While perusing Facebook I couldn't help but notice a post from Valhalla audio and what seemed like some WBF members' systems. I didn't dig into the page purpose but I thought I'd let you all know. Available here: https://www.facebook.com/Valhalla-Audio-493651797352225/photos
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    Usher BE20D xover upgrade via GR Research

    Just upgraded the xovers in the Usher BE20Ds to GR Research upgrade kit. Changes include: - tube connector speaker terminals (internal wire to speaker cable banana terminal now <1/4" away - upgraded internal wire to custom oxygen free copper - all components upgraded to Sonicaps, Erse coils...
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    My audio journey and electronics alway in flux

    I apologize in advance for posting these pics in another thread, but here's my story along with latest pictures. As far back as I can remember I have been intrigued by audio electronics. I used to love playing with my Dad's half track reel to reel with the "green magic eye" tube back in the...
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    Usher speaker system pics

    Thought I'd start a thread for those with Usher Audio speakers or gear. Here are a few pics of my system still IP. Actually always IP..... And a side shot of 1 on the big brown babies! Disclaimer - I'm not professional photographer so please disregard the photo anomalies!

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