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Post by djoel on May 16, 2011 16:08:27 GMT -5
I have the same 4311ci and the XPA3 and I'm quite happy how everything sounds with my B&W system.
Djoel
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Post by djoel on Apr 19, 2011 9:43:04 GMT -5
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My ERC-1 is getting less and less use, my Mac mini is so darn convenient to use. I only use it to assess new CD's. Bet it will last me decades![/quote]
So you burn using the Mac Mini? And does it has enough space for your tunes, or you have to buy additional space? I know hard drives are cheap enough, but I was just wondering is you just use the Mac. I love using my Apple TV original, but I 'ev been getting some sputtering from it of lately...So I'm thinking of the mini.
Djoel
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Post by djoel on Apr 19, 2011 9:30:01 GMT -5
I don't get why the ERC-1 missed out on SACD playback, how do the el cheapo DVD players that will play SACD get around it? And wouldn't that be awesome a Emo BDP....A multi region EMO universal BD player would rock big time Agreed 100%  Dan |
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Post by djoel on Apr 18, 2011 16:26:03 GMT -5
But they need another BD licence from Sony! ...Sony owns the entire goddamn world! ;D Are'nt there way around the licence thing a loop hole ? Like buying a bunch of Oppo guts, and building a player around it? I think that's how Lexicon, and Ayre did there players? Djoel |
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Post by djoel on Feb 24, 2011 17:48:17 GMT -5
I'll take one of those you have on your avatar, in black.  If we're taking orders..I'll read the above after I post this one.. |
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Post by djoel on Feb 19, 2011 23:15:26 GMT -5
^^^ Allan I keep hearing/ reading great things about that machine, and it's a shame Sony decided discontinue them according to some circles. I'm suppose to be getting an Oppo this coming March, and would love to compare both units if I can get my hands on one. Congrats on your sacd player Dan Thanks, Dan. The SRV SACD has gone to a loving home, as you can see... I believe Sony did shut down production on this player, but this is not official as of this writing. I have a friend who works for Sony overseas (although not in the audio part) but he did tell me that Sony wanted to make a real top notch player and did not care so much about the retail versus the cost because the production was going to be so low. They were more interested in getting people's attention with a very fine player for a relatively reasonable price. I cannot confirm this theory production strategy but I do know the press has been all over this player. Also, if anyone can absorb to not make much profit on a SACD player, I would think Sony is in the best position to do so. The CD playback is surreal. I have heard the Ayre CD player and at that time I thought that was the finest I had ever heard. This Sony 5400 player is at least as good as that. Although I adore my Mirage M3-si, I wonder if I can take the experience to another level with different speakers. Only time will tell. And money, of course. ;D Would love to hear your thoughts on the Oppo 95 (if that's the one you're getting). take care Glad you really enjoying the SRV, which makes me that the more happy. Your endorsement of the XA5400ES makes me want to run out a get one, but cash makes that a bit impossible  Oh well, maybe mid year. Happy listening Dan |
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Post by djoel on Feb 19, 2011 11:37:29 GMT -5
^^^
Allan I keep hearing/ reading great things about that machine, and it's a shame Sony decided discontinue them according to some circles.
I'm suppose to be getting an Oppo this coming March, and would love to compare both units if I can get my hands on one.
Congrats on your sacd player
Dan
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Feb 19, 2011 11:26:55 GMT -5
Post by djoel on Feb 19, 2011 11:26:55 GMT -5
Any updates Matt.
Dan
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Post by djoel on Feb 11, 2011 10:04:31 GMT -5
Hey Matt
A bit off topic here, as the above is a bit foreing to me but would love to learn the essentials.
Hope the 3311 is doing you fine and bring lots to the table, hopefully I'll get to talk to you while you're at Bill's in the next few weeks. I would love here your opinion/ advice about music storing heck even movie burning, where to start, software and what's the easiest boob way for a tech challenge guy like me. I've been looking for the best way to store my media for some time, I have read a few thread, but I never seem to find one where they list the right hardware in a chronological order.
I'll be following this thread with great interest, being that you have list a few items, from a piratical website with reviews, and ratings.
Thanks
Dan
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Post by djoel on Feb 6, 2011 16:08:15 GMT -5
I own the Def tech Mythos ST, and was really happy with the sound stage and the bass coming out of these speakers, but was terribly disappointed when listening to dedicate 2 music . The tweeter was what would get to me, it was a bit irritating at long listening sessions. Ran out and got a pair Dali Helicon MK1 and immediately knew what I wanted from the Mythos. Now that the Triton 2 has a ribbon tweeter that might just make a difference. Would not mind getting a listen to see if it cleared that hurdle.
Just my two cents
Dan
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Post by djoel on Jan 22, 2011 11:15:54 GMT -5
Bad ass, reminiscent of some early Krell, or Jeff Rowland amps..Very cool.
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Post by djoel on Jan 6, 2011 17:52:17 GMT -5
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Post by djoel on Jan 2, 2011 21:47:25 GMT -5
You are welcome  Dan |
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Post by djoel on Jan 2, 2011 21:45:39 GMT -5
I am looking forward to see what the nxe version for the 83 is about. This may be cheaper than buying a 95. I already have my 83 modified for all region. That will be definitely a sick Mod for the 83ES, for those holding on to theirs or purchased a use one at decent price..Win win. Djoel |
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Post by djoel on Jan 2, 2011 15:06:40 GMT -5
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Post by djoel on Dec 30, 2010 21:22:36 GMT -5
When have you ever heard of an electronics manufacturer "announce" they are discontinuing something? They want you to keep buying so they might deplete their inventory so they rarely say a word..... Its usually a dead giveaway though when the deep discounting starts. That most of the time means they want out from under..... You have heard of closeout sales haven't you? Isn't there one going on disguised as a holiday sale |
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Post by djoel on Dec 30, 2010 21:20:18 GMT -5
Im not surprised at all. Its just your basic marketing 101. Those products have run their course and now its time to reinvent everything all over again. EMO has retired a lot of gear over the years - consider it planned obsolescence. Just like other manufacturers of all sorts of items from cameras, to computers to cars, they need to reason for you to re up and buy everything all over again.... Look for Emo receivers - and amps of the the class H topology and/or class D. Not sure which they will trot out first but they are a comin.... Oh, and a neat modular speaker design.......... I agreed as well, not surprised at all, specially after getting the current emails I've received from Emotiva, and hinting at the the inevitable On that note would love to have a pair of XPA-1's, and at the price they're selling they are quite the bargain. DJoel |
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Post by djoel on Dec 30, 2010 21:00:16 GMT -5
Yeah, he used to be a Lounge member. I'm not sure if he's still around anymore, but he has some very nice gear, and for him to say those things about the UMC speaks volumes about it's SQ. I've always heard that sq of the UMC is second to none, and compared to other much higher cost component it bets the pant of those. It has always piqued my curiosity, and has tempted me to buy one many of times. Now what has many in a frenzy is the lack of consistency which can become highly frustrating. Take the latter out of the equation and I'm sure Emotiva would have had a real winner in their hands, and plenty of happy people. I really hope, the next incarnation of the UMC can drop more jaws the second time around. Just my two cents Djoel |
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Post by djoel on Dec 24, 2010 17:09:58 GMT -5
Sounds like a fried cap..
Djoel
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Post by djoel on Dec 19, 2010 21:28:21 GMT -5
And so is the BDP-95 |
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If we're taking orders..I'll read the above after I post this one..
Oh well, maybe mid year.
