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It was in mid 1976 after moving into our first home that I decided to "upgrade" my hifi system which consisted of a Sansui receiver and 3-way speakers purchased from the PX while I was serving in the Army. Knew nothing about Klipsch, but a coworker mentioned the La Scala as a possible candidate for my new system. So happens there was a Klipsch dealer in my hometown (Pro Audio, Oakland CA) and they had a pair of the LS’s on the floor. At first sight I knew I had to have them, even before the salesman turned on the system. We made a deal for the LS’s and a Yamaha CA-1000, and I’m happy to say they are still in use today, almost 50 years later. I don’t remember the very first piece of music I played with my new hifi setup, but I’m sure Carlos’ "Switched On Bach" vinyl LP was near the top of that list. And BTW, I still have that LP as well. I guess some things just never get old !! ~
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My copy just came in today @ SF Bay Area, NorCal. Might just leave the wrapper on to keep it "mint."
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Oh boy, oh boy, won't be long now !! https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/loveinjectionnyc/the-dope-from-hope-book/posts/3933810?ref=ksr_email_backer_project_update_registered_users
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Post Some Pictures of Your Cassette Decks - Analog Section
scalawag replied to CCG's topic in 2-Channel Home Audio
Earlier this year I traded in my old HK deck and some cash for a fully restored Naka 480Z. Had my eyes on a pristine LX-5 but just couldn't justify the asking price. Be that as it may, the 480Z performs admirably, so no real heartache, just smiles.... -
You should be good. My desktop "system" is an M1 iMac with Klipsch R-15PM bookshelf speakers, and connectivity/performance is solid with no issues whether rca-analog, bluetooth, toslink-optical, or usb. I have even connected my Mi Macbook Pro with the R-15PM units with the same good results. I would think the "Three" would offer the same connectivity options. Note: if connecting via usb you will need a usb-c adapter going into the iMac....
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Here are my original '76 'Scala X-overs cleaned up and mounted on new boards. Except for the solid wire leads of the air-core inductor, the X-overs appear to use ordinary 18ga stranded wire between the components. Speaking of the inductor, doublecheck the hold-down screw - it should be non-magnetic (brass) and not regular metal crews as my originals were. Good luck on your "restoration."
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Never once did I ever imagine what a "sound" investment these 'Scalas would turn out to be. I purchased mine simply because the design and the craftsmanship appealed to me - appreciation for their audio capabilities came after. I was given a 10% discount off the 'Scala and Yam amp "bundle" but they still amounted to a "big ticket" expense to me. Now I just chuckle (or weep!) at my good fortune. ~
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Did not have the means or opportunity to see and hear them "live" but did manage to pick up a couple of their LPs. Their warm and unique voices, guitar work, "messages in song" have always appealed to me, and their vinyl pressings are actually quite good. Whenever I have a hankering for 60s folk music, these are the first albums I pull out of the cabinet:
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It may not match the legendary characteristics of the vaunted V15-Type XXX, but the N97xe does an admirable job of tracking and transforming vinyl grooves into a great listening experience, at least for me. I have one N97 with JICO SAS/B mounted to a standard Technics headshell, and another N97 with JICO SAS/R mounted in wood (notice cantilever in pic below). I was fortunate to pick up my two N97s early on @ $99 ea before they went out of production resulting in the crazy prices sellers are asking now.
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I've run the JB4 in my Q60 for about three years now, and along with the DTE PedalBox, driving the car is a much more enjoyable experience. As I can only get 91-octane here in CA, I've programmed the JB4 to be on the safe side with a max of 5psi over stock. But even at that modest level, engine performance is quite impressive. And I do believe that the JB4 is undetectable once removed from the vehicle - I've had it at the dealer three times for warranty purposes (software recalls and leaking water pump) and they never once asked if I had ever "modded" the motor. I imagine you would get the same performance results with your Z4, perhaps even better as Burger Motors is primarily BMW oriented. Highly recommended.
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One factor that might be contributing to the "bloated/boomy" sound you are hearing are the "hard" surfaces of your listening room, ie the walls and floor. You might try laying down an area rug and maybe a put up a couple of wall hangings to absorb some of the reflected sound coming out of your speakers. I'm sure others on this forum can explain/resolve these issues in better detail than I....
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Ok, for you I added some wires to the "refresh." Do you see them? 😁