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  1. I've got one, I may be looking to unload soon. I'm wanting something with a remote, can't decide if I want to keep it for a second system or not. I also haven't decide with what exactly I want to replace it yet.
  2. Tim is right. I do it this way for 99% of my music files. It's not easily noticeable, but the airport express has an optical connection in the 3.55mm jack, as does my macbook pro. So you can run a digital signal straight to your receiver or dac of choice. The only downside, and it's only for small percentage of my files, is that it will down convert 24bit files for wireless transmission to 16bit. Really it's a non issue though. I'm not sure if the newer Airport Express with wireless N does 24bit. I need to check out the new apple tv that was just released, it does the same wireless streaming but with videos too. It would be nice if it transmitted higher bitrate files.
  3. Paul's wife was my aunt's piano teacher. I was talking with her about Klipsch and she told me a few stories about the man, one of which was his affinity for live music. She accompanied them many times to the orchestra. Off topic, she said he drove like a madman...haha.
  4. I've got the opportunity to grab a mc-2505 for $500 with a wood case. I've got the ma-6200, love it, love the sound, it fits all of my needs nicely. I think the 2505 is a pretty sweet deal, but it's less power than the 75w I'm running now. Of course both are plenty for the Cornwalls. So what I'm wondering is if I'll be gaining anything other than some extra weight on my stand? Would running a separate amp with the 6200 make a noticeable difference? I was reading a thread on AK about the mac sound being pretty similar between their ss gear, that the only difference within a particular generation of gear is the power. Anyone have any experience? I mean, I like the blue lamps and all, but if it's going to sound the same I'd rather put the $500 towards my new turntable fund. OTOH, I could probably get all of my money back if I did buy it and sell it off later.
  5. I didn't even look that close, just did a quick search, and the second link is for the CT-125. Ha!
  6. But, if you're dead set on keeping em original... http://cgi.ebay.com/KLIPSCH-K-77-M-HORN-TWEETERS-/370405944768?cmd=ViewItem&pt=Speakers_Subwoofers&hash=item563dea2dc0 http://cgi.ebay.com/Replacement-Tweeter-Klipsch-K-77-EV-T-35-Pair-New-/370395273068?cmd=ViewItem&pt=Speakers_Subwoofers&hash=item563d47576c
  7. Get the ct-125 tweeters from Crites, they're better than the k-77 anyhow.
  8. Well, I might see ya there. I don't plan that far ahead, I didn't even plan on going to Wakarusa till a few days before. It would definitely be worth a drive to Tulsa.
  9. Take your pick, it's all good. And they are true musicians on the stage. [Y] http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rdc1w8ypfVE&feature=related http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-4QE5j5yIYo&feature=related http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5AVd5RVukcs&feature=related http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KtJ3LS4lQnM&feature=related http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2yqSyK4LHIE&feature=related
  10. I got to see them last month, and I've got all their albums. They are the real deal, quite original. Go out and buy Attack and Release now, you won't regret it.
  11. I am not a fan of windows media player. I archive my music rips in FLAC, only because it's a slightly smaller file container, but for backup only. Lossles is lossless, and I use ALAC for all practical purposes. I've tried all the media players and found itunes to be the most intuitive by far. I ran an optical out of my computer to a separate DAC before I switched to a macbook pro. Now I use the DAC on my laptop, I find it more than adequate. There are ways to get flac to run in itunes and even ipods, but I'm not sure about the iphone. A few years ago I wouldn't sway from FLAC, but when I ran FLAC side by side with the ALAC I converted from the FLAC file through the outboard DAC using the same software I was convinced, they are the same. Using the same software and the same DAC should yield identical results using either codec. Plugins, Software, OS, DAC will all have an effect. I have my laptop wired to my LCD and stereo, and I use Mobile Air Mouse Pro app on my iphone to control the laptop, the itunes remote app on iphone is sweet as well, but I like the Air Mouse app better. I can't imagine a better setup. It sounds phenomenal.
  12. Boxx, How do you like the Thorens 125 compared to your Music Hall? I've been looking at a 125 for a few days. Thanks, Andy
  13. Just saw Boxx's system profile, Holy Crap! hahaha....agreed, ditch all the Mcintosh and Palladiums for the greater good. I've always wanted to hear the XRT 18, I've read some awesome things about it.
  14. That is interesting, I guess the music industry has been influenced by automobiles for longer than I thought. Wouldn't you say there is a difference between a production technique like the "wall of sound" used in the creation process and manipulating previously produced material by using compression in a remastering process?
  15. For the most part, I agree with this sentiment. In fact, when I see the word "remastered" the first thing I think of is compression. Generally the first CD releases of material that was recorded before CDs were mainstream is the best. Beginning in the late 80s and early 90s CDs were compressed so horribly to make them louder that is took all the dynamics out of the music. This was an evolution, and that is why most of the earlier CD releases are better. See the for a more detailed explanation. There are a few exceptions though, the SACD DSOTM being one of them. It is very well mastered, the '92 20th anniversary remaster, on the other hand, is compressed and suffers from it. I generally don't collect numerous copies of one album, however, if it is one of my favorite albums like Dark Side of The Moon, I'll ****** up all the different copies just to hear differences. It's not about being complete, it's about enjoying a hobby. There are guys out there that have 10 different turntables and in 3 different systems, and there are guys out there that have 6 versions of The White Album. Is it a bit overkill? Sure, but then again, I know people that think if you look beyond Best Buy for stereos and source material you're trying too hard. I'm just not one of them.
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