[SlimDevices: Audiophiles] Bluesound Node 2i DAC vs. Squeezebox 3?
Anyone know how these two DACs compare? Regards, Jim Kyle's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2541 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=113902 ___ audiophiles mailing list audiophiles@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/mailman/listinfo/audiophiles
Re: [SlimDevices: Audiophiles] Best option for an outdoor music system
LRLR makes sense. I'll give that a try. -- Kyle Regards, Jim Kyle's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2541 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=90459 ___ audiophiles mailing list audiophiles@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/mailman/listinfo/audiophiles
Re: [SlimDevices: Audiophiles] Best option for an outdoor music system
I have decided to go with an amp and two sets of outdoor speakers, along with a volume control as suggested here. I'll have two left channels and two right channels. Should I space the speakers evenly along the wall or would it make more sense to put the lefts and rights closer to each other? -- Kyle Regards, Jim Kyle's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2541 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=90459 ___ audiophiles mailing list audiophiles@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/mailman/listinfo/audiophiles
[SlimDevices: Audiophiles] Best option for an outdoor music system
A good friend recently built a covered outdoor patio at his farm. It is a lean-to attached to the side of his barn. It's probably 80 feet long and 25 feet wide. I'm trying to help him with a music system to play tunes through his iPod. I think four speakers mounted high along the long wall (it's about 20 feet high) would be sufficient. We can use powered speakers, if good ones exist, or shelter an amp somewhere. I guess we can control volume and song selection on the device itself. Budget is $500 to $1,000. Suggestions? -- Kyle Regards, Jim Kyle's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2541 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=90459 ___ audiophiles mailing list audiophiles@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/mailman/listinfo/audiophiles
Re: [SlimDevices: Audiophiles] My daughter needs a stereo/cd player for ipod
tyler_durden;324068 Wrote: How about asking at one of the thousands of ipod forums scattered all over the web? TD I asked there as well. Thanks. -- Kyle Kyle's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2541 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=50383 ___ audiophiles mailing list audiophiles@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/audiophiles
Re: [SlimDevices: Audiophiles] My daughter needs a stereo/cd player for ipod
I went ahead and ordered the Cambridge 745i. If it was for me, I'd get the Audioengines (I already have two sets), but my daughter wants the built-in CD player. It looks like a pretty decent system. Hopefully, the sound will be adequate. -- Kyle Kyle's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2541 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=50383 ___ audiophiles mailing list audiophiles@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/audiophiles
[SlimDevices: Audiophiles] My daughter needs a stereo/cd player for ipod
She wants something to hook her ipod too, but it also needs a cd player, so Audioengines won't do. Any suggestions? -- Kyle Kyle's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2541 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=50383 ___ audiophiles mailing list audiophiles@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/audiophiles
Re: [SlimDevices: Audiophiles] audioengine5 - how far?
I often use mine outside away from any walls, and they still sound pretty punchy. Unless you really like a lot of bass, they should do just fine in that configuration. -- Kyle Kyle's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2541 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=39300 ___ audiophiles mailing list audiophiles@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/audiophiles
Re: [SlimDevices: Audiophiles] Plug your SB3 into this!
Thanks, but no. No. 1, it's ugly. No. 2, how do you get any stereo imaging out of two speakers that are inches apart? -- Kyle Kyle's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2541 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=34607 ___ audiophiles mailing list audiophiles@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/audiophiles
Re: [SlimDevices: Audiophiles] Plug your SB3 into this!
How much is it? The website says it's not available in the US. -- Kyle Kyle's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2541 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=34607 ___ audiophiles mailing list audiophiles@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/audiophiles
Re: [SlimDevices: Audiophiles] Plug your SB3 into this!
ncpl;196150 Wrote: It's currently £1495 and is launched in the UK first. Wow! For that price, they should -include- a Ferrari! -- Kyle Kyle's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2541 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=34607 ___ audiophiles mailing list audiophiles@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/audiophiles
Re: [SlimDevices: Audiophiles] A photo of your Squeezebox setup (please)
A poll associated with this post was created, to vote and see the results, please visit http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=19817 Question: Should there be a new forum for photos? - yes - no - maybe Regarding room treatments and the Duos, this is from the FAQ on their website: The Avantgardes employ a controlled dispersion pattern. Approximately 85% of the sound reaches the ear directly. There's no need for room treatments to absorb or diffuse sidewall and ceiling reflections, because there aren't many. -- Kyle Kyle's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2541 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=19817 ___ audiophiles mailing list audiophiles@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/audiophiles
Re: [SlimDevices: Audiophiles] A photo of your Squeezebox setup (please)
A poll associated with this post was created, to vote and see the results, please visit http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=19817 Question: Should there be a new forum for photos? - yes - no - maybe sebage;190024 Wrote: Spousal judgement I think if you removed three books from the lefthand stack and moved it backward seven inches it would improve your soundstage immensely. -- Kyle Kyle's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2541 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=19817 ___ audiophiles mailing list audiophiles@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/audiophiles
Re: [SlimDevices: Audiophiles] A photo of your Squeezebox setup (please)
A poll associated with this post was created, to vote and see the results, please visit http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=19817 Question: Should there be a new forum for photos? - yes - no - maybe How did you determine the placement of the bookstacks? -- Kyle Kyle's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2541 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=19817 ___ audiophiles mailing list audiophiles@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/audiophiles
Re: [SlimDevices: Audiophiles] Little office/bedroom system
PhilNYC;187890 Wrote: I recently received a pair of these for eval (to decide whether I want to become a dealer for them). Haven't had a chance to hook them up yet, but I am eval'ing them on recommendation from an audiophile friend of mine who bought a pair for his brother and really liked them...will get to them in the next few days... Phil, I'm curious to hear your opinion of the AE5's. Have you had a chance to evaluate? -- Kyle Kyle's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2541 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=33584 ___ audiophiles mailing list audiophiles@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/audiophiles
Re: [SlimDevices: Audiophiles] Little office/bedroom system
325xi;189016 Wrote: ... so my quest ended up with ordering black Audioengine 5. Let's see if it will do for the meanwhile. At least you have 30 days to send them back if they don't live up to your expectations. -- Kyle Kyle's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2541 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=33584 ___ audiophiles mailing list audiophiles@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/audiophiles
Re: [SlimDevices: Audiophiles] Little office/bedroom system
325xi;189020 Wrote: No, I don't. AE doesn't sell direct to Canada, so I limited by terms of the local reseller. But they said to be very good, so even if I won't like them in the office - they're so versatile I'm sure I'll find some other, less critical application... Oops. Sorry. Please post your impressions, however. I love mine (also black). I'm listening at work right now. -- Kyle Kyle's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2541 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=33584 ___ audiophiles mailing list audiophiles@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/audiophiles
Re: [SlimDevices: Audiophiles] Little office/bedroom system
PhilNYC;189033 Wrote: ... but for casual listening, I'm impressed with what they are doing at their price. Hope this helps... That's my impression, as well. I wouldn't expect them to compete with anything that would be considered audiophile, but I think the offer great value and performance and compare favorably with anything I've heard in the sub-$1k range. -- Kyle Kyle's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2541 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=33584 ___ audiophiles mailing list audiophiles@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/audiophiles
Re: [SlimDevices: Audiophiles] Audioengine 5 thread
I've got a pair in my small office playing flac files directly through an external, 24-bit sound card. Since I'm playing at mostly low volume in an office setting, I use an equalizer to boost bass and treble response. However, I took them to the beach recently because my beach stereo ($1,000 list Denon CD/DVD system) was in the shop. I used an SB2 to play flac files in a much larger room (700 sq. ft.) at a much higher volume than my office. They handled the task better than the Denon system with higher maximum volume. Although bass response was impressive, I did hook up the Denon sub for a little extra kick. I'm certainly no audiophile when it comes to spending thousands on equipment, but I do appreciate clean, detailed audio with nice and punchy, but not overblown, bass. I'd recommend the Audioengines for any sub-audiophile application. -- Kyle Kyle's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2541 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=33632 ___ audiophiles mailing list audiophiles@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/audiophiles
Re: [SlimDevices: Audiophiles] Audioengine 5 thread
pablolie;188326 Wrote: I am no fan of exaggerated bass, but typically my main gripe about some settings is lack of bass extension and control. The AE5's have a passive woofer port on the back that needs some room. The setup guide recommend 6-12 inches between the back of the speaker and the rear wall for best bass response. They're only rated down to 60 Hz, but I'm often impressed with the bass response when listening to music. I think you'll be pleased with their performance. -- Kyle Kyle's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2541 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=33632 ___ audiophiles mailing list audiophiles@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/audiophiles
Re: [SlimDevices: Audiophiles] A virgin writes
pugwonk;187462 Wrote: Well, I said I'd do what I was told so I've bought a set of the AudioEngine 5 speakers. I'm jolly excited about it now. Now... since I bought speakers with the built-in amps, do I veto my right to be snobby about cables, or can I order cables from that place you guys suggested? All this help much appreciated, Chris The Audioengines come with cables that, along with your stock SB cables, will get you started. I wouldn't drop a wad on cables until I heard the stock setup first. As for a sub, try the speakers without one first. In a smaller room, unless you really want to vibrate the walls, I think you may be able to do without a sub. Speaker placement is critical. Make sure you have some space behind the AEs to allow the passive woofer ports to work properly. -- Kyle Kyle's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2541 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=33546 ___ audiophiles mailing list audiophiles@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/audiophiles
Re: [SlimDevices: Audiophiles] A virgin writes
shadowboxer;187580 Wrote: They have on the back a standard mini-jack input or standard RCA inputs that you can use. I am using the RCAs. I've got the new speaker posts, but the only RCA jacks on the back of my unit are the sub out jacks. Am I missing something? -- Kyle Kyle's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2541 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=33546 ___ audiophiles mailing list audiophiles@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/audiophiles
Re: [SlimDevices: Audiophiles] A virgin writes
I'll second the Audioengine5 recommendation. I bought a set for my office, and they sound fantastic. Even without a sub they put out an impressive amount of bass. Slim Devices uses these speakers at audio shows to demo their products. In fact, if you tell them Dean from Slim Devices sent you, they may provide you a discount. You can demo them for 30 days and return them if you're not satisfied. I took them to the beach this past weekend and used them in a 700-sq. foot room, and they performed very well. I never turned them more than halfway up. -- Kyle Kyle's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2541 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=33546 ___ audiophiles mailing list audiophiles@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/audiophiles
Re: [SlimDevices: Audiophiles] MP3 Car FM Transmitters
Why don't you check to see if you can hardwire a connection to the car radio? It shouldn't cost much, and you won't have to worry about inteference. -- Kyle Kyle's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2541 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=33045 ___ audiophiles mailing list audiophiles@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/audiophiles
Re: [SlimDevices: Audiophiles] For Sale White SB3 Wireless
cburns;182679 Wrote: It includes the remote, manual(ring mark on front) and original boxes. Who would dare use a Squeezebox manual as a coaster? -- Kyle Kyle's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2541 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=33019 ___ audiophiles mailing list audiophiles@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/audiophiles
Re: [SlimDevices: Audiophiles] A photo of your Squeezebox setup (please)
A poll associated with this post was created, to vote and see the results, please visit http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=19817 Question: Should there be a new forum for photos? - yes - no - maybe What are the three vertical things? (Beautiful speakers, BTW.) -- Kyle Kyle's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2541 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=19817 ___ audiophiles mailing list audiophiles@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/audiophiles
[SlimDevices: Audiophiles] Re: Bel Canto No Risk Purchase Plan
The OP said he had no local dealer and thus purchased online. To me, no risk means no risk -- we are confident enough in our product that we are willing to let you try it out and return it if it is not to your satisfaction, no questions asked and no cost (other than possibly shipping, which should be clearly specified). The online shoe seller Zappos has the best policy I have found. You can keep their products for up to a year, and if you decide to return them, you print out a postage-paid mailing label from their website. If a shoe seller can do this, a high-end (high-margin) audio dealer should be able to, as well. -- Kyle Kyle's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2541 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=31562 ___ audiophiles mailing list audiophiles@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/audiophiles
[SlimDevices: Audiophiles] Re: WTB: SB2 wireless
You just missed a silver one on ebay that went for $182. Cheapest price I've seen in awhile. -- Kyle Kyle's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2541 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=30110 ___ audiophiles mailing list audiophiles@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/audiophiles
[SlimDevices: Audiophiles] Re: FF or RW using FLAC?
FF and RW are a little confusing (at least they were to me). Press and hold the FF button for a few seconds. When you release it, the song will begin to FF and continue until you hit PLAY (I think), and then it will go back to normal speed. It's not like other FF buttons that you hold down until you have moved to the point you are seeking and then release. Unless you are listening, you may not be aware the song is fast-forwarding. -- Kyle Kyle's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2541 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=30790 ___ audiophiles mailing list audiophiles@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/audiophiles
[SlimDevices: Audiophiles] Re: Question about Spouses?
richidoo;161664 Wrote: Beethoven is just a warm up to ... Sex in the City. Rich Now that would be a much better statement if you weren't talking about a TV show! -- Kyle Kyle's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2541 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=30541 ___ audiophiles mailing list audiophiles@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/audiophiles
[SlimDevices: Audiophiles] Re: Active Speakers for Conservatory
Paul Shields;154746 Wrote: One thing I'd be wary of when setting up a listening environment in a conservatory is the acoustics - I can imagine it would be bouncing off the glass all over the place at any reasonable volume :). Actually, the conservatories that I have been (admittedly not a whole lot) are fairly quiet because of all of the vegetation, wooden shelves to hold plants and gravel floor. Not as accoustically bouncy as one might think. -- Kyle Kyle's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2541 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=29665 ___ audiophiles mailing list audiophiles@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/audiophiles
[SlimDevices: Audiophiles] Re: Active Speakers for Conservatory
ceejay;154964 Wrote: Definitely no gravel floors here... http://www.conservatoryinfo.co.uk/ Ceejay Hm ... no plants, either. Still, with carpet and upholstered furniture, the accounstics might not be that much different than an ordinary room. -- Kyle Kyle's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2541 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=29665 ___ audiophiles mailing list audiophiles@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/audiophiles
[SlimDevices: Audiophiles] Re: Logitech
Clearly, it was the earnings. I'm sure the analysts have no idea whether $20 million for Slim Devices is a good price or a bad price (and in fact, in most cases acquiring companies see their stock drop on such announcements). I did see mention that LOGI is known for making favorable acquisitions. -- Kyle Kyle's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2541 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=28862 ___ audiophiles mailing list audiophiles@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/audiophiles
[SlimDevices: Audiophiles] Re: Speaker recommendations for Sonic Super T Amp
Check ebay. -- Kyle Kyle's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2541 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=28610 ___ audiophiles mailing list audiophiles@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/audiophiles
[SlimDevices: Audiophiles] Re: Active Speakers
I haven't heard the Audioengines, but they're supposed to sound very good. I do know they're coming out in black in the near future. EDIT: Oops, I see on the website they're now available in black. -- Kyle Kyle's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2541 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=23115 ___ audiophiles mailing list audiophiles@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/audiophiles
[SlimDevices: Audiophiles] Who's getting a Transformer soon?
Will you then have an SB2 or SB3 you don't need? I'm looking to pick up a used unit. E-mail: jhk3rd (at) nc (dot) rr (dot) com. Then when your Transformer comes and your significant other says, You paid $2,000 for that??!!!, you can say, Relax, honey, I've already recouped a significant part of my investment by selling this extra unit to some goofball on the Slim Devices forum. -- Kyle Kyle's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2541 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=27146 ___ audiophiles mailing list audiophiles@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/audiophiles
[SlimDevices: Audiophiles] Re: what bathroom setups are people happy with
I've got the same ceiling mount speakers in the bathroom that I have in other rooms in my house as part of a whole-house audio system. They've been there for five years with no problems at all. Unless you really steam up the bathroom, I wouldn't think you'd need special speakers. If so, outdoor speakers should work fine. Marine would be overkill, IMO. -- Kyle Kyle's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2541 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=15628 ___ audiophiles mailing list audiophiles@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/audiophiles
[SlimDevices: Audiophiles] Re: Cooking the Squeezebox
ChrisOwens Wrote: Also I should mention if you haven't considered it, we do have exact replacement power supplies on the web site for $15. He said his was linear. -- Kyle Kyle's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2541 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=23648 ___ audiophiles mailing list audiophiles@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/audiophiles
[SlimDevices: Audiophiles] Re: Poor listening environment, any point upgrading?
tomsi42 Wrote: True enough. But not so fun when I play Meatloaf ;) Just don't tell us you're a big fan of the Village People. -- Kyle Kyle's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2541 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=22717 ___ audiophiles mailing list audiophiles@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/audiophiles
[SlimDevices: Audiophiles] Re: spare US wallwart or source for same?
Look here: https://secure.slimdevices.com/order/upgrades.cgi -- Kyle Kyle's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2541 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=22556 ___ audiophiles mailing list audiophiles@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/audiophiles
[SlimDevices: Audiophiles] Re: Calling all audiophiles - Uncompressed or lossless?
dem Wrote: Is there anyone here who refuses to deal with ZIP archives on the theory that what you get out might not be what you put in? Do you -believe- that your spreadsheets lose accuracy after they've been ZIPped? :-) I'm not sure the zip file analogy is valid here. If all of the sixes in your spreadsheet had one pixel out of place, chances are slim that anyone would notice. However, critical audio listening might indeed pick up such a minor discrepancy. That said, I believe that FLAC produces the same audio signal as WAV, and for me the bandwidth issue (I'm running wireless) makes it a no-brainer. -- Kyle Kyle's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2541 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=21700 ___ audiophiles mailing list audiophiles@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/audiophiles
[SlimDevices: Audiophiles] Re: Calling all audiophiles - Uncompressed or lossless?
radish Wrote: Which makes no sense, as spreadsheets don't store pixels they store numbers. If a spreadsheet file got corrupted, even by a single bit, it (a) almost certainly wouldn't even load into the application and (b) would have numeric or formulaic errors. People would notice. It doesn't happen. Shows how little I know about the way computers work. -- Kyle Kyle's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2541 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=21700 ___ audiophiles mailing list audiophiles@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/audiophiles
[SlimDevices: Audiophiles] Re: Olive Musica
I looked seriously at the Musica, but with my setup it would have had to sit inside a cabinet, whereas the SB3 is small enough to sit out and still comply with my WAF. One of the great features of the SB3 is the screen, which you can read from across the room, whereas the Musica has a very small display. I can't remember if you can have Musica display over your TV screen, but I didn't want that, either. Other factors for me were open source software and plugins which are regularly adding functionality to the SB3 (I'm really hoping for a true IR pass-through soon), the ease and low cost of adding storage to my system and being able to back up my data to a separate hard drive (after you spend weeks ripping your collection, you don't want to lose it). Then there is the access to internet audio and data streams, etc. Cost was a bonus, but not a showstopper. And I've now got an SB3 at home, an SB2 at the beach and music backed up on two separate 250 gb hard drives for less than the cost of a Musica. -- Kyle Kyle's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2541 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=21135 ___ audiophiles mailing list audiophiles@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/audiophiles
[SlimDevices: Audiophiles] Re: Olive Musica
)p( Wrote: The lastest ir-blaster plugin in combination with firmware 29 has complete repeater functionality. Works with all the devices I have in my cabinet :) Yes, but the plug-in requires that the server be on, doesn't it? I was hoping for a solution that would work whether the server was on or not. -- Kyle Kyle's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2541 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=21135 ___ audiophiles mailing list audiophiles@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/audiophiles
[SlimDevices: Audiophiles] Re: A photo of your Squeezebox setup (please)
A poll associated with this post was created, to vote and see the results, please visit http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=19817 Question: Should there be a new forum for photos? - yes - no - maybe Very nice, Jon. Zen-like in its simplicity, except for those whopping speakers. Did you have to drill a hole in the floor to hardwire? -- Kyle Kyle's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2541 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=19817 ___ audiophiles mailing list audiophiles@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/audiophiles
[SlimDevices: Audiophiles] Re: Anyone using a Shigaraki or Progession DAC?
krzys Wrote: In the same style of near live performance I would recommend Patricia Barber Companion cd and Tribute to Stevie Ray Vaughan, both sound fabulous chris I'll second the SRV album. I listened to Dr. John doing Cold Shot on a mix last night. I also listened to Cold Chisel's live version of Bow River. With the rear speakers going, you really feel like you're in the middle of the crowd. -- Kyle Kyle's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2541 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=16741 ___ audiophiles mailing list audiophiles@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/audiophiles
[SlimDevices: Audiophiles] Re: Which DACs to use?
There's really no way to know, other than listening. But I doubt you're going to find much difference without an equipment upgrade. You might also try the digital coax output while you're experimenting. Some here have commented it sounds better than optical on their systems. Unfortunately, there's no one answer because there are so many variables, including (and perhaps most important) your own ears and your own listening environment. -- Kyle Kyle's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2541 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=20463 ___ audiophiles mailing list audiophiles@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/audiophiles
[SlimDevices: Audiophiles] Re: Should I get a Squeezebox?
JJZolx Wrote: ... and the software, as clunky as it is, is more convenient and more flexible than playing individual CDs. That's an understatement. You can sit in your favorite chair and access any CD in your collection. You'll listen to things you'd never have bothered to walk across the room to put on. That, alone, is worth the cost and trouble. Get MusicMagic to do some mixes, and you'll hear songs you'd forgotten about years ago. -- Kyle Kyle's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2541 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=20026 ___ audiophiles mailing list audiophiles@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/audiophiles
[SlimDevices: Audiophiles] Re: A photo of your Squeezebox setup (please)
A poll associated with this post was created, to vote and see the results, please visit http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=19817 Question: Should there be a new forum for photos? - yes - no - maybe max.spicer Wrote: Don't laugh! This is the squeezebox in one of our bedrooms. It's hooked up to a Sonic T-Amp and some Eltax Milennium Minis. The speakers aren't the best out there, but the system still sounds pretty good and is nice and compact. Max What?!! No Wild Things stuffed animals? -- Kyle Kyle's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2541 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=19817 ___ audiophiles mailing list audiophiles@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/audiophiles
[SlimDevices: Audiophiles] Re: Squeezebox Showroom
dean Wrote: Actually, we're having an open house in our suite for the next three nights (Jan 5, 6, 7) in the Monte Carlo Hotel in Las Vegas. Feel free to stop on by room 31-202 from 3:30 to 6:30pm and say Hi! -dean *-NOW *-he tells us. It's a little late to book a flight. :( -- Kyle Kyle's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2541 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=19728 ___ audiophiles mailing list audiophiles@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/audiophiles
[SlimDevices: Audiophiles] Re: Bookshelf speaker recommendations?
teanau Wrote: i have that setup now and spend my entire life adjusting my sub volume. i dont believe it matches my m22's linearly, ie, i need it almost off when playing quiet music and dialed well over half for loud. Actually, my Sunfire Jr. sub seems to blend quite nicely with the m22's, which I think I will keep since the Paradigms aren't sold online (I did find one dealer, but no trial period offered), and I don't have a local dealer. I haven't had time to really mess with the settings on the sub because it's been behind the Christmas tree. When I get that down, I'll tweak the settings. I think I'll be quite satisfied with this combo. -- Kyle Kyle's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2541 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=19023 ___ audiophiles mailing list audiophiles@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/audiophiles
[SlimDevices: Audiophiles] Bookshelf speakers: Axiom m22i vs. Paradigm Monitor 5
Anyone had experience with these two speaker models? I'm auditioning the m221's now, but I'm a little disappointed in the lower-range punch. The Paradigms are three-ways with a bigger pair of woofers. I don't want to give up the excellent high-end quality of the Axioms, but I'd be willing to consider the Paradigms if I can keep the high end and add some punch in the lower octaves. I definitely don't want boomy. I want tight, punchy bass (tom-toms that you can feel in your chest). I have a Carver Sunfire subwoofer. -- Kyle Kyle's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2541 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=19437 ___ audiophiles mailing list audiophiles@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/audiophiles
[SlimDevices: Audiophiles] Re: Bookshelf speakers: Axiom m22i vs. Paradigm Monitor 5
JJZolx Wrote: How large is your room, and how do have the sub hooked up? I doubt that you'll find feel it in your chest base out of many standmounts with 6 1/2 (165mm) woofers. Room is about 15x15; sub is in front right corner when facing front speakers. I have two ceiling-mounted rear speakers. I really like the sound of the Axioms (highs seem clearer but mellower -- more fluid? -- than my Boston Acoustics CR8s: less aural fatigue) but thought about trying the Paradigms. I can't go with anyting larger (WAF), and I don't really listen loud that often. -- Kyle Kyle's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2541 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=19437 ___ audiophiles mailing list audiophiles@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/audiophiles
[SlimDevices: Audiophiles] Re: Why doesn't Slim Devices create an audiophile version?
mauidan Wrote: Here's another integrated' product: http://tinyurl.com/dxbzb MSRP- $1399. I thought seriously about that unit when I was looking several weeks ago. The deciding factor for me (besides cost, which was a bonus, but I was willing to spend to get what I wanted) was being able to have the SB3 sitting out while the rest of my components are behind closed doors. I did not want to have to turn on the TV or open cabinet doors to navigate my collection (not to mention my wife would never figure it out), and I didn't want something that large sitting out (WAF again). The more I learned about SB3, the better I liked it, particularly the ability to easily add storage, open source, and the community here to help idiots like me. -- Kyle Kyle's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2541 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=19016 ___ audiophiles mailing list audiophiles@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/audiophiles
[SlimDevices: Audiophiles] Re: Bookshelf speaker recommendations?
teanau Wrote: im really enjoying my pair. im running them with a digital amp, so they are quite severe with violins etc. then again, that may be just me adapting to the canadian sound having been a british speaker guy for years. i'll be interested in your impressions. _sam I've hooked up the m22i's and love the high end, but they seem a little weak on the midrange. The midrange drivers are smaller than I expected. They sound much better coupled with my Boston Acoustics CR8's than when I disconnect the CR-8's and listen to the m22i's alone. A significant amount of lower midrange drops out. At low volume, this is no problem, but they don't have the punch I am looking for when you crank them up. Those are just my initial impressions. Unfortunately, this is a very busy time of year to be auditioning speakers. -- Kyle Kyle's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2541 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=19023 ___ audiophiles mailing list audiophiles@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/audiophiles
[SlimDevices: Audiophiles] Re: Bookshelf speaker recommendations?
JJZolx Wrote: Midrange drivers? I thought those were a two-way with a 1 tweeter and two 5 1/4 woofers. You are correct, but the woofers seem almost too small to be called woofers. I do like the high end -- seems more airy and less bright than my current speakers. If the woofers do loosen up and provide a litle more punch, I'll be pleased. I probably need to adjust the crossover on my sub, but it's behind the Christmas tree! Like I said, not the best season to be trying out speakers. -- Kyle Kyle's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2541 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=19023 ___ audiophiles mailing list audiophiles@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/audiophiles
[SlimDevices: Audiophiles] Re: Any problem using a subwoofer cable for SB3 digital output?
I'm getting music, but it doesn't seem to have the clarity and depth of my Denon CD player. Since this is a new install, I don't know if it's the cable or not. Guess I'll get a regular coax audio interconnect cable and try it. -- Kyle Kyle's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2541 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=19098 ___ audiophiles mailing list audiophiles@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/audiophiles
[SlimDevices: Audiophiles] Re: Bookshelf speaker recommendations?
teanau Wrote: im really enjoying my pair. im running them with a digital amp, so they are quite severe with violins etc._sam What do you mean by -quite severe-? Are you -really- enjoying them that much? -- Kyle Kyle's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2541 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=19023 ___ audiophiles mailing list audiophiles@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/audiophiles
[SlimDevices: Audiophiles] Re: Bookshelf speaker recommendations?
I ordered a pair of the Axiom M22ti's. They have free shipping and a 30-day return policy. With two midrange drivers and good high-frequency response, they look like they might be what I'm looking for. They'll be here Thursday. -- Kyle Kyle's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2541 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=19023 ___ audiophiles mailing list audiophiles@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/audiophiles
[SlimDevices: Audiophiles] Any problem using a subwoofer cable for SB3 digital output?
Is there really something about a subwoofer cable that makes it unsuitable for using it on the coax output of the SB3? It was the only single coax cable I could find that was long enough (12 feet). All the regular coax cables of that lenght were sold out. -- Kyle Kyle's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2541 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=19098 ___ audiophiles mailing list audiophiles@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/audiophiles
[SlimDevices: Audiophiles] Re: Bookshelf speaker recommendations?
bludragon Wrote: You should try not putting them on a shelf, and using some sand filled stands instead. Tell my wife ... LOL. I'm doing good to keep her from putting a picture or something in front of the speakers! -- Kyle Kyle's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2541 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=19023 ___ audiophiles mailing list audiophiles@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/audiophiles
[SlimDevices: Audiophiles] Bookshelf speaker recommendations?
I'm thinking about replacing my main speakers (Boston Acoustics CR-8s). I've got a Marantz SR7200 receiver (110 wpc) and a Carver Sunfire Jr. subwoofer. I'm looking for clean, scintillating highs and punchy mids and lows. This is for music only -- DVD is totally secondary. I listen to rock, blues and jazz primarily. My bookshelves will handle a maximum of 21 inches in height. Price range is approximately $300-$400 each. Any suggestions? -- Kyle Kyle's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2541 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=19023 ___ audiophiles mailing list audiophiles@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/audiophiles
[SlimDevices: Audiophiles] Re: Audiophile review of SB3
As a non-technogeek (not that there's anything wrong with that), what exactly is this power supply he's talking about, and does it really make that much difference? Also, what's the easiest way to rip to FLAC? Doesn't dbpoweramp do that in one step? -- Kyle Kyle's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2541 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=18660 ___ audiophiles mailing list audiophiles@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/audiophiles
