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  1. Big Dog RJ

    Well, my BF 210 has a big problem and I purchased it new in July 2021. Here is what it is doing.

    Nice one Rob D, it's always great news to hear that ML fully supported their warranty and replaced your BF210 with a new one. Now that's service! And yes, this type of customer support is rarer than the Tasmanian Tiger! At one point I was actually thinking whether ML/ the dealer would eventually...
  2. Big Dog RJ

    System #503 (CLX Art)

    Nice one GW1800! It's a marvellous thing, without a doubt! The most amazing thing is, just when you've tried out their top tier stuff, like Valhalla series and supreme reference, it seems like it can't get any better. Until another version comes out from Nordost, and they take the performance...
  3. Big Dog RJ

    Well, my BF 210 has a big problem and I purchased it new in July 2021. Here is what it is doing.

    On a slightly lighter note: I was just wondering if they could send your sub through one of those CT scans... it would have identified the culprit without having to open...! Glad to hear all is tickety boo👍 Woof! RJ
  4. Big Dog RJ

    Well, my BF 210 has a big problem and I purchased it new in July 2021. Here is what it is doing.

    Oh damn, that's too bad. At least they're getting those scans done, otherwise you wouldn't know what's going on in there. Much better to be safe than sorry. Yes, health is far more important than subs or any audio gear for that matter. However, at the same time, it's our precious audio gear that...
  5. Big Dog RJ

    Well, my BF 210 has a big problem and I purchased it new in July 2021. Here is what it is doing.

    Yes, sooner or later you'll get to the bottom of it and sort it out. Especially at this level, I wouldn't tolerate any unwanted noise... no thanks. If it was some entry level gear and heavily used then I'd expect certain issues down the line... but in that case I wouldn't even go for such items...
  6. Big Dog RJ

    Well, my BF 210 has a big problem and I purchased it new in July 2021. Here is what it is doing.

    It's a real blessing to have the wife & daughter help out! In my case, the wifey would be holding one leg and my daughter the other, then both would swing with all their might and off into the dog house! Woof! RJ
  7. Big Dog RJ

    Solid State Power Amp for Impression 11A speakers

    Speaking of the far East... I'm beginning to think that those guys must have married camels 🤔 mmm... because "normal" wifey's simply won't allow such exhorbitant spend. Well, at least mine won't, no way Charlie! I'd be in the dog house without a bone. I must say though that Vitus SS-103 Class A...
  8. Big Dog RJ

    Solid State Power Amp for Impression 11A speakers

    Just checked on the USD to AUD currency exchange rate, it's sitting at $1.47 that's really good! Perhaps now is the time to upgrade on a few toys... don't know for how long that rate is going to hold. I've never seen it at this low for ages! Must be a miracle. The only issue with this formula...
  9. Big Dog RJ

    I did a thing..

    Nice one matey, very glad you're enjoying it and getting the most from the ESL's. After all, ESL's of this quality deserve it! Woof! RJ
  10. Big Dog RJ

    Solid State Power Amp for Impression 11A speakers

    Attn: Cayman Have you finalised on a short list of amplifiers as yet? There's so much to choose from... sky's the limit really but perhaps if you short-listed your top 5 then narrow it down to top 3 and finalise on 2 then pick one, that's usually the way I go about it. Obviously based on other...
  11. Big Dog RJ

    My apartment setup

    That's outstanding mate! Great bit of work and a true labour of love. Especially when you have put in the effort yourself, it makes the experience a whole new level! Now just sit back and enjoy those fine tunes! Woof! RJ
  12. Big Dog RJ

    Solid State Power Amp for Impression 11A speakers

    Ha! That sounds like Kyle Sandilands... not much respect for the guy. Although he's on Aus Idol as one of the judges with Harry C Junior and Megan Trainer. If I had that kind of spend, I would get the Honda NSX and call it a day. Only issue is that I required three people to get me out of it...
  13. Big Dog RJ

    Solid State Power Amp for Impression 11A speakers

    Yes, that's a fair point. Speaking of which, I used to do just that quite often! Not buy gear from the US simply because of voltage differences, rather from Spore. That's always been my go to place for highend audio. The Adelphi plaza on orchard Street. It's awe-inspiring...!!! I go completely...
  14. Big Dog RJ

    Solid State Power Amp for Impression 11A speakers

    In my particular system, the only components I bought brand new at full price were: Rega TT, Esoteric digital player and the CJ phonostage, plus all the cables and accessories. That total bill of items I paid at the time could have put towards purchasing a whole other system! It really was, I'm...
  15. Big Dog RJ

    Solid State Power Amp for Impression 11A speakers

    That would be nearly double the price or close to... we'd be looking at a healthy 30grand! With the particular dealer relationship, hence they have to purchase directly from the importer, keep their reasonable margin, which could be somewhere around 20 - 25% and on top charge GST (general sales...
  16. Big Dog RJ

    Solid State Power Amp for Impression 11A speakers

    Damn, that's a shame. Parallel imports on those brands and setting voltages to 100V... what a shabby business! Not sure what the import structures are like in the US but I really didn't know this sort of thing happened in the UK. I thought customs would be more strict and regulated. Down unda...
  17. Big Dog RJ

    Solid State Power Amp for Impression 11A speakers

    In order of personal preference on SS amplifiers: Dartzeel Pass Labs Vitus audio Classe Delta's Momentums That's my personal top five of all time, each one has its strengths and attributes. However, like I said they were all partnered with top end line-stage preamps. At the end though, it...
  18. Big Dog RJ

    Solid State Power Amp for Impression 11A speakers

    Most definitely 110% ! I've auditioned the full Pass Labs line up on the full Masterpiece series line, including the Neoliths, superb match! Although Pass Labs also designs Class AB, their Class A bias operation on their pure Class A designs are outstanding! Really in a class of its own. The...
  19. Big Dog RJ

    Amp Break-in

    Oh yeah ... there's plenty of snake oil out there, some of which gets me thinking if it's voodoo or science. The majority of highend audio manufacturers will clearly state in their owner's manuals that a minimum of 15mins is required for warm up, and then a further 100hrs is required for proper...
  20. Big Dog RJ

    Which Amp to buy? The most frequently asked question on this site. READ THIS!!

    That certainly sounds promising... have you auditioned it for yourself? If so, how did you find the overall performance and sound? When I refer to "promising " I can think of just one brand. There are no Class D amplifiers that fully engaged me to the music. It nearly sounded Hi Fi right...
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