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    Tidal vs. Qobuz

    Another vote for Qobuz. I had Tidal first, and then both for a while, and for the past couple years use Qobuz exclusively. I like Qobuz better for a number of reasons - some of which have been mentioned: - I'd rather have high-res flac than MQA. My system is setup better for flac, and...
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    Iconoclast cables

    Realize this is a bit of an old thread, in retrospect - but curious if OP settled on Iconoclast
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    what amp to use with Renaissance 15a

    How about Pass Labs? I think you're 15a deserves them. I am very happy with my Pass Int 60, and listened to a lot of amps - both when demoing and as loaners in my house, while I was waiting for the Pass. Nothing competed with the Pass except other Pass! If you need more juice, or want separates...
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    Iconoclast cables

    I have done a lot of research on the Iconoclast cables, but haven't tried them in my system. Their approach is definitely very interesting - and I'm tempted to ask for a loaner. What kind of effect do you hear from the TPC and SPTPC you've auditioned? I believe that Galen, the Belden engineer...
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    Speaker Cable Questions

    Interesting! Thank you both for your comments. ttocs - I hear the Audioquest line the same way - though I haven't gone quite as high up the ladder as you in terms of what I've tried. I have King Cobra Interconnects in my headphone system - as that gave me the tone I want. I always use Mogami...
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    Speaker Cable Questions

    After living with the ML Expression 13As for 6 months, and finally getting my Pass Int 60 a month or so ago, I am enjoying my system immensely. As Streamer/Dac/Amp/Speakers are really maximized, I've take a look at finding the perfect speaker cable. First a question: As I have been swapping...
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    Krell amp

    I ordered a Pass Int 60 in early March and was told May/June by my dealer. This makes me slightly concerned though. Should check in with him to see a status. Anyhow, in the interim he's loaned me a Krell Vanguard. I think it sounds pretty good with the 13As. I can only imagine the upline Krell...
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    Expression 13A rake/placement suggestions

    I'm already amazed, so looking forward to further break in and the arrival of my Pass Int 60. I have been a high end headphone guy and dealt with fatigue many times. I've always found a solution. The only overwhelming thing is there are so many more variables with speakers (and these speakers...
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    Expression 13A rake/placement suggestions

    I adjusted the rake again tilting forward to half of where I had it previously - and I need to listen more, but it sounds like I hit a sweet spot. It's amazing that even very small adjustments to the rake affect the tonal balance as much as it does! Having the dealer come back to help me move...
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    Expression 13A rake/placement suggestions

    No, there is no right wall. No acoustic treatments yet - but eventually. I just got the speakers 2 weeks ago. The guy who helped place them mentioned something about exactly what you describe, so I will probably do that because I can definitely move them forward. I adjusted the rake from...
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    Expression 13A rake/placement suggestions

    I liked it better with less toe in. The soundstage size and imaging got much better; the soundstage collapsed a bit with the additional toe in- but it was a lot. I am trying to nail the tonal balance now, but it's a process.
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    Expression 13A rake/placement suggestions

    Thanks - yeah, I don't know why he pushed them back so far - they were previously as you've described. I've dealt with fatigue before, and this is very minor - but it's still there. Good to know that with some more burn in, tweaks in placement, and my pass labs coming in - should do the trick.
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    Expression 13A rake/placement suggestions

    Hi All - I received my 13As a few weeks ago, but my Pass Int 60 has not arrived yet as it's on back order. As a result, my dealer has loaned me a Krell Vanguard integrated amp to use in the interim. After I received them, one of the guys from the dealer came over to help place and calibrate...
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    Hi Everyone

    The Koss Electrostatic headphones are a classic! Looking forward to talking about audio with you, and nice to meet you.
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    Hi Everyone

    Thanks Len. Glad I ended up with a well regarded pairing in the Pass. I demoed some McIntosh gear, Mark Levinson gear, a Gryphon Diablo 120 - as well as Pass Separates (the X150.8, and one of the Pass preamps). All sounded good, but I just found the Pass stuff so incredibly musical. As tone has...
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    Hi Everyone

    Thank you! Fortunately, I have a really good dealer, who personally owns both Martin Logan’s and Quads and is going to do the initial placement, adjustments, set up and calibration - and help fine tune it with me. I imagine I’ll still need to tweak a bit, but I’m fortunate to have someone...
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    Hi Everyone

    I may at some point. I intend to use the 13a predominantly for two channel - but also for the TV that's in my basement. That said, I was extremely satisfied with the bass I got from the cones on the 13a. And, even while the system is in the basement - I want to hear how loud the bass gets in...
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    Hi Everyone

    Oh - also to more directly answer your question: My DAC and Streamer are always on, but I don't find them going into standby effects the sound. That said, it's device by device. With the Schiit Yggy, you need to leave that on all the time for it to sound right. In terms of headphone amps, I have...
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    Hi Everyone

    Thanks and congrats on the Lumin D2! In regards to break in and warm up; I’ve generally found them to matter on certain devices more than others. My Lumin U1 definitely had a break in period, but doesn’t need a warm up period from Standby (in other words, it's on all the time - but I let in go...
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    Hi Everyone

    Hi everyone - I’ve been deeply into music and audio my entire life, either playing in bands or listening to music. I also had a brief stint as an audio engineer after college. For the past ten years or so, I’ve gotten very into high-end audio. However, my interest was around headphones...
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