Sistem pics 2003
Posted by: Steve Toy on 14 January 2003
Here are a few crappy pics. I've got some of Stallion's rig too, but I await his permission to post them.
I need to get the file size down. I see that we now get 50k
Regards,
Steve.
[This message was edited by Steven Toy on TUESDAY 14 January 2003 at 18:06.]
Posted on: 01 July 2003 by Geoff P
quote:
Geoff P
I can see some Korean items in your listening room. My son is half Korean! And I am half Japanese...
- Jun
Jun
Maybe you will read this if you check in.
I travel to Asia on business hence the Korean Items. Actually the Dolls are Korean, The vase is Japanese and the wall mural is Chinese.
If you want to chat some more my e-mail is:
g.phillipps@chello.nl
GEOFFP
Posted on: 02 July 2003 by ThomasT
Hi Saiful AJ
[QUOTE] Have you compared the Classic with Nait5 or 3? Just curious how phonosophie amp may be similar or different to naim amps.
Yes, I compared the classic amp to the NAIT3 of a friend (Hi Volker). Presentation was quite similar with little bit more refined top and bottom ends. It does not built up a deep soundstage but instead of this it projects the musicians towards you. -ThomasT-
Posted on: 04 July 2003 by JeremyD
LP12 / Ekos / Super Elys
Either I was using Linn's experimental 450 rpm Lingo III or this was a time exposure - I can't seem to remember which.
--J
[This message was edited by JeremyD on FRIDAY 04 July 2003 at 17:04.]
Posted on: 04 July 2003 by JeremyD
Rotel RCD965BX
Denon DRM-07
Naim NAC102
Linn Lingo
Froggle
Naim NAP90 [which has been replaced by a "chrome bumper" 140].
The Tripod stands are designed to be used with the tubular sections just in contact. I now use them with coins over the spike holes, which improves the sound of the turntable (compared with normally stacked Tripods) but makes the CD player sound a bit worse. I'm also use home made MDF boards inplace of the original chipboard, which are good for tonal colour but sound rather harsh and mess up the stereo image...
BTW before anyone mentions it, the cables aren't usually kept in such disarray!
--J
[This message was edited by JeremyD on FRIDAY 04 July 2003 at 17:28.]
Posted on: 04 July 2003 by JeremyD
Kans on KanII stands.
Behind them you can see a selection of cheap and nasty chip-board and polypropylene [!!!] furniture - including record storage units. Aesthetic considerations played no part in their purchase...
--J
Posted on: 06 July 2003 by garyi
Systemy update.
ummm twin rowss
ahhhhhh..
Posted on: 06 July 2003 by garyi
Should mention the interconnect for the CDP belongs to Nick Lees. I should probably return it!
Posted on: 26 October 2003 by silklee
Posted on: 26 October 2003 by kuma
pretty good 'fone system.
Posted on: 27 October 2003 by Markus S
Lee,
I think your sound would get better if you put some kind of carpet or rug on the floor.
You can try an experiment: listen in your normal chair, then hold a large magazine or newspaper horizontally under your chin. This way, you're blocking the floor reflection from reaching your ears (more or less). You'll probably find the sound a little cleaner and less aggressive.
If you like the effect, put a rug on the floor and experiment a little with position.
Posted on: 27 October 2003 by woody
entry level it is...and support is rubbish and yes we need a drinks cabinet but it sure makes me smile and dance (for now...looking at NAC282/NAP250/CDX2/XPS2/LP12/Fraim next when and if I get a bonus!!!)
-- woody
Posted on: 27 October 2003 by herm
Stating the obvious
Woody, wouldn't it be worth your while to unstack the cd5 and the preamp? Surely the coke bottle can rest on the floor. Chances are you will immediately get an even better sound if you seperate the boxes.
Herman
Posted on: 27 October 2003 by woody
quote:
Originally posted by herm:
_Stating the obvious_
Woody, wouldn't it be worth your while to unstack the cd5 and the preamp? Surely the coke bottle can rest on the floor. Chances are you will immediately get an even better sound if you seperate the boxes.
Herman
Herm,
Indeed it would...I have tried to explain to the missus that if each box had a shelf each it would be much, much better! However, as we currently don't have a drinks cabinet she has claimed a shelf for the bottles etc...still, as she's out of the country until Wednesday I'll try it and check out the difference...is it sonically worth the hassle I'll get though?
-- woody
Posted on: 27 October 2003 by woody
Herm,
You are a star...just switched it all on again and immediately notice more detail and bass weight. (I'll hold you responsible if my wife objects to me reclaiming the rack for hifi!
-- woody
[This message was edited by woody on MONDAY 27 October 2003 at 11:23.]
[This message was edited by woody on MONDAY 27 October 2003 at 11:24.]
Posted on: 27 October 2003 by silklee
Hi Markus
living in a tropical country, i think the carpet/rug is not so practical. They tend to trap a lot of heat and worse, dust.
I did try with my bedsheet and it did make a difference.
Thanks anyway.
Posted on: 27 October 2003 by Markus S
No probs, Lee.
Posted on: 28 October 2003 by herm
Hey Woody,
glad to be of help, though of course I was only stating the obvious.
You know what you could do to sweeten the pill for your wife a bit, when she comes home tomorrow? Perhaps you have some harmless lightweight pretty thingamagob you could place on top of the pre? If you can find some object that will make that stack a little less bare-naked black boxes visually my guess is you're both going to be happy with the change.
Herman
Posted on: 28 October 2003 by woody
you read my mind!
(check the "listening at night" thread for the really bad news!
-- woody
Posted on: 28 October 2003 by Rasher
Now I've heard that a house brick on the top can make an improvement. Whaddayathink she'll make of that then, eh? (You could paint it?!)
Posted on: 28 October 2003 by andy c
Recent picture of my stereo kit...
Posted on: 28 October 2003 by andy c
piccy of system...
Posted on: 28 October 2003 by Taylormade
Show the wife the pics on here, and perhaps she'll realize how cluttered your system looks with her knick-knacks.
Posted on: 28 October 2003 by woody
quote:
Originally posted by Rasher:
Now I've heard that a house brick on the top can make an improvement. Whaddayathink she'll make of that then, eh? (You could paint it?!)
I was actually thinking of a couple of these to top the whole system off:
http://www.shakti-innovations.com/hallograph.htm(I am joking!)
-- woody
Posted on: 28 October 2003 by JohanR
Hehe!
New world record in bullshit!
like:
"Each array is engineered with proprietary technology (patent pending) and made with exotic hardwoods, consisting of staggered activated panels that are mounted on an elegant base that beautifully blends into any style room environment."
and:
"Activated panels generate a musically complimentary reflective energy"
There is well known, much simpler and passive ways of improving the room acoustics and for far less money. And with the added benefit that one doesn't have to think one is in a room where some of the furniture is on acid...
JohanR
Posted on: 28 October 2003 by woody
Great eh?
The same company make "Shakti Stones" as well - and Stereophile use them in just about every review I've ever read of theirs. Now that says something!
-- woody
