Hi-Fi Corner

Harris VPosted: 17 November 2003Last Updated: 18 November 2003
Having been a member of this forum for a few years now I am a little troubled by a recent trend especially amongst new owners. Why the proliferation of mullets with the new 5 and classic series?Lets get it clear from the start that I am not an anti...
Eric TangPosted: 17 November 2003Last Updated: 17 November 2003
Any comments on Audible Illusions M3 and MFA Magus Tube Pre-amp?
John MPosted: 12 November 2003Last Updated: 17 November 2003
I am a newbie to Naim but have certainly gotten the bug. I have NAIT 5 and it has changed my perspective of my entire CD collection...like everything old sounds new again. My humble question - I have a line on 2 s/h CDX. One is s/n 171xxx (ca 2001)...
MekonPosted: 14 November 2003Last Updated: 17 November 2003
I am looking for a load of outer sleeves, and I want them cheap! Best price I have found is £12.95 + £4.95 P&P for 100. Also, what is the going price for anti-static inner sleeves? Cheers
FisbeyPosted: 12 November 2003Last Updated: 17 November 2003
Hi I'm new here, but have a question with regard to my set up: CDI, 82 (2 Hi Caps), 250 and Shahinian Arcs + A5 cable. I must point out as per my profile It's not yet set up as I've spent weeks preparing my front room having moved a few months ago...
RasherPosted: 15 November 2003Last Updated: 17 November 2003
Has anyone advice on where to sell old vintage hifi from the early 70's? I have some collectable and very special items that need to go to an enthusiast - but where??(Am I allowed to ask this?)
Kent D. JensenPosted: 15 November 2003Last Updated: 17 November 2003
Is hc mutch better? kent
Marc EvansPosted: 14 November 2003Last Updated: 17 November 2003
I'm trying to set up a pronto for my new AV2 - it would be really useful to have power on and off specified as discrete codes rather than the toggle arrangement the naim handset uses. Can anyone tell me if this is possible? My plan B is to switch to...
rgame666Posted: 16 November 2003Last Updated: 17 November 2003
HiWhat sonic differences are there, if any, between the olive, chrome bumper and new hicaps?RegardsRichard
jpk73Posted: 10 November 2003Last Updated: 17 November 2003
Hi!As you know I want to "sidegrade" my LP12. I don't want the LP12 any more, but I am wondering if I could keep my ARO and find a good TT for it. In any case I will demo the P9 (of course with the RB1000), but that's a totally different thing.So what...
ianrmackPosted: 16 November 2003Last Updated: 17 November 2003
Greetings,Thanks for taking your time here.Yes, it was me who posted the question about a "subby" that seemed to elicit some animated responses. Well. if you don't mind, I have a few questions. (Please understand that this is my first foray into the...
SimoPosted: 14 November 2003Last Updated: 17 November 2003
I bought a used 180 and when i look inside i found the naps 140/3 board (the same of the nap 140).I never see a 180 inside but i have same pics of a 160 where the caps are fixed like in Hicapand they are bigger then the 4 x 10000 uf of the 140.Can...
DobbinPosted: 12 November 2003Last Updated: 16 November 2003
Anyone able to shed some light on why i have a mechanical buzz from my S/C??It's there throughout the day and is beginning to irritate the hell out of me!
bigtrakPosted: 15 November 2003Last Updated: 16 November 2003
HiHas anyone got a photo of Walnut SBL's they can email me so I can see what it looks like.awphoto@blueyonder.co.ukThanks for your time
GMLPosted: 16 November 2003Last Updated: 16 November 2003
I have a Nait5/NAP150 and my question is a simple one. Can I use a power supply with the pre amp of the Nait.Your thoughts please.
skraftPosted: 14 November 2003Last Updated: 16 November 2003
Anyone know if there are different generations of 4 DIN-XLRs? If there are, how can you tell? And how big a difference do newer ones make?
Kent D. JensenPosted: 15 November 2003Last Updated: 16 November 2003
Hello, I´am a newbie.My sistem is 282/oldsc/new250/cd5/fc2 naca5 on danish AudioVector S6 Avantgarde.www.audiovector.dk (in english).My dealer have a 2 hand CDS II with XPS II what is the price level. Seriel number 152XXX.I´am asking...
MJSMPosted: 15 November 2003Last Updated: 16 November 2003
I have just purchased a high output MC cartidge for my LP12/Ittok set-up and would like to know more about which board to fit inside my NAC72.I'm told that the output quote:Output Voltage 1.6mV (1kHz, 50mm/sec) is high enough to go through a MM board,...
JeremyBPosted: 05 November 2003Last Updated: 15 November 2003
Did anyone try loosening or removing the four screws holding the plug to the armboard? Seems to extend bass and increase "flow" even further!Jeremy
eurofan40Posted: 15 November 2003Last Updated: 15 November 2003
My present Naim system, consisting of CD2/Hicap/Nac 82/Nap250/SBL(1988 with updated woofer)the rest of the items is vintage 1996.Since I got the upgrade bug I was informed to replace my CD2 with a CDX2. After reading some reviews in Audio mag. I...
trickytreePosted: 11 November 2003Last Updated: 15 November 2003
Dear all.How do you tell if your deck has the Cirkus fitted?The subchasis seems to be bonded rather than spot welded but was this done before the Cirkus?The main reason im asking is out of curiosity more than anything else. I've just got around to...
MJSMPosted: 12 November 2003Last Updated: 15 November 2003
No doubt some of you will have looked at my other thread w.r.t. upgrading and speaker selection.I have the chance of some Dali Grand Coupes at a fairly reasonable price and was wondering if anyone here had tried them in a similar configuration ???I've...
Paul CPosted: 15 November 2003Last Updated: 15 November 2003
HelloI am considering purchasing a used 52, but one is aprox 5.5 years old and the other is aprox 3. Is there a difference in these two items. I already have a SC. The older unit is being sold without SC and the newer item with SC, so price diffence...
N. MasonPosted: 15 November 2003Last Updated: 15 November 2003
Whilst attending the Scottish Hi-Fi Show recently I delighted in the Naim demo of the new entry level products, namely the CD5I and the new Nait. These products have been designed whether we like it or not, to appeal to a broader market than before...
ErikLPosted: 01 November 2003Last Updated: 14 November 2003
Hi,I read the old threads but since there are surely new Tivoli owners here I thought I'd start a new discussion. I'm destined to buy myself a Model One or Model Three for the holidays. My concerns:- Any luck using the 75-ohm jack with cable service?...