Hi-Fi Corner

One of the tweeters on my Linn Isobariks (Hiquphon model) quit this evening after a typically loud session. The speaker was still on as I was removing the screws holding it in. I accidentally brushed the dome with my finger, and it came back on,...

I've been trying for the past week to get a Lyra Helikon SL to work with my P9/Prefix(k)/Hicap. So far I have had no sucess in improving the sound from my prior Lyra Lydian. I tried multiple permuations of VTA, bias, and VTF without sucess. In fact...

More cheap tips from the tweaky one - apologies for the long thread title There are probably a number of users out there who don't use a Naim CDP or have a turntable, like some LP12 configurations, that make a connection between signal 0V and mains...

I have found what appears to be a terrific deal on a 42 on Ebay (currently only $3.25!); my question is how much will it cost to service in order to bring it up to full spec.Oh, yes. Here is the 42 in question:NAC42 that needs a little workErik

Has anyone heard the Shelter 901 or Keotsu Black Cartridges? In reading some reviews the Shelter 901 its being compared to the Koetsu Rosewood Signature line and VH Black Beauty but it's price is only $1,300US???These cartridges sound interesting...

Hi All,I've got an opportunity to purchase a Prefix for my LP12 and am wondering if it it can be powered from a Snaps. I am currently using 2 hicaps with my 82, and am reluctant to go back to a single one since it is going to compromise the CD...

Those bog seats have settled down, the equipment is now fully warmed-up, and the sound to my ears is now breathtaking.I can't be bothered now with any more tweaking or upgrades.For me, this is it!!!I am now at that Vuk-like state of Nirvana, as the...

Today I tried the PS Audio 600 in my system: LP12/Armageddon/ARO/Troika/Prefix-K/SuperCap, CDS1, 52/SuperCap, Snaxo/SuperCap, 4*135s, SBLs.I tried the following steps:1.) Only Armageddon -> PS Audio: Sound was more stable and relaxed, cleaner.2.)...

I have a 10 year old plus Nait II that has been serving me flawlessly all these years. I am wondering if there is a generally perceived time when this beauty will need re-capping. Or is there a way to check or measure the health of its cap?Also, is...

Hi All -I recently received Stereophile's Test CD 3:Stereophile Test CD 3which can be yours for a measly $9.95 USD+shipping. The CD has 27 tracks of useful stuff - channel identification, phase checking, chromatic scale tones, tones for bass,...

Hi to one and all,Thought I'd make my first post a thank you for the entertainment and information you have all provided me with over the past couple of months "lurking".My quandry was whether to go for a new Nait5 or 2nd hand pre / power. After...

I have at last changed my K400 cable for 'F' terminated NACA5. What an improvement. It has (fortunately) damped my urges in the "lets investigate replacing the Keilidhs" chapter of my hi-fi life, I say fortunately because having a w&2*k, such a purchase would be difficult to fund and probably impossible to justify. Many of the things that I felt that the keilidhs didn't do so well have been removed, and what I liked about them seems to have been enhanced. I wish that I'd done this ages ago.

Well, sort of. Montreal Show CoverageNote crap power bar, poor cable dressing, ferrous bum rests, spelling errors and smarmy commentary.Aye, we are wacky bunch.

I recently encountered a remarkable vinyl front end:Roksan Xerxes (original, with XPS2 external PSU)Kuzma Stogi (original; not "S" or Reference)Ortofon Quasar MC @ 1.8g VTFNaim StageLine; grey SNAIC between this and...HiCap (socket 4); Chord something...

I am considering adding a REL subwoofer to my system in anticapation of a full surround system, but it may actually remain a stereo for some time, and perhaps for good. As I understand it, you could run line level outputs from a Naim pre-amp power...

I work within spitting distance of the Castle factory. I have tried to wangle a factory visit but never suceeded.They employ a pretty small number of people now. Employees are always easy to identify as they have vast speakers at home connected to...

Wife wants to change the lounge (hifi room) from carpet to wood/laminate flooring. If I give in to this how is it going to change the sound?

So who has the AV2 and 175? Impressions?I've not seen any reviews anywhere, so comments appreciated.

Dear all,I'm looking for a nice pre to match my vintage 250 and Kabers. Being on a (tight!) budget, a s/h Wakonda and a Nait 3 (using the pre-out) are currently the only viable options. Would any of the two outperform the other by a mile? Thanks for...

Chaps,In the corner of my living room I have 4 sockets on the back wall right corner and two on the right wall. All go back to their own spur at the consumer unit. I recently bought a bog standard 4 way extension lead to fit on the right wall so as to...

Hi everyone!Today I received my Kan IIs couriered to me from my mother's house. I've had these lovelies for about 10 years and they formed the basis of my primary Naim system up North.To cut a long story short, I built a 2nd system in London, Linn...

I am thinking of creating a simple Bedroom System (second System) and will be plugging in my VCR/DVD combo into the classik. My BR layout will only permit wall mounting of speakers. Will either of these work nicely? If not, what else? I need small...

What mag / issue was the recent(ish) review of the Allae in?Can anyone e-mail me a copy or suggest a link to a transcript of it on the web?

Hi allMy "room" is just about ready to move the hi-fi into ,just the floor to go .It's a spare cellar room ,solid walls on 3 sides,14'x12',3"solid concrete floor. Iwas just going to put underlay and carpet down so my neat elites would penetrate this...

HiI have 4 KEF B200 (SP1014) bass/mid drive units I got from a friend who took them out of some damaged Linn Sara speakers. The Sara's had enclosure damage and one of the Scan-Speak tweeters had also seen better days, but the B200's are all in what...