As sort of a side-thread to the "what I'd like to see" thread -- there's a technical change I'd like to see in "Recommended Components."

Now that Michael Fremer has favorably reviewed a phono preamp even more expensive than the Boulder, perhaps the Boulder should no longer sit alone in Class A+ -- and given that there are now apparently several 6-figure turntables being made, maybe the Caliburn will also find company someday. I think it's tme to re-think what is meant by "class A" and "class A+".

Hi all,

I just picked up a pair of Avalon Symbols for my apartment, which blew my mind during the audition process - seemed like a great way to get the Avalon sound at a reasonable price. As they are multichannel speakers, they possess an incredibly neutral and fast high/midrange - but zero bass, given their dedicated role.

I heard them with the REL T2, which sounded respectable enough, but would appreciate suggestions on what sub may work best when paired with this particular model.

Thanks in advance,

Bill

I'm tired of poor sound. Figure my first step should be to replace the terrible speakers I currently use. I listen to music primarily but do watch a lot of movies also. Everything is done through my pc hooked up to the receiver through a M-Audio AP 192. My speakers are placed pretty much right up to the wall (Within 2 feet). I listen to fast music and want good seperation of the notes. I also dont want to hear distortion when the notes get too low/high. I like the music to sound natural, without too much emphasis on the high or low end.

Is there any credence give that Beethovens 5th might have inspired Smoke on the water ?

Was listening to both today and felt the connection

Alan

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I thought I noticed this before, but confirmed it when I started archiving some records. My right channel is louder than the left. I've determined it is the cartridge, because when I swap it out for my old (cheaper) one, the audio is level. (I had also tried switching the L/R input into my phono pre, and the left channel was louder then - so same thing).

I've contacted the dealer and I'm going to try to swap it out or upgrade it (it is the Bias 2, and I think I'll fork over the dough for the Elys if the dealer lets me).

I just wanted to give a heads up on the SHM-CDs I have purchased. So far I have only received 2 of the 3. The Led Zeppelin SHM-CD versions of ZoSo and Physical Graffiti. The CDs come in a nice Mini-LP that gets all the detail of the original.

but...

I was hoping for better sonics. I probably should have chosen better titles. These sound pretty bad. (or I should say, no different) I guess my system isn't good enough to notice the laser could read the 1s and 0s easier.