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Post by naim1425 on Dec 10, 2017 16:08:27 GMT
Right now, the bits I'm still attached to (in no particular order) are: Naim SBL, Naim IBL, Naim CDI, Naim Chrome bumper amps, Linn Kan, Sara and Isobarik, Roksan Xerxes, Copland CDA 266, Arion Elektra, Perreaux SM2, Krell KSA 50, Exposure 3 and 4, Aragon 4004, Bryston 4b, Spica TC 50 and Angelus, Snell J and K, Townshend Glastonbury, Audion Sterling mk1, Epos ES14, Myst Tma3, Sonneteer Campion and Byron, Mayware Formula IV, Cyrus One and Two (plastic cases), McIntosh MA 5800, Neat Petite, Schiit Asgard, Impulse H6. Probably lots more but that'll do for now  so what do you use the most,quite a few systems in there.i used snell`s with with mark levinson gear a while ago |
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Post by Deleted on Dec 10, 2017 17:31:49 GMT
Gosh, It's hard to say because I've had so many systems and combos, Changes of kit were almost weekly at my place for many years. Most of those items in that list I've had several times. I think at last count I'd had 45 pairs of Linn Kans! Likewise, I've had so many Linn, Naim and Exposure amps, I've lost count. I've also switched between flat earth and valve amp/efficient speakers a good few times. I don't really prefer one of the other. I guess I just enjoyed the variety Sadly, I can't indulge in box swapping anymore, now that I've left the UK altogether. I have bought the odd thing and sent to a mate, but I won't be able to collect things until I fly back for some reason. Even then I'm limited by luggage allowance and available space here. |
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Post by Chris on Dec 10, 2017 18:46:17 GMT
45!!!
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Post by Deleted on Dec 10, 2017 23:29:51 GMT
Long story, but my first pair were something special, which I struggled to match with subsequent ones, so it turned into a quest.
Linn made many revisions to the Kan and there were also changes to the supplied drivers. This means many different-sounding incarnations. I wanted to go through every single one but I also found variations in sound between ones that should have been identical. I've come close to that magical first pair on a couple of occasions and also found other incarnations I really liked.
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Post by Deleted on Dec 11, 2017 9:52:22 GMT
I Had a very early pair of 'KANS' when i had the Onix 'OA21' amp.. I actually preferred them to the Audiomaster 'LS3/5a' i also had.. I could never live with anything like that now. I hunger for deep bass.
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Post by MartinT on Dec 11, 2017 14:53:06 GMT
I could never live with anything like that now. I hunger for deep bass. Me too - bass doubling from bookshelf speakers just doesn't cut it with me. |
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Post by Deleted on Dec 11, 2017 15:29:20 GMT
I tried a pail of 'IBL but i found there was no more Bass in em than my old Audiomaster 'LS3/5a.. But i liked em.. The first pair I had sounded terrible. I was using an Arcam Alpha CD and Naim 42.5/140, which really didn't suit them. Subsequent pairs taught me just how fussy about partnering equipment and setup they are. Get it right though, and they can be breathtaking. The leaf suspension on that tweeter gives them an edge in detail over the SBL. I had both at once and compare them. I'd love DBLs some day. Im really glad to have the Tma3 back with me. It's a design classic. I just love the layout, but I'm a midnight blue fan. |
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Post by MartinT on Dec 11, 2017 16:01:18 GMT
I'm sorry to say but the Naim DBL are some of the worst speakers I've ever heard, on multiple occasions. Shockingly bad.
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Post by Deleted on Dec 11, 2017 16:03:55 GMT
I cannot get on with Naim speakers at all, I don't like any of them. I respect the fact that others do, but they are not for me.
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Post by Deleted on Dec 11, 2017 16:54:31 GMT
I'm sorry to say but the Naim DBL are some of the worst speakers I've ever heard, on multiple occasions. Shockingly bad. Ive never heard them, bar an outstanding YouTube video. I sincerely hope I get the chance to own a pair. Past experience with Naim speakers has taught me they can be heaven or hell depending on how you use them. I have liked every single thing Julian Vereker saw merit in, so I have enough curiosity to pursue hearing what he was aiming for with the DBL. if if I ever do return to the UK, the ONLY reason will be to pursue my un-fulfilled hifi ambitions BTW I'm being serious. It's the only thing that makes me unsure I will live overseas for the rest of my days. DBLs will be a big part of that, so I hope I don't find I end up agreeing with Martin! |
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Post by naim1425 on Dec 11, 2017 18:53:44 GMT
I'm sorry to say but the Naim DBL are some of the worst speakers I've ever heard, on multiple occasions. Shockingly bad. could you tell me what power amps was driving them, active,naxos,supercaps etc |
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Post by MartinT on Dec 11, 2017 23:06:48 GMT
No. Multiple and active I think, but I didn't take much notice and they've been different at different times.
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Post by southall1998 on Feb 6, 2018 20:19:31 GMT
Equipment I still like.
Amps:
Sugden A21a.
Musical Fidelity A1 (Real one).
NVA AP10H (Headphone amp).
Roksan Kandy KA-1 MKIII.
Roksan Kandy K2.
Audio Analouge Puccini SE.
Cyrus 8VS2 + PSX-R.
Schiit Asgard 2 (Headphone amp).
Papworth TV8.
Audio Note Meishu.
Speakers:
JPW Mini Monitor.
Acoustic Energy AE1.
Audio Note AN-J.
Mordaunt Short MS10i (1990's version).
Neat Petite III.
CD Players.
Rega Planet (Clamshell).
Rega Apollo-R.
Linn Karik III.
Meridian 206.
Headphones:
Sennheiser HD600.
AKG K701.
Grado SR80.
S.
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Post by Chris on Feb 7, 2018 8:37:16 GMT
Some nice kit there southall1998 - the MS10is I remember well. Had them and the 25i (I think). Those AE1s still appeal but hold their price well and I'm a big Audio Note fan too.
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Post by karatestu on Feb 7, 2018 9:47:31 GMT
I am emotionally attached to a Naim CD3.5 and B&W P4 speakers that I bought new in 1997 (my god, 21 years ago). The speakers were in regular use for all that time up to summer of 2017. Can not bear to part with them even now after discovering the merits of sealed enclosures, isobaric bass loading, 12" woofers and semi Omni design. The Naim CD3.5 has also been in constant use for the last 21 years - i'm listening to it now What brings the emotional attachment here is the amount of modification I have done - new clock & dedicated psu, upgraded regulators, added regulators & gyrators, separate dac psu, anologue stage psu, OPA627 opamps in the output stage and lots of other bits and bobs. Long live the 3.5. I have another in stock form to compare to and another spare transport if the unthinkable happens - mine is still going strong on the original Stu |
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Post by MartinT on Feb 7, 2018 13:01:04 GMT
OPA627 opamps in the output stage Good op-amps, those. I put a set into my Pioneer PD-91 years ago and they did the biz. |
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Post by julesd68 on Feb 7, 2018 14:39:29 GMT
I used to love the Musical Fidelity A1 that Shane mentioned - nearly bought one on a number of occasions! Sounded stunning fed by a Rock turntable ...
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Post by karatestu on Feb 7, 2018 15:55:47 GMT
OPA627 opamps in the output stage Good op-amps, those. I put a set into my Pioneer PD-91 years ago and they did the biz. I agree Martin. Very fast and need some careful decoupling. Expensive to buy now, worth it though. Stu |
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Post by scotty38 on Feb 7, 2018 20:02:59 GMT
Myst 'TMA 3' Was a beautiful Intergraturd if i saw a mint black one crop up at a cheap price id snap it up. Immaculate layout inside. My LP12. Myst TMA3, Myst TMR and Linn Kans. All bought in 1987 as our first "extravagant and luxury" purchase prior to moving into our first house. I would never get rid of them.... Incidentally all are still working fine. |
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Post by Deleted on Feb 8, 2018 8:26:10 GMT
I can imagine that being a truly satisfying system. With 31 years under its belt, I guess it's proven itself to be just that.
Over the years, I've had umpteen pairs of Kans, many LP12s and a handful of Tma3/Tmrs, but I've never ran a Tma3 into Kans. I really wish I had tried that combo because I did compare Tma3 with Exposure X through ES14s at home. The Tma3 was better in every way (and I really like Exposure amps) Oddly it's never occurred to me to try a Myst with Kans.
It did give me a real liking for Exposure speaker cable though, which really suited the Myst: As did Linn K20.
I actually have a Tma3 in my 2nd system right now, I just love the looks, design, feel and sound. Back in 1987 the Tma3 was my first upgrade from a Cyrus One and I had it a few years, during which it gave me loads of pleasure. This one will be with me for life. It just feels like it belongs. Wish I still had the MC board that I had with my first Tma3 though.
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