King Mark 3,624 Posted June 29, 2020 Share Posted June 29, 2020 Apparently you need super high end powerful amps to drive them or they don't sound good On 6/28/2020 at 9:26 AM, Naïve Old Fart said: KEF...possibly I'm happy with my KEF Q100 for my small room. Best bookshelf speakers I ever owned. But they're combined with a sub and satellites as part of a home theater system Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jurassic Shark 12,008 Posted June 29, 2020 Share Posted June 29, 2020 57 minutes ago, Alexcremers said: They say the B&W PM1 speakers sound very good. Somebody not that far from me is selling them for 1400 Euro (stands included), which is quite a bargain. They're so small. How's the lower bass? And WTF is that in the background? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A24 4,326 Posted June 29, 2020 Share Posted June 29, 2020 On 6/29/2020 at 6:04 PM, Jurassic Shark said: They're so small. How's the lower bass? Deep. On 6/29/2020 at 6:04 PM, Jurassic Shark said: And WTF is that in the background? I don't know but it's from the guy who's selling them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A24 4,326 Posted June 30, 2020 Share Posted June 30, 2020 Quote Overall I'd classify the PM1's musical performance to be one of harmony and balance. While the PM1's "voice" may be a touch laid back and polite it's able to put its natural tendencies aside when necessary and become raucous though never fatiguing ... Oh, no! They are doing it again! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unlucky Bastard 7,782 Posted June 30, 2020 Share Posted June 30, 2020 I'm not sure what that even means. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jurassic Shark 12,008 Posted June 30, 2020 Share Posted June 30, 2020 If I have an amp with an integrated DAC and a blu-ray player that can be connected to that DAC, what are the advantages of a dedicated CD-player that comes with the same integrated DAC? I've identified these pros: A dedicated CD player is not designed for operating via a menu system on a TV. You can listen to music without having to turn on the TV. A dedicated CD player will possibly have a more expensive and more precise clock. Any other pros? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A24 4,326 Posted June 30, 2020 Share Posted June 30, 2020 20 minutes ago, PuhgreÞiviÞm said: I'm not sure what that even means. It means it's EQ'd (tuned/voiced) in such way that it's very forgiving to poorer recordings by smoothing out their shortcomings. This is mainly achieved by creating certain 'adjustments' in the mid frequency. However, the reviewer claims that the PM-1 only does it when needed. You won't notice this particular sound signature with great recordings. I find that hard to believe but there you go. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jurassic Shark 12,008 Posted June 30, 2020 Share Posted June 30, 2020 Audio reviews are generally loaded with bullshit and errors. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unlucky Bastard 7,782 Posted June 30, 2020 Share Posted June 30, 2020 Does Batman Forever sound good on it? That's all you need to know. Gruesome Son of a Bitch 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1977 1,743 Posted June 30, 2020 Share Posted June 30, 2020 9 hours ago, Jurassic Shark said: If I have an amp with an integrated DAC and a blu-ray player that can be connected to that DAC, what are the advantages of a dedicated CD-player that comes with the same integrated DAC? I've identified these pros: A dedicated CD player is not designed for operating via a menu system on a TV. You can listen to music without having to turn on the TV. A dedicated CD player will possibly have a more expensive and more precise clock. Any other pros? Some would regard a dedicated CD player's lack of video circuitry as a pro. Also possibly a better transport (depending on the model) - Blu-ray players are usually notoriously under-engineered in this respect (except the high end ones). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unlucky Bastard 7,782 Posted June 30, 2020 Share Posted June 30, 2020 7 minutes ago, JTWfan77 said: Some would regard a dedicated CD player's lack of video circuitry as a pro. Also possibly a better transport (depending on the model) - Blu-ray players are usually notoriously under-engineered in this respect (except the high end ones). Some universal players have a "CD mode" which deactivates the video components. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1977 1,743 Posted June 30, 2020 Share Posted June 30, 2020 29 minutes ago, PuhgreÞiviÞm said: Some universal players have a "CD mode" which deactivates the video components. My LD player has one of those! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jurassic Shark 12,008 Posted June 30, 2020 Share Posted June 30, 2020 You mean it's broken, right? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Naïve Old Fart 9,489 Posted June 30, 2020 Share Posted June 30, 2020 So, here's a question, JWfaners: when you audition new pieces of hi fi/av equipment, what recordings/films do you audition them with? What are you listening/watching for? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jurassic Shark 12,008 Posted June 30, 2020 Share Posted June 30, 2020 I listen to Benny Goodman's Carnegie Hall concert in Sony's remastering to make sure I can hear all pops and crackles clearly, and that they sound natural. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A24 4,326 Posted July 1, 2020 Share Posted July 1, 2020 11 hours ago, Naïve Old Fart said: So, here's a question, JWfaners: when you audition new pieces of hi fi/av equipment, what recordings/films do you audition them with? What are you listening/watching for? It's a great acoustic recording and I know it well. I listen to the bass, mids, highs and the scope of the stage. Also, does the music seem to come from a pair of boxes or is it detached from the speakers (making them disappear)? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jurassic Shark 12,008 Posted July 1, 2020 Share Posted July 1, 2020 Frankly, I just look at the spectrograms. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unlucky Bastard 7,782 Posted July 1, 2020 Share Posted July 1, 2020 Frankly... I cringe, Misteh Mayehh Naïve Old Fart 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A24 4,326 Posted July 1, 2020 Share Posted July 1, 2020 5 hours ago, Jurassic Shark said: Frankly, I just look at the spectrograms. I thought you only looked at the frequency range specs in the brochure. Brochure: Frequency range: 35Hz - 100.000Hz JS: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jurassic Shark 12,008 Posted July 1, 2020 Share Posted July 1, 2020 That's not very low. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A24 4,326 Posted July 1, 2020 Share Posted July 1, 2020 What?! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Naïve Old Fart 9,489 Posted July 1, 2020 Share Posted July 1, 2020 35hz isn't that low, Alex...but it's low enough. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A24 4,326 Posted July 1, 2020 Share Posted July 1, 2020 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Holko 9,491 Posted July 1, 2020 Share Posted July 1, 2020 That's perfectly audible to me. Generally great human hearing is said to be between 20-20.000 Hz. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Jurassic Shark 12,008 Posted July 4, 2020 Popular Post Share Posted July 4, 2020 On 6/26/2020 at 1:35 PM, Jurassic Shark said: I'm considering to get I've purchased the Marantz CD6006 and PM6006. Ricard, A24, Unlucky Bastard and 1 other 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Naïve Old Fart 9,489 Posted July 4, 2020 Share Posted July 4, 2020 Top man. Let us know what you think. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jurassic Shark 12,008 Posted July 4, 2020 Share Posted July 4, 2020 I like the color. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Naïve Old Fart 9,489 Posted July 4, 2020 Share Posted July 4, 2020 FUCK THE COLOUR, WHAT DOES IT SOUND LIKE?????!!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jurassic Shark 12,008 Posted July 4, 2020 Share Posted July 4, 2020 I won't know before August. Naïve Old Fart 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unlucky Bastard 7,782 Posted July 4, 2020 Share Posted July 4, 2020 All except the prototype with the sonar modifications you so disapprove of. But it hasn't yet been tested. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A24 4,326 Posted July 4, 2020 Share Posted July 4, 2020 Huh? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unlucky Bastard 7,782 Posted July 5, 2020 Share Posted July 5, 2020 Anyone else use DTS Play-Fi? My Rotel DAB+ tuner component has it, so I can stream internet music, international radio stations and downloaded music from my telephone to my hi-fi system. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jurassic Shark 12,008 Posted July 5, 2020 Share Posted July 5, 2020 You have a tuner? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Naïve Old Fart 9,489 Posted July 5, 2020 Share Posted July 5, 2020 Hey, guys, what's the difference between a piano, and a fish? Spoiler You can tune a piano, but you can't tuna fish! Jurassic Shark 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unlucky Bastard 7,782 Posted July 5, 2020 Share Posted July 5, 2020 3 hours ago, Jurassic Shark said: You have a tuner? Yeah https://www.rotel.com.au/products/rotel-t14-digital-gateway-and-tuner Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1977 1,743 Posted July 5, 2020 Share Posted July 5, 2020 Very nice Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jurassic Shark 12,008 Posted July 5, 2020 Share Posted July 5, 2020 2 hours ago, PuhgreÞiviÞm said: Yeah https://www.rotel.com.au/products/rotel-t14-digital-gateway-and-tuner It makes sense when it has internet radio. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unlucky Bastard 7,782 Posted July 5, 2020 Share Posted July 5, 2020 I like the DAB+ stations too. Very crisp radio signal, especially the jazz stations. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Naïve Old Fart 9,489 Posted July 5, 2020 Share Posted July 5, 2020 1 hour ago, PuhgreÞiviÞm said: ...especially the jazz stations. Nice! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bruce marshall 1,314 Posted July 6, 2020 Share Posted July 6, 2020 10 hours ago, Naïve Old Fart said: Hey, guys, what's the difference between a piano, and a fish? Reveal hidden contents You can tune a piano, but you can't tuna fish! One never goes out of tuna Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A24 4,326 Posted July 7, 2020 Share Posted July 7, 2020 For those who have too much money, here's a nice power amp from Yamaha: Only 7.500 Euro. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unlucky Bastard 7,782 Posted July 7, 2020 Share Posted July 7, 2020 I'm sure it has a very punchy, musical sound. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A24 4,326 Posted July 7, 2020 Share Posted July 7, 2020 Even if you don't care about sound, those VU meters are hypnotizing. Weight: 26.9 kg; 59.3 lbs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jurassic Shark 12,008 Posted July 26, 2020 Share Posted July 26, 2020 That's heavy for a couple of VU meters! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Naïve Old Fart 9,489 Posted July 26, 2020 Share Posted July 26, 2020 On 6/26/2020 at 12:35 PM, Jurassic Shark said: I'm considering to get the Marantz CD6006 and PM6006. Discuss! Have they arrived yet, JS? What do they sound like? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jurassic Shark 12,008 Posted July 26, 2020 Share Posted July 26, 2020 1 hour ago, Naïve Old Fart said: Have they arrived yet, JS? What do they sound like? It hopefully arrives in August. The corona causes delays to supplies. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Naïve Old Fart 9,489 Posted July 27, 2020 Share Posted July 27, 2020 Dag nabit! You would've gotten away with it, if it wasn't for that pesky Coronavirus! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jurassic Shark 12,008 Posted July 27, 2020 Share Posted July 27, 2020 OK... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A24 4,326 Posted August 9, 2020 Share Posted August 9, 2020 I listened to Jaws Anniversary Edition on my Castle speakers. Remember when I said they don't have deep bass? Well, this CD sounds incredible on these speakers! As if they used them for the mastering! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Naïve Old Fart 9,489 Posted August 9, 2020 Share Posted August 9, 2020 2 hours ago, AC1 said: I listened to Jaws Anniversary Edition on my Castle speakers. The Decca, or the Intrada? I'm assuming it's the latter. 2 hours ago, AC1 said: ...Castle speakers. Floorstanders, or bookshelf? Single, or bi-wired? Passive, or active? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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