In past questions (
1,
2), I've described my stereo setup and my desire to build a stereo tube amp. I have no worries about actually
building the kit amp, but I'm not sure what I'd do with all my speakers. In thinking about this, I realized I don't know much about my stereo in the first place. Can you help me understand what it actually
means to have a stereo amp?
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posted by Admiral Haddock
on Apr 11, 2013 -
2 answers
I bought a turntable and the sound is a disaster. I think I should just buy a new stylus but is there anything else obvious I might try first?
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posted by cincinnatus c
on Feb 24, 2013 -
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I'm looking for recommendations for decent audiophile speakers (for music) that can be mounted on a wall.
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posted by UbuRoivas
on Jan 30, 2013 -
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Recently I received an old hifi (stereo receiver with aux and phono inputs) and two EPI speakers from a family member. The system is quite old, but headphones sound great, as does one of the two speakers. The other sounds blown. What are my options in New York City?
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posted by thecaddy
on Jul 30, 2012 -
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Why is audio quality so lacking in consumer audio goods, when it is so easy to improve upon it?
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posted by krilli
on Jan 10, 2012 -
23 answers
Looking for a small "bookshelf" style hi fi unit. I have recently moved to the US from Australia and had to leave my great little hi fi behind. I am currently playing my CD's through a borrowed portable unit that sounds like a tin can and have been hunting for something better.
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posted by wwax
on Nov 30, 2011 -
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I just hooked my android phone up to my hifi. The default music player is ok but I feel I may be missing out on something. Streaming apps seem flakey. I would like recommendations on playing/managing/enjoying music through my android device.
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posted by aqueousdan
on Sep 24, 2011 -
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I have ended up with two sets of speakers for a hi-fi system. Can I use both sets, or will the result sound odd or damage something?
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posted by Grinder
on Mar 23, 2011 -
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Audiophile questions: HiFi CD player vs DAC. What benefit is there to a CD player compared to just getting a quality digital/analog converter? What exactly is a quality DAC? Help me avoid audiophile snake oil!
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posted by cotterpin
on Jan 24, 2011 -
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I'm looking for a new pair of headphones, specifically for studio and hifi use, open back preferable. My budget is up to £200, and I have no idea where to start.
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posted by iivix
on Dec 15, 2010 -
14 answers
Found a great deal on a pair of very high end speakers but on one of them the center dome of the woofer is pushed in.
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posted by spicynuts
on Jul 22, 2010 -
10 answers
AudiophileFilter: Building a 7.1 monitoring system in a seminar room, for very discerning listeners. My question is mostly about powered monitor speakers, and it's long.
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posted by fourcheesemac
on Jan 3, 2010 -
7 answers
[Hi-Fi / HT filter] Help me find the right front speakers for my receiver, so that both music and movies sound good !
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posted by madeinitaly
on Oct 14, 2009 -
6 answers
I'm on a budget and want to upgrade my audio system. What receiver/speakers I should purchase to get the most for my money?
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posted by vmrob
on Sep 22, 2009 -
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I'm about to start work in an electronics shop (mobile phones, hifis, computers etc) and would love some tips.
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posted by dance
on Aug 21, 2009 -
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I am confused about assembling a relatively budget, quality home stereo system. (long)
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posted by Marquis
on Oct 13, 2008 -
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I need help identifying my vintage(ish) HiFi equipment, Especially the amplifier. If anybody has any information on them, it would be appreciated, or does anybody know any useful websites for this sort of thing? (Photos inside)
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posted by sliderjc
on Mar 28, 2008 -
7 answers
Is running-in of hi-fi equipment nonsense? What have been your genuine experiences pre/post run-in?
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posted by humblepigeon
on Feb 11, 2008 -
26 answers
Our apartment is 11 years old. Apparently that's not quite new enough for it to have been wired for sound when it was built, so I have to do it myself. Hardwood floors, but it's a wooden building so presumably the walls and ceiling are fair game. Can I run wires without tearing off molding or cutting holes in the ceiling? How? Can I do it myself, or is it the kind of thing that requires a professional? How do they do this stuff?
posted by BorgLove
on Jan 15, 2007 -
14 answers
hifi-lter: I want to add an extra pair of speakers to my Panasonic (sa-pm25) hi-fi. But each of the existing speakers have 4 wires (2x 2pairs).
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posted by blacksky
on Jan 16, 2006 -
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How can I relay the sound of my computer to another computer through the WiFi network? A virtual soundcard driver is in theory feasible, but I can't find any.
I know, this is more of a /. question, but I prefer to stay home.
posted by mitocan
on Jan 9, 2006 -
11 answers
I'm curious about all the hype surrounding the
Sonic Impact Class T integrated amp, and would like to use this curiosity as an excuse to finally set-up a small bedroom stereo system. The TNT Audio review (linked above) suggests >90 dB speakers - any suggestions on speakers to pair with this amp? I want to keep the price down, but I'm willing to pay enough so I can enjoy the sound.
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posted by istewart
on Oct 3, 2005 -
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Can anyone recommend a tube (valve) amplifier kit in the ~ $500 (US) range? I was going to buy one of the Passion Audio Kit i11 amps but the company that offered them, Rotac in Quebec, quit selling them April 1st.
posted by tommasz
on Apr 22, 2004 -
3 answers
