Recent content by Amiko03

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    Roksan Kandy K2 Amp - Volume knob broken?

    Right, so i bought some brand new lithium batteries for the remote to test it out... I pressed the volume button on the remote, the knob turned just slightly, and then froze up again, but while still making the turning noise from the little motor... Any other ideas? thanks a lot!
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    Roksan Kandy K2 Amp - Volume knob broken?

    Not sure that's an option for me, since I bought the amp off E-bay second hand :/ The knob worked perfectly when I got it, and only about a week in did it start to have this issue ...
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    Roksan Kandy K2 Amp - Volume knob broken?

    Dear all, Thanks for taking the time to read my post. I have recently encountered a problem with my K2 Kandy amp, basically when i turn the volume knob manually with my hand everything works fine, ie the volume responds, etc. When using the remote, however, the volume knob doesn't turn and the...
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    Upgrading into vintage - Pioneer A-91D - Worth buying?

    Yeh it does look like a great machine, however the question is the following. I need to uprade my amplifier anyway, so either I could buy a new amp (in the range of 1000-1500 USD, or I could get this one second hand, for less and upgrade other parts (like the cartrdige). So is the pioneer worth it?
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    Upgrading into vintage - Pioneer A-91D - Worth buying?

    Dear all, I'm a bit on a newbie to the whole hifi scene, so just giving a small warning in advance . Currently I have the following system: TT: Rega RP-3, Elys 2 Cartridge Amp: Cambridge Audio 540A Phono Stage: Pro-Ject Phono Box II Speakers: Monitor Audio BX-5 I have found the opportunity...
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    Next piece of equipment worth upgrading?

    Much appreciated comment :) Thanks! Do you have any suggestions as to which amp to go for besides the Roksan?
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    Next piece of equipment worth upgrading?

    I think for the price I paid I'm extremely happy with the BX5's, they're really great for what they are. I listened to quite a few other floorstanders and I didn't get the kind of warmth and clarity that the Monitor's produced. If you can save up, I'd recommend the RX-6, but it was too pricey...
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    Next piece of equipment worth upgrading?

    Hey everybody, So I'm the new proud owner of a Rega RP-3 with the Elys 2 cartridge on it. That just about killed my savings for the last 1-2 months, so I'm beginnging to save up for the next round of upgrades to my system. In terms of urgency / most improved quality of sound, what would you...
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    Newbie cable selection question

    Thank you for your reply and valuable input, I really appreciate it! Would something like this do the job well in your opinion? http://www.conrad.ch/ce/de/product/602025/?Lautsprecherkabel-Extra-Quality-abgepackt-2-x-4-mm-10-m Thanks!
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    Newbie cable selection question

    Hey one other question, Does it matter whether it is a pin connector or banana connector or just simply plain copper at the end? What is the effect on sound quality? Thank you!
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    Newbie cable selection question

    Thank you for your responses! I appreciate your input. In our opinion what gauge should the cable be? How big of an impact does this have on the sound I'm getting out of the speakers? Thank you!
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    Newbie cable selection question

    Hey everyone, I have recently inherited a number of components from my family and distant family's hifi systems and decided to put a couple of things together. My main issue is that I am not that familiar with all the technicalities of putting together a hifi system, and thus ask for your help...
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    Do I need a Phono PreAmp for this set-up?

    Dear All,I have looked over the internet for the answer to my following question unsuccessfully and came across this forum so I thought I'd give it a shot.I recently inherited a Technics SL-10 with the original 310MC cartridge. I was also given by a friend a Cambridge Audio Azur 540A Integrated...