Recent content by Balderdash

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    Netflix speech sync problem

    The TV is a Panasonic TX-L42E6B connected by a digital cable to DAC Magic Plus then to a 2 channel musical fidelity amp via standard audio leads. The TV is connected wirelessly to the Internet. To get any sound at all through this route when using Netflix or BBC Iplayer etc. I need to go into...
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    Netflix speech sync problem

    Hi all, apologies if this has been answered before but I would appreciate any advice. Watching Netflix through my smart TV with audio through my hifi, the dubbing is out. Can it be adjusted anyhow?
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    Compact floorstander and sub mix?

    Sorry that I can't offer advice but I am interested in the benefits of adding a sub to a 2 channel music system. I've not ever heard a sub and I wonder why more people don't use them to beef up bass outside of a home cinema set up.
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    Which DAC?

    I bought one a week ago and am very pleased. I also bought the Bluetooth adapter and am happily sending music via my iPad. Very good sound. There is I'm sure better available but I don't listen to music in solemn silence over analysing........
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    Unlistenable albums

    Compact snap by the jam sounds awful on my system but not too bad in the car. I played it through my old 63 KI sig and it's really harsh/screechy. It's an album that was potentially put together without the engineers striving for perfection anyway.
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    DAC change needed?

    Finally the penny drops! My DAC is only for using with a computer - it has driver software. It won't work with the TV as the TV does not have the driver software installed. Anyway, my second brainwave of the night was to connect the TV to my old Sony minidisc player and connect that to the amp...
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    DAC change needed?

    Hi, i would like to play the sound from a TV through my 2 channel amp. The TV has a digital out and my DAC has a digital input yet I can't get any sound through the hifi- nothing. I have tried playing with settings to no avail. Can anyone recommend a DAC that will definately handle whatever...
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    Connecting TV to 2 channel amp

    Thanks, but not a peep. I wonder if my Dac is the problem- perhaps it can't process the tv output.
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    Connecting TV to 2 channel amp

    Thanks mmg. I have done that but no sound other than from the tv speakers. I'll call the shop for more help. I'm baffled!
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    Connecting TV to 2 channel amp

    I am stuck, please help! i have bought a Panasonic viera TX L42E6B and am trying to put the sound through my 2 channel audio amp. I cant get any sound through the speakers. I have an amp and dac. The tv has speaker outputs amd a digital audio output which i think is optical. Thanks in...
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    Vienna Acoustic - The Kiss

    Crossie, Very impressive. What sort of volume can you achieve with large speakers and plenty of power? Are the Wilmslows elsewhere in the house? regards.
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    Just enjoy...

    Well said. I enjoy most of my music at the weekend with a beer in hand. I am never sat down carefully listening with a critical ear. I am however aware that better is always available and occasionally i change my equipment. I do enjoy reading about how other people spend their cash and aim for...
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    The active speakers club

    Anybody know about these? Regards. Product Code: 249210 Studiospare SN10A Active Monitors An active version of our highly popular SN10 monitors, inspired by the legendary Yamaha NS-10's... £182.50 + VAT (Euro-€226.30)
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    Extra ballast in floorstanders

    Does anyone recommend increasing ballast or know the general guidelines for quantity based on cabinet volume? Thanks.
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    Musical Fidelity owners

    Has anyone has their equipment upgraded via the MF fine tuning service? http://www.musicalfidelity.com/fine-tuning/ i would be interested to hear from you. Thanks