Recent content by itsjjp

Update, I replaced my Bellari PA-550 preamp with a nice used Emotiva USP-1, and all I can say is wow, what a difference!

Update, I replaced the RP-600Ms with Elac Debut 2.0 B5.2s -and reconnected my Polk PSW108 sub. Out of the box performance has been impressive. I much prefer these over the RP-600Ms as well as the SS-CS5Ss, and I'm only 2 discs into it.

The room isn't bad, considering its dimensions and potential challenges you've noted. I play the drums and have a small jazz kit in the wing ahead of the main listening area. Basement has wood framed walls and ceiling with insulation everywhere. I did that because of the drums. It's the most...

Also, I'm not necessarily looking for a bass heavy speaker so much a broad and balanced range on a budget. I thought I could lose the sub with the RPs, but not anymore.

Yes, it would seem a tube amp would work much better with the RP-600Ms. I did enjoy the bass in those at higher volumes and with the bass gain up, but there reached a point to where it mucks up the mids. And certainly I like to listen at moderate levels as well.

I don't imagine the Rotel has leaky caps as it sounded great before. I checked with Bellari before buying the PA-550 and they assured me it would work well with my setup -and it did. While they say it's most noteworthy achievement is improving the sound of streaming formats, they said it will...

I've experimented with anywhere from 12 to 24 inches from the wall and with varying degrees of toe. Speakers are around 12' apart. When I get to where it's less harsh, it's also less clear. Room is about 16'x16' in the main listening space. Carpeted floor, low ceiling -a standard 8' basement...

This is my first post and I'm not a true audiophile per se, but I know a good sounding system when I hear one. I have hundreds of CDs and had a basic consumer system, so during the pandemic I decided to assemble an entry-level Hi-Fi setup to better enjoy my music. I'm running a Onkyo C-7030 CD...