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WTB: Mytek Brooklyn + Dac/preamp/headamp
gemini07 replied to crimsondelagator's topic in Wanted to Buy
I have a current model Benchmark DAC3 HGC dac / preamp / headphone amp in the classifieds that compared very well in back to back reviews with the Mytek Brooklyn, if you are interested. In your price range and available in silver or black. -
Item: one metre pair Price Range: less than new Item Condition: New or Used Extra Info: must be xlr connectors.
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For that price range you should also consider the Lenehan foilflex speaker cables. You can audition mine when I get back from Canberra (they are not for sale).
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EXPIRED: FS: Luxman D-06u SACD/CD/ Digital Player
gemini07 replied to Frank Prowse Hi-Fi's topic in Classifieds - Commercial
I have heard one of these elsewhere and they are as good a CD player / DAC as it gets. The inclusion of a DAC input is really useful if you have a streamer. The importance of the source is often undervalued. If you don't get it right at the start, you can't get it right later in your system, no matter how much you spend. All you can do is reduce the damage (sometimes). -
For very reluctant sale is my vintage Proton AA1150 power amp. These were designed by the US brand Proton in the late 70's / early 80's and patented with their unique Dynamic Power on Demand technology, which featured remarkably high dynamic power supply and ultra low distortion (it is not a Class D amp...) They are now something of a collector's item, and have a pair of captivating green VU meters. This amp is a dual mono structure and provided the following tested power and distortion levels: At 8 ohms dynamic power recorded as 324W (20 millisecond burst), 225W fo
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Further information: For sale is my current model Benchmark DAC3 HGC, which is less than two years old. This is provided with both a silver and black faceplate, as I bought the additional one in case I wanted to sell the unit later. The faceplates cost $160.00 to import. Also included in the asking price is a 30cm Elijah USB cable, which costs about $199. Benchmark is highly regarded as a technically innovative and high end manufacturer, and the DAC3 HGC has been made to the highest standards and levels of functionality. The HGC (Hybrid Gain Control) model serves as a
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Hey HiFi Man - that even sounds good through my computer! How do you find switching between the McIntosh and the Sansui - is there a night and day difference?
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EXPIRED: KEF Blade speakers
gemini07 replied to Rhinog66's topic in Classifieds - Stereo, Home Cinema & Headphones
Rainer, you've moved states! Hope you are enjoying Adelaide. -
Servicing / recapping a 1970s amplifier
gemini07 replied to matthewhurst's topic in Stereo Amplifiers & Pre-Amps
Yep - JT would certainly not be bothered opening stuff up. If he is stating that it's in 'Excellent working order', ask him if there's any sort of warranty..... He's told me he needs to factor the cost of warranties into his own purchase prices, so that might actually be the case..... Either way, $600 seems reasonable. -
Open Baffle Design....Very early doors!
gemini07 replied to mattjtaylor2809's topic in DIY Audio Projects
Not me - no. I'm quite happy with what I have. They do the job for both stereo and HT. -
Open Baffle Design....Very early doors!
gemini07 replied to mattjtaylor2809's topic in DIY Audio Projects
@mattjtaylor2809 Likewise - I have similar speakers to PeterP. Matt, you are very welcome to come over for a listen. Mine are the Spatial Hologram M3 Turbo. Cheers, G -
High End Audio System - System update!
gemini07 replied to darthlaker's topic in Showcase Your System & Build Threads
“Seems like women can still tell the difference between a PS5 console and an air purifier.” I don't know which is the more remarkable - the achievement or the statement.... -
Great Buys On Ebay, Gumtree, Marketplace etc.
gemini07 replied to Drizt's topic in Great Deals, Bargains, Specials Alerts
Sensational Proton D1200 power amp from the 70's. https://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/ashfield/stereo-systems/proton-d1200-power-amplifier-high-end-/1260113550 These could power up just about anything, and provided a very detailed sound stage. I suspect they might be best with a tube based preamp, or something just a bit warm. I have the D1150 sibling and although it's not currently in use, it's much better than some new amps costing 3 x's the price.