High End Audio System - System update!

[RockandorRoll 1,179]

i love how theres and xbox in there, so cool

[darthlaker 1,662]

gotta have the xbox! can't wait for halo reach to come out!! )

[Paul Spencer 1,131]

Is that a pair of dipoles I see in the corners pretending to be bass traps?!

[colinm1 755]

i've done a setup of some pipedreams and their equilizers are also very good,if i remember right they, like the van 5's use a q filter amongst other things,although ive got some wilson watts i would love to have that q in my system,

we(where i used to work) were making some filters for some hi end customers at 1 stage ,we analised the room got the lo freq bad spot and made a filter to suit ,worked out good ,mainly they were genesis 1 or 2's and a couple of the smaller models

you would think they'd have that in their system !! but then again they are really only a new irs beta setup,

too much energy in the room with 12 by2 subs

[darthlaker 1,662]

Paul, LOL.....the diffusers look like some dipoles!!

colinm1, yes, the Vandys have a Q filter and a few other controls for bass. It's a very neat little idea and very well thought out and designed. The subs play fast and go very deep as well....it's great to have a full range speaker system! )

[Guest Bodhisattva]

Hi Darth, you're obviously a passionate audiophile. Congratulations on a well thought out rig. I like Ayre gear which is very organic & smooth sounding, and always good value. I'm familiar with your racks which look & work great. Also your Furutech room diffusers are basically Acoustic Revive RWL-3's. Bottom line; they work & are a good choice for stand alone room tuning devices. The Ultrasonic amp stands look well made as well. I thought i'd seen those things on AG; seems they made the glowing VAC stands & rack. I think your choice of Vandersteen 5a's are a good choice in their dual role as home theatre & 2 channel speakers. It's a shame you live in Adelaide If I get down there on holiday i'll make a point to pm you!

Cheers,

David.

[darthlaker 1,662]

Thanks Melbguy1 for your kind post.

Yes, I am very passionate about music and love to listen and be taken away.....

Yes, Ayre products are very organic and smooth, and very neutral. Amazing company actually.....

Drop me a PM if you ever get down south!

Cheers

[Guest Bodhisattva]

Great stuff Darth

[mikizee 524]

Nice pics.... can't wait to have a listen!

[darthlaker 1,662]

cheers mike! it sounds better than it looks!! )

seeya soon!

Edited October 6, 2010 by darthlaker

[lowpoke 91]

I think I just felt some saliva dribble from the edge of my mouth.

[darthlaker 1,662]

LOL lowpoke!

I have the Kleenex ready for when you pop by tomorrow!

[Peter the Greek 1,108]

Very sexy, those racks are sweet!

[lowpoke 91]

darthlaker was kind enough to invite me for a listening session today as he's only 5 minutes from my office.

He's a really nice guy who obviously knows his stuff and has a refreshingly eclectic music collection.

The system is very impressive indeed. Probably the best I've heard. Those Vandersteen's certainly command authority, both in appearance and sound. A thoroughly enjoyable and enlightening experience!

[darthlaker 1,662]

Thanks lowpoke for the kind words and sharing some music today....

Any other SNA members are welcome to pop in...please just PM me.

[nfi42 4]

Any other SNA members are welcome to pop in...please just PM me.

All in good time...