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@twissted1277 18 сағат бұрын
The Cheap audio man has a hack. Your thoughts? I run it to my Klipsch The Nines. Getting the most from it is what I want to know! So clocking on it could be improved. Any thoughts on this?
@EA-58 18 сағат бұрын
I still like them in a 2.0 setup in my small appartment
@HappyHighwayman 20 сағат бұрын
Extraordinary claims require extraordinary evidence
@stereofanoregon6481 17 сағат бұрын
I made no extraordinary claim, a 2db difference in noise via measuring hiss coming from a speaker. In the first 90 seconds of the review, I made the following specific statement: "I want to be clear, for almost everyone the improvement to your output will be small, but if you have done the Harman training, or have deep awareness for certain songs you will catch incremental improvements. So, when I discuss my observations keep this point in mind." In addition, I described in detail my observation of video image improve. Also, the following statement at the very end: "No, they shouldn’t be your first purchase when building an audio or home theater system. But, as a potential missing link when everything is set up and you’re looking for the last ingredient in reaching your goal, no doubt." Thanks for watching!
@archivestereo Күн бұрын
My 535 has a few issues but it’s one of the best amps I’ve ever heard. Thanks for the video
@debeye13 2 күн бұрын
Thanks for this video. We have a GFA-555 Amp and GFP-555 Preamp. Do you know if it’s possible to connect a iPhone to this package? TY in advance for your reply.
@ClassMPlanet-Yo 2 күн бұрын
Truly exceptional video! My integrated amplifier has a slight humming noise due to the power supply. Would the snubway and mainstream power conditioners help with that?
@stereofanoregon6481 Күн бұрын
Several potential reasons: The humming is most likely a grounding issue. Is it a two-way or three-way plug? Are the other units in the audio chain using the same plug configuration? Are florescent bulbs being use in the room? Always start with the simplest solution, then work your way to more complicated. If possible, start with another integrated amp, and keep lights and other items off on that circuit. If no hum, then start turning on items. I had a hum coming from an amp, turns out, it was a bad florescent bulb, replaced it with an LED, problem solved.
@ClassMPlanet-Yo Күн бұрын
@ thanks, you came up with some good ideas… I’m going to give that a try!
@adsph 2 күн бұрын
Thanks for sharing more affordable options.
@stereofanoregon6481 Күн бұрын
Appreciate it. Thanks for watching!
@RanTausi 2 күн бұрын
Thank you Mark !
@stereofanoregon6481 Күн бұрын
Appreciate your viewership!
@finnbogimarinosson3463 2 күн бұрын
Thank you for your honest review. Your voice is a breath of fresh air in a ego pollarded world of video blogging ....
@stereofanoregon6481 Күн бұрын
Thank you for the kind words!
@54tristin 2 күн бұрын
The original stands suck
@LeoRousseau 2 күн бұрын
I was lightning the pilot on my boiler a few weeks ago and I noticed while streaming music just the flip of the main power switch on the the boiler would cause a split second mute in the music every time I flipped the switch, and my audio rig is on it's own circuit... Drives me nuts!
@stereofanoregon6481 Күн бұрын
Electrical wiring in homes, especially older ones can be endlessly frustrating. Thanks for watching!
@Scorpion-king-c8q 4 күн бұрын
they look fantastic, I got the gloss cherry finish few years ago from local dealer floor model, mint condition with 45C center channel for half the price, using it with lexicon AVR and Anthem 325 MCA amp. very good for music and movies. have SVS Sb3000 subwoofer with, it .
@markmarcantonio2796 3 күн бұрын
Glad you're enjoying them. Thanks for watching!
@petehall5657 4 күн бұрын
Just bought these today for my office which is also about 10 by 10. In comparison to my elac debut 2 6.2 they sound better, crisper highs and better Bass. I have been listening to them all afternoon and so far no fatigue. I generally agree with your review of these speakers from what I have heard so far today. On a personal note due to my moderate hearing loss I wear hearing aids, some speakers like Polk audio are very fatiguing. These speakers so far have been excellent.
@stereofanoregon6481 4 күн бұрын
Glad they are working for you, adding hearing aids to the speaker equation, can definitely make finding the right pair more difficult. Thanks for watching!
@johnnewcomb5162 7 күн бұрын
Would you add the gfa 5300 to it to run 6 speakers total? Or just use the 555 by itself and the gtp-450 tuner? Or run the amp with the pioneer elite vsx -21txh? Trying to figure out the best sounding way to hook everything up. Thanks for any information.
@stereofanoregon6481 5 күн бұрын
I never recommend running more than one pair of speakers on an amp, unless designed for multiple pairings. Also keep in mind whether you are using a single model of speakers or different.
@cabomusico 11 күн бұрын
What a beautiful background!!! Congratulations!!! 👍💯
@stereofanoregon6481 11 күн бұрын
The benefit of living deep in the frontier!
@cabomusico 11 күн бұрын
@@stereofanoregon6481about the Peachtree Carina, oh man, they're beautiful, I'm really thinking buying one of those. I've also enjoyed the nice video, good job. 👍🙏 Kind regards from Portugal...😁
@trekkis 12 күн бұрын
Very good review, much better than on many popular channels, good work!. Only one small addition - optic is better in wiims and in overall, as it has lower measured jitter (in wiims) and what is even more important - galvanic isolation. Electrical noise provided without isolation can increase measured jitter in many dacs, so output quality often is lower :) But this is some small detail :)
@stereofanoregon6481 11 күн бұрын
I appreciate your input on optical. As always, when all is said and done, one's own ears will make the final choice. Thanks for watching!
@netseraph08 13 күн бұрын
I have the 5400. I think it is the successor of this amp. Sounds great.
@grandmasterjo1 13 күн бұрын
Great precise and concise video on the ultra. I have one You mentioned using the coax with your CD player. The Ultra has a coax Out only So how did you manage to connect your CD player through coax on the Ultra Please advice as I need to with my CD player Thanks 🙏👌👌
@stereofanoregon6481 12 күн бұрын
i appreciate you pointing out a flaw in my script. I failed to mention that it was an optical cd source in with COAX out. Poor writing and script reading on my behalf...Mea Culpa!
@grandmasterjo1 12 күн бұрын
Thank you for the clarification. I actually rechecked my ultra 🤪🤪 Your video is nice but your reply is better. Modesty is the key to great results and only few choose modesty over defiance. I truly appreciate your response 🙏🙏🙏❤️ I am thinking of pairing my Ultra with the Audiolab 6000 A. But I think the DAC in the Ultra is a better chip. It’s the same chip as in the Audiolab 7000A ( not so sure) but would love to know. Also I got the Ultra as I have a pair of Genelec that have a digital input so coax out helps But my first choice was the Audiolab 6000A play which I could not get hold of Cheers. Godbless
@geoffreydebrito2653 14 күн бұрын
My understanding is that the WiiM Ultra's bass management software allows simultaneous routing of low passed frequencies to the subout and high passed frequencies to the coax outlet. Allowing a superior external DAC to handle the frequencies above the subwoofer cut off point. Might I suggest that based on the reviews it is receiving that the new FiiO K11 R2R DAC would be a particularly fitting match for the Ultra? While relieving the Veri-Fi Scouts' woofer of handling lower bass frequencies would raise fidelity and ease incorporation of a sub(s) with the bookshelf speakers. Finally, any chance that you might have a review forthcoming of Veri-Fi Audio's 10" Caldera subwoofer?
@stereofanoregon6481 13 күн бұрын
I talked with Vera-Fi Audio today, and they are sending me the Caldera 10" sub for review. I'm sure someone will try the Ultra/FiiO match.
@trekkis 12 күн бұрын
It is exactly as you wrote. And fiio r2r is perfect match for ultra, but should be used with better power supply like ifi. Power supply from fiio box is terrible. Ares is next best step after fiio.
@geoffreydebrito2653 11 күн бұрын
@@trekkis Reportedly, FiiO is getting ready to offer a Linear Power Supply @ $130.00 Another reviewer suggests a 'Super Capacitor Filter' @ $20. off ali express. That reviewer is an electrical engineer, so presumably his recommendation has validity. There are a number of areas where ancillary equipment can improve the performance of both the Ultra and the FiiO R2R DAC. The Ares has competition in its category. Both the HoloAudio Cyan 2 and the Audio~gd R-1 NOS FPGA PCM/DSD DAC are challengers to the Ares.
@54tristin 15 күн бұрын
LRS are nice, but limited . The 0.7 is amazing when broken in
@stereofanoregon6481 14 күн бұрын
After hearing them side by side about a year ago, I couldn't agree more. Thanks for watching!
@opticalman6417 17 күн бұрын
can one hang them up with double sided adhesive tape or are they too heavy for that ?
@OrangeBiker 19 күн бұрын
Omg you are such a gem, thanks for highlighting that startup volume setting. I am looking for a integrated amp with startup volume setting
@stereofanoregon6481 18 күн бұрын
It is one of those subtle, yet important feature that does make for a better owner experience. Thanks for watching!
@ClassMPlanet-Yo 21 күн бұрын
Great review! I’m looking for new speakers and was considering the KEF R3 Metas. Do you think they would pair well with a Peachtree audio Nova500? Also, I’ve bought a Foz SS-X sound stage expander from Black Ice Audio and hooked it up to my nova500 with the loop connection… in addition to making my Klipsch speakers disappear, I have a nice tube warmth in the music. Definitely a great set up… If I had better speakers, I think it would make an even bigger difference.
@stereofanoregon6481 18 күн бұрын
The Nova is a bit brighter than the Carina integrateds from Peachtree. Since KEF's have a more open top end, this will be a personal choice, as some will say too sparkly, while others will believe it's a match made in heaven. I would consider how well treated your room is. Ordering from Peachtree direct gives you time to try it out. Power-wise, you'll get the R3 metas jumping, like i did when I ran it with my Peachtree amp500. Thanks for watching!
@g.fortin3228 24 күн бұрын
kind of dissapointed.. the title suggests a look under the hood. we didnt get to see under the cover.
@mikeSL246 24 күн бұрын
I put black tape over the blue searchlight! The power button lights up when turned on so why this light needs to be included is the amp’s only fault.
@mikeSL246 24 күн бұрын
Hah, I was listening to the review in the background when I heard Emerald Physics 600 2SE! I used it with my old 1.5 and now 1.7i and I can confirm that it works great. It replaced an old Hafler 9270. Diana Krall is another amazing vocal experience.
@stereofanoregon6481 14 күн бұрын
The 600.2SE is the real deal. I run it with the tubes engaged 100% of the time. Thanks for watching!
@2HatHudders 27 күн бұрын
What do you use for a streamer for this dac?
@stereofanoregon6481 26 күн бұрын
I use an iMac with Roon. Though, I am currently reviewing the WiiM Ultra, and am impressed by its value/feature set.
@2HatHudders 26 күн бұрын
@stereofanoregon6481 thank you
@AllboroLCD 27 күн бұрын
Much thanks for the share. Very surprised how they sounded worse in mono operation, but I'll def take your word on it. I urge you consider a Hafler amp for your Maggies, as they were designed specifically to drive panel speakers, have the same quality and price point of Adcom as well. Consider a DH-500, XL-600, P9505, youll find em in nice shape around $1k
@stereofanoregon6481 26 күн бұрын
I currently use the Emerald Physics 600.2SE with 700wpc @4 Ohms and has a pair of tubes for warmth. Back in the '90's a friend ran Hafler with Maggies.
@AllboroLCD 26 күн бұрын
@@stereofanoregon6481 Very nice, an amp like that will set you for life! I finally got me an ST-70 for tube sound, paired with my Hafler 9505 I'd like to think I have a perfect setup for bi-amping traditional speakers, time will tell : D
@rudykraker4905 Ай бұрын
Is the adcom GTP-502 preamp any good?
@JakeFockstein-cn3hc Ай бұрын
That is one beautiful piece of property. Wow!
@markmarcantonio2796 Ай бұрын
We consider ourselves very lucky. Thanks for watching!
@JonathanTorney Ай бұрын
555 ii and a set of Klipsch Chorus ii monsters... Recommended.
@rudykraker4905 Ай бұрын
Just bought adcom gfa-535ii amplifier and the adcom gfp-450 preamp with the original remote control eBay today they should be here Friday
@Linux_Lucy Ай бұрын
Whilst recently at a dealer checking out 'other gear', he suggested I have a listen to the new R3 Meta's. My main amp for the past 2 years was the Hegel H390. ( I have just 'Down-Sized' to the New H190v ) They do sound very good with Hegel Amps. I'd say the best Bang for Buck would be the new H190v. Though they did very well with the 75 Watt H120. I've never really been a fan of KEF. Always found them Bright and 'Tizzy'. Alanis Morissette on any previous KEF was just 'Un-Listenable' ! A Sibelence 'Mess' ! 😖.... And Agnes Obel / Joni Mitchell / Tori Amos were just TOO MUCH on the older KEF's ! ... On the R3 Meta's they were all very good / tolerable ... Having said all of that, there are better speakers out there for around the same price, IMO ... Try the excellent Amphion Argon 3S ( Rear 'Radiator' so they 'do' work closer to the Wall ) ... And Yes, I bought a pair. 😍... ( But, I am an ATC 'Fan Girl' ... I own 3 different models of ATC's - SCM 11's / Passive SCM 40's & ''Active'' 19's 🙂) I have just 'Sub'd .... ATB
@stereofanoregon6481 Ай бұрын
Lucy, I appreciate your detailed reply, and agree that the KEF sound is definitely not for everyone. I personally tried out the R500, but would agree with your pre Meta description. The upper frequencies (800hz and above) IMHO is where the debate seems to ensue. I do have a couple of the competition reviews coming by Christmas. Thanks for watching!
@CCPL-z9p Ай бұрын
Second question: how they compare to floor speakers - KEF R5 (non-Meta)?
@stereofanoregon6481 Ай бұрын
Heard the R5 non-meta for all of one song 4-5 years ago. My speculation would be a bit more bass, but the mid- and treble wouldn't be as smooth or detailed. Thanks for watching.
@CCPL-z9p Ай бұрын
How they compare to Monitor Audio Gold 100 or Chario Constellation Dolphines MK2 ??
@stereofanoregon6481 Ай бұрын
Haven't heard a pair of Monitor Audio speakers in a decade. Only fair that I pass on commenting.
@crimlarksSteve Ай бұрын
The 565 is a GREAT pre-amp. I bought one a long time ago (new) and it finally died about 2 years ago. Sad to see it go.
@stereofanoregon6481 Ай бұрын
I've had offers on my 565, but I won't part with it except to someone who is a true affectionado.
@silkhead44 Ай бұрын
The imaging on these is average
@stereofanoregon6481 Ай бұрын
Remember, room and positioning affect imaging and soundstage. Your milage may vary. Thanks for watching!
@silkhead44 Ай бұрын
KEF has updated these with meta tech and dont wait for the $350 price any time soon
@stereofanoregon6481 Ай бұрын
I agree, you won't see that price new with the Q150 meta.
@vaishnav555 Ай бұрын
What's your opinion on using these as home studio monitors? Can they be used by amateurs for that purpose?
@stereofanoregon6481 Ай бұрын
Honestly, you'll want a bigger woofer and cabinet. I know Yamaha made a model that was quite popular for studio usage. Find an online forum group and pick their brains. Thanks for watching!
@vaishnav555 Ай бұрын
@@stereofanoregon6481 thanks. Ended up buying a pair of Gennies. And so glad I did!
@1jhnpennington Ай бұрын
The 1.3 was OK. It was the 1.6 that caused the skipping issue.
@andrewoberle8288 Ай бұрын
He called them nasally, what’s the expression…maybe the coffee calling the kettle black, just saying. Good, honest review all and all. I think I may purchase these in walnut I like the looks and the price. Sorry For poking fun at you sir but you may want to reserve the word nasally for when it’s just you and your doctor 😅
@stereofanoregon6481 Ай бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@Dragonfly-wg6rg 2 ай бұрын
Just bought these and slightly wish I’d gone with black instead of white. Haven’t listened yet. Was debating between Q150, Borea BR02 and Spektor 2. Hopefully they don’t sound too bright ..
@stereofanoregon6481 2 ай бұрын
Don't toe then straight to your ears, align to just outside your shoulders.
@jmagruder7796 2 ай бұрын
Thanks For the Video I know Doug Audio Specialties Is There a concern about speaker relay problems
@Zhorellski 2 ай бұрын
Does it have Loudness features?
@baycchief3785 2 ай бұрын
Is it a big step up sonically to the flagship PreDAC + GaN400? Thanks
@rudykraker4905 2 ай бұрын
Is this amplifier a dual monoblock
@homeyleclerk4632 2 ай бұрын
Quality stands of requisite depth are rare, perhaps Walter offers the needful though likely on to next gen kit, I trust you teach your children well, cheers mate
@markmarcantonio2796 2 ай бұрын
You are so right about quality stands. That's why 18 years ago I spent months searching and was able to pick up the Celestion si stands. The same model that John Atkinson of Stereophile uses. Thanks for watching!
@Ali_ReBORN 2 ай бұрын
Kindly consider using a teleprompter on which you write down everything to read from to narrate quicker. I just couldn’t watch beyond 2 minutes.
@markmarcantonio2796 2 ай бұрын
A teleprompter creates a canned narration. My career as an educator teaching new international students each year has trained me to speak slower when giving information. I am trying to edit out all the pauses, as you will notice if you watch my latest review of the KEF R3 meta's.
@Ali_ReBORN 2 ай бұрын
@@markmarcantonio2796 Your call 😄 just wanted to inform you how the trend is these days! Wish you well!
@trevorbartram5473 2 ай бұрын
I bought my 535 in 86. It was used for 15 years (powered 24/7) connected directly to a Denon DCD1500 mkIV CD player, that included an output volume control & remote. I pulled the 535 from storage recently, the power supply caps have no bulge or leakage. The caps are 6800uF 63V custom to Adcom, with three pins & small size, has anyone identified replacement caps? What is the pin spacing of the two active terminals?
@surf6d769 2 ай бұрын
Good review. I hear such conflicting opinions about the highs of the R3 Meta. Anything from beautifully smooth, refined (and even understated) to a bit edgy and bright. I know you commented on setup/toe in, but generally speaking - whether sat in the ideal sweet spot or not - do you find them bright or metallic in the highs compared to other speakers you've heard?
@stereofanoregon6481 2 ай бұрын
No, I don't find them bright or edgy even with the measured bump rise starting at about 7-8Khz. The Meta technology from what I've heard from others tamed it. As I mentioned, both Totem and Paradigm (companies I'm a fan of their house sound) are much brighter.