The Monkey

I remember my parents' mad dash to the bank on Friday afternoons to get cash for the weekend. ATMs FTW.

Happy Beefy Birthday.

Does other stuff (e.g., browser, email client, Pr0n) slow down a lot when you are using amarra?

Thanks Dusty. That actually describes very well some of the differences I am finding between sources. "Grain" is also a word that comes to mind.

Are any good RPG games available for the Mac these days?

Trick question! It's vinyl, of course.

I bought Dan's (Vicki's?) ESW9 and I like it very very much. Much MUCH more musical than the HD 25-1.

meh, don't cop out on me Dusty. Use your words! Do you think high res/SACD/analog sound alike? I know this stuff is hard to describe, but that's why I asked the question. Moar words!

Thanks, Ric. I just downloaded it. I have given up on FF for the time being.

Good one. I've always liked the Emmylou Harris version. Add another to the list: Velvet Underground - "Pale Blue Eyes"

Will a KGSS play smooth jazz?

Yes, I think separation is probably the term I would use.

Also, what's your source? Gotta have a source. There are some here who believe the source is very important.

I think you need to temper your expectations. Based on what you've already selected and your stated budget, your system will sound great, but you will not be near the top end. That said, I love the Lambdas (regular, pro, Sig) out of the GES. Perhaps the 404 LE. I haven't heard them, but what I've read has been very encouraging.

nihilist.

Pretty sure I made some people work over the weekend.

Further to the above, I am wondering if people can help define what they mean by a "digital" sound. We're all familiar with this refrain when critics talk about DACses' shortcomings, but what does it really mean? In particular, for those of us who don't have much experience, if any, with hi-end vinyl, how would you describe this "digital" sound signature?

I've been listening to the D/AC 1000. A very satisfying sound. Lots of mids, plenty of bass. Some congestion, too. And a relatively close soundstage. Great bang for the buck. The Dodson is better, IMO, but I see why people love the Parasound DACs.

Congrats, Wes. Once I clear some space on my DAC rack, I suspect I'll be giving you a call.

I like all of it.

Eye stuff gives me the willies. I hope you feel better.

Pretty good. Disparaging, though, which is always risky in competitive advertising.

I like the corporate overlords at the back of the line keeping on eye on who's cheering. And who's not.

Smash it into little tiny bits.

Sorry for your loss, Brent.