Started 3 days, 19 hours ago (2009-12-22 13:58:00)
by AlanN
I guess George found out that sometimes the
SACD version isn't worth the premium cost!
Started 1 week ago (2009-12-18 13:32:00)
by AlanN
What program did you rip with? I would suggest playing the suspect files back directly via your computer, bypassing the Roku (ideally using headphones), and see if
the hiss is still there. If so, the problem lies in the ripping. The ripping process shouldn't be adding extraneous noise, but I suppose a technical or software glitch could be the culprit. Personally, I rip to FLAC using EAC or ...
Started 1 week, 2 days ago (2009-12-16 14:00:00)
by AlanN
Yep, and quite a few "modders" are already offering additional $$$ upgrades! Of note, the (mid-fi focused) site Audioholics just tested the new SE version, and found some anomalies in it's
bass management, which they feel needs to be addressed by Oppo... http://www.audioholics.com/reviews/transports/high -definition-dvd-players-hd-dvd-blu-ray/oppo-bdp-83 se I'm using the original BDP-83, ...
Started 1 month ago (2009-11-23 00:44:00)
by AlanN
Wow! What an incredible performance this was... musically, artistically, and athletically! I was physically worn out from just watching, and can only imagine the conditioning and training this troupe endures. They totally blew the (apparent full house) crowd away. We had seats off to
the far side, and I was worried we'd be sitting in a bass node, but the acoustics were absolutely superb. I ...
Started 1 month, 2 weeks ago (2009-11-11 01:30:00)
by AlanN
I've gotta hunt down a copy of that issue! In the meantime, they've posted an excerpt online about getting better bass, and it's got some great tips... http://www.avguide.com/article/guide-better-bass-t as-197
Started 2 months ago (2009-10-21 01:48:00)
by joncat
Very interesting Alan. I have been reading about RoomEQ Wizard and a new one, to me, named ARC system which runs as a VST plugin on your PC
multimedia player of choice. I am going to pick up another ECM8000 mic and compare what these two have to say about my room. then I'll have to invite you over to see what the XTZ says. I did some reading here regarding EQ vs. Room treatment (seems like ...