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  1. gene

    A/V Receiver Impedance Selector Switch

    Using the 4-ohm setting, especially on an Onkyo, severely limits your amplifier power even with just 1CH driven. If you're spending big money on an RZ50 or 70 and doing that, you're better off just buying a much cheaper Onkyo unless you need the added features. There's nothing wrong with the...
  2. gene

    A/V Receiver Impedance Selector Switch

    The switch is there for one reason only, UL certification for 4 ohms with all channels driven. All Japanese AV receivers function similarly. One Yamaha i measured in the past did deliver same power in 4 ohms in low setting as 8 ohms in high setting but again it's limiting your power. Yamaha...
  3. gene

    A/V Receiver Impedance Selector Switch

    Nothing has changed is latest gen amp sections of D&M AVRs in terms oh how the impedance switch works. I also have direct access to the head of engineering Denon Japan and he has confirmed my findings. Be careful what you read on forums from end users that don't have the knowledge on amplifier...
  4. gene

    A/V Receiver Impedance Selector Switch

    No, that's essentially wrong. The 4 ohm setting severely limits power and thus current into 4 ohms. The receiver isn't tripping in the low impedance settings bc it never delivers enough power to the load due to limiting it in that setting. You can read every review I've done with measurements on...
  5. gene

    Bose acquires Mcintosh

    https://www.audioholics.com/news/bose-acquires-mcintosh
  6. gene

    Onkyo TX-RZ70 11.2CH AV Receiver - Official Support Thread

    Our full review of the Onkyo TX-ZR70 has been published: https://www.audioholics.com/av-receiver-reviews/onkyo-tx-rz70-1
  7. gene

    Bose acquires Mcintosh

    https://www.youtube.com/shorts/Ox2qi3z9KpE
  8. gene

    Bose acquires Mcintosh

    Autoformers in the output stages in this day and age are silly. Why would you want an amplifier to deliver the same power in 8, 4 and 2 ohm loads and add all of that hysterisis to the output that isn't a problem for modern solidstate amplifiers. Build quality and aesthetics aside, I see little...
  9. gene

    Bose acquires Mcintosh

    McIntosh speakers have been trash for decades. Maybe Bose can help them engineer better ones? In all honesty, I think this is a move to solidify their top tier positions in Magnolia showrooms and also regain ground lost in car audio since Mcintosh and Sonus Faber are not players in the space.
  10. gene

    What Makes a Good Audiophile YouTube.com Video?

    LOL definitely not, but I am.
  11. gene

    What Makes a Good Audiophile YouTube.com Video?

    I admire his channel growth and production value not necessarily the actual content.
  12. gene

    RBH Sound Impression 85-1 Floor-Standing Loudspeaker Review

    was this written by ChatGTP?
  13. gene

    What Makes a Good Audiophile YouTube.com Video?

    That's challenging for most and tbh, to capture a general audience, they don't really care for all the technical stuff. Just look at Andrew Robinson videos. He has the highest views and the least technical presentations. I admire his production quality and ability to grow his channel.
  14. gene

    What Makes a Good Audiophile YouTube.com Video?

    You gotta have Rizz Jerry. At least that's what my kids say ;)
  15. gene

    Focal Aria Evo X No.4 Loudspeaker Review

    It wouldn't be a speaker review without TLS Guy vetting the "shortcomings" compared to his DIY speakers ;)
  16. gene

    Focal Aria Evo X No.4 Loudspeaker Review

  17. gene

    Best Turntable Isolation Materials

    https://www.audioholics.com/diy-audio/isolation-in-turntables
  18. gene

    Audioholics Petition to FTC to Reopen 2024 Amplifier Rule - We Need Your Help!

    Guys, please submit your petition to the link below rather than emailing Hong Park: https://www.regulations.gov/commenton/FTC-2024-0039-0001 Mr. Park contacted me that he wants to ensure the petitions get on record and this is the best way to do it. Thanks
  19. gene

    Audioholics Petition to FTC to Reopen 2024 Amplifier Rule - We Need Your Help!

    I just sent this email to Mr. Hong Park from the FTC
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