Need super sounding bookshelf speakers help!!

[sailfish]

I just spoke to a dealer 150 miles away. He was very knowledgeable, has quite a wide range of equipment, and easily answered all my questions. He even called me back apologizing for cutting me off(I thought no such thing)as he was up in an attic doing some wiring. I am scheduling a listening next week, as he works out of his home.

 

[Davemcc]

Big people dollars? 500 dollars is big people dollars? I spend more then that every month.

WOW!!! That's a pretty tight budget. Once you deduct your mortgage payment and property taxes, it probably doesn't leave very much for utilities, gas and insurance. You must have to skimp on your food budget after paying all the big bills.

Or is it that Mommy and Daddy are doing the heavy lifting on paying for your lifestyle? Let me tell you, Holden, that walking around the big city with a pocket full of cash, a filthy mouth and a bad attitude doesn't make you a man.

Shush now, Holden, while the grown-ups talk about how to spend what's left over after the big people bills are all paid.

 

[billy p]

Oh man, I can't wait for the follow up? He will be pis.....ed.

 

[sailfish]

Not that I read between the lines. Your lucky the wife doesn't read the forum! LOL

In a previous life, Billy p. My wife is the love of my life. Plus she would neuter me(OUCH!) if I were foolish enough to take the forbidden step.

 

[sailfish]

WOW!!! That's a pretty tight budget. Once you deduct your mortgage payment and property taxes, it probably doesn't leave very much for utilities, gas and insurance. You must have to skimp on your food budget after paying all the big bills.

Or is it that Mommy and Daddy are doing the heavy lifting on paying for your lifestyle? Let me tell you, Holden, that walking around the big city with a pocket full of cash, a filthy mouth and a bad attitude doesn't make you a man.

Shush now, Holden, while the grown-ups talk about how to spend what's left over after the big people bills are all paid.

Davemcc......you can hang out with me any day. TY

 

[Sheep]

WOW!!! That's a pretty tight budget. Once you deduct your mortgage payment and property taxes, it probably doesn't leave very much for utilities, gas and insurance. You must have to skimp on your food budget after paying all the big bills.

Or is it that Mommy and Daddy are doing the heavy lifting on paying for your lifestyle? Let me tell you, Holden, that walking around the big city with a pocket full of cash, a filthy mouth and a bad attitude doesn't make you a man.

Shush now, Holden, while the grown-ups talk about how to spend what's left over after the big people bills are all paid.

So when you were 20 you lived on your own, walked 4 miles in the snow uphill to and from work and school? Yeah, you're a saint.

I never said anything about his budget being "cheap". But to insinuate that I can't fathom 500 dollars is rude. My parents have not payed for any of my wants since I was 14. I started working the second I was legally able. I bought and pay for my car (and do all the servicing on their cars). I pay for any of my wants, I payed for my schooling (and will pay for ALL of it, regardless of cost), I have my stereo setup for it is a central family system, it's not just mine. I also help out with anything else.

But this is completely off topic. The topic is how sailfish has taken you along for a ride. Just look at post 120, he said he talked with a dealer that is going to handle everything from here on out. Seems like a lot of effort on everyone else's part to recommend and guide him for that long just to go and start all over again somewhere else.

Gee Dave, I know you haven't been here that long, but I have. I've seen people like this come and go. Every once and a while you can take advice, from someone that's been around the block a couple times.

If you want to continue this we can go to PMs.

SheepStar

 

[Andreas]

So when you were 20 you lived on your own, walked 4 miles in the snow uphill to and from work and school? Yeah, you're a saint.

I never said anything about his budget being "cheap". But to insinuate that I can't fathom 500 dollars is rude. My parents have not payed for any of my wants since I was 14. I started working the second I was legally able. I bought and pay for my car (and do all the servicing on their cars). I pay for any of my wants, I payed for my schooling (and will pay for ALL of it, regardless of cost), I have my stereo setup for it is a central family system, it's not just mine. I also help out with anything else.


If you want to continue this we can go to PMs.

SheepStar

PMs don't work for me.

Being an audio site I think its rude for you guys to take pot shots at each other in a print format.

Sheepstar, you seem to be sorta resourceful and not unintelligent. Can you do us a solid and convert all future arguements to a lossless audio format for our listening pleasure?

Now can someone pass the popcorn?

Andreas

 

[sailfish]

So when you were 20 you lived on your own, walked 4 miles in the snow uphill to and from work and school? Yeah, you're a saint.

I never said anything about his budget being "cheap". But to insinuate that I can't fathom 500 dollars is rude. My parents have not payed for any of my wants since I was 14. I started working the second I was legally able. I bought and pay for my car (and do all the servicing on their cars). I pay for any of my wants, I payed for my schooling (and will pay for ALL of it, regardless of cost), I have my stereo setup for it is a central family system, it's not just mine. I also help out with anything else.

But this is completely off topic. The topic is how sailfish has taken you along for a ride. Just look at post 120, he said he talked with a dealer that is going to handle everything from here on out. Seems like a lot of effort on everyone else's part to recommend and guide him for that long just to go and start all over again somewhere else.

Gee Dave, I know you haven't been here that long, but I have. I've seen people like this come and go. Every once and a while you can take advice, from someone that's been around the block a couple times.

If you want to continue this we can go to PMs.

SheepStar

Wow!....my first post here was January 18. I expressed problems finding a dealer and asked for opinions about various speakers. My fellow posters here kept suggesting that I find a dealer and listen to various systems. I apologize if my willingness to drive 300 miles round trip just to listen to some systems somehow offends some of you. I meant no disrespect. As I went winding my way down this digital/analog audio journey, I got exited and realized that if I was patient, learned as much as I could from my friends here, and maybe opened up the check book wider, that I might find something that I would appreciate for the rest of my golden years. This is something that I have denied myself as I have worked over the years to assure my family a comfortable lifestyle. I sincerely apologize to any of you who might be offended because I heeded your advice to go hear some systems. For the record; I never said that the dealer with whom I've spoken for a total of ten minutes will "Handle everything from here on out". As a 54 year old member of the AAYRP(American Association of Young Retired People), I can assure you that that aint my style. I will say that learning from people, like you, that are a lot more knowledgeable than myself is my style. Thanks guys. D@mn, the last two weeks seems like a lifetime!

 

[Davemcc]

My fellow posters here kept suggesting that I find a dealer and listen to various systems.

That is the best way, but I appreciate that some people might find that difficult. In this case, reading reviews and opinions is a good way to get an idea of which speakers might best suit you. Choosing an internet direct brand with a good return policy is a safe bet. Aperion and AV123 will pay for shipping both ways on bookshelf speakers if you choose not to keep them for any reason. That's probably a good place to start given your distance from a dealer.

 

[sailfish]

That is the best way, but I appreciate that some people might find that difficult. In this case, reading reviews and opinions is a good way to get an idea of which speakers might best suit you. Choosing an internet direct brand with a good return policy is a safe bet. Aperion and AV123 will pay for shipping both ways on bookshelf speakers if you choose not to keep them for any reason. That's probably a good place to start given your distance from a dealer.

TY Dave....

 

[bandphan]

PMs don't work for me.

Being an audio site I think its rude for you guys to take pot shots at each other in a print format.

Sheepstar, you seem to be sorta resourceful and not unintelligent. Can you do us a solid and convert all future arguements to a lossless audio format for our listening pleasure?

Now can someone pass the popcorn?

Andreas

did someone say pot?

 

[Guangui]

That is the best way, but I appreciate that some people might find that difficult. In this case, reading reviews and opinions is a good way to get an idea of which speakers might best suit you. Choosing an internet direct brand with a good return policy is a safe bet. Aperion and AV123 will pay for shipping both ways on bookshelf speakers if you choose not to keep them for any reason. That's probably a good place to start given your distance from a dealer.

Read Aperion's terms, I believe that they pay freight both ways, doesn't matter which system you buy. I might be mistaken, but check with them.

 

[Davemcc]

Read Aperion's terms, I believe that they pay freight both ways, doesn't matter which system you buy. I might be mistaken, but check with them.

I believe that is true of Aperion.

I just looked at AV123's policy again. Apparently, the risk free is available on the Reference 1, but not on the Rocket. Maybe that was a time limited special they were offering at one time?

 

[sailfish]

Well.....I finally made a decision. The order is in place. I am waiting anxiously. I sat for 4 1/2 Hours listening, while the dealer hooked up and unhooked a myriad of amps players and speakers. I was amazed at the difference the sound was with just the change of an amp(or any other component). Anyway, I paid my nickel and made my choice. Acoustic Zen Adagio speakers with Acoustic Zen Satori cables, Pathos classic MKIII integrated Amp(has a tubed pre), and a Cambridge Azur 840 CD player. 3 weeks ago I didnt know 7.1 from HDMI. Thanks to you guys I feel that I have a toehold into the world of hifi and HT. Though in the end I decided to go with two channel, when and if I decide to go multi-channel I feel I have at least gained enough lingo to be able to find the answers. DAC, HDMI, SACD, 24 bit upsampling, Hey.....piece of cake! It has been a long journey since my first post here, but in the end(or should I say beginning) I think I came around to exactly what I wanted and needed. Stay tuned.....after the burn in I'll let you know how things turned out. Thanks

 

[MUDSHARK]

Well done!

 

[Andreas]

can you toast marshmallows with that amp?



very nice...well done

 

[Newbie1954]

MC 6C vs Era D5

Can someone interject how does MC 6C compare to Era D5? 80% HT and 20% music. Thanks,

 

[sailfish]

thanks everyone

 

[Davemcc]

Congrats on the new system, TY. I'll be looking forward to your review because I've never had the chance to listen to Acoustic Zen speakers or the Pathos amps. I'm sure it's been quite an experience for you, but now you get the payoff. Enjoy.

 

[Davemcc]

Can someone interject how does MC 6C compare to Era D5? 80% HT and 20% music. Thanks,

I haven't had a chance to listen to the RBH, but I'd love to be able to hook you on the D5 sight unseen. The best thing to do is to try and find a dealer near you for an audition. If you can't find a dealer near you Here, shoot signal path an email and try to set up a 30 day in home trial. It is well worth the effort.