Hello from Cambridge, UK!
Hi,
My serious interest in listening to HiFi began in 1976 after purchasing a Naim 160 and LP12 from (the late) Julian Vereker, then based in Salt Lane, Salisbury. Modified the system numerous times with final upgrade to a Naim 250 and Linn Isobariks. Delved into valve power in the early 90’s with a pair of EAR 549’s, but tired of paying £250+ per year for servicing to Tim de Paravicini. Townshend Rock, Xcaliber and some Townshend Tors completed this system. The new century saw a return to Naim with a fast track through SBL’s and 135’s to a Tri-amped 500 system with NBL’s, LP12, Aro and Armageddon, CDS3, plus a modest Nakamichi cassette deck.
The Tri-amped system was rarely used due to my travels, more recently both health and hearing have taken a big hit so the majority of the equipment has been disposed of in recent months. Nevertheless, I still have for sale, and can demonstrate, a pristine Naim NAP 500 with Power Supply, Naim 252 Pre-amp and Supercap, complete with remote control etc. If you are interested please call me on: 07770 833 337.
My most musical experience achieved was with an LP12, Grace and Supex in the late 70’s, an expensive upgrade in the early 80’s with trampoline, Itok and Asak was perhaps more dynamic, perhaps more neutral? But, after some consideration lengthy consideration, less sublime and less magical.
I listen to many types of music, classical jazz and pop, performers providing special enjoyment include Amy Winehouse, Carly Simon and Art Garfunkle. My favourite recent cd being the sound track from ‘A Star is Born’ with Lady Gaga and Bradley Cooper. I continue to grow my cd collection with regular visits to Charity Shops obtaining a huge variety of music for 50pence or £1 per disc.
David
