maybe its the musical style thats tiring you instead of the equipment. i know nowadays as much of a rock head i was when younger, it(rock) does tire me quite quickly now. other musical styles will no doubt do the same i guess
maybe its the musical style thats tiring you instead of the equipment. i know nowadays as much of a rock head i was when younger, it(rock) does tire me quite quickly now. other musical styles will no doubt do the same i guess
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I think it's complete bollocks that so and so turntable sounds a certain way, it's entirely dependent on what cartridge is on it. The G08 may be bright, I don't know, wouldn't mind trying one of the older Meridians, only you know, reliability is an issue with the older players.
Current system 1210 GR. CDP - Meridian G08. Amp -Sugden A21I - Sig. Wharfedale Lintons.
You're view is correct in some aspects Mike, the cartridge and the Phono stage used to the amplifier(s) has a very big impact on the end result, however as I have found out through various TTs they can and do have a part to play in the output in terms of sound, bass is the most obvious, a light weight platter will result less bass depth and control whereas a higher-mass one will be better, also more blackness I have found, depth to dynamic range. TTs with arms that are not adjustable can be an issue, VTA can be compromise, too high and it will sound bright and too low and it will become boomy.
As for your Meridian G08 it is known to be smooth and controlled not emphasising any aspect of the music, basically a very good CDP, so this is very unlikely to be causing your issues.
Listening is the act of aural discrimination and dissemination of sound, and accepting you get it wrong sometimes.
Analog Inputs: Pro-Ject Signature 10 TT & arm, Benz Micro LP-S, Michel Cusis MC, Goldring 2500 and Ortofon Rondo Blue cartridges, Hitachi FT5500 mk2 Tuner
Digital:- Marantz SA-KI Pearl CD player, RaspberryPi/HifiBerry Digi+ Pro, Buffalo NAS Drive
Amplification:- AudioValve Sunilda phono stage, Krell KSP-7B pre-amp, Krell KSA-80 power amp
Output: Wilson Benesch Vector speakers, KLH Ultimate One Headphones
Cables: Tellurium Q Ultra Black II RCA & Chord Epic 2 RCA, various speaker leads, & links
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Thinking slightly smaller speakers might help. My listening/living room isn't that big at all.
Current system 1210 GR. CDP - Meridian G08. Amp -Sugden A21I - Sig. Wharfedale Lintons.
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To be fair those Audio Notes were supposed to be good (you tried a pair didn't you?). And I've got good results from relatively budget speakers before with good (but not high end) equipment.
There's definitely something going on but I do wonder if it's your hearing/taste and mid/treble sensitivity.
What are the room dimensions Mike, I know of some speakers currently for sale(not mine) that might work well and as Martin says and I confer the speakers are one of the most important bits.
The Sugden a21 amp is a very good amp and is known for its smooth sound and no review highlight top end harshness, I know the Audio Innovations S500 very well having had two of them and at the price point are a favourite of mine and one I would consider returning to a review I came across "Transparent, musical and very untiring to listen to. Very critical of source components but will sound louder than 25W" I would second.
I do not know the Proacs you have but note this review comment "The Studio 140 does an excellent job illuminating high percussion information. The microdynamics and transient speed elicited from the many delicate ticks and pings of the percussionist during Holly Cole’s “Train” on Temptation [Alert] flirted with some of best reproduction I’ve experienced with this disc. But on Sinatra’s Only the Lonely [Capitol], “Angel Eyes” had a bit of edge where the Studio 140 adds some extra mid-treble sparkle." see https://www.theabsolutesound.com/art...0-loudspeaker/ Its likely reviewer speak for saying they can be bright without actually saying so.
So my thought are in line with Martin, its likely the speakers are the issue, especially if you are top end sensitive.
Listening is the act of aural discrimination and dissemination of sound, and accepting you get it wrong sometimes.
Analog Inputs: Pro-Ject Signature 10 TT & arm, Benz Micro LP-S, Michel Cusis MC, Goldring 2500 and Ortofon Rondo Blue cartridges, Hitachi FT5500 mk2 Tuner
Digital:- Marantz SA-KI Pearl CD player, RaspberryPi/HifiBerry Digi+ Pro, Buffalo NAS Drive
Amplification:- AudioValve Sunilda phono stage, Krell KSP-7B pre-amp, Krell KSA-80 power amp
Output: Wilson Benesch Vector speakers, KLH Ultimate One Headphones
Cables: Tellurium Q Ultra Black II RCA & Chord Epic 2 RCA, various speaker leads, & links
I think I am nearing audio nirvana, but don’t tell anyone.
Current Lash Up:
TEAC VRDS 701T > Sony TAE1000ESD > Krell KSA50S > JM Labs Focal Electra 926.