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Wondering if any of y'all can answer my question regarding mono switches and their benefit. I understand the benefit for phono inputs if you're not using a mono cart. But is there any benefit to other, for example, digital mono sources if you have a mono switch on your amp? From my understanding, wouldn't a digital mono source already do the channel-summing for you?

As well, what if you have mono switches on both amp and phono? I am looking at the Luxman 507 and 509-z and they have mono switches. If you also have one on your phono, would there be a benefit to using both or one over the other (i.e. summing in different parts of the chain)?
 
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And all SUT are not equal. Just like all MC cart windings are not equal. The art of the transformer design is everything.


That's all to say that there is zero wear on this component if you decide to go with a used or discount unit.
 
Diaper Baby Escape Plan said:
Wondering if any of y'all can answer my question regarding mono switches and their benefit. I understand the benefit for phono inputs if you're not using a mono cart. But is there any benefit to other, for example, digital mono sources if you have a mono switch on your amp? From my understanding, wouldn't a digital mono source already do the channel-summing for you?

As well, what if you have moni switches on both amp and phono? I am looking at the Luxman 507 and 509-z and they have mono switches. If you also have one on your phone, would there be a benefit to using both or one over the other (i.e. summing in different parts of the chain)?
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That's a interesting question. I don't know if there is a direct answer with so many variables. It's almost like you would be better to experiment and pick the sound you like.
 
Mather said:
I know telling you this is going to come back to haunt me... but I actually once almost bought a vintage stainless steel autopsy table with the plan of converting it into a bar.
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Joe Mac said:
@Rip_City this is absolutely for the archives!
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Not good enough. This is an unsurprising admission, one that aligns with information disseminated over the past few years. The term "murder dungeon" on N&G was first used on January 18, 2021 and has been used frequently since.

It also does not contradict past information.

This will not qualify.
 
Mather said:
Oh I know. It's funny because they aren't really traditionally the style I prefer, however every single time I see them in person I swoon. Either the 2s or the 3s... But neither if them would work in my current room. I'm only sitting 9 feet away from the speakers and they're jammed into the corner of the room. I would need to change rooms to the basement, if I could figure out a way to make it work with the current very large L shaped couch which in hindsight was probably a very bad purchase when taking into account the potential thought of moving listening rooms...
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Focal Sopra No. 2 Floorstanding Speakers; Brown Concrete Pair (B-Stock)

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Bargain! And a cool finish IMO.
 
Slimwhit33 said:
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Focal Sopra No. 2 Floorstanding Speakers; Brown Concrete Pair (B-Stock)

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Bargain! And a cool finish IMO.
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Focal SOPRA N°3 Floorstanding Loudspeaker Light Oak (each) - Trade-in Audio, Black Friday, Clearance Deals, Speakers, Store Demo / Open Box, Tower Speakers, Trade-ins/Consignment - EQ Audio Video

The longest standing loudspeaker of the line, Sopra N°3 perfectly combines dynamics, space optimisation and harmonic richness.
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I'll see you those two's and raise you these 3s in a similar finish in Canadian dollars. Which is basically less than half price. Would be $13,500 USD for the pair.
 
Mather said:
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Focal SOPRA N°3 Floorstanding Loudspeaker Light Oak (each) - Trade-in Audio, Black Friday, Clearance Deals, Speakers, Store Demo / Open Box, Tower Speakers, Trade-ins/Consignment - EQ Audio Video

The longest standing loudspeaker of the line, Sopra N°3 perfectly combines dynamics, space optimisation and harmonic richness.
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I'll see you those two's and raise you these 3s in a similar finish in Canadian dollars. Which is basically less than half price. Would be $13,500 USD for the pair.
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Do it! Do it!
 
OMC said:
Listening in the dark or close to it, to me, just adds to the realness of a recorded performance. Color doesn’t matter then and listening is what makes a speaker a winner or not.
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Oh for sure, I only really care about the colour in terms of day to day living with them. Which is why in the livingroom, it would have to be muted, dedicated room it can be whatever. But it's a moot point, I ain't got that kinda cash or a room big enough for them... currently...
 
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