My missus said to me... "Let me get this straight. You spend £1,000 on speaker cables because you can 'hear the difference', but you can't hear me calling you from the kitchen" 😎
@VUmeters5 ай бұрын
😆 your missus is spot on. Sounds like you found a good one.
@russellbalint90384 ай бұрын
Never heard a difference in my 50 yrs of listening, but you know what they say, a fool and his money are soon parted.
@totalplonker8244 ай бұрын
As well as stereo, my system also entails a 9-Ch high-performance (9 externally amplified) Dolby Atmos set up. Even after auditioning 3 separate AVR's, the same ambient sound of the room was still present! That told me the unwanted faint background signal noise I had been experiencing had nothing to do with the actual units. Therefore, my attention changed to the cables. And even then It was only on the third occasion after I finally purchased shielded cables that the noise floor within my small room finally came down to satisfactory levels. Unshielded cables often act as antennas for attracting RF, and the longer the cable, the better the antenna. Probably explains why when I used to disconnect my heights and surrounds within 10 minutes, the faint background signal noise (RF/EMI) within my small room used to disappear/dissipate. The more cables I shield, the quieter my room becomes. In fact, the last group of cables I shielded were my HDMI's, and Lo behold the room became slightly quieter again. And to think I haven't even mentioned anything about the conductor of the cable.
@LEGOBubuSАй бұрын
😅 Busted! 🎉❤😘
@FleagleSangria5 ай бұрын
Amazing room and gear brother😎👍🏻👍🏻Thanks for giving letting us peek in and see the system.
@VUmeters5 ай бұрын
Thanks, John. Any empty space on those shelves is from you out sniping me. I hope you're doing well.
@FuzzyKaos29 күн бұрын
A place for friends and family... there is 1 chair in the room...
@umitbey48525 ай бұрын
Nice system and room, thank you for sharing them with us ✌
@VUmeters5 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching and commenting.
@3dimensionsofmusic3D5 ай бұрын
Amazing room and HiFi. Beautiful place. Thanks for sharing this. Greg
@VUmeters5 ай бұрын
Thanks, Greg. I appreciate your kind words.
@labalo55 ай бұрын
Thanks for the intro to your room and your hobby. Glad more channels are available not just trying to push arbitrary science and forgetting this stuff is all personal.
@VUmeters5 ай бұрын
Appreciate the comment. Music is very personal and a space that makes you feel more connected to it is important.
@Nick-sk1qp5 ай бұрын
Very nice stereo system and your custom listening room is simply gorgeous. Good luck with your journey !
@VUmeters5 ай бұрын
Thank you, Nick. It's been a fun journey so far.
@Vader1415 ай бұрын
Just joined... outstanding system and a great room, well planned. Thanks for sharing.
@VUmeters5 ай бұрын
Thanks, and welcome to the channel. I'm just getting started on KZfaq and I hope you enjoy.
@kimlovesfun28 күн бұрын
Beautiful and cozy !! Total Class! 😎
@DrNoahBoddy0045 ай бұрын
Your taste is superb, Rich! That system, and ESPECIALLY that decor is, what I like calling, “set, and forget” Comfort, Elegance, & Style! (I’ll definitely call you when I hit the mega-million$)❤ You’ve been blessed with the Gift.
@VUmeters5 ай бұрын
Thank you, I'm fortunate. It's been years of minor upgrades to get to this point. And a lot of eating Ramen noodles to save money.
@zencinema32455 ай бұрын
Nice combination warm. Great detail to the room and system.
@VUmeters5 ай бұрын
I'm glad you like it. Thanks for the comment.
@matbasterson5205 ай бұрын
Wow! Love it, mine's, let's say "cozy" 😁 very nice room!
@VUmeters5 ай бұрын
Thanks, I've had rooms of all shapes and sizes, and enjoying the music is always the most important thing.
@ptownmusicroom5805 ай бұрын
What a dream listening room. Must be awesome to enjoy music. I am jealous! 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉
@VUmeters5 ай бұрын
Thanks, it has been years of little upgrades to get to this point. I consider myself very fortunate.
@Ustaleone5 ай бұрын
You had me during the intro of this video. Subbed! Please make more of these kind of videos!
@VUmeters5 ай бұрын
Thanks for your support! I'm glad you enjoyed the video, and I'm happy to have you as a subscriber. I'll keep working hard to create more content that you'll enjoy.
@ConcertBuddie5 ай бұрын
Great space, great video sharing it. Keep it up, Rich ✌🏻
@VUmeters5 ай бұрын
Thanks, Chance. Much appreciated. You're videos keep pushing me to get better at editing.
@lokitio5 ай бұрын
Lovely space, great video!
@VUmeters5 ай бұрын
Thanks, Loki. I always make sure the bokeh 📸 is blurry for you.
@lokitio5 ай бұрын
@@VUmeters ah haha!
@NickP3335 ай бұрын
Rich, your system is beautiful, man. Very well thought out too. Love the Pass Labs stuff, and Nelson’s First Watt stuff is amazing too. Eric is such a good guy. I called up Tekton about 5 yrs ago and spoke to him about the DI’s. We spoke for about an hour, and in that time, he actually ended up down selling me on the Pendragons for like $1K less. They are still my main speakers. Who else in the audio world would do that? 🤷♂️😂 Anyway, again, absolutely stunning system, Rich. It was a pleasure having you go through it.
@VUmeters4 ай бұрын
Hey Nick, Thank you so much for your kind words! I'm happy you enjoyed the video and my system. I completely agree with you about Eric at Tekton. He's among the most genuine and helpful people in the audio industry. I've had the pleasure of speaking with him occasionally, and he's always been incredibly knowledgeable and generous with his time. The fact that he downsold you on the Pendragons speaks volumes about his character. He's not in it for the money; he's in it for the music. And that's exactly the kind of person I want to support. I'm so glad you're still enjoying your Pendragons. The Tekton subs have opened up my system, including the soundstage. Thanks again for your comment, Nick!
Thanks, I try my best, and maybe I will figure out KZfaq one of these days
@Daydream-Vinyl5 ай бұрын
Excellent video Rich, amazing setup.
@VUmeters5 ай бұрын
Thank you kindly!
@rmzidann5 ай бұрын
Very nice system. Well done! 👍😊
@VUmeters5 ай бұрын
Thank you! Cheers!
@Russell.S5 ай бұрын
Hey Rich, I remember when you came on the VC scene, so it’s great to see a room tour of your setup. Wow, this might be the new standard by which room tour videos should be measured. Although I may never have a space like this, it looks ideal for getting the most out of vinyl listening. I look forward to your record reviews, as this acoustic environment and equipment surely presents the music at its most revealing. Really enjoyed the tour, thanks!
@VUmeters5 ай бұрын
Russell, thanks for your kind words! I'm thrilled you enjoyed the room tour and found it informative. I'm always happy to share my knowledge and experiences with fellow VCers, and I'm glad that my video has positively impacted you. Thanks for watching, and I hope you continue to enjoy my content!
@michaelmartin30265 ай бұрын
I get it😂beautiful set up. Nelson pass is a legend!
@VUmeters5 ай бұрын
Thanks, having anything Pass Labs was a goal of mine for a long time.
@joshdocken46515 ай бұрын
Awesome rig and great video - appreciate you sharing!
@VUmeters5 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching! Sharing my passion for music is why I started a channel.
@johnsimmons50565 ай бұрын
Very classy. I am sure it sounds incredible.
@VUmeters5 ай бұрын
Many thanks! And I'm very happy with the sound, but the room has a lot to do with it.
@carminedesanto67465 ай бұрын
Very tastefully done 👍
@VUmeters5 ай бұрын
Thank you! Cheers!
@IvanMusicMan5 ай бұрын
WOW ❤ So nice room 🤗 I hope you use the room and invited friends for vinyl ❤ Music
@VUmeters5 ай бұрын
Thanks, Ivan. I'm happy to host if you're ever on this side of the Atlantic.
@Universityofvinyl5 ай бұрын
Very nice! Love that chair 👍🏻
@VUmeters5 ай бұрын
Thank you, Tim 🙌
@wayman105 ай бұрын
Thank you Rich for the cool video of your audio system. My brother has Wilson Alexis 2 speakers. I listen to his system a lot. The Wilson speakers sounds very rich and full body. It has very good bass response. I can see why you love Wilson Speakers system.
@VUmeters5 ай бұрын
Hey, thanks for dropping by! I'm with you on the Wilsons - they've got such a rich, full sound. It's awesome you get to experience the Alexia 2s through your brother's setup. They really do have an impressive bass response. Maybe I’ll move up the Wilson line someday. Cheers!
@realleescoggins5 ай бұрын
Nice system and fabulous room!
@VUmeters5 ай бұрын
Thanks, I'm glad you liked it.
@lildadh53085 ай бұрын
Beautiful system and room welcome
@VUmeters5 ай бұрын
Thanks you, much appreciated
@TM-fx2pi5 ай бұрын
Great video. Nice rig. Thanks!
@VUmeters5 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@thebuxtstopshere5 ай бұрын
Some lovely current gear. You know your own synergy. Great room.
@VUmeters5 ай бұрын
It's all about that gear synergy, like a perfect recipe for success!
@michaelmartin30265 ай бұрын
Nice goal! I spent years with threshold gear and loved every minute of it. As I’ve aged(especially ears) tube gear more romantic and less analytical became more appealing. The resolution of pass’s topologies is unsurpassed from my experience. Dynamic range is outstanding 💪
@VUmeters5 ай бұрын
Totally get where you're coming from! It's interesting how our tastes evolve over time. There's definitely something enchanting about the warmth of tube gear that can make listening feel more intimate as we go along. And you're spot on about Pass Labs - the resolution and dynamic range are truly top-notch. There's just something about how they deliver audio that's both precise and powerful. Thanks for sharing your insights, and here's to enjoying the nuances of sound at every stage of our audio journey! 🎶💪
@prokofievchambers86035 ай бұрын
You are awesome. Wonderful system sir.
@VUmeters5 ай бұрын
Thank you kindly, much appreciated
@sidvicious3129Ай бұрын
Dude that room and system is phenomenal!!! I subbed, you really thought this out.
@iampuzzleman2823 күн бұрын
So what's in your refrigerator? I'll probably move the subwoofers away from the main speakers but that's just me. May be interfering with sound waves radiated by your mains. Love the space
@AllboroLCD5 ай бұрын
Very nice sir, very nice! Not a budget rig by a long shot, yet still somewhat modest and attainable if one saves their coin. Only thing different I would have done is have the subs made so the Yvettes can sit right on top of them in somewhat of a beefed up WATT Puppy setup. Minor detail makes no real difference I know. Great choices on each component, you obviously put much thought into it and should bet set for LIFE. Anything better or beyond what you have is gonna be obscene expensive and only marginally better IMHO. Cheers!
@VUmeters5 ай бұрын
Thanks a lot! You've got a sharp eye for detail, and that WATT Puppy-style setup is a really cool idea. It's all about that balance between performance and budget. And you're spot on - there's always something pricier out there, but the law of diminishing returns hits hard in high-end audio. I'm pretty happy with where things are at. Really appreciate your thoughts! Cheers!
@travis4619Ай бұрын
Just found your channel.. Well thought out rig! You've got me looking at the Tekton subs (even with the controversy)
@jgy5635 ай бұрын
Wow, what a room, nicely done, you are one lucky guy. Enjoy! :o)
@VUmeters5 ай бұрын
Thanks, I feel very lucky every time I listen
@petekutheis382217 күн бұрын
nice ramar.
@Wyoming_Dave5 ай бұрын
cool, turntable,rich!!
@VUmeters5 ай бұрын
Thanks, Dave. I got a good deal on it used.
@Wyoming_Dave5 ай бұрын
@@VUmeters great speakers also!, your welcome!!
@wwoolworth5 ай бұрын
Awesome room and great system. I have int-250. I was sick of pairing preamps and amps. Pass Labs has the sound I want. I’m using Goldenear triton ones. The Wilson’s are something I have been eyeing lately. Great video.
@VUmeters5 ай бұрын
Great choice @wwoolworth. I wanted an int-250 but none were available. I ended up with the separates used. I like what I’ve heard from Goldenear. Enjoy your system.
@stevevlahos15 ай бұрын
Great story on buying your Wilson speakers. I kinda did the same thing. Drove from Detroit into 🇨🇦 and headed east to Toronto. 4 hrs there, demo’d a pair of Meridian speakers. Quickly grab some food and headed home. The customs officer at the border asked me why I drove all the way to Toronto to buy some speakers. I had to explain that you can’t just go to Best Buy and pickup a pair. After some back and forth and having me pull off to the inspection area, then to customs to view my bill of sale, they said I was free to go. 🤭.
@VUmeters5 ай бұрын
Steve, that's a fantastic story! I'm lucky I didn't have to deal with customs on my journey, but man, what an adventure you had! Driving from Detroit to Toronto, demoing those Meridian speakers (I noticed them in your thumbnail), and then grabbing a quick bite before heading back - that's dedication. I can imagine the conversation with the customs officer, trying to explain why these speakers are so special. 😄 For my trip, I did 5 hours each way, with a stop for lunch and Cracker Barrel on the way home. Gotta love the lengths we go to for our audio passions. Thanks for sharing your awesome tale!
@witaminc19 күн бұрын
Hey, nice space you have there! Whats the room size? And what would you do differently if you had a chance to do it again ?
@garysmith84555 ай бұрын
First time catching your presentation! I enjoyed your detailed descriptions! You and I are on the same wave length for sure. My room is 18x24x8' (raised ranch FIRST floor) and outside of acoustic panels for first and second reflections is pretty much empty (O: However, I, like you set the mood with various different light schemes and sources, lots of fun stuff. I have guests here and they bring what they are familiar with and we go from reel to reel / cassette / vinyl / streaming / SACD even DVD Audio. Thanks again, really nice setup!👍
@VUmeters5 ай бұрын
Hey Gary! I'm glad you enjoyed the presentation, especially since it sounds like you're quite the enthusiast yourself! Your room dimensions are ideal for getting that sweet spot in acoustics, and it's cool to hear you've tackled the first and second reflections - it makes all the difference, doesn't it? Lighting can totally transform the listening experience, so I'm glad you're having fun with it. Your guests are lucky to sample music from such a diverse range of formats; it's like a sonic journey from reel to reel to digital! Thanks for the props on my setup, and keep those good vibes rolling with your own! Catch you in the next video, Cheers!
@garysmith84555 ай бұрын
@@VUmeters Thanks Rich for your thoughtful reply! I subscribed and will certainly stay tuned for your next presentation 👍.
@michaelmartin30265 ай бұрын
Where do your friends and family sit ? 😂😂😂 Not a priority !
@VUmeters5 ай бұрын
Thanks, Michael. I'm like Sheldon with my seat, but additional seats can be pulled in, in a pinch.
@harrysmusicroom5 ай бұрын
Awesome system and room tour!
@VUmeters5 ай бұрын
Thanks, Harry
@LetThereBeSound15 ай бұрын
What a beautiful and inviting room Rich with some seriously great gear as well obviously! Wow. Stunning. Hey listen, I don't know how I know this but I think you may reside in Florida like I do? If you would be game, I'd love to link up with you at some point to potentially do a collaboration and/or just to have great vinyl spinning session! I don't know where you are but you're certainly welcome to stop by my place first. Other local (S. Florida) KZfaqrs I have done collaborations with in the past are: Jay from "Jay's Audio Lab" channel and Scott Wilson of "The Pressing Matters" channel. Cheers! Oz Let There Be Sound, L.L.C.
@VUmeters5 ай бұрын
Hey Oz! Thanks for the compliments on the room and gear! I'm glad it struck a chord with you. I'm actually a bit north of Florida, but I do find myself down there every now and then. Next time I'm planning a trip, I'll definitely reach out. A collab or just a chill vinyl session sounds like a blast. I've heard of Jay and Scott - sounds like you're well-connected in the local scene! I'll make a note to hit you up when I'm heading to Florida, and maybe we can make some audio magic happen. Cheers, Rich
@HiFi-Tom5 ай бұрын
Really Cool Video! Well done! You seem to be growing your channel quite nicely! Let’s see if I can match that 😬.
@VUmeters5 ай бұрын
Thank you. I think the goal is to keep on posting and make incremental improvements. I'll be keeping an eye on your channel.
@HiFi-Tom5 ай бұрын
@@VUmeters thanks and Same here! I still have to decide how much content to put out in English…
@Gibsondude5 ай бұрын
Nice Tokai guitar hanging on the wall there!
@VUmeters5 ай бұрын
I always have a guitar handy.
@swizzy84055 ай бұрын
so nice!! this is exactly my taste of hifi. got the older Wilson Watt/Puppy, paired with mcintosh, two subs and the same isotek filter you got! i wonder how your Yvettes sound compared to older models or the new sabrina. would be great to see a detailed Yvette-review on this channel, maybe you could compare it to other speakers you owned. cheers mate greetings from switzerland
@VUmeters5 ай бұрын
Thanks for your comment! I'm glad to hear that you share my passion for hi-fi. The Watt Puppies are legendary speakers, and I'm sure you're enjoying them with your McIntosh and IsoTek. I'll definitely consider reviewing the Yvettes in the future. Thanks for the suggestion! Cheers, Rich
@chuckmaddison2924Ай бұрын
Very nice room im guessing its the basement. We don't have many houses with basements so ive got a room in the middle which looks more like a studio.
@MichaelDavitt15 ай бұрын
Thx Rich very nice !
@VUmeters5 ай бұрын
Thanks, I'm glad you like it.
@themrgumbatron4 ай бұрын
lovely setup
@VUmeters4 ай бұрын
Glad you think so! I like to call it organized chaos.
@xaerothehero5 ай бұрын
Very interesting and tasteful setup. Except for the vinyl record player, everything makes sense.
@VUmeters5 ай бұрын
Thank you. The table is more of a functional choice than an aesthetic one.
@xaerothehero5 ай бұрын
@@VUmeters Oh no no, I mean there's nothing wrong with how the Record Player looks. It's beautiful. I meant for me personally, a "high end" vinyl player in a high end system makes no sense. In my personal taste, vinyl just doesn't sound good, and ontop of that, the audio degrades for every time the record is played. So what I mean is to me personally it doesn't make sense. Your system as a whole and the room is amazing.
@robertwang78255 ай бұрын
Great set up , but I would get a lower n wider table for the gear. Or put the table to the side
@VUmeters5 ай бұрын
Thanks for the advice. I had visions of monoblocks when I ordered the amp and went bigger than I need.
@YC3055 ай бұрын
Very nice system Sir. 👍
@VUmeters5 ай бұрын
Thank you very much 🙌
@andreemilsen3695 ай бұрын
Nice system😊🤘😊
@VUmeters5 ай бұрын
Thanks 🎸🤘🎤🎵
@AudioDaruma5 ай бұрын
nice gear, mate
@VUmeters5 ай бұрын
Thanks for the comment✌🏻
@mahasidha95 ай бұрын
Thank you very much for the lead to Timber Nation for an equipment stand; if you don’t mind my asking since you have the Pass amp and preamp how come you didn’t go with the Pass phono stage for consistency meaning all from the mind of the same designer? You mentioned owning an integrated amplifier before with built in phono stage, what was it? Thanks!
@VUmeters5 ай бұрын
I don't mind you asking. When I bought the other Pass Labs equipment, I didn't have the need or funds for a Pass Labs phono pre. After time, upgraditis hit me and I found the Boulder locally. It was a great deal for a demo piece with the full warranty. I haven't looked back since. Although more settings could be nice.
@mahasidha95 ай бұрын
Can I blame it on old age if I missed what cartridge you are using? What integrated did you have with built in phono? The reason I am asking is we have ML Expression 13A with an integrated and I looked at all the top rated integrated amplifiers on German Rang und Namen and in every instance other than the Mark Levinson 585.5 and the McIntosh MA-9500 the specs were worse for MM and MC than what we have already. Thank you in advance for your attention.
@divadgnol675 ай бұрын
Just found your channel. I'm now a subscriber. Love it!!
@VUmeters5 ай бұрын
Thanks, and welcome to the channel.
@psyphonyxaudio5 ай бұрын
Very nice room =)
@VUmeters5 ай бұрын
Thanks! 😃
@ValentinoX2 ай бұрын
No property acoustic treatment done professionally. Don't seem like properly acoustics treatment can increase your system quality by huge upgrade without spending too muck. A dedicated system should be kept in a dedicated music room. Don't get me wrong. Your gears are good
@russellewandowski8435 ай бұрын
What are those disc shaped items on top of your components?
@VUmeters5 ай бұрын
They’re Herbie’s audio lab stabilizers. I ordered them to put on the streamer because the cables were pulling it back. One was enough for the steamer, so I spread them around because I like symmetry.
@user-tw4dz9mk7p5 ай бұрын
Awesome!
@VUmeters5 ай бұрын
Thank you! Cheers!
@Carrera6rennsport5 ай бұрын
who makes the lounge chair? nice set-up, btw.
@VUmeters5 ай бұрын
Thanks, it's a Noomi chair and ottoman.
@AndyG117745 ай бұрын
Hell of a listening room and fantastic gear! Thanks for sharing, Rich! I'm jealous! :)
@VUmeters5 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching, Andy. I hope you're enjoying your new turntable.
@AndyG117745 ай бұрын
@@VUmeters most definitely! The Technics is a winner, and the Hana ML cart that I got with it is extraordinary! Next upgrade will likely be a better phono preamp, eventually.
@Retro_Analog5 ай бұрын
Nice setup! What is the brand of your Audio rack?
@VUmeters5 ай бұрын
I forgot to mention it in the video, but it's Timber Nation. They have great options, and you can completely customize, too, but that takes much longer.
@saaie5 ай бұрын
Very nice system, like the room, only puzzeld by the placement off the subs, there transferring vibrations to the speakers if they are in direct contact with each other?
@VUmeters5 ай бұрын
The subs and main speakers do have space in between them. You can't see it in the video because they are toed in. Also, the Wilson speakers are entirely inert. Thanks for the question.
@user-cp5yx6om1h5 ай бұрын
Your weak link is the digital component. If you get a good dac, you will either be listening to more of good digital, or like me, I sold all my analog gear/vinyl because digital surpassed my analog system and my tt was a step up from yours.
@VUmeters5 ай бұрын
Thanks for your input! I appreciate your thoughts on the weak link in my system, and I'll definitely consider upgrading my DAC in the future. I'll keep experimenting and optimizing my setup to get the best sound possible.
@lyonleo71505 ай бұрын
Nice system - including the turntable. 😅
@VUmeters5 ай бұрын
😁 thanks for the kind words
@mahasidha95 ай бұрын
Would you be kind enough to share what brand the shelving is?
@VUmeters5 ай бұрын
The record shelving? If so, the bigger ones are metal from Home Depot. They are 16”x16” cubes that fit box sets with ease.
@capwkidd14 күн бұрын
What is the wall paint color? Mint? Have the code for it?
@pviator235 ай бұрын
What plate amps are in the tekton subs? Please do a review on them one day there are non I can find besides forums for any of their subs.
@VUmeters5 ай бұрын
The plate amps are SD500-6. That’s a great idea and I too noticed the lack of info on Tekton subs.
@jb.29865 ай бұрын
Enjoyed your vid. Some quality components there. Not a fan of silver face plates as they look dated to me even if it is the new stuff. Our fam enjoys hi rez spatial audio more than two channel listening now. We go back and forth in our system and it's a no brainer, especially with Apple, Amazon, and others releasing new content monthly. The Beatles Sergeant Pepper Lonely HCB is mind blowing in the newly released Atmos version. Have you considered this option or do you have another system that has that capability? Thanks for posting my friend. And as I always say, enjoy the music....accurately, powerfully, and in our case... loudly.:-).
@VUmeters5 ай бұрын
Thanks for the props on the video! Silver faceplates aren't everyone's cup of tea, for sure. Spatial audio is definitely on my radar; the depth it adds is phenomenal. Haven't upgraded yet, but it's tempting, especially with how Atmos treats classics like Sgt. Pepper's. Appreciate the nudge, and I might just dive into that world soon. Keep enjoying the music loud and proud! Take care, Rich
@crazyprayingmantis55965 ай бұрын
Sorry dude but i can't watch anyone with hair that good.
@VUmeters5 ай бұрын
Thanks for the comment. I'll try my best to mess my hair up next time.
@crazyprayingmantis55965 ай бұрын
@@VUmeters You better
@ernies88285 ай бұрын
What do you consider a "long day?"
@VUmeters5 ай бұрын
I'd say 12+ hours of work, but some days just feel long.
@ernies88285 ай бұрын
@VUmeters - work on a production like, customer service or in a hospital, then we will talk what true long days are :)
@mostyles3285 ай бұрын
Very top notch system, but why no CD transport?
@VUmeters5 ай бұрын
I might add one in the future, but I don't currently own any CDs.
@swimmad4565 ай бұрын
When you invite your family and friends do they have to sit in floor? Or do they all tile on the ONE chair?
@RoryEwanTan-gv3jx5 ай бұрын
The sky is the limit , audiophiles agree
@VUmeters5 ай бұрын
Thank you for taking the time to comment!
@markyexley94405 ай бұрын
Nice room. You keep mentioning ‘warm’ - that wall colour is the complete opposite of warm.
@davepounds89245 ай бұрын
You’re room and set up looks great and it’s nice you can afford the price of all this Because being an audiophile isn’t cheap these days is it??
@VUmeters5 ай бұрын
Dave, you aren't kidding. I upgraded over the years and bought almost everything I used.
@thisismynight62955 ай бұрын
Just wondering where is all the seating for your guests?
@chrisrichards28275 ай бұрын
just to let you know I see that you have ISO acoustic Gaia underneath the Wilson's there's something that's way better It's called the Townshend podiums on all the forums everyone that's tried both says that the Gaia's were very good but the Townshend podiums were on a whole different level better and I totally agree I've got them underneath my monitor audio platinum 200 ll and the improvement was as if I had upgraded to much more expensive electronics Best upgrade that you'll ever do. The next thing I'm going to do is upgrade the internal wiring in my speakers I'm going to be changing the silver plated OFC to OCC single crystal I did that with my gold G4 and I got a 10 to 15% improvement right across the board in everything, with the platinum's I'm expecting about a 20% improvement, OCC single crystal wire is far superior to anything OFC at any price and the rectangular OCC that Neotech makes is even better than the round, their flagship line is called the Amazon which is the silver rectangular OCC and the Sahara which is the copper rectangular OCC not cheap the silver speaker wire starts at about 9,000 US for 2 m and it beat an $18,000 speaker wire and the copper speaker wire starts at $4,200 US.
@VUmeters5 ай бұрын
Thanks, Chris. I've been very interested in Townshend Podiums, and I almost pulled the trigger on them before the Gaias. Price held me back, but if they're as good as you say. I'll have to reconsider.
@alistairwilson53445 ай бұрын
@@VUmetersI completely agree about the Townshend podiums, the added separation, resolution, dimensionality and ease of musical flow is absolutely amazing-and I have a much happier downstairs neighbour! Great system in a great environment, I really appreciate that. What's always amused me is that Pass Labs XP-12's always looks quite cute and "smallish" in youtube- till I got one! It's a beast in comparison to the rest of my system - I've just got the XA25. Anyway, thanks for the tour, I really enjoyed it.
@yurykuznetsov95525 ай бұрын
What kind of discs are on the streamer and preamp?
@VUmeters5 ай бұрын
Thanks for asking! They are Herbie's Audio Labs SuperSonic Stabilizer
@yurykuznetsov95525 ай бұрын
@@VUmetersThanks for your answer! Great system!
@mrpmj005 ай бұрын
Next on your list should be: - the iFi SilentPower Supanova power cables. I have 2 (for the dac, amp). - Cardas Clear or Clear Beyond interconnect cables (my system is lower than yours so I have the lower line Cardas Parsec)
@VUmeters5 ай бұрын
Thanks for the advice. I should get some Cardas cables in my system.
@mrpmj005 ай бұрын
@@VUmeters my setup: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/btOohJVzrtDXp6c.htmlsi=k83XH60YVGkmt4cP
@VUmeters5 ай бұрын
Great video. I just subbed to your channel
@mrpmj005 ай бұрын
@@VUmeters I have a mixed use home theater/music. I'm thinking of upgrading my Parasound 2125v2 (150 wpc) amp to a used $3500 Passlabs xa25 (25 watts class A, new $5100) because you said that your Passlabs x250.8 doesn't go past 25 watts. QUESTION: for music I typically listen at 75db and max at 90db from my couch, for movies about the same. Do you think that the Passlabs xa25 has enough power for the L/R speakers for movies? Movies 7.4.4 setup is powered by: - Parasound 2100 preamp with home theater bypass and L/R balance. - Arcam AVR5 is the brain and powers the center, surround L/R. - Parasound 2125v2 powers the front L/R - 3 repurposed Denon receivers power the remainder 6 speakers (4 atmos, 2 rear surround).
@VUmeters5 ай бұрын
I listen to music at identical volumes. My speakers are 86dB sensitive. The 250.8 is 250 watts at 8 ohms, class AB, and the first ~25 watts are class A. The bias meter in the front moves when you hit class AB; mine rarely moves when I'm listening. But the speakers’ sensitivity has a lot to do with how many watts are “enough.” I don't have a surround sound system, but from what I hear, they require more watts than a 2-channel stereo setup exclusively for music.
@CarlVanDoren615 ай бұрын
Nice kit, what sub active crossover? 😮
@VUmeters5 ай бұрын
Thanks, They're crossed over at about 60hZ
@FOH36635 ай бұрын
First; VU Meters ... killer. Also, the overall room aesthetic is quite pleasant. Question The sub amps fed through the Isotek could present a chokepoint, have you experienced any challenges there? Without knowing the specific model plate amp, it's hard to determine. Very nice work ... Much appreciated.
@VUmeters5 ай бұрын
Thanks for the comment and the feedback. I haven’t tried the subs plugged into anything except the IsoTek. I’ll experiment and see if I hear a difference.
@FOH36635 ай бұрын
@@VUmeters If it's an impediment, perhaps only during LF transient peaks. Typically, high current gear is best sourced directly from the wall outlet. I suspect the Isotek has high current outlets, but I'd be concerned about the subs peak demands exhausting those reserves ... starving the current for the remaining components using the Isotek. High speed switching (SMPS) power supplies, ... often found in sub amps, draw their current in brief high magnitude pulses. I prefer keeping those loads separate from the reserves feeding the remainder of the system. Particularly well suited to subwoofer needs, wall outlets/circuit breaker ... will allow huge amounts of current. A 20a breaker will pass 100a for ~2 seconds, about 60a for around 10 seconds, and about 40amps for up to 30 seconds ... all without tripping. Most likely, the same can't be said for a hifi isolated power product. All this is why dedicated circuits possesses such a huge bang for-the-buck advantage in audio playback.
@philbarone46035 ай бұрын
I had that same amp, X350.8, right?
@VUmeters5 ай бұрын
Close, but it's the little brother X250.8
@philbarone46035 ай бұрын
@@VUmeters I ended up seeing that, thanks. I went back to tubes, I’m an acoustic musician but I see you play electric guitar so I understand why you’d like it.
@VUmeters5 ай бұрын
@@philbarone4603 I could see tubes in my system in the future. I have a few tube guitar amps. I understand how magical tubes can be.
@philbarone46035 ай бұрын
@@VUmeters lots of detail for sure. After a few months with my Pass everything seemed to sound the same. It lacked dynamics with my other stuff.
@Michael-xz1nk5 ай бұрын
Beautiful system....but where are the chairs for other people to listen?
@geoffreydebrito79345 ай бұрын
" First off everything in here was picked for specific reason... I wanted to enjoy music with friends and family". Right... Which is why you only have one chair in the room?
@Peter-ii4xq5 ай бұрын
`How much did it cost?
@VUmeters5 ай бұрын
“Everything,” Thanos voice
@Peter-ii4xq5 ай бұрын
yes, together. @@VUmeters
@philipw705820 күн бұрын
Boring 🥴
@NomadBDP5 ай бұрын
Looks mighty lonely... one chair, what fun is it if there's no one to enjoy it with you? That's sad.
@666dualsport5 ай бұрын
all that gear and plays a sheet of plastic,lol
@ernies88285 ай бұрын
Why did you spend so much time talking about a record player?? Wow, those went out as soon as CDs came in. I hated records in comparison. They take up too much space. You can not track song to song like you can with CDs, and the issue with hiss, crackle, etc. No thanks. People say they are warmer, whatever that means. CDs were, and still are, much better than any record or player you buy. Of course, today, many just stream. I love Spotify, and I get great sound through a $650 system via my PC, DAC/amp, and bookshelf speakers. I stick up for those who get what I am saying, and we are many. Just my thoughts.
@greenbeginner33535 ай бұрын
So, I take it you are not part of the vinyl community?
@countdebleauchamp5 ай бұрын
@@greenbeginner3353lol
@350125GOW5 ай бұрын
Wow a wall of moronic text.
@ernies88285 ай бұрын
@@350125GOW -a majority agree with me, so you can stop wasting time with your uneducated and pointless trolling comments. It is not moronic at all. There are plenty of facts in what I'm saying. I speak from years of experience.
@ernies88285 ай бұрын
@greenbeginner3353 -nope. Vinyl went out of regular production when the CD took its place. You can buy records or go to a vintage store, but there has been absolutely no point in doing that since the early 90s. I will leave it at that.
@jamesschneider38285 ай бұрын
So your friends and family can enjoy? You have one chair in the sweet spot, everyone else sits on the floor or if they are lucky you might have some folding chairs for their ultra comfort. Good grief 1st and last watch of this channel.
@VUmeters5 ай бұрын
Thank you for the comment. For reference, chairs aren't immovable objects.
@SheepNizzle5 ай бұрын
Haha, I'm sorry you have to deal with all these moronic comments (very perplexed by all the vinyl hate here too). I have one single chair in my listening space because 99% of the time, I'm the only one in it. If my wife or kids want to listen or if friends come over, it takes like 2 seconds to grab a couple of chairs.@@VUmeters
@Trump17764 ай бұрын
Mediacore gear at best , yawn!
@sidvicious3129Ай бұрын
You had to do it, you had to be “That Guy” 😂😂😂🎉
@sharingfamspace3156Ай бұрын
They have to be an idiot in the room the black sheep of his family 😂