yes as the canto internal is superior after doing the a/b the canto e1x is just simply that good

No I made the right decision.Got the buyer I was looking for also.Pride of ownership comes full force when I own my space.This is my system for the future its simple and I love it

yes why?

@@greatlookinglandscap Just wondered what they were. Have you owned the original Totem model 1 signatures for example ?

lol

the word hoarding is scary

@@greatlookinglandscap depends, I just bought my second pair of quad ESL 57 for €200. Seems like a 109€ maintenance job. And with subsequent serial numbers they are easily 1000€ worth. Not hoarding is scarier for me 😎 Problem is I don't sell and just bought a pair of acoustat x for my main speakers. So now I am going surround. Just need a pair of ESL 57 to have front height and I am fine ... For a bit ... Maybe... 😇

@@annebokma4637Wish you well🙏

@@greatlookinglandscap like wise... Just make sure to leave a will with what it should be worth.. right? 😎

@@annebokma4637Another reason I keep it simple is holding on to stuff too long ends up in the trash or given away.There always comes a time that its best to cash out and simplify.That is if its worth anything.One must know what there doing on an audio system building journey.No one likes to throw money away at least I dont.For instance I enjoyed the Line magnetic 518 for 6 years paid 3k sold for more 6 years later.Obviously not easy to do.It was time to let it go and have no regrets

yes indeed.Materials can begin to own not be owned and can be a selfish slow death of the soul

when I do lives theres a notification that comes up on youtube everyone can see

@@greatlookinglandscap 🖤😕well.. I must be out of range then..

sold and ya from listening position you cant see the wire brother.No thanks man I am Audio Shrink not promoter.

you do.The sl-7 is a staple here and an amazing machine especially in black.Lazy vinyl listening😁

Thats a powerful statement and 100% true

hard to say about 50/50 I guess

no visible cable big diff why have a nice rig ruined with rats nest of cables .It takes work but worth it

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yup I dont buy em I have quality not quantity collection acquired at estates and other means.Maybe 5% new.All analog from year of origin.I gave up buying.I have enough also stream and cd .Analog journey is an tricky animal and someone better be ready to commit alot of time and money to see what an analog front end can really do.Lot of things have to be right

@@greatlookinglandscap I'm an analog guy at heart, but over the past year I've purchased 2x as many CDs as LPs and sold off every turntable except for my DUAL 1229 daily driver. If you can find good quality used albums, deals can still be had, but I foresee a time where those original pressings will be like NOS tubes, so get them while you can.

Thanks!I want to own not be owned.That is just me though

Great.Like a meaningful poem with truth! One of best comments ever on my channel ever and I applaud you.I am the Audio Shrink and I attracted a comment that says so much in so few words! awesome

I think happiness is KNOWING you can’t take your system any further. The chase is fun but I finished over a month ago. My final tweak is using a acoustic form of a bronze resonance experiment to help fill the center channel.

I don't associate happiness with audio. Once you turn off the power switch; it's over. The thrill only lasts while the music is on. Happiness is less transient than that. Sad that dreaming of better and better sound, is what keeps some people going, and gives them their will to live.Thlive.Those that live to get the realism of LIVE SOUND, are shortchanged; like following a false God. In all the billions of conversations about audio, has someone ever mentioned how close % wise is a good cd or lp to the master tape? Ivor Tiefenbrun, the head guy at Linn, years ago said that our best systems only achieve 1% or 2% of the sound quality of live music. And Linn made lp, recording many artists for their audiophile releases. His figure seems low to me, but if he's anywhere near right, audiophiles are spending all that money and making all this effort to achieve something that is nowhere near even 5% of LIVE. When Ivor spoke; people listened. Best thing is not to make any happiness based on sound quality. quality.Then your journey can continue without any problem. My personal audio journey might be over when I reach the point of doubting if there is any further improvement to be had. Compared to what they have been able to get down with their recording. Not compared to live music, as we may be less than 5% there on that.

🖤such elegant prose.. you must be a student of Shakespeare🤔🤗

Thanks, but I don't think Shakespeare rhymed. Although I do remember a line where someone in his story said "The Merchant Of Venice should have to pay penance" Don't know Shakespeare well; but I did shake a spear at someone once..

thats cool tho

It's not trust me😂

I struggle so much in summer I get nose bleeds I get hayfever I get hayfever attacks I sometimes pass out it's why I don't like summer bc it's hard for me

@@MoonxxCaitlynI am not a fan of the heat either

@@greatlookinglandscapit's so funny tho because when it's summer were like roll on winter but when it's winter were like roll on summer😂

It's integrated into the 15 inch woofer

jack knows plus its a dipole compression driver firing out rear

I am happy

Thank you.It sure can as I have gone a different direction from multiple separate systems tube and solidstate over 3 decades.This is now what I prefer.As simple as possible but still with superb performance.Still own my reference Pure Fidelity Horizon Table with Ortofon A90 cartridge .The stage in the e1x is shockingly good.It really surprised me

I fidget just bare with me

local sale he picked them up.Sorry not going if I do not have to.Can you blame me?

@@greatlookinglandscap Nope 😅 one day I will find them or the WBT Version Tribe Towers and probably power them with a Rega Aethos 🤩 (me daydreaming right now 😄)

@@DigitalPhilosopherslol!

its how I roll and sorry Bel canto black ex? opamps? sorry you are mistaken it is a very high end class D integrated amplifier.

​​​@@greatlookinglandscapDave go look at the internal photos those boards are Discrete OP-AMPs yep I own that type with the LEDs and would recognize them anywhere ( I'm a Tech Engineer) vertical riser type discrete op amp absolutely positive !!! ( OP-AMP have been around since vacuum tubes) Look at the Black Series photos and ask any tech guy you trust.

Ok I will inquire anyhow it is gone I wouldnt be an opamp swapper anyhow.But thats interesting

​@@greatlookinglandscapI was just speaking to the sound on the black series goes the through OP-Amp look @ the photos and compare to other custom OP-Amp that are vertical ( Google it 4 UR self) the photos tell the story TRY IT

⁠I understand sorry I chose not to buy it.I am not a tweaker opamp changer,tube swapper etc.I prefer e1x presentation here.Really it is as simple as that.Thanks

Thanks Darrell🙏

interesting

well it isnt so obvious to all now is it.Especially in the beginning.Your firm grasp of ignorance is obvious🤷

Absolutely! its all that it comes down to in the end.But man bel canto is special stuff!

It takes courage to do that.I respect it hugely as theres lots of things in life out there that do not cause grief and uneeded stress like audio can for so many

@@greatlookinglandscap thanks man. I recently bought a new dac and didn't even enjoy it, felt like I was just going through the motions and made me ask what exactly am I doing here? The time, money, so much mental space taken up by this. After my entire adult life in the hobby, it's time to step away for a while. Maybe I'll come back to it in the future but for now I'm looking forward to the change.

@@buckethead84It is awesome I am proud of you!

Absolutely once again!

@@greatlookinglandscap I have a good friend who keeps a lot of gear jokes with me often. He says I have the samurai, one katana mentality when it comes to audio gear. I like that analogy and like you appreciate elegance and simplicity over the clutter (mental and physical) a second or third system would introduce.

@@terrywho22ya been there done it!

Yes Thanks!I really do not give in to compulsions and really really think things through.I am very happy now that I made the right choice.The black ex would of been a devastating mistake as the e1x is a better match here

I am sorry 😔I onow the feeling it might do you good to share🙏

I might share it in the live

@@clickbeetle2720what no😂

yes sir.I have always known it.The line mag was a hard one to finally let go.It allowed back to one just the way I love it!

use facebook messenger under orchard audio theres an option on there web.

Lol.Ya that damn never word😊No I knew one day I would be back at one system as the Spatial has always been reference here.I feel good here and have no remorse whatsoever

One system will ‘never’ work for you, there was a reason why the 2nd setup was there! I will have my Fires within 2 weeks and there will alsways be a Totem system next to my setup (of ATC’s) with a completely different sound. Thx for answering! 👍🏼

@@markdompig5030Ok Mark I guess you know me better than I know myself.To each there own right.You should not assume anything as you have no idea the motivation of the sale of second system.It was a silly comment as people have other priorities other than audio.

biiiiig drivers💪

i do remember citation yes

a good one!

there 15s and I am not sure but if you google Spatial m3triode master theres a fair bit of info

@greatlookinglandscap oops yes 15 inch drivers

@@Jack96993The horn loaded compression dipole driver is awesome.Not to mention clarity caps and dueland wiring.Helluva value this speaker so glad to own it

nope.But one thing I love is effortless weight,dynamics and body.

lol

I think he fancy's me

How many pints of beer did he have? .............just kidding 😅

@@MoonxxCaitlyn haha,do you fancy him ?

@@gonzofonso7572no not really

shaming? no this is my opinion and where my long journey has brought me Dave.People need to find there own way anyhow and people are making big mistakes if they are buying on other opinions here on youtube.Get in your rooms and learn whats right for you.The info I express is my opinion and my experience.Please do not tell me what to share on my channel and maybe start your own.

I have an extra pair of canare 4511g and there great.Neotech plugs.I will be selling

👍🙏

hi

comin at usual 3pm today

thx

I do hes an asset but we all can help one and other become the best people we can be.

just watch my channel and learn more about me brother

naaa theres enough of those out there lol.Im the Shrink bro.You have great idea for your own channel😊

I give anyone cred who puts themselves out there on YT with regularly updated channels. I dont got the nerve for it, lol.I just think you have great topics that would benefit from more open discussion in a structured manner.

@@AllboroLCDI appreciate but I think 30 mins is way too long and feel most attention spans are short and like a quicker to the point presentation rather than being dragged on.I have a business where my heart and energy lies this is simply a hobby and a way to give back all I have learned.It is what it is.My names Dave and I am the Audio Shrink💪😎