Recent content by Romeo

Congratulations! Was thinking of trying one myself, have Rega improved the remote volume control of later models? Early buyers were complaining that it was difficult to control the volume precisely, that a small press on the remote would result in a big change in volume.

How do the AE1s compare to the 805d4?

In the end I went with neither!! Saw a pair of Satin white Spendor D7.2’s on the well known auction site at a decent price and thought I’d give them a go. While they weren’t bad I found them a bit grey tonally, music just didn’t engage me and came over as a bit bland. I managed to sell them...

That’s interesting, I have an AT VM750SH, did you have to pay import duties?

Was thinking of getting my MF A5 pre/power upgraded by JS, are you happy with the improvements??

Unfortunately you can’t buy the Cadenza Blue for £950 from him, he hasn’t updated that ad for years. Shame as I would snap one up in an instant!!

The authorised service for Mcintosh in the uk is Chalfont Acoustics, speak to Joe. He repaired my Mcintosh amp a year ago, did a fantastic job, fast turnaround and at reasonable cost.

Thank you (and all the other contributors) for your views and experience. I must admit the PMCs to my ears were a more exciting listen than the Spendors and although I could probably live with either I’m more than likely going to pull the trigger on them. One thing that I didn’t like with the...

Has anyone compared these speakers? I’ve auditioned them both at home but not at the same time. Both very good speakers, PMCs a little more dynamic perhaps, Spendors so nice to listen to, don’t lack in anyway really. I’m finding it tough to choose between them, any thoughts? Or maybe some other...

Are you pleased with it? How does it sound and what did you upgrade from?? Thanks, thinking of a Luxman myself!

Very happy with my Technics SL1210GAE, it’s a keeper!!

I’ve tried numerous mc and mm cartridges in the last few years including the original ART9 and have finally settled on an AT VM750SH, fabulous cartridge, detailed, great tracker, less bright than the VM740ML/760SLC I tried with much improved mids and a punchy bass. I use it with my Graham Slee...

Thanks, not far away at all, I’ll check him out.

Can anyone recommend a good audio engineer who can repair my Mcintosh amplifier? I’m in South West London/Surrey area, thanks in advance.

How stupid is that statement. Compared to what he's heard before obviously! I have a Rothwell MCX SUT, I find it great too, I don't find it pedestrian at all. Of course there's better, more expensive gear out there, there always will be whatever level you're at.