And more...
A year later....
I have added a Linn Klimax DSM3 to replace the Arcam amplifier and I have started to feel for musicians, they put their all into composing and performing music, then recording it, knowing that the vast majority of listeners will never hear the full glory of their work.
Why do I say this?
Since 2019 we have not listened to music in a public place, and it seems to me that it will be next year before the concert programs are fully back to normal. But we have been listening to much recorded music: HiFi has been part of my life for the last 55 years, music captivates me.
The result is simply amazing, I hear detail and sounds that I had no idea were on the CDs, LPs and yes, 1960s 45s I’ve listened to: there are hours of music exploration and pleasure to come! Radio, even 128kbps sources, are improved and streaming from Qobuz and TuneIn shows that much of their content has enjoyable surprises as well as occasional unexpected noise and distortion: this system hides nothing and can expose flaws.
My conclusions? If you love music then you need a reproduction system that works together, not just a collection of well-reviewed components. Listen and be honest with yourself: you want music, not HiFi. A good dealer helps, as do objective friends!
Remember, it is about MUSIC, not equipment and as soon as possible, support your local musicians!
PS: Heinz, the invitation stands!!
Last edited by Peter J; 08/08/21 11:56 AM. Reason: Addition.
