Post photos of your systems/rooms here! (Part 15)

Exactly, thanks! I know your record storage take-up a large amount of space so I was wondering. I've been in small spaces and found that they can be quite nice in a completely different "near-field" way than a big room. A very personal experience.

 

Put this little setup together this AM for the fun of it. Sounds good enough it's still in use this afternoon. Running through some Paradigm Atoms. It's really fun when some random items have good synergy. Take notice of the high end cables. For anyone who cares see below.

Sony MZ-N505 Net MD Type R Portable Mini Disc Player
SMSL SA-S3 Amp
Little Bear Preamp Sylvania (12AU7)
Paradigm Atoms V2

 

those SMSL digital amps sound awesome given their price point.

 

How's that Little Bear work for you? I bought one and never could get it to work. Just noisy as heck. So frustrating, I finally through it in the trash.

 

Mine has always been trouble free. Virtually noise free. I've done zero modifications. I have always used NOS 12AU7's, no idea if that matters, but yes, for what it is, it has always added a bit of sweetness. I'd wager quality control is minimal, so variation from one to the next is probably great.

 

I finally have a system that I'm not terribly embarrassed about.





Vinyl collection:



CD collection:

 

Embarrassed? No, I'd be proud. Love love love the Vandys!

 

Me too. Mine are 1Cs - they sound great with the Rogue Sphinx, and I got them used for next to nothing. I routinely see Vandersteen Model 1s, 2s, and even 3s selling for a fraction of their retail prices.

 

Love it.
Vandersteen are world class speakers. Enjoy.

 

I think you should upgrade your sense of well-being from 'Not Terribly Embarrassed' to 'Freakin' Proud.'

 

And besides, with all those recordings, it looks like you have your priorities in the right order!
-Bob

 

Where did you get these CD racks?

 

They're from Gothic Cabinet Craft:

CD Tower, 800 CDs, Double »

Here's the kicker - I bought mine used on Craigslist. The guy sold me three of them for $120. Not $120 each, but $120 for all three!!

 

I recommend trying to spread them for proper imaging.

 

I'd take it all out of the corner and smack it in the left wall but that's just me.

 

Vandersteen's are wonderful sounding speakers. Used to have the 2ci. Everything sounded good on them.

 

My last picture was more than a little ******. This one should be a bit more clear.

 

No one should be "embarrassed" about their system. Each is a reflection of the owner and the financial situation said owner was in at the time. Be yourself and f$%k what other people think

 

Impressive. Bet it is nice and musical to listen to

 

Think so?

 

Almost 1 year later. The camera angle makes the speaker shapes look a bit surreal.

 

Initially I was struck by the horror of you putting something on top of your speakers and felt I should say something. Upon closer review....what you have up there is just fine.

Go 'Noles.

 

My humble system.