Audio Asylum - Inmate Systems

macdadtexas's My Home System System
IP Address: 68.12.127.40	Last Update: May 11, 2011 at 20:50:37
Amplifier:	Cary Audio Design 500 MB
Preamplifier (or None if Integrated):	Cary Audio SLP98P F-1, direct coupled, oil filled caps, HT pass through
Speakers:	Maggie 3.6r, Definitive Tech Supercube 1,
Sources:
CD Player/DAC:	Oppo Digital BD83, AppleTV
Turntable/Phono Stage:	VPI Industries Classic, Soundsmith VPI Zephyr, Parts Connexion modded PS Audio GCPH
Other Accessories/Room/Misc.:
Speaker Cables/Interconnects:	Zu Audio Libec, Kimber Hero (all around), Signal Cable power cables,
Other (Power Conditioner, Racks etc.):	APC S-15, PS Audio Duet (monoblocks only)
Tweaks:	Mye Stands for the Maggies
Room Size (LxWxH):	20 x 30 x 10
Music Preferences and Comments:
Music Used (Genre/Selections):	Vocal jazz, hard rock, modern rock, mainstream classical, jazz, classic rock,
System Goals/Comments:	almost all analog focus since getting a turntable, I have bought about 200 records (mostly new) in the past 8 months
System Strengths:	New VPI Classic is an unbelievable turntable. Fast, great extension, and huge/fast bass response. Best table I have owned, regardless of price. Massive power on the Cary Amps and a perfect synergy with the wonderful Cary SLP98p preamp. Maggies are, well, Maggies. The Def Tech sub integrates incredibly well, it's the 6th sub I have tried, and it wins hand down.
System Weaknesses:	room sonics are challenging
Video/HT System: Integrated
TV/Projector:	Sony KDL 52 w4100
Processor/Receiver/Amplifiers:	Denon 3808ci
Speakers (Center, Surrounds, Sub):	Def Technology LCR2500 (center channel),Niles CMD8HD, Rel B-1
Sources (DVD/VCR):	AppleTV, Oppo BD83
Other HT Gear:	Harmony One
Comments on HT System:	incredible picture on HDTV
Other Interests/Hobbies/Occupation:	Golf, my kids, no extra time!!!