Audio Asylum - Inmate Systems

SalD's Computer Front-End System
IP Address: 67.84.138.67	Last Update: June 07, 2011 at 22:40:40
Amplifier:	BAT VK-200
Preamplifier (or None if Integrated):	BAT VK-3ix
Speakers:	Harbeth 7ES-3s
Sources:
CD Player/DAC:	Wavelength Audio Brick
Other Source(s):	iMac, iTunes
Other Accessories/Room/Misc.:
Speaker Cables/Interconnects:	Kimber USB to Brick; CRL Copper Series cables and power cords througout.
Other (Power Conditioner, Racks etc.):	Sound Anchor stands; SolidSteel 3-shelf rack; Headroom MAX headphone amp; Sennheiser HD-650s with Cardas cable; Grado RS2is.
Room Size (LxWxH):	15 x 12 x 13
Room Comments/Treatments:	Live stage with large, zig-zagging wooden screen on front wall and wall-to-wall, floor-to-ceiling bookcase on the rear wall.
Music Preferences and Comments:
Music Used (Genre/Selections):	Lee Konitz. Warne Marsh. Lennie Tristano.
System Goals/Comments:	Very satisfied right now.
System Strengths:	Stunning clarity--even without a preamp I couldn't get this kind of transparency in my other system; PRaT, PRaT, PRaT; Impressive low-level detail and ambience. CONVENIENCE! Though one-third the price of my living room system, this is the one I prefer to listen to because it's better. You just can't beat a hard-drive front end.
System Weaknesses:	Small room exaggerates bass just a bit. Seat too close to speakers. Not looking forward to ripping 2,500 CDs (surely, not all will make the cut). Never want to go to bed.
Video/HT System: None
Other Interests/Hobbies/Occupation:	sports statistician