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Bamboo Pentagon 's Living room System | |
IP Address: 173.22.57.238 | Last Update: April 16, 2020 at 15:34:11 |
Amplifier: | Sherwood S-5000 (first 7189 version, approx 20-24 watts/channel) |
Preamplifier (or None if Integrated): | None. |
Speakers: | Altec 604E |
Sources: | |
CD Player/DAC: | Peachtree DAC*iT, Apple TV for streaming |
Turntable/Phono Stage: | Dual 1019/Audio-Technica VM540ml |
Other Source(s): | Tuner: Sherwood S-2200 AM/FM w/home-built MPX adaptor (http://fmmpx.com/index.html) |
Other Accessories/Room/Misc.: | |
Speaker Cables/Interconnects: | Speaker: Blue Jeans/Belden 12-gauge white Interconnect: Blue Jeans LC-1 |
Tweaks: | Some resistance loading on the phono cartridge |
Room Size (LxWxH): | 25 x 15 x 8 |
Room Comments/Treatments: | Bookcases at rear reflection points. Otherwise, nothing but furniture, rug and floor-length curtains. |
Music Preferences and Comments: | |
Music Used (Genre/Selections): | Rock, jazz, hip hop, classical |
System Goals/Comments: | I like the look and sound of 60s vintage components and speakers. |
System Strengths: | Detail, dynamics, imaging. Unbeatable midrange. Orchestras sound like they're in the room. |
System Weaknesses: | Haven't gotten all the hum out of the Sherwood tube amp yet. Altecs are in Barzilay cabinets that are less than 6 cubic feet, causing lack of low bass extension. |
Video/HT System: None | |
Other Interests/Hobbies/Occupation: | Occupation: Parts buyer for major ag vehicle manufacturer. Hobbies/Interests: Reading, travel, cooking |