Inmate Systems - Audio Asylum

jonvo1 's experiment #1 System
IP Address: 71.33.158.25	Last Update: May 18, 2021 at 12:09:51
Amplifier:	Xindac PAM, 20W/channel class A
Preamplifier (or None if Integrated):	Schiit Freya+
Speakers:	Magnepan IIIa (85dB), Spatial M4(91dB), JBL LSR32's modified (91dB).
Sources:
CD Player/DAC:	benchmark DAC1, Mytek DAC192, Panasonic blue ray for CD's
Turntable/Phono Stage:	SOTA with Sumiko Amethyst / Benz Micro Ruby 3
Other Source(s):	Music server using Minidsp HD, JRiver,and direct stream, PSAudio Nuwave phono converter, Sony XDR-F1HD tuner modified
Other Accessories/Room/Misc.:
Speaker Cables/Interconnects:	Kimber cable for speakers, other cables are generic
Other (Power Conditioner, Racks etc.):	Sola power conditioner for AC power
Tweaks:	DIY diffusors and Diffusor/absorbers for room treatments
Room Size (LxWxH):	16 x 15 x 9
Room Comments/Treatments:	DIY 2' x 2' diffusors and absorbers placed on 1rst reflections
Music Preferences and Comments:
Music Used (Genre/Selections):	The only music I don't listen to is rap and 'top 40' pop music. Everything from classic to Count Basie
System Goals/Comments:	Good sound stage and realistic presentation of a recording. Sometimes like to "rock out' on a well recorded session.
System Strengths:	Deep & wide soundstage, neutral presentation, very uncolored voices & piano. On some recordings the speakers really do 'disappear'.
System Weaknesses:	Limited dynamics, as expected.
Video/HT System: Separate
TV/Projector:	Pioneer Elite plasma
Processor/Receiver/Amplifiers:	Onkyo TX-DS676
Speakers (Center, Surrounds, Sub):	ADS centers, JBL lsr32's fronts only.
Sources (DVD/VCR):	Oppo 105,
Other HT Gear:	Samsung digital receiver
Comments on HT System:	Used for general viewing as well as movies. Not really into the multi-channel system as there simply no room.
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Other Interests/Hobbies/Occupation:	Was EE and contract engineer for 40+ years, now doing custom projects, vehicle restoration and the ever present home remodeling.