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Last 20 Forum Posts by David_S
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| Amp/Receiver/Speaker... | Using external HDD for audio playback. | On 2013-05-07 06:34, craigmclellan89 wrote: My bluray player and Bravia both allow this - unfortunately, finding Michael Jackson took a long time because of having to manually scroll - it is quicker to listen to CDs. I now have a HTPC setup for music which is far faster and the convenience is there, too. I understand that many will prefer a PC controlled setup. I like the ability to control HDD music selection by the same remote that I use to control my system. I did test the HDD for audio playback from a BDP-S780 Blu-ray player. The Blu-ray player does .. |
| Amp/Receiver/Speaker... | ebay sale-8 es components-pick up only-Fort Worth | On 2013-04-15 02:02, David_S wrote: Wow!! This large group might go for much less then individual component sale prices would total up to (depending on the sellers reserve). From ebay listing: ------------- 1) Two- Sony TA-E1000 ESD Pre-Amps (1 remote control and 1 manual) 2) One- Sony TA-N80ES Amp (1 manual) 3) Two- Sony TA-N330ES Amp (1 manual) 4) One- Sony CDP-C85 ES Five Disc Changer (1 remote control and manual) 5) One- Sony TC-K850ES Single Cassette Deck (1 manual) 6) One- Sony ST-S333ESXii Stereo Tuner (1 manual) &nb .. |
| Other (Tape, Short W... | What was the best Sony ES tuner? | On 2013-03-20 10:33, sterling1 wrote: I don't know how best could be discerned; but, I am very satisfied with my Sony SA50ES. In listening to a public radio station each Saturday night broadcasting a "Rolling Stones Hour", I perceive a smoother and more detailed sound than I have experienced listening to the same material from SACD. [ This message was edited by: sterling1 on 2013-03-20 10:35 ] I wonder if radio stations get better quality tracks than us consumers. Almost all new audio productions & re-releases are brickwalled. Some of them are almost no .. |
| Amp/Receiver/Speaker... | ebay sale-8 es components-pick up only-Fort Worth | On 2013-04-20 07:03, Maxxwire wrote: On 2013-04-19 18:00, parney wrote: Its hard to find sony es stuff here in Canada now. I can think of a few Agoraquest Members who may have contributed to that shortage. [addsig] Guilty as charged. I am also plundering the US supply. Here is another recent acquisition. With my power cord & plug upgrade. I also upgraded most of the caps on the main board to KZ & added SoundCoat dampener. The tape is to prevent damage while I am handling it. [addsig] |
| Amp/Receiver/Speaker... | ebay sale-8 es components-pick up only-Fort Worth | On 2013-04-17 05:55, Maxxwire wrote: David_S- If this collection of vintage Sony gear was brought into Canada from the US would there be any kind of customs duty charged? The least expensive import fees are charged by Canada Post if the item was shipped from the US by USPS. Canada Post charges taxes + handling fee. I recently got a 65 pound package shipped by USPS from Florida. Shipping cost US $174.90. Purchase price was US $399.99. Canada Post charged $49.08 GHST/HST + $9.95 handling cost = total fee $59.03. I can not find info ab .. |
| Amp/Receiver/Speaker... | ebay sale-8 es components-pick up only-Fort Worth | Wow!! This large group might go for much less then individual component sale prices would total up to (depending on the sellers reserve). From ebay listing: ------------- 1) Two- Sony TA-E1000 ESD Pre-Amps (1 remote control and 1 manual) 2) One- Sony TA-N80ES Amp (1 manual) 3) Two- Sony TA-N330ES Amp (1 manual) 4) One- Sony CDP-C85 ES Five Disc Changer (1 remote control and manual) 5) One- Sony TC-K850ES Single Cassette Deck (1 manual) 6) One- Sony ST-S333ESXii Stereo Tuner (1 manual) All components in great condition. & .. |
| MD/CD/SACD | Sony DVP-S9000ES will not play SACD stereo layer o | The Sony part # for the laser pick up unit is A-6062-397-A (KHM-220AAA). Sony site refers to part # 991099935, listed "part no longer available". I have 1 hybrid SACD that is stereo only that my DVP-S9000ES will not play. The player gives a "C 13 00" message. That disc will play on my DVP-NS999ES players. The stereo section of my other hybrid stereo only & stereo + multi-channel SACDs will play without hesitation or fault no my DVP-S9000ES. I think that the disc that will not play on the DVP-S9000ES is at fault, despite the fact that it will play wit .. |
| Amp/Receiver/Speaker... | My TA-E80ES Arrived! | On 2013-04-13 15:26, sonyeslover wrote: The E80ES is a great preamp and likely the best one overall for that period. I find it has better sonics and looks over the TA-E77ESD and more useful features compared to the TA-E90ES. Hopefully I will not get board too soon, I plan to add a TA-N80ES as soon as I can find one that I can buy, in new condition of course I agree with your thoughts about the E80ES & E77ESD (or E77ES that I have). I do not have hands on experience with the E90ES but my thoughts lean in the same direction. Good luck finding a new condition .. |
| Amp/Receiver/Speaker... | Using external HDD for audio playback. | On 2013-04-05 23:03, mhedges wrote: That's cool that the AVR can play FLAC off an external drive. I didn't know they did that. But I have to say, using the file directory structure to play music is very limiting. Its ok if all you want to do is listen to entire albums, but if you go to the trouble to obtain a large digital library then you should have a decent interface, otherwise you might as well just stick with playing cds. I was running off a wireless NAS drive and just navigating the directories and just couldn't live with it. No playli .. |
| Amp/Receiver/Speaker... | Using external HDD for audio playback. | On 2013-03-25 05:08, Maxxwire wrote: David_S- How is it that you control what Music is being played without a software player or can that be done from the DA5700ES? I control music being played from the HDD directly from the DA5700ES. The HDD is connected to the USB jack at the front of the DA5700ES. You have to use a TV attached to video output from the DA5700ES to navigate menus in the DA5700ES. This is the "Home" menu of the DA5700ES. Everything is controlled by the remote control of the DA5700ES or a compatible universal remote control. Highligh .. |
| Amp/Receiver/Speaker... | The "mad scientist" of Sony audio | Thanks for the link to a very informative article. I wondered about the effect of the transition to lead free solder. This article gives insight to the Sony solution for the transition to lead free solder. [addsig] |
| Amp/Receiver/Speaker... | Using external HDD for audio playback. | I configured & started using an external HDD as a source for audio playback over 6 months ago. I am not including the word "video" in the subject line because so far I have not tested video playback from this set up. I play back 2.0 audio up to 24/192 & 5.1 audio up to 24/176 without any problems. My audio files are in lossless FLAC format at the maximum compression setting of 8. Western Digital My Book Essential 2 TB is the model I am using. Cosmetics partially influenced my purchase. This model housing is black & matches mu system. & .. |
| MD/CD/SACD | My "new" CDP-C87ES has arrived! | Very nice looking. I am very impressed at how you are able to scope out those near perfect condition components. [addsig] |
| Do It Yourself Home ... | Stand for 2 channel audio | On 2013-03-07 16:20, Maxxwire wrote: <blockquote> On 2013-02-14 01:22, David_S wrote: The HDD for DA audio is on the top shelf in front of the TV. What capacity is the Western Digital HDD you are using? </blockquote> The HDD is 2 TB. It is as a single partition in NTFS format. The HDD enclosure is designed to stand upright on the rubber feet shown on the left side in this picture. IMO this is unstable & easily knocked over, possibly also causing drive failure. I also found that audio performance improved wh .. |
| Amp/Receiver/Speaker... | Markets Bullish on Classic Sony? | On 2013-03-03 05:08, Maxxwire wrote: <blockquote> On 2013-02-22 19:03, David_S wrote: Fortunately a good percentage of my components are local pick up. . DavidS- Is your situation in BC unique in Canada? </blockquote> The situation here in SW BC could be quite uncommon. There are several Sony retail stores that sell ES products. There also used to be quite a few other electronics retailers that sold Sony ES components. I have also diligently check craigslist & Canuck Audio Mart daily. Good components that are reasonably priced sell .. |
| Amp/Receiver/Speaker... | Old School Receiver | On 2013-03-03 19:52, PeterPeter wrote: I'm looking for an old analog receiver that will give a richness to my turntable and LP's. Any suggestions up to $300 to $400?Any brand is fine. [ This message was edited by: PeterPeter on 2013-03-03 19:53 ] You should check out this STR-GX9ES that is currently listed in ebay. The seller has a BIN of $350. This receiver does not have the optional rosewood finish sides but looks to be in good condition and does include the original remote. [addsig] |
| Other (Tape, Short W... | My ST-S707ES Tuner Arrived! | What a gorgeous looking pair. The S707ES style closely matches the style of the E80ES. [addsig] |
| Amp/Receiver/Speaker... | Markets Bullish on Classic Sony? | On 2013-02-22 14:53, sonyeslover wrote: Shipping to Canada has gotten more expensive, an amp like that from west coast to east, would be in the $200 range I would guess. However, if that's what it takes, I have no choice. I would prefer local on this amp, but there are not too many in my neck of the woods. My experiences show your $200 shipping from US to Canada estimate to be fairly close. Fortunately a good percentage of my components are local pick up. I have had to fork out $s for high shipping rates at times. That is often the only way to get some ite .. |
| Amp/Receiver/Speaker... | Markets Bullish on Classic Sony? | On 2013-02-20 19:16, sonyeslover wrote: The biggest problem I have is finding good units, most are poor condition (at least for me) or sellers are not shipping to Canada. I have lucked out recently on 2 components, but I think my quest for a TA-N80ES is going to be painful... I echo your frustration. So many ebay sellers do not ship to Canada. I am sure their extra effort for cross border shipping requirements would be paid off by higher bid prices. This recent ebay offering is in such sad shape that no one wanted it. [addsig] |
| Amp/Receiver/Speaker... | My TA-E80ES Arrived! | On 2013-02-19 20:30, dogman1 wrote: Thanks for the info. I see a few rm-ax4000 on e-bay for sale. Just one question would you buy the Harmony or the Sony and for that matter which Harmony would be your pick. thanks john I have a Harmony One. It can be set up to control up to 15 devices & has very high user review ratings. The Harmony One is no longer available. Harmony remotes are set up & configured online. This provides access to the Harmony immense online remote code database. That is the primary reason I bought .. |
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