theking Posted November 18, 2013 Author Posted November 18, 2013 After Naim ND5XS added to my system, i seldom use my cd player anymore, hence i decided to let i go here so that i could have more space for this new arrival. It is still waiting to be setup, but i took a peek, and so far i am happy with the packaging. Some pics: 1
vmhf Posted November 18, 2013 Posted November 18, 2013 I can't believe I missed your thread msetjadi. Your system looks superb as does your room. Keen to get your impressions on the AMG 1
analog brother Posted November 18, 2013 Posted November 18, 2013 amg - damnnnnn! that's baller! which cart you gonna mount?
theking Posted November 18, 2013 Author Posted November 18, 2013 amg - damnnnnn! that's baller! which cart you gonna mount? thanks ab, i got an offer of Wilson Benesch The Carbon catridge that hard to resist, so i grab it, hope it will work well with this TT.
theking Posted November 20, 2013 Author Posted November 20, 2013 (edited) Finally the AMG was setup couple days ago. It looks stunning and the timber skirt is absolutely a match. I can tell this unit was designed with precision in mind. First impression listening to it is "wow". It is not only sounds more real compared to my digital source, but also it will bring you as if you are right in the middle of the stage, live...It is really make my digital source embarrassed. I was also worried with the choice of cartridge in the beginning. It does not look like most of other cartridge, it does not have anything to cover the stylus. However it turned out the sounds produced from this catridge is not as what it looks. it is certainly beyond my expectation. To protect the AMG from dust and nasty finger from my young kids, I also pre-order custom plexi glass before it was setup, so i can put them on the day AMG was assembled. I also must thank Areamihc as another AMG owner for providing an accurate dimension. Here some photos from the actual units The Carbon Front View Edited November 20, 2013 by msetjadi 4
theking Posted November 21, 2013 Author Posted November 21, 2013 Looks good!! Thanks Jason, you and i will agree if AMG Viella is absolutely a fine machine. Let me know if you are interested to order the dust cover, i can pm you the details.
ngquan Posted November 23, 2013 Posted November 23, 2013 Congrats, beautiful system. I love the AMG wood/black alum look. Enjoy 1
theking Posted November 25, 2013 Author Posted November 25, 2013 Thanks Guys, I just bought Samsung Galaxy S4 for my wife and i thought this is a good way to test the video camera quality, I am surprise how this small device could produce a reasonably good video quality. Few years back i need to use a proper handy cam. http://youtu.be/l__h5t4XvM0 2
Beacon Posted December 7, 2013 Posted December 7, 2013 Absolutely awesome system. It sounds great even on my iPad! More utubes please. Thanks for sharing. 1
David A Posted December 17, 2013 Posted December 17, 2013 (edited) Hi Michael, Wow! What an amazing transformation from the last time I dropped into your thread I think the Rowland amps were a great choice to match with your B&W's, and the AMG Viella tt is a sensational choice as your analogue front end. This creation by the late great Werner Roeschlau will certainly become a cornerstone of his legacy and a future classic imho. When this tt was first released I talked it up on this forum & got some fairly negative feedback. Cest la vie as they say. Rock on brother! Edited December 18, 2013 by Bodhi 1
Briz Vegas Posted December 20, 2013 Posted December 20, 2013 Yeah......you are new to vinyl aren't you. Get your mucky fingers off the playing surface. :-). No excuses about having to hold the camera, you should have taped it to your head like any self respecting audiophile/LP aficionado/ hipster............actually skip that last one. You don't ride a fixy by chance? ( insert more smilies here) That poor Naim gear is not going to get much use now. Mine still has it's merits (nDAC/XPS2DR) against my modestly priced turntable ( Rega P5) in my second system. It's a very first world problem to choose and mostly comes down to what I want to listen to,not what system (and the digital system is ten times the investment).
theking Posted December 22, 2013 Author Posted December 22, 2013 Hi Michael, Wow! What an amazing transformation from the last time I dropped into your thread I think the Rowland amps were a great choice to match with your B&W's, and the AMG Viella tt is a sensational choice as your analogue front end. This creation by the late great Werner Roeschlau will certainly become a cornerstone of his legacy and a future classic imho. When this tt was first released I talked it up on this forum & got some fairly negative feedback. Cest la vie as they say. Rock on brother! Thank You Dave, Rowland amp has done a good job to handle my 802d in every aspects, the typical of bright presentation from the diamond tweeter is no longer there. it suits my ears very well now. When i decided to put vinyl into my systems, there are some factors that affect my decision, and AMG is the top candidate for look,space requirement,and budget. Indeed it was the right choice for me. Your system has dramatically changed since the last couple of years. Welcome back here Dave, i know we have long overdue visits that we need to catchup. 1
David A Posted December 23, 2013 Posted December 23, 2013 Hi Michael, thanks for your welcome back I heard the Rowland 725/Corus combo in Boris's showroom and was impressed. They sound powerful, rich, fast and quite resolving. There is a definite JRDG house sound which I could see suiting your B&W's. I'm pleased to hear they addressed the 802's tendency to brightness in the top end. I think your PAD cables and AMG deck would help in that regard too. Yes! We'll have to arrange catchups early in the New Year. I have some new iso feet arriving for my Aesthetix in a couple of weeks. The Romulus is not in the same league as your AMG, but it is still natural and musical sounding
Peter_F Posted December 23, 2013 Posted December 23, 2013 Thanks Guys, I just bought Samsung Galaxy S4 for my wife and i thought this is a good way to test the video camera quality, I am surprise how this small device could produce a reasonably good video quality. Few years back i need to use a proper handy cam. You need to get somebody to show you how to handle records and use a cleaning brush! Good video though.
betty boop Posted December 23, 2013 Posted December 23, 2013 lovely system indeed. what sort of room size you running there out of curiosity ? lovely speakers, will always have a soft spot for the 802Ds
theking Posted December 23, 2013 Author Posted December 23, 2013 You need to get somebody to show you how to handle records and use a cleaning brush! Good video though. That is the least of my concern at the moment. My hifi journey are from digital era and This TT is my first turntable setup so i just enjoy them and learning along the way. 1
Peter_F Posted December 23, 2013 Posted December 23, 2013 That is the least of my concern at the moment. My hifi journey are from digital era and This TT is my first turntable setup so i just enjoy them and learning along the way. No worries. I guess premature wear on the stylus and LP's, and deterioration of the sound will just will be part of the learning process.
kwtruk Posted December 23, 2013 Posted December 23, 2013 I'm not a vinyl expert by any means, but I had 2 cleaning brushes, a stylus cleaner and new LP sleeves before I had a phono stage Lovely system though mate, happy I stumbled across it tonight, whole room looks incredible actually. Wish I could have one chair, but my girlfriend likes listening to ALL my music hahaha! Enjoy, take care of those vinyls!
Briz Vegas Posted December 23, 2013 Posted December 23, 2013 There are some things I'm happy to accept from the younger generation but " vinyls" ain't one of them. It's just wrong I tell you. http://m.youtube.com/watch?v=dSINO6MKtco&desktop_uri=%2Fwatch%3Fv%3DdSINO6MKtco
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