Shindo with Devore 0/96

[baddog]

Don - thanks for the tips. Yes I have been using Discogs for a while now, I use it to inventory my record collection and then export to my iPhone so when I go shopping for used records I dont buy duplicates anymore.

Barr

[Wino]

Hey Barr-

Speaking of Discogs.... (which is cool)

I have just started buying from Better Records- They specialize in 'Hot Stampers', which are a process of gathering a bunch of probable 'stampers' that should be good, then clean them w/ a 7.5K RCM, then listen to them all (we should apply for this sexy job !!), then rate them-

I am Mr Skepticalpants, trust me- I've done some comparisons w/ 'regular' records, & they are 'Better'- Some AA 'un-named' members can attest, though it's undeniable, the SQ-

I personally, only care about SQ (after the music first of course), not collectibility of LPs-

Anyway, since I figure that you're a music/LP fan, I thought I'd mention this new revelation-

You gotta come over & check 'em out !

David

[jondkaufman]

So my wife asks, when we are leaving our "listening/demo/what's next" session with Matt, "so, when are the boxes going to arrive? I replied "not this week, but soon"...

Anyway, I had a great visit with Matt. During this time we were looking at how to upgrade from my current Aurieges / Montille EL84 / Super 8 system. My decision now is to choose: while keeping the Montille and budget, do I go a) Monbrison with the O/96 or b) Masseto with the O/93. It is a chicken or egg decision - any considered thoughts would be welcome, as it is all very wonderful!
Jonathan K.

[Freestone]

Originally Posted by jondkaufman

So my wife asks, when we are leaving our "listening/demo/what's next" session with Matt, "so, when are the boxes going to arrive? I replied "not this week, but soon"...

Anyway, I had a great visit with Matt. During this time we were looking at how to upgrade from my current Aurieges / Montille EL84 / Super 8 system. My decision now is to choose: while keeping the Montille and budget, do I go a) Monbrison with the O/96 or b) Masseto with the O/93. It is a chicken or egg decision - any considered thoughts would be welcome, as it is all very wonderful!
Jonathan K.

I would rely on Matt's judgement. He would be the best to tell you. Does he allow you full upgrade credit on the Devores? If not, that would influence my decision though I suspect he does. Generally I think speakers might make the biggest difference.

[baddog]

Originally Posted by jondkaufman

So my wife asks, when we are leaving our "listening/demo/what's next" session with Matt, "so, when are the boxes going to arrive? I replied "not this week, but soon"...

Anyway, I had a great visit with Matt. During this time we were looking at how to upgrade from my current Aurieges / Montille EL84 / Super 8 system. My decision now is to choose: while keeping the Montille and budget, do I go a) Monbrison with the O/96 or b) Masseto with the O/93. It is a chicken or egg decision - any considered thoughts would be welcome, as it is all very wonderful!
Jonathan K.

Well if you are buying from Matt, be mindful of his generous trade up program. I know that applies for the Shindo stuff, not sure if it is the same for DeVore.

Also don't know the size of your room. I have the O/96s and once had the Masseto and have heard the Monbrison. I have not heard the 0/93s.

Masseto is a definate upgrade from the Monbrison.

I believe the decision on the DeVore O's would depend more on your room size.

Barr

[baddog]

Originally Posted by jondkaufman

So my wife asks, when we are leaving our "listening/demo/what's next" session with Matt, "so, when are the boxes going to arrive? I replied "not this week, but soon"...

Anyway, I had a great visit with Matt. During this time we were looking at how to upgrade from my current Aurieges / Montille EL84 / Super 8 system. My decision now is to choose: while keeping the Montille and budget, do I go a) Monbrison with the O/96 or b) Masseto with the O/93. It is a chicken or egg decision - any considered thoughts would be welcome, as it is all very wonderful!
Jonathan K.

But to your point it may be chicken AND egg. You may eventually end up with or desire both the Masseto and O/96.

[Freestone]

Originally Posted by bplexico

But to your point it may be chicken AND egg. You may eventually end up with or desire both the Masseto and O/96.

Agreed. That's why I would get the o/96 if his policy doesn't apply to Devores. It's not that much bigger. (Room size allowing). Plus moving more air generally seems more impactful to me.

[FranklinLG]

JK,

My vote is for the O96's. I found that once I got a quality speaker (I own the O96's) everything became more transparent and i was able to hear and discern differences with my equipment. If you go this route you may find you're happier than you appreciated with your other equipment.

As for Matt's upgrade program, I would encourage you to ask and explain the paths you may go to get a clear understanding of what Matt can do for you. My experience with him in this regard has been great. But I've not pursued an upgrade on speakers. Just equipment.

[JayBass]

My vote would be for the Masseto and the Line Magnetic 755 speakers.
I have had these speakers for close to a year now and am currently running them with a Masseto and Corton Charlemagnes.
They are simply phenomenal speakers and offer what I would consider to be a very viable and slightly different option than the Devores.
Try to hear them if you can.

[Cucumber_Jones]

Originally Posted by JayBass

My vote would be for the Masseto and the Line Magnetic 755 speakers.
I have had these speakers for close to a year now and am currently running them with a Masseto and Corton Charlemagnes.
They are simply phenomenal speakers and offer what I would consider to be a very viable and slightly different option than the Devores.
Try to hear them if you can.

How big is your room? Can you post some photos of the setup?