Great system that has great synergy between components and accessories. Taking the time to experiment with various interconnects, power cords, tubes, power conditioners, etc. can turn a decent system into a great one. That's the case here. This system, which is centered around the great little 15 watt Synthesis Nimis integrated tube amp, is absolutely wonderful sounding! The Nimis is very responsive to tube rolling and power cord selection. I've settled on the TAD EL-84STR output tubes, which provide this amp with substantially more body, focus and dynamics. Great tubes! Paired with the very efficient and dynamic Snell type E III loudspeakers, this system really sings! As far as sources go, I listen mostly to vinyl via the Pro-ject RM-5 turntable outfitted with either a Denon DL-103 or DL-110 MC cartridges. The phono signal is boosted via the killer Jolida JD-9A tubed phono stage. A great sounding unit! The Snell's and the Jolida were both purchased here at Audiogon. My listening room is modest, measuring 11 X 14, with a 9'-6" ceiling. This is a great system that works well in my listening room.
Great transport that I've had since late 90's. I see no need to change it.
Theta Digital DSPro
Original Theta DS Pro Dac. I've had later model Thetas but prefer the sound of this original.
Denon Denon DL-103
Excellent low output MC cartridge.
Project Audio Project RM-5
Great value turntable, with an excellent carbon fiber tonearm.
Synthesis Nimis
Superb little 15 Watt integrated amp from Italy. Absolutely beautiful to behold and listen to! Sound is fabulous when outfitted with TAD EL-84STR output tubes.
Snell Type E mkIII
This classic 8" two way floor stander from the 90's is still one of the best sounding speakers in it's price class. Outstanding, full bodied sound from top to bottom. 91 db efficiency with superb resolution and dynamics!
Jolida JD-9A
Wonderful sounding tube phono stage with flexibility of load and output settings to work with virtually any cartridge, both MM and MC. Up to 95 db gain to accommodate even very low output cartridges!
I really like the look of your system, and I bet it sounds fantastic. I recently picked up some Snell K/IIs and have been very pleased with them. I imagine the E/IIIs would be a big step up.
