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  • Опубліковано 7 жов 2024
  • For years I lived in a tiny NYC apartment and used a small self contained shelf system, a Denon D-M41. For me the sound was perfect for what I needed. However, I recently moved out of NYC, bought a house, and have a lot more space. With that in mind, it’s time to update my audio system. Join me as I visit Audio Connection in Verona, NJ and get a brand new system and a new lease on my love of music!
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  • @juanitagibson3577
    @juanitagibson3577 11 місяців тому +27

    My heart just melted when I watched the how much care Greg took with wrapping your speakers. Supporting small businesses instead of the faceless big box stores is such a wonderful thing to watch. Congratulations on your new system!!! 🤘🏼

    • @stateniland
      @stateniland 11 місяців тому +2

      Why buy off the shelf speakers? Ask for new in Sealed Box

    • @TonyBanks21
      @TonyBanks21 11 місяців тому +3

      Couldn’t agree more !!!

    • @yantrussart6584
      @yantrussart6584 11 місяців тому

      ​@@statenilandprobably got them at a discount.

    • @RAREFORMDESIGNS
      @RAREFORMDESIGNS 10 місяців тому

      They were floor (demo)
      models.@@stateniland

    • @AlanSmitheeman
      @AlanSmitheeman 6 місяців тому

      @@statenilandMost likely they would be discounted from full retail price. That would allow him to put more money into other components of the sound system.

  • @stevedaughertyjr1184
    @stevedaughertyjr1184 11 місяців тому +6

    I have Klipsch speakers and they sound great! 👍

  • @SAGNI0971
    @SAGNI0971 11 місяців тому +15

    Brendon, you’re very lucky to have made the Audio Connection, the best hifi store in the northeast. The Audio Connection campus is sprawling and if you get a chance ask the guys there to show you their ultra high end stuff - the listening experience will blow your mind! Congrats on your new system.

  • @jeffgrayson7639
    @jeffgrayson7639 11 місяців тому +4

    Love Audio Connection. John Rutan is a stereo genius. Great supporting staff.

    • @BrendonSnyder
      @BrendonSnyder  11 місяців тому +2

      Yes they’re all a great bunch of guys! 👍

  • @Nique666
    @Nique666 11 місяців тому +4

    The C 316BEE is a great little amp! I have had one for 2 years and still love it after buying and trying a few others.

  • @FrankAbarca-o9k
    @FrankAbarca-o9k 11 місяців тому +2

    That is one of the best companies there is Enjoy it

  • @cocko40
    @cocko40 11 місяців тому +2

    Audio Connection is by far the best place to buy audio gear from in the northeast. Very knowledgeable with system matching (synergy). They also have something for every budget. John, the owner, is a great guy.

  • @adox66
    @adox66 11 місяців тому +4

    Wow congrats on the new system. NAD are a great brand and you got a great streamer too. May you get many years of enjoyment from it.

  • @pedrofernandez8729
    @pedrofernandez8729 11 місяців тому +42

    Speakers on the floor, no way Jose! Even a pair of cheap stands will make a world of diff. I didn't spend much on mine.

    • @ENGLISHISBEST
      @ENGLISHISBEST 11 місяців тому +2

      He did say temporary set up.

    • @pedrofernandez8729
      @pedrofernandez8729 11 місяців тому +5

      @@ENGLISHISBEST I actually got the stands b4 the speakers got to me, so I'd be ready. Tweeters at ear level is crucial.

    • @baboononskates
      @baboononskates 11 місяців тому +1

      If he sits on the floor a couple of breeze blocks would do.

    • @itsanarse
      @itsanarse 11 місяців тому

      Iso Pucks at least

    • @nocturnal1970
      @nocturnal1970 11 місяців тому +2

      ​@@pedrofernandez8729not crucial, depends on speakers, the Fynes have good dispersion, he needs to sit back away from them. 250mm height stands is what would suit him. A joke to try and sell him $250 dollar stands with those budget NAD electronics, Norstone 250mm stands cost £79 in UK and are excellent and beautiful.

  • @williamtindale2768
    @williamtindale2768 11 місяців тому +9

    Nice set up! Nothing beats opening and setting up new audio equipment.
    I’ve had my Sony separates for over 20 years and they still sound amazing! Enjoy your new set up!

  • @Drackleyrva
    @Drackleyrva 11 місяців тому +5

    Super nice stereo---the stands (when you get them) will make a big difference with the speakers. I've purchased from Audio Connection in the past and they were awesome---great guys to work with!

  • @christiaanwynn9332
    @christiaanwynn9332 11 місяців тому +6

    NAD stands for New Acoustic Dimension. They are a very good audio company that was founded in 1972 and they have produced countless award winning products ever since. The company are known for the value and sound quality of their products.

  • @louismartinez7387
    @louismartinez7387 11 місяців тому +2

    Congratulations Brendon on your new audio system!! NAD products are well known to the audiophile community and well respected I might add. I know the joy and excitement of opening boxes to new pieces of audio equipment so I share those feelings with you!! ENJOY!!!

  • @davidtrahan3062
    @davidtrahan3062 11 місяців тому +8

    Brilliant news and nice set up 🎉 superb audio components… I’m happy for you man

  • @colanitower
    @colanitower 11 місяців тому +2

    That's an impressive CD collection

  • @elderinmoi1571
    @elderinmoi1571 11 місяців тому +2

    Congrats on your new system. Such fun to first listen to something new. It is like all your music is brand new.

    • @BrendonSnyder
      @BrendonSnyder  11 місяців тому +1

      It certainly is! I love hearing something like it’s new for the first time and wondering how I never heard that in the song before. It is pretty amazing!

  • @davidgallistel2083
    @davidgallistel2083 11 місяців тому +3

    Congrats! Always fun buying new audio gear!

  • @sofakingcrazy1943
    @sofakingcrazy1943 11 місяців тому +5

    Great system to start with. If you can put speakers on stands it can make a difference in sound quality

  • @bumblesby
    @bumblesby 11 місяців тому +2

    Nice! I have the NAD C538 CD player. It has a great sound. The buttons on mine are a bit touchy. I do a quick press. If you hold the button too long it can freeze the player. If that happens to you, you must unplug the CD player to reset it. I just had to practice to get it right. Hopefully your model has updated firmware. I use mine every day!

  • @daniellothgren157
    @daniellothgren157 11 місяців тому +4

    Exciting! I ended up getting a modern stereo shelf, but I really would have liked one of those stereo cabinets that were common in the 90s. I did go retro on the CD player, though, a vintage Sony from around 1990. I just love the stereo look of that era.

  • @user-mn5ul9vo9m
    @user-mn5ul9vo9m 11 місяців тому +4

    Those are very revealing speakers for a simple set up. Stands for those speakers would maximize the sound, and also i would create space between the speakers to get better stereo imaging.

    • @carlnoonan1861
      @carlnoonan1861 11 місяців тому

      Agreed, if possible, a minimum gap of 6 feet between the speakers will give a much better sound. If you can get upto 12 feet, even better.

  • @isabellamarino
    @isabellamarino 11 місяців тому +5

    Sweet setup you purchased, Brendon! Congratulations! Yes, I remember NAD very well from way back in the day, excellent choice! That’s a gem of a store you found, we will have to check them out for sure, we didn’t know it was there! We still have our speakers on the floor, haven’t decided on what stands to get. Hope you find some good ones down the line, interested in seeing what you’ll pick. Always love seeing Noodle!! ❤ Hope all is well neighbor! And hope to hear from you soon to catch up! Enjoy your new system!

  • @victorsvorinich1595
    @victorsvorinich1595 11 місяців тому +2

    I’m looking forward to watching this Brendon. I’ve been using them for over 20 years. Jon Rotan is such a great guy and so knowledgeable. Even though I’m probably the poorest customer he treats me like anyone else.

  • @MartyMurray
    @MartyMurray 11 місяців тому +1

    Those are some nice components you picked out, Brendon. NAD is top-line stuff. I now have a Rega turntable, which is my newest addition. It was to replace my old L&G turntable, where the bearing finally gave out on the platter, which was solid aluminum. I have an 80's vintage Realistic receiver/amplifier and my old JVC double tape deck, plus a pair of Philips speakers. I play my CDs through my other system, that is hooked up to my television set-up. It has a powerful Yamaha power amp and a pair of Db speakers, which sound wonderful. And yes, that Trooper album is a "best-of" compilation. They were a big popular band from the west coast, back in the day, with numerous hits.

    • @janath9118
      @janath9118 11 місяців тому +1

      Thanks for the information!!

  • @derrickvaneeden1149
    @derrickvaneeden1149 6 місяців тому +1

    I ordered the same NAD C538 CD Player today - thanks Brendon. Love your channel.

  • @TheYuhasz01
    @TheYuhasz01 11 місяців тому +1

    I enjoy your channel and enthusiasm for cd and music. Glad to see you make a sensible decision for your needs and space regarding equipment. You are very lucky to have a local audio store and knowledgeable staff.

  • @Dm-ui1fi
    @Dm-ui1fi 11 місяців тому +3

    Very nice system!! Will be interesting to hear your thoughts. I know with speakers, often have to wait for a while before getting the true sound from them
    I have the same denon as yourself but I upgraded the speakers to klipsch

    • @rabarebra
      @rabarebra 6 місяців тому

      The burn-in you mention are just a myth.

  • @joet6434
    @joet6434 11 місяців тому +4

    Congrats on picking up a new seperates system Brendon, i hope you heard the benefits over your previous set-up. The only thing missing are speaker stands which, even if you listen sitting on the floor, the speaker should be at ear level for the best listening experience & space them so they are equal distance apart & angled inward towards your good self. Your speakers also appear to have the option to biwire if you so choose. I tried it many years back & whilst the benefit isn't massive, it did wonders for my listening enjoyment. Apologies for mentioning all that, we are all different & our enjoyment from music & our different set-ups varies from person to person. The only thing i would say is having speakers on the floor will hamper the audio giving it a more muffled sound which will remove clarity. Congrats once again on your new gear, i hope you get many years of audio pleasure with it & enjoy going back into your collection & hearing details you may have missed with your old set-up.

    • @janath9118
      @janath9118 11 місяців тому

      Thank you for sharing the valuable information!!!

  • @jasongardner5466
    @jasongardner5466 11 місяців тому +1

    Awesome it's always great checking out new audio equipment. I got a new set up myself at the beginning of the year & shopping around & putting it together was great I replaced my 30 yr old system thats still going. Congratulations!

  • @MegaRHUBBARD
    @MegaRHUBBARD 11 місяців тому +4

    Hey Brendon, congrats on the new equipment. Like many have said, NAD makes good equipment for a good price. You are now starting your journey to becoming an audiophile. Get the speakers off the floor and on stands. You can then fool around with their placement. Placing them too close to the backwall will give you more bass but it will sound bloated. Bringing them out will get rid of the bloat and produce more detail and improve their soundstage. Very happy for you! Enjoy!

    • @louismartinez7387
      @louismartinez7387 11 місяців тому +1

      All good advice Brendon but in the end you'll be the one listening so go with what you like and what works for you.

    • @rabarebra
      @rabarebra 6 місяців тому

      To go audiophile, he'd need to swap out all the components he just bought. The only thing you actually need is active studio monitors - no need to think about amplifiers.
      I'm on a $35K system.

  • @mr.hankey80
    @mr.hankey80 11 місяців тому +2

    Cute little rig you've got, congrats. I'm rocking NAD C325 BEE from 2000. and some Sony CD player, so 20+ years. Solid performer and doesn't cost an arm and leg. It will serve you well.

  • @davel.9467
    @davel.9467 11 місяців тому +1

    Congratulations on your new system. I appreciate you purchasing from a brick & mortar audio store. And that one appeared to be very old school in nature. Dig it!

    • @davel.9467
      @davel.9467 11 місяців тому +1

      Oh, as an old school audio guy, keep the boxes!!! If you ever sell that gear the new owner will love that you have the boxes or if have to ship them for any reason, those boxes will come in handy.

  • @maryelms5948
    @maryelms5948 11 місяців тому +16

    Brendon...Please don't take this the wrong way. The FYNE speakers paired with the NAD components will sound wonderful....great pairing of components. If you really want to experience your new system at its "FYNEST", you need to get the speakers off the floor and on a good pair of solid stands. The sound will open up tremendously and fill that wonderful listening room you have.

  • @artboyee
    @artboyee 11 місяців тому +1

    The album with the best dynamic range to listen to different speakers is Genesis Seconds Out… whenever I buy speakers I use that album !

  • @mattsmusichannel
    @mattsmusichannel 11 місяців тому +2

    Nice set up mate! Nothing beats the excitement of unboxing a brand new hifi!

  • @silvershield2342
    @silvershield2342 11 місяців тому +2

    Wonderful news! Congrats on your new system. Hope you enjoy many many hours of listening. Great to see old style audio shops still exist. As you know in NYC - pretty much nonexistent and those that do are by appointment. Oh, owners/staff look down their noses at customers.

    • @janath9118
      @janath9118 11 місяців тому

      @silvershield2342 I am very much surprised to know from you that these kind of all fashioned audio shops are almost non existence even in NYC in USA! As a man living in South Asia, we experience this kind of problem here since a couple of decades. At this moment Yamaha is the only audio dealer operating here.

  • @topographic1973ify
    @topographic1973ify 11 місяців тому +1

    I still have my Pioneer I bought in 1983, however I did have to replace the CD player and also added a player/recorder years later.

  • @sjbang5764
    @sjbang5764 11 місяців тому +2

    Congrats, Brendon. I'm sure you and Noodle are going to get a great deal of listening pleasure out of your new system.

  • @МеломанБаянов
    @МеломанБаянов 11 місяців тому +5

    Очень рад за вас,поздравляю с покупкой , теперь по русскому обычаю ,покупку нужно " обмыть" ,а то работать не будет!😅 " Обмыть" это выпить с друзьями за вашу аудио систему.😊😊😊😊

    • @davidtrahan3062
      @davidtrahan3062 11 місяців тому +2

      Brilliant response audio 😎 brother 🎉

    • @ENGLISHISBEST
      @ENGLISHISBEST 11 місяців тому

      See.....there are nice Russians.

    • @davidtrahan3062
      @davidtrahan3062 11 місяців тому

      @@ENGLISHISBEST no surprise here 🎭🏄🏼‍♂️

  • @purpletemple1
    @purpletemple1 11 місяців тому +2

    Excellent! Personally I do need my 5 cd player, I like to pick up 4 or 5 cd's and have my afternoon set up. They're getting hard to come by at a reasonable price, but I purchased 2 back in the day and found one in a second hand store too, so I should be fine for a few years...
    Enjoy!
    Cheers.

  • @tapanim6576
    @tapanim6576 11 місяців тому +1

    Very nice looking audio system. Great buy.

  • @bobby666666
    @bobby666666 11 місяців тому +2

    The Trooper album is a compilation which I bought in 1980 on import in the UK. I sold a number of records in 1988 due to space. I dont regret selling most if them, but wish I had kept that one. They are not easy to get now. The Boys In The Bright White Sports Car is a great track and a great title.

  • @mikes121
    @mikes121 11 місяців тому +2

    I have the NAD amp. Great piece of equipment for the money. It’s a solid performer.

  • @adaboy4z
    @adaboy4z 11 місяців тому +1

    I saw your LG DVD player and thought why not use that for CD's. I use my Sony DVD player as it plays SACD's and sounds great. I like those speakers they look sweet.

  • @danielesbordone1871
    @danielesbordone1871 9 місяців тому

    Congratulations , enjoy.

  • @JR-ho5qm
    @JR-ho5qm 11 місяців тому +2

    Good picks on the gear! NAD and Bluesound are both Canadian 🇨🇦 company’s. And are great products. I’m not to educated on those Fyne speakers but I’m sure they are great! Enjoy! 🔈👍🏻

    • @Iainmaclennan70
      @Iainmaclennan70 11 місяців тому +2

      Fyne is a Scottish company mostly formed from ex Tannoy employees.

  • @davej.meister5421
    @davej.meister5421 11 місяців тому +3

    Cool system, Brendon. So envious of your purchase. Haven't found the time to find a nice stereo system for my music. I'd rather buy locally via a small local business instead of through a major store chain in a larger city. The owner took great care of wrapping up your speakers, and that's the beauty of buying from a privately owned shop versus the major store chains. Looks like he gave you a great deal on everything, too. I need to find a place like this in my neck of the woods.
    I own Trooper's Hot Shots on CD. Good compilation, but the band should have waited to put it out after 1979's Flying Colours which features their biggest local/native hit to date "Janine" (which was not a hit here in the States.) They didn't do that, though. Hot Shots charted and sold very well in the band's native Canada. One of the biggest selling Greatest Hits/Best Of compilation albums of all time in Canada. I think it has sold close to 3M copies to date.

    • @janath9118
      @janath9118 11 місяців тому

      Thank you for sharing the information specially regarding the band Troopers!!! I have not heard much about this band until now.

  • @scottstrang1583
    @scottstrang1583 11 місяців тому +1

    Demoing with everyday music is always best.

    • @BrendonSnyder
      @BrendonSnyder  11 місяців тому

      I agree. You have to bring you own. If you let them select it may sound good on that album but not the type of music you listen to.

  • @wrthchld
    @wrthchld 11 місяців тому +2

    NAD makes very good equipment. I've purchased numerous equipment from NAD.

  • @philipsantoro1207
    @philipsantoro1207 11 місяців тому +2

    I wish I would had known that you were going to Audio Connection because I happen to know the owner named (JOHN)

  • @airtow6766
    @airtow6766 11 місяців тому +2

    The NAD should be very nice, they have always designed and sold excellent equipment.

  • @anton447
    @anton447 11 місяців тому +1

    Waiting for this along time

  • @bradknight2618
    @bradknight2618 8 місяців тому

    Thanks for sharing! Thanks for buying local B&M.
    Isn’t it great!
    Of all the things that happen in life we can always remember out systems we buy along the way as some of the happiest days of our life!
    Too cool right!
    Great post!

  • @MrJDNJ
    @MrJDNJ 11 місяців тому +2

    I think they make specialty speaker "stands" that will just lift the speakers off the rug. For as many cds as you have, you'd probably enjoy a DJ-type cd player with 2 or more players and then you can really mix it up. Enjoy!

    • @BrendonSnyder
      @BrendonSnyder  11 місяців тому

      I’ll have to look for that type!

    • @janath9118
      @janath9118 11 місяців тому

      ​@@BrendonSnyder A humble request to you;, it will be very much appreciative if you can reply the other commentors here, who herein wrote some very important views and details regarding your new audio system. Thank you!!

  • @SeanMorrisonRocks
    @SeanMorrisonRocks 11 місяців тому

    Definitely want a new audio system for my next place

  • @gjdc
    @gjdc 11 місяців тому +1

    Great video Brendon And those components are spot on for digital listening, NAD is a great brand. Enjoy

  • @RobDawg881
    @RobDawg881 11 місяців тому +3

    Very nice 😊. TROOPER album, excellent choice. What? You're kitty not jumping inside the empty boxes 😂...that's a first .

    • @BrendonSnyder
      @BrendonSnyder  11 місяців тому +1

      That’s only because they weren’t empty yet. But he made his way into the boxes later as they got emptied. Haha

    • @michaeldehart8620
      @michaeldehart8620 11 місяців тому +1

      Raise a little hell!

  • @oliverbeard7912
    @oliverbeard7912 11 місяців тому +2

    You could make a couple of dual purpose boxes to place under the speakers that could be used to store some vinyl LPs aswell as bringing the tweeters up to ear level. Not perhaps quite as good as some dedicated stands,but still pretty good if rigid enough.

  • @ENGLISHISBEST
    @ENGLISHISBEST 11 місяців тому

    Having new hifi is such a treat it takes me back, since the 70s when I bought my first technics system with mission speakers, technology has move on since then but I still have a cd player that also plays flac music files via a usb slot in it, my set up is marantz cd6007usb, marantz 6007 amp rega p3 turntable & bowers & wilkins 607 s2 anniversary speakers & at my age retiring in 6 months probably my last system, you are on your way to keep building, enjoy.

  • @victorsvorinich1595
    @victorsvorinich1595 11 місяців тому +1

    You did great Brendon. One piece of advice is to take the speakers off the floor and take the time to position them in the room. Makes a huge difference. Salamander makes terrific audio shelving if you wanna upgrade that. You can literally spend a million dollars at audio connection or like you and I did, find the right parings on your budget and still find a great sound. Cheers brother!

    • @BrendonSnyder
      @BrendonSnyder  11 місяців тому

      Thanks Victor! Yes the speakers will come off the floor. I just didn’t have stands and need a little time to decipher next steps.

  • @stephenjones5118
    @stephenjones5118 11 місяців тому +1

    Some good choices for your new system.
    Interesting to see that you have a THUNDER CD, as they are one of our favourite bands back in their native UK

  • @WanderingSoulsWebzine
    @WanderingSoulsWebzine 11 місяців тому +1

    Looks like a nice system. I know NAD is a good brand. Have fun playing your music wih your new system.

  • @jesses.9843
    @jesses.9843 11 місяців тому +1

    Cool! Hope you enjoy your new system 👍

  • @robertfiorellino6070
    @robertfiorellino6070 11 місяців тому

    Bought my Maggie's there. Great people that really know their stuff.

  • @ENGLISHISBEST
    @ENGLISHISBEST 11 місяців тому +1

    Ha ha. The cat was looking around thinking what have you got, anything for me.

  • @currentphonograph7487
    @currentphonograph7487 11 місяців тому

    Cool deal. I've got Sony component system & still works great after decades. Turntable, music cassette player, receiver, DAT player & speakers. I mostly listen 2 AM radio & play vinyl records

  • @tjbullitt
    @tjbullitt 11 місяців тому +3

    Nice equipment Brendon. NAD is quality stuff. Enjoy 👍🏻

    • @BrendonSnyder
      @BrendonSnyder  11 місяців тому +1

      Thanks Tony! I had always heard good stuff about NAD but this is my first time trying their equipment. I have to say so far I’m pleasantly surprised.

  • @rhodaborrocks1654
    @rhodaborrocks1654 11 місяців тому +1

    You can't go wrong with NAD gear, good performance for sensible money I think sums them up. I've owned some of their gear in the past and the 3150 integrated amplifier was the one I liked the most, I instantly regretted selling that because my "upgrade" was disappointing, made me realise just how good the 3150 was. Regarding small bookshelf loudspeakers, in my opinion you need them positioned at ear level for the best results, but of course because of their size they can go anywhere. I'm quite sure you'll enjoy that system, and I suspect that you'll find yourself using the streamer more than you thought you would. Nice video, thank you.

  • @jamminrecordings8724
    @jamminrecordings8724 11 місяців тому +1

    You purchased a pair of NAD's. Well done.

    • @markmiwurdz202
      @markmiwurdz202 11 місяців тому

      @jamminerecordings8724. Yeah, a pair of NADs! Go NADs, Go NADs..... They're the mutz nuts! Am I getting you brother......!

  • @80sRockHead
    @80sRockHead 11 місяців тому +2

    Awesome. I never thought of Flesh And Blood as being a audiophile type recording but I will definitely give it another listen. It is a great album. Congrats on the new system.

  • @riqardoneves3323
    @riqardoneves3323 11 місяців тому +2

    Enjoy the new system. My NAD system is 30 years old and still going strong.

    • @BrendonSnyder
      @BrendonSnyder  11 місяців тому +2

      That’s great to hear! Hopefully my relationship with NAD will be a long one too.

  • @jamesattenborough2597
    @jamesattenborough2597 11 місяців тому +1

    I have the Fyne Audio F500s and they are incredible (to my ears anyway). Enjoy!

    • @BrendonSnyder
      @BrendonSnyder  11 місяців тому

      Thank you James! How long have you had yours?

    • @jamesattenborough2597
      @jamesattenborough2597 11 місяців тому

      @@BrendonSnyder for about a year. You’d definitely benefit from them being on stands or at least up at ear height (at your listening position) somehow

  • @nursingreintegration7074
    @nursingreintegration7074 11 місяців тому

    What great video reminded me about purchasing one of mine systems. Nad excellent choice enjoy for years.

  • @Gabesmusicdiscography
    @Gabesmusicdiscography 11 місяців тому

    Nothing better than upgrading your system. I have a Denon SACD/CD player on the way, can’t wait.

  • @jimcullen2211
    @jimcullen2211 11 місяців тому +1

    Instead of buying a dedicated speaker stands, consider buying inexpensive end tables off of Amazon. I got a pair and the are the perfect height. Also, I have a bottom shelve on each to put whatever I want on them.

  • @bukeksiansu2112
    @bukeksiansu2112 11 місяців тому

    Audio stores and record stores are still my favorite places to visit since I was a teenager. And love Stephen Ross - Midnight Drive album from Shrapnel Records.

  • @mickmcmick8247
    @mickmcmick8247 11 місяців тому +1

    9:09 One of the best feelings a man can experience. "One of"

  • @edz20four
    @edz20four 11 місяців тому +2

    Great setup Brendon. I've seen other peoples setup using equipment from NAD. Enjoy your new stereo system :)

    • @BrendonSnyder
      @BrendonSnyder  11 місяців тому +1

      Thanks Edmund! I’m new to the brand but I’ve heard good things about it.

  • @Fastnbulbous1969
    @Fastnbulbous1969 11 місяців тому

    Fun video! I have that NAD amp in our guest bedroom. Big fan of the brand ever since I first experienced the classic NAD 3020 via a college roommate. I have the C 162 preamp/processor in the Doom Cave, with Crown XLS 1502 amp, and the updated D3020 V2 compact integrated in the bedroom. Bluesound is nice, but for streaming I saved some $ with the WiiM Pro Airplay 2, which I use to stream my 20,000+ album FLAC collection and Tidal in bedroom and guest room using ROON.
    Money saved there could go toward a nice set of tower speakers. I'm a big advocate for towers, because for the same footprint you get more power and range in Hz for barely any more $ after you've bought stands. I have Wharfedale, Rega and Zu Audio. The Zu Dirty Weekend II were the most recent purchase, though it's already been four years. I'm very happy with 'em, but first choice would have been Mission QX-5, but couldn't get them shipped from UK affordably. For those on a budget, Danish company Jamo has great affordable options.

  • @korky_
    @korky_ 11 місяців тому +1

    Very Cool Brendon! Even I see
    Noodles is very excited to
    listen to some great music

    • @BrendonSnyder
      @BrendonSnyder  11 місяців тому +1

      He just wants the boxes and plastic wrap! Haha 😂

  • @cdman40
    @cdman40 11 місяців тому +1

    One more thing I always use four speakers, I like the music to surround me.

    • @rabarebra
      @rabarebra 6 місяців тому

      Unless you use surround sources, you are weird.

  • @RetroEdUK
    @RetroEdUK 7 місяців тому

    Really enjoyed this one and going through the purchasing experience. I’m keep on investing in some nice separates.
    I’m a newish subscriber and have started going through the videos with you and Anthony (YT suggested the one around owning a record store, and I’ve been hooked ever since haha).
    All the best.
    Ed

    • @BrendonSnyder
      @BrendonSnyder  7 місяців тому

      Exactly! And both influenced the albums too much for my tastes. But Steve Brown co-wrote, played and did leads as well as producing. Bob Ezrin only produced Destroyer so it’s not really a proper example. I like it better when only Ace is driving the sound.

  • @PhotographyInFlight4183
    @PhotographyInFlight4183 Місяць тому

    A little late to the party,but, exciting stuff when the new system comes home. Enjoy.

  • @sacriste
    @sacriste 11 місяців тому +1

    Congrats on your new system, Brendon. You can´t go wrong with NAD. You are a true music lover not audiophile, just like me, but that doesn't mean we don't appreciate great sound, without getting obsessed with multiple layers and microscopic detail that not even the original engineers and producers knew where there with their old Yamaha monitors, LOL. Enjoy the music, Brendon. By the way, Pink Floyd is standard auditioning stuff but Poison? Yeah, I always thought it sounds amazing, way to go. I hope you make a video about playing your music on the new system, the experience, especially with the streamer which is the newest thing here.

  • @PopPop_2
    @PopPop_2 11 місяців тому +3

    Good luck with that setup. I have no luck with cd players. There's two Technics and one Tascam cd A580 in my basement that skip. And I returned an Onkyo and another brand before getting a Yamaha model that hasn't given me any problems yet. Companies just don't make things like they used to, be we seem to be saying that about everything!

    • @BrendonSnyder
      @BrendonSnyder  11 місяців тому +2

      No they sure don’t! That has been my issue too. Past units have stopped working after 8 months to a year. I got tired of buying new systems yearly. Even with this new component system the longest warranty I could get was 2 years. That said, if the CD player breaks I don’t have to replace the whole thing like before with a shelf system. And hopefully NAD is higher quality and better made to last a bit longer.

    • @arize84
      @arize84 11 місяців тому +1

      That's really frustrating. You picked up some quality kit, and I think your experience will be much improved.

    • @izitsomojo
      @izitsomojo 11 місяців тому +1

      See my comment above. I also have a good old Yamaha 20x Disc player. So far no problems, not sure how old it is, had it awhile. Only the hatch opening door is faulty (compacted rubber pads most likely), but i get around it. Most guys here would probably kill for this unit, i never gave it much thought. Rare?

  • @linnemeyerhere
    @linnemeyerhere 11 місяців тому +1

    Next phase two will be to order a pair of the smaller REL subwoofers and the system will take a huge jump in imaging and overall balance !

  • @80085word69
    @80085word69 11 місяців тому +5

    Hope you didn’t miss the cd player remote that was inside the styrofoam packaging !

    • @Blade4127
      @Blade4127 11 місяців тому +1

      I thought the same thing!

    • @michaelsk87
      @michaelsk87 11 місяців тому

      Double check the Styrofoam!!!! 😮

  • @michaelt2469
    @michaelt2469 11 місяців тому

    Nice. I have purchased stuff in the past at Audio Connection. Now you need a good turntable as well!!!

  • @carltwidle9046
    @carltwidle9046 11 місяців тому

    I bought these wonderful Edifer brand speakers a couple of years ago. They are perfect in connection with my Sony cd player.

  • @sidvicious3129
    @sidvicious3129 11 місяців тому

    Nice job here, it always great to get new toys!!!

  • @devonmoors
    @devonmoors 11 місяців тому

    Long time ago I bought new separates,H H Scott and Luxman gear..still making great music to my ears!

  • @amb3cog
    @amb3cog 11 місяців тому +1

    That guy did you right on everything IMHO. I’m big into audio myself, and have a huge collection of gear. I’m the type that likes to learn everything about whatever it is I’m into. And because I’m frugal. I do it all myself. No dealers, because they cost more.
    And I really want to know how everything works myself anyways. He made you cables exactly the way I do it myself. He sold you great components too. You really couldn’t have done any better on your own, or anywhere else.
    That amp is about the only class AB amp (all others are class D) that NAD still makes, and is considered by many to be a reference for that level of gear. Including The Audiophiliac himself. Steve Guttenburg. Who is one of the best known reviewers of HiFi gear in UA-cam.
    The “BEE” in the name stands for Bjørn Erik Edvardsen. He’s the engineer that designed the unique design that NAD uses. AKA “Powerdrive”. This means that although your amp is only rated for 40 watts RMS.
    It has much more headroom than other amps that don’t have that. So it will peak at 100 watts. Where as a regular 40 watt amp might peak at 50 watts, or so. And will sound like a more powerful amp to you, because it basically is.
    Your speakers are from Fyne, and that company was started by engineers from Tannoy a few years ago. Which I’m 99% sure is the oldest loud speaker company that’s still in business. They make some Uber high end stuff too. And also have a unique design to them. They’re famous for their Dual Concentric Compression Technology.
    Which is a fancy way of saying coaxial drivers that have a compression/horn type tweeter in the middle of the woofer. And even their vintage stuff goes for big dollars. And it’s still considered by many to be top notch, even when compared to current technology.
    And Fyne itself has gotten many rave reviews, and also makes some really high end speakers themselves. So they should be a decent, if not great match for the amp.
    And while I don’t know much about your CD player. I’m sure it’s a good sounding one. And since you mentioned it was light. I recommend trying to put some weight on it. To get rid of any resonances caused by the thin metal, and the spinning platter.
    A brick, and a bowl of sand/lead shot. That sort of thing. Just not too heavy. Think 5 pounds, or so. And the steamer you bought. Is actually like the 3rd iteration on that unit. And probably the best selling streamer today.
    The great part of that is the software, and the performance per dollar. It’s designed for a music lover like yourself, and not for Uber transparency. Or for serious HiFi either. IOW it’s not a clinical sounding piece. And sounds really good to the majority of people.
    As for the stands. I would be careful on that one. You say you listen on the floor. If that’s so. You don’t want them too high either. You’ve got bear in mind that speakers usually gain bass when near any boundary (floor, wall, ceiling).
    So while getting them up, and out in the room will make them sound clearer, and more open. It will also reduce what little bass you have with them. Also speakers are designed to be listened to at ear level. Not above, nor below. So here’s my recommendation.
    Start by figuring out where you want them placed. And set up something to get them there. Using whatever you can. A stack of books maybe? Or CD cases even. Just temporarily, to listen.
    Then go ahead and experiment with them. Moving them, up, down, left, right, and toeing them in/out will all change the sound. Find the best sound you can. Then go get whatever will get them there. But remember that even a wide stand will make the bass stronger, as it will act as a boundary.
    So find something with a bass about get same dimensions as the bottom/top of the speakers. And what’s below that base shouldn’t be too big either. Think normal speaker stand type shape.
    And just so you’re aware. There is a future upgrade path in the form of a standalone DAC (digital to analog converter). They make some in your price range that will vastly improve the sound of both the CD player (assuming it has a digital output), and your streamer. Look up “Topping E70 Velvet” to get an idea of a nice one in your range.
    Either way. You’ve done great. That guy was great that you bought it from. And you should get years of enjoyment from your investment. Enjoy the music. ✌️

    • @BrendonSnyder
      @BrendonSnyder  11 місяців тому +1

      Thanks for your very detailed and informative explanation as well as tips for my audio system. I appreciate you sharing your wealth of audio equipment knowledge with me!

    • @amb3cog
      @amb3cog 11 місяців тому

      @@BrendonSnyder No problem my friend. Have fun. ✌️

    • @rabarebra
      @rabarebra 6 місяців тому

      @@BrendonSnyder You don't need to put any weight on the CD player. The CD player is digital. The DA converter will have no influence on this type of snake-oil tip. 😂

  • @davidhalliday7776
    @davidhalliday7776 11 місяців тому +1

    Great choices on you equipment! They did you well.
    NAD is fantastic.
    BlueSound Node is also great.
    I dont know about the speakers but probably also great. I would have probably paired KEF LS50's with it but probably above your budget.
    You will certainly want some stands as you say.
    I would look at one of the streaming services that do lossless CD quality. I use the middle ($10) tier of Tidal and it is great but other services also now exist that do CD quality lossless.
    Roon is also worth a look. It is not a streaming service (it pairs with Tidal for that) but a music management system that I love but it is very much for people that play a lot of varied music and/or have a decent sized library of ripped CDs. (I ripped all mine to FLAC decades ago).

  • @WallofGain
    @WallofGain 7 місяців тому

    Hi Brendon, Rob here from Ireland 🇮🇪. I visited manhattan last month and I used your recommendation to visit book off. I ended up buying 26 cds including some very rare finds that I could not source on the shelves in Ireland including albums by Rush, Boston and Foreigner. I am really enjoying your channel, so keep up the great work. 👍 I have a quick non-music related question - How do you sit on the floor like that and is it comfortable? I have tried it, and my legs just won’t fold that way, 😂 but it looks very comfortable. Thanks again. Rob.

  • @michaelsk87
    @michaelsk87 11 місяців тому

    Guess what?, Now you are going to have to listen to 12,000+ cd’s all over again, cause now they are going to sound so much better, congrats!!!!!

  • @6643bear
    @6643bear 11 місяців тому

    Hi, great interesting video, your old denon system is really good as it's small you can have in bedroom or another room. Great set up what you bought hope your are pleased with it. Regards mark

  • @lazmotron
    @lazmotron 11 місяців тому

    Nice Video! Nice System. Have to check out your channel

  • @VinceWatches
    @VinceWatches 11 місяців тому

    Fyne is a good choice and superb value

  • @BillyDrummondDrums
    @BillyDrummondDrums 11 місяців тому

    My home away from home @Audio Connection. Get those speakers on stands and spread apart 7-8 feet and watch them disappear! They’re made by former Tannoy engineers and they know how to build excellent speakers!

  • @AudioGuyBrian
    @AudioGuyBrian 11 місяців тому +1

    Wow. That back room had the shelf full of tiny computer speakers. Stereo stores sure do blow chunks compared to the days of the 80's and 90's.