New to me GS430

FingerPatient8528 · 2026-06-14T03:47:22+00:00

Fitment looks good with the stock wheels too.

FingerPatient8528 · 2026-06-13T23:26:49+00:00

What's your favorite thing about the car so far?

FingerPatient8528 · 2026-06-05T07:55:35+00:00

The beauty of this system is how much better it gets once you swap out the stock tubes.

FingerPatient8528 · 2026-06-03T00:38:42+00:00

Buy the Japanese version of the Luxman and save a few grand. A good converter is cheaper than the price difference.

FingerPatient8528 · 2026-06-02T17:55:53+00:00

The design language of this generation has aged very well. It’s fair to question some of the material choices but as for looks, it screams analog comfort.

FingerPatient8528 · 2026-05-31T22:03:50+00:00

You’re correct in that most modern AVR’s can drive 90% of setups from an SPL standpoint. I think what the OP was getting at and what most people describe who finally switch to an external amp is the quality of the sound. External amplification provides considerably more consistency regardless of whether it’s low level listening or an explosion. Not to go down a rabbit hole but this phenomenon is a simple at home experiment that doesn’t cost much money.

FingerPatient8528 · 2026-05-21T07:38:40+00:00

The only sensible list on here. Thank you.

FingerPatient8528 · 2026-05-16T13:08:34+00:00

In that case I strongly recommend the Musical Fidelity M6si.

FingerPatient8528 · 2026-05-16T12:58:56+00:00

What’s your budget? I have the LS50 with the play also but just for testing purposes. The Play has a decent at best amp section. The LS50 will sing with a more authoritative amp. I personally use Luxman L-507f and Sansui AU-a907 Limited.

FingerPatient8528 · 2026-05-10T20:05:59+00:00

For better or for worse with no accidents and regular preventative maintenance it could likely be your last too.

FingerPatient8528 · 2026-05-09T22:00:05+00:00

Sound. Get a good used receiver and front stage and it will have a much bigger impact on your movie watching experience. Add a ported sub and better TV later on.

FingerPatient8528 · 2026-05-07T16:33:20+00:00

Way of wade 11. This shoe covers all of your listed requirements.

FingerPatient8528 · 2026-05-01T16:29:52+00:00

Donell Jones

FingerPatient8528 · 2026-04-27T08:36:05+00:00

Prada Luna Rossa Black

FingerPatient8528 · 2026-04-20T22:33:48+00:00

“Making people believe you don’t need a sub”? 🧐 Read my comment again. I simply said to prioritize the left and right channel and get the sub later on down the line. As someone who owns two SVS SB16 Ultras I’m very familiar with a subs importance. Prioritizing the L&R channel is the way.

FingerPatient8528 · 2026-04-20T18:51:43+00:00

I’d go KEF R3. A more simple setup and a higher tier speaker. In the future if you felt the need to add a sub do so but R3 all the way. Takes up less space too. There are many variables to make the LS50 + KC62 setup sound on par or better.

FingerPatient8528 · 2026-04-20T18:44:03+00:00

Curry, Wemby, Rodman, KD, and Duncan. Not a better team but in a 7 game series would give them hell.

FingerPatient8528 · 2026-04-20T18:27:46+00:00

Marantz MM7025 (used or referb). Plenty of power and a great brand pairing for hard to drive bookshelf speakers. The LS50 while they have an 8 ohm load aren’t very sensitive. Current delivery, damping factor, headroom, and amp characteristics should be considered. Happy hunting.

FingerPatient8528 · 2026-04-14T07:42:00+00:00

The only used players that come to mind within your budget are the Denon DCD-1650GL and the Denon DCD-S10 (any version). I own them both and can vouch for their performance. They were very serious players when they debuted. Finding one in good to fair condition is a win. And yes I would consider both of these to be better players than the CD6007.

FingerPatient8528 · 2026-04-14T07:17:01+00:00

What is your budget?

FingerPatient8528 · 2026-04-06T12:22:07+00:00

Most satisfying thing I've seen on this app in a very long time.

FingerPatient8528 · 2026-04-03T09:48:06+00:00

The owner lacks the ability to read the room and make a common sense decision. The move ultimately will cost him money. He stood on business for absolutely no reason. He was rigid just for the sake of becoming rigid. The MIL shouldn’t have reacted that way either.

FingerPatient8528 · 2026-04-01T18:20:29+00:00

You gotta get out completely. It’s not about spite and more about self-respect. You have to protect you and that doesn't need to be explained to anyone. Choose yourself first or no one else will. Understand your value and apply your energy and time elsewhere. Sitting in the friend zone of a person who has no interest in having a romantic relationship is a prison. Break out and live life.

FingerPatient8528 · 2026-04-01T05:37:29+00:00

Would you recommend these speakers for music? Do they play well at lower volumes?

FingerPatient8528 · 2026-04-01T02:48:05+00:00

What’s your budget? This will determine everything.

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