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In Reply to: re: Low market demand for mono integrateds... I'm familiar with that posted by Byrd69 on November 11, 2015 at 19:45:51
and find that stereo really did supplant mono half a century ago. You're talking about a truly niche target buyer who values nostalgia over sonic performance.
You've already observed how much stuff you have that you never listen to...
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I agree that it is a niche market, but nowadays, so is stereo! So it is a niche within a niche. Nonetheless, if you go to the Vinyl Asylum, you will see a lot of interest in mono (me included). You can spend many thousands of dollars on mono cartridges, and their are quite a few to choose from, both classic and new. There is quite a debate going on whether you need a mono cartage to fully realize "glorious mono" or will a mono switch/rewired cartridge give you the same performance.
There is a huge body of great music in mono, and there are still many people who desire to play it at its, best. I currently have a Brocener preamp, Bogen integrated amp, Dynaco Mark II and a Jensen speaker, all intended for mono use. I recently picked up a Garrard Type A, which is stereo, but will serve as a mono table. Remember what happened to Vinyl!
Dave
I agree that it is a niche market, but nowadays, so is stereo!
Last time I checked, iTunes offered ~ twenty six million stereo recordings. :)
If you call it stereo when listening to you phone trough earbuds. Technically it is, but...
Dave
that the stereo market is alive and well for millennials, too. It's not just about us old guys. :)
I listen to music with my iPhone, but use lossless content converted from CDs/high rez downloads.
As for earbuds, Shure SE535s do a pretty good job!
At 5-bills I would expect the Shure ear buds to be good. I generally like their products. Unfortunately, the DC subway is a little too dangerous for me to be listening to music, oblivious to my surroundings. Plus having an IPhone out is advertising that you have something of value to take, so I really don't have a place to listen. I have my stereo a home, where I do all of my listening. I have a great pair of Sennheiser HD-555 headphones, which I really like, but I still prefer listening to speakers. The Sennheisers do come in handy when I need to be quiet!
Dave
Unfortunately, the DC subway is a little too dangerous for me to be listening to music, oblivious to my surroundings
I feel the same way while running. I use them while on the lawn tractor, traveling by air or in the bedroom.
I have a great pair of Sennheiser HD-555 headphones, which I really like, but I still prefer listening to speakers.
Lots of folks like that brand.
I feel the same way about running, but when I flew to China a few month ago, I really could have used some music!
Dave
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