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An integrated bargain?
Trilogy Audio Systems "921 Integrated amplifier". (< $8K). On the subject of "Giant Killers", this is the best value integrated amp I've heard in many years. Will easily put it's musical prowess solidly in the $ 15-20K range. based upon musica... 
High end bookshelf speakers for Small room
Wilson Benesch Endeavour. Exquisite detail, flexibility, & musicality. True reference performance when paired with reference grade electronics and will work in small rooms as well as large rooms.  
More 845 tubes
Gentlemen:Has anyone now had a chance to sum up the 845Z Tubes? 
Manley Snapper vs Neo-Classic 250
Disclosure: We are an authorized Manley Labs Dealer.Just thought I'd chime in on the discussion to add a consideration. The Neo-Classic 250s are clearly wonderful amps and will provide more than enough power for all but the most difficult loads. T... 
best "bookshelf" speakers for nearfield listening
I hesitate to dabble in "The Best" discussions as I typically prefer to address individual applications and tastes, however, you owe it to yourself to add Neat Acoustics to your research/audition list. If you like the Totem, you'll love the Neats.... 
Manley Chinook
Disclosure: We are a full line, five year tenured, Manley Laboratories Retail Dealer.We carry a considerable number of phono amplifiers ranging in price from $145 to well over $20K and can say that this may be one the nicest values to come along i... 
Proac ReferTablette 8 Sig or Totem Model 1 Sig ?
Full Disclosure: I am Retail DealerBoth great loudspeakers, but at the risk of being off subject (and a bit subjective) a well matched and great alternative contender to also consider is Neat Acoustics "Petite SX". Many similarities but with bette... 
Neat Ultimatum MFS vs Totem Mani 2
Neat Acoustics has made a return to the USA after nearly five years, debuting their new Ultimatum line at CES 2012. The new importer/distributer is High Fidelity Services at www.hifiservices.com. 
Burmester B30 and 951 MK3
Hello Wayne:I am sorry for the delay in getting back to you. Interestingly enough, I was at RMAF, in great part co-marketing Burmester's new 100 Phono Preamp for the show. You would be interested to know that the Top Line system was in play with t... 
Burmester B30 and 951 MK3
Hello:First, I would like to disclose that I am an authorized Burmester dealer and have been for some time.Your question is a good one. While the price points of the 961 MK3 and the B30 are relatively close, the speakers actually have quite differ... 
2010 RMAF Analog Reports + Meet and Greet
RE, RE: Burmester Phono 100 Debut at RMAF 2010I'd like to thank the multiple inquirers that I have received emails from already. It occurred to me that I did not list my company name in my above thread disclosure.BTW: Burmester USA will be in Room... 
2010 RMAF Analog Reports + Meet and Greet
RE: New and Debuting Analog ComponentsBurmester USA will be deputing Burmester's new Model 100 Phono Stage as part of their Top Line System. (The Table/Cartridge combo to be used remains TBD at this time.)This is Burmester's first return to analog... 
Is high end Power Conditioners worth the extra $$$
Concerning my above post, I perhaps neglected to list the most important criteria in determining what to buy or whether to spend upgrade $$$s.BUDGET!Thanks, 
Power Conditioning: How Do You Know You Need It?
For what it is worth, see my post earlier today on the thread entitled:"Is high end Power Conditioners worth the extra $$$"Thanks, 
Is high end Power Conditioners worth the extra $$$
Detanclim:Let me first say that I am a retail dealer.Power conditioners, cables, and tweaks have always been of great interest and curiosity to me and a bit of an obsession. Consequently, I thoroughly A/B test and use a number of well known condit...