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Review: TRL, Inc. Dude & Samson Tube preamp
Nice review Bug.It is gratifying to have all the hard work finally pay off sonically.You are right about the Samsons. They provide a window into the music due to their dynamic, uncompressed neutrality but without the mechanical glare of so much SS... 
Here comes the Dude. What to expect?
So Jason, no need for that Charlotte demo? lol. Good decision....keep me posted.... 
Tripoint Spartan
Rtn1, I agree. People often lose a balanced approach, and SOTA power components are the first to be overlooked even though they may contribute more than any other piece. Tbg, you have some fairly expensive gear. The Troy is not that outlandish.... 
Review: TRL, Inc. GT-200 Tube amp
Congrats again Booboo. It's a bonus that they look spectacular as well. Well done. I am honestly surprised more folks don't own these things as they seem to be able to jettison the hapless phile off of the evil merry-go-round! 
Review: Tube Research Labs Dude Tube preamp
Let us know Bug. Very sweet. I am envious..... 
Here comes the Dude. What to expect?
C5vette, that is sweet. That beast will take a while to break in due to the cap sizes involved. You are in for a treat. The new chassis looks stellar...keep us posted.... 
Review: Tube Research Labs Dude Tube preamp
Johnsonwu, does that apply to Sophia? Do you want to elaborate on your experiences? 
Review: Tube Research Labs Dude Tube preamp
We demand picks of your new Dude when it arrives! 
Here comes the Dude. What to expect?
I would give the Dude a whirl (or at least try to hear one).... 
Review: Tube Research Labs Dude Tube preamp
Has anyone tried the Sophias yet? 
Review: Tube Research Labs Dude Tube preamp
I seriously doubt that 6SN7s will be replaced.... 
Here comes the Dude. What to expect?
Tuongsy, it could sound very good, but there is only one way to find out. I was interested in the Clarity MRs and Mundorf Supremes and eventually decided on 22 uF supremes in the output stage. Give it a try and let us know. Another friend uses the... 
Stillpoint component stand with Verity Parsifals
Not cheap indeed. I presume they are a step up from the component stands which are starting to appear for sale on Audgion? 
Stillpoint component stand with Verity Parsifals
I have used Stillpoints on and off and can also confirm their efficacy. What is the price tag on the Ultras? 
Sonic impressions of Axpona 2011
I presume not many people made it to the show, at least ones who want to talk about sonics....I have a few more impressions to add:Da Vinci dac: new dac from a company called Light Harmonics made its debut at Axpona. It is an asynchronous dac that...