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Nordost Heimdall XLR interconnect break-in time
I have the NORDOST XLR FREYs with about 100 hours on them, and the cables are still not yet broken in.my guess: 300 hrs appears about right 
A reasonable step up from Rega Saturn CD player?
Bryston, DENSEN or Sim Audio.....I bought the REGA ISIS Valve and all made my short list that I auditioned (my buddy has the BRYSTON in his kit) 
Best speaker for under 2gs
here's a wildcard: TANNOYs with dual concentric drivers (pick your model)....buy them usedA below the radar kit that will stun you as much as it stunned me enough to buy them for my B system 
Which Integrated amps should I audition?
08-13-12: RyderIt would be wise to determine the new mini-monitors first then only the amp to match, AMEN .... perfect reply with an added caveat to also tailor/match the source 
Totem speakers and others that I should consider?
SLEEPLESS nailed it.I've personally had ARROS and FORESTS. In either case they need hi-current and high wattage amps to drive them fully: TOTEMS are all power hungry. From my experiences I had to bi-amp them to perform best.THE POINT: No, I do not... 
Best Two-Way Monitor Speakers under $700 New/Used
Tannoy revolution DC-6 MONITORS; espresso finishtheir performance was stunning and I bought them for my B system.Their dual concentric driver configuration creates something special that needs to be experienced personally.Check out the reviews and... 
Cable to emphasize midrange in Totem
I've had Totem Arros and Totem Forests including evolving to a bi-amped systemwhat worked best for me** entry level: non-biamped: CHORD Rumour and CHORD Odyssey** upscale level Bi-amped: (ergo also bi-wired): TOTEM TRESS for HF and ATLAS ASCENT 3.... 
Cable to emphasize midrange in Totem
I've had Totem Arros and Totem Forests including evolving to a bi-amped systemwhat worked best for me** entry level: non-biamped: CHORD Rumour and CHORD Odyssey** upscale level Bi-amped: (ergo also bi-wired): TOTEM TRESS for HF and ATLAS ASCENT 3.... 
"BEST USED" CD player or players at about $1000
REGA SaturnREGA Apollo 
Cable interfacing issues w/ CD player Need help
Impossible for any 3rd party to conclude, but, IMO the change in CDP ranks as a more likely culprit.Your comment below suggests this: " .... Before getting the new player, the Rega Apollo sounded good with the less expensive speaker cable, which I... 
Speakers for Rega Brio R and/or Nad 326bee
REGA R1s with REGA kit .... Cannot beat that synergy 
Totem Arro vs Silverline Prelude vs Salk Songtower
Not to be a naysayer because I do like the Arros; HOWEVER.... did you actually audition the Totem Arros with the Peachtree Nova amp, or did you hear them hooked up to other kit?Why do I ask? There is a plethora of posts on Audiogon about Totem spe... 
Best In Wall for 2.1 setup?
Martin Logan Passage 
Ultimate Cables no more?
Manitunc:I have any or all of four of his power cables available to sell to you if you are interested. I'm in Toronto.I bought them directly from UC about 2 years ago: used three are the "standard" 1 meter length in my "B" syaytem just sold; and o... 
Your ONE all time favorite love song?
Never my love ......The Association2nd most air played tune of all time