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Hidden Gems in Classic Rock Albums
ABRAXAS , by Santana    https://youtu.be/9m9wwP4LNOQ    
The best speaker cables you’ve had
@whipsaw +1 (emphasis added)  
Speaker Cables - Long Run
A couple of comments…. (1);Bi-wires are a mixed bag approach. I understand that VANDERSTEEN recommends them. Fine….So does REFERENCE 3a in their manual. BUT ….when I asked their Prez directly about his recommendations for a bi-wire cable choice,... 
Speaker Recommendations: Corner Placement
TANNOY AUTOGRAPH ( the “original”  for large rooms, the “Mini” is for small rooms) https://www.dealhomeaudio.com/shop/tannoy-autograph-monitor-red-15/ http://truefi.blogspot.com/2013/05/the-tannoy-autograph-i-first-impression.html  
Demise of bass quality in Main speakers
+1 @carlsbad2 Ignoring the basic physics that a larger driver can go deeper, quality crisp bass slam and dynamics in bass reproduction has minimal to do with driver size. Rather it’s about the speed of the driver. Until you foray into top qual... 
The best speaker cables you’ve had
OWNED: CARDAS CLEAR, CARDAS CLEAR REFLECTION HEARD: NORDOST ODIN  
AES/EBU cable shootout
@ghdprentice   Yep …. There is a reason why many audio fest exhibitors select NORDOST ODIN as their primary go-to choice of cable for their stratospheric highs and resolution , , along with CARDAS CLEAR BEYOND / CLEAR for those who prefer a sli... 
Thoughts on Gustard X26 Pro
YouTube X26 pro reviews. There are several, …here is just one sampler https://youtu.be/KJ0_TgB3myw This review of the R26 model as a further upgrade is interesting https://youtu.be/c_YWaOc7nhU            
Giving in to my weaknesses
It’s not mid fi ,..it’s hi fi ….here’s my choice for am integrated amp at a best of breed  performance vs price matrix comparison  EXPOSURE 3510   https://hometheaterhifi.com/reviews/amplifier/integrated-amplifiers/exposure-3510-integrated-ampl... 
Giving in to my weaknesses
I’ve been in this crazy hobby for 50:years, so I can sympathize with your position. I suggest you visit your local high-end bricks and mortar dealer for a series of auditions within your undefined - to -day budget….I think you will be quite pleas... 
Hifi beginer need help with speaker and sub cables
Ignoring the issue of (i) budget limitations and (ii) unknown performance limitations and warts in your bespoke audio listening environment…,and (iii) unknown familiarity with your system’s strengths, warts, and bespoke sonic signature …. it’s... 
Why a dearth of some brands on the used market?
LARSEN 9 speakers the reviews are intriguing but have only a very limited NA  distribution and availability for this Swedish design and build floorstander . based on the tech news and reviews , they may be a potential fix for crummy room issues ... 
Nordost Frey2 vs Tyr2
If you are still open to further cable auditions, I would recommend each of the following as solid contenders and no pretenders. AUDIENCE Au24X AUDITORIUM 23 LFD HYBRID back to your OP: FREY2 vs TYR2? Ignoring the main differentiator of Ag ... 
Nordost Frey2 vs Tyr2
@swede58   Hey…. If they work for you based on a hands-on audition, then you are all good to go. At least you are not buying them blind and just hoping for a positive upgrades That “ brightness” and “digital edge “ in digital files that needed... 
Nordost Frey2 vs Tyr2
@swede58 The Ag-over-Cu coated NORDOST FREYs were fine with my prior speakers, but when I moved to my current HARBETHs, they didn’t work like before . An irritating “brightness” and “digital edge” was now present …so . I’ve since moved up to an ...