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VPI Scout Vibration Conquered with Home Brew Tweak
Thanks for the tip on the napkin/rings. I do have some real fancy that I got from Pier 1 Imports, but I had never thought of using them before. They will look much better than the ash trays. I forget to mention in my home brewed tweak that the ply... 
Opinion on Turntables- MM and MC cartridges
Thank you for your response. It seems as if the tonearm have a lot to do with the total performance of the system. My system consist of the following:McIntosh MC 402 amp, McIntosh C2200 preamp, VPI Scout turntable with the standard JMW-9 tonearm, ... 
Mono Block tube amp or Stereo Tube amplifier?
Larry,I already have a preamp and a solid state amp (McIntosh C2200 and MC402 respectively), and I see the the Onix SP3 is an integrated amp, therefore I would not need it. Can you recommend another Tube amplifier in the Onix price range? 
Mono Block tube amp or Stereo Tube amplifier?
I am using Legacy Audio Focus 20/20 speakers, and I have McIntosh C2200 Preamp, McIntosh MC402 amp, McIntosh CD player, and VPI Scout turntable. I am considering Bi-Amping, with tubes driving the Mid/High, and the MC402 driving the woofers. So tha... 
Why do no audio enthusiasts use McIntosh?
I am considering taking the plunge and try out a Tube amplifier in my system. I have a McIntosh MC402 amplifier, C2200 preamp, MCD201 CD player, and Legacy Audio Focus 20/20 speakers. I am considering Bi-amping. Using a tube amplifier to drive the... 
Totem's "Hawk" and "Forrest":How Hi-End Are They?
I have a pair of the Hawk and I am enjoying every penny out of my $2000 spent for it. I do not listen to high volume sound so I don't think I will damage it with my 120 watts/ch Rotel 1075. I auditioned the Hawk twice, and the sacond time I walked...