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Who says studio monitors are "cold and analytical"?
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Who says studio monitors are "cold and analytical"?
“Mastering studios are where you are more likely than not to find these audiophile type speakers such as TAD, B&W etc” Fair comment Kenjit ……..  I use a pair of Geithain RL901K actives, in my 3rd year with these, replaced Tannoy Legacy Arden... 
What ever happened to Mark Levenson?
This is one of the best links to ML's early story.I seem to remember reading some years ago that he was forced out of the original Mark Levinson co due to incompatabilities with the board and in the process had leave his 'name' behind and was not ... 
Why are Ayon tube amps not mentioned very often?
Usually good deals to be had with Ayon.Correct voltage for your country is paramount so careful with so called ‘grey imports’. I ran an Ayon Triton III (4th Gen) bought new from UK dist. so a 240v model in 2018. I found Ayon in Austria and UK very... 
Do active speakers interest you? Also, let's talk directivity
I could live with all sorts of different esoteric passive or active set ups, and have done over nearly fifty years of box swapping to experiment and aiming to hear the music better.A rough chronology is.........Quad, Tannoy, Garrard 401Naim 32.5-5... 
Thales Slim / Compact, Battery Powered
Depends how you use it of course, had my TTT Slim II for 2.5 yrs.No problems with battery charging, I generally leave on charge for the full top up which goes for a month with my useage. I was a little obsessive at first, topping it up after every... 
looking for a Integrated amp $6,000 range
Not sure if your preference is for SS or Valves but I can certainly recommend a used or discounted Ayon Triton III with its 8x KT150’s and Triode/Pentode options.Amazing tech and build quality, maybe check the manual out online for an insight.I’ve... 
Phonostage recommendations under $3K
RCM Sensor 2 would be a good addition to your list.https://parttimeaudiophile.com/2020/10/18/rcm-sensor-2-mkii-phono-preamplifier-review/ 
Moving to France
Sell your gear before you go and buy Lavardin when you get there. 
What tube amp for Harbeth 40.1
Ayon Triton III Integrated worked well with Harbeth SHL5 +, triode or pentode options. 
Who, do you think, designs the best looking tube-based devices?
My Ayon Triton III is a feast for my eyes at least.Engström produces some drop dead gorgeous gear and Canary Audio none too shabby.I love the aura of Kondo also. 
Escalante Fremont II
Never too late to talk about Escalante Fremonts teecee1234, enjoyed your post thanks, keeping the legends alive! 
Contemplating DEVORE SPEAKERS (and others)....LONG audition report of many speakers
which? the DeVore's or the Joseph's? 
Metrum Dac owners
Very interesting thread for a DAC newbie. I did own a Hegel 360 amp for a couple of yrs but never really took advantage of its Dac section, I might have plugged in my laptop a couple of times but no real motivation to divert from Vinyl/CD. I've ha... 
High resolution digital is dead. The best DAC's killed it.
Would DAB radio output be improved by a DAC?