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noob DAC question
All cd players have a built in dac to generate an analog output. Some cd players allow you to bypass the dac and use the cd player as a transport to feed an outboard dac. If there is no dac involved you will not get any soundAlan 
Polling MagnePan Users - Using a SubWoofer?
I used to use a Final 3000 sub with my 3.6's but since I got my Berning ZH-270 amps I have no need for a subAlan 
A strange phenomenon
Maybe after a few hours of listening you just get tired or bored. Your mental state could definetly affect your perception of the soundAlan 
RMAF 2013 - An Exhibitors perspective.
I spoke to Kevin Hayes of VAC and he said that RMAF generates no new business for them. He is thinking of the Munich show next year even though that would be a major hassleAlan 
RMAF 2013 - An Exhibitors perspective.
I was at the show and had a wonderful time. I don't thinkus consumers realize how much work goes into it for vendors. Thanks for this explanation of what you guys go thru. Hope to see you next yearA greatful consumerAlan 
place in Chicago to re-tube my Capitole CDP?
Try Holm AudioAlan 
Tube Amps and Friendly Speakers - Back Impedance
When I have had tube amps with various impedance taps I simply tried the speaker on each tap. I then went with the tap that sounded best to me. It really varied from speaker tot speaker. If I had two speakers rated at 8 ohms one might be best on t... 
Critique my system...
Get rid of the Monster stuff. If you don't want to spend a lot on cables get some of the Clear Day cables. Also a tube preamp would warm up your systemAlan 
Rega Saturn or Sony XA5400: Sound or features?
I have the Sony and like it a lot. As far as I know it does not decode HDCD discs. Never heard the Rega 
How does one "Get lost in the music"?
This is a common problem for audiophiles. We focus so much on the sound of our systems that we stop listening to the music. Pick out some crappy sounding cd's and listen all the way through. Keep doing that until you start getting some enjoyment f... 
Tried a Bryston 4B with Maggies
Isn't it 400w into 4 ohms? How could power be lacking? You may not like the sound but surely it is not a power issue. I use Berning ZH-270 amps with my 3.6's and they are only 100w into 4 ohms and I have plenty of power.Alan 
$9000 speaker Orangutan or speaker + amplifier
I am always in favor of getting the speaker you like most and worry later about electronics.I would get the DEVores.Alan 
Best Speakers You Have Ever Heard In Your Home
Maggie 3.6Alan 
Amp recommendation for Klipsch Heresy
How about a reconditioned stereo 70. They pop up here all the timeAlan 
Want to replace my speaker cables
Which Nordost cables do you have. They have a lot of new cables that you might like better than what you haveAlan