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Opinions on deHavilland Mercury 2
I was the one who tried it, and have stated again and again, i think it might have been a mismatch with my Berning ZH270 amp. Based on how well the thing was put together, and how good Kara and company are, I am not in the least bit suprised (and ... 
Best tube pre-amp below US $ 10.000,00 ?
I tried the Mercury 2 (and sent it right back), and if you are referring to me having tin ears, well - you know what you can do with your shill sales post.... 
You might be an audiophile if...
Boa2 - that would definitely get me going.... 
You might be an audiophile if...
YMBAAI: 1) your on-going discussion about the glass table in the listening room with the wife eventually leads to an accidental hammer falling out of you pocket (onto it) as you were walking through the room to go fix something else.. 2) You cance... 
HRS Isolation base
I agree 100%, they are outstanding on front end gear! 
System Pictures - Should Owner be there too?
I can vouche for Sonofnorway, Jafox, Drubin, Usblues, Jadem6, Highendmmoe, Copperbop - who I've all done in-person transactions with...I am happy to report that 100% of them had opposable thumbs, and only 2-3 prehensile tails in the lot. 
About Lugnut -- Patrick Malone
Forget about Lance - Go Patrick! 
EMM DCC2 vs Hi End Preamps
Gladstone - WHere di you buy your Messenger? 
What can you tell me about First Sound pre-amps?
Analogbass - which incarnation of the CAT were you comparing to which FS preamp? 
Attention Verity Audio Parsifal/Fidelio Owners
Full retail for each component stand is $795. As with all audio, there are always deals to be had for serious/motivated buyers, so you may not end up paying full retail. Also they offer a trial period in which if not satisfied, you can return them... 
About Lugnut -- Patrick Malone
Our thoughts and prayers are most definitely with you! 
What can you tell me about First Sound pre-amps?
Analogbass, I am assuming you meant the FS has "strong dynamics and a stark, very clear sound that cuts through...", right? Im going nuts waiitng for my new SL-1 to arrive. I also had the Presence Deluixe whch was really wonderful (I miss it), but... 
Attention Verity Audio Parsifal/Fidelio Owners
Thanks sirspeedy. We all have our bad moments, and I appreciate your willingness to move on! I also have heard about the symposium shelves, I am sure they are quite good, as you experienced. As I said in my original post - DUH! of course isolating... 
Attention Verity Audio Parsifal/Fidelio Owners
Hi Dan - I used the component stand. 
Which Pre-amp for Berning amp & Magnepan Tympan 1D
Hhhh, price point is a bit limiting. I know used First Sound and Joule Electra LA MKIII go for ~$1400, so a bit more than you're wanting to spend..... Hmm, im struggling here for under $1K.