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ARC Ref 75's as monoblocks?
(((ARC Ref 75 amps as monoblocks? )))Joe Running one channel of each Ref 75 would allow the power supply to isolate, have less saturation on demanding peaks. A significant advantage with faster recovery.      
Rogue Audio vs Vincent Audio
Why not ask your local dealer to pop the made in USA Rogue Sphinx home for a bit. This should help you make an easier decision. while supporting your, local dealer, that opened your awareness and ears in the first place.  
Calling all Vandersteen Fans
I would say that each speaker 3 feet in from the side wall were too close together and too far out from the front wall for proper power response.Like I said have the truck re-route and I'll pay half if we don't succeed.  simple, compliance and cal... 
Calling all Vandersteen Fans
Why sweat it just fix it The only mistake you are making now is to not having the truck turnaround. Re-route is easy Likely not broken in yet. Bases filled? Ask Questions? How far out into the room? Bi-wired w solid core Tilt back? Wider spacingI... 
Anyone heard the newest 12AT7 quicksilver Linestage preamp?
The 12 AT7 Quicksilver line stage in my experience is certainly the best   MS has made to date. Using this pre with your Quicksilver amps will give you proper gain and intended cohesive drive that works and plays music.It like many tube units inve... 
Calling all Vandersteen Fans
Used DBW AQ Rocket 88 ,used DBW AQ Rocket 44 ,used DBW AQ CV4 Gibraltar. Castle rock, etc  
Proac D30RS vs. Spendor Classic 1/2 (or maybe Harbeth SHL5+)?
Try the Proac D 48rs or 30rs with Aesthetix Atlas series amps or Mimas integrated amps with Zero feedbackquite simply the strings will sound right.You will also experience a more effortless feel with dynamics over the above. Best JohnnyR Proac/Aes... 
Vandersteen 2Wq subwoofers with M5-HP crossovers - help needed
(((I will say I’m a bit surprised about RV’s questioning of a manufacturer’s specified input impedance not being as stated, )))It’s not about trust or questioning or what the input impedance spec in the owners manual reads.Its what the voltmeter r... 
Vandersteen VLR CT
A pair of VLR-CTs on Target stands with sub 3  Running in very nicely. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_Oix9Ebgktc Cheers ,JohnnyR 
Calling all Vandersteen Fans
(((Rest of my system is probably)))Did you mention what interconnects and speaker wires?Did you read and understand the owners manual perform the proper tilt back protocol?How far out from the front wall were you?The decay you enjoyed is part of t... 
Ahhh--Problem solved. Adding a REL sub-bass unit...
Keep in mindIsn't the reason you are thinking of doing this is to improve the whole system? If that's not what your after please don't let me keep you from having fun wondering about it.If you agree that introducing a sub and or subs your goal is ... 
Value Integrated Tube Amps
Rogue Cronus Magnum 3Remote controlPhono stageTriode switch100 wpc X 2Can use KT 120 KT 88 6550 KT 77s etc Top notch support and Made in USAWe Have heard and while a significant improvement it can also bias to KT77 for those British type speakersJ... 
Quicksilver Mono 120 vs. Quicksilver V4
Don, We just did a Quicksilver Integrated 4 EL 84s per channel, with a pair of the latest Klipsh Forte III  12 x 14 room with super results. Johnny Hartman was playing back well in magic form. Best JohnnyR  Audio Connection  
Thoughts on a new tube amp for high end rig? The last piece!
(((some pretty healthy impedance dips are to be expected.))All three of these can handle it Aesthetix Quicksilver   Audio Research All spoken here JohnnyR Audio Connection 
Worth the wait? Buchardt S400's
 Why chase your tailMake sure you also have Audio Quest DBS working for you Bill Lowe AQ and Vandersteen co patented this design bi wire speaker cables and interconnects with the Vandersteens is a must.The latest 2CE Sig 2 will easily outperform a...