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Trying to find someone with a cable cooker in Metro NY
mahlman,How much is Klipsch paying you to go to this school? 
Most annoying song, period.
There are so many but "Livin On A Prayer" by Bon Jovi certainly is at the top of this list as would be "Blinded By The Light" as per an earlier post. 
Phono Preamp
The Herron phono is also a very good suggestion, but more expensive than the EAR. For a less expensive turntable the entry level Kuzmas with arm are hard to beat. 
Harbeth Super HL5+...thoughts
Sorry but a speaker cant sound good on one of type of music and bad on another. So I cringe when I hear people say a speaker can do other genres of music but not rock or metal. Think about it! Now if you want a speaker that has higher SPLs or adds... 
Phono Preamp
For the money, the little EAR is very good. Works for either MM or MC. Benefits greatly from NOS tubes. 
Pass XA25 or Pass XA 30.8
I am very familiar with your speakers, but could never bring myself to buy anything from Dale. No to tubes as these speakers really seem to thrive on current and I always thought they worked best with S.S. I owned a 30.8 for a time and liked it bu... 
Does anyone have experience with Devore O/96, Tannoy Legacy Cheviot and JBL 4429?
The Devore all the way! The other 2 speakers on your list are not really much to speak of IMO. The Devore hits a very good balance between fun and detail. Very easy to drive but improves with increases in power. Gives a good glimpse into the music... 
Atma-sphere Updates
Please give us specific examples. These examples neednt still be on this site to be heard. Did he insult some design you hold close to your heart? When you make such a claim I dont think it unreasonable for others to ask for proof or at least a di... 
Vacuum tubes: Radio tubes, TV tubes, Audio tubes
I have never thought the extra $ brought by JAN (military) tubes was justified. A tubes ability to withstand shock and vibration has nothing to do with how this tube will sound. Further many military tubes are the same internally as their civilian... 
Atma-sphere Updates
jtgofish,Ralph has always shown great restraint and goes the extra distance in giving technical explanations to back up just about everything he posts. I think you have the wrong person or you have some axe to grind which is not related to Ralph's... 
To those running Klipsch Forte IIIs...
I dont want to put a nickel in any of the Klipsch people on this forum, but a dealer friend told me that Klipsch is now being made in China. Perhaps all but the Heritage? Anybody know for certain? 
Need Salk/Legacy speaker help/opinions
Having only heard each type at shows I am perhaps not the best to give my opinion. But, based on my experience the Salks win by a wide margin.  
Speaker Project
Sorry but I have read a number of articles regarding modifications that bring older vintage gear to the level of current production and rarely take them seriously. I could be wrong but having a fairly intimate knowledge of these speakers I am gues... 
Need help choosing replacement tubes for my 211 SET
I think that you first try to determine if all the tubes are getting tired or if just certain pairs or a single pair. My experience is the greatest benefit comes from replacing the smaller driver tubes in the amp. Determine which tubes most direct... 
Mastersound Tube amp
Do not wiggle! You must turn the tube counter and then lift the tube out. Roberjerman once again demonstrates the pitfalls of not knowing what he doesnt know. It is completely irresponsible, but all too common on any audio forum. I owned an older ...