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replace c-j prem16 mk2.
I too have a placette passive. For me I got better bass.---Unbelievable; little crappy / cheap looking sucker. How it does what it does--and gives me remote control--I don't have a clue. 
does anyone know about c-j premier 5 monos?
AS I have posted what I got for my 5's (WITH the Bill Thallman full triode mod/ add an iec,and all)--- That price is way to much for any stock 5--and a stock unit won't allow connecting any modern speaker cable.---In that it won't accept banana or... 
Lowther speakers for Fisher X-202-B?
Short comings and all---about as good in mid-magic as it gets.---Lowthers sound better being driven a receiver than any speaker I know of(also being driven by a receiver).---On the cheap; most will be impressed.--- Yup, my Lowthers are driven by a... 
Isolation Platforms...worthwhile?
Has anybody got any input on the Audio ref-or research brand sold here??? 
does anyone know about c-j premier 5 monos?
One thing many overlook; the small driver tubes. They contribute more than one might think.I bought some cryoed tubes and they were expensive / but worth it.I just sold my pair and with the Music Tech upgrades / mods they only brought 2300.---One ... 
Can you use Philips SACD 1000 as a transport?
Strange such a player doesn't give pcm as a choice in the menu. 
Excellent 60W tube monos?
I have a couple of suggestions. The Vac Ren 30--or CJ 11a.Buying an amp that isn't well known will be harded to sell--if--you don't like it. 
Any expericience with Nordost Valhalla powercord ?
Somebody elses opinion,/ somebody elses system ?? I say give it a shot. Buy smart so you can get your dough back---But at least you'll know and won't have to take someone elses opinion.---Sort of a take on "one listen worth 10 opinions".>>&g... 
What preamp should I buy ?
I think an original CAT could be had at near the price. 
Cable management help
With the size of some power cords--??-- and how many of these cords are we talking about??-----In my case it would take a 5 inch hunk of pvc to hold them. Maybe strips of velcro that you attach at different points??---Maybe with a simple 2ch syste... 
CAT Ultimate Mk. 2
I only have the lowly mk3---but-- I think CAT has made upgrades that were worth the price to the pre-line since the sl1 came out in '85.---Or as they say,"It's all good up in there". Pick your level and price;I doubt you'd be disappointed. 
Pioneer VSX37 as Preamp
Since it seems you have the parts already;give it a shot. The bass/treble and loudness are preamp controls,---Yes, thy will still be useable. Most all of the newer receivers have the option of using a different amp---for any and all channels.--Usu... 
Room correction device for SAP Q's;or what??
Well after talking to Jim at Nat. Sound in Mass.he suggested the Audio Ricther-Scale for $359; and I ordered one. From his description it should do what I need. 
what amp. to power areial 10-t speakers
I had the 10's for 5 years. I always drove the hell out of them with high powered tube amps. CJ 5's and 8's. 
When does the law diminishing returns kick in?
I can't spell his name but the guy from the tv show wherein he says "D-plane/D-plane" was considering suing his local city for building the sidewalk to close to his ass.