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Wilson Benesch Torus and Thiel SS2 subwoofers
i have a pair of Torus's with magico Mini 2's...Similar story to The first poster..EXTREMELY FAST AND WELL INTEGRATED!Not the lowest but the most accurate and musical to date...Comes with it's own outboard amp with full function capability for adj... 
Wadia 861SE with GNSC Statement Upgrade
I owned this unit from Steve for 2 years and only sold it as i changed front ends completely...Mine was without digital ins and outs and i was very impressed with the build out mods and the resulting quality of sound.In addition, Steve is tops as ... 
You know you're an audiophile if--
You know that BYBEE BULLETS don't go in a gun!! 
Replaced Kimber Kable Hero ICs with Kubala-Sosna
Solecky,In the always interesting world of audio cables"research" seems to never end!Have fun with the KS but be warned,they're brand new Elations are another quantum leap!! 
Front-Ported Monitors
Gurus Q-!0's...very interesting design, bass down to 30's and up from there perfect cohesive clarity! 
Koetsu vs Dynavector
In short...High end Koetsu's climb toward absolute TECHNOCOLOR!in short...Top Dynavectors are "archeologists" of sound!Think about it. 
next CD Player
Skip that step and proceed directly to the Saturn...still real world priced and with the money for your Apollo should not break the bank!Check it out! 
What is the best doors album in your opinion?
The variety of choices show that at the very least they were truly a unique band at a time when there were several to choose from!That's why i bought the Doors Box Set...Re-discover them all! 
Which ARC Phono Preamp?
I'm only "jumping in" because you said you were looking for your "last phono preamp" soooo....BUY A NICK DOSHI phono and you can add ALL the options for loading etc. you could want at LESS then your probabely ready to spend. Then, WALK AWAY CUZ YO... 
Anyone Have A Few Queen UK 1970's 1st Pressings??
Hi:Have the originals and the MOFI's...MOFI did these right! Still, the winner by a slight margin, TO ME, are the originals...Less emphasis on "tipping up" the sound!Good luck on your search!They are better recorded then the Electra's...Azjake 
Best high end monitors?
Hi,Ironically, you named the winner right in your disclaimer...Magico Minis!! 
Do you think you need a subwoofer?
Raul,Two Wilson Benesch subs used with BOTH monitors and full range for different reasons:Monitors: for fill in and spread of bass in depth and dynamicsFull range : to "roll off" at a higher level to then enhance the range and full musicality of m... 
PC & IC: Stealth vs KS Emotion vs Elrod
Kubala-Sosna Emotions for ic and KS pc's...Teajay is right, the Stealth will give you nothing but what is already there !Good luck! 
Sell Hi-Fi and invest in stock market?
Be prepared to not see the end of that road for about a year and a half!!!Your "expensive gear" will NOT be garnering the prices you think at this time period so...All in all, turn on your system, kick back , these kind of times were why you escap... 
Turntable advise needed - Norway callin'
Greetings Toffeng!I have owned two of the tt's you have mentioned as well as two of the tonearms...I am familiar with the rest save for the Acutus.Since you have decided to wade back in the analog pool and because of your other listed components i...