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good match for Atma-Sphere M60
Just following in the Spencer tradition. This may be good but that may be better! 
good match for Atma-Sphere M60
Rush,You're the best. providing links to your suggestions. Everyone should answer like you. 
good match for Atma-Sphere M60
Sorry for the unclear post. Speakers please. 
Integrated fo Vandersteen 1C
Vandys are very equipment friendly. His NAD will probably work fine. If you're looking for a change keep in mind the vandersteens are "forgiving" speakers, meaning a little soft on top and warm in the middle. I had a pair of 1cs afew years ago, th... 
Gallo reference /TAS vs Me
Hmm, Guess I'll have to revisit my dealer. I wonder if the fact that we also heard Sonus Fabers and JM Labs in the same store colored my impressions? 
"only one shot"
BAT vk200 
cdp comparision shopping
You have left out a great value... the Quad 99cdp TAS has included it in its recomended components and my own experience bears out thier opinion.Great sound at a resonable price. Good looking too. 
Diana Krall, Norah Jones, Jane Monheit....?
Try Tierney Sutton. 
Phono stage recommendations for under $500
A used Lehman Black Cube with the PWX power supply. about $400 on the 'gon 
Amp for Maggies 3.6R
The Brystons are a pretty good option, Personally I went with BAT vk500, a very good match,I have similar musical tastes. Maggies require high current not just watts. Personally I'd love to find a high current tube amp but they tend to be big mone... 
Why was Audiogon started?
jes, lighten up. Now you're attacking Elizabeth because she thinks $10 for some records is too much. It is. I agree with her...and I have a full time job that supports my family and my hobbies. And your responses are angry. 
New vs Used when buying please share thoughts
I prefer to buy Cartridges new since they are so delicate. NOS tubes are also preferable to OOS (old old stock). Aside from those I believe used gear will give you the best value. 
Cartridge-- M/M or M/C
I got a Basis 1400 w/ Rega 300 and Dynavector 10x (4 originally, now replaced with a 5) for a little more than your $1000 target. It's a great combo for the money, the Rega arm and Dyna cartridge work very well together. There is one currently on ... 
Quad 99CDP the best for $1500?
I am extremely happy with my 99cdp. It has great extention as well as depth and good bass response.. You will be very happy with the Quad and very happy with the cash you didn't spend on another player. 
Thiel speakers... one more try
Ask the dealer to put the two speakers in the same room with the same equipment-specify wich room, as close to your own as possible- this will help level the playing field. Next, you must decide what your ultimate goal is, if it is resale, that mu...