beemer

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SACD software prices are dropping.
I'm hoping it's a lowering of standard price. I just ordered six more SACD's from Tower's website, and it appears that all the SACD's listed are either "low stock", or 3-5 days wait. From that, I assume that these are moving out at a fairly good c... 
Home theater advice?
The system you are contemplating should be a great one. I use Aerial 10t's in my 2 channel system with great results.Aerial and Classe has great synergy, with the 180's and that processor, it should do a darn good job with 2 channel as well.IMHO, ... 
Cowboy Junkies Fans........
Great Band, thanks for the info. I'll be ordering mine from Maplemusic, Thanks!Paul 
BAT VK30SE with SS Amp?
I run VK50SE into Levinson 33H monos with excellent results.Actually feel no need to change a thing, and THAT'S a GREAT feeling!Paul 
Audio Research Ref-1 vs sp10 mkII preamp
Kublakhan: Over the years I have owned SP-10, SP-11 and have had much exposure to REF1, including extended use in my own system. ARC is a fine company, and I haven't a bad thing to say about them....HOWEVER.If I may suggest you demo a BAT VK50SE b... 
Is there an SACD that can play cds well?
I have a sony SCD777ES. At first, Redbook playback was good, but nothing special. Trick with these is they need a solid 400+ hours of break-in. Now I feel the Redbook side is near equal with my BAT VKD5. Still have more break-in to go however. You... 
These are the best Solid State Amps
Hey Snooker14:What do you feel you're missing with the Classe 401?That's a great amp! 334-336 are good as well but you may find a tad too polite for your liking. Classe 01 series were (are) great all around performers. Paul 
Hafler 9505 or Bryston 4B-ST?
Hello Peter:I'm a big fan of the Hafler 9500/9505 series amps. May I suggest you try and get a loaner of the Bryston to try before you buy. I'd bet you can keep the 9505 and use the money you save for something else! Keep in mind also the Musical ... 
My Mark Levinson system help
I own a pair of 33H's, a 333 and an ML3. A sizeable investment in Levinson gear. In my opinion, when I demo'd a 39 player IN MY HOME, the bass was quite wooly and the player DID NOT satisfy my ears. TO ME, the BAT VKD5 sounds much better, WITH MY ... 
My Mark Levinson system help
39 is kinda "long in the tooth" as it was introduced in '96.Lots of better players out there but you won't listen.Levinson is good but it's not the end of the world.Sony SCD777ES and SCD1 sound better on redbook, never mind the SACD capability. Go... 
Which software are you buying?SACD or LP
To Meta:I had vinyl frontend, still have 1200+ albums put away.I no longer can deal with the hassle and expense of maintaining vinyl. BTW, it would appear we are both in MA.You may be hearing from a "Frank" regarding your VK5i preamp.I'm satisfied... 
Which software are you buying?SACD or LP
One word: SACDPaul 
BAT VK30SE, VK50se or SF Line 3se
I demo'd both the VK30SE and the 50SE. 30SE is great, clean sounding with lots of microdynamics, however the 50SE is in another league. No comparison between the 2 as far as soundstage. For the last 6 months I have been in audio bliss, without the... 
Your vote - BEST CD PLAYER in the world??
IMHO, best in the world is relative to one's ears. I've heard some on your list, however I still have my BAT VKD5.Nothing has sounded as realistic to me on my system, YMMV!Is the BAT the best in the world, I don't know, however in my world, today ... 
Sony XA7ES vs Sony SCD777ES
Hello Kublakhan:As I've read elsewhere, the Sony SCD-1 with balanced outputs uses a pair of opamps to create the balanced outs, and many have reported that the single-ended outs sound better. Did you know that both 777 and SCD-1 share the same cir...