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cambridge audio phono stages
Look at a Channel Islands Audio VPP 1 at $349 it looks like a winner.It is getting really good reviews. I had a Jolida it was just OK. The Audio Research PH-3 is really good to but it is $900 and up. I have not heard the Cambridg but I would like ... 
Best ARC Integrated CA-50 or VSi55?
Hi Whatjd I have had both & VSI55 is more to tubey & maybe a little lifeless. The CA-50 is more to the lively side. I mutch perf the CA-50 A great peace. Sorry I mist your post. 
McCormack DNA 500
(Chip Stern reviewed the DNA-500 at 6Moons, and basically calls the DNA-500 the best solid state amp he's heard).You think old Chip has heard a H2O or Audio Research T class amps BET NOT. I think McCormack makes great gear too. I'd like to hear th... 
Just tried a ARC 150M I am shocked there is not
I thank your right Rmdh I do not thank there is a amp in the 8-9K that would be mutch better if at all than the ARC 150M or the 300.2 & I have had a lot amps in my home. And for $1800 I can turn it in to a 600 watt pure ch monster. 
PS Audio vs. Cary
I have owned both. 2 HCA2s & 1 PCA2 the PCA2 is a great preamp for the $$ I still have it. The amp is just ok I had to tried it twice to figure that out. As for Cary the rocket 88 is pretty good had one for 2 years. If you can swing it a ARC 1... 
Rotel 1072 vs. Arcam CD73
I have tried both side by side & the cd73 is smother & has a more natural presentation & ho that top end "SWEET". It is just a better cd player. I got the Arcam CD82. And just sold it to a friend that had Theta dac&trans. I orderd ... 
best cartridge for MMF-7, stock tonearm,below1000
Go to www.hwsound.com Larry at Hollywood sound is very helpful and will not over sell you. The 10X5 was better than a Bens Glider series 1, he helped me a lot on my MM7.Ben 
Has the Plinius 9200 been reviewed?
I have had the 9200 in my home a lot and it is great peace. I read the article Hi-Fi news and I thank it was not broken in like Wigbert had written. It is a sweet INTEGRATED AMP. The moon is the only one in that price that even close to it. 
Has the Plinius 9200 been reviewed?
You need to read this it is a good info on the 9200. http://db.audioasylum.com/cgi/m.mpl?forum=amp&n=38704&highlight=9200&r=&session= 
Audio Research VSi-55 integrated amp - comments?
IH' I just tried the VSI55 & it is a bit dark like most tubes not like other ARC I have tried althow. But it was nice. With a good soundstag. 
Cartridge Recommendation
Hi Bobobozo like Raul I would like to no to. Whats UP.. 
Best musical sub around $1k
Adireaudio RAVA SE. Is going to be hard to beat...for the $$ 
Best Downgrades you've done
Naim 3.5/flatcap to a $59.99 Toshiba SD-3950 
Would an ARC LS16 match well with a Bryston 5BST?
Yes it would be. 
The best CD Player for the money
SD3950 $59.95.I can hardly believe how good thay are.I have owend thata data basicII & pro basic & pro primIIa & naim 3.5/Flatcap & more........