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SACD/Redbook one-box solution?
I agree with Rbstehno on the MF Tri-Vista and the new Accuphase 77. I did not think that the Phillips beat my Sony 777ES in redbook playback in my system anyway. 
Bi amping with Tube and Solid State
You must match the output levels for the amps first otherwise the top or bottom will not sound balanced. Second is to get an active cross-over to be able to adjust the sound. I posted about this a few weeks back but have decided to stick with one ... 
Krell Kav 250A or NAD S200 for B&W 805???
KAV-250 over the NAD no questions. 
Find a speaker cable for Pass Labs X250
Marty from Bound for Sound recommended the VMPS RM-40s and Silverline La Folia speakers to me, but I have not gotten around to listening to either one. He told me that they were a match made in heaven for what that is worth. The X-1 and X-250 that... 
Tough Speaker choice, Please look and comment
Take a look at these VMPS parts new design from someone who was also considering them.http://my.core.com/~cbugbee/Images/VMPS-RM40-Custom.JPG 
What is your favorite low-tech tweek?
Agree with Sugarbrie, plus add to you speakers to really coiple them to the floor pusing the spikes down. Made my speakers sound like 801s from 803s. 
Amp, preamp & tuner for $4K
Buy the Pass Alpha P preamp now on Agon for $950 or so, see the ad then look for an amp like the McCormack DNA-1s. 
Has anyone heard the Shunyata Cables?
I compared the Audience, Shunyata and AZ Holograms in my system (X-1 & X-250, Sony 777ES. I preferred the AZ speaker cables for their more natural sound and details. I felt the Shunyata was a little bit forward with a slight emphasis in the hi... 
Elrod sig2 or sig3 for da converter
Preferred the Sig 3 and sold the Sig 2 did not get that cord at all. 
Which artists do you just not get?
God I have to agree with most of you. Most of the music coming out today is not worth the download time anyway. Hardly any recording worth more than a song or two if that.Reubent - Dave Mathews Band YES, YES, YES I cannot stand this guy, who the h... 
Aurios vs Stillpoints, any experience?
Here is a reply I got from someone who has used the AUrios, Stillpoints and the IsoBase that a local designer in New Jersey builds, hope it is useful.Only got finished setting up the Isobase at the end of the week. The Isobase is excellent and bet... 
What can you tell me about Metronome players?
I heard my friends Metronome the one with the tube(s) in it and remote volume control. It was nice for the used price he paid a few years back $1600 or so. I have heard the newer two box Metronome but I think at the new higher prices, there are no... 
Power Cord for Sony SCD-1
The LC-1 is a very natural sounding PC. If you want to warm things up a bit look for the Audeince, BMI Whale or the best so far has been the Elrod Sig 3.Happy Listening. 
Review: Equi=Tech ET5W-Q AC filter
Why did you pick this particular brand of balanced power versus the other brands available?Thanks 
Review: Equi=Tech ET5W-Q AC filter
Why did you pick this particular brand of balanced power versus the other brands available?Thanks