bigkidz

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Audio Research REF 6 to REF 6SE upgrade.
So what exactly is the upgrade and what parts do they use. For $5k I'll build you a point to point wired preamp with the best parts available. Happy listening   
ARC REF 6 upgraded by ARC.
we manufacturer tube audio components and have offered repair/upgrade/modification services for 25+ years.      
ARC REF 6 upgraded by ARC.
Because I'm going to use better parts then tell will.   
ARC REF 6 upgraded by ARC.
@tattooedtrackman I’m not joking. Go ahead and ask them what the upgrade is and what parts they will be using for the upgrade.    
AES/EBU cable shootout
@svenjosh - all good here.  Thanks again for your post.      
AES/EBU cable shootout
I did not see your digital system posted on your profile page. I have done so many comparisons of cables and equipment my head still spins. I know it takes so much time to do these things. BUT I am going to say this again to repeat myself, while t... 
ARC REF 6 upgraded by ARC.
Send it to me and I will do a better job then ARC.  Ask them what brand parts they will use in the upgrade!  
The best speaker cables you’ve had
Simple, just build your own.  Plenty of wire to try and plenty of formulas out there.  Try a few and you can forget about buying cables altogether.  Wire is wire and all you need to do is figure out the formula that works for you.  Under a hundred... 
Rogue Audio. Reliability issues? Anyone?
PM me if you need someone to take a look that is reasonable.    
Left Channel Out Primaluna Dialogue Premium
@paulietunes no pm received   
Left Channel Out Primaluna Dialogue Premium
We just fixed and upgraded a Prima integrated amp a month ago. I can fix/repair or upgrade if you want. We are in New Jersey. I can also put you in touch with the guy who we did it for. I believe he found me with a post on Agon. PM me if you ... 
Can we create a consensus list of the TONALITY of different amps/preamps/brands?
I am not agreeing to or disagreeing to your evaluations of the components you mention. BUT the sound impact can be from the source and preamps that you also have paired them with. Not sure what the ultimate goals is but you also need to understand... 
Speakers sounding dull? MUST READ! The truth about speaker design!
@timlub - there are a few speaker manufacturers that only use the front panel to mount drivers like Nola.  Any opinion on their products?  Also do you have an opinion on field coil speaker designs?   You can PM me if you want. Thanks  
Speakers and amplifiers show audiophiles are confused.
As a manufacturer and repair company we get to hear more than our share of equipment.  Specs don't really work and can be used as a guide but that won't guarantee success.  We recently repaired a SET amp 28wpc that drove the heck out of a pair of ... 
What is the most challenging music to play on a stereo?
Plenty of good suggestions - but here is my question - what design in your equipment should you seek to eliminate all of your issues? Happy Listening.