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Amp recommendation for Magnepan 3.7's?
Btw, the Bel Canto REF600M amps list for $4,990 per pair. 
Amp recommendation for Magnepan 3.7's?
Rob, very interesting comments on a nice variety of amps! I've heard so many raves about the Sanders Magtech driving Maggies that I'm a bit surprised about your reaction, but have read that they have an analytical perspective. Am very interested i... 
Transmission line Subwoofers?
I have no direct experience with them, but TBI Audio Systems has subs which use what they call ETL (Embedded Transmission Line) technology. http://www.tbisound.com/index.asp 
New Bel Canto REF600M using NCORE
Savjam - I would also be very interested to hear Goldprintaudio's more detailed comparisons. You should be aware that BC feels that the REF600Ms are a significant enough improvement over their previous top models to have replaced both the REF500M ... 
Usher Audio Dealers in the US?
They are the US distributor for Usher, so they should be able to provide information about any other US dealers. 
Usher Audio Dealers in the US?
http://usheraudio.us/ - Katli Audio - sales@usheraudio.us 
Theta Prometheus Monoblock vs Bryston 7BSST2
If you have the opportunity I would suggest checking out the new Bel Canto REF600M mono amps. They also use the nCore output stage with a custom designed input circuit and list for $2,495 each. Rated at 300wpc into 8 ohms and 600wpc into 4. There ... 
Bricasti M1 DAC vs PS Audio Direct Stream DAC
Coli - curious to know what you replaced your DS with. TIA 
New Bel Canto REF600M using NCORE
One minor correction regarding the price, the new REF600M mono amps list for $2,495 each. They are currently shipping but I haven't had the opportunity to hear them yet. 
I will ask a dumb question on power conditioners
There may be differences among some manufacturers using these terms, but generally speaking a power distribution unit provides multiple outlets without any significant filtering for noise reduction. Power conditioners usually have some mechanism f... 
Absolute top tier DAC for standard res Redbook CD
Matt - No need for any embarrassment please, that was not my intention at all. Just trying to clarify it for others. Wishing you all the best in your extensive search, you are much more patient than most of us audiophiles! 
Absolute top tier DAC for standard res Redbook CD
Matt - with all due respect I think you may be referring to the XMOS USB input receiver chip, which is used in many high end DACs including the Bricasti M1. CMOS stands for a Complementary Metal–Oxide–Semiconductor, a technology for constructing i... 
Absolute top tier DAC for standard res Redbook CD
And the implementation is exactly what is so impressive about the upcoming Chord DAVE DAC. There is nothing else even close to its level of technology and computing power. As I said previously we have to wait to hear it to see if it meets expectat... 
Absolute top tier DAC for standard res Redbook CD
I agree with Ctsooner, and am personally looking forward to hearing the new Chord DAVE which is scheduled for production in October. It's a technological tour de force that has the potential to be a game changer although it won't come cheaply. Hop... 
Bricasti M1 DAC vs PS Audio Direct Stream DAC
Yes, the Yale firmware is their latest and currently in beta testing. Anyone can download and try it. Most users feel it's their best yet, but of course there's never a unanimous opinion.