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Funny Story
Great story thanks for sharing.  Go slowly and be careful, until you hook them up! 
Devore Nines and amp match
The 15 watts or so of the Leben 300 lacked some bass definition but if your trying to raise the roof with trance music and EL 84’s you’ve got other issues :)IME if I can use an amp rated at 10-20 watts in triode most of the time and switch to 20-4... 
Devore Nines and amp match
I have a pair of Nines that I enjoy with tubes and solid state.  I would recommend 20 plus watts.  I’ve used them with a Leben 300 and the sound was amazing but I found the combination slightly underpowered for a medium sized room.  Every amp I’ve... 
JADIS DEFY7, can not get it to sing
This might be a little off topic but if heat becomes an issue, you can try positioning an electric leaf blower in one corner of the room to move air.  
Considering simplifying my system... talk me down (or whatever)
Love the two things every audiophile has—phenomenal hearing and a great sounding system! I would recommend simplifying and trying A few different types of tube integrateds over time. Maybe rolling tubes after you find something you really like.  C... 
Amps with meters ...
The thread about this thread is much better. 
What is wrong here.. on Audiogon?
You hijacked your own thread and are now getting more preamp advice.  Nicely done! 
Carver, THE standard of excellence IMO
The company really needs a good website to launch into 2020.  I have a plan for you that will turn marshmallows into millions. 
You've tried other amps and ended with Pass, please discuss
I once called a Lyngdorf lover hard of hearing.  That was insensitive and mean.  They did however get rid of it, so maybe IQ does increase with age. 
Contemplating DEVORE SPEAKERS (and others)....LONG audition report of many speakers
Nicely done Prof.-  enjoy them!  I have a pair of the original Nines and I'm still amazed at how different amps change the sound of these speakers more so than others I've owned.  I have not heard the Super 9 either.  Best of luck!  
McIntosh MC2152 power amp technical question
Is this the 70th anniversary amp?  As suggested try swapping the cables.  Could the problem be with the pre amp?  
Audio Research VT100 MK1 and LS15 HELP!!!
I think you should test the tubes some more.  It doesn’t matter that they are new, they can still be broken.  
Mcintosh Meter color help, it's Is it faded, not blue? Is it faded?
If it’s anything on the inside like my MC2125 the lights are clear and the coloring is on the etched faceplate.  Shouldn’t be a big deal just keep track of screws and brackets if you take it apart. 
REL T/9i compared to Strata iii
I kept my stadium 3 over the S/3 I had for a year.  Different subs but hope that helps. 
Why No McIntosh Recommendations?
I’m listening to a MC2125 and C28 combination right now that has been in my family since the 70’s.  It’s not the last word in resolution or grain free but I’ll tell you it is fun.  It has great rhythm, is smooth and controlled with all music.When ...