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Beginners Tube Amp Recommendations
I wet my feet with Jolida and some Dynaudio. I realized that tubes was the way I wanted to go.My next step was Rouge Audio. Great amps, great company. You have to spend a lot more to get a lot better. My next step will be Joule-Electra when I save... 
Merlin VMS versus VMPS RM-40 versus Proac 3.8
Sogood, I posted on there last night. John Casler a dealer from LA said another pair should be shipping soon to NY. So I think an audition is in my future. Thanks for the repsonse. 
Merlin VMS versus VMPS RM-40 versus Proac 3.8
Well here is my story. I have the Merlin VSM-M's in Wineberry. Paid about $3400 for them, which I thought was a good deal.I love them, have not heard anything that "blows" them away with detail. BUT... witht hat being said, I also have a Home Thea... 
can i have a killer 2 channel AND HT setup at once
Honestly, No.I am in the middle of trying and it just wont happen. There will always be a comprimise, at least fro me. i like tubes for music. And walls fallng down for movies.I just came to this board right now to start looking for HT speakers an... 
Joule-Electra Stargates with Merlin VSM's?
Off the top of my head I think the Merlins are 89bB.That's whatI was thinking. But I want Monoblock so my next choice would be the VZN100's. Better start eating PB&J sandwiches 
How weak is my Digital link?
Kana,Thanks.I'm not sure what you mean with regard to bypassing the input switch, what does that do? 
How weak is my Digital link?
Toslink from the CD player to the DAC, Coax from the DAC to the Pre.Hey for $30, ill try anything. I guess thats why I smoke pot. ;)Thanks 
How weak is my Digital link?
Thats kinda the truth for most things, but there comes a point of diminishing returns.My question would be, do I need to spend at least $2k to hear a "big" improvment? $1k? Or are those two component stong enough to hold thier own with and CD play... 
Joule Electra LA 150
Stop it. All of you. You are going to make me sell my Rogue stuff and mortgage the house form some Joule-Electra gear.My VSM-M's already have that sad puppy dog face on. They want a Cherry red cousin. 
MERLIN TSM-M and surround speakers?
I have the VSM-M for the L/R, the TSM-M for the center. I plan on running 7.1 so I am kinda in the same boat.4 TSM-M' for the surrounds?!?!? Kinda a waste, no?Which Dynaudio do you speak of? The Audience 52's? 
MERLIN OWNERS: Need Suggestions on Amps/Preamps
I am now going throught the saem thing. I have the Merlins paired with Rogue 99 Pre and Rogue M120 Mono's. I like this combo a lot musically, but quite frankly have not heard much else with the Merlins. Im afraid to hear them with Joule Electra.Bu... 
Whats up with Merlin?
Cant really add more then what was said. I have the VSM-M and love them. Bobby hasbeen more then great. Merlin and Rogue audio, two great companies!! 
What speakers for $5K Used?
Check out Merlin VSM-M's 
How to audition speakers?
I asked the same question on the Asylum and got a great response.http://www.audioasylum.com/audio/speakers/messages/96830.html"First of all, there is far more variation from speaker to speaker than from amp to amp or from CD player to CD player. S... 
Best Dual purpose HT and Music speakers 10k
Well, heard the Merlin VSM-M this weekend and was sold. They were great.Now I have to start saving for the VSM Center and 4 TSM surrounds!!!