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Amplfiers that Sound like Pass 30.8 that are not so heavy
Take a look at the Linear Tube Audio 50 wattamp.  Very eady to move and sounds like music.  
Aqua 'La Diva' ($9k) or Gryphon 'Ethos' ($39k) versus. Pro-Ject CD Box RS2 T ($3k)?
Most of these high priced brands are catering to a different clientele than your average audio buyer.  If you buy their DAC maybe the matching transport is a easy add on.  Is the quality and sound better?  It's only money and some have more than o... 
Harbeth again…or other speakers for acoustic music?
If they are still available you should look at Dynaudio Heritage Special.   Its arealky nice speaker thst would sound great in your space.  
Esoteric K03XD
Fred60,Thanks for the above information.  Sounds like he was over the moon about the K-03XD. 
Esoteric K03XD
Gerryah930,Thanks for your on the K-01xd.  Did you own any Esoteric players before the K-01xd?  If you did how did they compare? 
Esoteric K03XD
Chayro,Yes I will have the option of shipping back the player if I don't want to keep it.  I am just trying to get some feedback from owners or others who has heard the K03XD.   Shipping back is always a option but also a pain in the butt. 
Denafrips Amps
Jackd,Thanks for your reply.  Alvin would be a great resource. 
Circle Labs A200 Integrated amplifier review - It will appeal to both tube and SS lovers……
Hi Bill,Still enjoying the A200?  I am asking because I will be looking at the M200 when its available.  
Circle Labs A200 Integrated amplifier review - It will appeal to both tube and SS lovers……
Thanks for the review on the A200. I think we have alot of similar tastes in what we like in equipment.   TRL, Wright 2a3 mono blocks which I have been using for about that last 10 years!  I have been also thinking of going to a nice integrated in... 
Viking Acoustic - Fantom speakers
Great thread.   I have been keeping my eye on Viking Accoustic for quite a while and need to make a trip to New Mexico.  
CDP or DAC?
George & Tvad great suggestions.  
CDP or DAC?
Thinking of Jay's transport. 
CDP or DAC?
Thank you for all that contributed to this thread.  I have decided to buy a nice DAC and dedicated transport.  I will be looking at Dac's in the $5k - $8k range.  So many choices! 
Fleetwood Sound Company
Yes the price of lumber has gone up which could justify a price increase but I remember years ago when Jonathan released the mini speaker.  It's initial price was $13,000 which I was saving up for to purchase and about a year later  I was ready to... 
Gryphon Diablo 300 Unchained
low325,I am considering the Diablo 120.  How long have you owned it ?  What were you using before?