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Class "D" switching amp ?
technology is John Ulrich at Spectron Audio (formerly co-founder of Infinity). See www.stereotimes.com for a review of the superb Musician II. The MII's are now officially phased out with the Musician 3 and 3D due for release within the next 30 da... 
Sub Opinions, Velodyne HGS 12, Entec LF-20, Von Sc
Rhyno,Rhyno, I'm curious to learn, how much listening time you've had with the Von Schweikert S/3 sub?EAD used the S/3 at there CES exhibit 2 shows ago to great effect,,, for both music and video. The reviews were exceptional. I'd wager you've spe... 
Anyone heard the Usher speakers?
Usher builds their own drivers used in many of there models, and also use the expensive ceramic membrane Accuton, and Eton drivers in several others as well. See www.usheraudio.com and www.accuton.com (FAQ). Usher has partnerships with many worldw... 
Anyone heard the Usher speakers?
As a dealer for Usher Audio located in Texas, I can steer you in the direction of a the closet authorized dealer,,, Mass., for an up close audition (see the www.usheraudio.com site for location details.Usher Audio will be presented again this year... 
Audio Physic Virgo 3 vs. Usher's Compass 8571??
Hear both at CES if you're near Las Vegas Jan 9-12th.Dr Joseph D'Appolito, a virtual "Who's Who" and leading authority in "Audio" and "Accoustics" is THE chief consultant for Usher Audio. Dr D'Appolito is responsible for the Usher state-of-the-art... 
Anybody have help me with wall MOUNTED speakers?
I've recently requested Audes dealership in Houston for their loudspeaker line. Having watched the evolution of this company thru the spectacular product demonstrations at the last couple of CES's, Audes represent great products at tremendous valu... 
Great Small Speakers w/ high WAF?
Try the Usher x-719's w/wood side panels and high gloss piano black finish or matte black top. Also the all wood RW-729's cabinet construct in birch is spectacular as well. And if you think the speakers are gorgeous, wait till she sees the stands ... 
Good preamp for Bel Canto EVo 200.2?
I gave up on the EVo200.2 because of the forward tonal balance and bright top end. My suggestion is to mate the EVo with a tube preamp., and the one everyone is raving about,, and the one I'll own in the next 2 weeks is the Kora Eclipse. Visit the... 
Best Subwoofer for 1500- 2500????
This sub is true all the way down 16-100Hz. 12" cast frame Extreme-duty driver. Weighs in at a whopping 105lbs. Built-in 900W Hi-current amp this sub is fast and integrates with any main speaker system in either audio or HT application. Visit www.... 
Dunlavy SC-IVa how best driven
Spectron Musician II. 500WPC will make those Dunlavy's sing!! Drop me a email,, I may be able to help you match up your pair. 
The best speaker you ever heard?
The Von Schweikert VR5 with Hovland upgrade, powered by the Spectron Musician II SS amplifier. This combination will give "cost no object" systems a run for the money! 
Best HT speaker system
Try the VR3.5's, LCR35, TS350's and the S/3 sub. See at www.vonschweikert. Revealing, quick, acurate, slam,,, this speaker grouping really does it all! 
mods for Sony SCD 333
Contact Richard Kern at cdenhance@uswest.net and tell him Jack at jackson@aiu.net sent ya!!!Richard modified his first 333ES using mine as the ginnea pig. Stock Sony resistors and caps were replaced with premium Vishay and Black Gates. Huge differ... 
Your 5 Fav Rock Concerts
ers, Jethro Tull, Aqualung/Thick as a Brick days, Hendrix, Byron Ga., 1970, Robin Trower, Humble Pie, Stevie Ray Vaughn, and the list goes on. I'm blessed man!! 
What speakers do you recommend?
The slim VR-3.5's would be a great fit based on your room size and equipment. They image as well as Quads yet offer a great off-axis wide soundstage, and have the wallop and punch to deliver effortless dynamic low-end in spite of their relative sm...