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New Gallo 3.5's
Dopogue, I have been reading your reviews of the Mapleshade bases with great interest. I am trying to decide whether to get the Mapleshade bases or get the 3.5's when they come out. After 18 months I love my 3.1's and not anxious to replace them b... 
New Gallo 3.5's
The bases I have seen on the demo 3.5's via the internet leave a lot to be desired imho. They may be better acoustically but many people also consider looks when buying speakers and those stainless steel bars sticking out the bottom whether they b... 
Impossible? Small towers, efficient, musical, loud
I am a Gallo 3.1 owner and I believe they are perfect for your size room. Mine is similar. They are tube friendly but do require a tough break-in which requires some power. This may be difficult with a tube amp. Also, for best performance you will... 
What is consensus on Pioneer Elite sound quality?
I like the Pioneer Elite sound quality. It does have that Pioneer sound signature which I enjoy. Sound quality comparisons between similar priced a/v receivers is a subjective excercise where in the end you should get whatever personally rocks you... 
Wilco/ Nels Cline: news & free album preview
Greatness is overrated. You look at all the great bands, too many to list, in the past. The best music was on the way to greatness. Once they achieve "Greatness" it was all down hill from there.Wilco puts out I believe the best music right now. I ... 
anthony gallo av reference vs usher be 718
I will grant that the Gallo 3.1's do not sound pleasant during the first 20-80 (give or take) hours of initial break-in and the Gallo folks actually admit that. The whole break-in period takes around 120-150 hours and that is at consistently very ... 
Spectron amplifier - new black faceplate?
Review of the Spectron amp over at Stereomojo, http://www.stereomojo.com/Spectron%20MusicianIII%20SE%20Mk2%20review.htm/SpectronMusicianIIISEMk2review.htmMy own personal experience is that the Spectron needs 1000 hours of playing before its' full ... 
anthony gallo av reference vs usher be 718
Just because Mr. Sthomas does not like the Gallo's doesn't necessarily mean they are bad speakers. Different strokes for different folks. 
Elrod Statement Gold PC compared to old Statement
No I have not compared the Elrod Silver Statement to any other Elrod pc's. The Elrod Silver Statement pc to my Spectron MKII amp to my Elrod Silver Signature speaker cables seems to produce excellent synergy. I will probably get the Gold pc cables... 
Elrod Statement Gold PC compared to old Statement
Nice write-up. Sounds like my experiences with the Elrod Silver Statemenet power cord though probably to a slightly lesser degree. Plus I am only using one cord to the amp. 
Mark Knophler; recommended music??
Each album is its own special journey. I love the stories in the songs (I am getting too old for teenage angst). Also, each time you listen to a Knophler song you are liable to hear something you did not hear before. His arrangements are very laye... 
New Gallo 3.5's
Dave, Thanks for sharing your experiences with the Mapleshade stands. I tried to get some input regarding these stands in another thread with no luck. Sounds like the stands are a good upgrade. Will probably check them out. 
Let's hear about Elrods new Silver or Gold cables
Rtn1, if you are looking at speaker cables again check out Elrod. The Silver Signature speaker cables really wow'd me. Considering your system you may choose something a little higher in the Elrod speaker cable food chain.Regarding Elrod cables in... 
Let's hear about Elrods new Silver or Gold cables
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Wilson's new speaker the Sasha is coming.
Nicer design than the WP's in my opinion. Think I'll pass on the 70's retro avocado green though.