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WHAT WOULD CAUSE JC-1 MONOBLOCK TO SELF DESTRUCT?
Seadogs1, I suggest you contact your dealer and/or Parasound as mentioned above to discuss problems you may be experiencing. John Curl does not visit this website and rarely gets involved in service matters. Tony or Bob can help you. 
Top loading CD Player clearances
I've found about 3" clearance above the Reimyo CD player is adequate, although I prefer to have it on the top shelf for easiest access. The player itself is 5 1/2" high. 
Top loading CD Player clearances
With the Reimyo with its sliding door you only need perhaps two to three inches, just enough room for your hand and to change CDs. For ease of access I prefer to put the Reimyo on the top shelf with nothing above it, but obviously it's not mandato... 
WHAT WOULD CAUSE JC-1 MONOBLOCK TO SELF DESTRUCT?
Angela, this is rare as far as I know, but when a JC-1 gets into a runaway condition a domino effect of output device failure is possible. Your friend should contact Parasound service, toll free 866-770-8324, and it probably wouldn't hurt for him ... 
Vibration control question....
If using granite, try sticking linoleum to the underside, which can be an effective way to damp vibrations without sucking the life out of the music. Try cones or tiptoes in addition, the material of which depends upon what's underneath.Brian 
What's up with Talon?
Designer Thierry Budge left the company. I don't know much else. 
Daedalus Audio DA-1
I recall Parasound Halo C-2 AV controller and Parasound Halo JC-1 monoblock amplifiers were used at RMAF.Brian 
Anyone heard the Zu Cable "Druids"....
Those who attended yesterday's meeting of the Chicago Audio Society heard both the Druids and the Definitions, presented by Adam and Sean of Zu Cable. The speakers were driven briefly by a pair of larger Nuforce amps, then by a pair of Atma-Sphere... 
Boulder monoblocks
I suggest this is certainly not the right place to find out which amplifiers you prefer. What speakers do you have? Or are you considering others? You cannot determine what works best without hearing them with speakers you own. Dealers should be e... 
accuphase vs dartzeel
Dazzdax, what speakers do you have, and what's the rest of your system and your room? What are your listening preferences? Without knowing these things this discussion is pointless. 
Audio Clubs in the Area?
Hey Firecracker, where have you been all this time? :-)The Chicago Audio Society has been going strong ever since '94 after another group with the same name dried up several years prior. Meetings are monthly, and guess what, the October meeting is... 
What is the best phono preamp you have heard?
Vendetta Research SCP-2T, of which perhaps half a dozen exist. 
About Lugnut -- Patrick Malone
Pat, it was a pleasure meeting you at RMAF and sitting across the table from you Saturday night as the group of us enjoyed dinner at Garcia's. Sounds like you have a good life.Brian 
Liquid Ceramics cables Has anyone heard these?
Alan, you are out of line. I'm not going to satisfy your ego and curiosity by saying which manufacturers nor which cable break-in device(s) I referred to. Persecution complex? "To be even more fair and open about this subject", the electrical and ... 
Liquid Ceramics cables Has anyone heard these?
Serus brings up a good point. I know of at least two cable manufacturers (sorry, I'm not free to say who) who warn against using some such devices, so it is best to check with the manufacturer first.