brainwater

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Need some experienced ears to grow my system
While the 555 is indeed powerful it lacks finesse and is anything but liquid on top. The 555 11 was an improvement but still was and still is a good passive sub amp and not reccomemded for a smooth audio presentation . Start there , eveluate the s... 
tall speaker in small room???
The imaging could suffer if the speaker is too close to the ceiling . You may want to look into sky diffusers. 
Audiogon and the Hi-Fi Mags
From a purely personal observation i can say that Audiogon has dramatically increased my interest and knowledge in audio . I have bought and sold much on this site but also with the retail outlets as well . My enthusiasm has spread to my friends a... 
Conrad-Johnson Premier 11a-a good used amp?
I have been buying and selling and trying lots of gear over the past decade or so in an attempt to speed up my learning curve as my compulsive obsession with audio has infected my soul. I am , at this stage of developement having a hard time findi... 
Best of Audiogon Members
My vote goes to Sean who keeps my brain spinning and slappy who keeps me just a grinning! 
What surround speakers to pair with Aerial LR5s
Dan , you are da man. Can I come up for a movie?? 
What surround speakers to pair with Aerial LR5s
Dan is correctamundo unless you want to match the lr 5 s all around which is what I would do, The sr3s are as dan said great. Dont settle for less . Stay in the family! Always. 
cj preamps
I recently picked up the 17ls 2 and it is fantastic . Large open stage with the rich layered harmonic texture CJ is famous for. The mk 2 is very close to performance to the original Art. This baby is staying with me for a while! 
What do I upgrade next to soothe the soul?
Nice response Sdcampbell. There was an interesting roundtable discussion in this months AS with Ivor of Linn and Dave of Wilson . Vhe viewpoints were polar for the most part but it was a fun read. I side with David though and feel a fresh speaker ... 
Esoteric DV-50: Any cdp's Significantly better?
The Reimyo 777 I briefly got to hear but the 3910 was not broken in yet. Another comparison will be done as soon as I do a valid a- b . I have met a fellow AG member and he has one and said we could do something soon . Stay tuned. 
ultra low capacitance cables
I researched them after your e mail . Thanks Arthur. They look really good! Input appreciated! 
Thanks Audiogon THE SHOW in Vegas was a blast
Hey Tom . Nice meeting you as well . Hope you didnt catch the infamous " CES flu" ! 
ultra low capacitance cables
Thanks Eldartford . You are always much help to many of us. 
Esoteric DV-50: Any cdp's Significantly better?
Comments appreciated lazarus28. Come on down , I could use a friendly audio buddy to talk to in this world of bitter confrontationalists. Steve , you are too much! 
ultra low capacitance cables
Thanks Sean , sure you know I am interested. Lets talk . You have my e mail address i think. Eldartford , your comments and help are always insightful and appreciated. Any suggestions?