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OK.......I need more info on the Shelter 901......
The new distributor of the Shelter pickups, Axiss Distributing, You can reach Axiss by phone (310-329-0187) or email (axiss@compuserve.com). I got this info from the following website which has a breif review of the Shelter 901 http://www.high-end... 
Best way to connect BDR Cones to equipment?
The threaded screw posts on the BDR cones are threaded studs and can be removed with ease. Place the BDR cones with the point facing towards the most resonant surface (generally the MDF shelf). DO NOT use double sided tape or Blu Tack between the ... 
6922 vs. 6DJ8 vs,7308
Hey "Clueless" after that very well crafted post, you should seriously consider changing your login ID :=) 
6922 vs. 6DJ8 vs,7308
A simple, brief answer - yes, they are all interchangeable with absolutely no problems. Again, to be brief, the pecking order is 6DJ8, 6922, 7308 i.e. good, better, best.Now is you want to find out which is the best brand of the above noted varian... 
It's Magnepan 20.1's or B&W Nautilus 801's
Do you prefer chocolate or vanilla? That is what you have with the Maggies and B&W. There is no right or wrong answer, just preference and personal taste. Both speakers offer excellent sonics, therefore, your room may be the limiting factor in... 
Sonic Frontiers Power series
Could not be any simpler. Your manual describes exactly what is required to perform this simple conversion. If you are hesitant about performing this procedure, then I would suggest that you take the amp to the store in which you purchased it and ... 
What's the funniest or dumbest thing you did?
I just installed a brand new Dynavector Ruby cartridge (23R) on my Alphason tonearm and I was ready to play the first album record using this new cartridge. I was holding the album jacket and could not find the opening in the jacket in order to re... 
Best of the Classe amp line??? 200/201 - 400/401?
The best Classe amp of all time is without doubt the DR-3 VHC. No contest!Brent 
Shanling CD S-100 vs: Music Hall CD25
Bigpoppakrell, where can you buy a CD S-100 for $650 CDN? I am very interested in this unit. 
Wilson Watt Puppy 6
$20,000 Wilson's, $10,000 retail for a VT200, plus the cost of the rest of your system, and you are worried about tube replacement??? The sound of tubes mated with the WP6 will make you forget about the tube replacement cost, therefore, sit back, ... 
Sonic Frontiers Pearl Tube Coolers Necessary?
Pearl tube coolers come standard on both the regular and SE edition of the Power series of amplifiers. Two Pearl coolers are used on the JAN Philips 5687 tubes only, not the six 6922. Your dealer should secure these tube coolers for you from SF, a... 
7308 tube code question
These tubes sound awesome. I have a Sonic Frontiers Line 3SE with 10 NOS Valvo 6922. I replaced all 10 Valvos with the Amperex 7308s, and what a difference, especially in the deep bass and a more fleshed out natural midrange. The soundstage is hug... 
7308 tube code question
OK, now I am confused...the tubes say made in the USA, has a *5B etched under the VR5, which I am told means made in the USA, but also has the large white triangle (delta) which denotes made in Holland. Please note that the triangle is quite large... 
Name 3 classic mini-monitors worth keeping- Why?
Celestion SL6si. These little speakers are still sounding great after many years of enjoyment. I gave my son the choice of the Celestion's or a pair of Spica 50, he chose the SL6si because of the balanced sound. My son summed it up best, the Spica... 
Best value power condtioners....Used is ok
John, I have an excellent relationship with an audio store that sells Foundation Research products. I managed to borrow 4 LC-1s and a LC-2 for my system. LC-1's for my Transport, DAC, Genesis Digital Lens and tube pre-amp, and a LC-2 for my tube a...