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Why are amplifier transformers sized the way they
Sean, I have a quick question for you, if you don't mind. I need to buy a sub panel box. I am confused as to which brand/model/features that I should look for. My current thought is just about any that has a solid copper bus. Is there anything els... 
Elite Preamps--Electon Images, Messenger, Tube Res
Kevin, I did not find it to be an issue. Emmanuel and I discussed the VTLs specs and he was not at all worried about the match.Brian, wow. I didn't know you had a blowtorch. Are you running the CAT with it? 
Elite Preamps--Electon Images, Messenger, Tube Res
Kevin, First Sound is a highly regarded company that makes only preamps. Try a google search. There are a couple of reviews. Also, look in the archives here and on Audio Asylum. There are three models available. I have the Presence Deluxe MkII. I ... 
HELP Best way to ship 160 lbs. speaker?
You can also try the company that JTinn uses in Portland. I think it is called Adcom. I have spoken with them several times. They are very easy to work with. Jonathon's website is Chambersaudio.com. 
"Power - what is most important."
OZfly, thanks for posting those addresses. They are very helpful. 
Any body hear the new improved Merlins at CES?
Kevin, thanks for the details. Wow, if that is expensive compared to Audio Note's upper end stuff, then you just redefined the word for me. That must be in the "If you have to ask..." category. It would be quite a treat to hear one. It is a bit of... 
Any body hear the new improved Merlins at CES?
I apologize for the digression. However, I am curious which of the Audio Note DACs Bobby used at CES. Anyone know? Thanks. 
Review: Michael Wolff power cords Carbon Gain Power cord
Mattend, Thanks for the description of the source cords. I did not realize that "Gain" cords were for amplifiers. 
Review: Michael Wolff power cords Carbon Gain Power cord
I just ordered a pair to try today. Michael was specific that I should use them on my dac. my transport, or my preamp. Given the results on your amps, I will try them there, too. Did you try them on your dac and transport? What did think? Thanks f... 
Not a ground loop hum???
Max, I have one of those devices that you plug into outlets to diagnose several problems. When I plugged it into my Balanced Power Technology 3.5, it told me that there was a faulty ground. I called Chris Hoff. He said that balanced power confuses... 
Anybody hear of Jack Johnson?
He has 2 film sound tracks. One is the Summer Sessions. The other is Thicker than Water. Both have nice variety and are well recorded. 
Calling all acoustic guitar fans...
I just started to listen to The Pizza Tapes - Dave Grisman, Jerry Garcia & Tony Rice. It is excellent. 
"Power - what is most important."
Hello. Go to member look up. Enter the name "'Lak" He has discussed and reviewed many power issues/products. 
Does anyone use Lamm M1.1's in their system now?
Mike, Thank you. Your descriptions are very helpful. You are right, however, I will need to listen. If you don't mind one last quesiton: The Joule Electra VZN-100 is the other amp that I am seriously considering. I originally was only thinking abo... 
Does anyone use Lamm M1.1's in their system now?
Tpsonic, I was wondering about the Tenor stereo 150 hybrid.Thanks.