brubin

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Does hi-res downloads get any better than this?
94 Euro for an album?    
Your method for discovering great music.
OK sounds random, but give it a try.  Find a very popular song that has many artists singing their own rendition,  for example, "Mr, Bo jangles "then search for that song. Then listen to how each artist sings the song.  I discovered Philip Browne ... 
Am I nuts?
1. Do you have a very large cd collection? Yes - find a used cd player or low cost new one No - buy a streamer/DAC and subscribe to a streaming service for $10 a month.      
Auralic Altair X Auralic Altair G1
After buying the Altair G2.1 I have to admit it is a great upgrade providing more detail,  So I am selling my Altair G1 soon if you are interested - will be listing soon.  Bill  
Jorma or Kimber KS speaker cables and IC
great - keep us posted  
Amplifier to match my new Dynaudio Confidence 30
PS Audio - BHK Preamp, BHK 250 or 300 Monoblocks.    Totally Love my setup Pass Labs  So may options...   
Jorma or Kimber KS speaker cables and IC
My thoughts after trying several brands are Cardas cables are underrated.  I have clear for my interconnects and clear reflection for my speakers.  I have tried and owned several brands  - I think Kimber makes a good product, but not sure if the... 
Auralic Altair G1 vs G2.1 any listening experience ?
I can share some results for those who will come across this. I received my Altair G2.1 - and after 8 hours of break-in, I can tell you some initial impacts and comparisons vs Altair G1. Using the same Power cable, XLRs between the two units. Wi... 
Auralic Altair X Auralic Altair G1
I own an Altair G1 and love it added a 2 tb SSD internally for music as well.  It is a wonderful streamer and DAC. Open detailed and musical. I recently  did an a/b comparison to the aurender A10, and while I like the streaming app some what more ... 
RCA to XLR adaptor causing amp to shut down
Balanced to Unbalanced, Why are you doing that for?   If you can support RCA to RCA do that or XLR to XLR.  Otherwise, XLR to RCA is a waste of money. on does not provide any value.   
Magico A5 or Sonus faber SERAFINO TRADITION or Harbeth 40.3 XD
 Sonus Faber  Nova 5's in my system are wonderful,  SERAFINO TRADITION = OMG WOW  
What are we going to do about Tele 12AU7 prices
I like the new  Mullard 12AU7  great prices full sound.   But every amp and preamp brand is different.  I would ask who is using what tubes in your same equipment for a piece of better information on performance.  
warmest speaker cables you've heard?
I highly recommend  Clear Reflection  bi-wire.  They do a 2/3 split for bass and 1/3 high.   They are wonderful and will not over priced.  
How many of you are digital only systems?
 As a photographer ask yourself would you go back to 35mm or Medium format film?  Unless you're doing something special - I bet the answer is no. Experiment for yourself, get a friend with a Record player with music you like and compare them to yo... 
PS Audio Amp tube rolling
OK - got some Telefunken black diamonds, they are amazing.  Give them 2 days+ to break in.  Bill   BHK 250 and BHK Preamp.