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McIntosh MC275 as Monoblocks - A Good Idea?
Either a Mac SS amp would help or try another brand. The Mcintosh/SF combo could be too warm and romantic for metal. 
Speaker Suitable for Baby/Children - Wall Mount
I just purchased some Audio Note speakers without grills knowing we will someday have kids. My idea is to have a friend who makes quilts make me a pair of nice looking speaker covers that I can slide on most of the time and slide off to enjoy the ... 
Info on Using BAX to Ship
The last time I viewed the BAX web site and tried to get an estimate I was offered the option of a residence pick up for an extra $30. And when i was down at the BAX facility it was clear that the BAX 800 number people and the local people have di... 
McIntosh C-2200 Preamp
I have been very happy with the C2200. I use it with the MC2102. I'm debating whether to trade it in for a SET system. The Mcintosh is not as resolving but every bit as musical. 
"Wife Friendly" full range speakers
I just received the Audio Note E's yesterday and I already love them! They are far batter than the Tannoys I was using and they work very well with the mcintosh components. They are wife friendly as the finish is nice (mine are walnut) and they ar... 
Shoul I consider a power conditioner?
I've used the BC Music Ring for a long time, but just recently removed it from my system and prefer it without. It's simply more dynamic and open. I would second the dedicated lines. 
Opinions on JM Reynaud Twin mark 3
I have the JMR Trentes and they are fantastic speakers! As I understand it the Twins should be similar speakers just not quite as resolving. The Twins should work really well with your BC CS. But they are characteristically warm speakers so be awa... 
UPS strikes again
I'm sure the small print addresses weather, acts of God, and whatnot. We must just accept these things. 
"Wife Friendly" full range speakers
The Nola's need a lot of space. Consider the Audio Note E's. They go well with your music preferences and are intended to go close to the wall/corners. I will be able to tell you after next week how they sound with the Mcintosh 2102/2200 : ) While... 
Bed room systems?
Resolution Audio Opus 21 CDP, Resolution Audio s30 integrated, and Reynaud Twins or Trente speakers. Small and sounds excellent. Great at low volumes too. One power cord, no interconnect. 
Small speakers for a small room
JM Reynaud Trentes. Work well in small rooms, great with jazz and classical. A bit on the warm side. 
Pass XA 160 review:life span is 6 years?
The XA series is class A which means they are always charged up. This probably means they are "used up" faster than other designs. But still, 50,000 hours is a long time! 
Macintosh binding post
It's a new component of iTunes. 
Macintosh binding post
I have this same problem. Spades don't fit. I've turned to Cardas banana adapters as a solution. But I would prefer to go direct. 
ultimate final word best cd set up
Consider a modded player, like the Denon 3910 or 2900. APL and Exemplar among others both make highly regarded versions of these. There are a few threads here on them. Usually no more than $4000.