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Onix Speakers
I have a pair of Onix Strata Mini's that are outstanding hybrid speakers. The company tanked after the owner was convicted of fraud, so the only option is used and no customer support. The stratas got rave reviews when released as did their refere... 
Best bookshelf/stand mount speakers
Reference 3A mm de capo i speakers. Placement is critical, but once you get it right the soundstage is huge and the sound is magical. You can get them used for about $1200.00. 
MC 275 tube amps with what speakers ?
MM de Capo's from Canadian Company Reference 3A. Easy to drive, love tubes and sound fantastic! 
Blue Point No. 2 on a RB250
I put a Sumiko Blue Point No. 2 on my NAD 533 (with RB250 arm) and was not impressed with the sound. It was OK. Not great. I put an Audio Technica technicraft cartridge on the same table and the sound was much beter then the Sumiko. Put the Sumiko... 
Primaluna Dialog Two Integrated Amp vs Cayin A-88T
Hiya, Learsfool!Didn't know about the Dialogue Two. Yes, the Prologue One does not have that feature. It's very useful. Does the Dialogue have a remote? I don't remember any PrimaLuna products having one. 
Primaluna Dialog Two Integrated Amp vs Cayin A-88T
Don't have the Dialogue amp, but I own a Prologue One and a Cayin A88T. The Cayin is a superb integrated with marvelous sound. And, it has a remote and the ability to switch from triode to ultralinear on the fly. If those features are important to... 
Solid State for Rock and Tubes for Jazz, Yes or No
Woodstock I was powered by four McIntosh tube amps.A lot of classic rock was played and recorded through tube amplifiers.Don't think it is as black and white as SS for rock and tubes for jazz.My two cents. 
Ebay LP Purchases
My experience has been mostly good. Stick to reputable sellers. Also, try www.gemm.com. Nothing beats being able to inspect the record before buying, but sometimes you can't get what you want locally. I looked and looked for a copy of Pentangle's ... 
Best tube integrated? anyone know?
Love my Cayin A-88T Integrated. Got it used for $1200.00. Made to mimic the sound of a McIntosh MC275. 
Tonearm or headshell for Empire 208
My 208 came with a custom mounted Rega tonearm. I believe it is a 100 series. Works fine. I can send you a picture of the setup if you want. 
Calling all owners - Jasmine LP 2.0 MKII
Sbrownw-Been away, so I missed your post. Absolute Sound rated the Vincent very highly. It is included in their 2012 editor's choice awards. In their words, "its sound is liquid, the soundstage vivid and dimensional with just a hint of warmth and ... 
Automatic Turntables
I recently obtained a Scott automatic TT on fleabay for really cheap (under $100.00). I got it because I have some Scott tube equipment and I thought it would be nice to round out the collection with another Scott product. I did not expect it to s... 
Calling all owners - Jasmine LP 2.0 MKII
Can't weigh in on the Jasmine because I haven't heard one, but I was considering it at one time. Ended up getting the Vincent PHO-8 phonostage which is designed in a similar way (two units with separated power supply and connecting cord). Very hap... 
Prima luna Owners - What Speakers are you using
PrimaLuna Prologue One with AV123 ELT525 monitors and an Energy subwoofer. 
Connecting speakers to two separate integrated amp
Get yourself a Niles SPK-3 switch box. It will allow you to connect two amplifiers to one set of speakers safely.