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charles1dad

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Harbeth Speakers
You`re in a good position, listen to both amplifiers and choose what sounds better to you.These amps sound nothing alike.Regards, 
Coincident Linestage vs CJ CT5 or Allnic L-3000
Wilsynet,One point I wanted to make about your very early impression. Remember that the CSL has a "lot" of high quality iron to break in.The numerous transformers (volume, interstage, output etc.) chokes simply need time.All parameters of sound in... 
Tannoy Westminster amp matching question.
I've heard the CAT amplifiers on several occasions and can understand their appeal (depending on system needs). It's a very accomplished high power push pull amp and offers near universal flexibility for speaker choice. I don't honesty hear much s... 
Coincident Linestage vs CJ CT5 or Allnic L-3000
Mrmitch,To clarify there's nothing soft or romantic with the CSL (do you assume that due to tubes?).If you read the impressions of the CSL owners on this site you'll realize that it's exceptionally uncolored, pure and honest.It will perform well w... 
Coincident Linestage vs CJ CT5 or Allnic L-3000
Mikha65,Thanks for the kind comment.You made an excellent choice as you have realized. It's good to see that you and others have discovered this truly surperb product. Your description nails it.The CSL is so natural and capable of connecting and i... 
Coincident Linestage vs CJ CT5 or Allnic L-3000
Wilsynet,Your wife has good ears, you can really appreciate what it does for the music as it has minimal editorializing compared to other line stages.Regards, 
Coincident Linestage vs CJ CT5 or Allnic L-3000
Wilsynet,Congratulations! Of course I agree with your early impressions(it will continue to improve with time).The CSL is a world class line stage and legitimately competes with the very best irrespective of cost.Did you own a Shindo preamp at one... 
price point to move to separates vs integrated
I particularly agree with Roscoeiii`s 2nd point.Generally speaking seperates have the advantage of isolation, beefier and better power supplies.This is a significant factor for sound quality.Regards, 
When a Reviewer "likes" something
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When a Reviewer "likes" something
Rrog,Who are the thread police? Your oplnions have been as strong as any here, it's an open forum and a variety of viewpoints are expected. Some agree with Raul's view and others don't, that's how it goes.You feel he makes good points that's fine,... 
When a Reviewer "likes" something
Frogman and Lewm,Very nice posts, well reasoned and expressed. Wisdom on display.Raul, oh never mind.Regards, 
Will Push-Pull Triode amp 20-25 WPC work?
Springbok,Given the room size,preferrd listening levels and benign speaker load (per Phaelon) I believe you`ll be fine.Regards, 
Zu Druid & Definition Roundup
Keithr,I have a gut feeling the Valvet is one of the better sounding SS amplifiers.I`m basing that on the pure and simple design concept.Regards, 
Zu Druid & Definition Roundup
Vetterone,The SIT-1 amps drew my curiosity following the rave 6 Moons review as the simplicity and design caught my attention. Some will prefer it to SET amps and others won`t. You use the Franks as I do and it will be interesting to read your imp... 
Magico S5 vs Tannoy Westminster Royal SE
Kiddman,The sentiments of your post was clearly understood and I feel the same. People are attracted to and impressed by different qualities a speaker has to offer.Like some others here if limited to just these two, I'd prefer the Tannoy rather th...