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Altmann BYOB vs. Audiosector Patek vs. 47 Labs
I'm looking at the Audio Sector after having considered the 47 Labs. The integrated Patek can now be built with a Placette type 128 step RVC. I'm seriously considering it and matching it with a pair of Zu speakers. 
Stand out phono stages
Google, Wellpoint, and CIGNA. Seriously.I'm glad you are enjoying the K&K. Now go find some nice Audio Note Tantalum resistors to set your custom load impedance. 
Stand out phono stages
Told you so ;) 
TVC Promethius versus Bent
I will agree the S&Bs are classics. However, the Slagle autoformers by Intact Audio enjoy a pretty good if not somewhat cult like following. I learned recently that Jeffrey Jackson at Experience Music utilizes them and I have seen a couple oth... 
TVC Promethius versus Bent
New Bent TAPs are on the way using custom Intact Audio autoformers. According to John he's finishing up the first few production units and then needs a few weeks to stock up on parts. 
Audio Horizons TP 2.0 Preamplifier
Stltrains,Yes that did occur to me. I do think it is good that some designers make their gear both affordable and upgradable for those who cannot afford a high cost of entry. Kevin Carter at K&K takes a similar approach on his kits. Of course,... 
Audio Horizons TP 2.0 Preamplifier
One thing for the AH family I would like to query is if anyone is using the TP 2.0 or 2.1 as a full function preamp, that is with the phono stage integrated. I am considering this option, but one thing I have to say that nags me a bit about AH is ... 
Copper foil
Palerider,I have a pair of Paul Weitzel designed CRL/FIM speaker cables and a couple of his power cords. All use solid core copper in heavy gauge configurations. I would agree with your assessment on these types of cables as to how they influenced... 
CEC Belt Drive transport with electrocompaniet DAC
Unfortunately not using the TL51X with the EC, but I use it with a LessLoss DAC 2004 MkII. Previously I had the North Star 192 combo. For comparative purposes I tried the North Star transport with the LessLoss. It performed very well. The North St... 
Is the best power cord no power cord at all?
The Lessloss DAC 2004 MkII, TRL Pre-1.5 preamp and TRL modified Sony NS900V CDP are other examples of battery powered components. Not to mention some turntable manufacturers such as Galibier Designs and Scheu use battery power supplies for their m... 
Review: Tel Wire Cord Tel Wire Cord Power cord
Chris told me in an email recently that he is experimenting with a lower gauge PC for amps. Evidently he is monitoring our comments and customer feedback. 
Tel Wire Cord experiences?
FWIW - I replaced my Stealth M5000 and Dream Digital with these power cords.They don't look as nice as the Stealth cords but they are very flexible and haven't disappointed me with their sonics. 
Review: Tel Wire Cord Tel Wire Cord Power cord
Sold my Stealth cables and bought another Tel Wire. Rhyno is right on about the roller blocks. I use the FIM isolators under my transport and DAC and they were hard to keep level with the Stealth cords. One had to really distribute the weight of t... 
Anyone heard the New Luxman gear?
Anyone know how much the solid state integrated amps go for? 
Review: Tel Wire Cord Tel Wire Cord Power cord
Just got this cable in for a trial myself. Very good out of the box and I love the simple design and flexibility. My Stealth PCs are officially on notice.