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Power conditioner for Wadia
One of the best reasons to own a Wadia is they have excellent power supplies. I've tried two respected and expensive power conditioners and I learned that a great power cord plugging directly into the wall with an upgraded outlet is the best sound... 
Wadia Owner - with or without preamp
I have a GNS Reference upgraded 860 with the SE transport. I run directly. I've tried a couple of preamps, but always preferred the Wadia alone. That's the way it was designed to be used... 
EMM Labs DCC 2 - Sneak Preview
Is that a volume control on the front of the DAC? 
Couple of questions on the Merlin VSM speakers...
Budrew,Our room sizes are very similar and I have my Merlin VSM's about 28" (front of speaker to wall) off of the long wall in my room.Most of my listening is at low volumes. I've found that the VSM's maintain a very lifelike presentation as the s... 
Thoughts on Merlin VSM M vs. Verity Fidelio
Hifinut,Our systems are similar in their simplicity. I run a Wadia 860 directly to Atma-Sphere M60's with a Purist Audio Venustas. My speaker cables are Magnan Signatures.To my ears, the Merlins do more so much right and nothing wrong. I've never ... 
Best one box CDP, Got it short listed to Four
I have a Wadia 860 and am very pleased. One lesson that the Wadia taught me is that although there is always a new model doing the latest digital gymnastics, the transport mechanism and power supply are also critcal to the success of the player.I ... 
The best speaker you ever heard?
Sound Lab A-1 delivers music better than any product I've heard. They are huge and power hungry, but if you can make that work, they are simply stunning. 
Wadia 860x vs Audio Aero Capitole Mark II 24/192?
I auditioned a dealer demo 860 last weekend in my system and while I've never had the opportunity to try the Audio Aero, in my system, the Wadia is a stunning box. I am considering the purchase.I also have correspnded with Great Northern Sound and... 
Anyone try the new Cardas cord for Senn HD600's??
I have the cable and like the Cardas very much.I compared the Clou red and the Cardas and found the Cardas to have a more natural sound.