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Bergmann air-bearing turntable at RMAF?
There is a new review at stereomojo.com.... 
Ayre K1 owners - Do you have images of packaging.
It would easier to contact Ayre and have them send you new packaging for the K-1. Propobably cost you $50 
Review: Conrad Johnson CA200 Amplifier
Dave -- I want my amp back...:-) Glad you are enjoying it! 
Sonus Faber Guarneri vs Guarneri Memento
It is my understanding that Sumiko (US Importer) is still working out the pricing. I hear they will be around $13,000 in the US with availability in 60 days... 
Lamm ML 2.1 SET vs ASR Emitter II, DartZel
sirspeedy...I do not know HP personally but I have corresponded with him over the last few months asking his opinions on various things related to the Emitter. I have an ASR Emitter I Exclusive Blue that I bought new about 5 months ago and was int... 
Regarding DK Design Vs.1 Reference Mk2 amp ???
Henryhk -- I own an ASR Emitter I Exclusive. Single greatest piece of audio equipment that I have owned. If you can live with the three boxes it is a pleasure to listen to every day. Makes me think more and more that amplification is the key link ... 
Regarding DK Design Vs.1 Reference Mk2 amp ???
Henryhk -- he is referring to the ASR Emitter II. 
Ayre CX7
its either $400 or $500... 
Need advice SET amp for Gibbon Super 8
John DeVore voices that speaker with the Shindo Labs gear. Contact Jonathan Halpren for more info at www.toneimports.com 
New Ayre "Evolution" Upgrade?
Art, I just had my D-1x upgraded and purchased the evolution K-5x and V-5x. Previously I had the "regular" K-5x/V-5x combo (long story) so I am familar with the sound. In a word, the evolution upgrade is "mind-blowing" (I guess that is two words).... 
ultimate best speakers ever- now under 15K
Listen to a pair of Duevel Bella Luna spekaers. They will provide you all you are looking for and more. At $8000 they are steal....you can find them at: www.highendaudio.com...Good luck 
Component video cable for $120 or less?
The bestcable reference cable is outstanding. Although self serving, I have one for sale at $110. email for info if interested. 
best cables and tweaks for Ayre
The best interconnects that I have found at the under $1000 (new) price point for Ayre products are Ayre's own interconnects. They are made by Cardas at Ayre's specifications. Over that, the Stereovox BAL-600 cables ($2500 retail) are amazing and ... 
DVD-A, SACD Multichanel Balanced Player?
Look at the Esoteric DV-50 -- it does it all quite well. 
Best Speaker for audiophile-grade small room rig
I concur with Cellorover on the Penaudio speakers. They are brand new to the US but the little suckers are an amazing speaker with a very dynamic and natural sound. Contact Joe Abrams he is a great guy.Good luck