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Would you pay to audition speakers
Would not even consider it .............. take my business elsewhere 
Audio Research or Conrad Johnson Tube Pre-Amp???
They are both top notch companies with excellent products and support........ Cary Audio is another one........You will not make a bad decision irrespective of which one you choose .......... however they all have substantially different sonic sig... 
focal 1037be, revel studio 2 comparison
I would do the Focals ........... heard the Revels....they are nice as well ............ the Focals sounded more transparent and dynamic to me 
Cary SLI-80 balance issues
Was this immediately after the upgrade???? if so I agree with the above poster. I have an SLI-80 F1 with the same upgrade and have no issues.......... 
Best speakers for tube amp looking for suggestions
I run Focal 1007BE's with Cary SLI-80 in triode mode(40wpc)with an scd-1 front end.........I feel the volume is more than adequate. 
Squeze Box Question
I enjoy it for the internet radio aspects..........I listen almost exclusively to classical....... the number of radio stations available to me is astounding and the sound quality is pretty darn good as well.......... 
Replace Sony SCD-1 with Cambridge for CD
I am with Jadem6 and Tvad however modding the player will decrease its value going forward (IMO)....if you are concerned with that..if not then modding is the way to go......... 
A CD platyer that is s sonic match to an LP12?
Sorry you are probably not going to get a ref cd-7 for anywhere near 2 grand it was a 10K player when new. 
Suggestions for a PC on my PS Audio Duet
Why not PS Audio 
A CD platyer that is s sonic match to an LP12?
I liked the cd-7 as well pretty close to my modded sony on redbook......however..........doesn't do SACD not sure that is important to you......not heard the Bryston 
American-made integrated tube amplifiers
A used Cary SLI-80 or cj CAV 50 would be my suggestion...audio research makes a great one as well.Chuck 
Can Pass Lab X 350 convert from 110v to 220v?
I would ask PASS. 
A look into classical
Internet radio is a great place to go for variety and to get a feel for the different periods of classical music. Then just grow from there as you will find yourself gravitating to certains kinds of music.As far as the best sites for a variety of ... 
Best amp for Focal 1007 BE
I use a Cary SLI-80F1 and I am very satisfied with the results...........modded SCD-1 front end...........I guess the best would be in the ears of the listener....... 
Do you leave CD players with tube outputs on?
From conrad johnson's web-site........"To obtain maximum tube life, vacuum-tube products should be switched off when not in use. A good general rule for is that if you will not be listening for more than an hour, turn any tube component off. Conra...