danielk141

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which subwofer is better?
You need to take the power delivery to your system into account. If your system is on (1) 15 or 20 amp circuit, you'll need another (as in dedicated) line if you want (2) subs like the Fathom 113s - they are 2500 watts each.I sold my Fathom 112 to... 
PASS LABS XP20 or MODWRIGHT LS 36.5 DM
Dreamauduio,I'm using a Pass XP-20 with a Rowland 625 in my system right now. My source is an Electrocompaniet EMC-1Up, my speakers are Avalon Avatar.I know the XP-30 is supposed to be better than the XP-20,I'm so happy right now I'm in no hurry t... 
I am set on all but speakers, need advice on those
Avs9,I have the Sonus Faber Concerto Domus floorstanders.These have a Vifa ringtweeter I like very much.I think these sound great on piano & female vocals.I also belive they are a good match for your CJ amp.. 
Cars. What does the typical audiophile drive?
My daily driver is a '97 Camry.My weekend car is an '06 S2000. 
Spectral DMA 260 Amp vs. BAT VK 600 SE
Shaq,Try this forum, you should see plenty of owners input:http://www.whatsbestforum.com/search.php?searchid=698919 
Pass Labs Aleph 3: The best sounding amp ever
Celo,I've owned the Aleph 3. It took about 60 seconds in my system, for me to commit to buying that amp.I also owned (2) Aleph 30s, a pair of Aleph 60s, and a pair of Aleph 2s.I now own a Pass XA30.5, Rowland Model 2, Rowland 625, and Murano P1000... 
Speakers to hang on to for LIFE
I have a pair of Avalon Avatars in my system now.Other speakers have come & gone. I can't justify selling these. I paid $1750.00 at my Wilson dealer for these around 6 or 7 years ago. There is nothing I've heard at this price that can touch th... 
Ayon Audio CD-5 versus CD-5s
Melbguy1,Vinyl does not destroy my Electrocompaniet EMC-1Up, in my system and in my listening room.My LPs are in a crate. My last turntable is long gone. 
mbl - is there a problem?
If you want to know how important a good distributor is,talk to any Halcro owner, or ex Halcro dealer.Remember all the great rewiews & "Best Of Show" systems?It all evaporated when the U.S. distributor got sloppy with dealer support, product s... 
Shielding components from EMI/RFI... Help please
Check out the Trifield Electromagnetic detector.I got mine for $100.00 on Amazon.This meter is promoted as a tool to protect your health,by many people.It also measures audio equipment for magnetic, electric and radio/microwave radiation.You will ... 
Jeff Rowland 625 amp ... & 725
Google:wizardhighendaudioblogclick on the "CES" linkclick on "amplifiers"scroll down & you'll find pictures of the 625, 725,and PSU.the PSU is as large as a good sized preamp.it will probably be expensive! 
Jeff Rowland 625 amp ... & 725
Clavil,I still have my Sonus Faber Concerto Domus hooked up.I need to rearrange my listening room for more space around my Apogee Stages...Check out this site for the Rowland gear:http://cybwiz.blogspot.com/2012/01/jeff-rowland-model-725-mono-ampl... 
Jeff Rowland 625 amp ... & 725
Clavil,Thanks for the heads up!I just purchased a Rowland 625 here on Audiogon.I'll contact JRDG & see if the board is available.. 
North Star Design USB DAC32
Teajay,I don't have the funds to buy one of these right now.I just bought my dream amp, a Rowland 625.I did miss out on one of these recently, here in Phoenix.It was almost new & the seller was going in another direction. It sold by the time I... 
North Star Design USB DAC32
Teajay,I just read your review. I've been looking at this DAC.My biggest questions on a piece like this:Who services the DAC if there are any problems?My concerns arise from having friends who've ownedExposure amps & Linn digital products.Turn...