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Cars. What does the typical audiophile drive?
I drive a '02 Subaru Impreza WRX - my other financially wasteful passion! I like my cars powerful, responsive, and agile . . . just like my stereo. 
Totem Sttaf, Any Comments?
Hey Jerome,that's a sweet set-up. Your rig is definitely more refined (tube pre-amp plus MF-A3CR with chokes galore). I used to own the Arcam Alpha Nine CD, which shares the same DAC as the FMJ and I just bought a Blue Circle BC28 hybrid amp. I kn... 
Revel F30 with Bryston 4B-ST and tube pre-amp
Hi fellas,thanks for your replies. I auditioned the Revel F30s and bought them. When I connected them to my system, I was impressed by their low bass and extended midrange, especially with jazz. However, I find electric and upright bass quite dark... 
Totem Sttaf, Any Comments?
My brother has the Sttafs in line with a Sim-Audio i-5080 and Arcam DiVA CD. The bottom end is boomy though reasonably extended. I am amazed at the volume of bass generated by such small drivers and cabinets. Unfortunately, the boominess often mas...