dave_72

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Las Vegas
Ok, we have pics from T.H.E. Show in Newport, CA!http://lasvegasaudioclub.blogspot.com/2014/06/the-show-newport-beach-ca-2014.html 
Top brand speakers
JBL Synthesis, Revel, ATC, Tannoy, B&W, and TAD/Pioneer. 
Accuphase a-70 is a good option?
I think you should be OK in most circumstances. But, I can't say 100 percent. :D 
TECHNICS SL1200 MKII.......THE REAL FACTS
Cool, sounds good. 
TECHNICS SL1200 MKII.......THE REAL FACTS
If you haven't heard the 1200 with a higher end MM cartridge (at least $200-$300) you're in for a treat. I had a less expensive cartridge on there, and it was pretty good, but when I upgraded the cart, now it's really, really good! :D 
Spendor SP 100/R2 and Harbeth 40.1 - impressions?
Good idea. 
TECHNICS SL1200 MKII.......THE REAL FACTS
Even so I'll never sell it. It's become an icon.Same here. And due to the fact they're not manufactured anymore, makes keeping it a no-brainer... 
TECHNICS SL1200 MKII.......THE REAL FACTS
As to high end, I totally understand why many may be enamored by it and as long as it's money one can afford to spend it's ok! I believe in the value to cost ideals though. I do not buy low end junk but I also do not see the value in the diminishi... 
FM Acoustics fm155 preamp
Yeah, FM sounds better with preamp and amp together. Plus, I suggest you use their interconnects and speaker cable. 
TECHNICS SL1200 MKII.......THE REAL FACTS
I very much agree with your views on direct drive. I disagree with your view on the uber high end. Yes, it is expensive and probably overpriced. But some of it is actually really good stuff. It just depends on the manufacturer, the engineering, an... 
Pass Integrated to Pass separates
I agree. 
Las Vegas
Our tenth meeting: http://lasvegasaudioclub.blogspot.com/2014/05/our-tenth-meeting.htmlJune meeting place and time set: http://lasvegasaudioclub.blogspot.com/2014/05/june-meeting-place-and-time-set.html 
Pro-Ject turntables
I see. Thanks again. Yes, long live vinyl! 
Accuphase a-70 is a good option?
Ok, how loud do you listen? 
Las Vegas
May meeting place and time set: http://lasvegasaudioclub.blogspot.com/2014/05/may-meeting-place-and-time-set.html