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opinions on Shunyata, Nordost spkr. cables
I will be using Dynaudio special 25, Belles Reference 150A amp and 21A preamp, Dynavector phono and Nottingham AceSpace tt. My question however is really geared more twords other peoples experience with their set up. I am sure that I will try thes... 
Arcam CD36: Any opinions?
I purchased a CD33 after auditioning several different CD players. I liked the 33 for it's musical voice and "analog" sound. I listen mainly to vinyl and found the 33 very pleasant to hear. The Arcam dealer then got in the 36. It required a lot of... 
What exactly is "B stock"?
I purchased a pair of B stock dynaudio special 25's that were used as the demo pair for Stereophile magazine. They are perfect in every way, I have a full set of measurements for my individual pair of speakers in the June 2005 stereophile, and Dyn... 
Audio Debt?
I have some debt on my audio system, not much, but I think paying a reasonable intrest rate makes a lot more sense, and is a lot cheaper, than paying a cable T.V. bill. How many have cable hook up to their home theater system? The important thing ... 
Tubes for Belles 21A
I don't have an answer for you but I would like to hear what people say. I just bought a new 21A Auricap and Ref. 150A power amp and have considered playing with the tubes. So, I thought I would post and see if we can get some tube guru's inputs. 
Best Integrated for JM Labs Micro Utopia BE
I have spent a week with the Micro's, very nice speaker. Though I have not listened to the two together I think the combination of the VTL IT-85 and the Micro's might be a wonderful combo. 
Why so many Rotel RCD-1072 players for sale ?
I am one of the ones who has sold a RCD-1072 over the past year. It is a wonderfull CD player, very detailed, musical with a wide range. Perhaps the reason for the sales is that there are a lot of people who buy them, also they touch the surface o... 
best ? ss integrated for Dynaudio Contour 1.3SE
The Belles in made by David Belles, there is a link here in audiogon. He makes very fine pre-amps and power amps one at a time. His 21A pre-amp is a hybrid tubed pre-amp. You can read the reviews in the man. links. I had a demo in my home and they... 
best ? ss integrated for Dynaudio Contour 1.3SE
I also enjoyed the Creek 5350SE with dynaudio, I used it with my Dynaudio 52SE and it was a great pair. Some think the Creek is a little thin but I suspect that impression came from creek that had not fully broken in as mine really came to life wi... 
Verity Audio
I recently auditioned the Tamino X2 and really liked it. They also agreed to build a pair in the Macore finish for a little extra money. I then auditioned a pair of dynaudio special 25's, about the same money as the Tamino. I fell in love with the... 
Dynaudio Audience 52 vs 52 SE
I have and highly enjoyed a pair of 52SE for the past year. The only thing they share with the standard 52 is the cabinet. The base driver comes from the old Contour 1.3Mk II and the tweeter from the new Contour 1.4. It also has a nicer crossover.... 
Dynavector 10X5 vs Blue Point Special "Evo III"
I have listened to the Denon, a very nice cartridge, another to recommend. But I did put it up next to my Dynavector and it did not soundly beat the Dynavector. They didn't even get into a wrestling match, no angry words. I always wonder about thi... 
Dynavector 10X5 vs Blue Point Special "Evo III"
I have a VPI Jr. with AQ PT-6 and Dynavector 10x5 and enjoy it a great deal. Very musical, detailed, quiet, easy to listen to and a very good match with the VPI/AQ PT-6 combo. I can highly recommend the pairing. Sorry I cannot compare it to the Bl... 
where do you bye your LPs
I get some of my vinyl from used record stores when I'm visit larger cities, I have gotten a number of nice used records from the audio dealer that I buy most of my stereo equipment from, I have gotten a few from e-bay though I hate the auction sc... 
VPI HW 19?
I e-mailed VPI last year about this issue and recieved a very nice reply that VPI was committed to continued support of those who have the HW-19Jr. Upgrade parts may be limited but I was told that repair parts are and will continue to be available.