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MC402 vs FPB 300cx
As mentioned earlier in the thread, I have a FPB-300C (the 400cx predecessor). Keep in mind, even from stand-by status, this amp seems to take about 30 minutes of playing to truly sound it best. As you have found, you can tell itÂ’s working by the ... 
Tube dampers?
Has anyone tried the brass damper and the Herbies to see what differences there might be?I have seen that Mapleshade sells some brass ones, but I also wander about the heat issue. Mapleshade claims they help dissipate the heat. 
MC402 vs FPB 300cx
I think you'll be wow'd. I'd like to get my 300C upgraded to a 400CX...just haven't gotten around to it. I don't want to go "ampless" for any amount of time.BTW - the 400CX will be slightly bigger/heavier than the 402. 
Stealth v.s. MIT v.s. Virtual Dynamics
Me too 
MC402 vs FPB 300cx
This amp seems to do better with Jazz in my systemThis is EXACTLY what I observed when I had the MC-352. I honestly just thought I had lost appreciation for other types of music because all I wanted to listen to was quieter or simpler jazz tracks.... 
MC402 vs FPB 300cx
Just a thought - can you try single-ended input vs balanced. This is not from my own experience, but I have heard of others who comment on differences/improvements for some reason [going single-ended of all things!?]. 
MC402 vs FPB 300cx
Where are you located? There's got to be someone with a Krell FPB around. Preferably one bigger than the 300CX.Like I said above, I never thought the MC-352 was lacking in the bass department and expect no less from the 402. Furthermore, my speake... 
MC402 vs FPB 300cx
I had an MC-352 before going to a FBP-300C. The MC-352 was the predecessor to the MC-402, and the FPB-300C was the predecessor to the FPB-400CX, so it is bigger than the 300CX that you have.I loved the 352, and it had loads of bass with my Legacy ... 
Review: Bent Audio Tap Linestage
Any updates from Ted?I've had a single input TAP here for a while. I am hating that I have to send it back now. I really like it for all the reasons already mentioned above. It is very real sounding. 
The best CD Player for the money
I live near philly...not east FL!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! 
Using two subs
The American way...two is better than one, and bigger is better! :-)Seriously though, I too use two subs and with the little on-board one band EQ, phase, level matching, and good placement, I have gotten them to blend in seamlessly with my mains.I... 
The best CD Player for the money
A note on the Oppo...I have one...it is worth $150, but not worth mentioning in this thread IMO. 
What is the best redbook CD player for 6K to 8K?
Jc51373 - We understand your affection for the brick and related products. Certainly something that I think I'd like to check out.But for now...I am even more hugely satisfied with my Upgrade Company DV-50. I have had an EMM CDSA-SE here for more ... 
One or two subwoofers?
I wholeheartedly agree with Duke. Some good reading on the subject is found here:http://www.etfacoustic.com/demoroom.all.htmlAs well as elsewhere on that site. The documentation there leads to a very strong argument for using subs regardless of yo... 
Truely Balanced Pre Amps
Primare Pre30 too.