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UPGRADE TIME!! Preamp vs. Speakers???
I can't comment on the difference for the speaker upgrade, but I can comment on adding a 740P to my system.   I used both  a Pass XP10 and Hegel P20 with my Pass X250.8 amp before getting a 740P preamp and the enjoyment of my system jumped up sign... 
best transparent pre amp
I just purchased a Simaudio 740P preamp to drive my Pass X250.8 and it is very transparent. I'm more impressed though with the separation and depth between the instruments. I was not really ready for the latter and it is amazing how live the music... 
Magico S1 - Dynamics and Amplifier Suggestions
>> You need minimal 1000 hours on those speakers until>> you you will yield the full benefits of your investment. Oh, OK; I'm definitely up in the hundreds of hours but not in the 1000s yet.One thing I've noticed with the 600 Integrate... 
2-Way Advice: Magico S1,YG Carmal,Diablo Utopia
I just purchased a pair of Magico S1s for my 12x17 room.Previously I was using a pair of Revel F52s. I really like the Revel's but the S1s are definitely a step up in resolution and transparency, as one would expect for the price difference. The S... 
Shunyata Zitron ICs Anaconda vs Python
I was just going to create a new posting asking for differences between the Python and Cobra interconnects.I have an XLR pair of Cobra along with Cobra speaker cables and I find the sound very neutral and detailed. I also have an RCA Audience Au24...