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Anybody heard Martin Logan Summits?
Thanks Jmpwme. Yes, please talk to the fine folks at Martin-Logan and arrange to have a pair of Summits sent over...(Don't we wish it were that easy!) Seriously though, I have to commend M.L. for their continuing efforts in refining and perfecting... 
What's Your Experience with Digital Switching Amp?
Guys -- what about the Red Dragon ICE based amp? "Intro" price of only $1650., with a 45 day audition period, and prepaid freight (in BOTH directions. At 1000 watts per channel, I am personally taking them up on their offer. What do I have to lose... 
Anybody heard Martin Logan Summits?
As someone who has owned Sequels, Aerius I's, ReQuests, Odysseys and Prodigys, I too would be interested to hear more "impressions" of the new Summits.Kjl -- you might also want to add the Genesis 6.1 to your short list, as they too have built in ... 
Antique Sound Lab Hurricane Problem
One should take note, however, that the latest version (beveled front sides, extruded case) have extensive reworking of the protection circuitry and the resistor issue seems to have been resolved. Just like a first year car (& the associated b... 
Antique Sound Lab Hurricane Problem
Welcome to the "love - hate" relationship that many experience with the Hurricanes! Actually sounds like you have a blown resistor at that tube socket (this happened to me as well...)Should be a fairly easy fix by a reputable tech. You should have... 
McCormack DNA 500
George! The DNA500 is on my current "short list". Just wondering if you have heard any of the latest X .5 series Pass amps & how they might compare?Thanks,Dennis 
New H20 Signature S250
Jeff: great "mini" review. I too, have had the pleasure of hearing Larry's system a couple times. Last time was prior to his Sound Lab "extreme make-over", so I can only imagine how good they sound now!OK..., I have heard the H2o, and mostly agree... 
Anyone own/auditioned new Genesis G6.1's ?
Anyone else out there in audio-land heard the 6.1's ??! 
Spectron Musician 3 First Impressions?
Not really Darrell, just an "afflicted" audio-nut like the rest of us.Good to see the list of what other amps you've owned as I am finally learning that the only way to tell if an "impression" or review (pro or otherwise) is worth considering, is ... 
Spectron Musician 3 First Impressions?
Darrell --Glad to hear that you grabbed a slice of sonic nirvana with the MkIII. Just for comparisions sake, what other amps have you owned?Thanks 
Progressive Rock
Iseekheils -- I'm not sure if you own a turntable, but you simply haven't HEARD "Octopus" til you've heard a decent vinyl pressing of this great recording.In my system, the bass is at least a full octave deeper, and all other parameters (dynamics,... 
Any experience with the Nuforce Ref 8 mono amps?
Sounds interesting. Again, with the 30 day trial (and the low cost) seems like a minimal risk.I'm thinking of ordering a pair of the 8b mono blocks but wonder if 100 watts per side would be enough for electrostats in a good size room?Did they soun... 
Which Solid State Amplifier is Making you Happy?
Thanks Fplanner for your honest, candid reply. 
Which Solid State Amplifier is Making you Happy?
Fplanner -- Just curious as I too am in the market for an amp in this category, are you referring to the Halo JC-1's that you compared your DNA500 to?For what it's worth, I think I've got my selection narrowed down to the PASS 250.5, Mc DNA500, an... 
Review: TAD (TubeAudioDesign) TAD 150 Signature Tube preamp
Hello Jig. I did not have to float the ground. Have it running through my PS Audio P300, Multi-Wave II, set in "tube" mode.I am using a SignalCable MagicPower cord. Have not rolled tubes, (I think the original supplied tubes are "cryo'd".