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List of top phono preamps best
For fully balanced for even less than $3000 look at the Aqvox. Just got a rave review. 
About the new Wilson Audio Watt/Puppy 8
Wilson speakers will show whatever you put behind them. That being said, if you like the ARC house sound you will like Wilsons w. ARC. If you like VTL or Lamm then ...same thing. There are a few different camps of sound in the tube word. Some w. m... 
TAD-803 2 way speaker review
Check www.nysound.com 
Tom Evans "The Groove" Power cord...
It increased smoothness of the treble offering more air. Body was increased as well. That is all I can remember. It was a while ago. 
Tom Evans "The Groove" Power cord...
I had the Groove. I used the standard cord and then the Elrod Signature. I wouldn't listen to the Groove without an Elrod cord. I am sure other cords can be very good as well, but for me a power cord upgrade was necessary. 
VTL TL-7.5 Series II upgrade anyone?
Based on their description the minor shortcomings (1 major one in the gain dept) are all addressed. It should be worth while. 
Tube Comparisons on VTL 7.5
I did a comparison of Sylvania 3 mica 5751s, GE 3 mica black plate 5751s, and Mullard 12AX7s. I liked them all. The Sylvania have great mids but didn't have the bloom. The GE were also great with great extension & speed but no enough bloom. My... 
VTL TL-7.5 Series II upgrade anyone?
I am attaching the press release,LOS ANGELES — June 1st, 2006 — Recent breakthroughs have resulted in a major upgrade to one of VTL’s most important products - the TL-7.5 Reference Linestage Preamplifier. Four years after introducing the TL-7.5 to... 
WILSON AUDIO/ cost vs. value
If we truly want to discuss his margins, we need to know what salary David Wilson is paying himself, his wife & what his employee payroll is. His advertising budget is enourmous as well. Also, he can do some innovative bookkeeping to keep the ... 
WILSON AUDIO/ cost vs. value
Undertow,Tell me about your research. I just don't get what you are saying. I wonder what speaker VTL use to voice their products. You should give them a call. Maxx IIs. What cable manufacturer uses Wilson (probably one of many), Transparent. Has ... 
WILSON AUDIO/ cost vs. value
Gdoodle,WP don't weigh 700 Lbs. Maybe shipping weight is that high but not the speakers. Just to point out, the most important reason for the WP8 upgrade was that the EU's laws about lead meant the WP could no longer be sold starting next year sin... 
Airtangent vs Kuzma airline
Mike,A word of advise. The Dynavector needs a long time to break in. Just let it play for at least 100 hours. I would almost say don't listen as you will be dissappointed. After about maybe 200 hours all of a sudden it will just "snap" into place.... 
WILSON AUDIO/ cost vs. value
Boa2 & Tvad,What equipment, source components & cabling did they use for the Demo. I am very curious. Woodburger,What are you using for your system cables? I agree it is all system synergy & setup is critical. All I need to do is chang... 
Airtangent vs Kuzma airline
I am hearing great things about Shindo preamps which include a built in phono stage. I have never listened to it but a few people I know have been giving their preamps specifically very high compliments. In truth a premap with a built in phono sta... 
Airtangent vs Kuzma airline
Ebarker2,I read you review of the Tron Seven. It was very appealing. I owned a Groove that I thought was excellent except for the inability to adjust it for different cartridges. I am also curious about the new VTL phono stage. It will be without ...