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Class D amplifiers. What's the future look like?
@fleschler Wrote: As well as other new applications of technology such as Westminster Labs sliding bias voltage Class A cool running higher power solid state amps? If it runs cool, it's not true class A. Also, Krell had sustained plateau slidi... 
Benchmark or McIntosh....
@onhwy61 Wrote: It appears some of you are not buying into the concept of multiple 21" subwoofers. Isn’t being an audiophile about taking it to extremes? I agree! I would not use 7 21" subwoofers. I WOULD use 7 32" subwoofers! LOL 😎 Mike  
looking for an integrated amp in the $1500 range
@stereo5 Wrote: If you want to waste your money, buy an amp.  If you want to solve your problem, get higher efficiency (93db and higher) speakers.  Buying a bigger or more powerful amp will NOT help low level listening.  I agree! 😎 Mike  
Subwoofers: Ported or sealed?
@joekras25 Wrote: Subwoofers: Ported or sealed? Ported! 😎    
Somewhat of an oxymoron - speaker stands for the floor for bookshelf speakers.
@smerk Wrote: And how does the speaker stay on the stand without fear of knocking the speaker off  - if accidently bumped?  Velcro! Mike  
Horns with good timbre and tonality?
Project Everest DD67000 Project Everest DD67000 Dual 15-inch (380mm), 3-way Floor standing Loudspeaker Mike  
At what price is one considered an Audiophile.
@phusis +1 Mike  
XLR cables for a reasonable price?
@j-wall Wrote: @atmasphere hey Ralph, why don’t we have a balanced speaker cable yet? Is this possible? I don’t think it’s possible. With that said, active balanced speaker crossovers are possible. 😎 Mike  
How important are spikes?
@emergingsoul Wrote: How important are spikes? See article below: 😎 Mike https://www.enjoythemusic.com/magazine/equipment/0422/Ten_Misconceptions_About_Loudspeaker_Spikes_Review.htm  
XLR cables for a reasonable price?
@hifinut51 Wrote:  Just wondering if it is necessary to buy ultra-expensive XLR interconnects to get the most out these components. Maybe the article below can help you decided: 😎 Mike http://www.atma-sphere.com/en/resource-why-balanced.html  
All Pre 1970 Vintage speakers suck! Prove me wrong
@roxy54 Wrote: You’re wrong about Altec A7’s and Khorns, as well as some Electro Voice I agree! I like the JBL Olympus with S8R loudspeaker system and Electro Voice Patrician 800. 😎 Mike  
Am I wasting money on the theory of Bi-amping?
Passive or active bi-amping should not be undertaken without first asking the manufacturer’s advice. See article below: Mike Making the Case for Active Crossovers vs. Passive  
Tube Preamps Should Have This Feature
The Schiit  Freya + will do just that, see below: Mike Whisper-Silent Tube Stage—With Tube Shutdown ''Now, you can enjoy a tube preamp without the hiss and hum of classic designs. Freya+ offers super-quiet tube modes with DC heaters and semi-ci... 
Need advice for bi-amping or tri-amping Sonus Faber Aida speakers
👍 Mike  
Quick subwoofer like SVS micro 3000
@resveratrol3 Wrote: Is there any concern that 12" woofers wouldn't be "quick" as the 8" woofers in 3000? No! Fast Bass, Slow Bass - Myth vs. Fact see article below best of luck: Mike http://www.soundstagenetwork.com/maxdb/maxdb061999.htm