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Linear Tube Audio Aero DAC
I heard the Aero in two different rooms at CAF. Pure magic says I, who is luke warm at best to digital sound reproduction. Heard it twice in the Daedalus room which is a very familiar sound for me—excepting the new LTA monos which were new to my e... 
Who is excited about Capital Audiofest 2023?
Different take on Clayton Shaws new speaker. Heard it twice—Saturday and Sunday. For the money maybe the best value at the show. However, unlike some other folks here I would give considerable credit to the LTA integrated and, particularly, their ... 
Herron Audio...Still in business
Long time Herron fan here and owner of a Reference 360 linestage and VTPH-2a phonostage. I am in regular contact with Keith, whom I consider a friend, and just had an email exchange with him about a week ago. @mulveling is spot on about the reliab... 
Harbeth: HL Compact vs HL7 Compact
I had a pair of HL Compacts which I enjoyed for many years. I'm not an expert on the various iterations of the C7 but my recollection is that the HL Compact was the first Harbeth speaker to feature the Radial midrange driver, which has since been ... 
Best Full-Function Preamplifier
All helpful discussion and suggestions so far. I agree (conceptually) that placing it all in one box has advantages, thus the question. I'll take a closer look at the units mentioned.  
Best Full-Function Preamplifier
@thecarpathian Actually, I don't think so. While there are quite a few top tier linestages with internal DACs, phonostages not so much. Particularly full-function phonostages that allow MM and MC (with plenty of adjustment for load, etc.) that are... 
Looking for Turntable Reccomendations
How about a PTP Audio Solid 12?  
I'm going to buy my first tube amp. I need honest blunt opinions
+1@gold prentice I am not confident you will appreciate any of the suggested components give your square room and setup. I would suggest moving the speakers closer together if possible and then moving your chair closer to them aiming for the golde... 
Well built, aesthetically pleasing wooden cabinets
Daedalus Audio for sure!  
Speaker that are 'KEEPERS" for the long haul!!!
Well for me maybe “brand” for the long haul. I’m on my third pair of Daedalus Audio loudspeakers going back nearly 20 years. My current Apollo’s (V2) are by far the best of the lot—sonically and visually stunning! The only thing that would tempt m... 
Review: Pure Fidelity Harmony Turntable
For those who are interested a new review of the Harmony just popped on Audiophilia which covers MK 2 updates and the new Conductor speed control unit. https://www.audiophilia.com/reviews/2019/3/8/pure-fidelity-harmony-turntable  
High end speakers at low volume
IME every recording has a “correct” volume where all sounds as it should. I have, over the years, thought about writing the number down on the inner sleeve so I can just dial it up after dropping the needle—no need to figure it out every time I pl... 
Air conditioning for audiophiles.
+1 @theaudiotweak the only way to get where you want to go!  
Has Your Hobby Changed?
On the cusp of big changes so curious how things will play out. After decades in a shared living area working around everyone’s music preferences and the TV I am building a home with a dedicated room that will be acoustically isolated from the res... 
Audio Research Saved!
That is indeed good news but I hope it is coupled with a change in their business model. ARC has frustrated many loyalists with the release of new "improved" models far too frequently, pushing down resale values for those who are left holding the ...