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I want an inexpensive chinese tube power or integr
I have a Sheng-ya hybrid integrated which I love for a second system. This integrated is also sold under the Vincent and Kavent names. All you have to do is replace the original Chinese tubes with better ones. 
Which allround speaker ?
Try to listen to Merlin VSM-MXe. They have a lot of fans here and I like them very much. 
Well Tempered Reference Vs Nottingham
If any of you wanted to "upgrade" from the Well Tempered Reference, what would you get? 
German Physiks - A huge "wow"
I heard these speakers at the CES and can't agree more with you. The sound was great. Unfortunately the price isn't. 
Quad 57 stacked v Wilson watt puppy 6/7
I once had a diy version of the Mark Levinson HQD. This consisted of stacked Quads, Decca super ribbons and I added two transmission line subwoofers. Probably the best system I have ever had. It was triamped. However, getting older I moved to a co... 
Well Tempered Reference Vs Nottingham
Hifibri: You have read my mind. I have had a Well Tempered Reference table and arm for about 17 years and have really gotten the upgrade itch. I am now waiting for my Walker Motor Controller to arrive and will see if it does it. If it doesn't then... 
Well Tempered Reference Vs Nottingham
I agree with Jaybo. This would be a step backward. 
Designer Hall of Fame
Jud Barber of Joule Electra for giving us another choice for OTLs along with Ralph Karsten. Futterman started it all and although his amps were problematic I feel that these two guys should be honored for realizing that OTLs are the way to go with... 
Designer Hall of Fame
Bobby Palkovic of Merlin Music 
Best video upscaling chip?
I second Mitch. Some of my SD-DVDs look alsmost HD with the XA-2 so it doesn't bother me too much that HD is dead. 
Joule Electra LA150 MkII or Lamm LL2 Deluxe?
I agree with all the above responses. Haven't heard the Lamm but I have had the Joule LAP-100, then upgraded to the 150, then sold that and bought a Joule LAP-150 MKII. The P means it has a phono stage. It is an amazing preamp and I am very happy ... 
Used CD player for under $2000
I have an Audio Aero Prima CD player and am very happy with it. Just make sure you get the latest model. I've seen them used on Agon for $1600 and less 
Monitor Suggestion - $ 2000 max
Merlin TSM-MMe. Can be had for under $2000 used. 
Built-in phono stages
I am extremely happy with my Joule LAP 150 MKII full function preamp. The phono section is the Joule OPS-1 which is the same phono preamp that was used in the previous Joule preamps. It has 60 db of gain and the impedance can be varied but I just ... 
Have WTT Reference and itch to upgrade
Thanks for your response. Did you feel that the sound was much better with the Basis and Graham? Don