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Looking for a very good integrated solid state amp
Melbguy. Have you heard the H300? I've heard the H200 and was truly impressed. I don't like the looks of it but I guess that doesn't matter and my wife is Scandinavian and can handle the looks. I'd be curious to find out if someone thinks the H300... 
Which songs or musical standards have haunted you?
I do not believe the OP meant haunting. The songs he mentions in the body of his post are far from haunting. Did anyone read his post or just the subject line? 
For the sound, or?????
I was reading up on the Rogue Sphinx and noticed the Pharaoh integrated which they're calling their flagship integrated. I've never heard a class D but I think they have the right idea with tubes in the pre amp section. 175 watts/8 ohms. 
Which songs or musical standards have haunted you?
Orpheus. I would say Bob Dylan's "Blowin' in the Wind". Written by Bob in 1962, it's been covered by hundreds of artists. Most notably Peter, Paul & Mary. Other covers have been by The Hollies, country guitar virtuoso Chet Atkins, Odetta, Doll... 
First favorite tune
Ghost. My wife's best friends father when growing up was a DJ out of Worcester Mass called Dick the Derby Smith. He was the first DJ to spin the Beatles in the U.S. He's a Trivial Pursuit question. She has find memories of the gold records that li... 
For the sound, or?????
Thanks Chayro. I'll look into the Bada. That 30 day money back guarantee is the icing on the cake. Wish we could do that with every amp. Gumby. I auditioned the Luxman l505u as well. Very nice but didn't have the authority of the Hegel H200. 
For the sound, or?????
Not a lot honestly. I still need to check out some others. Can you make some recommendations in the 5k range that might work well with Harbeth C7ES3's? I'm looking for a fair amount of power. I'm using a Rogue Cronus Magnum right now and it's awes... 
best speakers to match with the rogue Chronus magn
I run Harbeth C7ES3's with a Cronus magnum to great effect. A ton of speakers match well with the Cronus and you're the first Martin Logan I've seen. My friend uses Salk Song Towers with the Magnum and loves the combo although not that good for ro... 
Recommend An Electrician in Portland, Oregon
I would look one up in the phone book. Just make sure they're certified and insured. A dedicated circuit is the easiest thing an electrician will ever be asked to do. Seriously, it's impossible to not do a good job. 
For the sound, or?????
This is an interesting thread. I'm in the market for a solid state integrated. I auditioned the Ayre AX5 hoping I'd love it but it just doesn't work for me. A week later I auditioned the Hegel H200. Less than half the price of the Ayre and uglier ... 
First favorite tune
Saturday Night by the Bay City Rollers on 45. I'm a youngster. 
Cat damaged speaker, Help
The op wasn't stupid. The direction just took a turn in the wrong direction. I own a cat and I own a dog. I'll never get another cat but I love this one enough to not care about the resale value of my equipment. She's not the greatest cat ever. Sh... 
Most musical integrated amp you have heard?
Hey Southwind. Have you compared the H200 to H300? I've spent some time with the H200 and was impressed. I'm wondering if the H300 is worth the extra money. 
Who makes the highest quality tube gear?
Octave is the best I've personally heard and the build quality is spectacular. 
Any Alice Cooper fans?
lol Taters. I mentioned to a girl at work years ago that I was going to see Steely Dan. "Oh, I love him" was the reply I got.