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B&W what amp is best solid state or tube... guess
I have only used Krell in my big system. Tried Mark Levinson, but found it dark.Richard 
Plug in amp and suwfoorer to line conditioner?
No, do not plug the amp into a conditioner unless you have a small amp.Richard 
Request recommended cables for my system.
Before you buy any cable, contact Silent Audio and test drive the Apollo-A. I use them in my all Krell (big Class A's) system. They better cables costing 10 times the price.http://silentaudio.com/shell.asp?musictype=classical&station=609093Ric... 
Which Show to Attend?
I pretty much agree with Jaybo.Years ago, I heard what at the show was one of the best speakers. Later, I had the same speakers set up by the local dealer next to an other brand of the same price. The difference was night and day. The "show" speak... 
Favorite CD player around $2k or less used
Marantz SA14 placed atop the Neuance Platform. Total cost should be just under $1500. You will have a hard time beating it for under $5000.Richard 
How to ship my speakers out of state
It has been years, but I bought my B&W800 from the east coast and had them shipped via FEDEX second day air.Crated, they weight 768 pounds.Richard 
best shippers?
I repeat, try Ocean Air. They are the shippers that Krell uses.Richard 
Which speaker to replace Dunlavy SC-V?
Also,Have you listened to the bid Pipedreams? They would be my pick for cost-no-object speakers, especially if I had to give up by BIG actively bi-amped B&W800's.Richard 
Ampex Model 1250 Tubed Reel-to-Reel
I owned the Ampex F44, also of mid 60's vintage. It listed at the time for $600. Far and away the best sounding deck of it's day (not counting big pro models). Much better sounding than the Revox of the same era.I was in the business and could get... 
Which speaker to replace Dunlavy SC-V?
I am quite familiar with your speakers. If you like them, you would love the original B&W800's, especially if you actively bi-amp them.Richard 
Moody Blues "Question of bal." CD or SACD vs Vinyl
Rwwear,Could you be more specific as to the differences? Thanks,Richard 
Moody Blues "Question of bal." CD or SACD vs Vinyl
Nsgarch,The SACD of "Balance" has an instantly noticable fullness compared to the CD. I will eagerly await your response to find out if the vinal gives that same very noticeable difference.RichardPS> I too have a MUCH better system then when I ... 
best Direct TV HD receiver
If you have never used TIVO, you are missing out. 
High End Integrated Choices
Krell .... they mate great with B&W. And yes, you have GREAT speakers.Richard 
Best Universal player or SACD player for the money
I use the Marantz SA14 with an otherwise all BIG Krell/B&W system.Richard