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Just wanted to share that I got a new reviewing gig with Six Moons.com website
Congrats! 
Get your First Watt SIT-3 now?
dbarger:Awesome, glad to hear your thoughts.  I have about 5 more weeks before mine ships and I can't wait. 
What class of amplifier has the most high definition sound ?
Only opinion:High efficiency speakers with a First Watt amp.   
Get your First Watt SIT-3 now?
JetterNo problem, I am learning the HiFi world and your questions/comments and Al's excellent input is valuable to me in my pursuit of knowledge.  As to your situation, I agree with Al.  Your speaker efficiency pf 89 might not pair the best with t... 
Get your First Watt SIT-3 now?
@teo_audioI am not a DIY.   You'd think I could as I can rewire a house from weather head to outlet, but I have never worked with transistors.  A question becomes - could you switch out the Semi-south SITs to the Tokin SITs on a SIT-3 itself?  Or ... 
Overwhelmed and under experienced...
I don't know as if this reply will be much help but....The Cable debate is huge and as I was interested in new power cables for I spent days reading many hours the opinions on this site and many others.  Of course, the recommendations varied almos... 
Need DAC/Streaming Advice
Look at the Zen Mini MK3  High quality server with built in DAC (or can connect to any DAC)  Can import all your music, built in CD burner.  A very easy interface with iPang on your iPhone/iPad.  An optional linear power source available.   Spotif... 
Reco for a low power amp to try
I agree with roberjerman  I have a First Watt F7 that I LOVE.  But initially was powering my 87 dB sensitivity MarkAudio Sota Cesti Bs and at 20 wpc I had to crank it up to get semi-decent volume.  My Rethm Maarga at 98 dBs makes a HUGE difference... 
What area or country do you live in ?
St Louis, MOHere if you dont like the weather, just wait a day and it will be totally different 
What are the best speakers you have ever owned and why?
I, too, am relatively new to HiFi, have owned KLH, infinity, MarkAudio-SOTA but recently got a pair of Rethm Maargas.  WOW!  I guess maybe the horn sound is what I have always been after.  And with the powered bass it sounds great.I guess my favor... 
Power cord suggestions for Hegel integrated amp/dac?
Black Sand Audio has a Violet Z1 MKII (actually on sale at this time) which I found to be great PC upgrade at a reasonable price 
Best beginner system about 5,000.00
My two cents:The PS Audio Sprout 100 is a great little integrated amp and only about $600.  That leaves 90% of your budget for the other items.  You are going to get a million suggestions on speakers, but agree with those who will say you need to ... 
Favorite band or artist of all time?
Mr Neil Young 
Preamp Choice... a hard call for me.
Knowing this is all based on your ears and your taste, I recently purchased an Audio Hungary APR 204 pre-amp (paired with a First Watt F7) and the sound is beautiful.  I am sure will sound even better as it breaks in.  I enjoy the tube pre-amp wit... 
Higher Efficiency Speakers
Have you considered the Rethm Maarga?