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Synthesis LM260 Speakers?
I'm convinced the speaker in the provided link is the LM310.There is a "statement" version but it has separate woofer towers.The LM260 is about the same width as my former LM210s only taller and had the sloped baffle.I remember hearing the LM260s ... 
VPI Scout running FAST...help?
Dumb Question: Is the (almost) new belt sourced from VPI?If the belt isn't to VPI specs, it could affect speed. 
Synthesis LM260 Speakers?
At the time (early 90's) the large model was selling around $4000.Today, in good condition, I'd be happy with $1000. 
Hum from one set of IC, but not another
My Oppo 105 set shielded and unshielded ICs to buzzing when placed in a superior position (i.e., on top of).When Oppo moved to the side, all was well. 
Synthesis LM260 Speakers?
I owned the two-way bookshelf version and found them damn fine speakers(used with Velodyne ULD-12 subwoof).I auditioned the jumbo model but thought its treble too laid back for my taste.First rate build quality!Wish I had them back! 
Not asking the best....
Iron Butterfly: In-a-godda-da-vidaBlind Faith: Had to Cry TodayStones: Midnight RamblerAllman Bros: Blue Sky 
Ever notice most audio magazine cover are white?
Yogi: The keyword here is "most".ebm: I looked up the 8 (!) posts of yours (since 2004!).Have a little trouble making up your own mind do you? 
Fast forward 25 years, what will audio be like?
Sony has been granted patents to beam sound and video directly into your brain (I swear I read this somewhere!).You come home from work, put your slippers and your "Headman" helmet on and are transported to the reality of your choice. 
Ever notice most audio magazine cover are white?
Hey! You thought it was important enough to respond to! 
Where to Buy Audiophile Recordings with a Smile
For whatever reason, I'd never purchased the first King Crimson LP.I finally did at the 2013 T.H.E. show in 'Vegas.I didn't play it for over 8 months as my Music Hall 7 turntable had a broken cartridge wire and I couldn't get anyone to fix it (inc... 
$8000 budget on Pre-amp
Bigiron2: I use a BAT VK-300se and agree it's good stuff.Do you happen to know the vintage of the 6H30 tubes within?I've been pondering whether to spend the $300 apiece for theNOS military grade. 
See what Country song was 1 on the day you were b
Hank Williams: Jambalaya (On The Bayou)Not too shabby! 
Levinson 352H, or Bryston 4BSST, or...
Regarding the ARC Ref-5 SE:"it has taken away some of the clarity and detail that I'm accustomed to."Pray tell, What preamp are you using now? 
Speaker cable recommendations
It depends on what amplifier you use.I once owned an Almarro 318 which absolutely DID NOT like my HT Pro-9s.Switching to Nordost Blue Heaven made them happy campers. 
$8000 budget on Pre-amp
Audio Research Ref-5 SE