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Vandersteen Treo CT
Thanks all.  Johnny R’s comment is promising regarding the Quicksilver. Would love to stop by audioconnection but live in southern Calif. so will have to check out another dealer. I’m not averse to upgrading my amp at some point but prefer not to ... 
Vandersteen Treo CT
I am thinking seriously of getting a pair of Treo CTs but am concerned they will perform adequately with my current integrated amp. I have a Line Magnetic 518ia SET rated at 22wpc. Any thoughts if this amp will drive the Treo CTs?  I currently hav... 
Best integrated for PSB Imagine T2's
Not sure if your response above was to me or jbhiller. The Primaluna HP is his favorite. I had the Prologue Premium and while nice I much prefer my current LM 518.... that's why I sold the PL. I don't suggest the PL Prologue Premium with the T2's ... 
Best integrated for PSB Imagine T2's
Edit:  meant to say get the Dialogue level not the "Prologue" which is what I had. Sorry....... 
Best integrated for PSB Imagine T2's
easola01:I responded earlier discussing my current integrated LM 518ia and T2's. Prior to this, and overlapping for about a year, I had a Primaluna Prologue Premium integrated amp. Primaluna is an excellent integrated. Sonically I preferred the EL... 
Manley Chinook question
My understanding is the Chinook is warranted for 5 years to any owner as long as the original owner sent in the warranty card when it was new, so if buying used get the serial number and call them to ensure it is still under some warranty?  I thin... 
Manley Chinook question
I bought a used Chinook here on Audiogon. I had for about a year and it started to hum pretty loud. I called Manley and they were fantastic on the phone. I actually boxed up the Chinook and took it to The SHOW in Irvine where they had a booth. The... 
Best integrated for PSB Imagine T2's
I have PSB Imagine T2's hooked up to a Line Magnetic 518ia (22 wpc). This amp powers the T2's just fine...I am never past 11 o'clock on the volume control even listening at my "max."  LM has released the 508ia since I bought my 518 and is 45 wpc I... 
Preamp for a Line Magnetic i518?
facten...thanks for the info. Obviously the 5751 is compatible change for the 12ax7?  What is the benefit for lower gain in your opinion? 
Preamp for a Line Magnetic i518?
genjamon: thanks for the response. I had put getting a preamp on hold for a few months but am thinking of it again. I did review some info on the Don Sachs and based on that and your experience with this and others I am seriously thinking of addin... 
Vandersteen Treo vs 3A Sig as upgrade
hifiman5 -- yes I will have to take my amp in and see how the Treos respond since he does not carry LM gear.  Thanks for the suggestion. cedargrove -- if he has the 1s I'll try those too...thanks.  
Vandersteen Treo vs 3A Sig as upgrade
Great thread everyone....have read it all. I was just introduced to Vandersteen speakers.  Fantastic in my opinion. Unfortunately it was the Sevens and Quatros, which I can't afford!  But, I could afford the Treos or Treo CT, but haven't as yet he... 
Need suggestions for a MC Cart for my VPI Prime
I have an Ortofon Cadenza Bronze to sell....excellent condition (about 100 hours). PM if interested :) -- used on VPI Prime.  Currently using Lyra Delos and Ortofon 2M Bronze so Cadenza Bronze not needed at this point. In any event either the Delo... 
Cartridge reccomdations?
I have a Lyra Delos on my Prime/10" 3D tonearm.... love it. Prior to it I had an Ortofon Cadenza Bronze (now want to sell). The Bronze is great but very warm in my current full tube setup (LM 518 and Chinook phono). The Lyra Delos is just right...... 
Preamp for a Line Magnetic i518?
fjn04,yes I keep in touch with Matt. I bought my LM 518ia from him as well as my LM 515 CD player. Great guy!I have absolutely no lack of VC now. I listen pretty loud sometimes and never go past 11 o'clock. Do you think adding a preamp might affec...