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how much difference does a player make
Have a friend bring over a high end player or get your audio store to let you have a demo. You will be stunned at the difference a good CD player can make. 
What are the best pc speakers?
Here is a link to an M200 review and some other PC speaker optionshttp://www.3dsoundsurge.com/reviews/SwanM200/ 
Anyone heard the Scorpio?
I have heard them with VTL amps, an Ayre pre-amp & CD player and Transparent cables. Very natural sound, super imaging and great low end. Sterling midrange. In comparison in the store I liked them better than the Wilson Sophia. The Sophia was ... 
Looking for music that features congas, timbalis,
Thanks to all for the suggestions! 
Recommendations on a passive preamp
I have been very pleased with my Reference Line 1a passive. The desire for remote control overcame the hesitation at the price. A very well built unit. I have seen non-remote Reference Line passive go for as little as $400. 
Anyone use the Manley Labs Mono 100's?
Not exactly a perfect comparison but I used Manley 120 watt monoblocks (6550, KT88, KT 90 based) for about 2 years. I found the Manleys well constructed and laid out, easy to bias, and enjoyed the ability to switch from triode to pentode. The soun... 
CDP clicks between tracks.and at the begininning??
I found clicks on CDR's that were recorded at higher speeds but never on factory recorded CD's. The clicks are not mechanical however but reproduced through the speakers. A possiblity for you? 
Paradigm 5se Mk1- Resale value?
I see Tinker's offer and raise it by a half a bag of skittles. Paradigm gear seems to be coveted on a large internet auction website that shall remain nameless in this post. 
Audio Tweak gone bad...similar experiences?
Has anyone tried the WWII steel pennies?Someone in the Asylum says these are the only real way to get audible results. Using other types of pennies is senseless. 
Audio Tweak gone bad...similar experiences?
All this makes no cents! 
Looking For Single Source Tube Preamp
http://www.space-tech-lab.com/Products.htmlSpace tech has great sound, excellent quality and reasonable pricing. 
musical drummers...who are they ???
A few that were missed:Ainsley Dunbar (Zappa), Danny Seraphine (Chicago), Stewart Copeland (Police), Jeff Porcaro (Toto) 
Window Treatments to Remove reflected sound
Pleated fabric blinds work well. 
Hiss noise from speakers
Air leak-have your speakers sealed. 
Goldpoint Passive Preamps
Clio9-I have spoken with Scott Nixon on the phone about the Reference Line which he does own now. He checked the 1A out for the seller and performed some minor repairs then drop shipped it to me. I was leary going to a passive but Ralph Karsten at...