erock79

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Most economical way to ship large speakers?
Agree with above advice, try UShip. I had an awkward pair of Dahlquist DQ-10s brought from Chicago to Tulsa for half what others were charging.   
Anyone using 2 preamps in their rig?
I use 2 pre in one of my systems. Have a McIntosh C52 and utilize a fixed output from the C52 into a C20. It provides the best of both worlds- modern solid state and vintage tube. And both can operate driving different pairs of speakers individual... 
Please recommend speakers for 45 watt SET amps
I believe that horns love tubes and agree with others who have recommended Klipsch. Specifically, I think the Forte IV’s hit a sweet spot and may be a good fit for your room size.   
A comparable phono preamp
I highly recommend the Sutherland offerings. They have models to meet a variety of budgets and provide tremendous value with wide range of impedence and gain adjustments.   
Creedence on vinyl
The 50th anniversary half speed pressed at Abbey Road Studios is a gem. I believe it’s available as a box set or by individual album.   
can I connect 2 sources directly to power amp (one XLR one RCA)
I have done this on a McIntosh MC462, which has a selector switch on the back. It worked. But when I unplugged the XLR cables, volume on the RCAs increased significantly. I’m unsure why?  
Klipsch Forte III Test
So satisfied was I with the Forte III’s that I purchased a pair of Forte IV’s as well. The IV’s have more refined mids IMO. On the right amp, I have not experienced listening fatigue as is sometimes the case with horn drivers. The Forte pair wonde...