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Revel F12's ---- A very happy upgrade for me.
Is it possible that the F12s brought about an increased system synergy? Is it possible that increased system synergy trumps the speaker design differences between the Vandies and the F12s, and results in more music satisfaction? That may be what's... 
Budget USB cable?
I have two aftermarket usb cables Furutech and Wireworld. After months with the Furutech Formula 2, I casually re-inserted the Wireworld Starlight I had laying in a drawer just because I was not satisfied with what I have heard lately. The Wirewor... 
Amy Winehouse - Lioness
I'm with you. Her passing was the loss of a great voice. Too many just don't know it. 
Would you trust a local dealer to help you put
if a person doesn't want to expend time, effort and emotion, then a dealer may be the answer. 08-11-12: MrtennisThese are things I have spent, including money. But now I'm considering a different path to get some assistance, since doing this with ... 
Laying it on the line
Rx8man thanks for the link to the Triumph "Lay it on the line." I've always liked Triumph and that song. Bigkidz, I admire where you're coming from. Cjl, your post is intriguing. Finally, I really have enjoyed this thread and its many different in... 
Laying it on the line
Ditto Trelja. Bigkidz, thanks for putting yourself out there for criticism and having the guts to write of your experience. The source is very important and can make your speakers sound like different speakers. I won't detract from the importance ... 
Value Power Cords- LessLoss or Triode Wire Labs?
TWL does offer a 30 day trial. 
Revel F12's ---- A very happy upgrade for me.
Adam18, can you descrbie "far better?" 
Value Power Cords- LessLoss or Triode Wire Labs?
I have tried both cords. The Lessloss I sold after a while. I remember it as being rolled off in the highs. That was not what I was after. The Triode 8 I own now and have used it with my Bryston amp. I can't make up my mind about it. Keep in mind ... 
the quest for the best--within limits
Fellow enthusiasts, just say no to using the term "Best." 
Would you trust a local dealer to help you put
Whart, and everyone, in my original post, the premise is whether or not to trust a dealer to "help" put together a system for around 10k. Once the dealer does this, then the decision is made whether the sound of the system warrants a purchase. Thi... 
the quest for the best--within limits
Some are looking for confirmation (validation) for a component they've already identified as a potential purchase. 
Would you trust a local dealer to help you put
Very well thought out post Cmalak! Thank you for the excellent perspective. 
Would you trust a local dealer to help you put
Thanks for the responses, everyone. But of course, a dealer can make suggestions/recommendations, but the ears and judgement of the customer is the final arbiter and decision maker on what sounds good or not good. I suppose one simply trusts the d... 
Music to Impress my Kid's Friends?
Linkin Park would be one.