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Let's roll: what pre-amp tubes should I consider next?
Thanks for all the responses. Lots to think about on the NOS front. I have tried Gold Lions 12ax7s, and they didn't suit my tastes. In my system, they sounded lean and a bit bright up top - though I know they have a reputation for being dead neutr... 
Ayre Codex vs. Lampizator Amber II
I own the Lampizator Amber Mk 2, which I consider an exceptionally good DAC. Unfortunately I haven't heard the Ayre Codex, and can't offer a comparison. I reviewed it last year for another forum (read it here: https://www.avforums.co.za/index.php?... 
What is your speaker ownership history since 1995?
- Large box Kenwood speakers with about four drivers (can’t recall the model)- Tannoy MX1- Tannoy MX2- Monitor Audio Bronze BX2- Wharfedale Diamond 10.1 - B&W 685 (S1)- Monitor Audio RX1- Vandersteen Model 1- Spendor A5 (still own and in use i... 
WLM v Tannoy, monitors v floor standers
roxy54, I had them for an extended period of time, so they were fairly well broken in. They were rather nasty straight out of the box though.