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A21 vs McCormack?
I will also recommend McCormack and SMcAudio, as the work they have done for me is beyond reproach.I have no knowledge of Parasound, but have known the brand to be of very good quality.The question is what are the other components of your system?I... 
Vandersteen 2WQ Subs and ARC Power amp
I probably should have pointed out Mr. V. can be a bit 'brusque'. Best to have all your information at hand, as well as well thought out questions.But, hey, he is doing this for free. How many manufacturers actually answer the phone to answer ques... 
Tube Amps With Good Bass Qualities
@mijosyn,From what I read, I did not find Ralph extolling his amps, but only providing an overview about what happens and why.Even with the smiley emoji, I think it not fair. Especially so when there are other dealers on Audiogon who would be much... 
Bose 301 modifications
I concur with the other posters. Don't bother with trying to make those speakers something they aren't.Unless you have lots of time and money to burn, there are better ways at getting sound quality-Like building your own speakers from scratch.Perh... 
Have you ever been blocked by an E seller here?
@stereo5 .I wouldn't care if I got blacklisted. Hifi Shark is your friend in these cases.Thankfully, the internet has balanced the power such dealers try to command.@uberwaltz,I concur.Bob 
Vandersteen 2WQ Subs and ARC Power amp
@scottwsmith , Good info.When I separate the subs from the speakers, yes, I hear a very faint sound from the subs. So, I suspect they are working. Moving to a lower impedance should provide an increase in bass response- at least it does for me.Wha... 
Sonus Faber peeling leather
@OP,That is a sad way to be introduced to a new speaker.I think the advice tablejockey gave is appropriate.If Sonus Faber is reluctant, I would get my money back.Bob 
Bose 301 modifications
The 301's were in a room of a dorm mate in the 70's.They were pretty nice for the time. If anything, I would just add a subwoofer to the system. Bose were always bass shy.What are you using with them?Bob 
Different systems playing same music simultaneously
Bluesound is probably what you want. A set of Nodes- and they don't have to be the latest edition, will give you what you want as a very competitive price.It is what I am using as I write...Bob 
Which amp for Vandersteen 3As?
Vandy's are not a difficult load for most amps.McCormack is a good choice.Belles is also highly recommended.If you want the best, then Ayre is the way to go.I only post this because I tried them all.One thing I will point out is that Vandy's seem ... 
Vandersteen 2WQ Subs and ARC Power amp
@stringreen Excellent point.@mr_m ,My subs have never been loud or boomy, in fact very subtle. I can only 'hear' them if I disconnect the speakers and play the subs separately.@scottwsmith ,Though mr_m gave you a caution, I would be hesitant with ... 
Ayre Codex vs. Lampizator Amber II
I was at Audioconnection a week ago and Johnny had an Aurender connected to the Codex (after running the Bluesound Node with the Codex).In short, I was amazed at how much cleaner the sound (esp. Bass), was.I contacted Aurender to find if I can hoo... 
Vandersteen 2WQ Subs and ARC Power amp
Another thought...Which taps are you using with the ARC?Bob 
Looking for a new preamp
+1 mofimadness.Bob 
Tube Amps With Good Bass Qualities
Atma Sphere.Bob