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Amps Atma-Sphere M-60 Mono blocks OTL design
Finally got the Treo's installed and with the Atma-Sphere amp and pre, they sound wonderful. 
Looking for a Speaker Recommnedation
I finally got my AQ Rockefeller's reterminated and double bi-wired installed. Ah, the Treo's sound wonderful with Atma-Sphere amp and pre.They totally dissolve in the room. 
Chris Harban Woodsong Audio...my experience...super good!
You should add his web link.Oh, never mind.http://www.woodsongaudio.com/index.htmlI love how many talented independent designers there are in the US. 
Interesting look at THD
I think I am missing something.B 
Saturday Afternoon at the Opera, often live, from The Metropolitan Opera
I wish American audiences wouldn't cough so loudly during performances. I have a Jasha Horenstein performance for the Mahler 6th, and you didn't hear one sneeze.But, yes, I agree.Is  WQXR broadcasting it in high definition?Bob 
Amps Atma-Sphere M-60 Mono blocks OTL design
As an owner of 'vanilla' MA-1's, I can say they exceed all my expectations. I can hardly believe that he can 'improve transparancy' or 'smoothness'. But, now you got me thinking maybe I should....Bob 
Subwoofer cable question for those in the know...
As they only need to relay lower frequencies, sub cables don't need to be as highly configured as regular speaker cables.Even Vandersteen supplies rather ordinary cable with his subs. I use Cable Solutions, as recommended by Almarg.http://www.cs1.... 
This is My Music on CBC FM, Saturday mornings
I miss the old radio classical hosts.Robert J. Lurtsema, Steve Post, Duncan Pirnie et al.Classical music was so much more interesting when they hosted.Nice to know that CBC is offering something similar. I have to give it a listen.Bob 
What to add or change for my system?
If it sounds good, why tempt fate? If not, then tell us what you are lacking or think you are lacking?Bob 
Wilson Audio Haters
Nice post Dustin.I have only heard the Sabrina's, but their presentation got me interested in Wilson speakers. 
Agoners: Need Advice! Have 3K to spend on an Amp, what do I do with no way to audition?
I would add McCormack to the list.  
Amps Atma-Sphere M-60 Mono blocks OTL design
@ozzy The Atma-Sphere amps do get hot. In fact, they raise the temperature about a few degrees 2 feet away (I have to relocate my thermostat to the opposite side of the wall now). Though I have opted to mount them on the wall rather than a rack, s... 
Chord Dave or Ayre QX5 Twenty DAC???
My friend had the Chord Dave and Bricasti M1 SE. He said, "it's not even close, the Chord Dave is more musical, better separation, and better mids/highsFor that amount of money, I hope it is. 
Time for a new tube system.
Cary is a respected manufacturer and offers repair as well as upgrades.Why don't you call them to see if your amp can be updated?Though if you get the B&W you probably need more power, especially with the 3ohm minimum.If you are looking for so... 
stats
I think the only person to make that decision is you.All three are respected companies. All three have different sound qualities. Time for you to do some auditions...Bob