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Pre amp discussion/ recommendations sub $10k
- Russ69; I used to own a Cary pre i was quite happy with it after some mods.  - Carlsbad( jerry);  no I've got tube integrated's in my place already (845 SET and a el34 amp) I now have some very good mono amps the (Triode labs 2A3 SET amps) that... 
Improving my Preamp
I’m also looking for a preamp in a similar price range (for me its under 10K preferably under 8k). I’ve looked at LTA, Heron, mcintosh C22/c77, Luxman, Alnic( alnic’s stuff imo is not attractive at all) and Pass. I’d prefer a tube pre but gettin... 
Doesnt resistance mean same as impedance??
What is the difference between resistance and impedance? (physlink.com)      
Van Den Hul what is the best cart ?
Late comer here: Sibilance in my experience with VDH carts is usually VTA setting not correct.  They are quite sensitive to proper VTA and alignment, granted the arm is right for the cart to begin with.     
Brand new VPI Prime 21 or used Clearaudio Innovation compact
ikev20   Put your current weight in the middle of the adjusting range, then add washers until its balanced, then add the weight of the washers and the current counter weight's weight together and you have the weight needed for your cart. you'll h... 
NORDOST SORT FUT VS. ISOACOUSTICS GAIA
Just read Critical mass's product description and wow what a marketing statement. "The LS series of Center Stage2 products reduce stored loudspeaker cabinet resonances and entropy to a vanishing level resulting in enhanced clarity and musicality ... 
Power Cable for PS Audio Stellar Phono Stage
why not PS audio power cords?  PS audio recommending another manufactures power cable that's strangely fantastic.  
Where the heck are all these manufacturers coming from!
The pandemic has been very good for the audio industry as a whole, they are getting record sales. So many popping up taking advantage of this or the ones that were smaller are now larger due to larger sales etc. i suspect it will deflate soon enou... 
Rel Does Not Recomment Isolation Stands
Suppose all of REL's employees live in houses and not apartments/condos.   
Zu vs. Tekton? -- your comparisons on price, build, sound
I've had Tektons and as good as they sound (for the money) they are not made that well or should I say they are made to a price point. its the cabinet work that's lacking IMO, that is where they are saving money to keep the pricing down. From pict... 
Moving away from inefficient/low impedance speaker in order to move to a Tube Amp
why not try one of the better reviewed Chinese tube amps some of them are quite good and you can get 50-100wpc easily. Willsenton R8 for example is quite good for the money and very well built. made in the same factory as primaluna etc.    anoth... 
Desk top speakers at low cost
these PSB speakers have been my go to computer speaker for a couple years, there's a matching sub available as well.  I have the sub as well and its perfect for a computer system and near field listening. They have great dispersion as well. quite ... 
EL 34
I have a set of the Genelex gold lion kt77's I've tried them in two amps, both push pull, and find they are inferior to the similar gold lion 300b by a significant factor. I find the top end to be rather harsh and not very extended. I'm using a th... 
Top 5 Reaons to NOT BUY A TURNTABLE.
I think for the "new to turntable looker" he brings some solid issues to the forefront. I never recommend getting into vinyl if you have zero records and don’t have a current table. why its really not that much better, if at all, when comparing si... 
Can someone suggest a lush tube integrated under $3000 used
 On a whim got a Willsenton R8 (yes Chinese but very well made, made in the same factory as line magnetic stuff i believe)  and it's surprisingly well made and sounds very good if I do say. I have a bunch of tube stuff at home and its way bett...