glfrancis2

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Dream/upgrade list: rogue ares
I would like to upgrade the mm AT 120Eb cart in the pioneer. Too bright on some albums. 
Dream/upgrade list: rogue ares
Wow...I think this might have to stay on my dream list. Thank you for the detailed response  
US made, integrated tube preamp able to handle KT150 tubes?
How often do you have to bias the tubes on a rogue? Manual dexterity (tremors) is not my strength. looks like a fairly simple process  
US made, integrated tube preamp able to handle KT150 tubes?
Right now all I have to go on are reviews that I have read. I am open to other tube options. 
US made, integrated tube preamp able to handle KT150 tubes?
Primaluna is top of my list, but any issues with where to go for warranty work (made in china)? I know any reputable local dealer would offer some level of support (?) 
US made, integrated tube preamp able to handle KT150 tubes?
Typo ...integrated amp, not preamp. Posting from my phone 
Broken hearted...magnepan and vandersteen
Enjoying the search. thank you for the suggestions.  
Broken hearted...magnepan and vandersteen
I have considered something like that also. Anyone have Spatial Audio? Since that has been mentioned here, they intrigue me 
Broken hearted...magnepan and vandersteen
Fantastic suggestions. if I am seriously pondering quattros, there have to be a lot of other speakers to listen to. The salk and spatial audio intrigue me. But difficult to hear any of these. FWIW, I have a mild case of OCD and research things, es... 
Broken hearted...magnepan and vandersteen
Yes, my fiance and I were on a weekend trip to Atlanta. David and all the guys at Hifi Buys were great.  
Broken hearted...magnepan and vandersteen
The elac integrated comment was more rant than a comment on my budget. Could I have Walked out with some prima luna gear and quattros... yes. But I was disappointed that my previously conceived plan involving the 1.7i were blown out of the water. ... 
Broken hearted...magnepan and vandersteen
Ok...I did say to my fiance when listening that it was not a fair comparison. I realized that at the time. The vandersteen just opened the door to the type of sound that I liked. I will probably get the unifi ub5 with an integrated amp. Save my mo...