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Best Subwoofer for Magnepan speakers
Vandersteen 2WQ. 
which subwoofer?
Vandersteen 2wq with Model 5 crossovers! 
Review: Magnepan MG-3.6r Speaker
Rooze-Thanks for the recommendation on the Cardas Jumper kit. I put one in my system and agree with you that they make a big difference in opening up the Maggies. Best-Gary 
AR Turntable Website going online today
Sometimes I can't believe that I still have a AR XB from 1976 that my wife uses in her darkroom. 28 years old, never had a problem, still has original belt and still looks like new. You have to love that. 
What's Your Favorite Rollins album?
I have to admit I thought of Henry Rollins as well...Although I think I play Sonny plus 4 and Saxophone Collosus today. 
Review: Magnepan MG-3.6r Speaker
Rooze-Nice review. Where did you get the Cardas Magnepan Cable Kit? Thanks-Gary 
What readily available LP's should I consider
My recommendation would be to pick up as many of the Analogue Productions 45 Jazz series now before they are out of print. At $50 a pop it gets expensive real fast. But trust me you won't be sorry you did. Start with Sonny Rollins "Saxophone Colos... 
SS amp to mate with an Audio Research SP-16L
Canucks0- Have you thought about trying an Audio Research 100.2. This model was just recently discontinued. You can usually find one used for about $1800. This amp has long been considered the best solid state that audio research has ever produced... 
Are horn speaker colored or more open and dynamic?
Wellfed and Ejlif, I noticed that you both use Walker hi def links in your systems. How do you like them and what is the benefit of using them? I've been curious. I have both a single driver and also a planar system. Best-Gary 
Your choice of EL34's
Albert-Where can you find KT77's. I have a second system that I'm running with Quicksilver mini monos and Moth Audio Cicadas. I've recently purchased a quad of GE 6L6 GC's which are incredibly holographic. I've heard good things about the KT77 but... 
ARC 100.2 pop and hum
The turn on noise is normal. The unit runs dead quite during oreration. I also delete the groung plug and leave mine on 24/7. Sounds like something else is wrong. 
100w tube vs ss for Mag 3.6s
I use the ARC 100.2 with my Maggie 1.6's and find the combination to be amazing. The 100.2 replaced my Ayre V3 of which I never thought would happen! The 100.2 with a good tube pre (I use the Audible Illusions M3A) will give you all the authority ... 
Audible diffferences between Vandy 2w & 2wq
Sdzink-I have been thinking about getting a 2Wq to go with my Maggie 1.6's. I have been thinking about only getting one. What do you feel the difference is between one a two subs running with the Maggies. By the way my room is 14X25. Thanks in adv... 
AR 100.2 or Aragon 8008BB?
I'm glad your likeing the 100.2. Instead of the Wadia 830 try and find an 850 and run it balanced into the 100.2. You should be able to find one around for low 2K. That is truly a match made in heaven. With the Wadia its better to go sans preamp. ... 
AR 100.2 or Aragon 8008BB?
I will have to agree with Slowhand. At this point and time it is good circut design that makes the difference, not solid state vs tubes, it is the year 2001 not 1978.For gods sakes listen to the designs of Jeff Rowland and Charlie Hansen! Both sol...