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SONIC FRONTIERS LINE 3...TUBES & CAPS upgrade
That is a good rate and Chris knows his creation and after you listen to it for awhile you could tell tell him what your looking to change in terms of sound quality. Because he created it he will know what to do for you. A good tech is not a desig... 
This might just be the end of brick and mortar
Amen David12! 
This might just be the end of brick and mortar
Business has and continues to change. Going direct is indeed good business and one can indeed save big sums of money. Often times the gear is also much better. Small boutique companies making extraordinary gear out of passion and innovation. We ar... 
Capacitor log Mundorf Silver in Oil
Thanks for the comments Norm. 
Name That CD Player
Well I am thrilled! What prize do I get? Happy we were able to help you. 
Name That CD Player
Electrocompaniet EMC 
Do I really need a preamp?
What about the recording engineers of the world? Should they be eliminating gain stages? They in fact use them right? Fact is eliminating these gain stages does impact dynamics. High frequencies compress all together so you can hear everything at ... 
Do I really need a preamp?
Go into a studio and see they always have a pre gain stage ,..... Always.Can certainly get good sound with a passive, no doubt. All about preferences. No need for the active to be tube....just my preference. 
Capacitor log Mundorf Silver in Oil
Has anyone ever compared the well reviewed ASC 386 power supply caps to the newer Clarity TC line of film power supply caps? The problem with the ASC caps is they are not offered in values over 50-60uf. The Clarity TC caps have values up to 600 uf... 
Capacitor log Mundorf Silver in Oil
Reporting back on the Path Audio resistors after full burn in. They are simply beautiful sounding and pull of the balancing act of being very resolving and smooth and the same time. These are a must try for crossovers folks. They are the Duelund/J... 
Do I really need a preamp?
You will have to listen yourself my audio friend. For me a great tube preamp is an absolute must and sets the stage for the whole system and experience. A preamp is not needed in terms of getting sound out of your system, but for many, a preamp is... 
This might just be the end of brick and mortar
What!? Real high end is available direct from the builder and stores are not the only place to get real high end gear. Where did that statment come from? 
Remoding Speakers Has An Effect On Resale Value
I sold two sets of speakers I modified at higher prices than I paid. It only takes one educated buyer to recognize a good value in a modified speaker. By educated, I mean a buyer who recognizes great parts and good work. Most likely another who mo... 
Review: Lahave Audio Khara Speaker
I still love the speaker. I have done a pretty involved mod however. I placed the internal crossover outside the speaker and upgraded all the parts substantially. As it now stands it is the best speaker I have owned to date. My last upgrade was us... 
Absolute top tier DAC for standard res Redbook CD
Agreed