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Lightspeed Attenuator - Best Preamp Ever?
I have one comment or concern that I see in this otherwise great thread. It seems when one person has a different experience or opinion on this preamp their comments are dismissed and marginalized very quickly by some. The reason must be system m... 
Is this the END of DAYS for the high end CD player
No, not for high end. They still sound better to my ear :-) I love to handle the CD and am not near ready for diving into computer based audio. Still to much change and improvements for me to jump into it just yet. 
Any one ever replace caps or modify there Xovers
Yes, by all means replace the caps, resistors or any parts that are of low quality. Would a $10,000 - $15,000 speaker use a $15 cap and other lower quality parts? Yes is the answer.Simply read the value and replace! I did so on my Sound Lab speake... 
Slam possible with Tubes instead of SS ??
Interesting points on noise. While I tend to agree with Tvad and Mapman as noise through my speakers drives me crazy....What about all the noises in one's listening room that are certainly louder then some hiss trough speakers or mechanical transf... 
Slam possible with Tubes instead of SS ??
Rleff, yes I did consider those as well as the Wolcott P400's. I could not afford both the A1's and those big tube amps right now. I decided to try a used Sunfire Signature for $1500 and I was and continue to be amazed.I doubt any SS amp could mak... 
Slam possible with Tubes instead of SS ??
Atmasphere is 100% correct. I tried 200 and 300 watt SS amps on my Soundlabs and needed more power! My other SS amps rated up to 300 watts per side started to sound tilted up in the highs and a little bass shy as I turned up the volume over 80db o... 
Slam possible with Tubes instead of SS ??
My Soundlab A1 speakers seem to really open up with a very powerful SS amp. I am currently using a Sunfire Signature 600 x 2 amp that is amazing on this speaker. I know some will think no way a Carver amp can sound this amazing with SL speakers, b... 
$3500 to spend on a tube preamp....ideas?
Sorry to all, my post above was meant for another thread. All good preamps here and all good comments :-) 
$3500 to spend on a tube preamp....ideas?
I also agree with the last two posters on the nature of sharing on this site. However, I also think one's comments should be reasoned and reasonable. We can all say what we want and I don't want to change that. Yes, we even have the freedom to say... 
$3500 to spend on a tube preamp....ideas?
If dynamics is what you want and a better overall sound compared to the likes of the AR 26 then the Dude is a must. I have compared the Dude to the Lightspeed, Joule 150 and many, many other high dollar preamps (read my review here).These other pr... 
Review: Tube Research Labs Dude Tube preamp
I will say that Paul's power cord is a must on his gear. They really help the Dude and his amps come to life and fully reveal all these great pieces have to offer. 
the odyssey khartago
Electrocompaniet amps will do exactly what you desire.Based on your comments they make SS amps right in your sweet spot. 
Review: Tube Research Labs Dude Tube preamp
I used to own Paul's IC and they are a steal and wonderful. I mean wonderful! I now own some Fusion Romance IC's that are also top notch. I say both are top contenders with the Fusion having a touch more beauty and warmth while the TRL IC's are mo... 
Throwing your gear under the bus
Puchased and sold Merlin VSM speakers 3 times! 
Solid State Power Amps That Sound Most Like Tubes?
Bob Carver Sunfire Signature amp does sound very good indeed. Lots of warmth and body. I was very, very surprised how great the Sunfire Signature 600 x 2 amp is.