grannyring

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How can a 40 watt amp outshine a 140 watt amp
Am I really reading that all amps sound alike here on Agon and some actually think this is true. Come on - really?This test and article must be a joke of some kind right?My goodness I hear differences as true and real as day is from night with my ... 
Review: Tube Research Labs Dude Tube preamp
Ya Bugredmachine, love to see a pic of your blue Dude faceplate. That sounds very interesting indeed. 
Anyone with W4S amps and preamp
PebI am using a Bel Canto Pre 3 that can be has for $950 used while my tube pre is being made.It is wonderful sounding and would be the perfect upgrade for you.Boy does this little unit sing! 
Velodyne DD Plus: New King of the Jungle?
Thanks for the info Audiofeil!I cross mine at 50 htz with my Soundlab A1 speakers. 
Velodyne DD Plus: New King of the Jungle?
Even the DD15 - the original - is a great sub.Very musical and easy to blend with your main speakers. It has been the best sub I have owned.Enjoy( 
Velodyne DD Plus: New King of the Jungle?
Audiofreekgeak,The DD15 is a great sub and my experience could not be more opposite of yours. It blends wonderfully with Soundlab speakers.No marketing pitch just two folks who love a product. I suppose system set up, room, room placement and one'... 
Best preamp for 2k-3k
Thanks Macdadtexas 
Best preamp for 2k-3k
MacdadtexasYou have heard the TRL Dude vs the Cary in a system?I like the Cary and have owned it, as good as it is the Dude really stood outvs the Cary.Did you really listen to the Dude? 
Review: Tube Research Labs Dude Tube preamp
Knghifi, where do you get those Shuguang tubes?Brian, can we use these in our Dudes? 
Should I Try a Tube Preamp?
One thing I forgot to mention. The Bel Canto pre 3 is a solid state design.No worries as it sounds very good. 
Best preamp for 2k-3k
I have heard the LS26 in the same system compared to the Audio Valve Eclipse and TRL Dude preamps. Both the Eclipse and Dude preamps bested the AR LS26. The TRL Dude was easily the best of the group. The Dude & Eclipse had much deeper and full... 
Review: Tube Research Labs Dude Tube preamp
Wow! Candy apple blue! That is one fancy Dude. I think you must be getting a super Dude. Let us know how it sounds Bugredmachine. You have quite the username BTW. 
Review: Tube Research Labs Dude Tube preamp
Agear, please let me know how they sound. For me the Marconi's are the best fit thus far.You refer to the 5691, can you give me the details on brand and markings as I may order some to try. I think these are RCA's, but need more details as to the ... 
So what is the best speaker you have ever owned?
My current Soundlab A1's with Hotrod backplates. Not heard a box speaker as magical as these SL's! Silverline Bolero's are second place... 
Thought on OTL tube amps
I use a Sunfire Signature 600 x 2 amp that has been completely gone through with power supply caps replaced and some other work to get it up to and beyond spec.I know many will quickly dismiss this amp based on the "Sunfire" brand. I have not hear...