greenelec

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How is Audio Research's Retubing Services?
I have had ARC retube my VT-100mkIII once and it worked out very well. Be aware that if your original boxes are not up to ARC's standards for shipping they will return ship in new boxes and charge you $40 for the boxes. 
Why so expensive??
Manufacturing equipment costs a LOT OF MONEY. Research and design cost a lot of money. I have been in two high end manufacturer's facilities. Boulder Amplifiers and Dunlavy Speakers when they were in business. As I remember, Boulder had several C... 
Best rock song of all times
The Twist, by Chubby Checkers. I remember this was one song that would get all the adults up and dancing. this was when adults didn't like rock and roll. (I was like ten or twelve at the time) They couldn't help themselves. 
Amp for rig w/ Heresy I
The ARC set up will make those Klipsches sound as good as they possibly can. And LOUD! 
How to bias Audio Research VT100 MKIII?
Biasing This amp is easy and Dangerous. I have 30 years experience in electrical/electronics. This baby can bite, my hand hurt for 2 days. I think it is 575 Volts inside the case. Be sure you know how to use a multimeter, and you have good 1000V l... 
pick me a cd player please-3k to 4k budget
I think the best value in this price range is the Audio Research CD3. Wilson has been noted for using the CD3 to demo their speakers. That is what convinced me. Also you get the quality and service that is legendary. Makes every cd sound better th... 
You might be an audiophile if...
The only contested item in your divorce was the stereo system. And you agreed to buy a new one for the wife, Because she wouldnt trust anyone else.