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Esoteric F-05 Integrated - any opinions?
Hi Stan,The main reason for replacing the E-470 was due to what I considered to be a more of a "clinical" sound than what I liked.  I had plenty of power to drive my current speakers at the time (B&W 803 D3) so I gave up the Class A warmth of ... 
Integrated amp upgrade
Perhaps a Luxman 507ux (used)? 
Anyone own or heard of PrimaLuna?
I buy and sell gear all the time.  Some my stuff is way more expensive but I will never sell my PrimaLuna DiaLogue Premium integrated amp!The build quality is excellent and the US importer is a straight up guy.  
Audiogon's Express Checkout
Thus far, it has worked well for one transaction and horribly for another.  I just sold a piece of gear this week and the Seller was charged three times on his card and I have yet to be credited.  Since this site provides virtually NO live custome... 
Esoteric F-05 Integrated - any opinions?
This just in!http://positive-feedback.com/reviews/hardware-reviews/esoteric-f-05-integrated-amplifier/ 
Best DAC under $ 2,500 on used market
If you are looking for used, try the Luxman DA-06 
Power cable recommendations under $1k
Wireworld Silver Eclipse 7.   Way below $1,000! 
Esoteric F-05 Integrated - any opinions?
It doubles down on 4 ohms so I really don't think there would be a problem! My guess is that the specs are conservative as well. 
Esoteric F-05 Integrated - any opinions?
Hi Stan,Thus far, I am totally enamored with the Esoteric.  I have about 50 hours on it.  I really can't find any shortcomings at all.  It is noticeably better than the Accuphase E-470 on all counts - especially the warmth which reminds me of my C... 
Warm-up time for amps and preamps
Not all SS amps are created equally.  As an example, my Gato AMP-150 has a warm up feature as they have determined that it takes a full 2 hours of operation to achieve optimum conditions.  With this warm up feature, it takes only takes 15 minutes.  
Esoteric F-05 Integrated - any opinions?
It replaced an Accuphase E-470.  It's still breaking in but is already performing better.  
Esoteric F-05 Integrated - any opinions?
I took a leap of faith and purchased one.  Very glad I did! 
Warm-up time for amps and preamps
My Gato Amp-150 has a "warm-up" feature that brings the amp to optimum temps in 15 minutes.  My other amps take about an hour or so. 
Decided to change my cd player, suggestions please?
Luxman D06U.    Just reviewed on Sterophile.  These units come up once in a while.  
Power cable recommendations under $1k
Tellurium Q Black Diamond