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Oscar Peterson
Thanks for all the replies. I look forward to checking out your suggestions. 
Tweaks for AudioEngine2 Desktop System?
Wondering what the best way to adjust volume while using these speakers. The volume control is on the back of the monitors. "Quick start" instructions recommend starting with volume set at 3:00.Let's say I'm using my iPod as a source. Better to lo... 
Tweaks for AudioEngine2 Desktop System?
Tobias,If somebody hasn't already made these, I think you are right about the market opportunity. A small stand, in theory, could be relatively inexpensive.Does it make sense to upgrade the single visible speaker wire that connects one speaker to ... 
Tweaks for AudioEngine2 Desktop System?
Camelboy,I think I will be making a modest upgrade in speaker cable as well.Tobias,The A2's do not have feet. Rather, there is a single large rubber pad on the bottom of each speaker. Sunny_weather,I would like to get the tweeters close to my ears... 
Tweaks for AudioEngine2 Desktop System?
Tobias,Thanks for the reply and suggestions. Do your Visonik speakers have feet? 
Auditioning gear for purchase.. not in town
Thanks for all the responses. Sounds-real-audio: thanks for the laugh! 
Looking for great violin CDs in solo.
You've been given some great suggestions here. For the "goosebump" factor, check out most recordings by violinist Itzhak Perlman. 
Bdgt Spker Cable 4 second system nordost v. kimber
What cable is he currently using? Why upgrading? Budget? 
DAC Recommendations Please
Jax2,Thanks for the suggesting the Paradisea+. Looks like a good option to add to my list. Any comments about the Cambridge DAC? If it performs well, it would certainly be a good value. Any reason not to buy a used DAC? Any risks here? Naively, I ... 
Furniture choices for HT setup
Vicdamone,Thanks for the reply. I checked out the BDI Marina on their website. Clean and contemporary looking. Very nice. I'm a bit confused by your post. Are you saying you used to use the Marina, and now changed to an open stand? If so, did you ... 
Auditioning gear for purchase.. not in town
Thanks for the suggestions. I would thoroughly enjoy going to one of these shows. I'm finding it difficult piecing everything together. I can see that attending a show would at least narrow down the search, and possibly point towards some synergis... 
AudioEngine 2 vs AudioEngine5?
Kmulkey,How are you using your AE2's? DAC? 
Best amps for Totem hawks?? please help
Bobrock,When I contacted Totem directly, they suggested the following camps mate well w/ Totem gear:Naim, Arcam, Plinius & AyreHope this is helpful. 
Best amps for Totem hawks?? please help
I am currently searching for an integrated for my Totem Arros. In my research, the following companies have been recommended for Totem gear:UnicoNaim Bel CantoPliniusSimAudioArcamMusical FidelityMusic HallVista AudioBrystonLast week, I auditioned ... 
Does anybody smell smoke?
Just a follow-up for folks. I decided to return the cable to the seller. He was a real gentleman and took it back for full return + one way shipping with no difficulties.