henryhk

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Recommendations to "Professional" Reviewers?
Here is another one...when reviewing power amps, they should really comment how well they drive speakers of various loads...especially when it comes to tubes. This is done frequently but consistently. 
Reference DACS: An overall perspective
Jkalman...there is no diff in sound quality,,The only difference is that DAC6 is multi channel while DCC2 is 2 channel only and has a built in pre-amp is you want to use it. 
Lamm ML 2.1 SET vs ASR Emitter II, DartZel
I see thanks. Wow Calypso can't handle a candle to ASR? 
Lamm ML 2.1 SET vs ASR Emitter II, DartZel
Rugyboogie: your system...are u driving your main L/R speakers w/ the ASR and the rest of the 5.1 set up w/ ML? Using the Calyso with the ASR for 2 channel or just ASR? 5.1 and 2 channel system one and the same integrated system? 
Thoughts on A/V receivers
I heard good things about the new Arcam model 
Request for insight/opinion
I would look into upgrading your DVD player. Remember Linn's motto: start with the source! IMO I agree with this. There are quite a few reasonably priced DVD players which also have very good redbook CD capability....Arcam for example. 
DarTZeel Preamp
With the glowing reviews of ASR from HP (though of course, just taking things at face value, I haven't hear it myslef), the following of NHB, and positive reviews of the Sutherland phono amp, it seems there is common denominator: battery supplied ... 
Kubala-Sosna & Meitner Emm Labs Gets my top Vote
Macallan 25..if you can, upgrade the transport to Meitner's ...it makes world of difference. 
Any high quality music servers out there?
Sammie there is also another one called Zero One...server plus upsampling for what its worth...personally I think this just the beginning and its better to wait as more mfrs start producing music servers and as result of competition quality and pr... 
What 4 or 5 sacds should I have?
for got to mention the best among all of them: Creedence Clearwater Revival....huge difference from the old redbook CDs 
What 4 or 5 sacds should I have?
for rock...all the Rolling Stone, Steely Dan, Elton John and Police issues are very good. 
Outstanding Drum Performances
Some of the recordings recommended above are not really rock which is your preferred music, though most are good. But style of drumming is very different so beware: I love Jack De Johnette but very far from Rock! For Rock, check out the remastered... 
Integrate amp for gallo refernce 3 speakers
NO worries Greenman... 
suggestions on speakers for 5.1 setup $2500 range
Or check out the Gallo set up, probably fits the price range.... 
CD Help
Agree w/ Warnerwh...and the basic issue unlikely to be the CD player but amp-speaker set up