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Can I connect my iPhone to my Ayre integrated amp
A special thanks to everyone above that answered my iPhone to Ayre question. The HRT ISteamer looks very interesting. I see that their Music Streamer Pro model has balanced outputs. What audio outputs does the iPhone have? Can I connect the iPhone... 
Ayre AX-7e vs. Belles Reference 150A
I own two Ayre AX-7e amps and like them very much because of their excellent sound quality. I have one Ayre amplifier driving my Sonus Faber Auditor M Speakers in my living room (main system) and another one driving my Quad 12L speakers in my fami... 
CD Advice
I suggest you audition the Ayre CX-7eMP CD player. I own this piece and like it very much. see http://www.ayre.com/cx7e.htm 
Is McIntosh a stepping stone into HI/FI?
All of the above comments are correct. I would not say that McIntosh products are a stepping stone into audio. Their products are expensive, look great and many people love their sound (and the high resale value). I owned the McIntosh MA6900 Integ... 
Classe vs Moon audio vs Ayre vs Pass
I own the Ayre AX-7e Integrated and like it very much with my Sonus Faber Auditor M Speakers. I am very impressed with the way it sounds. The highs are excellent and so is the bass. The music is clearer and more engaging. The Ayre AX-7e Integrated... 
Ayre AX-7e to switch to Naim Supernait
Moving from the Ayre AX-7e Integrated amp to the Naim Supernait is, in my opinion, a step down because of its terrific sound quality. I own two Ayre AX-7e amps and like them very much. I have one driving Quad 12L speakers in our family room and an... 
Shipping to Italy
My research shows that BAX Global and Schenker, Inc. have merged and are now DB Schenker. The new web address is www.dbschenkerusa.com. I suggest you call 800-225-5229 and get the details for shipping to Italy. You should also ask them a packing y... 
How to transfer LP to iMAC Computer
Thank you for all of the above information. I am now in research mode. 
How to transfer LP to iMAC Computer
Your suggestion above to use the Apogee Duet ADC/DAC to transfer my LP's to my iMAC (iTunes) looks great but the Apogee unit costs $500. I am looking for a less expensive solution. Can you recommend another unit that performs this function at less... 
naim vs ayre
The Sonus Faber Auditor M Speakers are, in my opinion, excellent speakers. I own the Ayre AX-7e Integrated and like it very much with the SF Auditor M Speakers. I am using a MAC Book Pro computer connected to the Ayre QB-9 USB DAC. I am not famili... 
Computer Do Over
I am using a MAC Book Pro laptop computer as my music server. The MAC has 4 GB RAM and the 120GB solid state drive. I am using the Seaport Free Agent Go Pro 500GB external hard drive to store my music files (a 2nd one for backup). The MAC is conne... 
Quick poll How long have you been in this hobby?
I got started in this hobby in 1960. My first system was a Rek-o-Kut turntable, Stromberg Carlson Tube Amplifier and University speakers in a custom made wooden cabinet. My first upgrade was to a Dynakit i stereo 70 and Acoustic Research ar-3 spea... 
Questions Luxman L-505u, L-507u, Simaudio & Classe
I agree with all of the above posts and, especially, Jatbo & Bob about the side ways move. Yes, I like my Ayre amp but audio is a hobby and it is fun to look and review other amplifier options. I will go to the demo and talk to my friend as su... 
Your favorites amplifiers for their visual look ?
Threshold Model 400a, Class A amplifier 
LUXMAN 505u?
How does the Luxman L-505u integrated amp (or the L-507u) sound compared to the Luxman L-550A II integrated? Maybe the real question is how does the Class AB amp compare to the Class A amp? It is my understanding that both Luxman amplifiers are no...