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MIT Matrix rev 60 speaker cables. Has anyone listened to them?
Minneapolis Mn 
Why don't speaker mfg list amps and associated equip they use to " voice " their sound?
I’m sure a lot of manufacturers use more than one set of electronics to evaluate their speakers. That being said, they could be more honest about their speakersspecs. They never give exact numbers  regarding impedance. Also, I’ve never seen a spec... 
MIT Matrix rev 60 speaker cables. Has anyone listened to them?
They’re offered exclusively through Joe Abrams on Audiogon. MIT doesn’t promote these cables Joe does on his own website. I’ve also tried searching for any info on these cables, but there’s nothing out there. I’ve chatted with Joe and he seems lik... 
Raidho speakers..any interest ??
Something has to be wrong with Raidho? Their speakers have the worst resale value I’ve seen on the used market. At the minimum, I see them going for 1/4 their retail price. I’m talking about speakers that are less than 3 years old.  
Why was the entry level line at Audio Research eliminated?
Audio Research has always been about Reference level products with some exceptions. In the past 15 years they haven’t produced much below that reference threshold they have set for themselves. I think most of it has to do with what they believe th... 
My thoughts on my new Esoteric k03xd CD player.
Heard Playback designs about ten years ago also. Believe me what I heard and felt doesn’t even come close to the realism of the K03xd. Words can’t impress only hearing is believing. 
How does the input impedance of an amplifier effect it sonically?
Is it then more important to know the correct value of the output impedance of the pre-amp at 20HZ than to know how accurate the input impedance of the amp is.As for the amplifier input impedance is 20HZ also the number I should look for when a sp... 
Who says cables don't make a difference?
To the original question. The people who claim a cable can make a difference are the ones that can hear the difference when a better cable is used. I’ve come to the conclusion anti cable propaganda is associated with a group of people who’s hearin... 
My thoughts on my new Esoteric k03xd CD player.
I’ve heard good things about the X10, but decided to change routes.Couldn’t be more happy. I believe the new Luxman will sell for $16500. 
How does the input impedance of an amplifier effect it sonically?
So I assume 1/10 isn’t going to enough of a safety net when matching preamp to amplifier input impedance. Since impedance can vary with frequency and most manufacturers don’t provide accurate numbers 1/20 sounds like a safer bet when matching pre ... 
Doe you enjoy your listening to music and your system more with others or alone?
Listening alone allows for complete control over everything. For myself I’m almost relieved when other people have left. It’s not as enjoyable when others are around,almost irritating in a way. Too many distractions or annoying requests: you shoul... 
Best tube preamplifier for under $15k
The best one under 15k is the one that sounds best to you. Asking others a question like this is like asking someone what’s the best tasting pie under $15.People tastes differ not only in what they like to hear, but also in what they like to eat.  
Just received my new Luxman CL-1000 pre-amp.
Phono stage is unbelievable in CL-1000. I was wary since I’d be replacing the Luxman eq500 for it, but it’s a step up from the eq500 in every way. Much quieter  and better focus are the main improvements. I know it has a lot to do with the line st... 
Doe you enjoy your listening to music and your system more with others or alone?
Big typo, should say Do you.....Embarrassing. Thought I proofread it. 
Just received my new Luxman CL-1000 pre-amp.
Kingsley, what you had was the C-1000 not the CL-1000. It only looks like the CL-1000. Sonically they couldn’t be more different. Besides being a tube pre-amp the CL-1000 was designed around transformer coupled volume control.Also SOTA parts imple...