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Subwoofers location
i have my velodyne behind my chair with mmgs on front wall. i can't tell you how much better it sounds than when it was between the speakers. so many variables and experimenting before i discovered this. 
earlier Musical Fideltiy V-LInk to new V-Linkll
i have the first model and like it but isn;t the manufacturer's answer always less jitter, better bass, more transparent, quieter and, in this case, better cosmetics? have not had the chance to get the model 2 yet. i,m interested too. 
Looking to match an integrated amp to B&W PM1 or..
if i was going to get a new integrated i would definitly call decaware and ask the owner what he thinks. may not be what you are after but it would be interesting to hear that combination. 
digital vs vinyl thoughts
inna i respect your opinion but analogue isn;t always better [at least to me]. i have heard some awesome music reproduction with digital sources. i have some family members who are lifelong professional musicians and they think my system is the co... 
Do I need a DAC for iPod?
good pt facten. if you want the best sound quality you must go into settings on itunes and set it up right. i use aiff and error correction on and my ipod is a great source. jeff, maybe go to computer audiophile for some articles on this for more ... 
Do I need a DAC for iPod?
as you may know a dac means digital to analogue convertor. there is one in every digital device that you can attach some rcas out to your amp. so your cd has one, your computer has one, ipad, tablet etc. the ipod has one but the issue for some peo... 
digital vs vinyl thoughts
i agree. as a enthusiast i just had to buy a table so i can scour the flea markets for 25 cent records and have more audio gear. i sold my luxman pd444 with a grace 707 and a signet phono cart 30 years ago amd should have remembered it would take ... 
Audio stuff I've lost in my own home...
man you must keep a tidy organized home. i am impressed. i,ve lost more than that within arms reach of my recliner. i,m currently looking for a dozen rechargeable aa batteries stolen from my remotes by my 12 year old for his xbox controller. gone!!! 
artist touring entire old albums
dire straits brothers in arms. or bach do anything. haha 
Buying demo or brand new power conditioner/amp
i would buy the demo and use the money saved for some nice power cords. i have the same furman and my system is dead quiet. good luck. 
digital vs vinyl thoughts
i agree tom. i just thought there would be a bit o magic. it is still fun to have a turntable. a system just looks better with one. after i get the money i will take your advice and then enjoy how great a vinyl source sounds . thanks john 
Pure i-20 with or without outboard DAC
i have the i-20 in a system using a mbquart towers and a peachtree decco amp that has a well regarded built-in dac and the i-20 compares very well. i have also compared the i-20 with my musical fidelity v-dac in a emotiva/magnepan system with simi... 
Henry Kloss, Tomlinson Holman, Saul, and others?
i met Saul Marantz at the summer ces in 1976 at the Dahlqiust room. he was hanging blankets on the large mirrors in the suite. he was very nice and sharing. i was a 23 year old hifi salesman and he talked to me for several minutes[ i was the only ... 
guitar solos where less is more
i have never tired of hearing pete townsend's solo on "pure and easy". played with great passion and energy.... 
Which Cables Are of Most Importance?
i put a morrow map-3 ac cord [600 bucks with upgraded wattgates] on my 300 dollar emotiva preamp and it has transformed my system. the soundstage is extremely open and pleasing to my ears. i suspect i will be advised i should have just bought a 10...