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Single ended vs xlr balanced
I have a simpler system: turntable with phono stage, cassette deck, cd player and integrated amplifier. I did it only with phono stage to amp connection. Again, only RCAs, just different cables. I simply turned the system off and changed interconn... 
Single ended vs xlr balanced
Tanya, you have to listen in each and every case. It may get more complicated: with some recordings you will prefer XLRs, with others RCAs. I used to switch interconnects depending on what I was listening, both RCAs though. There is no objectively... 
On Rel subs: Which are most musical?
Anyone put forward firing sub right between main speakers? I asked about forward firing because I wouldn't want it to fire downwards, I would want it to play music not massage the floor. 
When will we ever hear turntables demoed fairly?
Do you think that table/arm match is important too in addition to arm/cartridge match?  If it is, putting same arm/cartridge on different tables won't answer the question regarding table differences fully. 
Single ended vs xlr balanced
So, Tanya, in Lviv RCAs are preferred, in Donetsk Republic - XLRs, and in Kiev they just don't care. 
Single ended vs xlr balanced
Call me names. In audiophile applications if done right, both the equipment and cables, RCAs will sound more sophisticated. Balanced might have a little more macho and be a little quiter. Overall, RCAs are better. 
Outboard crossover? Why not?
I thought Ukraine was a lot of fun, certainly looks like that from across the ocean. A number of interesting cross-overs over there. 
Any modern band that comes close to Mahavishnu Orchestra ?
Long ago I once heard some Danish band perform fusion somewhat similar to Mahavishnu, though no violin. The guitar player was very good. Of course, it was no Mahavishnu, but it was quite impressive. My point is that if anyone is trying to continue... 
Where do you go to from Nottingham Analogue ?
Audiodistinction, thank you. 
GAMUT audio speakers owners.
Yes, there is a pair of M7 for sale on US Audiomart. I have no idea of either Gamut or the seller. 
Need Suggestions for speakers up to $15K new/used
There is Gamut M7 for sale on US Audiomart, if anyone is interested. 
When will we ever hear turntables demoed fairly?
This is not a rant but a very valid point. Few dealers would do it right. That's one of the reasons why it is so difficult to make the right choice. 
Where do you go to from Nottingham Analogue ?
Pear Audio Analogue looks impressive. $10k for top of the line table and arm. You can listen to some music on their website, I thought that the table and amps outclassed those speakers. Anyway, Michael Fremer said : " that midrange was something ... 
Can a buyer back out with no penalty?
I agree with Raymonda's tone - take life easy. People are too uptight these days and demand guarantee. There are no guarantees. 
Can a buyer back out with no penalty?
Tls49, your prosecutor's presentation is overruled. There are and should be the degrees of wrong. The tricky part is who decides. In this case, it is obvious - the one who started the thread.