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What is your favorite budget audio component?
I kick myself for selling my europas. But i did buy a pair of snell type d for $50.00. Didnt care for them and sold them for significantly more. 
Review: Cullen Cable Perfect Plug AC filter
i know this is an old post but based on what he had produced for you, he duplicated for me. This was after I had read your post. Regards, Dave 
What's in your CDP tonight? the minority report
Issac Hayes Shift soundtrack. Timeless. 
Tube rolling in the Candela
 I use amperex bugle boy primarily or its Philips and valvo variations. The German valvo are equally good. Also Wheni roll them it with a tungsrum that is very nice. Both seem to me very balance presentation. Mullard and clear tops are also very g... 
Speaker cables for Martin Logan's
After a lot of trials via the cable company I settled on Synergistic Research Core Level2. I am very satisfied. I would assume as you climb to thier more expensive models the experience would increase greatly. Joe at the cable mentioned that the S... 
Hearing Aid
good conversation. I've been wearing costco phonaks for over a couiple of years. when i was fitted for them the audiologist said they were the best for my needs. and even better was thatBC/BS paid for all but $100. i will get fitted in June for a ... 
Wrapping Up 2016
First off Happy New Year to All!! 2016 wasn't too bad and audio-wise a good one with finally being able to say that its sounding pretty darn good. Next July retirement so I'm definitely high on 2017. Oh yeah, I think I'm good for a another 20 or so.  
Dual subs and room size
Again I want to thank you for your advice and guidance, I have been following your leads. Last night I spent some time moving and adjusting my current ML orig model Dynamo sub. Wow what difference. Will continue to lock it and conduct measurements... 
Dual subs and room size
Thank you all for your discussions and info, I appreciate it. Been doing much reading since thing thread started and have learned a lot. Haven't made any decisions yet. My budget is $950 so my options are somewhat limited. Any specific recommendat... 
Dual subs and room size
Thank you all for your comments and insights. I do have wall treatment and bass traps in the front wall corners. I have large framed maps on the walls and tried to reduce the effects of the glass. You all have put forth a lot of info, much of whic... 
Martin Logan Motion 35xt Or B&W Cdm-1SE
Ron, I currently own the XT35s. I had a price point as well as specific sound requirements that drove my decision. I had to move away from my GMA Europas, the titanium tweeter was killing me. As I get older my ears have gotten more sensitive. The ... 
Best interconnects used for around $500 +?
Several Years ago when I had a CJ CV12 preamp I used MAC silver cables with good results. Currently I too use Clear Day ICs with my Odyssey system including a tubed preamp. Very nice combo. But I did test drive the Ohno and Purist Vestas. WhileI t... 
Opinions please on integrated for green mountain europas
I'm going back many years but I thought Roy from GMA liked Blue Circle paired with his loudspeakers. No idea what a BC would go for. Regards. 
Visit to Magnolia Proves Interesting
Interesting conversation. A few month ago I was actively looking for monitors to replace a set of GMA Europas and snell type d floorstanders. First off yes I do have sellers regret with the Snells. But anyway, living in northern Virginia I had tra... 
What's in your CDP tonight? the minority report
Last night was a Lou Rawls hit compilation on Blue Note. A fun toe tapping listen. As Sinatra once said of him, a great set of chops. Night before last lee ritenour and Larry Carlton, Larry and Lee. Great collaboration of two masters. Good late ni...