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Curious Why Benz Micro Slid Into Obscurity
I must be going backwards. Started with a Hana, now a Dynavector, next a Benz LPs  
Sopra 2 Amp Recommendation
I ran a BHK250 for a year and was happy with everything but the heat in the summer. I'm sure a pair of BHK300's would be a vast improvement. I'll be trying some class D with my Sopra 2's soon.   
Power cable
If you can't hear the difference cables make you are either deaf or unwilling to invest the money to get the experience of the changes. I'm no 40 year audiophile and I've been through a few and they all make a difference. Hell changing from my Shu... 
Short?
Power conditioners don't restrict all noise coming from the outlets in the house. My Shunyata Denali allows noise through to my speakers when I click on my vpi record cleaner. Clearly audible. So your Niagara won't stop everything on the line.   
What are the best GaN Amplifiers available today?
@yyzsantabarbara that's good to hear. I was hoping to avoid having the drop that much on a pair. I just saw TMR is now an authorized dealer and they're up for $15k of I remember correctly so figured they still were relevant and compete with the ne... 
What are the best GaN Amplifiers available today?
@blisshifi I saw your mention the Cambridge and have read a few accolades on them. I usually mischaracterize their equipment as budget and I should really give it a shot instead of poor blanket statements. The XA topology is interesting I'll have ... 
What are the best GaN Amplifiers available today?
@blisshifi gotcha. Is the A Vs M just a monoblocks differential or is there any difference to build? I'd definitely be interested if you get to hear a pair. I've been curious about the Mola Mola class D, but $15k is a little too steep for me to ex... 
What are the best GaN Amplifiers available today?
@blisshifi looks like T+A makes those class D M200 amps in monoblocks and they sell for $10k. I'm going for Atma-sphere's class D first, but these t+a have peaked my interest to compare them for sure.   
UPS Driver Literally Drops Package with New Hana Umami Red
I have respect for the few awesome drivers I've dealt with, but the fact that UPS doesn't back up their insurance claims for the lazy ones is what drives me mad. UPS needs to step up their quality or I'll be the first to jump on the next new shipp... 
GIK Acoustics can't ship without damage
I've had the same experience with the bass traps. Corners dinged and some scratches. I have to see it every time I listen. They work well, but shipping could be vastly improved. I also left feedback on the transaction on their survey and was never... 
Aidiogon is Da Bomb!
I see what you did there @kota1 hahahaha  
So you just took a gummie...What song is on the menu?
My Bloody Valentine - Loomer   
G Rated Comments About the Relevance of Pink Floyd’s Animals Album:
Happy to see this not devolving into chaos and spitefulness so far. As a younger lad, Animals is the only Floyd album that grabbed me. But Meddle is the one I always go to because of the sonic scapes. I should probably read more of their lyrics.   
Question about Shunyata Power Conditioners
Hey @craig how's the Altaira grounding system working out for you? I was just starting to do research, but the info out there is very thin.   
Question about Shunyata Power Conditioners
I didn't think I needed cleaner power as I live in a modern home. I purchased a used Ps Audio P10 and the improvement was so vast I vowed to never be without one. Then I tried the Denali V2 and it was like I unlocked another level of detail and nu...