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CJ Classic 2 line stage pre-amp?
You had a nice system- mountz-why is your Aesthetix in the shop? 
Jazz for aficionados
I will look into it- orpheus10-Another +vote for "Bass on Top".I will also look into Doug Watkins. 
Universal Players vs. Dedicated CD/SACD Players
The NAD 565BEE is a very fine spinner. 
Audioquest cables: replace the DBS Battery pack.
I like the Volcano speaker cable. 
Dick's / Dave's picks
Excellent question- goofyfoot. 
Hostility from manufacturers
It is good reading, knowing, that there are companies that still "serve" us consumers.   
What brand is most recognized by non-audiophiles?
Bose is next. 
What brand is most recognized by non-audiophiles?
McIntosh- known for their blue meters! 
Synergistic Red Fuse ...
Very informative discussion here guys. I am enjoying reading about the different cause-and-effect of fuses.  Happy Listening! 
Rel T9 or S2
wmbode-I have heard the "B" and "T" series from REL.Easily, the are the best and most musical sub(s) in the business, IMO.B- Britania series are larger than the more compact "T" series.it has been rumored that the "T" models and newer are partiall... 
Speakers for Heavy Metal
Hard Rock and Heavy Metal are very difficult to reproduce in our home systems (for an unknown reason?).Few audiophile speakers can get it right. I tend to agree w/ the above advice and would add for consideration, B&W, Infinity and Thiel, loud... 
Thiel Owners
Hegel just joined the expanding line-up in a different thread here. 
Hegel Amps with Thiels
Thanks! for starting this thread- dsper.I am a Thiel owner myself and may be looking into an integrated amp.I have spent much time w/ both Pass Labs + Mark Levinson, in fact, quite interested in the new ML integrated amp No. 585Hopefully more Hege... 
Similar sound characteractics to MIT cables?
I am interested in reading more about MIT cabling as well.Any of you guys want to mention your local/fave dealer/retailer?Keep me posted & Happy Listening! 
Jazz for aficionados
TY- orpheus10-are these the LP/CD titles?