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Most Honest Audio Magazine?
None- really. They all are paid to review gear, IMO.I believe, in the beginning, the magazines started out from an honest point of view. Now, not so much. I subscribe to TAS, Stereophile, HiFi+ and HiFi News & Record Review.Additionally, read ... 
What happened to Audio Aero?
Thanks! for sharing guys- all excellent replies.LALL, I would like that gentleman's email (for the phillips pro mechanism) if you do not mind exchanging?you can PM me if you wish.Keep this conversation going guys. Happy Listening! 
Looking to upgrade my old Conrad Johnson PV12
DKonstruction-big C-J fan here. There are many better pre-amps since your PV12. A few to mention;Act 2CT-6ET-5ET3 & ET3 SE.Listen to these selections prior to any purchase. Keep me posted and happy listening! 
Transparent Power Isolator vs RGPC
Well done Saint519-enjoy your new toys and keep me posted as everything breaks/settles- in. It will take several weeks for this system to 'gel'. Keep me posted + happy listening! 
Australian Audio & AV Show, Melbourne
Outstanding! Melbguy1-I look forward to your report- have fun and happy listening!-JA 
Audio in NC
Very nice! Jim.I like the DV-50 for SACD playing as well. It is good to know that Joe can repair Esoteric gear. Many Thanks! for the tip on Joe and his operation. Happy Listening! 
If I like Totem will I like LSA?
I would say that the best Totem is 'the one' model.Otherwise, Reference 3A speakers are fine as well.What other gear is in your system Jim?Happy Listening! 
JL Labs vs. REL
I concur. REL is the best sub (for music) in the market.JL Audio does a nic job for HT applications only.Yes, the Britainia series were outstanding! Keep me posted and happy listening! 
Rotel RA-1520 vs Anthem 225 integrateds
MKash3-i was impressed w/ the Anthem 225- very robust and powerful for an integrated amp. This amp drove the Thiel CS 2.7 and 3.7 models w/ authority- not easy.Which loudspeaker will you use? Cables/cords?Keep me posted & Happy Listening! 
Looking to replace my old Meridian 508.24
DKonstruction-I will second the Arcam FMJ spinners and add NAIM. These are very musical cd players, easy to integrate into any system. Buy one used or demo-they are outstanding!Keep me posted and Happy Listening! 
Australian Audio & AV Show, Melbourne
Many Thanks! Melbguy1-I am interested in;VitusPrimare 32Audio Note 4.1/4.1xAudioNetSoulutionhopefully, we will demo them all- I can hardly await your thoughts/impressions...Happy Listening! -JA 
Bel Canto DAC/Rotel 1072 question
Let us know the problem w/ your cd player?These are pretty reliable spinners- hopefully it is something easy to repair/replace. Happy  
Audio in NC
Thank You! Jim.I will certainly check him out the next time I am visiting NC.What gear did you buy from him? What gear is in your system?Happy Listening! 
Convergent Audio SL1 MKIII pre-amp best for $2k?
Guys-this pre-amp is on my short-list;which brand(s) of gear are you using around it? PLease include cables/cords as well. How many versions exist? How many upgrades?Happy Listening! 
Anyone going to the Rocky Mountain Audio show??
Guys-for those attending, please post the various cd/sacd player(s) that you audition. Have fun & Happy Listening!