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What does REFERENCE mean?
Michael -the term reference means a product that exceeds any previous standard w/in the same catagory. 
Aerial 7T/6 vs Vandersteen Quatro/Treo/2Ce Sig II
During my audition of the Aerial, I was disappointed.OTOH, I would like to hear from those who have compared the Vandy TREO and QUATTRO... 
Most transparent open & dynamic cables out there?
Transparent Cable is a sonic match for Classe' products.I especially like Stage III Concepts power cords. 
Conrad Johnson GAT & ART Speaker Recommendations
Joe-if you plan on buying Wilson speakers, then, plan on getting Transparent cables/cords/isolator power products to bring out the very best in those speakers! 
Burned out Audiophile - Trying to Find some Zen
Rich -nothing wrong w/ ' chasing a rainbow'. 2nd, this is a wonderful hobby. Each of us has a different goal or holy grail for our systems. Yours is your own! 
WireWorld HDMI: Starlight 6 VS Island 6
Blue Jeans cable is no WW Silver Starlight! 
What's the best HDMI cable that you have tried ?
I concur w/ OP.Wireworld Silver Starlight 5.2 - 
Amp: Can I mix tubes from different manufacturers?
Yes. you can mix/match tubes, but, only in pairs. 
V-Ray v.2 or Running Springs Jaco or Audience
I will chime in herre;The V-Ray is outstanding for HT applications.The RSA Dimitri should be considered.The Audience w/ Teflon (T) upgrade will be your best choice. 
Shunyata conditioner
Consider the V-Ray v1 or v2. 
CJ ET3 SE Preamp for a CJ Premier 11A amp?
Franz -the CJ ET3 is a killer pre-amp. I spent some time w/ it last year paired w/ the CJ classic 66 power amp. This combo totally controlled a pair of B&W 802D loudspeakers. I can only imagine the bettered (SE) upgrade to this already wonderf... 
hydra 8 vs hydra 6 differences
Shel50 -do not waste any time, go for the V-Ray v1 or v2. 
Well, worst of is really what this is about
I was not impressed w/ Esoteric disc spinners. 
Vandersteen Treo in 24ftx22ft i.e 528sqft room?
How about the comparison of TREO vs. QUATTRO? 
When did you start to love music and why?
Me as well. I come from a music -loving family.