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Fanfare FT-1A Reference FM Tuner/Monitor
I have been fortunate enough to audition the FT-1A in my home a few weeks ago. If you really have a high quality FM station in your area, you will really enjoy what this tuner has to offer. You may find it difficult to tell whether you are listeni... 
Cable tv induced power hum
I'll 2nd Flyguy. I had the exact same problem. I installed the Mondial Magic into the system and all unwanted noises stopped. I haven't heard of any other product that fixes this problem. I dropped cable and got a satellite dish. Didn't have to ke... 
Do I really need separates?
Yes, seperates will make enough difference to sustantiate their purchase. Probably at some time in every audiophiles life, the "tube bug" will appear. Those who can afford it will purchase tubed gear, roll different tubes in and out of each compon... 
taking the plunge into tubes
Hi Steve...If you're really looking for a mellow 'tubelike' sound, you won't obtain much of that character from a SF Line 1 preamp. If you retube with a set of NOS tubes from Upscale Audio, you may get a little closer but SF builds more for detail... 
Preamp/AM/FM Tuner with good AM
I've had the same problem with AM reception. I live in a large city with all kinds of interference from buildings, TV station antennas, etc. I have somewhat overcome my reception problem with the addition of a "Terk AM Advantage" AM only antenna. ... 
What AC Power Cord sounds best?
Wow...You PowerSnake-a-haulics aren't kidding. I have tried 4 different brands of power cords since I initially started this topic. There truly isn't any point in mentioning the manufacturers or product names either. Be absolutely rest assured tha... 
Aragon 28K Preamp any good
The Aragon equipment is ok for the price paid. I have previously owned an Aurum preamp which was the top of the line. Good sound for entry level high end but I would suggest looking for a used Sonic Frontiers Line 1 or equivalent. You will hear mo... 
BAT5i .preamp vs Sonic Frontier Line 3
You ask a good question. I have had the opportunity of auditioning both preamps in my system. I currently own a SF Line 2 which is highly rated by many magazines. Considering upgrading, I auditioned the Line 3 and the VK5-i. Both were very satisfy... 
Vote for best US made solid state amp
I'm sure none of us has heard everyone elses wonderful sounding amp. After auditioning 7 different manufacturers amps in my system, I purchased the Balanced Audio Technology VK500 with Batpak. This amp is exceptionally musical, tubelike sound alth...