jandewitt

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Synergestic Research: SCAM
I just came back from the high end show in Munich (Germany). One of the best sounding rooms was completely treated with all the SR gadgets. The sound was amazing. The equipment was also amazing and I can't say what was responsible for what of cour... 
Hearing is believing?........power cables.......
For me it is a fact. Power cables do make a difference. I choose DIY however. A lot of cables are way overpriced. 
best tube integrated under $5000 ?
Audio note Meishu as has been mentioned already. I have heard the Westminsters with the audio note (Japan) ongaku. One of the most memorable listening experiences I have ever had. 
The best speaker you ever heard?
Living Voice Vox Palladian's on Kondo Audio gear. 
The best speaker you ever heard?
Tannoy Westminster Royal SE on a Audio Note (Japan) Ongaku tube amplifier. Some 25 years ago. 
OTL amplifiers
My Aitos 801's are 32 years old and still running strong. And hot ;-).They are handbuild and I have them in service with the man who did build them 32 years ago.He still makes and sells them ( http://nl.aitosaudio.com/ ). 
Is a Power Amp the Answer?
Why do you think a 300 watt amp will solve your problem?First try to establish what the actual problem (system matching?) is.Then look for a solution. 
Do you clean your records before play, after play, or once (and then never again)?
I clean every record I buy (used or new) before first play. I clean the stylus before every play. I should probably clean the records more often, but mostly it is just one time.