jburidan

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Soundproofing
Roxul in walls and ceiling. 
Thinking to upgrade speakers
If you're gonna' spend big bucks, you may as well get Tannoy Prestige series.  
Preamps with separate L/R volume controls
Cary SLP 05. But I prefer to use the balance function on my PS Audio DirectStream DAC. 
Best Inexpensive Platforms
Near my home there's a shop that cuts granite counter tops, and outside there usually is pile of scrap pieces behind the shop. The owner didn't mind if I scrounged around for some pieces, and I found some that were just the right size for an amp a... 
KT88 vs 6550 tubes
http://www.jacmusic.com/KT88/kt88.htmLots of info at jacmusic. 
Really...My favorite power tube is reissue that's not widely popular
http://www.jacmusic.com/KT88/kt88.htm 
Why so many used focals?
Prolly more ignorant than pretentious :)It's just that the best speakers are not often available on the used market 'cuz people keep them. 
Why so many used focals?
I have the impression that focals are mid-fi. 
Why price of Tannoy speakers from online retailers in UK is cheaper than in US
The prices at Son Ultime are unbelievable 
One Amp To ‘Rule’ Them All....
No 
What is your experience with the law of diminishing returns ?
viridian: I hope they threw the book at you :) 
The Absolute Sound - ELAC Navis Review
+1 for worthless. 
A New? Way to Buy Loudspeakers??
Ridiculous! I hope an employee at Crutchfield received a bonus for devising this scheme. 
New speakers? No thanks.
Bigboltz, it’s always heart-warming to hear from someone who is happy with their audio choices. So, much of the market in second-hand gear consists of mistakes being off-loaded to the next sucker. 
DAC recommendation with tube preamp
Look for a used PS Audio DirectStream Senior.