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DAC Choices - $5,000 to $7,000
@mitch2 The buying experience went well.  I used paypal.  Vincent sent me a link to pay.  Took about 3 weeks to get?  Around that, pretty quick all in all.  My Salk speakers took just under 6 months, so I was prepared to wait some.Vincent has answ... 
DAC Choices - $5,000 to $7,000
I was at your place few months ago.  I had a Metrum Onyx.  I researched basically the same models.  I got the Totaldac core d1, which is in your price range.  I wanted NOS R2R.  I figured I did not want to put much towards DSD as that takes out th... 
"Bridge Over Trouble Water" sounds artificial
most of the recordings I enjoyed when I was younger, I can't listen to on digital.  I have to get vinyl to enjoy them. 
Most organic / real / analogue sounding DAC (ideally with Volume Control) for $1500??????
Download the HQPlayer trial.  It makes my digital as close to vinyl that I have yet heard 
Metrum Acoustics closed?
Thanks for the info. 
Best debut album
James Gang Yer Album 
Can speakers be stored in a garage?
Some desiccant would help keep moisture out.  What about mice? 
Best 6NS7 Preamp for a Pass Labs XA25 amp
+1 for Aric Audio.  I have the xa25 with an Aric Audio Unlimited preamp. 
Pure Class A SS vs Tube Amp
+1 Reno Hifi 
Pure Class A SS vs Tube Amp
Having just recently purchased the Pass xa25 I can attest to the sound.  Tight bass, amazing resolution and clarity.  A 'you are there' quality to the sound. 
Seriously considering tube preamp…opinions?
+1 Aric Audio.  I have the Unlimited and it is a great preamp. 
Can you tell me why I didn't like the Reference 3a MM's?
Hi aricaudioI have some 12ax7 and some 5751.  All have mu between 1450 and 1500.  Love the preamp, BTW. 
Can you tell me why I didn't like the Reference 3a MM's?
Ok, I contacted Fritz.  : ) 
Can you tell me why I didn't like the Reference 3a MM's?
You know jbrrp, between you and almarg, I think you have both nailed it.  Lower sensitivity and speaker placement.  Makes sense.geof3, I would love to put my speakers in a better position.  But if I do I will always be unhappy with where they are.... 
Can you tell me why I didn't like the Reference 3a MM's?
I've been curious about Fritz speakers.  They're not as efficient as I am looking for.   Funny, they say a set amp will drive them then recommend a 30 Watt minimum