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Joule vzn 80 or 100 for merlins?
Tomryan, my own discussions with Bobby Palkovic definitely wouldn't lead me to believe that he "only really recommends the music box version of the VZN". Has he stated as such? Whether or not the musicwood chassis versions sound better, I don't kn... 
Joule vzn 80 or 100 for merlins?
I have a Joule VZN 80 and don't want for more in terms of power. My room is 24'x13'. Jim 
Preamp Deal of the Century
Joe, I suspect there is a good reason why Mick made a change to the phono stage of the Syrah and left the line stage alone. 
Merlin VSM-M or VSM-MX vs. Kharma CRM3.2 series
Hanson, what equipment are you using to run the Merlins at home? Thx. 
Merlin VSM-M or VSM-MX vs. Kharma CRM3.2 series
Thanks Bobby. Always on the lookout for new tunes! 
Merlin VSM-M or VSM-MX vs. Kharma CRM3.2 series
Bobby, do you happen to recall the title of the Chesky cd? Thanks. 
Merlin VSM-M or VSM-MX vs. Kharma CRM3.2 series
Daveyf, if you look on the Merlin site it gives info about Bobby and his partner, Bill Hooper, that you may find interesting. Bobby and Bill are former professional musicians. 
Merlin VSM-M or VSM-MX vs. Kharma CRM3.2 series
Jtinn wrote: "Bobby makes a valid product and has a wonderful reputation. I have met him a number of times and find him to be very personable and also very caring about his craft. I understand why people would be loyal to him and his products."Jti... 
Merlin VSM-M or VSM-MX vs. Kharma CRM3.2 series
Rcr, if you used the VSM without the BAM then you never really heard the speaker. In my opinion, the BAM is a make or break unit with the speaker. I would not have owned my pair for several years without it. It makes that big a difference. You men... 
Tenor Hybrid v. VTL MB-450 Sig.
Just tell those guys you are trying to get your Zen on. They'll understand... 
Preamp Deal of the Century
Harness, go here: www.supratek.biz 
Tenor Hybrid v. VTL MB-450 Sig.
Kevin, it's interesting you mention that about the Sound Labs. I came across a local guy that has a pair of Sound Lab M1 speakers and he was nice enough to invite me over this weekend. One question he asked me on the phone was "Do you listen loud?... 
Tube Intergrated,Which One?Must be very Liquid
I have heard the Berning on VSMs a number of times and it is a great match. But I would not characterize it as "warm". 
Tenor Hybrid v. VTL MB-450 Sig.
I think sometimes my words can have a little more bite to them than I intend. I am not much for BS and I try to call it as I see it. I think I remember being told I was wrong once. I don't recall exactly as I disregarded the comments. I think this... 
Tenor Hybrid v. VTL MB-450 Sig.
Zaikesman, no need to qualify your comments. I've got thick skin. We're just batting it around a little. Crump is a good guy and I understand his point, and I'm sure he understands mine. Ooops, looky there, it's Beer:30 Time to go....