jl35

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Amp recommendation in the $6000 range
to me the .8 is all positive. I had the 250, 250.5 and the 250.8 just broken in. I mostly find great accuracy, more natural timbre, more openness. Also better bass definition.  All who heard my system prefer the .8   I sometimes wonder if the more... 
Amp recommendation in the $6000 range
I just replaced a X250.5 with the X250.8 and it is exceptional... 
Amp recommendation in the $6000 range
Some internal wiring changes - you can tell by the different rear panel configuration - this is from 2009 I believe 
Amp recommendation in the $6000 range
Don't rule out a late model X350.5   It's a great amp and the later ones are a little different than the earlier ones... 
Suggestions on XLR cable around 400.00
with the same amp I was happy with Discovery Essence, Transparent Super MM2 and Cerious Nano 
Speaker Cable connection: Jumpers
Many find the Type 4 to have a warm, laid back sound, including myself, which is why I use it on my computer based system. 
need to break in equip after prolonged non-use?
Aesthetix told me that my Romulus CD Player, that had not been plugged in for six months, would need about a month to be at full performance... 
Simple question, best sounding inexpensive DAC.
There are many very good inexpensive DAC's, in part you need to decide the importance of the transport. Based on my experience I would not spend too much on a DAC for a changer... 
Simple question, best sounding inexpensive DAC.
I like my old Onkyo changer with a Parasound Zdac... 
Danish loudspeakers: Dynaudio & System Audio
Thanks Lowrider, The Lector looks like it might be just what I need... 
Danish loudspeakers: Dynaudio & System Audio
Lowrider - I have had Dali Epicon, Euphonia and Helicon and all have rear ports- which models have front ports ? Thanks 
Lexicon RT-20 as CD Transport
What conditioning do you use? 
Lexicon RT-20 as CD Transport
Thanks Ptss, Yes I am using a Transparent Premium power cord into a BPT power conditioner. So far it sounds great, though I had no point of comparison as it is in a new system... 
Lexicon RT-20 as CD Transport
Just hooked it up in a small room, reconfigured system, and it sounds great... 
Rowland's new integrated amp
and Rowland still makes some great, relatively lower cost gear. I think the Capri is a relatively great bargain...so if he wants to make an outrageous statement piece because he can make it and sell it, so be it...