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McIntosh MCD-205 Changer?
Thanks for sharing more feedback on CDPs. I'm not familiar with D Sony ex series CDPs. Although I have a Sony MDX-5 (5 disc CD carousel player w/MD recorder/player) which I now rarely use since my Pioneer CD/LD player sounded better. I'm on a hunt... 
McIntosh MCD-205 Changer?
Budrew, thank you for sharing your AB comparison between the MC205 and Rega Jupiter. So I take it that you got rid of your MCD205? I read your thread posted over a year ago when you just got the 205. Appreciate the info.. 
Which Amp for ML Ascent i?
Got the MC402 for my Ascents just recently. The stats sang music like never before. Music was warmer, bodied and very musical. I was just astounded by the big improvement.House of Music in SF had me audtion it at home. IT WAS WORTH every penny.IMO... 
What is your most beautiful component?
My Mcintosh MC402 (especially in the dark) 
McIntosh MCD-205 Changer?
Pardon me guys but all I read is how good the MCD205 in your systems. What about sound comparison with CDP in the similar price range? AERO PRIMA 12/192, Wadia 301, Rega Jupiter, Cary 308T etc....I'd really like to hear from someone who's done an ... 
Audio Aero Prima or Consonance REF 2.2 cd player.
Unclejeff,Thanks for your info.. I already spoke with Kevin of Audio Vision in SF(Van Ness And Pine st.). He has the Aero Prima 24/192 in stock. I'll probably audition this weekend.Just one question. I heard there is the Prima and the Prima 24/192... 
Audio Aero Prima or Consonance REF 2.2 cd player.
Can't help over-reading raving reviews on this "Audio Aero Prima 24/192 CD player" from goners. BUT HOW does one go aboutauditioning this beaut..? I live in northern CA.So far MN is the only listed U.S. Aero distributor.. Am I out of luck on this ... 
The new Mcintosh MC 402
DAhhh... you fo course meant on my system.. Luxman M117(200w/ch@ 8 ohms; 400w/ch @ 4 ohms; 700w/ch @ 2 ohms).Had it for more than 10 years. 
The new Mcintosh MC 402
Aball,The MC352 was replaced by the Mc402. I originally was shopping for a used but mint 352 but found out that warranty was NOT transferrable so me and my wife opt for a new 402. And thank you 4D congrats...But I have the itch on upgrading my CDP... 
How did you get into this hobby?
Started at 12 yrs old. Built my 1st 5 tube radio (ptp wiring). Since then I've been hooked with feverish search for that great stereo sound. Mind you coming from a 3rd world country one can just dream of such a system. Living in the US for more th... 
Personal speaker evolution
EPI-70(new) $70.00 each (World of Sound of Marin)1977Bose 901 (new) $800/pr.(mail order, NYC)1983JBL150A (used) $600/pr (Bay area)1994Martin Logan Ascent (New) B-day gift(Magnolia HiFi) 2002 
Audiogon "RECORDINGS TO DIE FOR" list
Female Vocal-Track 11- "A Case Of You"- Diana Krall's "Live in Paris"Female Vocal- Track 5- " Light My Fire"- Jacintha "Jacintha is Her Name" Acoustic Guitar- Track 1- "No Messin" - Acoustic Alchemy "Radio Contact"Instrumental Jazz(fogrein- Track ... 
Best female vocals on CD
I highly suggest " JACINTHA is Her Name" CD ALBUM. Groove Note GRV1014-3 (SACD). Excellent sound recording engineering and music selection. My system: ML Ascent; Mc402; SFL line 2 SE; Pioneer CLD-D604 Laser disc/CD player. 
San Francisco Bay Area Audio Society
Anybody still out there?? Has the CA economy hit the Audiophile enthusiast as well?? Joel Fremont, CA 
Girlfriends and wifes, how do YOU cope?
Simple...just get them as involve and interested as you are with your listening to music and audio gears. The next thing you know she will buy you the stuff for your b-day/ Xmas. Wife bought me the ML Ascent last year and upgraded my amp this year...