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which balanced preamp to recomend?
Artg,I have a Herron VTSP1a and it's completely single ended. Perhaps his new preamps have XLR connectors but not the original model. 
Tri-wire cables?
Alon also makes tri-wire cables, called Black Orpheus, that are quite good sounding and reasonably priced. They come up on the used market from time to time, and they're not that expensive new either. 
What do you think of my 25 laws of audio
I also disagree with most of the "Big and Powerful" stuff. It's like adolescents comparing, well you know what. Though it does dovetail nicely with your moniker I guess. You should check out some SET amps sometime and see/hear that sometimes small... 
Testicle Tumor
As far as a name I've always been a fan of that ancient Greek tragedian, Testicles. Sorry, I've been saving that one up for years, and humor is great medicine. 
Testicle Tumor
Foxtrot,Like everyone I wish you the best possible outcome and a speedy recovery. And not to sound trite, but music is a great restorer of the spirit, so keep the tunes flowing. 
Good Amp for JM Labs Utopia Speakers
Dave,I'm currently running a pair of the original Micro Utopias using a KR Audio tube amp. I was originally under the impression that my amp was putting out 18 watts per side, now I'm beginning to find out that it might be only 12, either way thes... 
Townes Van Zandt fans?
I recently picked up his eponymous album, re-released in 2003 on a label called Sunspots out of Italy. It was originally released in 1969 and the remaster is of excellent quality. According to the liner notes it was his third album originally put ... 
kr audio-help
Hi,Thanks Creeper. Despite the fact that I am trying to sell my amp, the reason is a space issue, at 10" it's too tall for a planned new rack that will contribute greatly to domestic harmony. As I was saying despite that fact, my KR VA300 Antares ... 
why is this thing humming?
It doesn't know the words? ;) 
JM Lab vs Aurum Cantus
I have a pair of the original JMlabs Micro Utopias and I absolutely love them! They're the most detailed and revealing yet musical speaker I've ever had at home. They're also easy to drive, I'm using 18 tube watts. They're also surprisingly full r... 
Tired of my crappy remote. Any suggestions?
Ditch the remote and get some exercise! 
Balanced preamps with Atma-sphere MA-2's
I beleive that both of Atma-sphere's own preamps are fully balanced, and I would imagine that they would be a perfect match. Please keep in mind that I haven't heard them, but it would stand to reason. Good luck and happy listening! 
Best HOME system you've ever heard
The best I ever heard was a system at Deja Vu Audio in Mclean, VA. It was an Esoteric DV-50 universal player, into one of Vu's preamps and amp. He builds incredible sounding gear. This system fed a pair of single driver horn loaded speakers he had... 
A Sad Day...
Rosstaman,There's always a second chance to do it over and better, have faith. And good luck on the photographic journey, don't forget to seek the advice of our own fabulous photo professionals, Marco and Albert Porter. I'm sure much sage advice a... 
HDCD'S
Most of the releases from the Grateful Dead are hdcd's. If you're into classical all of the titles from Reference Recordings are hdcd's, Keith Johnson invented hdcd I think.