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1 piece of audio gear I really regret selling is..
Berning Zh 270 amp. 
Have you heard the latest Merlin VSM-MXe speakers?
Having owned 4 versions of the VSM speaker (VSM Gen 3, VSM SE, VSM M, VSM MX), I called Bobby at the factory to discuss the MXe upgrade. The VSM has been a labor of love for him and with each version of the speaker, they have improved substantiall... 
Joule Electra Owners-What Power Cables?
I've used with a Joule Electra LA 150 (now upgraded to Mk 2 version) both Cardas Golden Reference as as well as David Elrod's Signature 2 ribbon cables. Both were excellent. 
Favorite Tube Speaker Match
Merlin VSM MX & Joule Electra VZN 100 monos. 
My digital front end outdoes my analog.....
That's one less gent elbowing me out at the used record store: ) Your loss is my gain! 
SCOUTMASTER TO ARIES 3
Jamperry,In a word....yes. Call Sheila Weisfield or Email factory for upgrade pricing.Jim 
SCOUTMASTER TO ARIES 3
I've just sent my 300 rpm motor from my ScoutMaster that is "tricked out" (JMW 9 Sig arm, SDS, center weight, outer ring) to VPI to be upgraded to their new single fly wheel motor combo. (see their web page for details). Mr. W told me that it will... 
Who mods the EAR 834P
I love mine as well. Agree with Gmele. Northern Sound mod, NOS CV404 and it will be state of the art. 
Tube OTL amp for VAndy 5
Call Jud at Joule Electra. Besides building the highest quality hand built OTL's that kick butt, he is without question one of the finest gentlemen of Hi-End audio. 
Everyone whose Merlins...
Bobby,In my rig, the sound continued to improve with 15 or 20 discharges/recharges. Just gets better and better : )) 
Everyone whose Merlins...
David,There is no question in my mind that I have built my sytem around the VSM speaker. I was quite unprepared for the quantam leap in performance that the MX has brought to my set up. (although after two other VSM upgrades you would think I'd ha... 
Everyone whose Merlins...
VSM-MX (piano black) with Super Battery BAM Room/Setup: 14’ x 20’ x 8’ dedicated room in basement speakers positioned along the short wall 62” out from front wall, 32” out from side wall speakers are 6.5’ apart using three Z-feet listening chair i... 
Merlin Owner's...
The VZN is quick, detailed, extended, focused, dimensional with take your breath away clarity, transient speed. It has the most complete and organic harmonic envelope I've experienced in 35+ years of this hobby. One listen with the Merlin's and yo... 
Joule Electra VZN100 with Merlin VSM-MX.
While the VZN 100 do throw some heat, I agee with Bobby. Open a window. Works quite well for me in a dedicated room 20X14x8. 
Question 4 owners of Merlin & First Sound preamp
It's service like this offer that puts Boby@Merlin in a class with a select few Hi-End owners.