jont

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Wilson Witt vs Sophia
I haven't heard the Sophia's, I like the W/P didn't really care for the Witt 
Vienna Acoustics vs Revel Studios?
Most of what i see is right....I own the V-A and an Ayre V3. It's an incredible match! I've compared the Revels as well....if you like the V-A, the Revels WILL be fatiging to you. The difference is the tweeter! Come on people, the tweets are even ... 
ML pre amps, 380 vs. 38S?
I don't think there is any comparison....I've A-B'd them, I like the 380. Warmer smoother more natural. 
Are Vienna Acoustics really this good
I've had 2 pair of Beethovens (version 1 and 3.2). THE BEST I'VE HEARD FOR THE MONEY! 
Ayre V-3 vs BAT VK-200 vs Classe' CA-200
i've owned both the BAT and Arye. the BAT is more tube like (more of a warm, romantic sound) the Arye is more accurate. I've also heard the Ayre without upgrades/with the component upgrade/and with both upgrades. IF YOU OWN THE AYRE WITH THE UPGRA... 
Best female vocals on CD
i saw Diana Krall and Patrica Barbour, but I didn't see Rebecca Pigon. gotta add her. 
FEEDBACK ON B.A.T. VK-200 -VS-AYRE V-3
actually i just was able to a-b these two amps in my (all BAT) system. the BAT had a lot more deep bass and overall had a warmer sound (more romantic). the ayre was cooler and more refined. the soundstage was a little deeper and closer, not as lai... 
Vienna Acoustics Beethoven Speakers
2 comments regarding johnv's posting. the v-a speakers will sound thin if they are to close to the wall. also, regarding the vandersteens. you are comparing apples to oranges....the vandersteen will mask any flaws in the system further upstream. t... 
Vienna Acoustics Beethoven Speakers
your in luck. i have an all bat system with v-a beethoven speakers and it is the most synergistic combo i've ever heard regardless of price. unfortuately, i can't speak for the bow gear.....questions? feel fee to e-mail