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Listing of Opamps for EE Minimax DAC Plus
Same* result here, SS output is much improved with tube removed...however, with the right tube (system compatibility) I prefer the 'fleshier' output of the tube stage.I found no real measurable (by ear)improvement to the tube output with the remov... 
DVD Player with Resume Where Stopped Feature
my Yamaha S1800 does this...it resumes from the stop point even if I turn the player off. I use it for cd/sacd playback. 
Amp suggestion between Rega & Adcom sound please ?
You could change the power cord for a beefier one...and sub Sonicap for the 3.3uF input caps. Did that to an old GFA555 and was pleased with the result. 
Does anyone here own a Jolida 202/302/502 amp
I have a modded 302, all caps replaced with higher quality ones. Since I prefer a more neutral sound with a touch of warmth, my choice of tubes may not give you the kind of sound you want.The EH 6CA7 is more to the neutral side than the typical EL... 
Review: MCM Custom Audio 50-7774 24/96 DAC
Yes, it is a pretty good DAC for under $100. I found that it gives even better sound via battery power or a beefier power supply. There are also DIY mods, if you are handy with a soldering iron, posted on the net (just google TC7510 mods)which cla... 
Hissing sound coming from tweeters
To verify its really the amps, you need to disconnect the interconnect connected to the amps (do so with the amps off of course). If the 'hiss' is still there, then you are hearing the noise floor of the amp's circuit.Would a conditioner reduce th... 
Modern day female jazz recommendations
Fay Victor. Lazy Old Sun, recorded live in Amsterdam is my favorite of the two albums I currently have of her's. An absolute masterpiece. Heavy rotation in my musical life.