jperry

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Rogue Tempest Magnum original ver questions
I do not have an answer for you, but I have a suggestion. I purchased a used Rogue 99 preamp. I had some questions and Mark O'Brien at Rogue was very helpful.I would not hesitate to contact them directly with your questions. Rogue will be your sou... 
Help me discover some new music...
Joe Bonamassa - Live from nowhere in particularBlack DubBoth new on my frequent play list 
Gain challenge with Lyra Delos
I think you need a phono preamp with more gain. At least 60 db 
2013 Wish List
I want to get everything up and running.Right now my Shelter 901 is recovering from a housekeeper accident. The Rouge 99 preamp is in for an update.Waiting for the new to me Michell Gyrodec to arrive.So in 2013 it will hopefully all come together. 
Speaker choice: impedance, sensitivity, and tubes
Some additional information such as specific products might allow others to be more helpful.I am using Quicksilver V-4 amps (120 wpc) to drive my Proac Response 2.5 (83 - 85 db efficient)in an 11x17 room and have no issue producing volume level lo... 
Should I burn these?
Yes, and you should roast marshmallows so you can make s'mores. 
When does seller's responsibility end?
I would take the DAC back, with the buyer paying the return shipping, and refund his payment less any costs incurred for ebay and paypal.You can resell it. I would indicate no returns in my next ad. 
Amp + Speakers for a 13 ft X 10 ft room
I would use a speaker with a front port if you are not using a sealed speaker. Maybe you could find a used pair of Proac Response 2 or a used front ported Spendor/HarbethPC + DAC should be fine for a source. 
Considering Beveridge, your opinion please.
The things that worry you are the reasons I would not buy Beveridge speakers and have them restored. While I don't have personal experience with Beveridge speakers I think your restoration budget of $2,500 sounds low. Restoring anything this old i... 
Best CONCERTS of 2012?
I saw Bruce Springsteen earlier this week in Phoenix, AZ and he put on a GREAT show. More energy and excitement than I have seen from any band in years 
Sota Sapphire?
Send the OC-9 to Soundsmith and for $250, assuming everything else is OK with the cartridge they will replace the cantilever and stylus. I had this done and it sounds great.I also used the SOTA/MMT combination for years and it is a very good sound... 
Tube Monoblocks in the 5-7K Range
Quicksilver V4. Glorious sound, powerful and trouble free.I have a pair and they drive my 83 db speakers with ease. Plenty of choices on tubes. I use EL34 because of the great midrange. 
Setting up wireless digital music server
I use a Sonos for the same purpose. It is easy to use and works great. 
Replacing Audio Physic Virgo2
How about a smaller speaker in the Audio Physic line if you like the house sound of that brand.I have had Proac speakers for quite a while. Tried some Harbeth when the Proac were being repaired. Sold the Harbeth, and bought a different (more expen... 
Best Basis turntable
Get the one highet up the Basis line you can afford.