jperry

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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. 
EL 34 Amp Recommendations
If this is your first tube amp, regardless of the brand you purchase:1. Buy something that is reliable;2. Has long tube life;3. Is easy to use (has built in meter or auto-bias);4. Has good resale;5. Has good manufacturer service. 
That's not right - but what's wrong?
One quick and easy thing to check is tightening all of the bolts holding the speaker units in the speaker cabinet. Even if it does not solve your problem, the bolts work loose over time and should be checked every year or two and may have loosened... 
EL 34 Amp Recommendations
I would als recommend a Quicksilver 
"NEWEST'" Favorite album
Joe Bonamassa - Live from nowhere in particular