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Buying new vinyl?
There sure is. As stated above Music Direct and Acoustic Sounds are both top notch. Be sure you read the return policy. Check out Amazon, their return policy is bullet proof. Like Arh says, a lot of NEW music will be from digital masters, but not ... 
Best Live Album Ever...
Thanks Mcdaddy, I was starting to think I was the only one thinking of Live Bullet when I started reading this thread. I'll add:Dave Matthews Listener SupportedPink Floyd PulseDeep Purple Made in Japan 
Two things about tubes
I've had two tube preamps, and one tube integrated. If you have efficient speakers and you sit close you MIGHT hear a slight hiss if your room is otherwise very quiet. My tube integrated is dead quiet with my 92db Von Schweikert speakers. I like t... 
Anyone with W4S amps and preamp
Thanks so much guys. This is exactly what I was hoping for. It has been a very long time since tubes have not been in the signal path of my stereo and I am twitchy. Unfortunately no way to audition similar setups within a 500 mile radius that I am... 
Anyone with W4S amps and preamp
I would like to hear from anyone who uses or has heard the W4S amps and preamp together preferably with balanced connects in respect to other gear they may have owned. I am also interested in input from anyone who has used switching amps with othe... 
does a subwoofer kill stereo sound?
I have full range Von Schweikert VR4sr's driven by Audio Space Ref.3.1. I felt the bottom end was mostly missing with only 42 watts per channel. I called Albert and he suggested his new subwoofer with a no questions asked 90 day in home trial. The... 
Service Von Schweikert?????
I have always had good luck calling during business hours Pacific time zone. It is not unusual at all for Albert to answer the phone. My experience has been extremely postive in dealing with VSA. 
Audio Space Ref 3.1 KT88 - biasing
Yep. My manual says...turn the meter range to v1 position. With a small flat head screwdriver, adjust the bias voltage for v1 by turning the bias pot (v1) located on top of the chassis. Adjust the bias pot until the indicator of the analog meter o... 
Audio Space Ref 3.1 KT88 - biasing
It is very easy. Bias all tubes to the "0" on the bias meter on the front of the amp. Don't forget to turn the bias screws to the left to lower bias before you start for new tubes. If you have any further questions, email me. I have had my AS for ... 
New Von Schweikert VR 33?
you might check the VS circle over on Audiocircle.com. Hope posting this is not against the rules. 
kt 88 vs kt88
I'll second the Gold Lion recommendation. Changing out the stock tubes in my Audio Space ref. 3.1 integrated with the Gold Lions was a significant improvement. After approx. 100 hrs the change was a major improvement. 
AZ adagios or von schweikert vr4jr
I can't help with your speaker comparisons, but I strongly disagree with the post concerning VS business practices. You can pick up the phone and speak to Albert almost any day. I have called several times and was always given more time than I exp... 
Best bourbon?
Pappy VanWinkle 20 yr. old, if money is no object. Rowen's Creek is good and reasonable at ~$40. I need to try the Eagle rare. Happy Holidays!! 
Von Schweikert VR 3
I had a pair for several years. Hard to beat for the money. Bass is excellent. Midrange is very good and they soundstage way above their price point. I'm sure some of this depends on what kind of music you listen to and your associated equipment. ... 
Any Derek Trucks Band fans?
Duane Almond????? Almond Brothers Band?????