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Classe Reliability : Your Opinions?
I own two Classe 25 amps and Cp-60 pre amp, have had no problems what so ever. I leave all my Classe equipment on 24/7 
Von Schweikert VR2
I agree with 9rw at that perhaps the batteries are low in Sedona's hearing aid, so please someone send him some Duracells, as to the silver wire I would replace with copper IC as suggested above. Wires do make a difference and there are lots of Co... 
newbie 1st post 2 channel reccomendations.
Von Schweikert VR-2 speakers $2000 new, Classe CP-47.5 Pre amp $600 used, Classe CA-200 amp $800 used and Audio Research CD-1 600 used. Here is an example of a nice $4000 system. I would put half the money in speakers and the rest in components wi... 
Biamping Classe CAP-100 with CA-150. Good Idea?
Pick up another CAP-100 and Vertical Bi-amp as I'm doing this with two Classe 25 amps and a CP-60 Preamp. I find this set up works best for me. As for the CP-35 Preamp, I would hold out and see if you can pick up a CP-60 or there is a DR-6 here on... 
How to bi-amp with 2 two-channel amps?
Horizontal bi-amping allows you to use two different types of amps ( i.e. tubes for highs, SS for bass) you can also use two identical amps. When horizontal is choosen you will use one amp for right and left channel upper and the second amp for ri... 
New to Vinyl, TT suggestions please
I was in the same boat 6 months ago and asked the same question. The three most recommened were MMF-5, VPI jr and Rega, I went with the VPI because it seemed to have the most upgrades availbe. You can pick up VPI jr for around $500 used. (66 tri-p... 
Need help finding a relaible/reasonable shipper
Try Rhodeway Trucking as I shipped Martin Logans from Ca to NM and all went well! This is the Co. Martin Logan uses. Make sure when they are boxed up you put at least 12 inches of material between speakers and box, bubble wrap around speakers is a... 
How much does your system retail for?
$50,000 in the Equipment and $13,000 in vinyl and CD. Most of the EQ. was bought in the past two years, so now it's time to buy Lots-O music! 
To repair or buy cheap?
The above are correct as Pacific Stereo sold the Quadraflex as there house brand, I owned there SS reciver. They were a big time store in the SF bay area with about 15 stores. If your just looking to have some tunes in another room pick up a cheap... 
I have a lack of depth in "soundstage".
Speaker placement! 
Managing thick power cables...
Try wrapping electrical tape on the IEC end but it will only take one wrap or less, too much and you wont be able to plug in. I do this and I dont need to use velcro or zip ties. Happy Holidays! 
Best 2-CH AMP at $2500
Check out Classe!Merry Christmas! 
Amp for Martin Logan Ascent
There are far too many amps to list with out a dollar amount stated! Here are my first three I would check out, Classe, Audio Research and VTL.The Logans do best with higher power amps. As to subs with the Logans I would not use them if it's a mus... 
Cars. What does the typical audiophile drive?
1.Daily drivers 2001 GMC, 2003 Monte Carlo SS, 2001 Vet Weekends 1967 Camaro SS, 1966 Mustang GT Fastback, 1970 Chevell SS bigblock, 1966 GTO Tri-power 1968 GMC 455 big block blower motor 650 hp a fun one to drive! and the last one is a Late model... 
PS 300 - latest upgrade
I have a P-600 and installed the upgrade and it's worth the bucks! Happy Listening!