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Shootout: AMR CD-77 vs. AR CD7 vs. Wadia 581se
Chris: Bigger companies have bigger overhead and generally need to charge more to cover their greater expense. This does not always mean that the product built by the smaller company is going to better. Also consider the fewer people handling a pr... 
Crossoverless Speakers - Ultimate Solution ?
Clipsal: I would say that in theory the best crossover is no crossover, but as you are discovering a design like you are using is highly limited, due mostly to driver technology.Detail is a function of many things. The drivers, cabinet constructio... 
Grand Prix Audio Monaco Turntable
I think the review was a very well written assessment of the table. Roy Gregory seemed to really "get" the virtues of the technology and I am happy he felt so strongly about it. As a dealer for Grand Prix Audio, I really think Alvin Lloyd deserves... 
Shootout: AMR CD-77 vs. AR CD7 vs. Wadia 581se
Kgproperties: Does the quote "No good deed goes unpunished", have a ring of truth for you? I want to thank you for the time you spent conveying your experience with the player and the different equipment used. The most important thing you shared w... 
Marten Design Coltrane or Rockport Hypersion??
I am very familiar with both and I do not sell either. The Marten Coltrane has a more real sounding midrange and tweeter. The inner detail and dynamics are also greater than the Rockport Hyperions. It is however a much smaller speaker and cannot m... 
Hooverphonic anyone?
They have this strange effect on me :) 
preamp for dartzeel amp?
French_fries: I figured I might help clarify things a bit. The darTZeel preamplifier comes as it does, with phonostage because most people who use darTZeel equipment also have a vinyl rig in their systems. Reality is that if darTZeel made a separa... 
What is the best Dynavector MC cartridge - why?
Gerrym5: It was the stereo version. I have not had the mono. 
What is the best Dynavector MC cartridge - why?
Both are excellent cartridges, but to my ears, the Dynavector XV-1-s is more refined sounding.Disclosure: I sell Dynavector and have chosen not to go with the Air Tight for the reason above.JonathanChambers Audio 
what is best isolation for Kuzma XL? HRS or SRA?
You should add the Grand Prix Audio Monaco to the list. I have experience with all three and prefer the GPA. I have only tried the Kuzma with the GPA.JonathanChambers Audio 
Harshness in Midrange??? Any Help
How old are the tubes in the ARC? 
Von Schweikert VR4 JR and Krell 400xi?
While I am not a big fan of Krell amplifiers (sorry), they will match quite well with the Von Schweikert VR4Jrs. The VR4jrs are very musical and full sounding and the Krells will compliment them well. 
Aesthetix IO Sig V 2nd power supply & Lamm LP2 del
Downunder: I am in complete agreement with Rcprince's response.Rushton: Respectfully, my experiences are not unique. These are not "suggestions", they are experiences. Speak with Lakefrontroad, Gladstone, Jonathan Valin, Rmaurin, etc. And by the w... 
Aesthetix IO Sig V 2nd power supply & Lamm LP2 del
I agree mostly with the above response. My experiences are as follows:Aesthetic IO Signature MKII with 2nd PS: 1. Great dynamics.2. Great air in the top end.3. Good flexibility for variety of carts.4. Fairly quiet at first, very noisy shortly afte... 
Review: Peak Consult Incognito X Speaker
Thank you for your very thorough review. I enjoyed the comparison quite well.I have had the Peak Consults Incognito's come in on trade and was very impressed with them. I found them extremely musical and very well balanced. I have also heard the M...