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set amps with merlin vsm??? enough power
Look into OTL amplifiers. They are a perfect match for the Merlin's. 
WADIA 270/27ix vs. CAPITOLE
I am a dealer for Audio Aero so this post may seem a bit biased.I had the Wadia combo, which I had taken in on trade just prior to the Audio Aero arriving for us to audition. I was not that impressed with it. I found it very hifi sounding and quit... 
Wilson Sohpia
The Sophia's are a wonderful change for Wilson. Quite a bit more musical and less severe than the other speakers in their line. Other good speakers to consider would be Piega P10's (which I sell), Talon Khorus X's, Maggie's and Sound Labs. All are... 
JVC XRCD CDs, are they worth the extra cash?
I love most of them as well. I also like the Analogue Productions Gold CD's. 
Manley Steelhead
I have not personally heard it, though I have a friend that found it very noisy. I would also recommend avoiding the ARC Ref phono and looking into the Aesthetix Io Signature, or the Lamm LP2.Good Luck. 
Verity Audio Parsifals: Shipping and collecting
Call Dan at Adcom Worldwide (888) 595-9500. He will take care of you. 
Audio Aero Capital CD vs SACD
Patricku: If you are talking about the Audio Aero SACD Player, I would be surprised if it released this year. Certainly nothing until September.Mikelavigne: Thanks again for your hospitality. Next time I will take you up on the ice cream :) As far... 
Pre-amp Suggestions for Tubes & Electrostats
I would save some money and replace your CD player and passive attenuator with the Audio Aero Capitole 24/192. It has a remote volume control and very high output. It would allow you to run without a preamp and go directly to the amps. You will al... 
Best Place Online For Upgrade Electrical Outlet
http://www.jenalabs.com 
linn klimax vs the big boys krell, levinson, etc
They are definitely in the same league. Have you heard them? 
Tube Preamp Advice Needed
I am a dealer for BAT and recommend it highly. I have also heard many good things about the Joule. The ARC LS25MKIII, I would avoid. I would also recommend an alternative to your system. Get rid of your Wadia transport and DAC and get an Audio Aer... 
Seeking advice re: complex power conditioning
Jonathan: You are kidding, right? What do you feel is wrong with any of the power products on their own? 
Kharma Exquisites
Avnut: I spent 5 days in the Tenor / Audio Aero / Jena Labs / Rockport / Machina Dynamica room. I put the room together. We had severe problems the first few days due to construction problems and could not even setup the speakers properly until Th... 
Kharma Exquisites
Avnut: When I heard the Exquisite 1d's with the Tenor amplifiers driving them, the bass was among the best, if not the best, I have ever heard. Well into the lower 20s. Not only was it deep, but there was incredible texture, speed and detail. Not ... 
Feeding Maggie
I have to agree with Tim for the most part. But, I prefer Maggie's with a particular tube amplifier. I thought the best sound I ever heard out of the 1.6's was with a pair of Wolcott P220M amps on them. It made the speakers sound absolutley world ...