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How to bias Sonic Frontiers Line 2?
Kr4- trust me there's nothing in the manual, other thantelling you not to touch the pots. 
Your favorite Jazz album - w/in last 5 years
Ahmad Jamal- Olympia 2000. with Idris Muhammad-drums,George Coleman-tenor sax and James Cammark-bass.Recorded live in Paris. 
How to bias Sonic Frontiers Line 2?
They are not autobiased. If you are using single eneded RCA outputs the bias trimpot position doesn't matter, but for XLR balanced outputs you should adjust the bias after replacing any of the tubes. The easiest way is as follows:1. Disconnect cab... 
When does SACD make sense - my theory
I certainly hope you're right about Mr.Meitner's magic moving downstream.Thanks for sharing your list. Look forward to some feedback after you get the 6. 
When does SACD make sense - my theory
Rsbeck- Glad to hear it so easy to find SACDs on the mainland. And thanks for tip on www.music-direct.com. I prefer to buy directly from record labels like Concord & Telarc.It wouldn't take 10 years to decide the format war. HT willdictate the... 
Great Jazz SACDs
Rsbeck- since you've obviously invested a lot time & money in this format, what Jazz SACDs do you recommend? 
When does SACD make sense - my theory
If it takes $15K worth of playback equipment to hear "everything SACD can do," then the format is doomedto failure.But the bigger problem is, they're not making it easy tofind SACDs. How many record stores have you been in with SACDs on display? T... 
Great Jazz SACDs
Concord ccd2-9041-2- Chick Corea- "Rendezvous in New York"2-SACDLive DSD recording(they used the much talked about EMM Labs ADC 8-8 & DAC 8 MkII, as well as the DCS 904/954)-features Corea in duo settings with master vibraphonist Gary Burton, ... 
Amp/pre for Soundlab M1s Advice: Digital or no?
The Musician II is a big improvement over past Spectron amps. Their six channel Premiere is due out shortly. They are more than worth a listen, unless you need a heater foryour room, then go with the JC-1s or Wolcotts. 
Placement of Salons to maximize soundstaging
Try the Cardas formula:Center of woofer to side wall= .276 x room widthCenter of woofer to back wall= .447 x room widthThen do your toe in. 
Dealer needs input, next wave of gear?
How hard is for an audiophile to get up and change a disc or arrange a storage rack to hold your CD collection?As Lugnut points out, hard drive systems appeal to wholehouse built-in crowd who want high quality backround music.If you're interested ... 
Are You Satisfied?
It so nice to read that folks with the six figuresystems are satisfied.I wonder if they're now making an equal investment in LPs, CDs,SACDs...etc. 
Who's Your Favorite Bass Players; Why?
Agree that Christian McBride is the man right now, butfortunately there's a lot interesting younger players like Reid Anderson from The Bad Plus and James Cammackwho's on Ahmad Jamal's new CD.Always enjoyed Gary Peacock, who should be nominatedfor... 
Any Good SACD Player Plays CD Well
Jtinn- thanks for taking the time to look at my system. Please don't try and use Hawaiian phases.FYI- Stinkeye= Frowning at someone, using facial expression to show displeasure. We've never met and neverwill.Aloha 
Any Good SACD Player Plays CD Well
Wally- Mahalo nui loa. I wish you all the best in yourquest for the best.Tireguy- Yes, it's about the money, but based on your pastposts/system, and Jtinn's being a dealer, I'll reserve my judgement on the EMM Labs' redbook performance until I hea...