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upgrade suggestion please for Zu Omen def
The MasterSound Due Venti is better than the Almarro. They pop up from time to time. 
ARC LS-27 or ARC ref-3
Since Valin alludes to all new ARC preamps coming (yet again), I would wait. 
Why does Cary Audio keep discontinuing good amps?
Cary lost me when they went into home theater.There really hasn't been much of new product other than the 120S in like 10 years.The Cary V12 was a great amp and cost 4k. Ahh, the days. 
Berkeley Alpha Dac Series II, anyone heard it?
I have heard from a dealer that the changes are very minimal.The USB device is probably a much bigger upgrade. 
What is the best sounding QSC power amp
You are asking a pretty ridiculous question--since the QSC designer believes all amps sound the same. 
re tubing C2300 and MC2102
C2300 needs more warmth imo and the NOS Teles deliver that---i used ribbed plates 
Best Rock Album in 2011
Time for an update:I really, really like the new Wilco. That and Bon Iver (hard to say it's rock) are my favs this year. 
Best CD I've heard so far 2011.........
anyone hear the new Girls? 
Room Treatment for Corners - Recommendations?
I love my Rives designed corners. They really disappear and look quite lovely.Of course they are a lot more expensive than GIK tri traps. 
Has anyone tried the ayon Orion with zu?
Mastersound Compact 845 in your price range. 
Zu Druid MK IVs vs. Essences
I should also add, if I didn't own the Zu Def2s---the Reference 3A Grand Veena was really impressive at THE Show and would probably be strong consideration. 
Zu Druid MK IVs vs. Essences
Shadorne-I've owned Wilson Sophias, Dynaudio C1s (one of your favs), and had Barefoot MM27s in my room as well for an extended audition (pro audio speaker).Zu Definition 2s are the real deal, driven by the correct amplification. Whizzer cone or no... 
VAC 440 Statement mono blocks, any opinions
Why are these amps priced to such a premium over ARC and VTL high power alternatives? I like Vac sound but... 
q3 magico
Tbg- it's been repeatedly shown that mdf is poorer to other materials. I'm sure JA's measurements on a Tidal will clarify that as well at some point in the future.But considering the price Tidal charges (24k for a 2.5 way and on up)--- I personall... 
q3 magico
I don't understand the Tidal cost structure---I mean, they are mdf cabinet speakers at extremely high prices. At least Magico and Wilson seem to give you a unique cabinet at their respective pricing.