keithr

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Integrated confusion? Levinson 383 or JRConcentra
I had a Concentra II, and it wasn't my cup of tea. I have auditioned the Levinson, and it always was cold and sterile to me. Not bothersome, but not exciting. If it were me, I would audition the new BAT (i am trying to do this as well). 
What amps are being used with Revel Studios?
I've heard them on Rowland a lot (Synergy/10) 
Dynaudio Contour 1.3SE brightness?
Interesting as I have owned Wilsons and others, and the SEs are one of the few that integrate the drivers superbly. I also like the 3.0, but my room doesn't need that big of a speaker.Dyns jam or boogie so to speak...i was surprised how many speak... 
Talon Khorus x or B&W 802
To the dealers on this thread: How good are the new Ravens? They seem to be a lot of speaker at their pricing point, which is thousands less than Sophias or Studios.Thanks, and I enjoy your responses...going to hear Khorus Xs tomorrow in Anaheim, ... 
BAT VK50SE or CJ Premier 16LS Series ll
I would save a bunch of dough and buy 2 Cary Rocket 88s and the Cary 2002 preamp and vertically biamp. You can even try it with one, or get a single V12. Once you go tubes, you will forget Rotel and JDRG (which I have owned both btw).Dennis Had ha... 
PreAmp for Revel Studio with Rowland 10?
Why not get a Synergy ii if you want ss? If you want tube, check out Hovland, etc. 
Best Amp for under 10K?
I would check out the new CAT JL2...supposedly phenomenal. After discount, you should be at 10k.Other cheaper options:BAT VK75SECary V12 MK2You can't go wrong with all 3.I think the VTLs are ok, but they have so many tubes to replace....