keithtexas

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Should I upgrade power cord for my preamp?
If it is a tube preamp, I would recommend a ribbon cord like Electrglide, Elrod, etc. I use a standard Electraglide on my Joule Electra and the difference is not subtle. 
cable advice
I have enjoyed my Chimera Labs interconnects. Lots of detail, a little bit of warmth. Very clean.Second the Clear Day speaker cables; haven't heard the GH. 
Review: Furutech TF-10A Pure Transmission Fuse Tweak
I have to agree with this review. I took a chance and bought a Furutech TF 3.15a fuse for my Wyred4Sound DAC2.VERY noticeably better. Much cleaner highs and midrange, bass not quite as noticeable. I am now a believer. The change was actually more ... 
What speakers for 10k?
PMC IB2ihttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hrHQe2N4w2o 
What speakers for 10k?
No experience with Vapor, but dude if it were me. I would get the PMC IB2is for sale here on Audiogon for $5K. Just simply outstanding speakers. 
Best dac used for 2k$
W4S DAC2 DSDSE 
What is the best HEAVY METAL speaker?
Big active ATC or PMC 
The best deal on audiogon right now
Not sure if they're the best deal on the 'Gon right now, but I'm another fan of PMC speakers. I have a pair of the PB1i and they are outstanding. 
Impressed by Pangea Audio AC-9SE
Bit of an update:I like(d) the AC9SE on my MF Tri-Vista; extra bass, clear midrange, and nice treble. One knock that I noticed was just a slight bit of upper midrange glare, really only noticeable at high volumes. The second 'knock', if you can ca... 
Revelation audio labs
Jedinite,Yes, apparently RAL is still making [some] cables.I ordered a Passage umbilical cord for my Musical Fidelity Tri-Vista about 2 1/2 weeks ago, and communicated with Brad via email. I prepaid via paypal. Brad WAS responsive via email, but w... 
Do prefer a black or silver faceplate?
I once went black.And I'll never go back. 
Worth doing upgrades to my W4S DAC-1?
Zavato you did well.And yes, W4S folks are absolutely top notch.Sound and build quality, durability, fast service, resale value, professional attitude - all A+++. 
solid state integrateds that will hold their value
More important than holding its value is.... your enjoyment and satisfaction while you have it. Doesn't matter if you "got a great deal" and it "holds its value" if you don't like it while you have it - or it doesn't match the rest of your system ... 
Which main power cord?
You need plenty of clean current. Try the Pangea AC9SE from AudioAdvisor for 30 days and return it if you don't like it. I think it's a 7 gauge cord, using different qualities of copper (FPC, PCOCC)Buy/borrow one to audition/demo head to head agai... 
Need to Downsize: Small Speaker Recommendation
Agree with SF Cremona Auditor M.Also listen to some ATC. 12sl for sale here at $850; larger models are better but much more expensive.