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Need some advice on preamp
Consider a Thor Linestage, or a Thor Phono preamp.The Thor is probably the finest and last linestage that you will ever buy.Although it is more expensive, the Thor products are worth every penny.Also, Thor has a lifetime warranty, and is hand made... 
Maggies damaged in transit questions
The dealer should replace the speakers immediately.If you have a problem call the Manufacturer and provide the details of the problem, and fax a sales receipt as proof.I am sure that the manufacturer will resolve the issue.Electrostatic speakers a... 
The most musical system you ever build?
Quad ESL 988 LoudspeakersQuad 99 PreampQuad 909 AmpRega Planet 2000 CD Player.Audioprism Foundation IIFinal Labs Daruma II under the CD and Vibrapods under the rest.Imperial Sonics Wire all around, inc power cords.The Quads are the clearest and mo... 
system built around creek integrated amp
I have a Creek 5350 SE and I use Spendor S3/5s.My wire is Nordost Flatline II. The Spendor's are a perfect,and I mean perfect match for the Creek. I used to own Totem Arro's, but the Spendor's are in another league, and they are cheaper! I will no... 
Best Sub - Rel or Vandersteen
Rel.Hands down no comparison.I own a Rel-201E, and a Storm.My home theater uses the Storm.My audio system uses the Q-201E.I use Totem Arro speakers and the Rel.This combo is driven by by an Audio-Refinement Complete, with Harmonic Tech cords alll ... 
Best transport for Bel Canto Dac1
I am currently using a Pioneer DV-09.I had a Pioneer DV-414, and the DV-09 was in my Home Theater System.I called Bel Canto and asked what they thought would be a better transport; CD only or DVD.I was considering a CD only Transport such as a The... 
Audio refinement vs AA Puccini vs Linn M
I have owned both, and I can tell you that The Audio Refinement outdoes the Magik in every way.Nothing comes close to the Audio Refinement for the money.The Magik is not even in the same league. 
Speakers 500,for Audio Refinement Amp
Try the Totem Speakers I have the Arro IIs with the Audio Refinement and it is amazing.I also auditioned several preamps and I love the Audio Refinement.The Totems are a great match. 
Linn Keltic speakers
I have owned Linn Kabers active with Klouts in an all Linn system.I have also had a REL Storm with this system.I currently sold my Klouts,Kabers,Karik/Numerik,Kairn/Kudos. In my Family room I have 4 5140's, a Linn 5110, the Rel Storm,a Pioneer DV-...