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Rudy Van Gelder: Genius or just lucky?
I listen to a lot of RVG on vinyl...originals...not reissues. They sound great...really great. He did a lot of stuff that is not that expensive to buy still. Everybody has their opinion but this one reminds of the thread where someone said that Mi... 
TLC for Vintage Marantz Receiver in NYC Area
Call Ben at NY Audio Repair at 718-377-8010. He knows that amp well. I saw one there recently he remade. He was head of the repair department at Stereo Exchange when they were 2 channel and dealt in all the vintage gear. 
Kondo audio Note MC Step up Transformer
I use AN UK M8 pre with phono and S8 stepup. Sounds great. I did get a chance to compare the latest Kondo stepup and the AN UK S8 was better. There is a lot of synergy using the pre and stepup with the .05 output AN cartridge. 
Which NYC Dealers REALLY know how to setup a TT?
Ben at New York audio Repair. He is located in Brooklyn. Number is 718-377-8010. Vast knowledgeable with all kinds of repairs and restorations. He recently rewired my Audio Note arm and did a great job. 
Any member feedback from C.E.S. 2006?
The Quattros sounded great also. One of the most natural and coherent at the show 
Reference Transports: An overall perspective
The new Audio Note transports deserve consideration. I own the new CDT 2 and it is much better than the CEC TL2X that I had modified by Reference Audiomods. 
Eastern Electric/Manley
Jaybo- Have you heard the Eastern Electric? Why are you slamming it? They have a great reputation of making an excellent product and standing behind it. I have an EE preamp and it is excellent value. 
Preamp Deal of the Century
The new amps look cool as all his stuff does. What does the chrome tower on the KT88 cover or is it cosmetic?? 
Whats on your turntable tonight?
Ben Webster meets Coleman Hawkins on World Record(English pressing) Way excellent! 
Tinnitus - do you have ringing in the ears?
I had some success with grapefruit seed extract ear drops and butchers broom herbal capsules. I get some relief but it varies. I have ordered the Bio-Ear drops and will report back. 
What time do you wear?
Robert Lighton Growler See it at www.robertlighton.comA huge submarine watch. 
Anyone had experience with Opera Audio Cyber 211?
I hsd one and was not crazy about it. You can do much better for the money. Cool looking chassis but really cheap transformers. 
Tally up best preamplifier ever
New Audio Note M8 with phono. This incorporates a completely new power and preamp section. It is an amazing upgrade over the old M8. List is $31,500 
HELP for Tinnitus
PBB I don't have false hopes or side effects. I have less noise in my ear! 
HELP for Tinnitus
PBB You seem to contradict yourself. A doctor can't help and can't tell you what is causing the problem and you are crtitcal of trying something else outside of traditional medicine. Then you say it is the placebo effect when I say I got relief. ...