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Thiel Acquired by Private Equity Firm
Last Tuesday morning I received a call letting me know my new amp should be in within 4 to 5 days. At lunchtime, I was listening to some music and discovered that I had blown a tweeter in my 3.6's. I called Thiel and they had me overnight it to th... 
Thiel CS 3.7 and Vandersteen 5a, 5a Carbon
Update. I have an Aesthetix Atlas Signature arriving any day. I ordered the Vandersteen 5A Carbons and they will be here in about four weeks. Delays in the room they'll be going in however means I won't be able to take possession of them for close... 
Here’s my $1750…just tell me what to buy..
There's a McCormack DNA-1 Deluxe Revision Gold currently up for sale that I would give very serious consideration. I have been using one for the past 15 years and have been very happy with it. It has been incredibly reliable, has great sound and s... 
How much should I pay for a 2001 Thiel CS 3.6?
I've had my 3.6's for over 14 years and have been driving them with a McCormack DNA 1 Deluxe that I had upgraded by SMc Audio to Revision A Gold with some extras in 1998. The amps are rated at 185 watts. I have to say that I have enjoyed them very... 
Thiel CS 3.7 and Vandersteen 5a, 5a Carbon
Larry,Your point is well taken. In the past, when it was much easier, I would take my music with me and spend enough time with different speakers to appreciate the differences myself. A number of factors has made that more difficult for me now.I e... 
What is your favorite Chick Corea CD/Album?
Light as a Feather. 
Analog point of entry...
For CD's, I'm using a Classe CDT 1 transport and a Classe DAC 1 transport. A number of years ago, my old BIC turntable broke and I did not replace it. After my father passed away four years ago, I was given his old Benjamin Miracord 50H turntable.... 
Cal Delta manual wanted, please
I have one. If you send me an e-mail with your name and address, I'll photocopy it and send it to you on Monday. No money necessary. 
Best HDMI Cable for Video
I read the review of the Nordost Wyrewizard HDMI and they sound very tempting. I can't seem to locate a dealer that carries that particular cable nor do I find them listed on the Nordost site. Any suggestions? 
McCormack DNA-1 Power Cord Upgrade
I have a DNA-1 Rev Gold and recently changed the cord to a Shunyata Python Alpha. I had a BMI Eel on it before which I understand was designed more for digital equipment. I also placed Aurios MIB Pro isolation discs under the amp. Everything about... 
DVD burner Vs. Comcast
Try calling Comcast tech support. I've found them to be pretty good. 
Long HDMI vs. short, Long interconnects vs. short
I have the same situation as you, but the distance to my TV is a few feet longer. I kept the DVD with the audio rack and got a long HDMI from bettercables.com. The picture is excellent. If it could be better, I would think it would be too close fo... 
Best HDMI Cable for Video
Sorry, I haven't compared, but I got mine from bettercables.com and I'm very happy. I'm using it with a Samsung 67" DLP. 
Would an Audiofile really download music?
First, thank you for the link Albert. Now in regard to the question. Being an audiophile is separate from my love of music. In the days of Napster, I downloaded quite a bit of oldies that I was unable to find for purchase or didn't care about purc... 
Do you care about the LOOK???
With one exception, I put performance above appearance. All my equipment is black or dark grey, so I won't buy a component with a silver faceplate.