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Bob Carver LLC has been purchased by Emotiva
06-27-13: Wolf_garciaI don't get the reasons for Emotiva lowering the price of these amps. I assumed that with all the hype and glowing reviews these things are selling well ...Is it possible your assumptions are wrong and one of the reason compan... 
Bob Carver LLC has been purchased by Emotiva
06-26-13: Dragon_vibeFeel like we just been played. I don't know what else to say. They never notified us nor did they make it clear on the direction they going. It was all done behind the curtains.Dragon_vibe (Threads | Answers | This Thread)You'... 
People buying Transports again?
I saw Michael Fremer interview on the Newport show where he mentioned AQ wireless/ethernet cable demo. Ethernet cable connected to router is much much superior to wireless. AQ entry level much superior to common Costco ethernet cable. CAN'T hear d... 
Manufacturer Repairs? What is a reasonable time?
Springbok10, did the manufacturer give you an estimate before shipping the amp? If he didn't mentioned possible delays, then I have to agree with Jmcgrogan2. 
Bob Carver LLC has been purchased by Emotiva
06-25-13: Dragon_vibeIts unethical how they treated there dealers. Now few are stuck with a unit they paid for more then current retail cost. If you ask me Bob and his friends are a bunch of thief's. No respect to dealers or those who paid high pr... 
Tube amp down, need guidance from the experienced
When a blown tube takes out the resistor on my amp, new tube will work but can't bias and just runs very hot. 
Bob Carver LLC has been purchased by Emotiva
Did the sale of the business result in a price change?Read some press release a price drop. I THINK THINK BB is $7900 and Cherry 180 is $6000. 
can u cut longer interconnects and reterminate?
06-24-13: LallThe first meter is always going to be much more expensive because they contain the connectors. Just to give you an example, a quad set of WBT Nextgen RCA plug costs anything between $160 to 300!Lall (System | Threads | Answers | This... 
People buying Transports again?
Not me. I might get a Oppo BDP-105 w/EVS or MW mod for my SACD and BluRay collection and DSD with new firmware.There are several things I've done improved computer audio.1. Connect DAC and laptop to router via ethernet cable. A HUGE improvement ov... 
Service Tech in CT/MA?
Checkout: http://www.theservicedepartmentct.com/index.htmlI've heard positive comments but no personal experience. You can always try Goodwin High End in Waltham, MA. 
TAD Evolution 1 vs Thiel CS3.7
In July Stereophile issue, Kalman Rubinson reviewed the TAD Evolution One. Review is very accurate from my experience and the measurements support it. 
Need Help finding Speakers Budget 20,000 US
06-19-13: Dave_72I'm gonna say something controversial, so here goes. Imo, it's better to go with bigger companies or companies who have been in the business a long time rather than upstart or companies that have only been around for 5-10years. Mo... 
HiDiamond Speaker Cables
Ozzy, you know the only way to find out is try them in your system. You've already blown your kids inheritance. Thank GOD mortgage rates are still low so equity loan is an option for 2 pairs of D8s. LOL!!! 
can u cut longer interconnects and reterminate?
06-17-13: SwampwalkerJust use the next sequential serial# on the re-terminated cables??Unless I miss my guess, the next number in the sequence is already on the cable that was manufactured next.Swampwalker (System | Threads | Answers | This Thread... 
TAD Evolution 1 vs Thiel CS3.7
I recently bought a pair of TAD Evolution One and VERY VERY happy with the purchase. They are like horns without the bass issues but you have to drive them with high quality electronics. TAS review is deadon. Plan to keep them for a while.I'm fami...