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Preamp tubes... Psvane or Genelex?
My friend lent me a pair of the Psvane 12AU7 and I like them. I was hoping to get some comps to the Genelex ones to help me decide. 
Dual Headed USB hookup?
It's not really a standard computer. It's an Auraliti PK90 and it uses a SOTM USB PCI card inside. What I want to know is do I have to put both the data line and the power line of the Gemini cable into the iUSB power supply, or can I leave the pow... 
WILSON CUB 2 VS B&W 803D
My vote is for the B & W. 
Digital wows on a budget
Willie,Please give more details on the dual USB cable as the link was not going anywhere for me. Thank you. 
PS Audio PWD II vs. NAD M51
I have an Audiophilleo 2 and plan on using the spdif inputs on either unit. 
PS Audio PWD II vs. NAD M51
I'm probably getting one of these two. A little help please? 
PS Audio Bridge - simple question
Thank you everyone. They were great answers. 
Solid State Buffer
George,Thanks, that's a lot better than the Pass board without the parts, but still I'm no "DIYer". I will keep my eyes open for a reasonable priced Burson in the US. Thanks to all. 
Solid State Buffer
Thanks Guys,I checked out the Pass site and they sell an empty circuit board only; no parts that I can see. That's not in my future. As for the used Burson in Melbourne, well I'm in the USA and shipping would add a lot to the cost, but I will keep... 
Cary cad120s running 4 ohm speakers?
My friend brought over his CAD 120 to play through my Montana XP (4 Ohms 92/db) and there was no issue with not enough power. 
DAC woes - what to do
Ok thanks. 
DAC woes - what to do
Audio advisor does not list the Gungnir for sale, only the Bifrost. Could you please explain how you got one from them? 
Tubes at idle
Noble and others, thank you for the responses. I am leaning towards leaving them on. Since this is a hobby I feel that a yearly, or bi-yearly tube purchase is not unreasonable. After all I would probably be itching to roll something else anyway. M... 
Tubes at idle
Thank you all. 
Tubes at idle
Is there anybody out there?