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Music Culture mc 501A Dual CD and USB player
Audiolabyrinth,I’m not an expert on the Music Culture Elegance 501A CDP, after all I just received mine yesterday (11/21/13).I believe if you read the following review it will answer all of your questions, I have found that what was said it true ... 
Allnic M-3000 monoblocks
I have not heard them but have spoken to a few people that own them. The owners I've spoken to say they are awesome. I own the Allnic T-1500 300B Integrated amp. 
Music Culture mc 501A Dual CD and USB player
I received the MC 501A today.It and the remote are solid, sexy, and built like a tank.Sounded like my MBL 1531 CDP which was/is no slouch!Without listening to the MBL vs MC 501A (MBL is in for repairs) side by side I have no idea what the differen... 
Music Culture mc 501A Dual CD and USB player
Iblieve,Thanks for your input. I'll let you know how it all turns out I should receive my 501A tomorrow (11/21). 
Music Culture mc 501A Dual CD and USB player
Jmcgrogan2 and Iblieve,Thank you both for your assistance. I did not realize that Audiogon had put this thread on Audiogon until just now. I'm still figuring out how the newer Audiogon site works (sad but true).My MBL 1531 CDP stopped working and ... 
Woohoo & yippee
Peleg,I'm sure you will enjoy the amp.I have a pair of the Wyred 4 Sound SX-1000 monoblocks that drive my Maggy's 1.6 and they sound very nice. 
Your Favorite AC Outlets
Without getting technical (and I might not be capable of that) for the money I find the Porter Ports very hard to beat although there are a few outlets out there that probably sound better but at a much higher cost.Remember this is all very subjec... 
Did you get your new Music Direct catalogue yet?
Yes, very nice catalog! 
Emission Labs 300B vs Shuguang Black Treasure
I have never heard the Emission Labs 300B tubes, I have no idea what they sound like however I do own the following: Harmonix 300b EH, Psvane 300B BT, Shuguang Black Treasures 300B-Z, Sophia Electric Royal Princess 300B and the Takalsuki TA 300B w... 
Sophia Royal Princess 300b quality
Warranty period is one year if the tube fails. 
300B or 2A3?
As already mentioned above, I think you would probably like both the 2A3 and 300B. It's really a matter of personal preferences and until you hear them in your own system you won't know which you prefer. You should get better bass response with th... 
How to meaningfully audition speakers??
This happens to me all the time in the area I live in.I have to rely on reading as many reviews as possible and emails with people that have the speakers in question.Not the best way to do it but that's the best I can do, although I have traveled ... 
What to upgrade?
Do you use any room treatments for the acoustics?That could possibly be the culprit?With that said I must admit that I'm not familiar with your current speakers or integrated amp. Can you tell me more about them? 
Should I Repair a Plinius 8150 ?
As mentioned already; I'd shop around and see if you can't find a better price. Plinius makes a very good product. 
Porter Ports or Cabledyne Cryo Hubbell 5362
As you know there comes a time when one grows tired of making all the comparisons and tweaks and just wants to relax and enjoy the music. I believe thats where I am now at this particular time in life. A few years ago (or more LOL) I stopped audit...