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New Linear Tube Audio MicroZOTL Preamplifer
Zomble, I no longer have the Mirror Image Audio amp. I wished I still had it. It sounds like you a good set up.  
What is the best 2A3 SET Amplifier?
He doesn't offer it in his line of products, but I know David Berning custom-built one for Gary Gill, and it is spectacular.  
Best standmounts with a 7" woofer/driver
The best stand mount speakers I’ve ever owned was TAD ME1.   
Review on Linear Tube Audio Aero DAC
I've had the Aero for about a month, and it is more than I could have hoped for. At first, I was a little concerned about the limitations, but I only listen to PCM, and it sounds great with a USB cable. It's almost unbelievable how good this thing... 
Is It Worh Modding An Amp
In most cases, it's probably not a good idea. I definitely wouldn't touch it if it were still under warranty. I got a pair of 60's vintage ALTEC 1570B mono blocks and had them modded using Tom Tutay's mods. These mods made a considerable differenc... 
Digital vs Analog experiment
@audioman58, I agree with you; the LTA power supply is the best I've tried. I would also point out that the new LTA Areo Dac sounds incredible and affordable. Now with that said, my DS Audio Grand Master cartridge and integrity tone arm makes my v... 
Discrete R2r With Tube Output
@glennewdick  I just got that LTA Aero Dac and its incredible. Excellent resistor chip and there's no beating a David Berning tube stage of power supply.  
Linear Tube Audio Aero DAC
@mesch, I'm using a ZOTL40 and a Backert Labs Rythm 1.4 preamp.  
Linear Tube Audio Aero DAC
I picked up my Aero DAC yesterday, and even though I have about 100 hours left on the break-in, I am overwhelmed by the rich organic sound I’m getting. There is no sign of anything sounding remotely digital. Just wow!   
What the Best Dac have you heard or owned. How could you tell it was that good.
Grimm MU2  
40+ watts SET, cost is not a problem
Give David Berning a call  
New R2R DAC
@soix, I’m currently using the Modwright Oppo 205, but I have always wanted to try an R2R DAC.  
New R2R DAC
My new Linear Tube Audio Areo R2R Dac will arrive next week. I will report then.  
Optical Phono Cartridges
After trying many MM and MC cartridges in my system, including a 10K Blue Dragon, I now have a DS audio cartridge, and there is no going back. The lower-priced DS cart sounds better than the best MC cart I've had.  
Best amps for Janszen speakers?
I have used LTA’s ZOTL40 with Valentina’s for about ten years. I have tried many different amps in an effort to extract the best sound from these wonderful hybrid electrostats, and nothing can compete. The David Berning-designed amps are the best....