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Anybody remember Mirror Image Audio ?
magicsound2000,My friend used to own this company. I sent him a message asking this question.Lance 
Anyone else gotten SPAM pop ups the last couple of days?
My ipad as well. I'm really sick of it. 
Review: Linear Tube Audio Z10 Integrated Amplifier
@ghasley I have the ZOTL40. The best amp I’ve ever heard.  At it’s price point it’s a huge bargain.A friend her on Agon just got the ZOTL40 and he says it crushes his Lyngdorf 2170.its the best kept secret in Audio. 
What is the best solid state amplifier you have ever heard?
I know this is a little obscure but my 30 year old Mirror Image Audio 1.1 SB power amp is the best SS I’ve ever heard. It was very expensive at 5k in the late 80’s, early 90’s. Occasionally you will see one for sale.  
The best speaker for a small room...at any price point.
My current favorite speaker TAD ME-1 small stand mount with a big sound. 
Spatial M4 TS vs Magnepan LRS
I heard the Spatial’s at last years Capital Audiofest. Along with Linear Tube Audio gear, they were in my top 5 rooms at the show. Including the unlimited $ systems. I’ve never heard the Maggie’s sound this good. 
Review on Linear Tube Audo Ultralinear amplifier just went up on Six Moons.com
@teajay , finally a review that confirms what I’ve been hearing. The ZOTL UltraLinear is the pinnacle medium powered tube amps and I will put it up against any SS amp out there. 
Review: Linear Tube Audio Z10 Integrated Amplifier
@ghasley,  yes, you described the sound very well. I completely agree. I have the ZOTL40, UltraLinear and ZOTL Preamp.@dodgealum you said it, “world class gear at reasonable prices--that is the real story here” that’s an understatement.Lance 
Netflix audio quality playback does not compare to DVD or Blu-ray disks!
There is some hires music on you tube that sounds amazing. 
Affordable alternativ to the PS Audio DirectStream DAC
I don’t think they even make this anymore so probably not much help.  I prefer my Oppo Sonica with Modwright tube mods over my PS Audio DS DAC. It is however somewhat system dependent. 
3 great tube preamps. Which would you purchase?
@jred,I too have heard great things about Don Sachs gear and his Phono stage sounded wonderful in my system. I have the Micro ZOTL Preamp and It’s a keeper for life. There is no longer a start up thump, that was solved last year. The volume clicki... 
NEW Cerious Technologies Upgrade - Graphene Matrix Cables
@nasaman They are that good. 
The JC Whitney syndrome
In the 70’s I bought some parts for my Camaro from JC Whitney. While waiting for the order they went bankrupt. They were back in business 6 months later and of course kept my money. The catalog still says in business since 1915. 
Tekton Double Impacts
I too am sad that the value of my DI SE has dropped. This will delay or stop me from moving up the Tekton line. Maybe these DI SE’s are just keepers for life because they do sound good but you know, when that upgrade itch starts. 
The Harbeth phenomenon
Ive never owned Harbeth speakers but I heard the Super HL5 Plus at an audio show a few years ago. I won’t forget it. Excellent Vinnie Rossi electronics and great vinyl. It was maybe the best I’ve ever heard before and since.