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| Music Hall CD25.2 v NAD 545 or even Rotel 1072 I've had an MH CD25.2 in my second system for about three years. I don't play it all that often, and have had no problems. It really benefits from higher quality interconnects and power cord, particularly with regard to bass weight, fullness, and ... | |
| Best U.S. made integrated tube amp under $2500? I sure enjoy my Cary gear. | |
| what to do with my cat on my speaker grills Don't use the grills. Put a scratching post nearby and prime it with catnip. | |
| best quiet small speaker, integrated amp - cd I don't know about best, but there's a pair of Celestion 3s for sale on Audiogon right now for $150.00. I've owned 2 pair in different second systems and loved them. You might too! | |
| Would center channel benefit audio only room? As I've posted previously: To paraphrase Sam Tellig of Stereophile, with two channel audio, less is more; with multi-channel audio, more is less (unless you have unlimited resources, and even then the outcome is unclear). | |
| Speaker refinish Every year or so I use Scott's Extra Gold Wood Cleaner and Preservative on all my furniture and audio gear wood; never a problem, always an improvement, with regard to luster and color. I'd recommend trying it, being careful not to overly contamin... | |
| are subwoofers anti-audiophile? Right on Bigbucks. However, my floor standers aren't very large and I use only one sub, which I'm told was voiced with the floor standers I use. I've tried many speaker combinations over the years, but most likely will keep this one for many more.... | |
| which el 84 amp or integrated I really like my current model Jolida 102b with upgraded tubes and power cord driving Totem Model 1 Signatures in a bedroom system at relatively low volume levels. This system sounds particularly fine when driven by a competent tuner. | |
| First Annual " Whaddya Get? for Xmas " A remastered copy of the Beatles Magical Mystery Tour; as with all of these remasters (stereo in this case), what a treat! I'll probably have to buy them all. I'm hoping for vinyl as well. | |
| Help with Totems Arros cost less and have less bass; that doesn't mean they are "lower" or inferior. It depends upon your application, i.e., room dimensions, electronics, speakers, etc. If you can, audition any prospective purchase in your home. However, if you do... | |
| Questions on switching to tube amplification Recently a Cary Rocket 88 R/CAD-808 (30 watts triode; 60 watts ultralinear) was for sale on Audiogon for $1400. I once tried one, bought it, and was converted from large box Naim components to tubes. While not a current model, Cary is great on ser... | |
| any good mat for a rega p9? I use the Herbie's as well. When it gets dusty, clean it with a (clean) lint roller. | |
| Recommendations for a small tube amplifier? You want a separate power amplifier, not an integrated, correct? | |
| Speakers....Epos and up What did you end up with? | |
| Rega Mira 3 or Exposure 2010s???? Older Miras provide a phono stage, as might newer models. That's a huge plus, if you're using or wanting phono. |