leemaze

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Good entry level cables
https://www.parts-express.com/belden-5t00up-10-awg-2c-cable-hi-flex-in-wall-speaker-wire-cl2-per-ft-usa--102-1190I just used this wire for my home - sounds great. 
Impressions: $1k-$2k integrated amps
With some quick math it was about $1,000 in today's dollar ($350 in 1981) 
Impressions: $1k-$2k integrated amps
Fun!   
Advice on buying good CD player that will outperform my Primare cd31
Marantz +6Sa-ki ruby 
Will a $700 turntable outperform a CD player?
Adding my 2 cents, vinyl setup *requires* a cleaning regimen to have even satisfactory sound. It’s a pain-in-the-rear, but without cleaning records they are noisy as hell. I enjoy my dads vinyl, and it has its moments, but CDs are far and away mor... 
$1000 bookshelf speakers with "recessed", "laid back" or "flat" mid-range?
Rega RS1 are nice, detailed and mellow. I have them with the A-S801 currently.  
Impressions: $1k-$2k integrated amps
Any thoughts on these speakers with these amps? 
Best used integrated under $5k
Make sure to save room in your budget for an upgrade when you get bored in the Burbs 
Best CD player under $2000
Third Marantz fan here. I have an SA-KI Ruby and it’s incredible. Also functions as a DAC 
New Yamaha integrated amps
Anyone have the A-S2100 and the A-S2200 and can speak to the differences in sounds signature? 
Best used integrated under $5k
@hsw I also heard that Simaudio/Wilson combo at Lyric Hifi and it knocked my socks off. I could feel Frank Sinatra’s breath on my face. (I don’t think he was wearing a mask either...) 
Impressions: $1k-$2k integrated amps
Thanks for the thoughtful insight guys!  Love the Primare, Anthem and Yamaha impressions - these are just what I’m looking to gather. Regarding Speakers, I have a few:Wharfedale Diamond 10.7Rega R5 (With RS tweeter)Rega RS1Wharfedale Diamond 220KE... 
Best cheap integrated amp
https://www.accessories4less.com/make-a-store/item/yamas501bla/yamaha-a-s501-2-ch-x-85-watts-integra... 
Impressions: $1k-$2k integrated amps
@helomech I have the A-S801 (i think in part due to previous recommendations by you). I love it. Is the 1100 a substantially better sound? have you heard the 2100?@skypunk I demoed 2 Moon units (the bottom and the top) and was VERY impressed. It w... 
Impressions: $1k-$2k integrated amps
Anyone have thoughts on the two Primare amps?