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Best amplifier for Acoustat 2+2 electrostats for holographic sound, or change speakers?
Thanks, all, for the thoughtful responses.  To answer pindac, I am looking for 1) more immediacy and a bit more dynamic response of the various instruments and if possible, pushing the soundstage more forward (didn't mention that before).  I reali... 
Should I update a vintage 16" broadcast transcription turntable?
Thanks, all, for your input.  I will heed the majority opinion and sell the table.  I think I'll work on the Lenco L75 and see if I can get that up and running.  I'll have to build or buy a plinth for it.  I have a Nottingham tonearm from an Inner... 
Recommended cartridge under $2k for a Yamaha PX2 tangential turntable
Thanks all for your input.  Any other thoughts on a giant killer phono stage and should I go tube again?  
Pre-owned cartridge recommendations for $500 and $1,000
Yes the Yamaha PX2 is a tangential tracking turntable.  Sorry, but not sure what compliance refers to (I am learning), but according to the manual, the arm produces  from 1.0 gram tracking force with 16.5 g effective weight up to 2.0 g. tracking f... 
Recommendation for low to normal level listening a 13.5' x 21' x 8' room
Thanks, all, for your thoughtful input.  I am digesting your recommendations and will look to audition whatever is locally available. I heard a pair of Klipsch Forte IIs and really liked them but for the top end sounding a bit recessed.  I imagin... 
Chapter Audio Chapter Two power amp
Did you have any luck finding a manual?  I too own a Chapter Two amp, which I love, but want to know the specs on the amp. I am considering going to electrostatic speakers and need to know the rated power output.  Appreciate any info you can provi... 
Recommended used 5.1 amp under $1,000
Thanks, guys. I pulled the trigger on the Emotiva XPA 5. I'll put up a review after its broken in. 
NAD T973 Good amp or any experience?
I am looking at the same amp (different seller). If you will take a pass on it, I'd be interested in buying it. Please let me know. Thanks.Brian 
Zeus vs. Wolcott vs ?
What did you end up with? I am curious about the Wolcotts. I don't need that much power but the write up on them has my interested.I am building a new system. So far I have Talon Raven"C" speakers (89 dB) and an SAS Audio 11A linestage. I am looki... 
What are you driving your Talon Raven Cs with?
Just came across your question. I have owned the Raven C's for about six months, and use them as the front speakers for my HT system. Use an Aragon 8008x5 amp and Anthem AVM2 preamp, Teac Esoteric DV50 player. Am trying to fine tune the cabling. W... 
Anthem AVM2 vs AVM20
I own the AVM2 and have not auditioned the AVM20. The AVM2 provides a good balance of sonic quality and AV performance for the money (I bought a pre-owned unit for < $1,500). I'd say look at the quality of the balance of your system to decide w...