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Classe CA100 - Static, Cut Outs when cold. Ideas?
Hi Miatame - i have the same problem with my CA-101. It has been doing this for about 4 years now. I sent it back to Classe under warranty at the end of the 5 year warranty when it started and they could not duplicate it (neither could my dealer -... 
Anyone heard the new ARC LS17SE?
Thanks Bavarian05 - when you say it is more dense, but not richer. Is that maybe a blacker background and maybe a veil has been lifted somewhat? 
Anyone heard the new ARC LS17SE?
Thanks Bavarian05, I completely understand.In your opinion , what does the LS17SE do better than the standard LS17? understanding you have not heard it in the context of your own system yet?Just curious to see if it has more bloom, is smoother, or... 
Anyone heard the new ARC LS17SE?
Hi Bavarian05 -Curious, why were you looking to sell the LS17 after only 200 hours of listening? That just seems awful quick to want to get rid of the unit, unless you were not totally satisfied with the sonics. 
does power cord length matter? fact or myth?
I don't think so at all. I have had different lengths to my conditioner and to my equipment..no difference.Not to mention the length of the power wires from your outlet(s) to the junction box then out to the power lines and so on and so on. Now ma... 
the mccomack dna 750m can run revel salon2 ?
The DNA750 Mono amplifier has an output power rating of 650 watts into 8 ohms , 1000 watts per channel into 4 ohms.If that is not enough power for a pair of revel Salon 2 speakers (or any speaker for that matter).... than the speaker is not worth ... 
Ref 110 and LS17 interconnects
I think the question is, what are your goals in updating / changing cables?Are you looking for more detail, better or more bass, smoother presentation, maybe more rounded, more upfront soundstage or more laid-back?Cables can change these attribute... 
Cary SLI-80 Thoughts?
Hi Mikirob-Yup, NY football Giant fan since I was a kid :o)Hoping this ride will last a few more weeks. 
Cary SLI-80 Thoughts?
If it's me, I am going to keep the stock tubes and let the unit burn in before any tube rolling begins.Get a feel for the amp first.But that's just me :o) 
Cary SLI-80 Thoughts?
Hi Snackeyp -One item to keep in mind is that the SLI-80, at least in my system (Arcam CD36 and Spendor S6e) was not the last word in dynamics or bass department.I auditioned tt and really liked it -much better than the Cayin A88T IMHO.Top end to ... 
best chinese tube amp under $1k?
Primaluna is manufactured in China.Jolida and Antique Sound labs are some other choices. 
Tube amp decision - Thoughts
Hi Desalvo55 -Why would the Primaluna's be a better choice than Rogue?Have you been able to compare different models to each other? 
Is an amp the next upgrade path for me? Advice...
In the price range(1K) you mentioned and the above 100 watts (quality)I can think of a few and some have already been mentioned:Classe CA-101McCormack DNA-125Odyssey Stratos or KhatargoParasound Halo A23B&K ST125Belles 150 Hot RodOut of these ... 
Nordost RedDawn vs. Audioquest King Cobra XLR's??
Audience, Wireworld, Harmonic Tech, Audioquest......There are just so many cables out there it is mind boggling.If new, go to your nearest dealer(s) and see what they will loan you.If used try calling the cable company and see what they can do for... 
Nola Conteneder OR Acoustic Zen Adagio
I have not heard the stand mounted Boxer recently and Adagio Jr a few years ago at the same dealer.Though I cannot or did not A - B them, I prefer the Nola - I thought it was more clear. Going on memory here since I did not hear them side by side....