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Hidden Gems in Pre-Owned Solid State Power Amplifiers?
@roberjerman I have a Bedini 150/150 and a BEL 1001, among others in my collection. Both still working fine! No Buzzzzing?    Sweet!! 
Perfect Path Technologies confusion
@jnorris 2005For full disclosure, I have been using some PPT products for several months, and have added additional items along the way. My experiences have been for the most part very positive along with some give and take in tuning my CD player ... 
Hidden Gems in Pre-Owned Solid State Power Amplifiers?
The Killer B’s, Bedini, and BEL. Difficult to find them now performing to spec making honey nowadays. Most of them just like to buzzzz now. 
New Omega E Mat from Perfect Path Technologies
Frank,So previously your set up was the Gate with 4 originals settled in nicely, and recently you removed the 4 originals, subbing in the 2 new + mats? If so, how long did you wait to evaluate the change of mats, and did you take into account an a... 
New Omega E Mat from Perfect Path Technologies
I’m curious how the new + mat would compare to doubling up the original. If I understand right the + mat performs identical to the original only with greater intensity? But then is it twice as potent as the original? Maybe right now the better ban... 
New York City Audio Show 2019
I'm not showing up just for conversation and cookies. 
REST IN PEACE - TIM MROCK
With the meteoric rise of PPT, and the recent frequent introduction of new outstanding innovative products, Tim having been critically ill feels unbelievable to me.My condolences to his family, and also as well for our entire audio community. 
List of most high end analog active crossovers ever made.
Way back in the 80's I had in house for an audition the Audio Research, but ended up buying the Mark Levinson LNC-2.I always felt the later was an excellent performer. 
Most annoying post period
Let's all think happy thoughts. 
Hornshoppe "the Truth" preamp - any opinions?
@mrubey " To wrap up, I think tribalism is a problem, not a solution. I believe we are all in this together and any solution that is a real solution has to include everyone as an equally valid voice. Condemning each other for opinion will never so... 
Most annoying song, period.
Whatever that song was by Hootie and the Blowfish is right up there for me. No title though because I'm trying my hardest to not make a mental connection with it. 
What is the best solid state amplifier you have ever heard?
@kaufman I have heard of Brooks Berdan, but was not aware that their technicians were that familiar with the BEL 1001. I will explore my options with them.Thank you for the tip. LP 
What is the best solid state amplifier you have ever heard?
It took a long time for a mention of Levinson ML-2's and I agree with jdl57 after enjoying  them for quite a long time. Also I still have one the often mentioned BEL-1001 and even though played on very different set ups, I always felt that both mo... 
Your favourite music movie?
The old hippie in me says "how can't it be Woodstock"? 
Affordable alternativ to the PS Audio DirectStream DAC
OP, please share your impressions on how the Orchid compares when you have a solid feel for it.