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confused and don't know what to do
raw33,A while back I started a thread here referencing this same topic.I have not looked at it in a while, since I came to my own conclusion after a lot of research and auditions. If I remember correctly it’s called amplifiers good for music liste... 
Best multi channel amp and processor good for 2 channel listening.
Hi rbgator94,When I started this thread I was in the dark about all this but I spent a lot of time researching and ended up changing my mind about things. If you read all the above you will see what I mean.  My conclusion was to separate my music ... 
What’s really hurting the audio hobby?
Akaim8,Besides my point of the expense, I am with you 100%.  What is going on with the freaking music industry now days, at times you can’t even make out what they are saying. I am very opened to different types of music even music before my time ... 
What’s really hurting the audio hobby?
Cowan 270,You brought good points to this thread.... 
What’s really hurting the audio hobby?
Elizabeth, Don’t get me wrong but not everyone would consider buying old or used.  Duct taping is I bit much... Technology changes often and usually we look for those advancements and that come at a cost. Have you looked at current prices? I under... 
What’s really hurting the audio hobby?
I have not read this entire thread and maybe this has already been addressed, if it has I echo it.  The economy plays an significant part to all this. I recall approximately 4 years ago I visited a dealer and a realistic conversation lead to my po... 
Backert Labs Rhumba preamp
@rdoc & 1markrI was wondering what other ss pre work well with Pass Labs other than XP22.Recommendations are welcome.... 
Backert Labs Rhumba preamp
@1markr and rdocI am actually considering the Pass Labs XA30.8 and I was recommended to go with the XP22.  I was interested in a tube but I did not want to deal with the maintenance of tubes. It looks like I might be pulled back in with the Rhumba... 
Help looking for dynamic warm romantic sound with detail
I agree with willrich47 and in addition I will give my own opinion. I have been looking for what you have been searching for months now and I have auditioned some amps, mostly intergrated but basically they have a similar signature sound to the se... 
Pass Labs AMP’s- What is the best Pass Amp Sound for You from past 10 years
Hi all,I am considering purchasing the Verity Otello’s and specs are as follows:100 watts of music power, 93db @ 1w and 1m, Impedance: 8 nominal and 3.8 minimum. Based on these specs I am looking to match a Pass Lab or First Wattamp. I like the wa... 
Why all or most audiophiles are men?
In addition to my last comment.  If this is what it takes to become volnurable and let out your sensitive side out which is healthy, by all means. 
Why all or most audiophiles are men?
I wonder if men use music to tame their male harshness.. 
Why all or most audiophiles are men?
Men are very competitive and a bit more compulsive and obsessive about things...  I am a women that loves electronics but I don’t obsess over it and definitely not enough to pay thousands of dollars for cables and better electrical outlets “really... 
Best multi channel amp and processor good for 2 channel listening.
I guess I’ll start another thread for cabling at some point if there isn’t one for a broader scope on the topic at some point. 
Best multi channel amp and processor good for 2 channel listening.
Eziggy,What is the price range for AudioQuest?