mapleleafs3

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Who is a big high end cable manufacturer
I doubt that there are more than 2 or 3 companies that make thier own cables. Thats the fact. Like VCR's there are only 3 MFG's in the whole world.They all go to someone like Pirelli Beldan and buy thier stock cables or have them make one to thier... 
Music Hall CD-25.5 vs CD-25 w/mods??
I would go for abetter player to start off with, Why mod a music Hall it is an entery levek poayer at best. Put your money in a better source right off the Bat. WHATS YOUR MAX BUDGET? 
Good Interconnects for NAD?
You would be better of to keep the the cables you have and spend the extra money on a better Cd player. Nad is ok but there are many better choices for a source. 
Help ? with upgrade to budget system
You would want better than the Music Hall player. Its going to make a huge difference to your system. Dont scrimp on the source . Go to a dealer and listen to speakers you like. Then have him play a few different cd player. The better the source t... 
Tube 2nd system for 5k.
Stay away from China. The stuff cheap parts and shoddy labour. There is so much made in Canada USA gear out there.Look at Rouge for amps and pre amps. Look Make sure you spend at least 25% of your budget on a CD player. Source is mo0st important p... 
Tube Life Question: 12AX7 Drivers
Hi Joe, 10,000 hours is the number i have heard. 
HT system education
Stay away from HT in a box systems. mid fi at best. I dont know what you can do about your wiring issues. 
What are the best Audio Compnent Racks Available?
Bell Ogetti from Italy 
Import from Mexico
If the piece was made in the USA then no taxes or duties. 
Does having an object inbetween the speakers bad?
No, lack of soundsatge is to to your gear. 90% of set ups have rack between speakers. Look for a week link in your system. Speakers cd. 
Cable Costs Relative to System
Herhttp://www.high-endaudio.com/index_ac.html Here is an interesting article. 
What exactly does "Hospital Grade" mean?
Jea48, please find the technical data to back up your statement. Dont just disagree , prove your statement 
Interconnects for Nordost Valkyrja speaker cables
I would suggest fatparrot I have neither of those problems. I listen with my ears and the ears of many friends who come over. Never do the big $ cables out preform the lower cost ones. Audioquest on the lower end of the scale are as good as any hi... 
Cable Costs Relative to System
Jadem6 your also a fool. Like I said blind test. you could not tell the difference from a 12 buck cable and a 1K cable. Thats a fact. You can post all the drivel you want. Fact is you wont take me up on my blind test challenge. 
Tube recommendations for Jolida JD1000A integrated
What did you have the Parts Connexion do to your amp?