mapman

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Holographic imaging
DC,If you read my second to last post here I think you'll see we agree that "holographic imaging", assuming this refers to transparency, is more of a room and acoustics thing and not an artifact of SS versus tube. 
Holographic imaging
Dazz,I think many refer to what you describe as "bloom" and yes, it is more associated with tube gear than SS. I believe it has something to do with the way various harmonics are presented in general with tube gear versus SS. 
Good speakers at low volume?
Another thing I can offer is that Dynaudios sound very good at low volumes for a conventional dynamic design. Triangles are even better. 
Good speakers at low volume?
"Another suggestion is the Linkwitz Orion which I would have picked if ability to play loud was on my list of priorities."Ohm Walsh speakers are another option in this case. 
Holographic imaging
"Holographic imaging", or transparency as it is often referred to, is an artifact of a combination of system and room acoustics resulting from speaker placement. Its not due to SS or tubes. Either may or may not image "holographically" depending o... 
When is digital going to get the soul of music?
I have 5 sources to deal with on my system (in order of general priority):1) CD2) vinyl LP3) Internet radio (Roku Soundbridge)4) Fm Radio/tuner5) Cassette99% of my listening these days is with the first 3. I hardly ever listen to FM anymore and I ... 
Best things 'in life'
1) health 2) my family3) free time to do whatever4) music5) exercise6) a good beer 
Life As I knew in My Audio World Has Ended, Help
if its really such a problem, rearrange your priorities 
Integrated or Receiver for Sonus Faber Concertos
Get the all in one Musical Fidelity unit with tuner and CD integrated in. It'll run you several thousand at least but I couldn't see how you could miss. 
Music for Riding a Storm Out?
Yeah, well "Riders On the Storm" would seem to be the answer.Try "Fear Of a Blank Planet" by Porcupine Tree maybe. The hurricane may not seem so bad in comparison.By the way, I really do like that album....but the subject matter is very dark and d... 
DAC improvement
I've been pondering this exact thing and would go with the Benchmark initially for several reasons:1) It clearly attempts to do digital right even if the results may not appeal to all2) you can try it for 30 days and return it if you don't like it... 
Beloved equipment
What's wrong with loving your equipment? 
whats the best addition u have bought for system
In terms of something that can in general add the most to essentially any system, a DBX 3bx Dynamic Range Enhancer/processor. 
whats the best addition u have bought for system
What do you think would make the biggest difference for you? 
Classe CAM-200..need good Pre-Amp
I like Classe amps in general. I'd look for a second hand matching Classe pre-amp in your price range to start.