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Room size for Cornwalls?
Shadorne is on the right track regarding good sound in a small 12X12 room. 
Room size for Cornwalls?
Get what you think you like. That's all that really matters.I have two 12X 12 rooms with audio systems. I use Dynaudio Conour MkIIs in the one with normal height ceilings with gvery ood effect. I've used Ohm Walsh 2's with the latest series 3 driv... 
Need speaker suggestions
Maybe a pair of refurbished and upgraded Ohm L's? The efficiency rating on these is 89Db. They work well with low power electronics. They are front ported easy to place, and work well near walls and corners. Also not expensive. You might pick up a... 
Need speaker suggestions
Looking for an very efficient 90Db+ speaker as Chadnliz suggests sounds like a prudent approach in this case. 
Need speaker suggestions
I'd say if you like the Vandersteens, why not give them a try. Pick up a second hand pair on ebay or audiogon. If they don't work out, you could sell what you have and try another enhancement from there. Keep swapping stuff in and out within your ... 
Need ideas for replacing a Tandberg receiver.
Although solid state, the Tandberg does have a very warm, almost tube like quality compared to most other vintage receivers. Maybe that explains it's affinity with the Triangle Titus's. 
Need ideas for replacing a Tandberg receiver.
Rar1,Thanks for the info on the Outlaw.I worked at the TEch 1980 Hifi in New Brunswick, NJ while attending Rutgers circa 1978-80. That store sold mostly refurbished units. I almost spent a summer in the Village and had thoughts of trying to get in... 
Need ideas for replacing a Tandberg receiver.
Rar1, I think your comment about accuracy of modern speakers is largely true, with perhaps a few exceptions. I used to sell both TAndberg and Marantz (and most other popular receivers of the late 1970s) working at TEch Hifi in the NYC area. I like... 
Need ideas for replacing a Tandberg receiver.
Thanks Rich. THis looks like a viable option for repairing the Tandberg.Your posted description of your systems suggests you like a sound similar to what I've described with the Tandberg. I'm wondering if you've ever heard this or other Tandberg r... 
Best lines in a song
Oh, and of course let's not forget:"All You Need is Love"by Mr. LennonIs there any other philosophical lyric in a song more concise and to the point than this? I'd like to know if so.I think when John Lennon wrote this song and title, his destiny ... 
Best lines in a song
"Never Blame the Rainbow for the Rain"From "Never Blame the Rainbow for the Rain" by the Moody Blues 
Why so expensive??
"Any product/service is worth what someone is willing to pay for it."Yep. Everyone has their own concept of "value" and "worth".Of course, good marketing doesn't hurt to boost perceptions of "worth" either! 
Why so expensive??
Hey, like any luxury item, if you got the bucks and having the best floats your boat, and everyone's happy in the end (particularly the vendor) why not?Personally, I'd rather go for value and donate the savings to charity or use it for other good ... 
Best Value Speaker Model for the Buck?
Well, the best values, regardless of brand/model, are of course had by carefully shopping the online venues like audiogon and ebay for quality components from over the years that are in good working order.Also, buying direct from the manufacturer ... 
Anyone Hear New Ohm Walsh MKIII driver upgrades?
I have f-5 S3's and Walsh 2 S3's. I recommend both highly as very high sonic quality per $. The f-5 are simply out of this world...no comparison. No conventional design can compare. Maybe German Physic Walsh's, high end maggies or high end electro...