markus1299

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Are marantz power amps any good?
I found a pair of Marantz MA9s-2 amps and sent them to Jena Labs for there known ability to modify these amps. I am a tube guy but OMG are these things ever great.  
Why I prefer gear that is made domestically
I've had really great luck dealing with domestic audio. Firms like Cary Audio, Soundscience, PS Audio, VPI, Many US cable manufacturers. Even Canadian  Coincident Audio. It is absolutely great to  call  and talk to the designer of the equipment yo... 
Which phono preamplifier do you recommend?
Herron VTPH is kick ass 
Elrog 300B vs Takatsuki 300B tubes
I've had my Franks about three years and used Shuguang Black Treasures, Takatsuki's and now the second generation Elrog' 300b's without even a hickup. They are spectacular.  
Elrog 300B vs Takatsuki 300B tubes
I have addressed the over voltages and under voltages of my incoming power by using a PS Audio P-10 regenerator. I think it's a great thing. In my area, the power was measuring anywhere from 116v to 124v. I'm not associated with PS Audio in any wa... 
The missing piece
Bricasti M1 Dac 
Help with Cary CAD 120s II tubes
When I had my Cary 120, I was able to purchase some Pope Holland 6SN7Gt tubes from Upscale Audio that really took that amp to another level. 
Elrog 300B vs Takatsuki 300B tubes
Dmarkov,Yes, my entire system is plugged into the P10 and it indicates that I am using 54% of it's capacity. 
Macbook Pro to Aurender
You need to check out the Soundscience Music Vault Diamond. I'm not affilated in any way just a satisied customer 
Elrog 300B vs Takatsuki 300B tubes
I am in no way affiliated with PS Audio but I am truely impressed with the P-10 power regenerator in my system. It does not lower dynamics, shows you incoming power numbers, power regenerated to your system numbers, total harmonic distortion remov... 
Elrog 300B vs Takatsuki 300B tubes
I use a PS Audio, P-10 power regenerator for exactly the same reason. The power in my area can range from 117v to 123v depending on the time of day. The P-10 shows you the voltage coming in and the regenerated voltage going to your equipment. It t... 
Elrog 300B vs Takatsuki 300B tubes
Could running the 300b's at the upper end like that, shorten tube life? 
DIY Stereo Rack
I purchased some red oak butcher block slabs from Boo's Blocks in Framingham. 1 1/2 x 19 x 43. Really nice stuff. I'm working on the sides now. Brass angle iron shelves that the butcher block slabs drop right into. Should be nice when I'm done but... 
Fake Audiophiles
I'm not sure of my classification but I truly love good music from the system I have put together and absolutely love learning from those more knowledgeable than myself. I think if you loose the ability to learn and grow you will loose what this i... 
favorite phono cartridge
Ortofon A-90 still hangin in there.