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Comparison Cary 306, Wadia 581, EMM Labs CDSA
Strange observations, Zieman. There have been as many Wadia 581 SEs for sale here as EMM Labs CDSA SE units, perhaps more. Quite a few Cary 306s, too. Frequency or quantity of a particular model appearing on A-Gon isn't necessarily an indicator of... 
Mark Levinson 300 series
Class A until about 50 watts, then A/B 
ARC ls26 vs.SF Line-3/se
Radical Steve,You've jumped up a model and about $3500 in price. Spaz is asking about the ARC Ls26, not the Ref 3. 
ARC ls26 vs.SF Line-3/se
Not really. While a very good preamp, the ARC isn't reference quality like the Line 3/se is. There are very few preamps that rank with the Line 3/se on all levels. For tube lovers who want neutrality, dynamics, balance, resolution, a beautiful mid... 
brass outlet covers...anyone try them? Sound good
So why not wood covers? It doesn't conduct and might add that magical touch folks claim when using it under components. 
Room Acoustics
Schipo,Try binoculars and the bedroom window. Works great for me. 
DIY Acoustic Diffusers
These are great recommendations! Thanks to all, and if there are any other DIY solutions, please keep 'em comin'. 
DIY Acoustic Diffusers
Thanks Bish and Albert. Albert, doesn't foam act as an asborber? I would think you'd need something harder and more reflective like ABS plastic or wood. Where do you find a hotwire cutter? 
James Randi vs. Anjou Pear - once and for all
Peter s,It's not my place, nor yours, to answer the question why someone won't step up and take the challenge. Actually, that's not even the question. Randi is baiting Dave Clark and John Atkinson, not you or me, or any A-Gon member. We've got not... 
James Randi vs. Anjou Pear - once and for all
Mr. Randi's challenge reminds me of when people claimed you can't tell one beer from another when tasting them blindfolded. Some can, some can't.He'll admit $50/meter Monster Cable sounds better than $1.50/meter Home Depot zip wire, yet many folks... 
Pass amps with Tube pre-amps
I have a Pass XA 350.5 with a Sonic Frontiers Line 3 and the combination works very nicely. 
Speaker Preferences?
DV,Thanks for your very articulate descriptions. Sounds like you've spent a lot of time listening and evaluating.