mikesinger

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tube preamp question
would suggest for a bat vk-30... can be had for a $1400-$1900.... has remote, phono stage, se and xlr, ies.... nice build quality, excellent sonics and reliabilty..sonic signature is close/better than a bat vk-5i ( i think the bass is better and u... 
Has anyone compared the Joseph Audio Pearl Speaker
heard it compared to the dalis...... both are nice... the pearls are pretty amazing.. 
How much is too much...
- tube or solid state.....personal prefence here...tubes generally require more maintance.. alot has to do with matching it to your speakers...space, and power ( good point - better to have to much than too little)-relability.. buy from a reliable... 
EAD DSP 7000/9000 .... Best DACs ?????
muse 24/96 or electrocompinent 
Did I make a mistake buying Krell?
what ic's and power cables are you using ? 
Best redbook player for under $1000
forgot to mention muse cd/dvd player..... 
Best redbook player for under $1000
the marantz is pretty good.. try to by with warranty though (new)... chances are you will need it.. 
Best All-Around $300 PCs?
would have to say the audience... it is pretty good at any price... the shunyata diamondback is a improvment but not as refined at the extensions.. 
Cables with Musical, Deep, Tight, Bass Response
soundstring for a reasonable price cable or xlo signature for more expensive... 
XLO Signature Type 4.2 -signature house sound ?
bump...anyone have any info??? 
Oddball question, hooking up REL Storm III Subwoof
you can hook it up with rca's. however, the rel works best with high level inputs off the amp imo.. 
BAT VK5i 6 pack capacitor upgrade
i can see where you are coming from regarding the shipping...if you are going to ship to the usa, would wait till the unit needs repair or go for the super tube & cap upgrade ( full boat).. 
Best midrange on a high current SS amplifier
classe cam monos... 
Used pre amp advice
forgot to mention the arc sp9 ( goes for a little more but very reliable and serviceable if needed). 
Used pre amp advice
audible illusions...