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EL34 upgrade
Sabocat59, what amp are you using? These tubes keep getting better and better with time... 
Zu Omen or Tekton Lore
Hi Goraman, great example and you described me in my early years, gave me a hearty chuckle. Good thing I learn fast. Best! 
"Best" bookshelf/monitor for low-power amp?
Socrates7,I listened to the Joeseph Audio Pulsar at the recent Axpona Show in Jacksonville, FL and my wife and I really liked them a ton; but I question the price? Otherwise, a no brainier. Better value seems to be the Devore. Good luck in your se... 
Zu Omen or Tekton Lore
I appreciate all that Goraman has written here, but Genjamon also makes valid points. When I make a tube change in the Primaluna Dialogue1, say from the stock Primaluna tubes (EL 34 and driver tubes) to Amperex 12AU7 Bugle Boys and 5751 Sylvania G... 
EL34 upgrade
Hifigeek1,I believe they probably do, but to be certain I would email: jimmcshane@prodigy.net and ask him. Also, Jeff Day (6 moons, Positive Feedback) has written extensively about this tube; he has a nice blog where he compares this tube in his L... 
EL34 upgrade
6n3c-e also known as 6p3s-e. Stellar! 
12ax7 vs 5751
The Holland tubes are reputed to sound the best. That has been my experiece with 12au7 Bugle Boys. 
12ax7 vs 5751
Mechans, I have often wondered the same things, hence, never bought from him. I want ongoing communication and if I fast pay desire fast ship...tubes appear to be good, even if top-tier cost. I've scored some real bargains here on the A'Gon. 
EL34 upgrade
The tube that Jim recommends is 6n3c-e also goes under the 6p3s-e designation. I have these tubes currently in my Primaluna Dialogue 1 and they have made a huge, huge, upgrade in sound. Soon, I am going to place 12 of these baby's in my Cary v12. ... 
Legacy Focus 20/20's vs PBN Montana EPS-2
Listened to a variety of Legacy's today including those mentioned above at the Axpona show in Jacksonville, Fl. I think the Kef Blade bettered them, huge sound stage, great, great depth. I really like the Legacy line, my wife was thrilled by these... 
And, we keep on searching for speakers, ..
I heard it today at Axpona, Kef Blade! 
Help Recommend a Good System for $2000.
I don't know where my original post went so I'll repost:A mix of new and used, used easily found here on the Audiogon.Tekton M-Lore ( StereoMojo Major Mojo award) $650.00Tube integrated Jolida FX10, Sophia Baby, MiniMax, Almarro 205, all can be ha... 
Help Recommend a Good System for $2000.
Forgot, all the amps are integrated and tubes for bet sound at this price point. 
Help Recommend a Good System for $2000.
I'd do a mix of new and used equipment:Tekton M-Lore at $650.00Jolida Fx10, Sophia Baby, LM, Almarro 205, and similar $500.00 or less new/usedGrant, Shiit or similar DACs $350.00 +/-Used transport Sony S9000ES, SACD/DVD/CD player or similar $195.0... 
Line Magnetic LM Audio
Here is another amp I am interested in...I hope we get some more feedback soon. I believe everyone can trust Tone Imports as well as their clients that generally only sell stellar product and are reputed to be top-notch dealers with tons of person...