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Upgrade to Oppo?
If 2-channel music is all you need, then invest in a good CD/SACD player than an Oppo. You will need either a 105/205 as a real upgrade. 
All-in-one: $1k Marantz or $2k Hegel?
Question to anyone who is using Hegel integrated amplifiers. What is the best way to play Tidal/Spotify wirelessly to the integrated amplifier? The Hegel integrated amplifier has an Ethernet connection, but no wireless antennas. My friend wants to... 
Buying ProAc’s Online or thru non-local dealer
@ joshcondie,I have sent you a PM. 
All-in-one: $1k Marantz or $2k Hegel?
I am helping a good friend of mine to setup a system and we are looking at the same amplifiers to power up a pair of Revel F36 loudspeakers. While we have not listened to either of the 2, it is the Marantz's wireless streaming convenience that see... 
Coconut Audio $1.5 million power cord
Here you go:http://www.itemaudio.co.uk/coconut_audio.html  
Need recommendations on stand mount speakers
The Dynaudio Special 40 is a monitor that you need to audition. If you get a used Atohm GT1 HD, it is an amazing loudspeaker that makes you feel you are listening to a floor standing loudspeaker with speed and clarity to match. Good luck. 
Were you naughty or nice? What did Santa bring you! Audio related only please!
Folks,I should say, I got pretty luck this year!I have a friend who has finally decided to take a lunge into this wonderful hobby. He went around a couple of shops and listened to a few speakers from Revel and Paradigms. I got him in touch with my... 
Marantz SA-10 Vs Esoteric K-05Xs
@denon1,I never said: may be newer models from esoteric do not sound better. All I said was assumptions are no good. This thread should provide information based on first hand experience, not assumptions.BTW, what does the rest of your system com... 
Isoacoustics Gaia Speaker Footers
@turnbowm,I reached out to IsoAcoustics and that is by design. No issues at all. I love what the Gaias are doing in my system - especially the bass and spaciousness.@phillyb ,In a philosophical mood eh? I have read a few user reviews that indicat... 
Marantz SA-10 Vs Esoteric K-05Xs
@95dyna ,Good to know on the older Esoteric. Unfortunately assumptions are no good. It is not necessary that a upgraded product may sound better than an older product. 
How much of your free time is dedicated to listening to your stereo?
Generally I get 5-6 hours a week. If I get 6-7 hours a week, I feel lucky. I have a teen and a 9 year old who keep my hands full with their activities. Also need to spend weekends with family. There are these rare weekends where I get to spend 2-3... 
DENAFRIPS DAC ---- Owner Impressions, Feedback, General Discussion, Questions and more....
@david_ten ,Do you have some vibration damping products underneath the Terminator? If not then try some footers underneath it to kill vibrations. Herbie's Audio Labs or Isoacoustic products can do that. 
Isoacoustics Gaia Speaker Footers
Keep checking Amazon. Or call up Music Direct or Audio Advisor and check with them. 
What's In Your CD Player Tonight?
Tonight I already listened to Dar William's "My Better Self".Currently listening to Eva Cassidy's "Simply Eva". This one is simply divine! 
New Speaker Conundrum - Vandy's, Spendors, Salk, Ascend - Mainstream or ID
+3 on the ProAc D48R.All the loudspeakers you are going to audition are pretty good. It will finally come down to your listening preference.Good luck and keep us posted.