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Amber, anyone?
I was buddies with Anthony Gallo, of Gallo Acoustics, before Anthony made it big. I helped him along with his journey of loudspeaker design ( as a listener / beta tester only, and was offered, by him, to invest in his, then, company start up ). I ... 
Stax amplifier vs Stax adaptor
Although I totally agree with Al's assessment and experience, as I had the same ( I no longer own any of these Stax products ), I would like to add one more thing, which I am not sure Al " completely " answered, based on the entire question. The p... 
Any Love For Bryston Here?
Eric, I am not only speaking of the storage cap failures, although, there were a number of poor quality caps that I have seen, as well as excellent caps. Many older pieces of gear, with newer components, re soldering of circuit traces, etc. ( comp... 
Any Love For Bryston Here?
Eric, my statement was based on my experience with many " class A ss amps I owned, or installed for clients. Also, ime, many tube products, both amp and preamp categories. Not all class A, btw. Not to mention, the products of many companies, that ... 
AR3a speakers connected in another room......read on, if you wish....
Wow, Mrd. nice story. I wonder if anyone else would like to share a similar experience.... 
GIK Acoustics summer contest!
Same here. Good luck...... 
Any Love For Bryston Here?
So many companies gear require overhauls after 20 years of us ( I do not want to name names, as this can easily be researched ). Bryston, is one of those companies, who’s equipment can still meet factory spec, and could sound the same, as the day ... 
PS Audio Revises Marketing to a Direct Sales Only Model
Paul has stated in videos, that at some early point in his career, he felt he had lacked business sense. I find this is an awesome business decision. What I find disturbing, but understand it, is the amount of folks who visit dealerships for demon... 
Suggestions for low powered tube amps for Zu Omens
Coach, I have been through the flea watt amp race for my Lascalas. As I understand it, you want this, for late night listening. As far as I am concerned, a good headphone system would be my way to go about it, as I am not willing to give up dynami... 
Aerial Acoustics 10t opportunity...too little, too late?
Michael, you seem to like dynamics, and sound staging. For a dynamic speaker, the 10Ts have good dynamics, but nothing like your 19s. Slight cracking of the composite mid / high cabinet, is not normal, ime. That should not happen. And yes, they re... 
Klipsch K Horns (the new AK6)
Although retired from the industry, I still visit, now and then, audiophiles in their homes, as the word has spread of my background. A comment made above, that the new Khorns are not for serious music listeners, is hogwash. Some of the " happiest... 
Update or Toss Technics SB-G300 Speakers from 1981? (link to photos)
I disagree somewhat with the above posters, although, I agree, the Technics rack system is on the low end. But I would take it, set it up, and enjoy it for what it is, until you get other stuff. I am assuming you have nothing right now for a syste... 
Horn Speaker Recommendations
@phomchick...And yet, the reviewer, Art Dudley, thought the new AK6 Khorns, at 15K, was a steal. Go figure. Enjoy ! MrD. 
Klipsch K Horns (the new AK6)
Roy Delgado, the fellow who worked along side PWK, and the guy now running things engineering wise over at Klipsch, has stated many times in articles, that he would keep the original Heritage designs intact, as they are wonderful designs, and stil... 
Klipsch K Horns (the new AK6)
I have heard many products that measure horribly, but sound excellent, and many products that measure extremely well, but did not sound favorable, to me. I just turned 65, and every birthday, I treat myself to a visit with my audiologist, as well ...