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Whats your "best of CES 2008"
Correction:When I said Cartridge Man - I meant Soundsmith. 
Clement Perry's new reference speaker
I agree, that audition should take place in your own home (listening room). Usually, all speakers will sound betterin your (or my) room then some ballroom at CES or RMAF.Dealers, manufactures when preparing for these shows rush through set up and ... 
Whats your "best of CES 2008"
I liked YG Acoustics. Reference Audio Mods - for the money.Small monitors......M&Ds. Analog & interesting - cartridge man's phono/cart combo.and few others.( did not have time to get to Venetian, so my exp. is somewhat limited)) 
Vandersteen 5A biwire shotgun absolutely required?
No, it is not absolutly required .Yes , you are right - it is recommended (me+)."Experimenting always costs me $$ and usually the result isn't worth it "Not necessary. Get some Radio Shack 10 or 12 gauge spk, wire - cost $10-$15. Try it both ways,... 
Whats your "best of CES 2008"
Traffic and 4 different exhibition places around the city, just unbelievable .Complete heresy and chaos. NR 1 for organization and hiking prices.VIVA LAS VEGAS !!!! 
Clement Perry's new reference speaker
I could be wrong, but I did not see any partition in this particular room. Electronics, speakers, cables and about 15-20 chairs. I did not see any room treatments but that was a common seen at the CES. I suggest to use some treatment in my friend'... 
Harbeth M30 vs. Super HL5
One way for "W" = problem solved. 
Clement Perry's new reference speaker
Mrtennis, I share your enthusiasm and preferences towards electrostats etc (still own ML). However, try to be just a little open minded and NOT so bias - for the conversation sake. Mmitch7711, It could be the room, I don't know.Sound was OK, but t... 
Clement Perry's new reference speaker
I hope he got them at 75% off retail price. If not.......I agree with Tbg.IF you want a big, full range and well balanced sound check out EVOLUTION ACOUSTICS MM three ( introductory price, around $35,000 to $40,000 - but will change in a week or t... 
Clement Perry's new reference speaker
Just came back from CES this morning.I stand behind my earlier statements.Faaaaaar from the best..........Then again - who cares what I think is the best or ...... close to the best would be more accurate.(give or take $88,000 - that is the price.... 
Computer to Reciever ?
You do not need any drivers with Trends USB DAC.Sounds good. 
Clement Perry's new reference speaker
$88,000........a pair.How many owners you think are there......?I mean , come on. $30,000 - Component cable........anyone.But hey, we can talk about it......but what is the point.I am not doubting that they are really good but so is Ferrari. Drove... 
Clement Perry's new reference speaker
WHO IS HE ?????????????TO TELL ME WHAT SOUNDS GOOD,AND WHAT DOES NOT.I LIKE TO SHARE EXPERIENCES, LISTEN/TALK TO OTHERS.BUT, WHEN IT COMES TO SPANDING MY MONEY - FINALDECISION IS 100% MY OWN. IF YOU WANT TO FOLLOW, FINE...BUT FOLLOW YOUR OWN>&g... 
Speakers for Shanling mc-30, recs?
OMEGA,OMEGA, O.M.E.G.A. Super 3 or Super 3 XRS - 93db.$750-$950(NEW)LATER.......get their new matching sub.(up to you)ORZu Tone monitors are highly efficient 101dB.(If you can find them.....USED - NEW, WAY OVER YOUR BUDGET $1800)ORUnity Audio's Wh... 
Vandersteen 5a vs. B&W 802D vs. Maggie 3.6 vs.?
If you did like your Vandersteen 3A Sig...........You gone LOVE 5A or Quatro. (you know the sound.......already, so no risk there + huge improvements over 3A ....you will love it !!!)Maggies...DO NOT ROCK !!!B&W......?????? not my cup of tea.I...