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Anybody own Shanling CD player?
Yes it does and you can turn it on or off. 
Anybody own Shanling CD player?
Solidstate was very disappointing. Flat, bright, no soundstaging to speak of. Sounded like any other mid-fiplayer. 
Audio Physic Virgos......
I run mine with a Jadis Defy 7 Mark IV. It is a wonderful match. The amp retails new for $8500.00 but can be foundused for much less. The best under $10,000 amp I have everheard. 
Anybody own Shanling CD player?
I love the looks and overall build quality. The sound wasmediocre with the stock tubes. However, it really opens upwith NOS Western Electric 396As. Still a touch of brightness but it is gorgeous. 
Need Help AR XA Turntable
You're not going to be able to mount another arm withoutsubstantial modification to the table. I'm not sure theMerril mods are still available. Good luck. 
Audio Physic's "New" Virgo---Better?? How So??
My recommendation would be to buy a pair of used Virgo IIsand a used Audio Physic subwoofer (Terra or Luna). This combination will cost less or no more than a new pair of Virgo IIIs and completely outperform them. I agree the Avanti IIIs are fabul... 
Audio Physic's "New" Virgo---Better?? How So??
I've owned Virgos for a very long time. The III does goesdeeper and may be a bit more dynamic. They are too close to justify upgrading for me. Instead, I bought a used Audio Physic Terry subwoofer. The combination is far superior than the new Virg... 
Recommendations for Shielded Power Cord
Radio Shack sells a shielded power cord (probably sourced from Belden) for about $8.00. Try them. You can alwaysreturn them if they don't float your boat.Good luck,Wendell 
"DAC DUMB" needs info.
The Audio Alchemy v3.0 is remote controllable. No longer inbusiness but you should be able to find used for around $300. A very good 20-bit DAC.Good luck,Wendell 
Vynil store in Anaheim
How about Costa Mesa? Goat Hill Records on Harbor. 
Best DAC around 1,000
By a used Muse DAC2. They can be found used for $500-$700. Im my opinion, there is nothing under $3000 than touches it.Good luck, Wendell. 
Does Muse 9S play DVD-A s?
It is not a DVD-A player. DADs are not the same as DVD-As. It will play CDRs but not CDRWs. 
Amps for Virgo : TUBE or SOLID?
I use a Jadis Defy 7 with my Virgos. A wonderful match. 
Melos updates worth it?
Unless they've risen from the dead, Melos has been out ofbusiness for months. 
Jolida Contact Information
Thanks. I talked to them this morning. I appreciate the help.