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First Sound Presence and Rogue 99
I agree with Drubin and have heard a First Sound Deluxe 2.0 MKII (the newest version). I have tried to listen three preamps including CJ-16LS, Emotive Audio Erato and First Sound MKII, which hooked up to my Berning amp. I would choose the First So... 
Electrocompaniet EMC1 Vs ECD1 DAC+Transport
Actually the damping factor in a stand alone player is also an important factor in preventing vibration control. The transport I am sure is lighter than the EMC1 itself (55 lbs). I own an EMC1 UP and just added to the player Cromolin vibration con... 
power cords for Audio Research gears
Elrod EPS-2 Signature and EPS-3 Signature are the best of the best. I do not have ACR gears but friend of mine he said he uses Elrod power cords and he loves them. If you can afford a top of the line Elrod Statement, which I currently have for my ... 
Preamps, Whats the difference, Active & Passive ?
I am looking a preamp (tubes) for my system since I run directly from CDP (Electrocompaniet EMC1 UP, which has balanced and single ended- I use balanced one)to amp with volume control (Berning ZH-270, which only has RCA). I need help to find any t... 
Tube dampers?
Give a try from a Shun Mook products called valve resonators for any size of tubes. An incredible vibration control (tube microphonics) almost makes the sound crystal clear and quiet background with lively music. 
Electrocompaniet EMC1 CDP owner's suggestions
Thanks for your suggestion, Subaruguru! I actually own the latest version of EMC1 (called EMC1 UP). I had used Nordost Valhalla and Quattro-Fil ICs but I still do not like the sound until I connect the CDP with XLR the sound incredibly have a huge... 
Electrocompaniet EMC1 CDP owner's suggestions
Thanks for your suggestions. Ljgj is right. I firstly hooked up directly from my EMC1 to Berning amp with volume control via single ended the sound was not transparent and high-and midranges sounded roll-off. Since I switched to XLR by using XLR i... 
Help -- my system is too bright
If you have tried the Cardas Golden Reference interconnects but you still get the harshness and/or brightness then you should consider Shunyata Black Mamba or Python power cord and need to use Black Diamond Racing shelves or cones to eliminate the... 
The best speaker you ever heard?
I have listened to so many different speakers either floorstanding or monitor at my friend house and at any shows from the price range of $2000.00 to $15,000.00 but I never been exited when listening to a pair of Rosinante Dulcinea moniter speaker... 
Speaker recommendations please
I suggest you should contact Ric Cummins at Argent Audio (www.roomlens.com) and listen to his advice about his Rosinante Dulcineas monitor speakers. They are awesome. Good luck. 
Power Cords with built in RF reduction?
I used David Elrod ESP2 Signature for CDP and preamp and ESP3 Signature for power amp in my system. Nothing can beat these power cords except Elrod Statement. 
Best Power Conditioner?
I would go for Sound Application CFXe-12, which dramatically improve more details, clarity but not grainier, dynamic, more musical and absolutely transparent. I had owned the Hydra but I would definitely choose SA XE-12 as a reference power condit... 
Quietest amplifier you have ever owned.
I have a different opinion. As I have ML332 amp and use Genghis Khan PC the amp is totally dead quiet. I have tried another power cord to replace the Genghis Khan I can hear the hiss and hum. But I also add a Sound Application with Elrod EPS3 20am... 
Tube reviews for C/J Premier 17?
I suggest you to get four Siemens CCa 6922s(no need for a matched quad)NOS tubes to replace stock tubes. They sound dynamic, more detail, transparent and luscious than telefunken CCa 6922s. Give a try and you will hear a big change. 
Levinson owners, what cables are u using?
Hello Jon,I am using Electroglide Genghis Khan PC for my ML332 amp and Cardas Golden Reference ICs for up-and downstream. They are pretty good matching. The sound is dynamic, detailed, smooth, lush and extended.