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Stand out phono stages
Zanden 1200. Vendeatta Research 
Are there digital front ends with the body...
Alex, Thanks for the link. Although I had come across these exotic looking horn speakers review. Your name was mentioned as digital-to-tubes maestro. Congratulations!!The system owner has some very good amplification. Frankly I think as impressive... 
Are there digital front ends with the body...
"If so close, why bother with the analog? I'm guessing that's at least another $20K you've got tied up there? Just because of the records you've got that'll never be on digital?"Paulfolbrecht, yes I do have lot of music on CDs that is not availabl... 
Are there digital front ends with the body...
".....digital that competes on this level. Price no object."Zanden digital combo. Uncannily sounds similar to my analog set up. Induces giddiness everytime I compare ;-) 
most accurate loudspeakers....
I agree with Rcprince-Dunlavy's are ONE of the most accurate speakers make around. Of course in used market since the Co went out of business. 
Observations on Audiogon Posts
I think the simple reason is that they are looking for life-like sound! Like we all are or most of us are. If this is really possible or not is whole another thread. What sounds neutral on an audio system is not how real life neutral sound sounds ... 
Could use some help, please
I will warn you though. An EQ is a no no for an audiophile ;-) 
Could use some help, please
Hi Dave, While you get the new speakers, I can offer you free of any charge an Onkyo EQ35 that might work with your all Onkyo sytem. It might hold you for a while. If you like this idea send me an email. 
Clearaudio Master Reference - impressions?
Third the outer limit. And if you can spring for matching Everest stand then it would take its performance to even higher level. And it looks great. 
Opportunity to buy the best Preamp... but which?
"Are there any new designs that leapfrog all these top machines?" If you have followed the H-CAT thread and its new technology/ies advertised, corroborated by its owners, there sure are new designs that leapfrogs these top basic design machines at... 
Clearaudio Insider Wood output question???
George, like others have said, it could be the cartridge loading may be too low. If I recall correctly, recommended loading for this cartridge is around 500 ohms. Compare this value to the other's. This could explain the descrepancy. (Assuming tha... 
Clearaudio Insider Wood output question???
Have you verified the VTF? it is slightly higher than normal. When you say not loud enough, it is as if you have to strain at 'normal' volume? I have loaded mine at 100 ohms on Clearaudio MR TT /Master TQ1/Everest stand and with Vendeatta Reseaech... 
Most achingly-beautiful music
Electronic (some acoustic instruments. Two Clarinet tracks are to die for)music genre: Felix Laband's "Dark days exit" . Better yet get on Vinyl. Absolutely beautiful music. You won't regret it. 
Speakers to hang on to for LIFE
I couldn't have said better myself, Shadorne! 
Speakers to hang on to for LIFE
The Dunlavy V's. It is my 10 th year and I see no need to replace them.