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Transparent Audio Gen4 vs Gen5
REF had much better imaging, and smoother on top. No hash at all. 
Transparent Audio Gen4 vs Gen5
I have ultra MM2 and a friend brought over REF MM2 last weekend. Now I'm torn between buying gen5 ultra or looking for used Ref MM2. 
DOA tube from Audio Research
I received a DOA 6h30 from them last year. They replaced it for me. 
Ayre MX-R Twenty upgrade
One of the best systems I've ever heard at my local shop was ayre MXR20 amps with the matching pre amp.. Speakers were aerial 20T. I couldn't stop listening. 
ML331 recapping
I had mine done at a local authorized dealer, that'll save you the shipping if you have one near by. 
Krell Restoration
Is there no Krell dealer in your area? Thier tech should be able to do this easily. 
What is the best HEAVY METAL speaker?
Holy smokes I bet that does handle anything you throw at it Mike!I've had 3 friends go out and but ML after hearing mine, and they all listen to rock primarily. Then again, we aren't able to come close to considering your level of system or room s... 
What is the best HEAVY METAL speaker?
Call me crazy, but I listen to mostly rock and heavy music on Martin Logan ascents. They sound great to me, and 95db is no problem. That's more then loud enough for me. 
SONIC FRONTIERS LINE 3...TUBES & CAPS upgrade
I am with you Zd.I believe you were just referencing what a waste of money it would be. You could just as easily said, take it outside and burn it. People just freak out when you say "government" ..... everything has to be about no government thes... 
ARC Quality Issues Ref75 Ref5SE Ref10
At 2x normal retail, I really don't expect a DOA tube though. 
ARC Quality Issues Ref75 Ref5SE Ref10
Yes, they replaced the tube, no problems there. 
ARC Quality Issues Ref75 Ref5SE Ref10
I'm not sure Dweller? I know when I buy tube sets from them they are labeled Ref2 MkII. For the prices they charge I assumed they where all well tested and matched. The argument I always heard was that many tubes wouldn't pass, thus the waste and ... 
ARC Quality Issues Ref75 Ref5SE Ref10
I didn't think much of it until reading this thread. I've had no issues with either of my ARC pre amps over the years, but, the last set of tubes I bought from them, one 6h30 was DOA. This makes me wonder why I'm paying a premium for these to be t... 
How did I do on this Amp?
My Martin Logan's love it, woke them right up. 
How did I do on this Amp?
I think you did great!Paid about 2500 for mine, including getting it recapped. It took a while to break in, at least a couple months before it really relaxed. The amp had been sitting for 2 years or so.