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Lets talk tubes in Pharaoh Integrated
I use a tube pre with Ss amp. With my system it is very easy to evaluate any change and characteristics of input tube,rectifier tube, cables sprk and I/cs. That said I use the same input and output tube as your integrated and I have many different... 
What do you void listening?
CZ maybe you need new cables. 
Best budget cables for tube amp
Increcable diamond 
Fun, small footprint, floor standers
+1 proac d15 out of the others listed that I have tried. 
What tube pre amp to use
This is what I will offer. I have a amp that is comparable to yours. I have purchased a Consonance T1 preamp new for hundreds less than your budget. This pre is point to point wiring, audio grade caps, tube rectified with minimalist design. Availa... 
Upgraded power supply Caps?
Csontos Thanks for input. I will look for the Elna caps in the values I need. If I can not find them I willcan look for another high quality brand. Anyone else with recommendations for good Caps? 
Best sounding Hybrid Integrated in $2000 range
Search Cayin vs Bada thread. You might find some good advise. Best 
If you wanted to impress someone, which track?
Donjr I agree thats one of her best songs. I also like Wichita lineman and If its magic. She is a gem in the world of artist. As far as tracks and there is many . One I like lately is Sonny Rollins god bless the child. Sounds great on my system. Best 
Norah Jones
I personally never thought ipod is good. I think ipod is poor. Also you are comparing equipment to artistic talent and personal taste in what moves you musically. I don't see a correlation between the two. What I take from Schubert is if I select ... 
What speakers should I consider around $5000?
Mwsl what have you found in your auditions as of late? 
Linda Ronstadt can't sing anymore.
I think you would be doing better trying a 50 mile forced march than making a comment like that. You have know idea of her personal life or more so the 99.8% of everyone else. Rather assuming of you IMO. 
KEF LS 50 in NE Ohio?
Don't listen to (you are borderline psycho) he know not what he say. Your amp and preamp should match well. Hopefully you can get a listen. Best 
Classe ca 150 vs wyred for sound st250
Thanks for your input. I think Ill try wyred. Maybe the Mamp 
Classe ca 150 vs wyred for sound st250
Anyone? 
Amp for KEF LS50?
I listened to a set driven by Granite audio monoblocks. The sound was very good and highly dimentional. A great match. Best