oranfoster

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How much does your system retail for?
$18,500 not including the TV! Don't regret a penny. 
Would this sound good
I can vouch for the Cambridge gear, I've always slightly favored it over similarly specced NAD equipment. 
CD vs internet and DAC
Hello Sarge, I've been streaming Tidal through a decent USB cable from a MacBook Pro, then to a Parasound ZDAC, then from its balanced outs to a Luxman L-550ax integrated. CD's play from an Oppo BDP 103. The Oppo is great but not maybe comparable ... 
Maximizing My Turntable Experience - input reqeust
Congratulations on your wise choice! I just love my set-up, one that has evolved somewhat, but one of my most important purchases after buying an entry-level 'table was a Spin Clean record washer, and a big pack of nice quality record sleeves. The... 
Best Integrated, period.
I've had decent gear for many years; integrateds from NAD, Cambridge and even a pretty good Topping for a zone amp. But a few months ago I purchased an integrated here on Audiogon which has given me a real taste of the high end: a Luxman L500-AX. ... 
Got big amp-help with 20A line and receptacle
What I did in a similar situation was to run 8 AWG wire DIRECT from the breaker to a Wattgate IEC plug and into the amp. I seem to be blessed with good quiet power here; I know what to turn off when I sit down to really listen to music and haven't... 
Cartridge, Phono Preamp Hum
I just installed the same cart in my set up with no hum. Try borrowing another phono-preamp to see if that's the problem...Best,Oran 
What is the best way to replace a blown sub amp?
Insured, yes...but the deductible is ten grand. Repairs look like they will come in at about four. 
Long Power Cord Runs
Hello Bondmanp, I just installed a new amp and for the first time decided to upgrade the ac power cords. For about $150 I was able to run an 8 AWG line directly from a Wattgate IEC plug to a dedicated 20 amp circuit. The run was forty feet. It rea...