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Steely Dan UHQR
I just listened to "Aja" two days ago and it was absolutely miles ahead of all previous versions I've experienced.  On top of that I had recently purchased the Dan's 3 previously released UHQR LP's and they are equally amazing.  I could not recomm... 
What is the current retail cost of your reference system?
grislybutter That is unfortunate...  
What is the current retail cost of your reference system?
grislybutter @orenstein I can come over and take and post your pictures for you :)    That sounds like an excellent idea, especially while enjoying a fine dram or two of scotch!  I'm on Long Island, NY.    
What is the current retail cost of your reference system?
tonywinga     You could create a virtual system page.   LOL  If I don't know how to post a pic do you really think I know what a virtual system page is, no less how to create one?     
What is the current retail cost of your reference system?
  @orenstein. Wish you showed pictures. I bet it is an amazing stereo.  I don't know how to post a pic here.  
What is the current retail cost of your reference system?
I'll Play......I think it is interesting who else is crazy... Naim Statement amps/pre = $300k Kuzma Stabi DC XL turntable w/ Kuzma 14" 4Point arm & Koetsu Rosewood Signature Platinum cartridge = $50k Revox PR99 Reel to Reel = $5k Naim CD55... 
New Grandinote Mach 9 Loudspeakers: Holy Grail ?!
What an eloquent review!!!    
New Grandinote Mach 9 Loudspeakers: Holy Grail ?!
the system has since been upgraded.  The Naim 500 amp and Naim 552 preamp have been replaced by the Naim Statement system.  Also, the Linn TT has been replaced by a Kuzma Stabi XL DC w/ a 4 point 14" tonearm and a Koetsu Rosewood Signature Platinu... 
New Grandinote Mach 9 Loudspeakers: Holy Grail ?!
I was at the Axpona '19 show as well and spent a great deal of time in the Grandinote/Luna Cables room.  Masimilliano Magri, or Max, as his friends call him (the owner and chief engineer of Grandinote) is a great guy.  By the way, use all Luna Cab... 
New Grandinote Mach 9 Loudspeakers: Holy Grail ?!
Hello Rick2000.   Congratulations, in advance, on acquiring the Mach 18s from Grandinote.  I could not be happier with my 36's.  They were custom built for me and they sound as impressive as they look.  Mine are hooked up to a Naim Statement sys... 
Cabling Recommendations
Hello mrrobot I too have the Naim Statements (previously had the 500/552)  with a CD555 and 2 555PSs with custom made Grandinote Mach 36 speakers.  I had the standard Naim cables as well as the Naim Powerline and Hi-line interconnects.  When I sw... 
what’s a song cover that you think is better than the original?
coming from a huge Beatles fan (Happy 82nd Ringo!)......   Got to Get You Into My Life by Earth Wind and Fire  
What's the heaviest speaker you've ever owned? What's the tallest?
My current speakers are Grandinote Mach 36's.  They were custom built for me and are the only pair in the world.  they stand 6'5" tall and each weigh about 450 pounds.  they do not get moved around very often!   Mitch  
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I cannot figure out why anyone would even reply to the OP.  
Upgrade my CD player or futile effort?
I realized you've already committed to a specific upgrade but I'll add my 2 cents anyway.  As important as a DAC may be, the transport is at least equally significant.  The elimination of vibration and an accurate reading of the disc is where all ...