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Wilson Maxx 2
Thanks, Jonathan. You're right, but was wondering, hoping that there might be a way... ;^)I know you had the originals at one point and probably went through many amps with them before going the Kharma Tenor route. With 95 db they start to become ... 
Have you heard the new Zanden digital gear?
The Audio Note of course is very good and there are some similarities to the Zanden which has a similar design philosophy. Having heard the 3.1x and not the 4.1x in my search for the ultimate DAC, I'd have to say that the Zanden allows you to forg... 
Have you heard the new Zanden digital gear?
The Zanden in my opinion brings a purity, life, energy, excitement and soul that a lot of other state of the art digital does not. It's the real deal and the reviews I've read are on the money in describing it's sound essentially accurately. One t... 
Best Grateful Dead recording?
Infrared Roses-collection of Deadheads/Drums/Space-very well recorded, especially the intro outside the show ;^). Haven't seen this around since I bought this CD around '89. Is this out of print? Anyone...Anyone... 
Isolation Platforms vs spikz on spkrs: Wilson WP7?
Thanks TangramAnyone else? The buzz is that shelves for speakers are far superior to the spikes-significantly. Surprised that more experimental ag'ers haven't tried this. Now is this considered coupling or decoupling- or something else? Shelves th... 
Please rate WATT/Puppy 7
French Fry Nice to see that you were able to get the 33h to sound musical. BTW, What was the gear that you heard wp-7 on?. 
recommendation to dampen bass for wood floors
Don't forget to adjust your Watt phase pin for the added height whatever you decide... 
How much does your system retail for?
$104,400. Includes 5 dedicated AC lines. Was hoping like hell as I was adding this up that it did not hit six figures. In fact, was quite surprised at the number as hadn't thought about it-only ever really consider the resale value! ;^) 
Which DAC to get?
A N Interested why you do not include EMM in your finalists. 
Which is more important?
Resonance control and speaker placement. This can be done very inexpensively per many of the threads here. Try cardas.com for placement recommendations and try any number of resonance tweaks, including even the very cheap. Oh, and lifting your cab... 
Wilson or Kharma
Oakrow, too bad you didn't get to audition the WP7 on amps in the same league as the Tenors ; ) 
Rogue 120
Ei for the 12ax7 inputs are reported to be spectacularTried Telefunken's and they're quite nice but curious to try the Ei's. Rogue makes a great amp, but changing out the standard Sovtek's or Electro Harmonix makes them a whole lot better... 
Tube newbie, Audio Research questions?
WVICK Why not go in increments. You haven't specified which Krell you have, but why not go with best of breed. Certainly you will probably miss the control, slam, and overall ease and effortlessness of the Krell if you go to low powered tubes for ... 
Looking for a Speaker in the $15,000 Range
The Kharma 3.2's should definitely be added to your list and listened to. Let's say when I put them in my system after having the Wilson Sophia's, and a couple of other fine speakers they brought new meaning to the word bass in my very large (55x4...