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Pass XA60 XA30
Aaronm, Thanks for the suggestion. I did email Peter at Pass. He informed me it will be at least 6 months as they are working on the X600.5 and likly the X1000.5 first. He did relate that the XA60 mono blocks would retail at $10,000 and the XA30 s... 
Speakers for low power amps?
Twl, Where can I get plans for making a speaker like this? 
Pass XA60 XA30
I see that they are listed on the website in the XA catagory. There is no info on them. That is why I am asking. 
Speakers for low power amps?
Thanks for all the answers. The Welborn site is great and definatly answers some questions. 
Speakers for low power amps?
Krell man, I like my system but I like to listen at lower volumes. The Aerials don't really open up unless you turn them up. I found my friends 10t speakers to be the same way. I feel it is time for a change. I will look into the REF 3As. Anyone e... 
Anyone have opinion on PSE mkV amps?
How do I get a hold of Dean. I purchased the MK V that was on e-bay. I need to get it serviced. 
The Best Live album
I have to throw in Lou Reed "Rock n Roll Animal" Intro/Sweet Jane and Heroin are some of the best rock jams! The recording is not bad either. 
Best female vocals on CD
I was just recently turned on to Over The Rhine. Karin Bergquist's vocals are excellent. Check out the "Ohio" or "Good Dog Bad Dog" CDs. They are definatly worth a listen. 
How much does your system retail for?
$26,500 More than I thought! 
Preamps for $300 to match with B&K st-140?
I bought a Dared SL-2000A tube preamp last week. I purchased it for a second system that I don't have together yet, so I put it in my main system. I have to tell you if you can get away with just 2 inputs and no phono, this pre will be hard to bea... 
Integrated for Alon II mkII under $1200
Thanks for the replies. I have decided to go the seperates route. I purchased a Dared SL-2000A preamp for $300. I am now looking for an amp in the $1000 range. 
Which CD's for Imaging/Soundstage?
Ryan Adams-Heartbreaker(Try track #5) Eva Cassidy-Songbird(Track #1)Ricki Lee Jones-Ricki Lee Jones 
Integrated for my Aerial 7B's ?
If you can afford them, Gryphon electronics and Aerial are a perfect match. I have had the Gryphon S100 and Tabu pre for a while. I went through Vandersteen 3Asig, Soliloquy 6.3s, and Von Schweikert VR-4s (updated).When I purchased a set of Aerial... 
Best recording of Tchaikovsky's 5th
Thanks for all your suggestions guys. I have ordered the Gergiev and Mravinsky. Paul 
Any Audio Grade Extension Cords???
BMI makes an extension cord. His cords are very good but they are a bit expensive. Very nice person to deal with.