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Jolida 1501 RC
I've had one in our great room for the last 4 years that the family uses for movies and occasional music. No problems, non fatiguing, warm, but not very resolving. Overall, a good product at it's price point... and I'd choose it over a Rotel produ... 
McIntosh MA2275 int tube Amp...OPINIONS PLEASE
If it sounds anything like my McIntosh MC 275 MK V, I'd say you should be quite happy. Plus, I like the fact that it's American made.... Mac gear has a reputation for being dependable.... Mac has outstanding customer support, and resale value is s... 
The Harbeth phenomenon
Shadorne - You commented... "FWIW the M40.1 is really rather uninspiring - even Stereophile did not take much of a shine to it."Not sure if that's a fair statement. Stereophile rated it Class A... and both Art Dudley and Sam Tellig's comments wher... 
The Harbeth phenomenon
Mmike84's comments mimic my feelings on the subject. Most of my time as an audiophile has been spent with Dynaudio speakers, including the C2's & C4's, both of which are exceptional. However, I found myself tiring of having to crank up the vol... 
Dynaudio Confidence C2 or Focus 360 ?
I've owned the C2's and the C4's. I found the bass lacking with the C2's and used a REL Storm sub to fill out the low end. The C4's do not need a sub. 
GIK vs. Real Traps?
I have 8 GIK 244 panels. Made a big difference for me, and the price was very reasonable. Good, friendly service too. 
Select Your Less Than Ideal System
I'll take a "C" please. 
Plinius SA-50 MKIII vs SA-103
I owned the SA-102 for several years and thought it was a great amp... and like Samzx12, I also owned a BAT VK 200, but IME, the Plinius sounded much better to me than the BAT amp.I don't know this to be certain, but have read that the SA-102 &... 
Synergy between Calypso- JLTI- Sim audio W-5
I tried my Calypso with SIM W-6 monoblocks. The Calypso has remained with me for over 2.5 years... the SIM's didn't last one week before I moved on. 
2 Channel or 5 Channel- Dynaudio Confidence 5
Bigbucks5 nailed it. Been there... done that... 2 channel is the way to go. 
SimAudio i5 vs Creek Destiny
you'd be moving backwards going from the Creek to the Sim... lateral at best. 
Aesthetix Calypso with SS power amp: good or bad ?
Jimf - curious as to what tubes Andy recommended for your Calypso? 
Aesthetix Calypso with SS power amp: good or bad ?
I think I've had my Calypso for about 3 years now... a record for me. Have used it successfully with both ss (Plinius SA-102) and now tubes (McIntosh MC275 mk V). The ability to tweak the sound to ones liking by rolling tubes make it a keeper for ... 
Plinius SA amps
I had the Plinius SA-102 amp & CD-LAD combo and never had a noise problem. The CD-LAD is not at the same performance level as the SA-102 or 250. I sold the CD-LAD and upgraded to an Aesthetix Calypso with NOS tubes, which turned out to be a si... 
vintage tuner: McIntosh or Sansui?
Got my Sansui TU-919 for $650 on EBay. Best $650 I've spent in audio.