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Jolida 100cdp and tube rolling choices
Hello,I have a Underwood Lvl 1 modded version. I currently use Telefunken tubes. I recently bought a pair of long plate blackburn Mullards. I switched from a tube amp to solid state and am looking to add a bit of warmth back. So, I'm switching ove... 
CD Advice
Hello,I have a Jolida JD-100 Underwood lvl 1 cd player purchased here on Agon a few years ago. I added a few additional mods - teflon caps... It has worked perfectly since purchase. Currently using Tele tubes. Have vintage long plate Mullards tube... 
Should I keep around my NAD 3155?
Hello,I see here posted on Agon - a Sumo Elektra preamp with a very decent MM/MC phono stage. Add the B&K ST-2020 amp held here on auction and you have a very respecible set up for the money. I'm sure there are many other combo's via what's po... 
Quad 21L vs. 22L2 Sonic differences?
Hello,I have a pair of 22L2 speakers finished in Rosewood. Got them used here on Agon from a seller - Lanemart - who sells numerous QUAD speakers. I power them via Monarchy Audio SE-100 Delux amps and a VTL 2.5 tube preamp. Very happy with the com... 
Know of any true bullet proof equipment stories?
I have a NAD 5000 cd player bought new in 1991 if memory serves me correctly. It served well for years in my main system. I then put it in a dusty, humid garage/work shop for 5 years or so. It now serves duty in a secondary system in the family ro... 
AM/FM set up for office
Hello,I was informed by someone on the IT side that my company does monitor for streaming. So this is not an option. 
AM/FM set up for office
Hifigy - I like your suggestion - thank you 
AM/FM set up for office
Hello,I can't not stream music from work PC. Big brother monitors everything. 
best class a amp for a grand?
Monarchy Audio SE-100 Delux class A mono blocks. I purchased a refurbed pair of these direct from Mr Poon for $980 plus shipping via Agon. They include the all latest circuit improvements reflected in his current model, minus a few circuit protect... 
"God Bless the Child" on Idol?
After reading this post I checked out his performance.Incredible voice and passion. The young lad has mad chops.Given the right guidance I'd have to think his chances for a career in music should be good. Almost would be waste to see him get pipel... 
New CDP or new DAC?
Hello,I once owned a c542. Found the redbook playback to be only slightly better than my 19 year old NAD 5000. The HDCD playback was impressive however. I recently purchased a AUNE dac/headphone amp new from flea bay and using it behind the archia... 
Got my amp & speakers. What SS pre? $600 tops
How about a B&K Pro 10 or MC101. I have a MC101 and for money spent ($275) truelly hard to beat. They typically go from $275 > $350. Much better made than some preamps I paid considerably more for. 
moody blues vs rock hall of fame
Ditto - Days Of Future Passed is a great album, not to mention a few others. 
Bargain Basement, Giant Killing DACs for PC Audio
Hello,I recently acquired a Aune Headphone amp/DAC with upgraded caps factory direct from China via fleabay for $165 shipped. Very happy with it considering money spent. Has USB too 
Preamp modifications - who would you use?
I believe Jeff at Sonicraft does some nice mods too.