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conrad-johnson system questions
"I've read some bad things on c-j power amps - no bass"That's a ridiculous generalization. Caveat: When you either read or are told something that absolute about something so subjective, relative and system dependent, I suggest that you give that ... 
Higher output SET or SE tube amp for Daedalus Spea
Good luck David, I'll rack the pea but a cheap high power SET is a pretty tall order to fill. 
conrad-johnson system questions
Love cj, but please heed Unsound's advise: speakers first. 
Higher output SET or SE tube amp for Daedalus Spea
Hi David, Why is your Solista a no-go? Have you considered any of the amps from Mastersound? 
Great songs and artists who virtually own them?
Ncarv, I do get the point, but there are many songs that aren't "no brainers". For instance, some people prefer Jose Feliciano's version of "Light My Fire" to the Doors. 
Great songs and artists who virtually own them?
Very funny Audiophile, I should have elaborated. What I had in mind, when I initiated this thread, was more of an exploration of the standards which are performed by more than one mainstream artist, not so much the singles which are, and probably ... 
Great songs and artists who virtually own them?
BTW, If anyone is unfamiliar with Joey's talent:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x_wVh2PLWkU 
Great songs and artists who virtually own them?
Audiofeil, would that be Joey Heatherton and "Light My Fire"? Great songs but you didn't mention the artists who you believe own them. 
Entry into HiFi
My pleasure Notjohnnyv. Choosing an audio system is no less personal than choosing a girlfriend. It really is that subjective. That said, the speaker that keeps running through my mind is the "Totem Model 1". I didn't see one currently available b... 
Great songs and artists who virtually own them?
Vegasears,LOL - If we were giving away a prize for the most correct answer, you would win on technical merit. But we're not, so you're wrong laddy, you're just plain wrong. 
Entry into HiFi
Which wall will the speakers be on and where will the open wall be relative to their placement? How loud do you like your music. Does your classic rock have to ROCK? 
Great songs and artists who virtually own them?
Nina Simone - "Just like Tom Thumb's Blues" If anyone hasn't heard this one, trust me...Ballan, I too love Jeff Buckly's "Hallelujah", but can't agree that he wrestled it away from Leonard Cohen. 
Entry into HiFi
Exciting, isn't it! You have to get the speaker/room thing right. Oh heck! You have to get everything right - and it's hard; that's why we're all here. I would recommend hitting the pre-owned racks at some local dealers and home audition speaker/i... 
What amps for Kef 104.2
It's been many years since I auditioned the 104.2s - very fond memories. I seem to recall them being paired with Bryston. 
Top 5 Hamburgers
All I can say is: this is a lot of "top 5" hamburgers