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Ayre KX-R pre?
I ordered my KXR back at the end of November and was lucky enough to get it into my system just over a week ago. Right out of the box it sounded great (feeding my MXRs), much better than any other preamp I've ever had in my system.The parts qualit... 
Need your opinion..Ayre 5vex and the McIntosh 352
Since it takes Ayre amplifiers about a month until they settle in and open up, I think you made a mistake writing off the Ayre after only "a few days." I have both the V5-xe (now in a second system) and the MX-R monoblocks, and I couldn't be happi... 
Anyone audition the new Thiel 3.7s yet?
Because of the black cap, I think they look best in very dark woods -- I especially like the new Ebony composite (shown in the Ayre suite at the past CES). However, in that price range, I much prefer the elegance of the Vandersteen Quatro Wood, wh... 
Cayin H80A or Ayre AX-7e
I bought my wife an AX-7e / CX-7e combo for a secondary system and I think she prefers it in many respects to our big system. It really sounds great, its from a great company that has been around for a long time, has tremendous customer service, h... 
How does the Ayre V1-xe compare to the MX-R's?
I went from the V5-xe to the MX-Rs, so its not the exact same comparison you're looking for, but I listened extensively before making the jump. Also a fan of what Charles Hansen has accomplished at Ayre, I have the K-5xe and C-5xe. I think the MX-... 
Thiel/Crutchfield
While people were questioning Crutchfield's listing of MSRP for "each" speaker, if you get the MSRP price list from Thiel direct, they have been listing the same on a for "each" speaker basis for years. They do that for all speakers in the line, m... 
The synergy of Ayre a.k.a. the
You should be able to get the MSRP from your dealer or simply call either Steve or Michael at Ayre directly (303.442.7300 x-233 for Steve or x-223 for Michael). The prices depend entirely on the length. From memory, however, the first meter of the... 
The synergy of Ayre a.k.a. the
While I obviously can't know what Mcrheist experienced or didn't, I can honestly say that I have never had customer service with any company that compares with Ayre, whether Charlie, Michael or Steve. Everyone at Ayre has always been more than gen... 
The synergy of Ayre a.k.a. the
I love my Ayre system. From my two sources (D-1xe for DVD & C-5xe for music) to my preamp (K-5xe) to my new MX-R monoblocks (which replaced my V-5xe), I'm Ayre through and through. Even my interconnects are Ayre signatures. As soon as my Ayre ... 
Ayre MX-R vs Lamm M2.2 Opinions
I would second John's comments. My MXR's have been in my system for almost 2 months now and would never have called them dry, but especially now that they are fully broken in (the most significant impact of break-in occurred during the first 2 wee... 
Feedback on new Ayre MX-R Monoblocks
You really should read the other threads, as people who have purchased and lived with the Monoblocks chime in there. Personally, I believe the MX-Rs are a perfect compliment to Vandersteen 5As, which is why I ordered a pair after listening to them... 
AHs anyone heard the new Ayre MX-R mono blocs?
Hey everyone, I've got a bit of egg on my face. It looks like both Teajay and I were part right about the pricing. The MX-Rs do retail for $16,500 in the standard "silver" finish, but adding the black finish adds $250 per chassis -- for a total of... 
Ayre vs VTL vs BAT
While you would have to wait a bit yet (and who knows the impact Charlie's accident and recovery will have on the release date), the next product in the "R" series (i.e., "Reference") will be a new pre-amplifier (to be designated KX-R presumably).... 
AHs anyone heard the new Ayre MX-R mono blocs?
I don't know who gave Teajay the $17K figure, but I confirmed with the factory this morning that the pricing is $16,500 for a pair in silver and $16,750 a pair in black. But what's a few hundred dollars between friend.