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Anyone here compare the Leben CS300 to the CS600?
You know, I did not notice that, but my confusion still stands, word had it these were fantastic integrateds, though pricy for the power output, but still, well thought of. 
Manufacurers I have known.... 2 Bobby Palkovic
Yes, that would be cool. So do I have it right that it will have pentode and triode settings? 30 watts triode should be able to make the VSMs sing (loud if you want). 
Manufacurers I have known.... 2 Bobby Palkovic
Still get the Error 404 message when trying to view. Anyone else have the same problem? 
Vandersteen 2ci used. Good speaker/bargain?
Viridian, your point is well taken, but I think John assumes most people know Audio Connection is a Vandersteen dealer (largest in the country?), I don't think he is motivated to hide the fact, though it is probably good form to have manufactuers ... 
Anyone here compare the Leben CS300 to the CS600?
I'm surprised by the less than stellar comments on these amps - seems like there was a period not too long ago where they got great professional reviews and user feedback, to the point I was considering buying them. Where are all the folks who the... 
Vandersteen 2ci used. Good speaker/bargain?
Good point. Might be good practice to include that in a signature - even most folks know who Audioconnection and Atmasphere are.Any way, since this thread could have started yesterday for 2cs in general, yes, they are both good speakers and solid ... 
Vandersteen 2ci used. Good speaker/bargain?
I'm not sure what the sensitivity of the 2s is, but a fella with a lot of experience once told me the best he ever heard the 2s sound was with the small Music Reference RM10 with 35 watts - probably not for head-banging, but I suspect with 35-40 t... 
Cayin A88T - My Favorite Amp Out of Numerous - FYI
A very good pairing for your Joule would be the Music Reference RM9 MKI or II. I had the 150 Signature Edition with the RM9 Special Edition and that was about as good as it get at any price. Of course, I assume it would work great with the VZNs 
Nagra plp versus CAT ultimate mk 2
You may also want to try Roger Modjeski at tubeaudiostore.com - the best tube tester in the business IMHO. Not sure how his prices compare with trying to buy direct from Ken Stevens (CAT), my understanding is the Roger now does the testing for CAT... 
Manufacurers I have known.... 2 Bobby Palkovic
Must be, more tubes, bigger transformers, more watts. Not as "cute" as the SE, but luxurious. With both pentode and triode settings, I'm sure it will bring something new to the table for Ars Sonum aficionados:) 
Nagra plp versus CAT ultimate mk 2
There are many happy catophiles:) 
Nagra plp versus CAT ultimate mk 2
Not sure about tube location as I only owned the linestage version. Not sure you actually have a problem with tube, but they can get noisy over time and it always seems to be good practice to put in a new set of tubes when you buy used gear, you n... 
Nagra plp versus CAT ultimate mk 2
Did you try changing tubes on the phono stage? 
Shuguang Treasure tubes....
Look forward to hearing you thoughts on them. Still using the old Ei which are suppose to be pretty good, would be nice to try something new. 
Need a Speaker Recommendation
Yup. Yup.