pvmike

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Adding a Dac and Stresmer
I have to be honest. I did not know anything about streamers and dad's. My first system consisted of ML ESL !! A's and a Linn streamer. The system has expanded but the streamed is still in play. It has the ability to act as a streamer/amp, a strea... 
Im looking for the next upgrade. I'm not real sure which way I want to go Help!
I have been reading all of your suggestions.So far I am thinking my next step will be a tube pre amp.I came across a Prima Luna EVO for 1600 so far. I am also looking at Manley's 300B pre amp as well. opinions please    
Im looking for the next upgrade. I'm not real sure which way I want to go Help!
I am looking for a fuller sound I’ve heard ESL 13’s with a Gryphon Mephistopheles and was very impressed. Right now in thinking what I have is on the anemic side  
What is Your End Game System?
I would have to say my end game system is pure fantasy at this time, but it would consist of Linn Klimax DSM, gryphon Commander pre amp, Gryphon Mephesto Solos, Martin Logan Neolith speakers  
Looking for a streamer/DAC
I use Linn product. their of very good quality. I currently use the linn Majik DSM. This unit has a amp.a preamp capability or as a line source. I have used this product in all 3 modes and am very pleased with its performance  
Cornwall IV – tube (amp) choice
I would look into Decware. They carry a lifetime warranty and are hand built not assembly line manufactured. point to point build no circuit boards and can be customized    
My upgrade
ricmech23, I find the JC5 to be much clearer, The kids sound much fuller and pronounced. The stereo separation is greater and pronounced. The soundstage also sounds fuller and richer. I can’t say its bigger but it is livelier. Thanks for your int... 
My upgrade
budget is iffy but I work hard at saving for a preamp I am looking at the Manley 300B preamp  
Sad to say I need a new amp…
take a look at Decware the plus is lifetime warranty don't see much of resale side from what I have found is they are pretty good all hand built    
spend on the streamer or on the DAC ?
I’m fairly new to this game and have to say my dealer recommended I go to Linn and solve both ends of this question. I ended up buying the Linn Maljik dsm and have been very happy with the streamer and dac contained in this unit.  
~$15K floorstanders: opinions sought
HelloI might end up being the bad guy here but I am a big fan of Martin Logan Masterpiece series of electrostats I have owned a pair of the ESL 11A's and am thrilled with them. 
Looking for a front end streamer only.
Hello,I have been using a Linn Majik for about 2 years now. I just started the audiophile venture. I really like the Majik DSM as it offers everything you said you wanted, It is a very good streamer and is also equipped with a very good dac. It al... 
Need preamp recommendation
Take a look at the Decware ZPRE. You also might take a look at Manley labs pre amps as well 
2k to 4k Streaming DAC
I’m new to streaming just learning but I have to say that I do really like my Linn Malik DSM For streaming great sound for me into a peach tree nova 300 and Martin Logan ESL impressions 
Pre amp and Power amp advice needed
Take a look at Decware you might find something you like