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Just a kind word of thanks
0.003 percent of Audiogoner may be snobbish (this much distortion is even acceptable in amps) but the rest 99.997 are not. That is what my experience is here anyway!This by far is the purist audio community that I have had the previlidge to have b... 
Paradigm Monitor or Studio?
Everyone on this thread seems to agree that Paradigm are excellent value so there is no need to look elsewhere. The studio line is certainly more revealing and also better in terms of overall sound spectrum. If you can afford it go for it, you cer... 
Why is 2 Channel better than multi-channel?
We all have a pair of ears which has 48 auditory canals, looks like the industry is trying its best to reach the ultimate goal of offering 40.8 channel HT system, I will wait for that patiently. Until then, I will continue to use the 48 auditory c... 
Paradigm Monitor or Studio?
I own the Studio 40 as well, I can tell you from my experience that any speaker if kept on the bookshelf will not sound right, the studio's come on their own if kept away from the wall say 2 feet (as already mentioned in the thread by Mijknarf) AN... 
Does your system reflect your personality?
Midrange of my system is prominent, so is my tummy. 
Review: Paradigm Studio 40 v2 Speaker
The difference the stands and sand made to the sound of these speakers was just amazing, anyone own these speakers owe it to themselves to go this route, its like upgrading the speakers to a much higer level. Not just the bass but overall sound is... 
Best acoustic -natural instruments CD's
Zakir Hussain - Making MusicThis album is dating back to 1986 and features John McLaughlin (guitar), Jan Garberek (sax), Pandit Hariprasad Churasia (flute) and Hussain on Tabla. I have had it since 1989 and is still the most played CD in my collec... 
HK and NAD Gurus - Need your Advice - PLEASE
Agree with Abex, Nad is warm, HK in comparision cold. 
Review: NAD 3120 Amplifier
I passed on the 3225PE alongwith Mission 760iSE to my son who has it hooked up to the computer (with Audigy Card) The sound is just so good that he is not even interested in the 6 channel audio facility built into the card(better than new speakers... 
XRCDs WOW
Yeah those XRCD's are really very good sounding I must say. I got only one Tiger Okoshi-Two sides to every story. The dynamics are just amazing. Warren, has your wife calmed down?I intend to get some more soon, will have to checkout their website ... 
Question for Ex-Maggie Owners
Maggie Magic never wears off!I gave them up only because I changed abode and the room inherited was just not big enough to accomodate them. Moving and buying equipment at the same time is not easy so I had to settle for something reasonable and I ... 
Most achingly-beautiful music
I just cannot forgive meself for not having mentioned this beautiful piece of musicGaeltacht - Renaissance of the Celtic Harp by Alan Stivell.A masterpice of celtic music. 
low cost integrated amp for newbie
Fishinfool,I cannot agree more with you on everything you mentioned in your last post. Sane advise!As for the record the Puccini SE is very comfortable driving a 4 Ohm load as well. No problems there. My friend who has it is driving his ESS floors... 
Most achingly-beautiful music
John Williams rendition of Joaquin Rodrigo's Concierto de Aranjuez on RCA Red Seal.Summertime - Louis and Ella from Porgy and BessThe look of Love - Dusty Springfield from Casino Royale (Burt Bacharach)Besides the three I would like to mention som... 
low cost integrated amp for newbie
I have hear the Audio Analogue Puccini SE as well as the NAD C-370, I feel the Puccini has the edge over the NAD even though the difference in power is there. If I was considering one I would have no hesitation going for the Puccini SE. Puccini is...