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Help for Cello Audio Pallete malfunction
Al,thank you for your inputs,I have tried Cello systems,they never answer their phone nor do they return calls.I am now trying to reach Dick Burwen.When all fails I will try Mark Levinson, 
How do you know when to replace tubes
I find the comments very useful.I will follow Lostbears recommendation and replace the 6550 in the power supply.Thanks for all the replies. 
problem with Zanden signature DAC
Detlof,The reason for using the S/pidf is to try and use the Zanden DAC with the digital output of the Sooloos 10. 
cd/dvd repair ot trash
Thanks for all the responses.I do have the OPPO 105,however I prefer for sound quality the Meridian 800 and even the Esoteric I find superior in audio.I use HDMI from all these sources including the Meridian.Meridian repaired the 800 but over 6 mo... 
How to tell which BlueRays have good audio
The HDMI from the marantz goes to the Meridian 621 which splits the audio and video signals.I use the Marantz player for listening to multi channel 5.1 audio with BlueRay discs.When I listen to 2 channel audio material I use the Esoteric-K-01 or t... 
Accuphase or Esoteric?
I have the accuphase 800/801 combo and the Esoteric K-01.The esoteric I have installed less than a month ago,it is fantastic far Superior to the Accuphase K-01.The esoteric has many options for playback and takes a while to break in.I strongly rec... 
Best redbook cd-only player ?
See if you can find a Reimyo 777 in mint condition.I have had one since it came out.It is an outstanding player for red book. 
Aging and Treble and Income?
I have recently attended a a couple of live performances ,the sound was bad,over amplified speakers.The days of live music without electronics aids seems to have disappeared from commercial live performances.At audio shows and at dealers the demos... 
Need a system for Chamber music--ideas?
I may suggest the ClasicAudioLoudspeaker T3.4,it is a horn speaker which I have in my bedroom.Fantastic for violin reproduction.Speakers are very efficient 100db/w.m at 16ohms.You can look them up on the web.They are sold manufacturer direct.They ... 
SS amp as opposed to tube amp
It depends on the impedance of your speakers.In my case with high efficiency horn speakers with nominal impedance of 16 ohms my very powerful ss amp would not deliver adequate bass response,while a low power tube amp did get me the good bass. 
Stage III
I have a number of their power cables and interconnects.The power cables, and there have enhanced my system considerably with significant improvement to the Meridian 861V6 processor/preamp. The interconnects are OK the rca termination is not great... 
Zanden DAC noise problem
I do not know the specific upgrades to the DAC,and I could not detect a significant audio quality improvement.The damage to the pocket book was more significant.However it is hard for me to really evaluate it properly.In my main system the Zanden ... 
Zanden DAC noise problem
Thanks for all the responses.I did upgrade my DAC in 2008,and I did get the Zanden cable connecting the DAC and transport repaired at Audio Revelation they did an excellent job.I also purchased from them a5J cable,that cable seems somewhat brighte... 
Zanden DAC noise problem
Hi Nilthepill,I had similar experience in 2008 I sent that same DAC to Japan,they did an excellent job at an exorbitant cost.I did contact Eric he is always willing to assist,but his recommendation was change tubes or send to Japan.I had a differe... 
what is an ideal tube amp
Thanks for all you responses.I took the plunge and purchased Atma sphere S-30 which I upgraded to the latest.I also purchased the Atma sphere M-60 monos .Both are fantastic the sound is incredible and like Ralph explained the bass response was far...