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| Zanden 5000mkIII dac tube recomendations Get rid of the National. Although stamped 7308, it's really a 6922 (a poor one at that). Yamada will build the 5000 on a "special order" basis for use with a E188CC (7308) but the standard is a 6922 because of availability. I'd recommend a NOS Amp... | |
| Kubala-Sosna & Meitner Emm Labs Gets my top Vote MichaelWwolff: I have personnaly owned and done lengthy comparisons of the Kubala Emotion cables against both the Nordost Valhalla and Tranparent Reference XL and Reference MM cable sets. This comparison was done on solid state electronics driving... | |
| Kubala-Sosna & Meitner Emm Labs Gets my top Vote I completely agree with Macallan25's review of the Kubala cables. I've been using the Emotion line exclusively for 2-3 months and its the finest wire I've ever used....bar none. | |
| from a Krell SS- FPB 600 to What Tube Amp ? Pcook15: First and foremost, I highly recommend you audition both the Kubala and Transparent cables before making a decision.That being said, I replaced all of my Transparent Reference XL cables (the new ones with the curved networks) with Kubala ... | |
| Have you heard the new Zanden digital gear? I just received my new Zanden 5000 Signature with the outboard power supply and all I can say is it's performance is staggering. Bear in mind you'll have to pair this with a top notch transport to truly enjoy the Zanden's full capabilities. I've u... | |
| from a Krell SS- FPB 600 to What Tube Amp ? Rkuryl: I've only tried the Emotive Series. My dealer has told me the other Series are price/performance leaders. I'dhighly recommend finding a dealer that will let you take a "test drive". | |
| from a Krell SS- FPB 600 to What Tube Amp ? Macallam25: I agree with EssentialAudio that before making a move on an amp you need to settle on speakers. That being said, I made it a point to find a speaker that matched well to my Joule Grand Marquis OTL's because IMO these amps were "keepers... | |
| EMM Labs DAC6 vs. latest version dCS James1969; I haven't heard the DCC2 but have heard the DA6/Philips and much prefer the Zanden. I use mine with a CEC transport and it's the best digital I've owned. The new Zanden Signatuer DAC and transport (shown this week at HE2004)will likely ... | |
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| Pre-Amp for Parasound JC-1 Bob,I've sent a note to BAT. I'm not an EE so please bear with me. Is there an acceptable amount of DC (or DC offeset) from tube pre-amps which allow the JC-1's to operate without shutting down? Is this an inherent issue with all tube pre's?Thanks... | |
| BAT VK-60 Mono Blocks or VK-75 Stereo The SE version, whether the 60SE or the 75SE is a superior product to the older design. Give Victor or Geoff at BAT a call and ask them about the differences. | |
| what amp would maximize wilson sophias I've now had the BAT VK-75SE for about a week and can say it's an excellent match to my Sophia's. I was seriously considering selling the Sophia's when they were used with my Pass X-250 (the sound was irritating....listener fatigue in 10 minutes).... | |
| what amp would maximize wilson sophias Michael,I too have just acquired a pair of Sophia's. I have been running them with Pass X-250 connected directly to a Wadia 861SE via all Valhalla cabling. The sound is extremely dynamic, superb low frequency extension but a bit dry and analytical... | |
| Best Cabling for Wilson Sophia's Cytocycle: I'm encouraged that you made, and more importantly like the transition from planars. I sure hope I share your sentiments.JTinn: What's your opinion on the Andromeda's paired with Valhalla i/c's from CDP to amp.Anyone out there know the ... | |
| Dynaudio C4 - Anyone with first hand experience Kirk,Thanks for the input. I've had many speakers in the room including the Dunlavy SC-IV's, Aerial 10T's and the current tenant, the Maggie 3.6's.It just so happens the room is a finished basement with a slab floor with carpeting. All the wall ar... |