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Tube dacs $2k
The Audio Aero Prima DAC can sometimes be found used in that price range, one of the really excellent tube buffered DACs. Smooth, but not lacking top end extension.If you consider a computer-based system, the first one that comes to mind is the Wa... 
Top turntables?
To quote Johnnantais[blockquote]You want PRESENCE, excitement, the sort of PALPABILITY which hits you in the stomach and leaves you gasping for breath...[/blockquote]I know... idlerwheels are supposed to have it...On the other, I had the pleasure ... 
PC for a Running Springs Audio Haley?
I second looking at the VH Audio power cords. I only use Flavor 2 (because that's what I had around at the time when I got the Haley), but it works very well in that application (even compared to an Audience Powercords). Chris VH has a very libera... 
wireless routers bad for sound?
Correct link - Ayre & AC 
Wavelength Brick USB DAC tube rolling?
Although Gordon mentioned that the Brick should not be too sensitive to tube rolling, I did notice a discernable difference between tubes over the past few months I had the Brick.My Brick came standard with a Ei 12Au7 goldpin, which resulted in a ... 
Electro-Acoustic Music: Canadians Help
Sounds really interesting. I am always in for some innovative and obscure music.By the way, I found the CD also on Verge music. I have been ordering from Verge a couple of times and they have been great: Quick shipping when the item is in stock. O... 
Wavelength Brick
Hello from another Brick/Macbook Owner. I just got my Brick about two months ago.Glad to hear you like the Mac - Brick combination. I never tried anything but the Mac on the Brick.Let the Brick settle in a little more - The highs should settle in ... 
Converting Real Audio
Interesting note on the background of the DRM-protection: Steve Jobs (Apple Itunes) just put up a note about DRM, Apple's relation to the music industry, and the future of musicSteve Jobs - Thoughts on MusicNice food for thought. 
Turntable Suggestions
I would vote for the Scout too. I have never been very enthusiastic about the VPI tables - mostly to polite and laid back for my taste. However the Scout is the one table in the lineup I actually like (and I was skeptical there too). Please don't ... 
missed buying opportunities
The one and only Fi WE421 SET amp that ever sold on Audiogon. I was the third one to look at the ad sometime late after midnight. It was gone 10 minutes later - Michael Lavorgna from 6moons snapped it up. 
best or craziest speakers' design..
I love the looks of my Cain Abbys - not having boxes was an important part of the decision. Same goes for my Fi Y pre and Fi X amp - tired of the standard black/silver boxes for amps and CDPs. 
Audio Aero Prima MKII v/s Unison Research Unico
Just to give a little more background on my negative experience with the Unison Unico:Source:Unison Unico CDPRega PlanetMichell Tecnodec TT, Trichord Dino phonoAmpUnison Unico(also Linn Wakonda/LK140, Jolida 302b, Audio Aero Prima)SpeakersSpendor ... 
Who makes half size transports thes days?
Apple Mac Mini (+HagUSB) - exactly the size you are looking for. 
Audio Aero Prima MKII v/s Unison Research Unico
I owned both the Audio Aero Prima MKI amp and the Unison Unico. The Audio Aero is dynamic, detailed with a good soundstage. I assume the MK II would be even better.The Unico on the other hand was the worst sounding amp I heard to date - veiled, li... 
Any diigital players out there with phase control?
The Lavry DA10 DAC had both a phase invert and a mono button.