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Plinius 9100 and 9200?
Thanks, now I understand. I think I should be looking in the B range. 
Plinius 9100 and 9200?
Thanks for the responses. So is it safe to say that from the 8100 to the 9200 this is essentially the same amp with incremental improvements in each one but no earth-shattering improvements from model to model? 
Plinius 9100 and 9200?
For that matter, what about the 8100, 8200, and 8200 mkII? Are these all just successive versions with steady improvements? Are the differences substantial? 
Speakers for Dialogue 2
Thanks for the info. This assures me I should stick to my resolution not to buy any more audio components without hearing them first. 
Dialogue II noise level
Thanks for the responses thusfar. That's helpful info. 
Anyone recommend a neutral tube amp?
Hello Mrtennis, in fact I'm not expecting a perfectly neutral tube amp. Such a thing probably isn't desirable, never mind attainable. One of my purposes in going to tubes is to get some of that tube warmth. However, I'd like an amp that doesn't mu... 
Anyone recommend a neutral tube amp?
Thanks for all the responses thusfar. Tim, you're right to be concerned about the 87 db on the speakers. I've found some amps, such as the Mac 275, to be underpowered with them. I once heard the ARC 55 watt integrated and I understand what you mea... 
Conrad Johnson Premier 12, how powerful?
Very interesting. Thanks Chuck. 
Conrad Johnson Premier 12, how powerful?
To clarify, do you mean the LP140 has the Teflon caps but the 140 does not? 
Conrad Johnson Premier 12, how powerful?
Hmmm... Now I'm discouraged to hear that the 12 is not quick. My impression from the reviews was the opposite, that they are quick, and quicker than previous CJ gear. I've only heard the MV60SE from CJ, and loved the quickness and overall presenta... 
Conrad Johnson Premier 12, how powerful?
The Opera Callas are 8 ohm. I'm afraid I don't know about the impedance curve. My room is fairly small and I listen mostly at low volumes, but I've found that low volume listening is where you appreciate power the most. So far with these speakers ... 
Anyone heard Opera Callas Mini?
Hoggshead, which stands are you using with the Callus? I've read that Opera makes two stands, one for $400, the other for $1000. Is one meant for the Callus and are you using that one? I can't quite rationalize $1000 stands. Can anyone else give r... 
Anyone heard Opera Callas Mini?
Thanks Thorman. Actually I have all my info wrong. The speaker I heard was the new Opera Mezza. And the speaker I'm interested in is the Opera Callas, not the mini, but the larger monitor that's been described in Stereophile. 
Monitors for Sim integrated
Hello John,Thanks for the recommendation. I believe my dealer does have the Gibbon 3 (Goodwin's in Waltham, MA). In fact, I was also thinking about trying the Gibbon 8 which has the port in the front. By necessity I have to place the speaker 14-18... 
Monitors for Sim integrated
I'm intrigued by these GMAs. The reviews and comments are glowing. Too bad the nearest dealer is almost 150 miles away.