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Jeff Rowland
Bill_k,Thanks for the response. There is no doubt in my mind that the 625 mk2 will be a significant upgrade, but for now it's more than I can spend. I'm currently using a Bricasti M1 direct to the 525. I just added a pair of SVS SB 13 Ultra subs a... 
Jeff Rowland
I called Rowland and they suggested going from my 525 to the 625, which is out of my price range. I'm curious if anyone on Audiogon has done a direct comparison between the 525 with the Capri 2 preamp and the Continuum S2 Integrated amp? 
2-Way Advice: Magico S1,YG Carmal,Diablo Utopia
I've never listened to Joseph Audio Perspectives, but the dealer that sold me Aerial 7Ts swears by them. He claims the Perspectives are much better than the 7Ts across the entire audio spectrum. I came very close to selling my speakers, but decide... 
what speaker new or used for 5k?
I had a Parasound A21 and replaced it with a Jeff Rowland 525 Class D amp. The 525 has much better front to back place within the soundstage and a wider/deeper soundstage. Instruments have the proper size and much better tonality compared to the A... 
PSAudio Direct Stream or Bryston BDA/BDP2?
Wireworld Platinum 7. 
2-Way Advice: Magico S1,YG Carmal,Diablo Utopia
The more I read different threads, the more I realize with SPEAKERS, more than any other component, must be heard by the individual. I've listened to Rockport and although I can hear why some my like them, I don't agree with their assessment of ho... 
2-Way Advice: Magico S1,YG Carmal,Diablo Utopia
Bill_k,Are there any dealers in the US? What is their top speaker and how much does it cost? 
2-Way Advice: Magico S1,YG Carmal,Diablo Utopia
I understand, if I could afford Raidho, I would already have them. I heard the C3.1 and just love them. I've listened to many speakers, but they just sound so musical to my ears. 
2-Way Advice: Magico S1,YG Carmal,Diablo Utopia
Ebm,I've listen to many speakers and have always been underwhelmed with Magico. Everyone has a preference and no one is right. No absolutes in Audio, only preferences! 
2-Way Advice: Magico S1,YG Carmal,Diablo Utopia
I'll second the Raidho speakers. They are the best speakers that I've ever heard. 
PSAudio Direct Stream or Bryston BDA/BDP2?
Nglazer,I really love the convenience of the BDP2. I have it connected to a Bricasti M1 DAC and it sounds outstanding. I can't honestly say how it compares to other transports/digital players, but I love it. 
Best pre-amp in an integrated
I submit Integrated and DAC is the better option based on how much you want to spend. DACs that have good volume controls are expensive. 
which sub to get
I just purchased a SVS SB13 Ultra and it adds to my musical enjoyment. 
Bricasti M1 DAC vs PS Audio Direct Stream DAC
I use a 1 Terabyte external hard drive. I've ripped my CDs via dbpoweramp on to the external hard drive and plug the USB cord into the BDP-2. It takes only a few seconds to upload the music. I control everything from my Ipad mini. It's very easy t... 
"Warm Sounding" Solid State Amplifiers
This forum serves as a brainstorming session. You get different perspectives, but in the final analysis you make your own purchasing decisions. I think it's great when individuals provide constructive feedback as opposed to criticism.