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ARC's new REF-75
ARC is typically very slow in updating their site.Mike 
Revel Salon 2 Amplification Questions
I have a pair of the Salon 2s. I use ARC to drive them - a combination consisting of the ARC Ref5SE and the DS450. In my 16X19X9 room, the DS does a very nice job driving the Salon 2s. I have considered moving to the DS450M (monos) but I'm not sur... 
Pass Labs XP 30 VS Ayre KXR Pre
Both of these are supposed to be exceptional. The Ayre has been in the market for a bit and has very good reviews. The Pass is a new unit with an excellent review in The Absolute Sound. Mike 
AUDIO RESEARCH-WHERE ARE THEY GOING
Great!Mike 
AUDIO RESEARCH-WHERE ARE THEY GOING
Unusual. They are pretty good at handling and responding to calls.Mike 
Would Revel Salon2s fit in my 15x18x9 room?
My Salon 2s are Ina 16X19X9 room. They are placed along the long wall. there sound is fantastic!I think you'll be ok in your room. They are quite flexible from a placement perspective. Would not want to use them in a room much smaller than yours.E... 
Anyone auditioned Pass Labs XP-30 preamp?
Absolute Sound's newest issue gave the XP30 a glowing review.Mike 
Magico Q5
Confpgratulations! Very nice speakers!Mike 
Shunyata ztron power vs cx cables...
Jfrech - Great to learn you are happy with the Triton. I'm considering both the Talos and Triton. The question is whether the $2K difference between these 2 units is worth it.Thanks,Mike 
Audio Research ARC Ref 5 versions?
Theo,The Ref 5SE is much better than the LS27. I replaced the LS with the Ref. I can tell you that the difference is not subtle. BTW, I was a very happy owner of the LS.Mike 
Shunyata ztron power vs cx cables...
Jfrech,I just purchased a Shunyata Cobra zitron digital cable. Fantastic improvement over the Tributaries DC it replaced. All of my other ICs, PCs and SCs are Shunyatas. I have not done the comparisons you are seeking. My dealer is extremely impre... 
DAC 3-4k range
There are many nice units in the market. Ayre makes a nice one that would mate well with your electronics. Also, ARC DAC8, Bryston - among others, are probably very good alternatives.Mike 
Audio Research ARC Ref 5 versions?
Indeed the 5SE is already shipping. I've had mine for a bit over 1 week. It only took 2 weeks to get it after I ordered it.At this point, I'm up to 65 hrs. It continues to get better.Mike 
Audio Research ARC Ref 5 versions?
I just received a Ref 5SE. It is a wonderful unit. Much better than the LS27 it replaced; and, I was very happy with the LS.Thanks,Mike 
REVEL Salon2s - What Amp is needed? Subs needed?
I own the Salon 2s. Unless your room is extremely large, no sub is required - even for rock. The Salons can play loud and have a very nice bottom end. Thanks,Mike