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Anything SS sounds better than D'Agostino ?
When I called Upscale Audio to add another component to the system, they asked me what speakers and amp I was using. When I told them, they said my amp and speakers were a perfect match. I didn't call them before I bought the amp and speakers thou... 
Anything SS sounds better than D'Agostino ?
I picked my second system integrated amp and speakers using YouTube. If I wasn't happy, I could have returned them, but I was happy and kept them. of course, the recording has to be very good, and my computer speaker setup is good (neutral soundin... 
Steve Morse pays tribute to Jeff beck
Great video. Thanks.  
Whats playing on your system today?
I have The Eagles Hotel California and Yes Fragile One Steps. They are really good.  
Whats playing on your system today?
Great choices. I have an Ultradeck and really like it. The better-quality records like Mofi sound great.  
Whats playing on your system today?
Great choices. I have an Ultradeck and really like it. The better-quality vinyl sound great with it.  
SACD Players
The 105 also has the HDCD chip and the HDCDs sound really good too. The 205 sounds better than the 105, but no HDCD chip. I prefer the 205. I recommended oppo to a friend of mine and he bought a used 103 which he loves and it was cheap. Read about... 
SACD Players
I have an Oppo 205 and it sounds really good, especially with high quality SACDs like Mofi. They still service these players, just in case you need it. I have owned two Oppo players and they are really well built and I never had any problems with ... 
Whats playing on your system today?
Emerson, Lake and Palmer 1993 4 cd set; The Return of the Manticore- Chronicles.   
Truly Stunning Vinyl Album
Impex Oliver Nelson Blues and the Abstract Truth.  
It’s true what they say/and a question
Lee Ritenour Stolen Moments CD GPR Label. Dave Brubeck Time Out   Analogue Productions 45Rpm Vinyl.  
Integrated Amps
From what I've read the Billie headphone amp is not very good. The amp also has hiss. I have not auditioned one though. The Musical Fidelity amps are dead quiet, sound very good and the build quality is excellent. I have an M6si and it's great for... 
The Audiophile Song - Who Can Relate?
Hysterical. Thanks for posting.  
Tune of the Day
BJ Thomas and Keb Mo - Most of all.   BJ Thomas with Keb' Mo'- Most of All Official Music Video - YouTube  
Amp for Vintage Heresy
A friend of mine has vintage Heresy speakers paired with a Fisher 500C receiver. It's a good match. It's not a high-end audiophile system but it's fun to listen to. He has a bar in his basement and this system along with a pool table. Great system...