robert53

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Mirage M1 Speakers.
Thanks for the info. I'll pass it along to my friend.  
$20k(ish) tube preamps
They have a great phono stage besides the line stage.  
$20k(ish) tube preamps
Convergent Audio Technology ( CAT )Black Path, or a used older model like the Renaissance.  
Cardas Clear Reflection advice needed
I use all Clear Cygnus in my system, and they sound great. I have used other Cardas cables in the past and I always liked the brand. I haven't tried Clear, Clear Beyond or Clear Reflection. As always they have to match your system.  
Was my friend given misinformation.
Yeah, Magnolia is really into home theater.  
Was my friend given misinformation.
Some friends will take advice, and some won't. That's just the way it is. In defense of Magnolia, I went to the one near me and bought my Oppo there. The Magnolia section was separate from the rest of the store, and the guys there did know what th... 
Whats on your turntable tonight?
Miles Davis Kind of Blue 180 gram Columbia LP. Chicago Transit Authority, Friday Music Remaster.  
What's in your CDP tonight? the minority report
Paul McCartney: Egypt Station.  
Nordost Valhalla 2 Speaker Cables
nyev    Bravo! I'm glad you shared your great cable experience with us and Gryphon makes excellent sounding equipment. It's refreshing after reading another post here today.  
Cable curmudgeon
Shunyata Research is the brainchild of Caelin Gabriel, who's efforts to improve his own music listening experience launched the science and research based company in 1997. From humble beginnings, Shunyata Research has grown into an internationally... 
Best progressive rock album side
clearthinker is right about different strokes for different folks. But if you don't like progressive rock, then what are you doing on this thread.  
How best to eliminate LP warps
it's scary to see your expensive cartridge and stylus on a badly warped record.  
Zavfino Fusion versus Cardas Clear/Refection: anyone compare?
It's fine to read, but it's listening that really counts! Only then will you know if it's baloney.  
A forgotten beauty with an amazing voice
Great song. Great Voice.  
Proac SM100 speaker stand?
Target MR stands are really good. Fill them with sand and you're good to go, or you could use lead shot. Speaker Stands (targetaudioproducts.com)