rockadanny

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Fleetwood Mac
Stopped listening after Kiln House. That was their last enjoyable album for me. After that I did not like them at all. So IMO, they were a great band up till then, but there were many others just as great (to me). So no, not the best band ever (fo... 
Looking for new speakers
Are you in AL? Then it's worth a trip to check these beauts out (not affiliated):http://www.audiocircle.com/index.php?topic=72378.msg752046;topicseen#new 
What pre in the $500 pre owned market
Last Mapletree pre used I saw went for $4xx. Very well worth it. 
Vampire Wire AI-II with 800/CB RCAs
Anyone? Nobody? 
Any feedback on the just released Hendrix albums
Feedback? On a Hendrix album? I would think so! ;^} 
Need help with IC upgrade Cardas Golden Cross
Adasilva - I have decided to try and satisfy with all copper only and am on a quest to do so. Have not yet settled on cabling - still trying out different models. So far unable to better the MAGIC links using only copper. 
Need help with IC upgrade Cardas Golden Cross
Harmonic Tech MAGIC Link II would give you what you want. Clarity and amazing soundstage and imaging. Excellent cables. Disclaimer: I have a pair for sale. 
the greatest pop song ever?
"The Weight" by The Band is my pick. Some good candidates so far. 
Speakers for 3K
Ar first I experienced what Bjesien did with the Zus. But once Zu set them up properly the fatigue factor disappeared. (Not saying that was Bj's issue, just relating my experience.) Setting these up properly is very important. Improper toe-in did ... 
Speakers for 3K
I like Zu Essence best for that price point. Very easy to drive (can do so with as little as 3-5 watts), dynamic, great tone, and no sub required if properly set up. 
High pass and low pass filters
It might be a good place to start but likely not end there. Many variables at play here: room; sub position; steepness of frequency roll off or cut off in the filters; etc. Chances are, with everything set at 80Hz, everything will play somewhat ab... 
Speaker Question...first post on the gon
Congrats! Ty's PDs do look interesting. Please report back on those. Would love to hear them myself one day. Hey, I know, crank them up to 11 and open your windows and perhaps I will ;^} 
Speaker Question...first post on the gon
Used Zu Defs for sure - sealed, plus 4 10" powered subs. I've seen them used for sale for around $5k.http://www.zuaudio.com/images/stories/product_specs_pdf/def2_specs.pdf 
Sumptuous, lush, rich, liquid golden midrange amp?
IMO, these 45 watt SET amps are mid-range champs:http://www.audiomirror.com/images/vacuumtube6c33ca.htmlVlad usually has them for sale around $2500 or so. 
I want a warmer high end
Jdombrow has a good idea - try Cardas ICs - the best (used) in the line you can afford. (Disclaimer - I have a pair for sale.)