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USB DAC Recommendation
I have been doing some research for a new dac also. I came across the Anedio Dac1($1270 + shipping) I belive it has a high rez USB input that they claim is idiot proof. It has the new ESS Sabre 9018 chip in side, that so many feel is the future of... 
Looking for "Last" 2 channel speaker system.
Bullot, I just did something similar to what you are doing. After listening to Shelby + Kroll speakers. I made the decision to change from my Lowther horns driven by Audio Note gear, to Shelby + Kroll Nano Monitors and the S+K Woffer unit. All dri... 
Speaker match for Simaudio W8/P8
Look into Shelby+Kroll speakers. Mine are on the way to me right now. I hope to have them for the weekend. I first saw an ad for them here on the Gon when I was looking for a sub to augment the bottom end of my Lowther Dx4 Medallions. I called Tim... 
Looking for help with speaker upgrades...
Shelby + Kroll Nano Monitor and Sub System! These are not floor standers, but WILL deliver the huge soundstage and deep tuneful bass that we all want! I purchased them after listening at a friends house. They are replacing my Medallion 2 Lowther D... 
What does one purchase after owning horns?
Hello,I have been fortunate to own and listen to some great horn systems (6moons road tour exit 1). Also I have owned many other type of single driver speakers as well. A couple of weeks ago I demo'ed a pair of Shelby + Kroll Nano Monitors with th... 
Why the obsession with the lowest octave
It feels SOOOO GOOD! 
help with bedroom set up
Look into Omega Loudspeakers. Louis builds a number of different modles depending on your needs. His prices are resonable and you can always find some used here on the Gon. Omegas really sing with good quality tube gear.Good luck,Rodge 
Good Horn Speakers Of Moderate Size
Look into Lowther Medallion 2 & 3. I have a modified Medallion 2 to fit the DX4 driver. They can be found on the Lowther America website.If the Medallions are out of your budget try Brines Acoustic LT2000. They run about half the price of the ... 
Geddes-Gedlee Abbey placement
You can find a lot of info about the Geddes line over on the Audio Circle forum. AFAIK Geddes want his speakers to be at a 45* tow in angle to the listener, with a well dampened front wall. He also wants mutiple sub woffers to be used. Good luck 
Best Towers Under $1500 for beginner system
Used Snell CV! They can be easily had for less than 1k here on the Gon.Good luck 
What monitors sound OK on a bookshelf?
Omega Super Six Alnico Monitors. I had a pair and then upgraded to the Super 8 XRS Alnico. Louis could build them with the port in the front to suit your needs. Give him a call (203) 847-2800. Custom design,great sound, reasonably priced, and 30 d... 
Desktop Speakers for 10 wpc 300B Integrated
Omega! as mstark pointed out Louis can design or customise any of his current modles to fit your needs. 30 day MBG.Very worth the call. 
What speaker for being close to rear wall?
Omega! Any of the XRS line will do. Louis will also build any of his other designs with a front firing port for close to the wall positioning. Great sound and a 30 return policy. 
Subwoofer with good monitors
Look into the Omega Deep Hemp Sub. This sub was designed as a music only sub to work with the omega line of fast full range single driver speakers. The sub is an 8" hemp driver that reaches down to the mid 20hz range. It will work well with all lo... 
Need a speaker for the blues lover...
If you can stretch the budget look into Omega speakers. I had the Compact Hemp, Super Six Alnico Monitors and Super 8 Alnico XRS. Omegas are best known for how they portay the guitar. The best I have ever experienced! I've been in this hobby off a...