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After many years of playing with different components,   i am convinced that it is not that hard to find a good amplifier,  but a really good preamp is another story.  Like the ACE you got,  my new BAT did the same for me.    
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thanks and true.  but the way things are set up i have to live with the configuration.  truthfully just the thought of lifting those beasts gives me pause.  i had shoulder surgery recently and am not a big guy anyway.  i am thinking long term abou... 
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wow that should be some interesting comparisons.  please let me know what you find out. i almost  bought one of those amps but was intimidated by the size and the weight.  had shoulder surgery recently and the thought of moving my 100 LB. Coda ou... 
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@mammothguy54 "Ultimately, my end-game system, in total.  Life is too short, enjoy it while we are able".   boy ain't that the truth.  you must be in your late 60's or early 70's to be saying that?  I am 71 and figure it is (to misquote the Thing... 
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hi WhiteCap,   what REX did you get as there are a few.   i really am contemplating a REX 300 amp in 2025 but it has to be mighty good to beat my Coda 16 amp.  
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you would be surprised at the improvement it can make.  it is not a power conditioner,  it is a power re-conditioner.   I would try one as they have a totally easy return policy if you do not like it.  i have owned probably five of their power pla... 
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Mammothguy:  what do you use for amplification\?  i currently use a Coda 16 which i really like,  but in 2025 i really hope to try out a BAT REX 300. I am now a true BAT MAN  
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it is a beautiful insanity for sure  
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hey Mammouth, ever think about going to a Dragon cord? there is no end to this wonderful madness. but you are so right about there being nothing weak about this preamp. there is not one sonic attribute that it seems lacking in.  
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hi AGBRACE,  i am just fishing here but maybe it needs a different power cord.   I am using the AQ hurricane source  
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wow,  not sure what to say.  500 hours should be more than enough.  Mine has improved in the month since i got it but still not at 500 hours. the sound stage is very large and immersive (depending of course on the recording).  and the jump factor ... 
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hi agbrace,  that is wild.   that is the exact opposite of what i am experiencing.  this beast has great dynamics and slam, and is anything but polite. i wonder if the tubes are getting old as  your description is so far from what i am experiencin... 
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Esoteric does make great gear and it looks great as well.   My neighbor has Esoteric preamp and SACD player.  nice stuff  
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Whenever i listen to music, i always throw a blanket over the TV set.    
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HAPPY FOURTH TO ALL AND HAPPY LISTENING   PS: i neglected to list my two REL 812 subs in my list of gear at the top of the page.